Naturally Feed Your Chickens with These 12 Perennial Weeds!
These hardy plants grow on their own and provide consistent nutrition for your backyard flock:
1. Nettles High in minerals for laying hens
2. Purslane Omega-3-rich succulent leaves
3. Plantain Edible, soothing leaves
4. Mouse-Ear Chickweed Tender greens they love
5. Violets Mild and nutrient-rich
6. Bee Balm Aromatic and pollinator-friendly
7. Grapes Fruit and shade from the vines
8. Strawberries Sweet groundcover rewards
9. Oxalis Yellow Wood Sorrel Tart leaves they enjoy
10. Perennial Clover Protein-packed ground cover
11. Dandelion Edible leaves, flowers, and roots
12. Raspberry & Blackberry Antioxidant-rich foraged treats
These perennials regenerate each year, cutting feed costs while boosting your flocks diet!

Hi there — I’m Ava, the creator behind Ava Garden Tips 🌿
I’ve always been passionate about plants, flowers, and the simple joy that comes from growing something beautiful. What started as a small balcony garden has turned into a love for helping others create their own green spaces — no matter how big or small.