03/17/2025
Great info- screenshots are taken from Backyard Chickens group and are NOT MINE.
Herbs, Flowers, Fruits and Vegetables for Ducks
No particular order-
Oregano
-dewormer and antibiotic and respiratory health, anti microbial, antioxidant , immune system
Basil- vitamin and minerals
Dill- molting, respiratory
Fennel-molting, laying stimulant
Catnip, cat mint- vit C, digestive health
Lemon thyme-respiratory health, natural antibiotic, help keep insects out of nesting box
Sage- over all general health , antioxidants and minerals, digestive health, respiratory
Parsley- laying stimulant, a protein, blood vessel development and circulation, antioxidant aids in digestion, vitamin B
Cilantro- rich in vitamin A and C and K,
Thyme-digestive health and antioxidants, respiratory
Rosemary (only once a month) use sparingly as it can cause upset stomach-high in fiber and iron
Bee balm-(leaves and petals) immune function and respiratory health
Lemon Balm- calming and digestion
Mint- digestive and respiratory health
Nettles- calcium, protein, health tonic
Bitter cress- Vitamins A and C, fights infection
Ginger- pain, upset stomach
Peppermint- dry skin, respiratory health
Celery- for molting
Cayenne pepper- parasite control, blood flow, egg laying
Black pepper-anti-inflammatory
Turmeric-anti-inflammatory
Marjoram-laying stimulant
Tarragon- Vitamin A and C, digestion and overall health
Red pepper flakes- egg laying,
Duckw**d-protein and nutrients
Chick w**d- vitamin A B and C, inflammation and pain
Clover- respiratory, vitamin A B and Calcium
Marigolds- (flower) detox body, packed antioxidant, eggs and bill color, anti inflammatory, heals wounds
Lavender- insecticide and relaxation
Calendula- (flower) antioxidant and antibacterial
Dandelions-(leaves and flowers) egg and bill health, vitamins A,C and K, iron and calcium
Chamomile- general tonic
Echinacea- (leaves and petals) respiratory health, immune systems
Zinnia- egg/bill color
Roses- (petals and hips) vitamin c, antibacterial, calming
Sunflower- (petals) anti inflammation
(Seeds) Vitamin B, niacin and iron
Violets- (petals and leaves) vitamin C, anti inflammatory
Millet- nutritious grain
Straw bedding-calming, mucus membrane health
Scramble eggs
Add egg shells to herbs, flowers mix together, add eggs when cool, mix with feed
Feed monthly (or sone herbs weekly)
Also add vetrx, b complex and probiotics to water
