How To Harvest Milk Thistle 9 Steps With Pictures

To make it easier to harvest, wait until the milk thistle blossoms are dry.

Keep in mind that milk thistle can still penetrate the gloves if you don’t handle the plant carefully.

Harvest as many milk thistle heads as you like.

For example, put the bag of milk thistle heads in your garage or a room in your house that gets lots of sunshine and warmth.

You’ll see the chaff blow away from the seeds as you pour them into the bucket or storage container.

If stored properly, you can keep the seeds for up to 1 year.

To flavor the tea, consider adding lemon or honey.

Store the tincture for several years in a dark container with a dropper. To take the tincture by mouth, squeeze 1 to 2 drops onto your tongue 2 to 4 times a day.

To use the powder, mix 2 to 3 tablespoons (16 to 24 g) into a smoothie.