These eight herbs and plants for your backyard chickens are easy enough to grow for the beginning gardener and are old favorites for the experienced gardener.

From tasty and nutritious homegrown sunflower seeds and pumpkins to sweetly-scented mint and lemon balm, we’ve got some great ideas grow your own healthy treats. You and your backyard chickens can enjoy the health benefits of freshly grown produce on a regular basis straight from your own garden.