The Wonder of Slugs: Nuisance or Delicacy?
Do you have any childhood stories of a sibling, or perhaps even yourself, eating garden worms? How about slugs? It’s
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Native Fly Agaric Mushrooms vs Non-Native
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) is the epitome of a forest mushroom. Ask any individual to draw or describe a mushroom,
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The Story of the American Chestnut
The American chestnut tree (Castanea dentata) was once a common find within it’s range of habitat across the Northeastern states.
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The Story of the American Cranberrybush
The American Cranberrybush (Viburnum trilobum) is a deciduous shrub that produces small edible, ruby red berries in the fall. Whilst
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American Beech, Majestic Canopies and a Woodland Snack
American Beech (Fagus grandifolia) is a grand species of beech, native only to North America and small pockets of South
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Saffron, a Highly Prized Spice of Luxury and Healing
Saffron is the extremely prized spice that is harvested from the saffron crocus (Crocus sativus). It has a long and
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Wild Appalachian Ginseng, Coveted and in Need of Protection
Panax quinquefolius or Panacis quinquefolis, known to many as American Ginseng, is rocketing into the limelight as a hugely popular
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Wild Leek, Wildly Popular with Sustainable Foraging a Must
Allium tricoccum, known by many as wild leek, is a species of onion native to many parts of North East
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Mugwort, an Age-Old Herb that Uncovers Our Herbal History
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris), has a long and prominent history throughout many cultures as a herb of healing, spiritual protection and
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5 Yard Weeds You Can Forage From Home
Foraging for wild and edible plants does not have to take you far from home. Whilst some plants will
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5 Common Trees with Edible Leaves
Many of those who are new to foraging for wild plants and fruits are often surprised to learn that a
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Common Reed (Phragmites), an Age Old Sweet Treat
Common Reed (Phragmites australis subsp. americanus), is a subspecies of tall, perennial wetland grass that is native to the US.
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Wild Parsnip, Flagrant Foilage but a Tasty Taproot
Wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), is a fairly well known biennial garden vegetable and a member of the carrot and parsley
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Eastern Prickly Pear, Hardy Spines Hiding a Sweet Treat
Eastern prickly pear (Opuntia humifusa), is a species of cacti that is a common occurrence in sandy and dry soils
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Evening Primrose, a Nutritious and Medicinal Garden Favorite
Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis), is a common weed, or wildflower, found throughout the northeastern and midwestern states. Other curious names
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Waterlily, a Decorative and Nutritious Wild Edible
Waterlily (Nymphaea spp.), a beautiful, staple feature in many garden ponds. But did you know the ornate water lily is
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Yellow Pond Lily, Cheerful Blooms and Popcorn like Snacks
Yellow pond lily (Nuphar spp.), is the name given to a number of species within the Nymphaeaceae family. With the
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American Lotus, Fun to Forage and Highly Nutritious
American Lotus (Nelumbo lutea), are the bright eye catching lotus flowers that have likely caught your eye across lakes, ponds
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Watercress, a Peppery Wild Edible with Informed Foraging
Watercress (Nasturtium officinale), is a peppery flavored, perennial member of the mustard family, Brassicaceae. A leafy plant that favors very
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Mulberry, Wild Sweet Fruits and Favored in the Silk Industry
Mulberry (Morus spp.), is a commonly occurring tree found across the states. It features in a number of nursery rhymes
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