Walk past a garden border and you might spot them – slender green spikes that look a bit like grass until you look closer. Chives are easy to…
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Comment tailler les mûriers (ronces) – Maximisez votre production de fruits
Comment tailler un murier peut sembler intimidant au début, surtout quand on voit ce fouillis de branches entremêlées après l’été. Pourtant, avec quelques repères simples, c’est une tâche…
Growing Thyme: The Tiny Herb with Timeless Appeal
We have been growing thyme in our gardens and kitchens for thousands of years. This humble herb might not grab attention like flashy basil or towering rosemary, but…
Calendula Officinalis: The Sunshine Herb
Stroll through any garden, and you might be lucky to spot calendula officinalis — with its vibrant orange and yellow petals radiating just like miniature suns. Often mistaken…
The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Herbarium: A Journey Through Plant Preservation
Creating a herbarium is a powerful way to connect with nature, document plant diversity, and gain a hands-on understanding of your local ecosystem. Traditionally, herbariums are collections of…
The Ultimate Guide to Kombucha – How to Make Kombucha
Introduction to Kombucha Fermented beverages have long been a staple in many cultures, cherished not only for their delightful flavors but also for their health-promoting properties. From tangy…
3 Delicious Wild Stinging Nettle Recipes
Spring has sprung and it’s the perfect moment to go out and forage stinging nettles. But what do you do with these once you have them home? Here…
Benefits of Yarrow: A Guide to Using this Amazing Wild Herb
In the realm of wild herbs, yarrow (Achillea millefolium) stands out for its myriad of health benefits and historical significance in herbal medicine. This resilient and easy-to-identify plant,…
Foraging Wild Violets: Identification, Use & Benefits
Foraging for wild violets is a delightful spring activity that can connect us with our natural environment and offer a glimpse into the world of edible wild plants….
Foraging for Dandelions: A Hidden Treasure in Your Backyard
Foraging for dandelions isn’t just a whimsical pastime; it’s a journey into discovering the remarkable health benefits and culinary uses of a plant that is often unjustly dismissed…