Are you certain you can identify dandelion just by the leaves? Dandelion (Taraxacum spp.) is a common and well-known wild edible plant. However, the roots should be harvested when only leaves are present, which can make it difficult to tell apart from similar edible species, such as chicory, wild lettuce, and sow thistle. Watch this video to learn how to positively identify dandelion, as well as harvesting and preparation techniques.
Read MoreDo you think there's not much to forage in fall? Well think again! Fall is an abundant time of year. In this video, I go over five amazing fall foragables - and they're all common and widespread across the US!
Read MoreThis common "weed" of fields, yards, and sidewalk cracks is actually an edible and super healthy green! Learn more about how to identify, harvest, and prepare this widespread plant in this video. Be sure to watch to the end for a side-by-side comparison with spurge (Euphorbia spp.), a toxic look alike.
Read MoreToday I'm here to talk to you about one of my favorite herbs: wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)! It's great both for culinary and medicinal purposes, and is an herb I like to have on hand for its wide variety of uses. Watch the video to learn more!
Note of caution: wild bergamot should not be used in medicinal quantities by people who are pregnant. The small amounts used for seasoning are generally fine, however. Please talk to your healthcare provider to make sure it's safe for you!
Read MoreJuneberries (Amelanchier spp.)—also known as serviceberries, shadbush, and Saskatoon berries—are a popular wild edible. Thankfully, they're widespread across North America and can be found in both rural and urban areas. Learn how to identify, harvest, and prepare them in this video!
Read MoreIn mid-spring, check your local evergreens for a tasty treat: the tips! Spruce (Picea spp.) tips are especially popular, and make a tasty addition to both sweet and savory foods.
As mentioned in the video, beware of yew (Taxus spp.), a toxic evergreen. Never eat yew tips, as they are poisonous!
Read MoreMaria Wesserle of Four Season Foraging participated in the March MetaSpace Speaker Series event with Rachel Holmes. Watch the replay here and learn about connecting with your land, restoring your local ecosystem, and practicing sustainable foraging.
Read MoreEarly spring is the perfect time of year to forage wild greens! In this video I go over three common plants: dandelion, garlic mustard, and daylily. Timestamps are as follows:
Read MoreCome late spring and early summer, mulberry turns into many a homeowner’s nightmare as juicy ripe fruits plop to the ground and explode purple all over sidewalks. But I say bring it! I welcome this season of endless berries and berry products: pie, crisp, muffins, waffles, and many more! Hopefully the following information will help you pluck up enthusiasm for this under-appreciated fruit!
Read MoreWhen people first hear about our local plantain, they often ask if it’s related to the banana-like plantain that grows in tropical climates. Sorry, but the answer is no! However, it is a useful edible and medicinal plant with a wide distribution. In fact, it probably grows right outside your door!
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