Harvesting and Using Dandelion Roots (with Root Tea Recipes)
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Harvesting and Using Dandelion Roots (with Root Tea Recipes)

Dandelion roots have long history of use as food and medicine. We’ll share the best time to dig dandelion roots, tips for preserving them, and dandelion root home remedies. Note: Never harvest dandelion roots from lawns or other areas that have been treated with herbicides or pesticides. The roots accumulate whatever has been sprayed on…

New England Aster – A Great Fall Nectar Source for Bees
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New England Aster – A Great Fall Nectar Source for Bees

New England Aster, Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (formerly Aster novae-angliae) is one of my favorite native wildflowers. We’ll share how to identify and use this fall beauty, and some troubleshooting tips for growing it in the garden. New England Aster is also known as starwort, blue chamomile, blue daisy, fall-rose, and frostweed.