Curly Dock – Tart Spring Green and Cleansing Tonic
Curly dock is an easy to identify spring green with a unique sour flavor, like wild rhubarb. It also has a long history of medicinal use for a wide variety of ailments.
Mullein Plant – Benefits and Uses of the Gentle Giant
Mullein is an easy to recognize medicinal plant, with big fuzzy leaves and a tall flower spike with little yellow flowers. We’ll share how to identify and use this “gentle giant” safely and effectively.
Blue Eyed Grass – Sisyrinchium montanum – Weekly Weeder #48
Blue eyed grass is a perennial wildflower that looks like grass, but is actually a member of the iris family. We’ll share where to find it in the wild, growing tips for your garden, and historical uses. Blue-Eyed Grass, Sisyrinchium montanum There are over 40 species of blue-eyed grass in North America, and they look…
Comfrey – What’s the safe way to use it? (& Why You Should)
Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) may show up in your yard, but you’re not likely to find it in the herbal supplements. We’ll share why it has a questionable reputation, and tips to use it safely.
Are Wild Strawberries Safe to Eat? (Wild Strawberry Q & A)
Wild strawberries are some of my favorite wild fruits, but they do have a look-alike (mock strawberries). We’ll help you find the right berries, and share tips for growing and use.