Planting edible perennials increases food system resilience. It is better for our soil and our health. It also makes our work in the…
Cooking with edible flowers is one of those beautiful culinary experiences that has a way of delighting and surprising both the eyes and…
For centuries we have been studying, cultivating and appreciating the aromatic, medicinal and culinary benefits of Lavender. Famous for its ability to invoke…
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For the love of lavender: History, Aromatic & Medicinal Benefits (Lavendula officinalis)
To make a perfume, take some rose water and wash your hands in it, then take a lavender flower and rub it with…
A hot bowl of sorrel (green borscht) soup is a sure sign that spring has finally arrived. Often mixed with sorrel, nettles and…
Oh Dandelion how do I love thee? Lately, I find myself dreaming of springtime. I yearn for that strong earthy smell that comes…
In early spring when the ground is just thawing, chives are one of the first plants to emerge from the ground. They are…
When it comes to establishing a self sufficient food landscape, perennial vegetables should not be overlooked. It quite exciting when food starts popping…
Rhubarb is one of my favourite perennial edibles. Although most often treated as a fruit, rhubarb is actually a vegetable. The edible stalks…
The Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) provides dramatic and cheerful flair to a vegetable garden. They also serve a very practical purpose. Sunflowers attract pollinators,…