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Stinging Nettle
by Felicity Joy
~ Stinging Nettle ~
The Spring Nettles in my garden are looking LUSH as. I love it that this amazingly nutritious plant has a Spring & Autumn...
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Elderflower & Rose Vinegar
by Felicity Joy
~ Elderflower & Rose Vinegar ~These freshly picked Elderflowers & Rose Petals from my garden will slowly infuse in Raw Apple Cider Vinegar...
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Watercress ~ Nasturtium Officinale
by Felicity Joy
~ Watercress ~ (Nasturtium officinale)
As I’ve been walking in & out of the bush a few times a week the last few weeks, I’ve really enjoyed gat...
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Wild Mint
by Felicity Joy
~ Wild Mint ~
Mentha spp.
There are so many varities of Mint in the world, all of them known for their strong, fresh, ‘minty’ smell & taste.
Ap...
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Elderflowers
by Felicity Joy
Elderflower, Sambucus Nigra, aka Elder.
Elderflowers are a well regarded European plant with many legends & folklore steeped in mystery and su...
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More about Stinging Nettle
by Felicity Joy
More about Nettle - after sooo many questions on yesterday's post, here's some more info & answers:
The Sting
Nettle is covered in tiny lit...
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Stinging Nettle
by Felicity Joy
Gathering fresh season Stinging Nettle (Urtica Dioica). Yes, this is that plant that packs a mighty sting & causes itchniess & a burning s...
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Plantain seedheads
by Felicity Joy
Did you know that the young green seedheads of Narrowleaf Plantain (Plantago Lanceolate) taste just like mushroom? Well they do. Just pick the fres...
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Chamomile
by Felicity Joy
I was delighted to discover an entire field full of Chamomile ripe for picking, not far from home. The kids frolicked and gathered, and even played...
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Gorse Flowers
by Felicity Joy
Gorse (Urex Europaeus)
Have you ever tasted gorse flowers? They have an interesting slight coconut / vanilla flavor with floral hints which you wou...
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Harakeke cont.
by Felicity Joy
An ode to our native Harakeke (Phormium tenax)...
I'm in awe of this hardy coastal plant as I've come to discover a use for every part of the plant...
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Iceplant / Pigface Muffin Recipe
by Felicity Joy
Iceplant / Pigface Muffin Recipe (Gluten/Dairy/Sugar free)
This recipe is very forgiving, and one I’ve been using for years. I often add or minus a...
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