Plants
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Wild Mint: An Exploration of the Varieties and Culinary Applications of the Mints
Wild mint, a versatile and aromatic herb, has been cherished throughout history for its culinary and medicinal properties. With its…
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Okinawa Spinach
Okinawa spinach is an edible leafy green that once established will last for years with only pruning (harvesting) for maintenance.…
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Bilberries: A Delightful British Superfood
If you find yourself wandering through the lush woodlands and moorlands of the UK, you may come across a small,…
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Weeds: Real Nutrition, For Free
If you’re walking over chickweed and dandelion in your lawn or ignoring a nettle patch by the garden wall as…
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Common Mallow: A Delightful and Widespread Wildflower in the UK
In this exploration, we will delve into the identification, distribution, and significance of the Common Mallow in the UK. From…
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Wonderful Wildflowers: 5 Benefits of Growing Wildflowers in Your Garden
Wildflowers are beautiful and diverse plants that can bring a touch of nature to any garden or landscape. They come…
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How to hand pollinate pumpkin flowers
This short post is part show and part tell, and it briefly covers: What male and female pumpkin flowers look…
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15 Edible Plants That Can Grow Under Pine Trees
If you have pine trees in your garden, you are probably already aware that they can stunt the growth of…
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How Long Can Seeds Be Stored and How Should You Store Them?
If you are getting seeds in from your garden or if you’ve bought some from a local garden centre, you…
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A Quick Guide To Tree Climbing Gear For Arborists
Trees have always been a valuable element in the environment. Without trees, there won’t be any fresh air nor do…
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Edible Flowers of the Tropics
As we look to find niches and stack functions in our tropical permaculture homesteads, one often overlooked group of plants…
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Subtropical Spring in a RealFood Garden
In frost free areas we are blessed to be able to grow tropical food plants in the summer and better…
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