Foraging

Purslane growing on the beach

Purslane, the delicious relative of the beautiful Portulaca

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What is Purslane? Most of us know and love Portulacas. They are my mom’s favorite plant because they’re easy to grow. They also produce pretty little flowers in a variety of colors. I never knew Portulaca had a cousin named Purslane and if that isn’t cool enough, Purslane is edible. Purslane, the delicious relative of […]

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Chickweed in hand

Is Chickweed taking over your lawn? Don’t Kill it, Eat it! Chickweed benefits are far greater than grass

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Chickweed is a native to Europe and loves the cool weather, which is why it’s so prolific in spring. It prefers moist soil, sunny spots, or partial shade, and thrives between 53 to 68 degrees. This is one of the first plants to pop up in spring and seems to grow right alongside red dead

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