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Pineapple Weed: Chamomile’s fruity cousin
Pineapple weed (*Matricaria discoidea*) is a close relative of German chamomile that often grows unnoticed in sidewalks, gravel driveways and other disturbed areas. Learn how to identify this fragrant wild herb, explore its traditional uses, and discover why harvest location is important.
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Burdock root: 5 simple tips for successful foraging
Fall marks the start of root season. Once the aboveground parts of many plants begin to die back, their energy moves deep into the soil. For foragers, that means it’s the best time to dig nutrient-rich roots like burdock root. It’s hardy, abundant, and easy to recognize once you know what to look for. Burdock…
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Foraging rose hips to pack a powerful punch of vitamin C
Rose hips are one of the best wild sources of vitamin C and a bright addition to fall foraging. Learn how to identify, harvest, and preserve them for teas and herbal blends packed with seasonal flavor and nutrients.
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Motherwort for Foragers: 5 Simple Tips to Spot and Use This Powerful Herb
This summer I discovered I have a close connection with motherwort. I foraged a ton last year and transplanted one small plant. This year it popped up all over my yard. Big, beautiful motherwort plants, everywhere I look. I know we have an aversion to the word “wort,” but when talking about plants we’re using…
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Why you should get outside when your heart is heavy
It’s a high-emotion, high-stress time for people across my country, no matter where they stand on current events. When the world feels overwhelming, it’s good medicine to get outside.
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Elderberry harvest
Elderberries are a seasonal favorite, and are easy to spot once you know the elderberry plant. Learn how to identify them, avoid common look-alikes, and understand which parts of the plant are safe to use.
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Aronia: Little berries, big benefits
Aronia berries are my go-to during cold and flu season. Packed with antioxidants, these little fruits make a simple syrup that’s easy to keep on hand.
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Mullein (Verbascum)
I’ve spotted a ton of mullein this summer. Once you know it, it’s hard to miss it. Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is a biennial plant that grows a low rosette of woolly leaves in its first year and a tall flowering stalk in its second. Verbascum thapsus is widely known as common mullein, though it’s also…
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Plantain: Nature’s Powerful First Aid
Most people walk past plantain without a second thought, but this humble “weed” is one of nature’s best first-aid tools. Packed with anti-inflammatory compounds like aucubin, plantain can take the sting out of bug bites, soothe cuts, and even calm irritated skin. Once you know how to spot its distinct leaves and learn a few…
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7 Foraging Tips to Safely Harvest Wild Plants
Learn 7 essential foraging tips to harvest wild plants safely and sustainably. A simple guide to help beginners forage with confidence.
