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Summer

Edible plants

Onion weed pesto

Allium triquetrum After returning to New Zealand from the UK, I was looking to make a pesto like Ramsons, Wild garlic pesto. This is as close as I could get and it makes a damn good oniony/garlicky pesto with an abundant weed. It’s found in the UK where it’s called Read more…

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By Angelique, 1 yearNovember 8, 2021 ago
dandelion flowers in vinegar in a jar
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Dandelion flower vinegar

You will need: A glass jar – with a plastic lid or wax paper to put inbetween metal lid Enough Dandelion flowers from a clean area to fill a small jar (save some for the bees and insects) Apple cider vinegar (with the mother) Sterilize your jar. Pick dandelions to Read more…

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By Angelique, 1 yearNovember 7, 2021 ago
Rosebay Willowherb pink flowers and leaves
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Rosebay Willowherb tea

Imagine you’re in the 19th century, you look down at your steaming cup of tea, it smells strong and there are fruity notes of red wine in your brew. You’re likely drinking Rosebay Willowherb tea. It was a popular drink in Britain at that time. Imported from Russia and called Read more…

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By Angelique, 3 yearsJune 27, 2020 ago

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