Nature has inspired me in more ways than one, researching and discovering benefits of plants, and what they can provide.
Nature has inspired me in more ways than one, researching and discovering benefits of plants, and what they can provide.
Sea buckthorn, Hippophae rhamnoides can be found growing in coastal area's although I have seen this growing along the side of roads in some towns. Berries from this tree are bright orange, all growing grouped together. They are vitamin rich, tasting sweet, sour and having citrus notes.
Mahonia aquifolium is in flower this time of year. Their bright yellow flowers are eye-catching that look like little bells growing along the stems. As the winter months progress fruits from this shrub begin to form as the oregon grape.
Mahonia fruits, Oregon grape are a joy to eat in winter. The fruit is tart with sweet notes and contains a large seed within. The berries can be used to make jams and syrups.
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I have encountered and grow myself like the common weed 'Dandelion'
With winter here and the frost setting in, gardens and landscapes are looking bleak. wildlife is sheltering from the harsh conditions laying dormant for the warm springtime temperature. Plants are very much the same, waiting for the warmer weather to begin so they can show off their array of colours. I’ve been busy planting bulbs and rearranging to bring forth new plants, photos and recipes.
Here you will find recipes showcasing plants and fruits that grow all throughout the UK, Have a browse, see something you like, why not give it a try.
As well as searching through the UK for wild plants I am aiming to travel to a few countries of interest to document their wild landscapes so that i can gain knowledge and to be inspired with new recipes and growing techniques.
Click below to see my first mini adventure.
keep up with updates on my progress in creating a sustainable growing habitat in this new section.
