Borage is not native to the Southwest but it can be planted in your garden and foraged from your yard. There is also a cousin that is a native species and was once used by native peoples for food and medicine. We will look at […]
Forage Borage
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Forage Edible Hibiscus
Hibiscus flowers can be charming and pretty on the plant, but I also find them quite charming on my plate. There are many ways to enjoy hibiscus, especially if you go outside each afternoon and collect that days bounty and dry yourself a big jar […]
Elderberry in the Southwest
Elder or elderberry is a Southwest native somewhat shrubby tree. Virtually all parts of the plant are used. In my book on Father Kino’s Herbs, I list these uses: “Cosmetic, Culinary, Dye, Edible Flowers, Medicinal, Ornamental, Wildlife.” What’s in a Name As with any useful […]
Brittlebush has Bunches of Uses
Brittlebush (Encelia species) is in the sunflower family and offers its bright yellow flowers to pollinating bees as early as January in parts of the desert Southwest. It is easily recognized and has some nice uses for the forager – or if you just want […]
Grow Basil for Summer Flavor
Summer time is basil time in the Southwest. The nights stay warm, the sun shines for hours on end and the soil temperatures are nice an warm. All these are conditions that this (originally) tropical plant loves. Basil Basil was first brought to our area […]