August 02, 2013
Black Raspberry (Rubus occidentalis) is a bramble that grows across Michigan. It is a sprawling vine-like shrub that forms into a thicket. The berries are easy to use and harvest with no toxic lookalikes when ripe. Black Raspberries are frequently…
August 02, 2013
Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a medium to large tree, growing up to 75 feet. Red Mulberry is found in woodlands, fields, urban areas, along fence lines, and on roadsides. The trees prefer some shade. Mulberries are found across Michigan and the ease…
July 31, 2013
Lamb’s Quarters (Chenopodium album) is a common plant across Michigan. It’s found almost anywhere from spring to fall on disturbed soil, in fields, along roadsides and trails, in vacant lots, and parks. If you garden, chances are that you know Lamb’s…
July 31, 2013
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a plant that many people who have gardens know as a “weed” (it is also known as “Pigweed”). It seeds prolifically and can be found in almost any garden. Less known however is that it has good amounts of beta carotene…
July 29, 2013
Juneberry (Amelanchier) is an easy-to-find multi-stemmed shrub or tree found widely across Michigan. Also known as Serviceberries, Juneberries are widely planted as ornamental trees but also occur in the wild. They have blueberry-like fruits that can…