Black Locust ~ homestead uses and culture
Robinia pseudoacacia, commonly known as black locust, is a medium-sized hardwood deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, but
Read moreRobinia pseudoacacia, commonly known as black locust, is a medium-sized hardwood deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, but
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Read moreSambucus, commonly known as the Elderberry, is a deciduous shrub that flourishes in temperate and subtropical regions. Here in the
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Read moreSea-Buckthorn Hippophae rhamnoides Other Names: Seaberry, Sandthorn, Sallowthorn, Siberian Pineapple Hardiness Zone 3-6 Seed Available Here Sea-buckthorn is a deciduous
Read moreOne of my favorite places on our farm is the “flat rock” area that covers about 5 acres. There is
Read moreCommon Dandelion Taraxacum officinale AKA, “blowball, cankerwort, doon-head-clock, witch’s gowan, milk witch, lion’s-tooth, yellow-gowan, Irish daisy, monks-head, priest’s-crown and puff-ball,
Read moreComfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a perennial herb that is in the borage family. It is native to Europe and is
Read moreCaragana arborescens, which is commonly known as the Siberian Peashrub, is a plant with huge potential for homestead and permaculture
Read moreVerbascum thapsus Common Mullein or Great Mullein Common Mullein is found all over the United States, although it is not
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