Dandelions
Yarrow
Wild mushrooms
Elderberries
Lamb's-quarters
Plantain
Burdock
Wild grapes
12 plants to forage now
September 18, 2014 at 8:31PM
Nettles
Catnip
Black walnuts
Wild rice (permit required from Minnesota DNR)
Picking tips: "Pick plants as if you're in the produce section. Look for fresh, healthy and happy specimens," said Minneapolis herbalist Lise Wolff. Harvest conservatively, leaving plenty of leftovers for wildlife and other foragers (and for yourself, perhaps in future seasons).
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