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Crabapple Jelly, Chutney, and Muffins
Crabapples are small, tart apples that can be used in a variety of recipes, from sweet to savory. Here are three top-rated crabapple...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read


Chokecherry Recipes: Tasting the Wild Edge of Oregon
Chokecherries ( Prunus virginiana ) are one of the Pacific Northwest’s most overlooked yet flavorful native fruits. Tart, tannic, and...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read


Edible Oregon Native Plant Salad
Creating a salad with Oregon native plants is a way to taste the land itself—bright greens, floral notes, and deeply rooted regional...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Wild Berry Salad
Oregon's native plants offer a unique array of flavors and uses that can be incorporated into various recipes. Here are a few top-rated...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read


Douglas Fir Tip Syrup Recipe
A springtime tonic rooted in the Pacific Northwest forest Douglas-fir ( Pseudotsuga menziesii ) isn’t just Oregon’s state tree—it’s one...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read


Nettle Soup Recipe
Oregon's native plants offer a unique array of flavors and uses that can be incorporated into various recipes. Here are a few top-rated...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read


Sauteed and Stir Fried Lady Fern
Lady ferns are a type of fern commonly found in forests and wooded areas. While not typically used as a primary ingredient in recipes,...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Red Currant Jam, Scones, and Sauce Recipes
Red currants are tart and flavorful berries that can be used in a variety of recipes, from sweet to savory. Here are three delicious red...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Wild Gooseberry Chutney Recipe
This tangy, aromatic chutney brings the forest to the table. Made with foraged or homegrown Oregon native gooseberries, it’s perfect for...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read


Gooseberry Jam Recipe
2. Gooseberry Jam: Ingredients: 4 cups gooseberries, topped and tailed 2 cups granulated sugar (adjust based on the sweetness of...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20231 min read


Gooseberry Crumble Recipe
Gooseberry crumble recipe along with a guide on harvesting from the wild, and growing them in your urban yard.
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20234 min read


Common Selfheal Tea
What are the benefits of common self-heal? How to make self-heal tea at home from your yard or garden.
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20233 min read


Pine Needle Tea Recipe
Pine needles can be used to infuse a unique flavor into various dishes and beverages. One popular use is to make Pine Needle Tea, which...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Salmonberry Vinaigrette Recipe
Creating a savory dish using sweet and tart salmonberries can be a delightful culinary adventure. Here's a top-rated recipe for a...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Salmonberry Jam Recipe
Salmonberries: The First Wild Fruit of Spring Salmonberries ( Rubus spectabilis ) are one of the earliest berries to ripen in Oregon,...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20235 min read


Elderberry Syrup Recipe
Elderberries are known for their potential health benefits and rich flavor. One of the most popular elderberry recipes is Elderberry...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Thimbleberry Jam Recipe
Thimbleberry jam recipe with tips on how to find, harvest, and grow them in your urban yard.
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20234 min read


Huckleberry Pie Recipe
One popular and highly-rated huckleberry recipe is "Huckleberry Pie." Huckleberries are small, flavorful berries that can be found in...
Breanna Gunderson
Aug 31, 20232 min read


Why Are Rainwater Gardens Good?
Rainwater gardens with native Oregon plants are beneficial for water management, water quality improvement, biodiversity support, low...
Breanna Gunderson
Jul 17, 20232 min read


Lure Hoverflies to Your Garden
How to attract and maintain habitat for beneficial insect species.
Breanna Gunderson
Jun 19, 20235 min read
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