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…
July 02, 2013
Wild Garlic (allium vineale) is a commonly found plant throughout Michigan. It is commonly found growing in full sun in fields and along roadsides. Wild Garlic is also frequently known as Crow Garlic. It is distinguished by its strong onion/garlic…
July 02, 2013
July 2013 Political Prisoners Birthday posterThe July 2013 political prisoners birthday poster from the Chapel Hill Prison Books Collective is out now. Please take a moment to write a card and/or letter to let our comrades in prison know that they…
June 30, 2013
Wild asparagus (asparagus officinialis) can be found throughout West Michigan along roadsides, in fields, and along fence rows. Wild asparagus tends to have a bit sweeter taste than cultivated asparagus. Asparagus is best harvested in the spring, but…