katemacquarrie22Dec 26, 20223 minSalt Marshes Part 3: EdibleAs we’ve seen in Parts 1 and 2, PEI’s salt marshes are important both ecologically and historically. In this last part, let’s look at...
katemacquarrie22Dec 26, 20222 minChagaFor me, the start of December on PEI means it’s time to collect Chaga (Inonotus obliquus). Despite some popular myths, there’s no...
katemacquarrie22Dec 25, 20222 minPuffballsFall 2022 on PEI saw an amazing crop of mushrooms including edible and delicious Puffballs (Calvatia spp.) popping up in places I’ve...
katemacquarrie22Dec 25, 20222 minHuckleberriesThere are some wild PEI plants that never make it to my kitchen. Not because I never find enough of them, but because they’re so darn...
katemacquarrie22Dec 25, 20222 minShaggy ManesThere’s a spot on my land in Central PEI where I used to collect Shaggy Manes (Coprinus comatus), but haven’t found any there for many...
katemacquarrie22Dec 25, 20222 minPlant Profile: HollyIt’s the time of year when some Islanders are collecting natural greenery, sticks, and berries for seasonal decorations. Today’s PEI...