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Where the Wild Things Grow

7/2/2015

 
We've been having the most beautiful summer.  Sunny and mild with the bright blue skies that we get here.  I've been trying to take advantage of this time taking long walks and spending time in the garden.  This has put me up close with plants of all sorts.  Some of my favorites are the wild ones.  Weeds often, but I love discovering their beauty and often their forgotten value.  Long before we relied on grocery stores and pharmacies people turned to the wild plants.  This week I tried to capture a few of them on paper.  I hope you enjoy them too.
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Sage - a reliable staple in my garden.  It makes a lovely tea that claims to keep me mentally sharp and impart wisdom.  It's also nice in the kitchen.
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Wood Sorrel - an edible green,that is said to be a good herb.  Although often too much for people with kidney issues and rheumatiod arthritis.        
Red Clover - the field along the path at work has seas of pink clover.  Such a pretty sight.  Used as a tea for women.
Chamomile - a lovely mild nighttime tea.  I've just added it to my garden this season and have high hopes for it.
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Dandelion - one of my favorites.  Fresh salad greens, medicinal roots, and fields of bright yellow in spring. 
MKSolomon link
7/3/2015 02:12:16 am

Oh, these are terrific. I especially like the clover-chamomile drawing, and of course, always my favorite, the dandelion. :)

esolomon
7/4/2015 12:29:24 pm

Dandelions are like a bit of sunshine. It's what I like about the chamomile too, very cheery.

Sandy
7/4/2015 01:04:53 pm

These are wonderful. They capture the plant with such cheerfulness. Great drawings.

esolomon
10/6/2015 07:24:36 pm

Thanks!


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