Me Enjoying Summer

                              Me, Hanging out with flowers at the Richmond Farmers Market.

Enjoying The Forest

Me Getting Kisses From Etta

Farmers Market Goodies

Red Kuri Squash And Other Veggies

Shallots & Garlic

Lots of veggies from #1000StoneFarm 

Radishes Galore

Starry Tomatoes

Wonderful things can be found at the Farmers Market, like these hot peppers, mushrooms, and garlic, from 1000 Stone Farm.

Farmers Market Today

Look at that great big Chicken Of The Woods mushroom. #1000StoneFarm 

Grey Oyster Mushrooms

Orange Oyster Mushrooms

Pink Oyster Mushrooms

Lovely Cannas

Gorgeous Gladiolas

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Hydrangeas In Pink

Hydrangeas In Pink
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My Favorite Places

Reflections On The Mountain  My favorite places to spend gorgeous summer days.

Reflections At The Reservoir

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Curling Purple Heliotrope

Curling Purple 
These Purple Flowers are Heliotrope, Native to Peru it represents eternal love.

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Bee On Gallardia

Bee On Gallardia Flower

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Purple Flowering Raspberry

Purple Flowering Raspberry

Rubus odoratus (Flowering Raspberry, Virginia Raspberry)

I found this deciduous shrub, growing in the woods in Essex Jct. Vt.

Edible Parts: Fruit

raw or cooked, Somewhat tart and dry, it is usually cooked and used in pies, jellies, preserves. 

Medicinal:

The leaves are highly astringent. They are used in the treatment of dysentery and diarrhea. The leaves have been used as a wash for old and foul sores, boils etc. A decoction or infusion of the branches has been used to settle the stomach. A decoction of the leaves and stems has been used to treat kidney complaints. The root is astringent. A decoction of the root or the root bark has been used as a treatment for diarrhea and colds. The root has been used in the treatment of toothaches. The berries have been used as a diuretic.

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Disclaimer

My blog is meant to inform and I strive to be totally accurate. It is solely up to the reader to ensure proper plant identification. Some wild plants are poisonous or can have serious adverse health effects.