March in eastern North Carolina is a season of small awakenings—soft light, warming soil, and the first blooms that dare to open before spring fully arrives. If you’re already planning what to plant, ...

Wild violets burst open in early spring and exhibit varying shades of white to deep purple. I have always eagerly awaited ...

Add flowers to liven up your cooking! Learn what flowers are edible by using this edible flowers list, including edible flowers for cake and other desserts. Use the edible flowers you’ve found in ...

Pick violets in the northern woods and create edible treats. Includes recipes and the science of the violet. These forest flowers are pretty enough to eat. Go ahead—let our six simple recipes fuel ...

More homeowners are planting edible flowers because they offer a unique combination of beauty, flavor, and environmental benefits. These flowers don’t just brighten your garden—they bring fresh, ...

Many of us may remember special times when it would have been great to impress family or friends with a beautiful breakfast. For an upcoming special breakfast or brunch, our recipe for Viola Crepes ...

Here we are in February, that wonderful short month with a special romantic day right smack in the middle. Longer daylight. A couple of presidents giving us a holiday. And spring, only 44 days away.

Across Michigan, there are several varieties of nuts, berries, and mushrooms that are safe for consumption. Many are often found in the state throughout the summer and early fall. Wild violets, while ...