Hawthorn

Hazel

“Hazel was one of the first trees to colonise the land after the end of the last Ice Age,” writes Gabrielle Hatfield, “and for … Continue

Himalayan balsam

The transportation of seeds or whole plants is an offence under the Invasive Alien Species (Enforcement and Permitting) Order 2019 in England and Wales … Continue

Hawthorn Flower Syrup

One of the things I love about researching plants is having a damn good rummage through ancient manuscripts and cookery books scouting out long … Continue

Common hawthorn in blossom is a familiar sight along hedgerows, woodlands and scrubs in spring. It was famously known as the May-Tree or may-blossom … Continue

Tasting terroir – why the plant is not the problem… you are

Today I want to share with you a little about what I have learnt as a forager. And it goes against the grain about … Continue

Dragon’s Breath Hawthorn Relish

There is an old Scottish proverb “Mony haws, Mony snows” meaning that an abundance of haws (hawthorn berries) will bring a severe winter. It … Continue

Why does that plant taste disgusting?

A week or so ago I mentioned that I was pondering what to do with hawthorn berries. Something a little different to the usual … Continue

Hawthorn Jelly Recipe

This is a lovely, simple hawthorn jelly recipe that you can have with cheese or meats. Make it now and you’ll be in time … Continue