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Hawthorn berry-flower brandy (C) Kyle Books. Image from the Handmade Apothecary, 2017.
Hawthorn shrubs are a common sight in wild and garden hedgerows, making a beautiful display with their spring pink and white blooms and later in autumn with their plump red berries. They can also be used to create a delicious tipple which is also used by herbalists for supporting the heart.
Read moreEver wondered what we did before tomatoes came over to Europe in the 16th century? This delicious rosehip and hawthorn ketchup combines the nutrient-rich wild berries of autumn with warming herbs and spices. Use it as you would tomato ketchup, and it also makes a great accompaniment to cheeses.
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Autumn fruits are sweeter after the first frost, and after the long hot summer, there are still plenty of rosehips and hawthorns about from the abundant crop we had. Find out how to make fruit leather for a tasty snack.
Read moreThe abundant shrub hawthorn is a family friendly heart herb that has edible & medicinal fruits & flowers. Here is a geek's guide to identifying the different species.
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