September 19, 2024

The Allegheny plum is not a common native tree in our region but is worth knowing.

November’s Wild Edible: Plums

They can be eaten right from the tree as the fleshy orbs are quite tasty and can also be made into jam.
Male Northern Cardinal

Birds of the Blue Ridge: Northern Cardinal

The Northern Cardinal is such a popular and familiar sight, seven states have designated this species as their state bird.
Wild black cherries growing along a road in Botetourt County, Virginia.

October’s Wild Edible: Black Cherries

Along the driveway leading to Elaine’s and my Botetourt County, Virginia home lies a black cherry tree (Prunus serotina).

Departments

Behind Blue Ridge Country

Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes

Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it

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