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I wanted to know what species of edible plants, if any grew along the trail to be eaten from Pen Mar, PA to Harper's Ferry WV. Thanks for the input.
This really doesn't answer your question but you can start with: http://www.eattheweeds.com/www.EatTheWeeds.Com/EatTheWeeds.com/EatTheWeeds.com.html
I dove into this subject and even took a class at the local nature center. There are many edible plants and medicinal plants growing all around us. There is very interesting and empowering information out there on the web. HOWEVER, be happy to grab a handful of raspberries as you hike. I guess what I'm trying to say is that hiking and foraging don't mix very well. For me, it takes way too much time to gather and prepare edible plants.
OOPS! I meant to throw this one in. Here is another site to find some answers: http://www.wildmanstevebrill.com/ He seems a little weird, but knows his stuff.
fiddlehead
08-10-2008, 02:33
That's only about 40 miles, aye?
Never hiked it in August or Sept but that should be prime time for raspberries, blackberries, wild apples, wild cherries, and maybe pears. But you may have to go off trail to find them.
I know there's a few soda machines on the trail in that section. Enjoy!
Most raspberries and blackberries ripen in late spring or early summer.
You may find paw paws in September.
Two Speed
08-10-2008, 08:25
Paw paws are something I want to learn to reliably identify. Haven't had a chance to try 'em, but have heard folks rave about them.
Pawpaws vary considerably in their size/weight and also the color and flavor of their flesh. Seedlings (potted) are available on a limited basis from some nurseries by mail order.
Do your research before buying and purchase only recommended cultivars. You can Google all the information you'll need. Source some seedlings and plant them next spring.:)
Two Speed
08-10-2008, 08:47
Didn't realize you could propogate them. Ever done that, and if so how tough were they to get going?
kayak karl
08-10-2008, 09:36
Paw paws vary considerably in size, flavor and color of their flesh. They are available on a limited basis from some nurseries by mail order.
Do your research before buying and purchase only recommended cultivars. You can Google all the information you need. Source some seedlings and plant them next spring.:)
http://www.post-gazette.com/food/20030918pawpaw0918fnp2.asp i have never seen these. where would u look?
This post is my final contribution to pawpaw thread drift and my solution to it. I don't ever think I found pawpaws objectionable before and hope I never do again.
Click on Mad about pawpaws!:) (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=40037) to read a thread with a shorter name, but the same subject matter. Unfortunately, I wasn't feeling as nearly as creative when I named it.