Hot Season Foraging Guide

By Felicity Joy

Dive into the abundance of nature as you discover six easily accessible and versatile edible wild weeds flourishing during the Summer months. Foraging becomes a powerful means of independently sourcing fresh, seasonal food and medicine, with many of these edible weeds offering a rich array of vitamins, minerals, and medicinal properties.

The featured plants in this guide—Dandelion, Nasturtium, Yarrow, Fat Hen, Self Heal, and Fennel—were chosen for their abundance across New Zealand during the Summer, as well as their diverse uses in food and medicine.

Tailored for both absolute beginners and seasoned foragers, this guide provides ample information and confidence to commence your foraging journey independently. Seasoned foragers will appreciate the extensive nutritional and medicinal details, along with the captivating folklore.