Summer Edibles

Steep thyself in a bowl of summertime.  -Virgil 

Many spring weeds are still useful in the hotter months of July and August. Here's what you can find in Franklin Park during the summer:

Amaranth

Blackberries

Black cherries

Blueberries - The low bush blueberries throughout the park's woodlands don't produce lots of berries, but with patience you'll find a few.

Burdock

Cat-tails

Chickweed

Chicory

Chives

Dandelion

Huckleberries

Lamb's quarters

Mustard

Plantain

Purslane

Raspberries - these vary from year to year, but the two best spots we've found are at opposite ends of the park. One is near El Parquesito de Hermandad - the playground on Walnut Avenue near School Street. Walk just past the playground on the paved path and you'll find raspberry bushes on your right. The other spot is next to Mother's Rest, the sitting area along the golf course loop path, just in from Blue Hill Ave and American Legion Highway. 

Sow thistle

Sumac

Wild rose hips

Use google image for more photos of plants so you can identify them yourself. Or join one of Pam Kristan's Weeds as Feed walks!