Researching "Aging Gracefully" is my newest passion. I am discovering new medicinal plants, cutting edge medical breakthroughs, and rediscovering old-fashioned foods, technologies, and wisdom.
Today's post is a nod back to 1983 when I started my own edible landscape in Lake in the Hills, IL. It's been updated to USDA growing zone 7a, here in Paducah:
This is an extensive list of edible perennial plants suitable for USDA Growing Zone 7A, which typically has a cold winter climate:
1. Asparagus
2. Rhubarb
3. Artichoke
4. Horseradish
5. Jerusalem artichoke (Sunchoke)
6. Strawberries
7. Raspberries
8. Blackberries
9. Blueberries
10. Currants
11. Gooseberries
12. Elderberry
13. Hops (for brewing)
14. Chives
15. Mint
16. Oregano
17. Thyme
18. Sage
19. Rosemary
20. Lavender
21. French tarragon
22. Lovage
23. Sorrel
24. Good King Henry
25. Wild garlic (Allium ursinum)
26. Wild leek (Allium tricoccum)
27. Sea kale
28. Egyptian walking onion
29. Sweet cicely
30. Comfrey
31. Fennel
32. Lovage
33. Lemon balm
34. Wintergreen
35. Groundnut (Apios americana)
36. Watercress
37. Lovage
38. Skirret
39. Chinese water chestnut
40. Hosta (young shoots are edible)
41. Daylily (edible buds and flowers)
42. Alpine strawberries
43. Siberian pea shrub (edible pea-like pods)
44. Korean nut pine
45. Yacon (Peruvian ground apple)
46. Sunchokes
47. Wild strawberries
Remember that the availability of some plants may vary depending on your specific microclimate and local growing conditions. Always research the specific care and maintenance requirements for each plant to ensure successful cultivation.
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