Life on the Farm
Grasp the Nettles
Protect yourself from the sting of the wild herbaceous perennial when picking its leaves, but then let it protect you through its valuable nutrients and anti-allergen properties. Kate Munning explores the generous benefits of a plant too many fear.
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Kate Munning manages communications for The Land Conservancy of New Jersey. She is a curious cook, gardener and bon vivant who tends a small but mighty food forest on Schooley’s Mountain and orchestrates farm dinners at The Community Supported Garden at Genesis Farm. From perilla to pawpaws, she fears no fruit or vegetable.