Dutch: Spar - French: Epicéa - German: Fichte
There are many things to be said about spruce. But few words are suitable for describing its greatness. So here's where I want to invite you to go out and meet up with a spruce tree. A spruce is a sensuous adventure for anyone who is pepared to open his/her senses.
Take a close look at these branches. Do you see the parts that are lighter green? Filled with aroma and vitamin C. They make a lovely infusion. But beware: this is the new growth for this year. So spread your harvesting area; you don't want to exhaust the tree.
You can also see a green baby spruce cone. If you thought only squirrels and birds like spuce cones, think again. These make a great combination with the needles. Definitely worth a try as well.
And then, take a look at this:
There are many things to be said about spruce. But few words are suitable for describing its greatness. So here's where I want to invite you to go out and meet up with a spruce tree. A spruce is a sensuous adventure for anyone who is pepared to open his/her senses.
Take a close look at these branches. Do you see the parts that are lighter green? Filled with aroma and vitamin C. They make a lovely infusion. But beware: this is the new growth for this year. So spread your harvesting area; you don't want to exhaust the tree.
You can also see a green baby spruce cone. If you thought only squirrels and birds like spuce cones, think again. These make a great combination with the needles. Definitely worth a try as well.
And then, take a look at this:
That resin! We love to roll this between our fingers into tiny balls that we use as chewing gum. Makes fingers and teeth very, very sticky, but it's so worth it.
Want more? In a few days we'll share our special spruce recipe!
Want more? In a few days we'll share our special spruce recipe!
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