Absolutely try it (just be mindful about only the ripe berries and no bits of the stems). Do you make other things with the berries or flowers, like jam or wine?
Sadly, I have just been leaving them for the birds, but I feel guilty about not making some jam. I should go and pick some now. The wine was very popular when I was growing up in Scotland. Everybody seemed to be making it.
Absolutely try it (just be mindful about only the ripe berries and no bits of the stems). Do you make other things with the berries or flowers, like jam or wine?
Sadly, I have just been leaving them for the birds, but I feel guilty about not making some jam. I should go and pick some now. The wine was very popular when I was growing up in Scotland. Everybody seemed to be making it.
The wine is sentimental to me as well (my Scottish Gran made it). ;)
I believe the birds and outdoor friends need their goodies too, so it's not a loss and there is always another year.
You are right. I don't grudge the birds their treats. They like to sit and munch on my figs too, but there are always plenty to spare!
That is always how I feel. There is usually enough of anything in my gardens for me, even the squirrels leave me enough nuts. :)