Bramble Bush -

: Peak picking is late summer through September. Folktales suggest avoiding berries after September 29th (Michaelmas), as they are said to be "cursed" by the devil.

: They regenerate easily from root fragments; the entire root ball must be dug up for permanent removal. bramble bush

: Wear heavy-duty gloves and long trousers to protect against sharp thorns. Pick only the blackest, shiniest berries. Management & Removal : : Peak picking is late summer through September

: Use loppers or a brush cutter to take stems down to about 30cm (1ft). bramble bush

Written by Karl Llewellyn , The Bramble Bush: On Our Law and Its Study is a classic introductory text for law students.