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Last Call for Ramp Bulbs: They’re Greening Up – Plant Now for That Instant Spring Patch

March 21, 2026 / / 0 Comments

Hello everyone,

Spring is in full swing here in the West Virginia mountains, and the ramps are really starting to wake up! The latest batch of bulbs I’ve dug are showing just a little bit of green at the tips already. They’re breaking dormancy and ready to go right into the ground.

This is your last call to grab some before they’re gone for the season. If you plant them immediately (while the soil is still cool and moist), they’ll take off quickly. Those green shoots will push up in just a week or two, giving you an almost “instant” patch of fresh ramp greens to enjoy and watch expand. Now is the perfect time. The plants establish strong roots now, leaves emerge soon for that early spring magic, and over time they’ll seed and spread into a bigger, self sustaining colony for future harvests.

Don’t wait, these are the freshest ones left, and once they’re shipped or planted, ramp season wraps up until next year. Whether you’re boosting an existing spot, starting fresh in a shady wooded area, or just wanting to get in on the action, now’s the time.

Head over and snag yours before it’s too late: Buy Ramp Bulbs

Thanks for all the support this spring! It’s been amazing seeing so many of you building your own ramp patches. I love seeing the photos you send me! Wishing you green shoots, tasty harvests down the line, and plenty of warm days ahead.

Spring Ramp Rush Continues: Second Batch of Fresh Bulbs Dug & Ready to Ship from WV

March 14, 2026 / / 0 Comments

Hello everyone,

Hope this finds you enjoying these first beautiful days of (almost) spring! Thanks so much for the amazing response to last week’s email. I’m thrilled to say that all of the first week’s ramp bulb orders have shipped out already. You folks are quick, and I appreciate the enthusiasm!

The mountains here in West Virginia are really waking up now. With the last bits of snow gone and the ground thawing nicely, I headed back up and dug a second fresh batch of ramp bulbs. These are just as healthy and ready to go—packed and waiting for your orders. Some of these bulbs already have small green shoots on them.

Spring really is the best time to get your ramp bulbs in the ground. Planted now (while the soil is cool and moist), they’ll settle right in and break dormancy quickly. Many folks see those first green shoots popping up in just a week or two—giving you an almost “instant” patch of ramps to watch grow! It’s like jump-starting your own little colony. The plants establish strong roots this season, leaves emerge soon for that early green magic, and over the coming years they’ll seed, spread, and multiply into a thriving, sustainable harvest spot. Whether you’re adding to an existing patch, starting fresh in a shady wooded spot, or just dreaming of future ramp feasts, now’s your window before they go dormant again.

Grab yours before this batch goes fast too: Buy Ramp Bulbs

(Quick note: My daughter’s Etsy shop is still buzzing with those custom wood burnings if you’re looking for a unique gift or something special—pets, quotes, scenery, you name it. Check it out here: Quad D Creations on Etsy)

Thanks again for the support, and here’s to warmer days, fresh green shoots, and good ramp patches ahead.

Small Ramps Sprouting in West Virginia

Spring Has Sprung: Fresh Ramp Bulbs Ready to Ship from the WV Mountains

March 5, 2026 / / 3 Comments

Hello everyone,

It feels like it’s been an extremely long time since I last emailed you all—I hope you’re doing well and staying warm!

What a long, brutal winter it’s been this year. Those cold snaps were some of the coldest and longest I’ve seen in years. I’m definitely not a winter fan, and I can’t wait to put this one behind us and jump straight into spring.

The ice and snow have finally melted (mostly) off the mountains here in West Virginia. That means I can head back up there and dig some ramp bulbs for you. I managed to get a nice batch—they’re fresh, healthy, and ready to ship right away.

Now is the perfect time to plant ramp bulbs! They’ll settle in quickly during the cool spring weather and often show green shoots within a few weeks as they start establishing. You can harvest them this spring, or let them grow for a few years and watch them seed and spread. It’s an ideal time for adding to an existing patch, starting a new patch that will spread over the years, or just getting your own little ramp colony going. Whatever your plan, I’ve got bulbs ready for you.

Check out the ramp bulb page here: Buy Ramp Bulbs

I also want to give a shout-out to my daughter’s Etsy shop. She spent the winter creating several new wood burnings, plus some other fun pieces. If you have a minute, please take a look—you might spot something you love. She does custom wood burnings too (pets, family names, quotes, you name it). She’s a really talented artist!

Her shop: Quad D Creations on Etsy

Thanks for reading, and I hope spring brings you all some warmer days and good foraging.

WV Woods with yellow daffodils

Ramp Infused Meatballs

October 15, 2023 / / 0 Comments

The standard recipe below makes about 18 meatballs.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs of ground beef
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup of milk
  • 1/2 cup of chopped ramp bulbs
  • 2/3 cup of uncooked rice
  • 1 tsp chili powder, + 1 tsp later
  • 2 tsp salt, + 1 tsp later
  • 2-1/2 cups of diced tomatoes, fresh or canned
  • 2-1/2 cups of water
  • 2 tablespoons of chopped yellow onion

Instructions

  1. Mix together meat, eggs, milk, ramp bulbs, rice, chili powder and 2 tsp of salt.
  2. Form into 1-1/2″ balls. Brown in skillet.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine tomatoes, water, onion, and remaining seasonings. Bring to a boil, then drop in meatballs. Cover and cook slowly on low heat for 1-1/2 hours.
  4. Serve with fresh parmesan or mozzarella cheese.
  5. Alternatives would be to serve on a hoagie bun (meatball sub), or serve on top of pasta / spaghetti.

2023 Fall Ramp Bulb Update #1

September 30, 2023 / / 0 Comments

It’s official. Fall has arrived in dramatic fashion. The leaves are quickly changing into vibrant colors of yellow, orange, and red. High School football games are in full swing and it’s homecoming for a lot of them. Homecoming parades, games, and dances have likely consumed the time from a lot of families this weekend.

While I was in the deer blind with my son this morning (today is the first day of bowhunting season here in WV) we watched thousands of leaves fall off the branches and hit the ground in seemingly endless supply. We didn’t get a deer this morning, but it was nice to be out in the quiet calm of the woods for an extended time.

Over the past couple of days, we restocked our ramp bulb levels and have a large quantity to sell once again. So if you missed out on the last batch, make sure you get some now. These bulbs are fat and gorgeous, perfect for making some caramelized ramp bulbs, pickled ramps bulbs, or just about any other dish you want to make with them. Of course they can just as easily be planted right now so you will have your own ramp greens ready to harvest in the spring.

As more and more leaves come off the trees, the bulbs get harder to find so there is no guarantee that I will have more at a later date. Although I certainly hope that I do.

The ramp bulb order page is located here https://wildwestvirginiaramps.com/order-ramp-bulbs/

Caramelized Ramp Bulbs

September 30, 2023 / / 0 Comments
Caramelized Ramp Bulbs
Caramelized Ramp Bulbs

These caramelized ramp bulbs are a delicious treat by themselves or an excellent choice for a unique side dish!

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 pounds of ramp bulbs
  • 3 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Melt butter in an oven proof sauté pan over medium heat. The pan should be large enough to hold all of the ramp bulbs in a single layer.
  3. Add bulbs and cook until they begin to brown slightly, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add sugar and toss, continuing to cook until sugar melts and begins to bubble, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add salt, pepper, and vinegar and cook for about 5 minutes longer.
  6. Place the pan in the oven, uncovered, and roast for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
  8. Serve while still warm.
  9. Serves 4-6 people as a side dish.
  10. (For a smaller serving, just halve all ingredients.)

You can buy fresh ramp bulbs for this recipe here.

The Next Wild Ramp Shipments Will Go Out On 4-20-15

April 17, 2015 / / 0 Comments

As the title says, the next orders will be shipping out on 4/20.  Please get your order in before Sunday 4/19 to be placed in this weeks shipments.

The order page is located here: Wild Ramp Order Form

Wild Ramps

If you have ramps in your area and want to dig them yourself, please remember a few key points in harvesting in a sustainable matter.

While many argue over what constitutes a healthy ramp population in a forest patch, I think it is best to harvest conservatively. Studies show that only 5 to 10 percent of the ramps in a patch should be harvested each year to ensure their future survival. When I harvest ramps, I do the following:

  1. Harvest only the largest ramps in a clump (ramps grow in clumps of 5 to 10). This assures that the smaller plants are left to mature and go to seed.
  2. If there are a number of large ramps in a clump, take—at most—only half the plants. By leaving some older ramps, it guarantees that the clump will recover.
  3. When harvesting, keep moving around the patch. This assures that you won’t accidentally harvest too many ramps from one location.

Taking these precautions guarantees that harvesting is done in a sustainable manner.

Looks Like Another Week For Ramp Bulbs

March 21, 2015 / / 1 Comment

The cold snap this week slowed the growth of the ramps down a little bit, so we have another week of bulbs. If you haven’t ordered yet, you still have time.  You would primarily use these ramp bulbs for planting. I hope it warms up a bit this week so they can finally get some green tops on them!

The order form is located here; Ramp Bulbs Order Form

ramp bulbs for planting

ramp bulbs for planting

 

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