Kangkong Water Spinach
A semi-aquatic plant, this spinach is fully edible - leaf, stem and all. Planting guide: Plant well after the last seasonal frost in late...
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Sometimes referred to as 'pigweed', this plant is much prettier than it sounds and has a variety of applications. Whether to add some floral to...
Just as it sounds, Bitter Melon is.... bitter. Part of the Cucurbitaceae family, Bitter melon behaves very much like it's brother cucumber or...
Broccoli, also known as 'Green Trees' - at least that is what my grandmother used to call them - are generally a family favourite - even with the...
Tolerant to cooler temperatures, the Carentan Leek is both sweet and mild on the tastebuds. Often used in soups and stock. When: can be planted...
Cherry red and oh, so popular, Cherry Belle Radishes are a fabulous addition to any garden. When: In early spring, after the danger of frost, late...
The 'rosette' of chicory, this cold-sustaining plant forms a lettuce-like head and is known for its preserving qualities and great flavour. When:...
A fan of cooler temps versus the heat of the summer, this perennial plant grows leaves ideal for salads, blanching or cooking. When: Plant 2-3...
Variegata di Castelfranco is both vibrant with its green leaves and red freckles, but also another hardy chicory able to withstand some of the...
Did you know that once upon a time that this root vegetable was used as a cheap substitute for coffee? This plant is linked to the dandelion family...
Deliciously sweet and succulent, this endive is also hardier than most lettuces and can be sown at various times throughout the planting season....
Both sweet and succulent! Planting Guide: Start about one month prior to the last seasonal frost, direct sow in well-drained soil. Sow 1" deep,...
Popular in salads or sauteed, this leafy green is a bit more hardier than most lettuces, loaded with healthy vitamins and a bit more bitter too....
A little more resilient to cooler temperatures, this dark green lettuce is ideal for early spring sowing or autumn planting as well. A member of...
Part of the Amaranth family, this superfood can be eaten raw like a lettuce or cooked. There is a Jamaican dish called Callaloo inspired by this...
Often referred to as the 'italian dandelion', Chicory Catalogna is used for it's long standing leaves and hearty flavour. When: Plant after the...
Long, skinny, red (like icicles) and peppery in taste - these fellas are worth the garden addition. Planting Guide: Sow 1/2" deep, about 4"...
Pumpkins like their space... Planting Guide: Sow 1" deep, about 3' apart, in rows 6-8' apart after the danger of frost and the soil is warm....
The 'jewel' of lettuce, radicchio is a flavourful addition to any salad. When: Radicchio can be planted as soon as the soil can be worked - it is...
From Treviso Italy and part of the chicory family, Rossa Di Treviso Radicchio is a nice addition to any salad in adding some different taste and...
Rossa di verona produces a cabbage like head and is known for it's bitter flavour and smooth texture. Radicchio is a great addition to any salad...
From Chioggia Italy, Radicchio Variegata di Chioggia is considered a blended mix of the Radicchio family in its red and white colour as well as its...
One of the 'prettier' radishes and popular amidst Chinese cuisine. Also known as 'Watermelon Radish' because of its pink flesh, this radish is both...
A white radish with allot of crunch is the best way to describe the Korean Radish. Planting Guide: Sow 1/2" deep, about 5" apart in rows about 1'...
Raktaranga Amaranth is sometimes considered ornamental, but it has great edible qualities as well. Planting Guide: Sow just after the danger of...
Callaloo is Amaranth - the name callaloo best describes the stew to which amaranth is the main ingredient. Both leaves and seeds are edible....
In search of the 'golden heart'? Look no further... Similar to a lettuce, this veggie is chalked full of vitamins, minerals and is great for the...
Also known as English or garden peas, these are a popular garden staple and a fan of culinary enthusiasts. As the name suggests, peas must be...
Used in a variety of yummy dishes, snow peas are great to have on hand in the garden and ideal for those with a bit of a green thumb. Planting...
Okra can be cooked in a variety of ways which makes it nice to have on hand in the garden. Planting Guide: After the danger of frost has...
Another late harvest gem, Sugar Loaf Chicory resembles that of a large romaine. It gets it's name from it's sweet taste and bread 'loaf' like...
Dark green and oh, so delicious, these are great to kick off the garden season or close it in late fall. Planting Guide: Sow 1/4" deep, 12" apart...
Long, skinny, white (like icicles) and peppery in taste - these fellas are worth the garden addition. Planting Guide: Sow 1/2" deep, about 4"...
Small, sweet and fast growing and ideal for your next salad. Planting Guide: Plant seeds 1/8 -1/4" deep in well drained soil about 8 -12" apart,...