Native to the UK, Babington's Leek is one of the tastiest, low maintenance and easy to grow perennial vegetables. It is thought that Babington’s Leek may originate from cultivation of vegetables by monks. It is named after Charles Cardale Babington, a botanist and contemporary of Charles Darwin. All parts of this plant are edible. It … Continue reading Babington’s leek
Taunton Deane Kale
Now heralded as a healthy 'superfood', Taunton Deane is also known as 'cottager's kale', which hints at its history: it used to be commonly grown in British vegetable gardens up until Victorian times. This perennial kale shines with its blue-green appearance, which is characteristic of many cabbage plants, and the leaf veins of 'Taunton Deane' … Continue reading Taunton Deane Kale
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