We grow many varieties
of vegetable on our farm, the vegetables fall into different groups,
this important for crop rotation and we carefully plan where each group
of plants is sown.
Alliums
- is the onion genus, with about 1250 species, making it one of the
largest plant genera in the world. They are perennial bulbous plants
that produce chemical compounds (mostly cystein sulfoxide) that give
them a characteristic onion or garlic taste and odour, this family includes
onions, leeks, garlic, spring onions, chives and shallots.
Beetroot Family. includes
Beetroot, Quinoa, Spinach, Swiss Chard, Spinach Beet
Brassicas - Brassica
group provides more types of vegetables than any other genus. Brassica
vegetables are highly regarded for their nutritional value. They provide
high amounts of vitamin C and soluble fiber and contain multiple nutrients
with potent anti-cancer properties. Included in this group are cabbage,
broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, kale, Kohl Rabi, swede and turnip.
Carrot Family-
includes Carrot, Celeriac, Celery, Fennel, Parsley, Parsnip
Daisy Family includes
Chicory/Endive, Jerusalem Artichoke, Lettuce
Marrow Family includes
Cucumber, Courgette, Marrow, Melon, Pumpkin,Squash
Legumes are fruits
or seeds of anything that comes in a pod.Common edible legumes include
peas, mange tout, Runner beans, French Beans,peanuts, lentils, chickpeas,
and soybeans.
Potatoes Family includes
Aubergine, Pepper, Potato, Tomato