Each season we will walk you through the selection of edible plants suitable for planting at that time, so you will know what to plant, when to plant it and how to plant it, As we will show you how to grow certain species of edible plants, you can also win PRIZES through sharing videos of your gardens with the all of us here at the Cooking Club. Lets have a look at this season:
Summer
During summer temperatures increase and depending where you live rainfall decreases, so you will be looking to plant crops resistant to these harsher conditions. If you live in the cooler to moderate temperature areas there will be a greater variety of plants to choose from, it is always best, if you are unsure, to talk with your local nursery, as they will surely help and guide you.
So what can you grow in Summer?
HERBS | basil, chives, coriander, fennel, rosemary, lovage, mint, parsley and tarragon.
FRUIT & VEGETABLES | beans, beetroot, broccoli, cabbage, capsicum, carrot, cauliflower, celery, chicory, chilli, Chinese cabbage, cucumber, eggplant, endive, kohlrabi, leek, lettuce, okra, parsnip, potato, radish, rhubarb, shallots, silver beet, spring onion, sweet corn, sweet potato and zucchini.
