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The Cultivation of Hosta (Urui) as a Food Crop in Japan

On December 3, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Did You Know Hostas Are Edible By Humans (Not Just Slugs)? In Japan Hosta (Urui) Are A Delicacy. Here’s How To Grow And Harvest Them. Before going into details about how the Japanese grow hosts let’s just remember some Hosta growing basics.… More Leave a comment

Sannamul (산나물): The Essence of Korea’s Mountain Table

On September 5, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Sannamul (Literally “Mountain Herbs/Vegetables”) Refers To Wild Edible Plants Foraged From Korea’s Mountains, Fields, And Uncultivated Landscapes. These Include Greens, Roots, Shoots, And Ferns, Traditionally Gathered In Spring But Available Seasonally. They Are Not Farmed, Their Value Lies In Their Wild Origin, Distinct Flavours, And Connection To Nature.… More Leave a comment

How To Grow Shuniku aka Chop Suey Greens

On January 20, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Shuniku, Glebionis coronaria, aka Chop Suey Greens Is Becoming Popular In the UK & Is Now Available Via Some Seed Raisers. Here Is How To Grow Shuniku (Shungiku). Chop suey greens were also previously known by the Latin name as Chrysanthemum coronarium.… More Leave a comment

How To Grow Wa Wa Ga Choi

On October 16, 2024 By Stefan Drew

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Wa Wa Ga Choi, Also Known Zha Cai, Or By Its Latin Name, Brassica Juncea, Ssp, Tsatsai, Is A Versatile And Nutritious Szechuan Vegetable That’s Gaining Popularity In UK Gardens. I’m told its unique flavour and texture make it a delicious addition to any meal.… More Leave a comment

How To Grow Coriander In The UK

On August 2, 2023 By Stefan Drew

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Tips & Hints On How To Grow Coriander In The UK. It’s A Quick & Easy Crop To Grow Inside Or Outdoors. Here Are My Simple Tips. Coriander, Coriandrum sativum, aka cilantro, Chinese parsley etc. is an annual herb. It is normally grown for its leaves, stems or dried seed, but all parts of the plant are edible including the roots and flowers.… More Leave a comment

How To Grow Korean Celery

On January 2, 2023 By Stefan Drew

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Growing Korean Celery, Dystaenia takesimana, In The UK Is Possible & Several Seed Companies Sell It. Here’s My Recommended Sowing, Cultivation & Harvesting Method Once You Know How To Grow Korean Celery Dystaenia takesimana, in the UK it’s an easy crop to grow.… More Leave a comment

How To Grow Mooli, aka Daikon, Japanese Radish, or Oriental Radish,

On January 23, 2022 By Stefan Drew

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How To Grow Mooli (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus) AKA Daikon, Japanese Radish, White Radish, Winter Radish, Oriental Radish, or Long White Radish. Mooli is a Winter Grown Asian Veg. I’ve recently been asked How To Grow Mooli. Fortunately it’s an easy crop to grow provided you recognise it’s really a winter veg and doesn’t like it too hot.… More 8 responses