The thin stems are purply-red with a distinctive flavour. The colour continues up the main leaf vein and into the flowering shoots which have a sweet, delicate flavour. This variety is best grown as a whole head, harvesting before the flower buds open. You can grow this almost all year round, taking 40-50 days from sowing depending on the season. Price for 50 seeds
Sow every 2-3 weeks for a continuous supply. all parts are tasty: steam, stir fry, add to soups or a simple sauté with a little garlic… enjoy.