Overview Description Cabbage is a biennial vegetable grown as an annual. Its has a short stem bearing rosettes of tightly packed, waxy leaves that wrap around a round, compact head or “heart” consisting of multiple layers of thick, sturdy leaves that grow in a tightly […]
Overview Description Cauliflower is an annual cool-season vegetable with a rosette of large, coarse, bluish-green leaves growing from a thick central stem. The edible part of the plant is a dense cluster of undeveloped flower buds known as the “curd.” The curd is usually white […]
Overview Description Carrots are biennial root vegetables, but they are commonly grown as annuals for their edible taproots. They have a rosette of 8-12 finely divided, feathery leaves with a fern-like appearance, reaching heights of 30-60 cm (12-24 in). The root can range from 15-30 […]
Overview Description Broccoli is an annual plant cultivated for its edible flower heads and stalks. It grows a thick, fibrous stalk topped with a dense cluster of green flower buds known as the “head.” The plant can reach a height of up to 1 m […]
Overview Description Beetroot is a biennial plant cultivated as an annual. It grows an upright rosette of broad, heart-shaped leaves that are dark green with red or purple veins. The round or cylindrical root develops underground and can vary in size, reaching up to 10 […]
Overview Description Amaranth plants belong to the genus Amaranthus, which encompasses a diverse group of annual and perennial plants known for their edible leaves, seeds, and vibrant flowers. These plants are cultivated worldwide for their nutritional value and ornamental beauty. When used for food, they’re […]
Overview Description Basil (Ocimum basilicum), is an annual or perennial plant grown for its aromatic leaves which are used as a herb. The leaves are bright green, smooth, oval-shaped,, opposite (paired) in arrangement and vary in size. Stems are square-shaped, characteristic of the mint family, […]
Overview Description Broad beans (Vicia faba), also known as fava bean, are annual legumes that grow as an upright, bushy plant reaching 0.6-1.5 meters (2-5 ft) in height. Plants often have multiple stems growing from the base. The stems are square in cross-section and slightly […]
