An old-fashioned perennial spinach alternative.
Growing Tips:
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Fertile, well-drained
Planting: Sow in spring; slow to establish but long-lived
Harvest: Pick young leaves for salads or cook older ones like spinach
Maintenance: Keep soil moist during dry spells for tender leaves.
9. Lovage (Levisticum officinale)
Lifespan: 10+ years
A tall herb with celery-like flavor, used in soups and stews.
Growing Tips:
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-drained
Planting: Sow seeds in spring
Harvest: Cut stems and leaves as needed
Maintenance: Mulch