Root Crops
The average Western palate is unaware of the following lesser-known root crops – you’d be hard-pressed to find these at the local grocer. They truly deserve more attention.
Fortunately, as a veggie gardener, you have access to these “unconventional” and highly nutritious vegetables, and can experiment with new flavours and cuisines!
Please see the individual notes for each variety, or consult a good local gardening book for specific cultivation information not covered in the Info Bar.
Bush Tucker aka Aboriginal Potato Mint
Plectranthus cf. parviflorusCompletely undomesticated, this short lived, semi-perennial plant is an ..
R30.27
Harris Model Parsnips
We have had great difficulty sourcing quality parsnip seed. The main problem is that Parsnip seeds h..
R32.20
Horseradish
Armoracia rusticanaLIMITED STOCK!So simple to grow and once properly established in your garden you..
R43.70
Nigerian Aya ~ Tiger Nuts
Cyperus esculentus var. sativusLivingseeds is the first seed company supplying true Chufa starter ..
R31.05
Purple Salsify (Vegetable Oyster)
Tragopogon porrifoliusPurple Salsify or Oyster plant is one of the lesser known root crops. The name..
R31.35
Scorzonera (Black Salsify)
Scorzonera hispanica A truly unique vegetable. This has a unique flavour all on it's own. Traditi..
R30.27
Tsenza
Plectranthus esculentus Tsenza is a true African Heirloom and is considered one of the lost African ..
R34.50