Egyptian Spinach

Egyptian Spinach (Corchorus olitorius) has a bright green leaf with a soft texture when eaten, and children love it. It loves the heat and should be grown in full sun. It can be germinated from seed and grown in humus-rich soil. Egyptian Spinach contains beta-carotene, calcium, chlorophyll, folic acid, mucin, Read more…

August Meeting

Topic: Simon Edmunds will be conducting a walk and talk on the history and evolution of the food forest. Time and date: 2pm, Sunday, 23 August Where: Ross Island Food Forest, Corner of First Avenue and Fifth Street, Railway Estate. View Larger Map What to Bring: Hat and shoes Chair Read more…