Plant Profile — Blog — Sage Garden Theory

Opo-squash is a prolific vining squash-gourd that is commonly found in Asian/Vietnamese cuisine. It is a great crop to grow when you have a large family to feed and can be harvested small or large depending on the size of your intended cooked meal.

Shishito Peppers, 獅子唐辛子 Shishitōgarashi

Shishito, 獅子唐辛子 Shishitōgarashi - AKA: THE "WRINKLED OLD MAN"... an appropriately named pepper. Did you know that 1 out of 10 peppers you eat might be spicy? It's a fun little snack. #russianroulette

Fava Beans (Vicia Faba)

Fava beans (or broad beans) are a high source of protein that can store well and fix the nitrogen in your soil… what more could you ask for? =)

Lemon Thyme (Thymus x Citriodorus)

Thymus Citriodorus, aka: Lemon Thyme

Ju-Hua Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum Morifolium)

Chrysanthemum (mum) is a plant. It gets its name from the Greek words for “gold” and “flower.” Ju Hua is a Chinese variety well known for its medicinal properties and is served as a refreshing tea with rock sugar and goji berries.