Tag: Gardening guide

Malabar spinach is not a true spinach but a heat-loving vine that thrives in warm weather, unlike its cool-weather counterpart. Understanding the different types of Malabar spinach is key to choosing the right variety for your garden, whether for culinary use or ornamental appeal.

English peas and sugar peas are two distinct types of legumes, with the most significant difference being their pods: English pea pods are inedible and must be shelled, while sugar peas have a crisp, fully edible pod. This fundamental distinction informs their preparation, flavor, and culinary applications.

Despite being primarily grown for its fragrant, ornamental flowers, many are surprised to learn that certain parts of the *Vigna caracalla*, or snail vine, are indeed edible. However, careful preparation is necessary, and confusion with other plants makes accurate identification critical before consumption.