Strawberry Spinach???

[Nicos]

I saw this mentioned on the TV a couple of days ago and fancy growing it next year.
Has anyone else tried it?


Strawbini Seed (Blitum capitatum, Chenepodium capitatum)

I've read that you shouldn't eat too much of it as....
"The greens are edible raw , but if raw should be eaten in moderation as they contain oxalates. The seeds may be toxic in large amounts."

Sounds interesting

[Peppermint]

I grew some this year. Not particularly impressed to be honest. It grew well,but the taste of the fruit is quite bland. Tastes nutty rather than fruity.

[veggiechicken]

I've had a packet of seeds lurking at the back of my seed box for more years than I care to remember! They look interesting and I like the dual use concept but somehow.....,
Remember this Nicos? http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...nach_4297.html
Cheap seed here http://www.justseed.com/seeds/herbs/...100-seeds.html

[snohare]

I was going to grow this, but when I found out about the oxalates I changed my mind. Anyone who is prone to kidney stones or renal problems of any sort - and I fall into that category, my kidneys are always taking the p*** out of me in more than one way - should avoid oxalates, they may cause kidney stones. (Though not all kidney stones are composed of oxalates.)
The whole reason plants contain oxalates is to limit the amount that herbivorous pests may eat (e.g. slugs). I suppose we count...