What’s in the Bag?
Family and Duo Bag April 2021
- Green Lettuce
- Red Lettuce
- Cauliflower
- Broccoli
- Aubergine
- Radish
- Curly Kale
- Basil
- Rocket
- Parsley
- Beetroot
- Spinach
- Rainbow Spinach,
- White Cabbage
- Red Cabbage
- Spring onion
- Leeks
- Green Peppers
- Red Peppers
- Chilli
Juice Bag 2021
Celery, Curly Kale, Spinach, Carrots, Beetroot
Our harvested veggies change every week depending on the farmer’s pick.
Below you will see the vegetables that we grow:
Beetroot
FAST FACT: According to nutrition data gathered from Self, beets are very low in cholesterol and saturated fat, they are a very good source of dietary fiber, folate, potassium and manganese, and they are a good source of Vitamin C, iron and magnesium. One serving also contains a healthy does of B vitamins and copper.
SEASON: All Year
Spinach
FAST FACT: Spinach is also an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C and folate as well as being a good source of manganese, magnesium, iron and vitamin B2. Vitamin K is important for maintaining bone health and it is difficult to find vegetables richer in vitamin K than spinach.
SEASON: All Year
Spring Onion
FAST FACT: Spring onions are an excellent source of vitamin C and calcium. They are also a good source of dietary fibre and vitamins A and B6, thiamine, folate and minerals (potassium, copper, chromium, manganese, iron)
SEASON: All Year
Kale
FAST FACT: Kale is considered a superfood because it’s a great source of vitamins and minerals and it also contains several other compounds that are beneficial for your health. It has very high levels of Vitamins A, C and K-one cup of chopped kale provides well more than your recommended daily allowance of these vitamins.
SEASON: All Year
Carrots
FAST FACT: The fiber in carrots can help keep blood sugar levels under control. And they’re loaded with vitamin A and beta-carotene, which there’s evidence to suggest can lower your diabetes risk. They can strengthen your bones. Carrots have calcium and vitamin K, both of which are important for bone health.
SEASON: All Year
Red Cabbage
FAST FACT: Red cabbage has a good mix of vitamins and minerals, especially folate, which is essential during pregnancy and also helps the body to produce red blood cells. It also contains vitamin C, which helps protect our cells by acting as an antioxidant, and potassium, which we need for a healthy heart
SEASON: October – May
Broccoli
FAST FACT: Broccoli is a good source of fibre and protein, and contains iron, potassium, calcium, selenium and magnesium as well as the vitamins A, C, E, K and a good array of B vitamins including folic acid. Broccoli has a reputation as a superfood. It is low in calories but contains a wealth of nutrients and antioxidants that support many aspects of human health.
SEASON: October to May
White Cabbage
FAST FACT: There are many variety of cabbage, each provides unique and strong health benefits. Green is the most popular.Cabbage is also one of the healthiest vegetables, containing high levels of vitamins and chemicals that inhibit tumor growth and protect cells against free radicals.
SEASON: October to May
Aubergine
FAST FACT: Aubergines are an excellent source of dietary fibre. They are also a good source of vitamins B1 and B6 and potassium. In addition it is high in the minerals copper, magnesium and manganese.Eggplant is low in calories and sodium.
SEASON: January to July
Cauliflower
FAST FACT: Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is naturally high in fiber and B-vitamins. It provides antioxidants and phytonutrients that can protect against cancer. It also contains fiber to enhance weight loss and digestion, choline that is essential for learning and memory, and many other important nutrients.
SEASON: October to May
Celery
FAST FACT: Celery is rich in vitamins and minerals with a low glycemic index. You’ll enjoy vitamins A, K, and C, plus minerals like potassium and folate when you eat celery. It’s also low in sodium. Plus, it’s low on the glycemic index, meaning it has a slow, steady effect on your blood sugar.
SEASON: All Year
Marrow
FAST FACT: Their low saturated fat and cholesterol content makes baby marrows an excellent vegetable for low-fat diets, but their sodium content is relatively high. They are a good source of B vitamins as well as dietary fibre, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K and minerals.
SEASON: November to March
Rocket
FAST FACT: These leafy greens are rich in chlorophyll, amino acids and vitamins C, E, B and K. They also contain beta-carotenes, as well as lutein and zeaxanthin (for eye health). But rocket also provides glucosinolates, which help to protect against cancer.Rocket is seen as healthy as it has high levels of vitamins C, K and A. Its distinctive peppery taste means the leaf is very popular
SEASON: September to May