Jack in the hedge is garlic mustard!

Went on a foraging walk this afternoon. Only the leader and 3 people - but it was raining!

Under a hedge in the park was some "Jack-in-the-hedge", which I discovered is also called "Garlic mustard". (see picture below.)

I've been interested in garlic mustard for years, but having now tasted it, won't be bothering with it again.

We also found plenty of "Three-cornered leek". This I had recently read about in the newly published Edible Perennial Gardening by Anni Kelsey. It's named for the shape of its stem. Very interested to try it - and loved the taste. Definitely going to grow some. A lot of what we found was growing under trees, flowering before the trees got properly in leaf - so suitable to go under the overhang of my neighbour's ash tree.

Vegetable book that takes account of shade

Permanent Publications are bringing out "Edible Perennial Gardening" by Anni Kelsy in n November, which seems ages to wait.

She has been experimenting with perennial vegetables, including growing some annual vegetables as perennial vegetables. She has undertaken many experiments, including most importantly for me personally, and for those trying to live a green and country living in an urban environment, growing these vegetables in SHADE!

Looking forward to reading this book.