Spinach is a well-known and loved nutritious green. Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, this family also includes beet and chard. Spinach is believed to have originated in ancient Persia, after which it spread to China and other parts of Asia through trade. Spinach can be used raw or cooked, in […]
Radishes
Radishes are among the first spring vegetables, and can produce a harvest in 3 to 4 weeks from seeding. Radish (Raphanus sativus) is a cool season vegetable that has long been cultivated in many parts of the world. Domestic radish is believed to have originated from wild relatives in both Europe and Asia, and may […]
Spring 2021 Farm Update
Spring! A wonderfully abundant time of year on the farm. The greenhouses are full of growing vegetables, and we are working hard and feeling grateful. The robins are back, the geese are hanging out on the pond, and the ruffed grouse are getting frisky. This year we are expanding to two additional markets: Onoway Farmer’s […]
Hello from the Sunrise Gardens team, it’s almost December!
Hello from the Sunrise Gardens Team! We have some information to share with you, and Old Strathcona Farmers Market now offers a curbside pick-up option for one-stop shopping from your favourite vendors, including us! As we continue with our daily tasks of soil worship, seeding, watering, lighting, cutting and packaging we are deeply grateful to […]
All about Pea Shoots & Mizuna
This winter we invite everyone to consider using our locally grown organic pea shoots and/or mizuna as your go-to choice for leafy greens. We chose these varieties for nutrient density, sustainability and regenerative agriculture principles. From November to March everything at Sunrise Gardens is grown under lights in our indoor facility, known as ‘the shop’. […]
All About Pea Shoots & Mizuna
This winter we invite everyone to consider using our locally grown organic pea shoots and/or mizuna as your go-to choice for leafy greens. We chose these varieties for nutrient density, sustainability and regenerative agriculture principles. From November to March everything at Sunrise Gardens is grown under lights in our indoor facility, known as ‘the shop’. […]