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Winter greens is a generic term used to describe a range of green leaved vegetables, closely related to the cabbage, that are seasonably available in winter.

Common vegetables described as winter greens are chard, collards, rapini, and kale.[1]

History

William Morgan classed Brussels sprouts, savoy cabbages and several varieties of kale as winter greens. Morgan grew these vegetables and compared their hardiness, identifying which species were most suitable for growing through cold winters. He presented his findings to the Horticultural Society of London in 1818.[2]

References

Notes

  1. ^ "A Guide to Loving Winter Greens". Wall Street Journal. 15 January 2011. Retrieved 17 August 2012.
  2. ^ Morgan & Various 1818, p. 307-317

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