"Mangelwurzel, the Unlikely Star of Chelsea's Great Pavilion A vegetable once relegated to the depths of cattle feed and witch's brews has risen to fame among young gardeners, sparking a social media craze that's left experts and enthusiasts alike abuzz. The humble mangelwurzel, a root vegetable shunned by many for its unappealing appearance, is set to take center stage at this year's Chelsea flower show. Its unlikely rise to fame is a testament to the power of social media in shaping the world of horticulture, as younger generations discover new and exciting ways to grow and showcase these once-overlooked vegetables. As the Chelsea flower show approaches, gardeners and foodies alike are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to see the mangelwurzel in all its glory."
Formerly unloved vegetable casts off lowly roots to feature in Great Pavilion after online craze among young gardenersThey are an unloved root vegetable traditionally grown for cattle feed, and when pulled from the ground they look like an ingredient destined for a witch’s cauldron.But the humble mangelwurzel will be in pride of place in the Great Pavilion at this year’s Chelsea flower show (19-23 May), after becoming the subject of an online craze among young gardeners. Continue reading...
