Bladder Campion (Silene vulgaris)
Bladder Campion (Silene vulgaris)
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Bladder Campion (Silene vulgaris)

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One of the most prized edible weeds of Europe. Known in Spain as collejas: the people who harvest it there are called "Collejeros". Also called Sculpit and Maiden's Tears.

Starts in spring as a basal rosette of succulent blue/green leaves, then produces 2-3 foot shoots. The flowers are easy to identify with white petals on a bladder-like calyx.

Best to eat young in stir fries, soups or blanched quickly in boiling salted water. Tastes like green peas.

Prefers well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Cool start in flats or direct sow.