How to Grow Your Own Superfoods

You hear a lot about superfoods – those fruits and vegetables that are bursting with nutrition. Instead of buying them at the grocery store, why not grow your own superfoods in your garden? This video by Better Homes and Gardens shows you how:

Kale: Incredibly high in Vitamins A, C and K , kale is one of the easiest plants to grow as it tolerates frosty weather. It is very ornamental and looks right at home in flower beds or containers. Upright varieties like Redbor are striking specimens, but the low rosette types are beautiful too, especially in containers and as edging.

Blueberries: Another superfood with ornamental qualities. blueberries are one of the best sources of antioxidants. New varieties like Peach Sorbet and Jelly Bean grow well in average garden conditions. With great fall color, they continue to bring seasonal interest to your garden

Kiwi: A delicious fruit that is produced on a large vine, gardeners in nearly any climate can find a kiwi variety that will be hardy. Train them up a trellis and enjoy their beauty as well as their great taste.

Goji Berry: Also called wolfberry, the goji berry is more exotic and packed with vitamins, proteins and antioxidants. These woody plants are hardy, vigorous and produce loads of pretty orange berries. Eat them straight off the plant, or let them dry for a week or two on the kitchen sink and they will turn into goji raisins. Goji berries are easy to grow but not very attractive, so consider planting them in a back corner.

By growing your own superfoods, you can really enjoy the fruits of your labor!