# S1 Ep 26: Plant Once and Harvest for Years: Perennial Vegetables and Why they Matter!

An episode of [Home Grown with Martha and Jamie](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1841877084), 9 Apr 2026, 56 min.

Audio: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/68d3e67d07474c67715785ab/e/69d6b78147ecb945c24c768b/media.mp3

In this episode, Martha and Jamie explore the varied and intriguing world of perennial vegetables and why they are one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to grow food. From interesting ways to use classic crops like asparagus and rhubarb, to unusual perennials you may not of heard of - but will want to grow! they break down how to plant once and harvest for years, reduce effort in the garden, and build long-term growing systems. And If you would like to grow our seed of the week, or some of the other varieties we discussed, you can find the links below: Perennial Nodding Onion: https://shegrowsveg.com/product/perennial-nodding-onion/ Perennial Onion Red Bunching: https://shegrowsveg.com/product/perennial-onion-red-bunching/ We love hearing your questions and comments - so please do get in touch: hello@homegrownpod.com Presented by: Martha Swales and Jamie Walton Video Editor and Socials: Thomas Griffin Artwork: Rare Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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