Orach has been grown as a crop for centuries, but for too long in modern times was simply viewed as an unwanted weed. However, things have changed and orach is experiencing a renaissance as more and more growers appreciate its versatility, beauty, and flavor.
It is still a long way from being a staple in many people’s vegetable garden ideas, but it has the potential to become even more popular as people discover it is an easy-to-grow, warm-weather alternative to the better-known spinach and Swiss chard.
