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The sun is out, and spring has well and truly sprung! We’ve finally wheeled out our creaky old plant stand, now stocked with wonderful grow-your-own pot plants and seedling strips from Kindling Market Garden in Stockport. Seasoned plant-raising expert and ex-Unicorn veg buyer Dan, now head grower at Kindling, knows a thing or two about… Read More »

Today’s veg news is all about Spanish Hass avocados, also known as the “King of Avocados”, which are in their prime right now. Once ripened to perfection, they develop a smooth, buttery texture that melts in the mouth and a mild, nutty richness, thanks to their high content of healthy fats. They’re simply irresistible smashed… Read More »

The New Year has brought a dramatic start to 2025 weather-wise, creating significant challenges for our UK growers. They’ve been battling flooded fields, frozen ground, and layers of snow and ice. As ever, we’re incredibly grateful for their determination and graft, ensuring our veg display remains as abundant as possible. Despite the tough conditions, they’ve… Read More »

December is here, and with it our thoughts tentatively turn to the festive season and the comforting, traditional foods we associate with this time of year. John from Newfields in North Yorkshire has delivered his majestic sprout stalks once again, and they’re as showstopping as ever. Buying sprouts on the stalk is a great way… Read More »

Brassicas stay centre stage this week, but this time it’s kale. We’ve got a great supply courtesy of Strawberry Fields and Lyncroft Farm at the minute, with Strawberry Fields’s winter wonderland variety the choice favourite here at Unicorn thanks to its striking display of purple, green and white leaves. Spring greens are also looking good–… Read More »