Edible Garden

Characteristics of Peas

Peas are legumes. They are also green. Peas are on the soft side when eaten fresh off the plant, and squooshy when cooked.

Characteristics of Carrots

• Carrots are root vegetables.
• The green tops that grow above ground are edible, but the long, conic roots are what we think of when we discuss carrots as a food.
• They are usually orange but can come in a variety of colors, and are crunchy and sweet, with a distinctive flavor.