Beautiful purple-tinged leaves. Incredibly frost hardy — improves with cold. Harvest November–March.
Flavour
January King has a robust, slightly sweet flavour with earthy undertones that deepen after exposure to frost.
In the kitchen
Ideal for slow roasting or grilling over fire, its leaves caramelise beautifully, adding a smoky depth to winter BBQs and fire-cooked dishes.
Growing
Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture; exceptionally frost hardy, it benefits from cold exposure which enhances flavour and texture.