Claytonia sibirica. Also known as pink purslane. It has pretty pink flowers and succulent leaves which have a slight beetroot flavour, and are a pleasant addition to salads. Forms a low carpet or ground-cover (height to 30 cm). Will self seed if conditions are favourable. Evergreen perennial. Priced for: a 9 cm pot
Use: Stems and leaves can be used at any time of the year, in salads or lightly cooked. The tiny tubers (fairy potatoes) are eaten cooked