Locate an experienced forager as alexanders can be confused with the highly poisonous Hemlock Water dropwort.

Roughly October to June

Flavour a bit like celery with a hint of parsley and a slight peppery undertone.

Leaves & young shoots edible, raw or cooked, also young florets.  Young seedlings can be used as a parsley substitute, seeds as a pepper substitute.

This is Douglas McMasters favourite plant that is best in winter. It grills and caramelises like no other. Rub the stems in butter or oil and grill on a high heat. You can even deep fry the unopened flower buds.