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Harry Potter Series to Feature Giant Cornish Cabbages
14 Nov
Summary
- Cornish grower Nathan Mitchell supplies giant cabbages for HBO's Harry Potter series.
- Producers contacted Mitchell after a friend recommended his large-scale vegetable growing.
- The cabbages may appear in the second season of the show, expected in 2026.
Nathan Mitchell, a grower from St Day near Redruth, Cornwall, has been contacted by producers of HBO's Harry Potter television series. They are interested in using his giant cabbages for the show. Mitchell was initially put in touch with the producers by a friend in Wales who knew about his unique hobby.
Having cultivated giant fruits and vegetables for more than 10 years, Mitchell is a seasoned competitor in national events. Sculptors from the production team visited Cornwall to take test molds from his cabbages. Following a successful test, they confirmed their requirement for the vegetables.
Mitchell, a self-proclaimed Harry Potter fan, also mentioned that producers are considering using pumpkins, for which he has connected them with friends in the giant vegetable community. He anticipates his cabbages might be visible in the show's second season, with an estimated broadcast from December 25, 2026.
Despite challenges from the hottest summer on record in 2026, which affected many growers, Mitchell finds joy in nurturing his large crops. His largest cabbage weighed 56lb (25kg), and he also competes with pumpkins.
