 | Beetroot - Boltardy Ref: 0203
Undoubtedly the finest beet to sow early because of its resistance to 'bolting' (going to seed). The flavour is delicious, and the beets are remarkably evenly shaped with good colouring and texture. Beetroot grows well on most well cultivated soil.
Sow:
Mid-March-July, 1in (2.5cm) deep in rows 1ft (30cm) apart. Keep soil moist. Thin out to 4in (10cm) apart when large enough to handle. Sw thinly and repeat at intervals for succession.
Harvest:
June onwards. Don't cut the leaves, but twist them off as this will prevent bleeding. For Winter use, lift in the Autumn and store away from frost in sand or soil.
Cooking Tip:
Boil in salted water until soft (1-2 hours depending on size), and leave to cool. The skin will now rub off with little effort. Ideal for deep freezing.
Average contents: 275 seeds.
RRP: £1.55
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Price: £1.47
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 | Beetroot - Detroit 2 (Crimson Globe) Ref: 0202
A very easily grown vegetable, and extremely versatile. Eat it fresh or pickled in salads, or use hot served with a white sauce. This deep crimson variety is extremely popular for its fine flavour. Beetroot grows well on most well cultivated soils.
Sow:
April-July 1in (2.5cm) deep in rows 1 ft (30cm) apart. Keep soil moist. Thin out to 4in (10cm) apart when large enough to handle. Sow thinly and repeat at intervals for succession.
Harvest:
July onwards. Don't cut leaves but twist them off as this will prevent bleeding.
Cooking Tip:
Boil in salted water until soft (1-2 hours, depending on size), and leave to cool. The skin will now rub off with little effort. For storage up to 3 months, slice the beetroots finely and place in clean jars. Cover with cold pickling makt vinegar, seal tightly and store for two weeks before use.
Average contents: 275 seeds.
RRP: £1.39
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Price: £1.32
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 | Beetroot - Kestrel F1 Ref: 0841
Uniform, smooth, dark red, globe shaped roots. A high yielding variety with good disease and bolting tolerance. Suitable for baby as well as full sized beets, with a very sweet flavour. Will grow well on any good cultivated soil.
Sow:
Mid March-July 1in (2.5cm) deep in rows 1ft (30cm) apart. Keep soil moist. Thin out to 3in (7.5cm) apart when large enough to handle. Thin to only 1in (2.5cm) apart for baby beets and harvest by taking alternate plants. Sow thinly and repeat at intervals for succession.
Harvest:
June onwards for full size beet, May onwards for minis. Don't cut leaves, but twist them off as this prevents bleeding. For Winter use, lift in the Autumn and store away from frost in sand or soil.
Average contents: 150 seeds.
RRP: £1.95
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Price: £1.85
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 | Beetroot - Perfect 3 Ref: 1631
An ideal maincrop variety with deep red flesh. Globe shaped with a very good flavour it is suitable for baby and standard size beets. Beetroot grows on most well cultivated soil.
Sow:
April-July 1in (2.5cm) deep in rows 1ft (30cm) apart. Keep soil moist. Thin out to 2in (5cm) between plants when large enough to handle. Sow thinly and repeat at intervals for succession.
Harvest:
July onwards. Take alternate plants once beets are golf ball size, allowing the remaining to grow a little larger before cropping.
Tip:
Don't cut leaves, but twist them off as this will prevent bleeding.
Average contents: 275 seeds.
RRP: £1.39
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Price: £1.32
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 | Broccoli - 'Autumn Green' Calabrese Ref: 213
S: March - June H: September - November
Healthy late summer-autumn vegetable. Delicious steamed, stir-fried or raw.
Average contents: 250 seeds
RRP: £1.35
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Price: £1.28
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 | Broccoli - Early Purple Sprouting Ref: 0205
An extremely hardy vegetable providing a succession of tender shoots from early to late Spring. A delicay, but so easy to grow. Broccoli thrives on any well nourished soil.
Sow:
March-May, thinly, half-inch (1.5cm) deep in a seed bed. Keep soil moist. Transplant seedlings to their growing position in July-August, spacing 18-24ins (45-60cm) apart. Plant firmly and water well until established.
Harvest:
February-May. Pick the young shoots regularly to be sure of getting the best flavour and to encourage further cropping.
Serving Tip:
Boil or steam and serve with melted butter. Ideal for deep freezing.
Average contents: 500 seeds.
RRP: £1.55
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 | Broad Bean - Aquadulce Ref: 0309
The best variety for autumn/winter sowing. Extremely hardy, it produces a very early crop of fine long pods each containing 8-9 beans.
Grow in a warm, sheltered position. Broad beans thrive on a rich, well-dug soil, although most soils will give a satisfactory crop. If possible, feed the soil before sowing with a general fertiliser. The best variety for autumn/winter sowing.
Sow:
Sow late October-November or through to January if soil conditions permit, 2in (5cm) deep. It is usual to grow them in double rows 12in (30cm) apart allowing 9in (25cm) between seeds. If more than one double row is to be sown, allow 2ft (60cm) between them. Cloches can provide extra protection from severe weather. Hoe regularly to keep down weeds and water well during dry spells. Pinch out the tops of plants when bottom pods are 3-4in (7-10cm) long - this will encourage an earlier crop of well filled pods and will help to deter blackfly.
Harvest:
From June onwards.
Average contents: 50 seeds.
RRP: £2.11
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 | Broad Bean - Bunyards Exhibition Ref: 0304
A reliable long pod variety, heavy cropping, it produces fine beans that are full of flavour.
Broad beans like a rich, well dug soil but most soils will give a satisfactory crop. If possible feed the soil before sowing with a general fertiliser such as 'Growmore' at the rate of 2 oz. per square yard (70gm. per square metre).
Sow:
Feb - Apr for summer crops or for an early crop Oct - Jan in a sheltered position or under cloches. Prepare double rows 1ft (30cm) apart, 2in (5cm) deep, sowing seeds 9in (25cm) apart. If more than one double row is to be planted allow 2ft (60cm) between them. Pinch out the top of plants when pods are 3 - 4in (7-10cm) long. This will encourage an earlier crop of well filled pods, and help to deter blackfly.
Harvest:
June - August. Pick regularly to ensure a continuous supply.
Ideal for deep freezing.
Average contents: 50 seeds.
RRP: £1.95
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 | Broad Bean - The Sutton Ref: 0312
The Sutton is an excellent dwarf growing variety which forms sturdy, bushy plants. It will produce an abundant crop of delicious 6in. pods. Do try it!
Broad beans like a rich, well dug soil but most soils will give a satisfactory crop. If possible feed the soil before sowing with a general fertiliser such as 'Growmore' at the rate of 2 oz. per square yard (70gm. per square metre).
Sow: Nov - Apr. Early sowings are best made in a sheltered position and given protection with cloches. Prepare double rows 1ft. (30cm) apart, 2in.(5cm) deep, sowing seeds 1ft. apart. If more than one double row is to be planted, allow 2ft. (60cm) between them. Hoe regularly to keep down weeds and water well during dry spells. As the first beans start to form, pinch out the top 3in. of the plant; this will help to prevent blackfly and encourage an earlier crop. Height: 1ft. (30cm).
Harvest: June onwards. Pick regularly to ensure a continuous supply.
Cooking Suggestion:
Pick baby pods before beans are properly formed, slice and cook just like runner beans.
Ideal for deep freezing.
Average contents: 50 seeds.
RRP: £2.11
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 | Brussels Sprout - 'Evesham Special' Ref: 605
S: Under glass from February, outdoors March-April H: September - December
Heavy, early crops over several months. Medium sized plants, ideal for exposed sites. Good
source of vitamin C and folate.
Average contents: 500 seeds
RRP: £1.70
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Price: £1.62
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 | Brussels Sprouts 'Nelson' F1 Ref: 0113
Extremely reliable early variety with very good, sweet flavour. Produces a strong plant with well-spaced, uniform, bright green buttons and good resistance to lodging.
When to plant outdoors: March - April
How to grow outdoors: Sow thinly 0.5in (1.5cm) deep in a seed bed. Keep soil moist. Transplant May-June, spacing 2ft (60cm) apart. Plant firmly to produce best quality buttons and water well until established. To harvest, start at the bottom, and pick a few prouts from each of the plants. When all the sprouts have been picked, the leafy tops of the plants can be cut off and cooked like cabbage.
Harvest: August - November
Average contents: 40 seeds
RRP: £2.99
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Price: £2.84
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 | Cabbage 'Flower of Spring' (Offenham 2) Ref: 211
S: March - May & July - August H: September - November & February - March
For spring or autumn cropping of, hearted or 'greens'. An old favourite producing solid, pointed, tasty green heads.
Average contents: 500 seeds
RRP: £1.35
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Price: £1.28
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 | Cabbage - Golden Acre/Primo (II) Ref: 0209
One of the earliest ball-headed summer cabbages. Ideal for the smaller garden, as the firm compact heads may be grown more closely together than many other varieties. Excellent in salads. Cabbages like a deeply dug, well cultivated soil.
Sow:
March-May, half-inch (1.5cm) deep in a seed bed or trays of seed compost. Keep moist. Transplant in June-July to final position, spacing 15in (40cm) apart each way. Plant firmly and water well until established.
Harvest:
July-September.
Average contents: 500 seeds.
RRP: £1.39
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 | Cabbage - 'Greyhound' Ref: 0212
Appropriately named, Greyhound is one of the earliest summer cabbages. It produces first rate pointed heads with few wasteful outer leaves. Splendid flavour. Cabbages prefer deeply dug and well-cultivated soil.
When to plant outdoors: March - May or August
How to grow outdoors: Sow thinly in succession, half-inch (1.5cm) deep in a seed bed. Keep moist and transplant to their permanent position when they have developed 2-4 leaves, spacing 18in (45cm) apart. Firm in and keep well watered. August sown crops will bear in spring or early summer.
Harvest: Late June onwards
Average contents: 500 seeds
RRP: £1.20
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Price: £1.14
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 | Cabbage - 'Hispi' F1 Ref: 0263
This fine, Greyhound-type cabbage is thoroughly dependable. It has large, solid, uniform heads of excellent flavour. Ideal for all gardens. We strongly recommend Hispi. Cabbages do best on a well-cultivated soil.
When to plant outdoors: March - July
How to grow outdoors: Thinly in succession, 0.5in (1.5cm) deep in a seed bed. Keep moist and transplant to their permanent position when they have developed 2-4 leaves, spacing 18in (45cm) apart. Firm in and keep well watered.
When to plant indoors: February or September - October
How to grow indoors: Sow in February in gentle heat or September-October. Overwinter in a cold frame and plant out in spring.
Harvest: May onwards
Average contents: 50 seeds
RRP: £2.99
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Price: £2.84
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 | Cabbage - Savoy King F1 Ref: 0264
A large, vigorous, uniform cabbage which reliably produces high yields over a very long period. One of the most versatile savoy's to grow. Heads have a good flavour and dark green colours, the leaves 'crinkle' more in cool conditions. Cabbages like a well cultivated soil.
Sow:
Mid July to early September half-inch (1.5cm) deep in a seedbed. Keep moist. Transplant to final position when 2-4 leaves have developed, allow 24in (60cm) between plants.
Harvest:
Mid October onwards.
Or:
Sow mid February to late May to harvest a summer crop from late May onwards.
Average contents:
50 seeds.
RRP: £2.29
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Price: £2.18
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 | Carrot - Autumn King 2 Ref: 0218
A splendid maincrop carrot, producing long, pointed roots. Its fine colouring and excellent flavour make this one of the most appetising of carrots. Ideal for keeping. Grows well in any open position on light, rich soil which has not been recently manured.
Dow:
Thinly from March-August half-inch (1.5cm) deep in rows 1ft (30cm) apart. Repeat every two weeks for continuous crops. Thin out to 4in (10cm) apart and water well to replace any soil dislodged from roots.
Harvest:
June-October. Provided that they are not damaged, main-crop carrots can be stored over winter. Simply remove foliage at the crown, brush all soil from the roots and place in boxes of dry sand. Ideal for deep freezing.
Average contents: 2000 seeds.
RRP: £1.39
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Price: £1.32
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 | Carrot - Chantenay Red Cored 2 Ref: 0216
A first-class, early maturing maincrop variety which produces stump rooted, richly coloured carrots. It has a fine texture with small cores and is ideal for keeping. Grows well in any open position on light, rich soil which has not been recently manured.
Sow:
Thinly from March-June, half-inch (1.5cm) deep, allowing about 1ft (30cm) between rows. Keep soil moist. Repeat fortnightly for succession. Thin out to 4in (10cm) apart and water well to replace any soil dislodged from roots.
Harvest:
June-November. Provided that they are not damaged, main-crop carrots can be stored over winter. Simply remove foliage at the crown, brush all soil from the roots and place in boxes of dry sand. Ideal for deep freezing.
Average contents: 2000 seeds.
RRP: £1.20
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 | Carrot - Early Nantes 5 Ref: 0215
An excellent variety for early and successional crops producing uniform blunt-ended roots. The flavour is outstanding. Grows well in any open position on a light, rich soil which has not been recently manured.
Sow:
Thinly from March-April, half-inch (1.5cm) deep allowing about 1ft (30cm) between rows. Keep soil moist. For an earlier crop sow in frames or under cloches in February. Repeat fortnightly for continuous crops. Thin out to about 4in (10cm) apart and water well to replace soil displaced from the roots.
Harvest:
May-July.
Ideal for freezing.
Average contents: 2000 seeds.
RRP: £1.39
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 | Carrot - James Scarlet Intermediate Ref: 0621
A very reliable all-rounder with broad, medium length tapered root. It has a strong orange colour and a good flavour. Carrots prefer an open position on light rich soil that has not been recently manured.
Sow:
Thinly from March to June, half-inch (1.5cm) deep, allowing about 1 ft (30cm) between rows. Keep soil moist. Repeat fortnightly for succession. Thin out to 4in (10cm) apart and water well to replace any soil dislodged from roots.
Harvest:
June-November. Provided that they are not damaged, main-crop carrots can be stored over winter. Simply remove foliage at the crown, brush all soil from the roots and place in boxes of dry sand.
Average contents: 2000 seeds.
RRP: £1.39
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 | Cauliflower - 'All the Year Round' Ref: 0219
An extremely useful variety which produces large pure white heads with a first class flavour. All the Year Round has a particular merit that it remains in tip-top condition over long periods. For the very best results choose a rich well dug soil.
When to plant outdoors: March - June
How to grow outdoors: Sow 0.5in (1.5cm) deep in a seed bed. Keep soil moist. When large enough to handle, transplant to growing position, allowing 18-24in (45-60cm) between plants.
When to plant indoors: September - October or January - March
How to grow indoors: In a frame or greenhouse during September-October or January-March. Harden off and plant out to growing position in early April. Keep plants well watered.
Harvest: June - October
Average contents: 200 seeds
RRP: £1.20
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 | Climbing Bean - 'Blue Lake' Ref: 321
S: April - July H: July - October
A white seeded variety justly popular for the flavour of its heavy crops of round stringless pods. Dried beans can be used as haricots.
Average contents: 100 seeds
RRP: £2.22
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Price: £2.11
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 | Courgette - 'All Green Bush' Ref: 0632
An ideal all round variety which can be harvested as courgettes or left to mature as marrows which are freely produced on compact, bushy plants. Courgettes like a sunny, sheltered position and rich soil. Hardy annual.
When to plant outdoors: During May
How to grow outdoors: Sow 0.5in (1.5cm) deep allowing 3 ft (90cm) between sowing positions. Place two seeds on edge per position. Thin out to healthiest plant following germination. Harvest: Cut when about 6in (15cm) long and harvest regularly for courgettes, or leave to mature to marrows.
When to plant indoors: March - April
How to grow indoors: Sow indoors for an earlier crop. Sow two seeds per pot of seed compost. Thin out to one plant per pot. Harden off and plant out towards the end of May. Keep well watered.
Flowers: July - October
Average contents: 20 seeds
RRP: £1.39
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| | Courgette - 'Zucchini' Ref: 0226
A welcome and delicious addition to our national choice of vegetables, the Courgette has long been an important ingredient of European cooking. Zucchini is an early maturing, bushy type which produces heavy crops of attractive, finely flavoured dark green Courgettes.
When to plant outdoors: May
How to grow outdoors: Half inch (1.5cm) deep allowing 3ft (90cm) between sowing positions. Place two seeds on edge per position. Thin out to healthiest plant following germination.
When to plant indoors: March - April
How to grow indoors: Two seeds per pot of seed compost. Thin out to one plant per pot. Harden off and plant out towards the end of May. Keep well watered.
Harvest: July - October
Average contents: 20 seeds
RRP: £1.75
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Price: £1.66
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 | Cress - 'Fine Curled' Ref: 0227
Quick and easy to grow as an attractive garnish and a tasty addition to salads and sandwiches.
When to plant outdoors: Summer
How to grow outdoors: Sprinkle on soil during the summer.
When to plant indoors: Any time
How to grow indoors: Sprinkle seed generously on moist cotton wool, paper tissues etc. or on a thin layer of seed compost. Cover with paper until the seed has germinated. Keep moist.
Harvest: When 2" high
Average contents: 4000 seeds
RRP: £1.55
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 | Cucumber - 'Marketmore' Ref: 0076
An excellent outdoor slicing cucumber with good resistance to powdery and downy mildew. It produces dark green straight fruit with a good flavour. It will grow best in a rich soil, in a warm, sunny location. It is also suitable for culture in large pots and growbags.
When to plant outdoors: May - June
How to grow outdoors: Sow in a prepared seed bed. Sow 2 seeds per position, spacing 36in (90cm) apart. Cover lightly with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Thin to 1 seedling per position. Keep moist and weed free at all times. Cut fruit regularly to promote growth.
When to plant indoors: April
How to grow indoors: Sow in pots of seed compost, place seed on edge just below the surface of the compost. Keep moist and maintain a minimum temperature of 68F (20C) until germination is complete, then maintain gentle warmth. Gradually harden off and plant out in June. Pinch out the growing tip when 6 leaves have formed to encourage side shoots. Do not remove male flowers. Water and feed well as fruits develop.
Harvest: August - October
Average contents: 25 seeds
RRP: £1.39
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 | Cucumber - ' Socrates' F1 Ref: 2101
S: From February indoors H: July - October
An improved 'Petita' type, the vigorous, strong plants produce numerous mini, bitter-free cues. An 'all female' variety best grown in a greenhouse or tunnel.
Average contents: 5 seeds
RRP: £3.45
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Price: £3.28
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 | Dwarf Bean - 'Tendergreen' Ref: 305
S: April - July H: June - October
Popular, established variety providing good, reliable crops. Tasty, succulent, almost stringless pods on compact, bushy plants. Excellent source of folate, iron and magnesium.
Average contents: 125 seeds
RRP: £1.89
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Price: £1.80
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