Vegetable Seeds - A - E

Patriot F1 Courgette Seeds are a very early to crop and prolific plant, fruiting over a long season. They are a British bred variety and are thus adaptable to our either warm or cool summers! Courgettes are an excellent source of vitamin C.

Sow Indoors

For the surest results, sow indoors, 1.5cm (½") deep, on edge, in small plant pots of compost. water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20C (60-68F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days. Gradually accustom courgette plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 60cm (2') apart, when frosts are over.

Sow Outdoors

Sow outdoors, for ease, where the courgette plants are to crop, 1.5cm (½") deep into finely prepared soil, which has previously been watered. Allow 60cm (2') between sowing postions. Sow two seeds on edge per position. Early sowings benefit from cloche protection. Thin to leave the stronger plant. Water well until the plants are established. Cut the cougettes when they are about 15cm (6") long or leave to mature as marrows.

Timings

Sow Indoors: March to May.

Sow Outdoors: April to May.

Plant Out: June.

Harvest: July to October.

Average Contents: 10 seeds.
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Firenze F1 Courgette Seeds produce plants with an open habit, with few spines, therefore making them very easy to harvest. They produce high yields of slender, dark, tasty fruits. Firenze have a good resistance to podery mildew and are an excellent source of vitamin C.

Sow Indoors

For the surest results, sow indoors, 1.5cm (½") deep, on edge, in small plant pots of compost. water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20C (60-68F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days. Gradually accustom courgette plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 60cm (2') apart, when frosts are over.

Sow Outdoors

Sow outdoors, for ease, where the courgette plants are to crop, 1.5cm (½") deep into finely prepared soil, which has previously been watered. Allow 60cm (2') between sowing postions. Sow two seeds on edge per position. Early sowings benefit from cloche protection. Thin to leave the stronger plant. Water well until the plants are established. Cut the cougettes when they are about 15cm (6") long or leave to mature as marrows.

Timings

Sow Indoors: March to May.

Sow Outdoors: April to May.

Plant Out: June.

Harvest: July to October.

Average Contents: 10 seeds.
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Courgette Romanesco Seeds produce plants which are considered to be one of the best flavours of any courgette. They produce fruits with an attractive, unusual, ridge running along the fruits and are an Italian favourite, with a distinct robust flavour. They are an excellent source of vitamin C.

Sow Indoors

For the surest results, sow indoors, 1.5cm (½") deep, on edge, in small plant pots of compost. water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20C (60-68F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days. Gradually accustom courgette plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 60cm (2') apart, when frosts are over.

Sow Outdoors

Sow outdoors, for ease, where the courgette plants are to crop, 1.5cm (½") deep into finely prepared soil, which has previously been watered. Allow 60cm (2') between sowing postions. Sow two seeds on edge per position. Early sowings benefit from cloche protection. Thin to leave the stronger plant. Water well until the plants are established. Cut the cougettes when they are about 15cm (6") long or leave to mature as marrows.

Timings

Sow Indoors: March to May.

Sow Outdoors: April to May.

Plant Out: June.

Harvest: July to October.

Average Contents: 25 seeds.
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Chard Bright Lights Seeds produce a very decoractive vegetable, with up to 7 different coloured stems, and is extremely easy to grow and very versatile in the kitchen. The stems of chard can be steamed, and the leaves treated like spinach, furthermore the baby leaves can be added to salads, adding a superb colour. Chard is an excellent source of vitamin C.

Sow Outdoors

Sow Chard Seeds thinly where they are to crop, 2.5cm (1") deep into finely prepared soil, which has already been watered. Allow 40cm (16") between rows. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Thin seedlings to 15cm (6") apart. Water well until the plants are established. Regularly pick a few leaves and stems at a time, without stripping the plants, allowing the plants to continue growing. Give cloche protection from October onwards to encourage cropping into winter.

Timings

Sow Outdoors: April to July.

Harvest: July to November.

Average Contents: 150 Seeds.
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Baby Chantenay Cascade F1 Carrot Seeds produce a reliable, high quality, deliciously sweet 'Chantenay' type carrot, ideal for baby carrots. They are a tasty root that resists running to seed and store very well. They are also an excellent source of vitamin A and antioxidants.

Sow Outdoors

Sow thinly where thay are to crop, 1.5cm (½")deep directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm (1') between rows. Early sowings may benefit from cloche protection. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Thin by harvesting young carrots evenly from the row, allowing the remainder to grow on. Water well until the plants are established. Regular sowings amde every three weeks will ensure a continuous supply of young carrots. Baby carrots are best lifted when 5cm (2") long, mature roots can be lifted in autumn. Remove soil and store in dry sand.

Timings

Sow Outdoors: February to July.

Harvest: June to November.

Average Contents: 350 Seeds.
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Cabbage Savoy King F1 Seeds are reliable performers producing early season cabbages with dense tasty heads. The leaves of this Savoy cabbage become more crinkled as the weather beomes cooler. Cabbages are an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidents.

Sow Outdoors

Sow outdoors thinly in a seed bed, 1.5cm (½" ) deep directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Water well until the cabbage plants are established. Transplant 60cm (2') apart when plants are about 10cm (4") tall. Allow 60cm (2') between rows. Plant firmly and water well.

Sow Indoors

Sow 0.5cm (¼" ) deep in a seed tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or unheated greenhouse. Keep moist. Transplant 5cm (2") apart to other trays when large enough to handle. Gradually accustom young plants to outdoor conditions before planting out.

Timings

Sow Indoors: February to May.

Sow Outdoors: March to May.

Plant Out: May to July.

Harvest: August to November.

Average Contents: 50 seeds.
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Broad Bean Monica is probably the earliest variety of broad bean seeds to produce a crop from a spring sowing. Monica produces virorous, high yielding plants, with 5-6 very large, succulent beans in 'hang down' pods. They are an excellent source of vitamin B1, folate and fibre.

Sow Outdoors

Sow outdoors where they are to crop, 5cm (2") deep directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. To make the best use of space sow beans 23cm (9") apart in a wide row, in a zig zag pattern leaving a space of 60cm (2') between each row. Seedlings usually appear in 10-18 days. Early sowings benefit from cloche protection. Water well until plants are established. Successional sowings will ensure a continuous supply and longer harvest of broad beans.

Sow Indoors

Sow 2.5cm (1") deep into individual plant pots or multi-cell trays filled with compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20C (60-68F) is ideal. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out out 23cm (9") apart.

Timings

Sow Indoors: February to April.

Sow Outdoors: February to May.

Plant Out: April to May.

Harvest: June to August.

Average Contents: 45 seeds.
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Broad Bean Masterpiece Green Longpod seeds are very easy to grow and produce green beans with an exceptional flavour and are one of the best for freezing. They are reliable and popular with excellent yields of 6 or 7 beans per pod. Broad Beans are a great source of vitamin B1, folate and fibre.

Sow Outdoors

Sow outdoors where they are to crop, 5cm (2") deep directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. To make the best use of space sow beans 23cm (9") apart in a wide row, in a zig zag pattern leaving a space of 60cm (2') between each row. Seedlings usually appear in 10-18 days. Early sowings benefit from cloche protection. Water well until plants are established. Successional sowings will ensure a continuous supply and longer harvest of broad beans.

Sow Indoors

Sow 2.5cm (1") deep into individual plant pots or multi-cell trays filled with compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20C (60-68F) is ideal. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out out 23cm (9") apart.

Timings

Sow Indoors: February to April.

Sow Outdoors: February to May.

Plant Out: April to May.

Harvest: June to August.

Average Contents: 45 seeds.
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Aubergine seed, Black Beauty, produces large purple fruits, with good flavour and texture, and are a favourite in Mediterranean cooking. Aubergines are best grown in a greenhouse or polytunnel, due to the higher temperatures that they require. They provide a good source of dietary fibre.

To Sow and Grow

Sow indoors, a warm kitchen windowsill is all that you need for starting these seeds. Sow 0.5cm (¼") deep, thinly in a tray or pots of compost. A temperature of 20-25ºC (68-77ºF) is ideal. Keep moist.

Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Transplant to individual pots when large enough to handle. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Plant out in large pots, growing bags or the greenhouse border. Provide support with canes if necessary.

Aubergine plants may be grown outside in a warm, sunny sheltered location. However, outdoor crops will be later and smaller.

Timings

Sow Indoors: January to April.

Plant Out: April to May.

Harvest: August to October.

Average Contents: 150 seeds.
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Moneta is a bolt resistant, monogerm variety of beetroot seeds. Monogerm types are easy to grow and require less thinning. This variety of beetroot is perfect for 'baby' beets with great colour and flavour. Beetroot is an excellent source of folate and a good source of potassium.

To Sow and Grow

Sow outdoors thinly where they are to crop, 2.5cm (1") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm (1') between rows.

Seedlings usually appear within 7-21 days. Thin seedlings to 10cm (4") apart or 5cm (2") apart for baby beet. Water well until the plants are established. Regular sowings made every three weeks should ensure a continuous supply of young beets.

Harvested roots can be stored in dry sand for winter use.

Timings

Sow Outdoors: March to July.

Harvest: June to October.

Average Contents: 150 seeds.
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Beetroot Rhonda F1 seeds provide plants that produce a very high sugar content and gives a wonderfully sweet flavour. Rhonda F1 provides uniform beets with tender quality flesh and are an excellent source of folate and a good source of potassium.

To Sow and Grow

Sow outdoors thinly where they are to crop, 2.5cm (1") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm (1') between rows.

Seedlings usually appear within 7-21 days. Thin seedlings to 10cm (4") apart or 5cm (2") apart for baby beet. Water well until the plants are established. Regular sowings made every three weeks should ensure a continuous supply of young beets.

Harvested roots can be stored in dry sand for winter use.

Timings

Sow Outdoors: April to July.

Harvest: June to October.

Average Contents: 150 seeds.
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Beetroot seed Red Hawk F1 are great for high quality, swwet tasting 'baby' beets. They are very tolerant to mildew and drought and therefore resists running to seed. This variety of beetroot is an excellent source of folate and of potassium.

To Sow and Grow

Sow outdoors thinly where they are to crop, 2.5cm (1") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm (1') between rows.

Seedlings usually appear within 7-21 days. Thin seedlings to 10cm (4") apart or 5cm (2") apart for baby beet. Water well until the plants are established. Regular sowings made every three weeks should ensure a continuous supply of young beets.

Harvested roots can be stored in dry sand for winter use.

Timings

Sow Outdoors: March to July.

Harvest: June to October.

Average Contents: 150 seeds.
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Moulin Rouge is a monogerm variety of beetroot and therefore requires minimal thinning and are very easy to grow. Moulin Rouge is an ideal variety for harvesting as tender 'baby beets' and provides an excellent source of folate and is also a good source of potassium.

To Sow and Grow

Sow outdoors thinly where they are to crop, 2.5cm (1") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Allow 30cm (1') between rows.

Seedlings usually appear within 7-21 days. Thin seedlings to 10cm (4") apart or 5cm (2") apart for baby beet. Water well until the plants are established. Regular sowings made every three weeks should ensure a continuous supply of young beets.

Harvested roots can be stored in dry sand for winter use.

Timings

Sow Outdoors: April to July.

Harvest: June to October.

Average Contents: 150 seeds.
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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.

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S: March - July (O) H: June - October.

Monogerm. Easier for the gardener and the cook! A high quality cylindrical beet with good flavour and texture and few internal rings. So easy for slicing. Plus, being a monogerm it means less need for thinning as only 1 or 2 seedlings are produced per cluster.

Average 250 seeds.

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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.

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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.

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S: February - June (I) (O) H: June - November.

Uniform well-rounded, quality heads of tight beads. This variety is vigorous and early cropping, producing well flavoured heads over a long season.

50 seeds.

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S: March - June H: September - November.

Healthy late summer-autumn vegetable. Delicious steamed, stir-fried or raw.

Average contents: 250 seeds.

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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.

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S: Mar - May - H: Nov - May

*For a long harvest of highly nutritious white and purple spears

*Hardy plants mature successionally, several pickings per plant!

*Excellent Source of vitamin C and A and antioxidants

Average Contents: 150 seeds

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Brussels Sprouts 'Nelson' F1 is an 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.

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S: March - June (I) (O) H: November - March.

An old favourite with superb flavour. Reliable cropper, stands well in all conditions.

500 seeds.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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S: January - July (O) H: April - October.

This is an early carrot with long, smooth roots and very good sweet flavour. Versatile, it will produce some of the first finger carrots of the season but you can enjoy it right through until October.

Average 1500 seeds.

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Unbeatable for baby carrots!

S: January - July (O) H: April - October

Fast to mature, this is a top class variety for uniform, cylindrical baby carrots with sweet flavour (top in our taste tests), good colour and texture over a long season. Perfect for growing in containers or small gardens.

1500 seeds

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.

Sow:

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.

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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.

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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.

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6 metres of pre-sown seed tape.

S: March - July F: May - October

A delicious early variety good as 'finger' carrots. The blunt-ended roots have an outstanding flavour. Quck, easy and simple, straight rows of veg!

S: March - July (O) H: June - November.

Specially bred to deter carrot fly. Trialled nationally and now trusted by thousands of gardeners. Sweet and tasty Autumn King type with tapered roots.

500 seeds.

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.

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S: March - July (O) H: June - October

Easy to grow, tasty and reliable lift as 'baby carrots' or leave to mature. We are pleased to list this selection of organically grown seed.

1500 seeds

S: March - July (O) H: June - December

Naturally disease tolerant.

A British bred variety with improved resistance to carrot fly. The medium-long, smooth Nantes type roots have superb colour, a small core and a sweet taste.

400 seeds

S: March - June (O) H: June - December

A heavy-yielding Nantes type with strong and upright foliage. Uniform, sweet and succulent, with good internal colour. They reach 6-8in/15-20cm long.

500 seeds

Very hardy, for Spring cropping

S: April - May (I) (O) H: March - April

Very winter hardy with deep and firm white curds. One of the first spring cauliflowers.

75 seeds

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.

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S: March - April (I) H: August - December

Easier to grow than celery, the large roots wash easily and have an excellent flavour. Great cooked or grated in salads.

250 seeds

Very versatile, eat stems and leaves

S: April - July (O) H: July - November

The leaves are cooked as spinach and the stems as celery. Versatile, with a long season.

350 seeds

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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