GROWING

We've selected Cauliflower Boris F1 to withstand all weather conditions, under all levels of care, in any type of soil. If you're new to cauliflower growing or have had poor results in the past, Cauliflower Boris F1 is for you! This really is a gardener-friendly variety.Best sown in individual pots or seed tray of good seed compost and cover with 6mm (1/4in) of compost or vermiculite, at a minimum of 15C (60)F, until germination which takes around 7 days. Alternatively sow thinly in a prepared seedbed 13mm (1/2in) deep, allowing 30cm (12in) between rows.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into larger pots, or transplant from the seedbed around 5 weeks from sowing. Allow 30cm (12in) between plants each way for 'baby heads' or 60cm (24in) each way for larger heads. Plant firmly to obtain best quality heads.Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles.

A compact variety ideal for the smaller garden producing a deep, solid, small 10cm (4in) diameter pure white curd just the right size to feed 'two people'. Shows very good heat tolerance for the late June and July transplanting period.Sow in individual pots or a seed tray of good seed compost and cover with 6mm (1/4in) of compost or vermiculite, at a minimum of of 15C (60F), until germination which takes around 7 days. Alternatively, can be sown thinly in a prepared seedbed 13mm (1/2in) deep, allowing 30cm (12in) between rows.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into larger pots, or transplant from the seedbed around 5 weeks from sowing. Allow 45cm (18in) between plants each way for 'baby heads. Plant firmly to obtain best quality heads.

An autumn/early winter vegetable. Celeriac Monarch is an excellent, high quality variety which has very smooth, easily washable, creamy coloured roots. Easier to grow than celery and can be grated raw over salads, cut into slices and boiled, or into strips which are fried. T&M's illustration shows Celeriac cubed and served with a walnut butter. An exciting dish which you too can create by using the FREE recipe, sent with each packet.Sow seeds from February to April 3mm (1/8in) deep in a good seed compost. Germination takes 21-25 days at 20-25C (70-75F). Sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful. Lower the temperature after germination.When large enough to handle, transplant the seedlings 4cm (1½in) apart into boxes. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions and plant out in June 3-35cm (12-15in) apart in full sun and well drained soil.Keep well watered especially in dry spells. Hoe regularly and remove any side shoots which may form. Harvest the roots in October-November. In late November lift any remaining and store in damp sand in a cool dry place for winter use.

Named for the city in Southern California where they were first grown commercially, Anaheim chili peppers are mild enough to eat raw, although if left to ripen longer in the sun, the dark green fruits will turn red and their flavour will become stronger. Delicious stuffed.Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal the container in a polythene bag and maintain at a temperature of 25?C (77?F) until after germination, which takes up to 14 days. Maintain a minimum temperature of 15?C (59°F) after pricking out and transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots.For Indoor Crops: Plant 2 plants per growbag or individually into 20cm (8in) pots or into 2 litre pots. Plants may reach 75cm (2.5ft) high and so will need cane support. For Outdoor Crops: Gradually acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting 45cm (18in) apart in a sunny, fertile, moist site. Plant in final situation from early June once frost risk has passed and protect from biting winds.