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Versatile and easy-to-grow variety with continual harvests as a ‘picking lettuce’. Attractive and voluminous lettuce with shiny green leaves offering an excellent level of resistance to downy mildew and lettuce leaf aphid.Sow thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Water ground regularly, especially during dry periods.When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart. Harvest as and when required. -
Distinctive orange-gold skinned roots with gold flesh which does not 'bleed' so are easy to prepare in the kitchen. A culinary delight, just wash young roots, peel skins of larger roots, for a delicious sweet taste grated or sliced in salads, or as a cooked vegetable. Stems and leaves of younger roots are delicious raw, steam or stir fried as an alternative to chard and spinach. A no waste vegetable.Sow thinly outdoors, 13mm (1/2in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Sow at 2-3 week intervals until mid-summer.Thin seedlings as necessary, to 2.5cm (1in) apart for 'baby beets' or slightly wider spacing for larger roots. Keep well watered for most tender roots and to avoid bolting (running to seed). -
Created a great deal of interest when grown at the Scottish Horticultural Research Institute, yet it is very widely grown in Northern Italy. The 'spears' can be snapped off individually or all together. Broccoli Romanesco has a taste and texture exceeding the finest broccoli and to really appreciate the flavour it should be cooked and served individually with melted butter.Sow seeds in a well raked, firm, seed bed in late spring in drills 10mm (½in) deep and keep moist. Sowing can also be made under glass at this time.Transplant the seedlings 45x45cm (18x18in) apart, when they have made 2-3 true leaves. For best results grow in a rich, fertile soil and water regularly.Romanesco is ready in late autumn and the whole head need not be harvested all at once - just snap off the individual heads you need. Romanesco should not be grown on the same piece of ground two years running or follow other Brassicas (Cabbages, Sprouts etc). -
It has one very big advantage over most other cabbages suitable for autumn sowing. Cabbage April can withstand the bolting tendency (running to seed with resulting complete loss of crop) which often plagues autumn sown cabbage and it can also be sown very close together 38cm (15in) apart 25cm (10in) between rows. Ideal where space is at a premium.Sow seeds outdoors in a well prepared seed bed in spring for autumn cabbages or summer for spring cabbages. Sow seeds thinly 12mm (½in) deep in rows 23cm (9in) apart. If the soil is dry, water well and allow to drain before sowing.Transplant at the 5-6 leaf stage allowing a minimum of 25x38cm (1x15in) between plants. The soil should be firm and contain plenty of well rotted compost etc, preferably from a previous crop, it should also be well limed. Just before planting, rake in Hoe occasionally and water if the weather is dry. Spring sowings mature in autumn and a summer sowing in early spring as 'spring greens', and spring as mature cabbages. -
The excellent internal structure gives the tastiest white coleslaw ever, or for shredding raw into winter salads. Has a vigorous plant habit so can be grown in all soil types. Good resistance to early frost damage for extended cutting season into early winter.Sow seed thinly 12mm(½in) deep in a seed tray of proprietary seed compost and lightly cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite. Place tray in a propagator at 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination which usually takes 4-7 days. Transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow on until plants have 2-3 true leaves. Alternatively seed can be sown thinly in a well-prepared seedbed, 12mm (1/2in) deep in drills 23cm(9in) apart.Transplant into vegetable plot approximately 5-6 weeks after sowing at 60 x 50cm (24 x 20in) spacing for larger heads up to 3kg (6.6lb) or at 50 x 30cm(20 x 12in) for 1 kg (2.2lb) heads. -
"Probably one of the most well known and reliable spring cabbages, Cabbage Durham Early produces firm, pointed, well flavoured hearts on compact plants.Can also be sown or planted closely for delicious 'spring greens' ready to harvest from February."To avoid danger of clubroot, grow your brassicas (cabbages, sprouts, cauliflowers, etc) on a different site each year.Sow seeds July to August for overwintering or in spring for summer cutting. Sow seeds thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 23cm (9in) apart in soil raked to a fine tilth and which contains plenty of compost or manure. It may also be beneficial to rake in 100g/sq.m (3oz/sq yd) of a balanced fertiliser."Transplant when seedlings are large enough to handle, spacing by 3-38cm (12-15in) each way or at 1cm (4in) apart for 'spring greens'.Water regularly, especially in dry periods. Hoe between plants as required. -
A reliable old favourite, Cabbage Greyhound produces early maturing pointed hearts of excellent flavour. Compact plants with very few wasted outer leaves.Sowing Time March to June. Sow seeds thinly, 1cm (1/2in) deep in drills 23cm (9in) apart in well-drained, fertile soil, which has been raked to a fine tilth and contains plenty of well-rotted compost or organic matter. It will also be beneficial to rake in 3oz/sq yard of any balanced fertiliser.Transplant when seedlings have 5-6 leaves, spacing 38cm (15in) apart each way. Water ground regularly, especially in dry periods. Hoe between plants occasionally, and give a liquid feed as heads begin to develop. -
The sweet tasting, pointed heads weigh around 0.5kg, but the outer leaves are also tender and can be cooked as well. Perfect to use as a side dish or in summer coleslaw.Sow thinly direct into a finely raked seedbed at a depth of 13mm (½in). Alternatively sow in modules and plant out after all risk of frost has passed.Transplant with a trowel or dibber when large enough to handle allowing 45cm (18in) between plants each way. Grows best in well-cultivated soil liberally manured the previous autumn. If the weather is dry, water in well when transplanting. -
Calluna Disco also known as Calluna Vulgaris.Another type of Heather.Low growing, hardy evergreen perennial shrub which thrive in acidic soils in open sunny locations or partial shade. They are the dominant plants in most heathlands and moorlands in Europe with different varieties having flower colours ranging from white, through to pink, a wide range of purples and reds. There are two varieties - Calluna and Erica. Calluna has small scale-like leaves carried in opposite pairs, whereas Erica's foliage is more needle-like and borne in whorls. Both are brilliant for bringing a natural feel and splash of colour to your garden.Sold in a 1 litre pot. -
Similar maturity to the old favourite Peer Gynt, producing firm, flavoursome, round, commercial quality buttons which hold well for several weeks on the stem. Ideal for September to November harvest. A later planting will provide buttons for Christmas.Sow thinly into a well-prepared seed bed, 1cm (1/2in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart.Transplant when large enough to handle, usually 5-6 weeks from sowing. Plant out at a spacing of 75cm x 75cm (30in x 30in) between plants. Water well until plants are established and especially during dry weather. To avoid danger of clubroot, grow brassicas (cabbages, sprouts, cauliflowers, etc) on a different site each year. -
Consistently producing dense, tight 500g florets with good colour. Plants show no sign of hollow stem. Early maturing. Can be harvested from 4 months (June-Sept) from successional sowing. Plants produce multiple small spears once the main head is harvested.SOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Sow thinly direct into a finely raked seed bed at a depth of 13mm (½in) until germination which can take 10-14 days.GROWING INSTRUCTIONS: Transplant when large enough to handle leaving 38cm (15in) between plants both ways. Alternatively, the seed can be started in modules/trays in a cold frame or cold greenhouse and planted out after the last frosts.Protect with netting to avoid butterfly attack. After harvesting the main head, side shoots will be produced within several weeks. -
Producing large, purple-tinged tender heads of up to 13cm (5in)diameter, and offering greater tolerance to heat and cold than Green Globes. More productive in the first year after planting, and over the following 3-4 years.Sow seed singly in 7.5cm (3in) pots on the surface of a good free-draining, damp seed compost, and cover with 6mm (¼in) of compost or vermiculite. Seal container inside a polythene bag and keep at 18-20°C (64-68°F) until after germination which usually takes up to 21 days. Best sown under glass, but can be sown outdoors in April. Transplant during June.When well grown, gradually acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions for up to 14 days before planting out. Plant outside after all risk of frost, 90cm (36in) apart. Water well in dry weather and feed with liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks. Cut heads just before the flowers open, with 15cm (6in) of stem. Harvest sparingly in the first season. Plants will need some winter protection: cover the crown of the plant with bracken or straw.SERVING SUGGESTION: Wrap whole artichokes in foil, bake and serve with melted butter.
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