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"An easy to grow, unusual vegetable with a unique gourmet flavour. A hint of asparagus - perhaps? Asparagus Pea goes with virtually any dish. Cook whole at 3cm (1in) long, preferably by steaming, and serve with a little melted butter. No flavouring should be used as this will destroy its own delicious taste.Asparagus Pea can also be used in the flower border as attractive ground cover."Sow seeds under glass in pots in early spring or outdoors in late spring. Under glass sow seeds individually in 7.5cm (3in) pots in a good seed compost. Germination usually 7-14 days at 19-21C (65-70F).Harden off and plant out 3cm (12in) apart when all risk of frost is gone. Sow outdoors 1cm (4in) apart in well raked soil in rows 3cm (12in) apart. A little twiggy support will help but is not essential. They prefer a good well drained garden soil and Pick pods regularly while young and tender. Don't allow them to get more than 3cm (1 in) long. Their brick red pea-like flowers make them a very attractive pot-plant indoors in a well lit position, or border edgings outside. -
Daisy-like flowers with yellow centres and feathery foliage which has an apple smell when crushed. Makes a delicious soothing tea, skin wash and shampoo. Please note: This chamomile is not suitable for use as a lawn.Sow seeds outdoors April to May. Sow seeds thinly, 12mm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart.Thin seedlings if necessary, when large enough to handle, to 15cm (6in) apart. Keep ground weed free, water well during dry periods.Harvest 6-8 weeks after sowing, selecting a few leaves from each plant. -
A very fragrant selection and distinct improvement over other Thai Basils. Basil Siam Queen has an extra large leaf size and large plants mean more of that intense liquorice fragrance. The bright green leaves make an attractive foil for the purple-red stems which bear violet-pink flowers. Basil Siam Queen is superb as a container plant on the patio where you can smell its aroma. Excellent for bedding edging and the vegetable or flower garden. Height 20-30cm (8-12in).Sow seeds 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in good seed sowing compost from Late February to late April. Germination takes 7-14 days at 65-70F (18-20C).When large enough to handle transplant the seedlings to boxes or 7.5cm (3in) pots and when well grown gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions. Plant out in May after all risk of frost has passed 3cm (12in) apart in full sun and well drained soil. FSave one or two plants to grow indoors on a sunny windowsill. Pick the leaves anytime for fresh use; for drying pick as the flowers start to open. -
New British breeding for a 100% all purple leaved type with increased vigour and uniformity, and traditional cupped Genovese shaped leaves. An excellent ornamental edible, ideal grown on the windowsill, or in containers or baskets outdoors in the summer.Sow seed on the surface of good, free-draining seed compost. Cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination which takes 14-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination. Keep compost barely moist until seedlings emerge to avoid stem rots.Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for a few days before planting out after risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart, or into containers. -
(White Seeded). Perfect for early sowings in February, as this variety shows excellent tolerance to cold weather. Broad Bean Witkiem produces a good crop of plump, well-filled pods with big tasty beans which will be ready to harvest in June. Recommended for home freezing. Broad Bean Witkiem can also be sown successionally through to May. Height: 100cm (40 inches).Ideally sow seeds in double rows, 5cm (2in) deep in well prepared soil, 20-23cm (8-9in) apart both in the row and between each row. Allow at least 60cm (24in) between each double row. Germination takes about 10 days.Support the plants as they grow by placing a cane or stout stick at each corner and tying in with string, especially in windy sites. Keep well watered especially when flowering and as pods set. Pinch out growing tip once pods have set to help deter blackfly. Pick regularly as the pods swell and the beans are tasty, soft and tender, and to promote further pod production. -
A heritage variety with stunning crimson flowers, followed by a good crop of short, upright pods and delicious beans. Broad Bean Crimson Flowered is ideal for growing in containers as well as in the garden, or as an ornamental edible in the flower border.Sow seeds from February to May outdoors. Ideally sow seeds in double rows, 5cm (2in) deep in well prepared soil, 20-23cm (8-9in) apart both in the row and between each row. Allow at least 60cm (24in) between each double row. Germination takes about 10 days.Support the plants as they grow by placing a cane or stout stick at each corner and tying in with string, especially in windy sites. Plants in containers may also need support. Keep well watered especially when flowering and as pods set. Pinch out growing tip once pods have set to help deter blackfly. Pick regularly as the pods swell and the beans are tasty, soft and tender, and to promote further pod production. -
Extremely high yielding and produces uniform, straight yellow beans around 13cm (5in) long that are neatly distributed on the outside of the plant, making them easy to pick. These delicious beans retain their colour when cooked. Plants boast good disease resistance including against Mosaic Virus.Sow April-July in pots or trays on a windowsill or in a greenhouse using good quality compost. Cover seeds with 4cm (2in) of compost. (Germination 7-21 days).Grow on, planting in containers or outside in the garden May-July, allowing 20cm (8in) between plants, and providing protection until frost risk has passed. Alternatively, sow directly into prepared, warm, moist soil at a depth of 5cm (2in), thinning as necessary to 20cm (8in) between plants. Allow 60cm between rows. Grows best in a sunny position.Hoe/weed between plants often and water regularly. Provide a compost mulch around the base to combat dry periods. For the best crops harvest beans regularly while the pods are still young -
The world’s first purple podded ‘daisy type’ French bean! This unique variety will certainly add some colour to your vegetable plot - the slender pods are borne on dark stems against a mass of healthy dark green foliage. The bright purple flowers are particularly attractive, making this a superb ornamental-edible for the patio. Harvested regularly, dwarf French bean ‘Mistik’ will crop throughout the summer from June right through to October.SOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Sow bean seeds at a depth of 5cm (2in) in 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays of free-draining, seed sowing compost. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag at a temperature of 12-25°C (54-77°F) until germination, which takes 7-10 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination.GROWING ON: Once germinated, grow on in cooler conditions until all risk of frost has passed and the dwarf French bean plants are large enough to be transplanted. Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7-10 days before planting French beans outdoors in rich fertile, well drained soil in full sun with protection from strong winds. Alternatively direct sow dwarf green beans outdoors when the soil as warmed. Sow 2 bean seeds per station at a depth of 5cm (2in) and a distance of 23cm (9in) apart. Plant dwarf beans in rows that are 45cm (18in) apart. -
The small but flavoursome beans are the best option for freezer storage, being far less prone to discolouring than larger varieties. Oscar pods can also be picked before filling out and treated as a mangetout pea, but to get the most from your broad bean crop allow pods to fill and pick whilst young and tender. Compact plants with upright pods grow well in patio containers and stand well in open ground with no supports.Sow seed 5cm (2in) deep into well-prepared soil. Sow double rows, allowing 23cm (9in) between plants and 30cm (12in) between each row. The growing season can be extended by sowing under cloches.Pinch out the tips of the plants when in full flower to help the pods swell and to help reduce infestation of blackfly. Pick frequently when pods are well-filled but still tender. -
Distinctly marked, brightly coloured, semi cactus-like blooms each with contrasting petal tips. An outstanding garden performer, freely flowering throughout the summer in borders, as well as making an attractive cut flower.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free draining, damp, seed compost. Then lightly cover, 3mm (1/8in) deep with vermiculite or compost. Place container in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag at a temperature of 20-30C (68-86F) until after germination which usually takes 7-14 days. Can also be sown direct into the soil after last frost.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle, taking care not to damage the fragile roots, into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost 30cm(12in) apart. -
"Bushy plants produce unusual leaves covered in translucent dots, topped by clusters of bright yellow flowers each speckled with a hint of red around the edges. Grows almost anywhere, attracting bees to your garden.Height 40-80cm (16-32in)."Sow February to July onto the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place sown container in a greenhouse or seal container inside a polythene bag at a temperature of 10-15C (50-60F) until after germination which usually takes 1-3 months. Do not exclude light as this helps germination.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise young plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out 45cm (18in) apart. -
A charming and prolific baby pansy with an unbeatable combination of 3-4 colours in each FLOWER! It will flower continuously from summer to winter, is compact enough for rockeries, walls or edging and will self sow seedlings. Flowers summer to winter. Height: 15-23cm (6-9in). The petals make a colourful addition to green salads, can be candied to top desserts etc. or used to make violet soup. Write to us for a free leaflet with recipes for a wide range of edible flowers.Best sown where they are to flower in spring, or late summer/early autumn for overwintering. Sow 3mm (1/8in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart in well cultivated soil which has been raked to a fine tilth.Thin out the seedlings to 15cm (6in) apart.They will grow in sun or part shade and in ordinary garden soil.
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