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This very aromatic annual has tiny deep purple leaves which are borne densely on globular-shaped plants. No need to pinch. The tubular flowers are late to appear and add extra colour to the plant. Purple Ball performs very well under sunny and warm weather conditions and is drought resistant. Can be used just like green basil, perfect in pasta sauce, salads and as a garnish.Sow in a propagator on a windowsill or thinly in pots or trays in a greenhouse at approx 10-15°C (50-59°F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 5mm (?in) compost. Germination 14-21 days.Grow on, planting out when the frost risk has passed, 20-25cm (8-10in) apart. Can also be sown thinly direct outside at a depth of 5mm (?in). Grows best in well-drained soil in a sunny position or in the greenhouse. Remove flowers to prolong leaf harvest.
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The largest leaved basil producing very large, bright green, slightly puckered leaves with a similar taste and aroma to the very popular Genovese basil. Makes the perfect addition to pesto and adds an aromatic flavour to tomato and egg dishes.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 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination which takes 14-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination. Keep compost on the dry side at all times, water lightly as seedlings emerge.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.
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Hugely popular as it is so versatile for a wide range of cooked of cold dishes. Plain leaf parsley has a stronger flavour than curled. Rich in iron and vitamins A, B and C.Indoors - fill a seed tray or pots with good free-draining seed compost. Outdoors - prepare the soil by raking until it is fine and crumbly, removing any large stones. Sow seed in 7cm (3.5in) pots of free-draining compost. Keep at 18-20?C (64-68?F) until after germination. Alternatively sow seed outdoors 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart.When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 23cm (9in) apart. Gradually acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost. Harvest leaves as and when required. Indoor plants can be harvested all year round.To continue the organic life cycle of these seeds, gardeners should follow recognised organic growing methods, avoiding the use of artificial fertilisers and pesticides.
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Delightful miniature daffodils that will brighten even the dullest of spring days. The radiant yellow flowers of dwarf Narcissus 'Tête á Tête' are produced freely and reach only 15cm (6") in height. Undemanding and easy to grow, they are ideal for borders, rockeries and containers for a sunny windowsill; or grow them in bold drifts naturalised in grass. The neat clusters of yellow trumpets make these narcissus flowers excellent for cutting. Height: 15cm (6"). Spread: 8cm (3").Sold in a 1 litre pot.Image ©Farplants Sales Ltd
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This very popular conifer has bright lime/yellow foliage and an upright narrow shape. In summer, its foliage is lemon scented particularly when cut or brushed. It's quite vigorous, growing by 30-60cm per annum and will grow up to 5m in height but is happy to be kept lower. It is good in any free draining soil in sun or partial shade and well suited to coastal positions.This conifer is in a 1litre pot.
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Image shows plant when in flower.A mat-forming evergreen with dark-green, ovate leaves, Vinca is one of the best ground cover plants available.Looking good through all seasons and growing in any aspect, It is a vigorous grower, yet not overly invasive. It is tough, fully hardy and evergreen with pretty mauve-purple flowers produced from Spring through to Autumn, once established it will need next to no attention. A particularly tolerant plant, it will be happy in shade or sun, with deep green foliage carpeting the ground.The new growth each spring is bright green and at this point the plants become covered in masses of very pretty star-like flowers, these continue to appear sporadically throughout spring and summer and in to autumn. A great long lasting plant.Sold in a 3 litre pot.Image ©Farplants Sales Ltd
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Ideal for continuous watering of hedges, herbaceous borders, vegetable plots etc.Complete with snap fit hose fittings (fully compatible with all recognised plastic and brass snap fit hose fittings)Designed to operate at low pressureProvides even soaking above or below groundUses up to 70% less water than a conventional sprinkler