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This summer cabbage is very slow to heart, remaining leafy at 350g (12oz) for regular harvests of compact 30cm (12in) leaves. The smooth, dark green leaves carry no stalk, leading to quicker prep and less wastage in the kitchen. Cook as traditional ‘greens’ or shred for use in salads, stir-fries and soups.Sow indoors from February to May, sow at a depth of 12mm (½in) in trays of free-draining, seed sowing compost and cover with a layer of vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) until germination which takes 4-7 days. Alternatively direct sow outdoors from late March into a well prepared seedbed. Sow at a depth of 13mm (½in) and distance of 23cm (9in) between rows.Once germinated, grow on in cooler conditions until all risk of frost has passed and plants have 2-3 true leaves. Plant at a distance of 50cm (20in) apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Place a collar around the stem of each plant to prevent cabbage root fly attacks.

A well known variety, Cabbage Primo produces solid 'ball head' cabbage from June to August. Easy and productive.Sow seeds outdoors in a well prepared seed bed in early spring. 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 45cm (18in) apart in rows 45cm (18in) apart. The soil should be firm and contain plenty of well rotted compost etc, preferably from a previous crop, it should also be well limed.Hoe regularly and don't allow the soil to dry out.

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.

Quick growing, uniform, round roots with rich orange flesh. These bite sized, tender roots are ideal in salads and as children's snacks. Ideal for growing in containers and window boxes. Also in clay or shallow soils where growing longer carrots proves difficult.Sow thinly, 1cm (1/2in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Thin seedlings to 25mm (1in) apart when large enough to handle, to reduce risk of carrot root fly attack.Keep well watered for best quality roots.

Use as you would spring greens, harvesting from the bottom of the plant to encourage more growth at the top. In trials, plants suffered less pests than cabbage or kales, plus they are more disease resistant.Sow thinly direct into a finely raked seedbed at a depth of 13mm (½in).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. Alternatively sow in modules and plant out after all risk of frost has passed.