Pea Ibis Seeds Average Seeds 200

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An impressive new semi-leafless type (these plants are semi-self-supporting and are less prone to fungal diseases as with reduced leaf area i.e there is more air movement through the plants). Ideal for maincrop or late sowings because of its resistance to powdery and downy mildew, Ibis produces flavoursome peas for fresh use or freezing. Maincrop/late variety for spring sowing.TOBY'S TIP: For the best tasting peas, pick in the evening before the seeds are fully round and cook within an hour - that's if the children do not eat them all raw! For Pea Salad Sprouts, grow in a seed tray on a windowsill. Harvest by cutting when the young plants are some 15cm (6") tall. From trials, we recommend using Onward seed for the best taste. For conventional crops, dig the ground, ideally incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow outdoors 5cm (2") deep, approx. 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in flat drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. HEALTH BENEFITS: A good source of vitamins and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A & C as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium. Peas also contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. Eat raw or steam gently to retain nutrient values. As soon as pods are harvested, sugars begin conversion to starch, so eat soon after picking.

Broad Bean Luz De Otono Seeds Average Seeds 35

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A vigorous growing bean that shows good cold resistance for overwintering use. Produces quality, long pods of tasty beans in May and June. May also be sown in July for a November crop in mild areas. For early crops sow late October-November or in January, in a warm sheltered position.TOBY'S TIP - Pinch out plant tops when in full flower for better filled pods and to avoid infestation with black fly. Source of vitamins A, C & E, protein and fibre. Ideal for vegetarians.

Broad Bean Karmazyn Seeds Average Seeds 40

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Colourful pink/rose seeds characterise this improved heritage broad bean. Compact plants produce small, upright, easy-to-pick growing pods in profusion. On our trials, visitors loved the taste of this heavy-cropping variety. Harvest when seed shape is just visible through the pod. For early crops sow recommended varieties late October-November or in January, in a warm sheltered position. Sowings for summer cropping should be made February-May. Sow in double rows 23cm (9") apart in the row and between rows and 5cm (2") deep. Pack will sow a double row 6m (20') long. Allow 90cm (3') between each pair of rows (60cm [2'] for The Sutton). HEALTH BENEFITS: Source of vitamins A, C & E. Ideal for vegetarians - a good source of protein and fibre.TOBY'S TIP - Pinch out plant tops when in full flower for better-filled pods and to avoid infestation with black fly.

Beetroot Chioggia Pink Seeds Average Seeds 300

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We now have further seed supplies of this popular Italian beet, so are pleased to re-introduce this unique variety. Round in shape and with a light red outer skin, the main feature of this variety is its unique internal structure with concentric rosy-red and white rings. Crops 12-16 weeks from sowing. F1 hybrids last longer in good condition than ordinary types. In a sunny spot sow seed thinly in drills (straight shallow grooves) made 30cm (12") apart and cover with about 1.25cm (½") of soil. Thin resulting seedlings to 5-7cm (2-3") apart. Alternatively for raised beds you can sow in small blocks with a spacing of 5-7cm each way which is more space efficient. Sow at 2-3 week intervals late April-early June for continous cropping from June-December. Row length per pack: 7.5 (25'). Harvest June-December. HEALTH BENEFITS: A proven superfood! Roots are rich in potassium and folate plus some vitamin C. The young leaves are rich in beta carotene, calcium and iron. CULINARY HINT: Don't waste the leaves, use them like spinach! Cooking can actually increase the nutrient value. Cook the young leaves or use them in salads.TOBY'S TIP: Twist off leaves to remove. Cutting induces 'bleeding' of the messy sap.

Cabbage Roderick F1 Seeds Average Seeds 80

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A high quality new type for summer/autumn cropping. The medium sized round heads produce tasty, crisp internal hearts which hold well without splitting. Sow March-April. Sow 1.8cm (¾") deep in drills (shallow grooves) 15cm (6") apart on prepared seed beds outdoors. Alternatively sow in plug packs and plant out later. HEALTH BENEFIT: An excellent source of vitamin C. TOBY'S TIP: Don't discard too many of the outer leaves when preparing, these are where vitamin levels are highest. Try planting the herb garlic chives amongst your cabbage - it may deter attack from Cabbage Root Fly.

Pepper Alexander Seeds 8 Seeds

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The pepper that thinks it is a tomato! Yes it really is a round, tomato shaped pepper! The dark red, sweet, shiny fruit are ideal for use in salads or for stuffing. Though the fruits are sweet, there is a slight after-taste of heat. Crops 18 weeks from sowing. We recommend 'grafted' varieties for earlier cropping and larger crops. Sow under glass as for tomatoes and grow on in pots in a cool greenhouse or tunnel. Redskin and Apache F1 can be grown outdoors on a sunny patio in warm areas, preferably against a sunny wall. TOBY'S TIP: Peppers are unique. Grow them in a 30cm (12") pot and the fruits will reach their full size. Grow them in a 15cm (6") pot and they will produce mature fruit, only much smaller. HEALTH BENEFITS: Red and green peppers are high in vitamin C and the red very high in vitamin A. CULINARY HINT: Try sweet pepper strips raw with dips or roasted whole and stuffed! make a simple chilli oil by adding whole chillies to a bottle of olive oil (puncture them to make them sink). Take care when preparing chillies as the substance which causes the 'hot' flavour can also cause irritation if it comes in contact with the eyes.

Lettuce Diana Seeds Average Seeds 500

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Want a tasty, quality lettuce capable of winning prizes at the local show? Then look no further, Diana is the one! Large, dark green heads with delicious, crisp hearts. Sow late March-August. For summer/autumn cropping. Summer butterhead - traditional type with large well-folded heads & succulent creamy-yellow heart. Crops 10-14 weeks from sowing. Sow thinly outdoors from late March until July (earlier crops can be obtained by sowing indoors from February onwards and planting out) at fortnightly intervals to ensure a regular supply. Sow in rows 30cm (12") apart and 1.25cm (½") deep and thin the plants to 23-30cm (9-12") apart. For early cropping from overwintered lettuce sow seed outdoors late August-early September. For growing in a greenhouse during winter choose Valdor or Vaila. Row length per pack: 15m (50') unless otherwise stated.TOBY'S TIP: Many people now grow leaf salads rather than conventional lettuce. However there are a wealth of different types and colours to add taste and interest to summer salads. Remember that sowing during periods of high temperature can inhibit germination. HEALTH BENEFIT: Source of beta-carotene/vitamin A - especially darker green leaves. Cos varieties reputedly have 5x the levels of vitamins A and C compared to Iceberg types.

Cucumber Baby F1 Seeds 6 Seeds

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The 'lunch box' cucumber! Aptly named, this mini 'cuc' is one of the sweetest we have ever found on our trials. Harvest this little beauty from 7.5cm (3") up to 15cm (6") in length. Very prolific and has resistance to powdery mildew disease. Greenhouse/outdoor cucumber. Crops 12 weeks from sowing. Sow seed singly on edge in 9cm (3½") pots under glass at 18-21°C (65-70°F) February-May for greenhouse crops or April-May for outdoors. Later pot on plants into large pots, about 25cm (10") in size, or plant them out in a frame/greenhouse or outdoors. (Do not plant in cold frames until May.) Maintain night temperatures of 16-18°C (60-65°F). For standard greenhouse varieties, remove male flowers leaving the female ones (distinguished by swelling on stem behind petals) from which cucumbers will be produced. For standard outdoor varieties leave on both male and female flowers. 'All female' varieties produce virtually 100% female flowers. Harvest July-September. HEALTH BENEFIT: Low in calories and refreshing (cucumbers are 96% water).TOBY'S TIP: Our trials have shown that mini types, normally greenhouse grown, can perform perfectly well outdoors when planted through black polythene, which keeps the roots warm.

Leek Sprintan F1 Seeds Average Seeds 45

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Well named, Sprintan certainly gets a move on to be our earliest maturing leek. From spring sowings, it will mature from late August through to November. As this suggests, it has good 'standing' ability and long green 'shanks'. Has good resistance to leek rust fungus. Crops 30-45 weeks from sowing. A versatile vegetable which may be taken young as tasty salad leeks or matured to the traditional autumn vegetable. Sow thinly, 1.25cm (½") deep in grooves 23cm (9") apart in an outdoor seed bed March-April. When seedlings are 20cm (8") high, transplant to final positions after watering the seed bed. Using a dibber/trowel, make holes 12.5-15cm (5-6") deep and 23-30cm (9-12") apart each way. Place a plant in each hole and fill with water to settle roots. Water frequently and gradually earth up plants, continuing until October. Grow leeks of exhibition quality by sowing under glass in February. Harvest September-March. TOBY'S TIP: Try salad leeks as a milder alternative to spring onions in summer. Earthing up plants for traditional leeks to blanch the stems is important to keep them tender for winter use. HEALTH BENEFIT: A good source of potassium, folic acid and vitamins A & C. Also has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. CULINARY HINT: Traditional for soups and stews whose slices are also ideal for stir-fries.

Lettuce Delicato Seeds Average Seeds 500

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An improved Red Salad Bowl type with deep red leaves and a tasty, 'nutty' flavour. Compact, attractive plants with deeply lobed leaves. Plants hold well and are bolting resistant. Sow March-August. Crops 10-14 weeks from sowing. Sow thinly outdoors from late March until July (earlier crops can be obtained by sowing indoors from February onwards and planting out) at fortnightly intervals to ensure a regular supply. Sow in rows 30cm (12") apart and 1.25cm (½") deep and thin the plants to 23-30cm (9-12") apart. For early cropping from overwintered lettuce sow seed outdoors late August-early September. For growing in a greenhouse during winter choose Valdor or Vaila. Row length per pack: 15m (50') unless otherwise stated.TOBY'S TIP: Many people now grow leaf salads rather than conventional lettuce. However there are a wealth of different types and colours to add taste and interest to summer salads. Remember that sowing during periods of high temperature can inhibit germination. HEALTH BENEFIT: Source of beta-carotene/vitamin A - especially darker green leaves. Cos varieties reputedly have 5x the levels of vitamins A and C compared to Iceberg types.

Melon Emir F1 Seeds 12 Seeds

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Smooth pale greenish yellow fruits about 11.5cm (4½") in diameter, with firm salmon-pink flesh; aromatic and very sweet. More tolerant of low temperatures than most cantaloupe varieties so will bear fruit even in cool summers. For growing in frames, under cloches or fleece in the garden and recommended for northern districts. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Crops 15 weeks from sowing. Our two varieties give you more vigorous, disease resistant plants with earlier and larger crops. Melons require conditions similar to indoor cucumbers except that they tend to need more warmth. Hand pollinate as described for marrows. Plants should not be shaded, but greenhouses or frames should be well ventilated.TOBY'S TIP: On our trial field, we grow the variety Emir outside planted through black plastic (which warms up the soil) and under fleece. HEALTH BENEFIT: Rich in vitamins A & C and potassium. CULINARY HINT: When the fruit is ripening, keep on the dry side to ensure a fine flavour.

Onion Exhibition Seeds Average Seeds 115

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Aptly named, this is the best onion for showing for many a while! Whether you are a serious exhibitor or just someone who wants to take a crack at the village show, it's worth giving this one a try. Like our existing variety, Globo, weights can get up to 1000gms, yet the flavour is still maintained and unusually for a large onion, it also stores well. Crops from 24 weeks after sowing. For the best crops, dig and manure the soil in autumn or early winter, applying a light dressing of lime early in February and a week before sowings. Sow in grooves 1.25cm (½") deep, 23cm (9") apart. Thin plants out finally to 15cm (6") apart. For exhibition onions, sow under glass December-January, transplant seedlings into boxes or pots and harden off for planting out in April. Row length per pack: 6m (20') unless otherwise stated. 'Triple pack' row length: 18m (60').

Parsley Astra Seeds Average Seeds 480

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The all rounder! A first-class variety producing high quality dark green, well curled leaves throughout the summer, autumn and winter. Hardy to mild frosts in winter, Astra has good shoot production of crisp, tasty parsley. Crops 12 weeks from sowing. Sow in March for summer use, and June to provide fresh young growth for the winter. Sow in drills 1.25cm (½") deep and 15cm (6") apart. Thin out to 15cm (6") apart. Can also be sown under glass February-March and plants set out April-May. Row length per pack: 7.5m (25'). HEALTH BENEFITS: Don't just use parsley as an ornamental garnish - eat it, it's full of nutrients! An excellent immune system booster. Packed with vitamins A, B & C as well as calcium, magnesium, sodium and essential fatty acids. CULINARY HINT: For salads, egg dishes, soups, fish and potato dishes.

Pepper Chilli Chilli Gorria Seeds 8 Seeds

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Things are hotting up! A productive medium hot pepper of the Jalapeno type. Medium sized fruit which turn from green to red. A heavy cropper so you will not need many plants! Full growing instructions given on packet.

Radish Mantanghong F1 Seeds Average Seeds 60

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British bred version of the 'Chinese' radish. You can grow these tasty roots up to tennis ball size and leave in the ground until required. (Roots can grow up to 450gms [1lb] each). The attractive, sweet red flesh has a peppery, nutty taste and is ideal for use in winter salads and stir-fries. (Winter variety) Crops just 5-8 weeks from sowing. Sow thinly, 1cm (½") deep in grooves drawn 15cm (6") apart. Make first sowings in March, in a warm, sheltered position, followed by others at regular intervals, to ensure a constant supply of firm, mildly flavoured roots during spring and summer. Row length per pack: 6m (20'). HEALTH BENEFITS: High in potassium and vitamin C. Contains health-promoting sulphur compounds.

Onion Zebrune Seeds Average Seeds 200

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Is it an onion - is it a shallot? Well, technically Zebrune is an onion, but it has the milder, sweeter taste we associate with shallots. Often called 'banana' shallots in the cookbooks, this type is currently much in favour with TV chefs. Zebrune produces a good yield of 'easy to slice' bulbs. Crops from 24 weeks after sowing. For the best crops, dig and manure the soil in autumn or early winter, applying a light dressing of lime early in February and a week before sowings. Sow in grooves 1.25cm (½") deep, 23cm (9") apart. Thin plants out finally to 15cm (6") apart. For exhibition onions, sow under glass December-January, transplant seedlings into boxes or pots and harden off for planting out in April. Row length per pack: 6m (20') unless otherwise stated. 'Triple pack' row length: 18m (60').

Squash Autumn Crown F1 Seeds 10 Seeds

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A new variety and a new type! If you know your squashes, this is best described as a 'Crown Prince' x Butternut cross, or a kind of 'flattened' round Butternut type. What's more important, its got delicious, crisp, orange flesh, great for instant use, but also stores well. Couple this with a semi-bush compact habit ideal for modern gardens and you have something worth a try! Sow all varieties under cover late April-May, and plant out when danger of frost has passed, allowing 60cm (24") between bush varieties and 120cm (48") between trailing plants. Harvest late September-October. HEALTH BENEFIT: High levels of vitamins A, C and B6 and a good source of potassium and fibre.CULINARY HINT: One of the most versatile of all vegetables. They may be used in any way that a potato can, and stored all winter in a frost free place. Try baking in foil like a jacket potato.

Squash Butterbush F1 Seeds 8 Seeds

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The 'Cobnut' type squash is now one of our top selling vegetables, courtesy of exposure in the supermarkets and TV Chef recipes. Up until now though trailing plant habits have required considerable room in the garden. Enter a British plant breeder to come up with 'Butterbush' with its compact, bushy habit, bred specifically to grow in large containers on the patio or small garden spaces. Sow all varieties under cover late April-May, and plant out when danger of frost has passed, allowing 60cm (24") between bush varieties and 120cm (48") between trailing plants. Harvest late September-October. HEALTH BENEFIT: High levels of vitamins A, C and B6 and a good source of potassium and fibre.CULINARY HINT: One of the most versatile of all vegetables. They may be used in any way that a potato can, and stored all winter in a frost free place. Try baking in foil like a jacket potato.

Sweetcorn Mirai M130 F1 Seeds Average Seeds 35

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We have some pretty sweet sweet corn, but this one takes the biscuit! At our 'Mother and child' trial ground visits, the kids were eating this one straight off the plants - not many got as far as being cooked! Equally at home grown in the garden or large containers, Mirai will be a hit with all the family.Supersweet variety Sow singly in pots April-May in a warm greenhouse/ frame. Plant out 35cm (14") apart late May-early June after hardening off. Plant in blocks (rather than long rows) to assist pollination and increase cob production. Harvest August-September. HEALTH BENEFIT: A gluten-free cereal and a source of fibre and vitamin B. Great for slimmers, with typically less than 100 calories per cob. Just don't add too much butter! CULINARY HINT: Cook immediately after picking or eat raw for best flavour.

Tomato Giulietta F1 Seeds 8 Seeds

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Bred by our own group this large fruited 'Italian' plum variety performed superbly on last years trials. The fruits set well, even under cool conditions and are juicy and delicious. High yields and a good range of disease resistances. For greenhouse or sunny sheltered spot outdoors. (Large-fruited variety.) For heated greenhouses sow January onwards and unheated/outdoor March-April at a temperature of 16-18°C (60-65°F). Transplant into 9cm (4") pots. Grow on and for the greenhouse, plant late April-May in large pots, growing bags, or border soil. For outdoors, plant in early-mid June after 'hardening off' plants prior to planting. Plant spacing 45cm (18"). Pinch out sideshoots (other than basket or bush varieties) regularly and when in flower tap or shake plants daily to aid set fruit. Harvest July-mid October. HEALTH BENEFIT: A recognised 'superfood!' Packed with antioxidants including vitamins A & C and lycopene. Also high in vitamin C, stimulating the body's immune system. CULINARY HINT:> Try slow roasting for 1½-2 hours in olive oil with sea salt and black pepper. Scrumptious!