Horseradish Thongs (Roots) Pack of 5 thongs (roots)

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An easily grown traditional vegetable.COOKING HINTS: Delicious freshly grated, home-made horseradish sauce is the perfect accompaniment to roast beef! Plant the 'thongs' in 15cm (6") holes made with a dibber, approximately 45cm (18") apart, in a moist, sunny spot. To keep plants compact, restrict their root run or lift and store roots in sand each autumn.Note: Horseradish thongs will be despatched during February/March (the correct time for planting). 7 - 10 Days

Pea Sugar Ann Seeds Average Seeds 330

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An early and very productive pea, producing good crops of well-filled pods with peas that are delicious and sweet. Height 75-90cm (2½-3'). Recommended for deep freezing. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Snap Peas (Mangetout) - These peas have edible pods which are thick and juicy - so no shelling is required! Round, firm and sweetly delicious, the tender young pods can be cooked and served whole, or if preferred, the peas and pods can be prepared and served separately. Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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.

Pea Kelvedon Wonder Seeds Average Seeds 400

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Producing a very heavy crop of well-filled, dark-green pods. One of the best peas for sucessional sowings. Resistant to mildew. Recommended for deep freezing. Height 45-60cm (1½-2'). RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Early Peas - usually ready for use 11-14 weeks after sowing. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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.

Pea Avola Seeds Average Seeds 200

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An excellent long-podded early pea combining good colour and flavour, producing up to 8 peas to each pod. Freezes well. Moderate resistance to Downy Mildew. Recommended in place of Progress No. 9 which is no longer available. Height 60cm (2'). Early Peas - usually ready for use 11-14 weeks after sowing. Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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.

Pea Little Marvel Seeds Average Seeds 400

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A popular early dwarf pea. The pods are blunt ended, produced in great profusion, and the peas have a particularly fine sweetness and flavour. Recommended for deep freezing. Height 45cm (1½'). RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Early Peas - usually ready for use 11-14 weeks after sowing. Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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.

Pea Exzellenz Seeds Average Seeds 310

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Looking for a sweet-tasting, early maturing pea? Then look no further! Exzellenz produces long pointed pods containing up to 10 tasty peas. Tolerant to root rot diseases. Height 60-65cm (24-26"). Usually ready for use 11-14 weeks after sowing. Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS - Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS - 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.

Pea Peawee 65 Seeds Average Seeds 290

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An outstanding 'petit pois' pea producing 9-10 tasty, sweet little peas per pod and 2-3 pods per node. Resistant to Powdery Mildew and Fusarium Wilt. Height 70-75cm (28-30"). Growing instructions given on individual packets.

Pea Early Onward Seeds Average Seeds 300

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Of vigorous growth, short jointed and heavy cropping with well-filled, blunt pods. Recommended for deep freezing. Height 60cm (2'). RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Early Peas - usually ready for use 11-14 weeks after sowing. Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS - Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS - 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.

Pea Hurst Greenshaft Seeds Average Seeds 400

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Borne in pairs, the pods are about 11cm (4½") long and carry from 9-11 delicious, sweetly flavoured peas. Reliably produces heavy crops and is highly disease resistant. Height 60-75cm (2-2½'). Recommended for deep freezing and exhibition. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Maincrop/Late Peas - usually ready 14-16 weeks after sowing. This variety trialled, tested and recommended by the National Institute of Agricultural Botany. Sow March-June directly into soil 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-mid October. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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.

Pea Oregon Sugar Pod Seeds Average Seeds 260

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A delicious 'Mangetout' Sugar Pea with long, fleshy, slightly curved pods. Gather while young and cook them whole. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. This variety has been trialled, tested and recommended by the National Institute of Agricultural Botany. Snap Peas (Mangetout) - These Peas have edible pods which are thick and juicy - so no shelling is required! Round, firm and sweetly delicious, the tender young pods can be cooked and served whole, or if preferred, the peas and pods can be prepared and served separately. Height 105-120cm (3½-4'). Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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.

Pea (Mangetout) Golden Sweet Seeds Average Seeds 200

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Attractive plants with pale green leaves, red leaf nodes and mauve flowers that are followed by an abundant crop of sweet tasting, golden-yellow 9cm (3½") long pods. Height 180cm (6'). Dig the ground incorporating plenty of well rotted garden compost, preferably in autumn or winter. Sow November-March under cloches, providing the soil is not too wet or cold. For main crops sow outdoors from March 5cm (2") deep, approximately 20 seeds per 30cm (12"), in drills 15-20cm (6-8") wide, with 60-90cm (2-3') between rows. For exact information see packets. Harvest June-onwards. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good source of vitamin and folic acid. Mangetout types are a good source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) and C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron) as the pod is eaten in addition to the seeds and are high in potassium (Regulates heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle function). Peas contain soluble fibre useful in removing harmful cholesterol. COOKING HINTS: 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 Aquadulce Claudia Average Seeds 35 ORGANIC SEEDS

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Early maturing with long pods and high yields. In our opinion, the best variety for autumn sowing to harvest late the following spring. RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. For early crops sow late October-November or in January, in a warm sheltered position. Sow in double rows 23cm (9") apart, 5cm (2") deep, 23cm (9") apart allowing 90cm (3') between each pair of rows. Pinch out the plant tops when in full flower to obtain better-filled pods and to avoid infestation with black fly. Double row 6m (20'). Harvest when seed shape is just visible through the pod. HEALTH BENEFITS: Source of vitamins A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections), C (Anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron), and E (Antioxidant important for anti-ageing [particularly for skin]). Source of protein and fibre.

Runner Bean Scarlet Emperor ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 45 ORGANIC

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A heavy cropper, with long straight dark green pods. Maturing time 12-16 weeks from sowing. New research indicates that evening watering of the roots increases cropping and pod set. HEALTH BENEFITS: Good quantities of vitamin C (anti-ageing, wound healing, decreasing blood cholesterol and prevention of infections. Assists the body in absorbing iron), folate and iron together with fibre. COOKING HINTS: Cook thinly and steam for just five minutes (or boil for three) as vitamins are easily lost.

Carrot Nantes 2 Mars ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 900 ORGANIC

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A taste early to mid-season bunching carrot which stores well.(ORGANIC SEEDS - These seeds have been grown and harvested using approved organic standards.) For early crops sow Amsterdam Forcing or Rocket in frames or under cloches February-March. Start outdoor sowings from early March choosing a warm and well-drained position. For maincrop, sow April-July. Sow into a fine tilth of crumbly earth. Sow seed 1.8cm (¾") deep in drills 23-30cm (9-12") apart. Thin seedlings when the first rough leaves appear, repeating as necessary until plants are 5-7.5cm (2-3") apart. Row 6m (20') or more. Sow thinly to minimise thinning (which can attract Carrot Root Fly). The carrot is a storage organ and hence shop bought produce can be high in pesticide residues - so a good reason to grow your own. HEALTH BENEFITS: Very high in vitamin A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections). COOKING HINTS: Unlike many vegetables, the availability of nutrients is actually increased with cooking - as long as not overdone.

Courgette Black Beauty ORGANIC SEEDS 15 Seeds

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Small, dark green, delicious tasting fruits. Maturing 12 weeks from sowing.ORGANIC SEEDS - These seeds have been grown and harvested using approved organic standards.) For maximum production of courgettes on all F1 varieties it is essential that all fruits of a culinary size are removed three times a week whether required or not. Sow late March to mid May, harvest July-September. Flower / Fruit from July-September HEALTH BENEFITS: High in vitamins A, C and E. COOKING HINTS: Do not remove skins, just slice and grill, stir-fry, boil lightly, or use raw in salads. Serve with chopped mint and balsamic vinegar.

Leek Winter Atlanta ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 160 ORGANIC

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Delicious, long white shanks and dark blue-green leaves. Harvest November-February.(ORGANIC SEEDS - These seeds have been grown and harvested using approved organic standards.) Sow thinly, 1.25cm (½") deep in drills 23cm (9") apart on an outdoor seed bed March-April. When seedlings are 20cm (8") high, transplant after watering the seed bed. Using a dibber, 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 the 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. HEALTH BENEFITS: Anti-bacterial and fungal. High in potassium, folic acid and vitamins A & C. COOKING HINTS: A traditional ingredient in soups and stews or as a boiled vegetable, but also try thinly sliced in stir-fries.

Lettuce Salad Bowl ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 300 ORGANIC

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Crisp, green, attractively shaped leaves. Sow March-August. Row 15m (50'). RHS Award of Garden Merit winner. Loose leaf 'picking' variety. Maturing time approximately 10-14 weeks from sowing. Beautifully curled, fringed foliage with tasty leaves that can be pulled for use as required without lifting the whole plant. Slow to run to seed. HEALTH BENEFITS: Source of beta-carotene/vitamin A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections) - especially darker green leaves. Reputed to have a sedative effect.

Onion Ramrod ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 450 ORGANIC

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A flavoursome white spring onion with tall upright leaves. Maturing 10 weeks from sowing.ORGANIC SEEDS - These seeds have been grown and harvested using approved organic standards. For summer/autumn use, sow March onwards in drills 15-23cm (6-9") apart. To grow for pulling in spring, sow in August and September. Row 6m (20').

Radish Saxa 2 ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 350

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An early variety, producing flavoursome, round, red roots. Maturing 5-8 weeks from sowing.(ORGANIC SEEDS - These seeds have been grown and harvested using approved organic standards.) Sow thinly, 1cm (½") deep in drills drawn 15cm (6") apart. Make first sows 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 6m (20'). HEALTH BENEFITS: High in potassium and vitamin C and contains sulphur compounds.

Rocket Annual ORGANIC SEEDS Average Seeds 800

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An easy to grow and quick-maturing annual, producing tasty, tangy leaves that are delicious in summer salads.(ORGANIC SEEDS - These seeds have been grown and harvested using approved organic standards.)