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New for 2007 this is probably one of the most well known and reliable spring cabbages which produces firm pointed and well flavoured hearts on compact plants.
These seeds can also be sown or planted closely for delicious ‘spring greens’ ready to harvest from February.Sow July to August for overwintering or in spring for summer cutting.
Sow seed thinly 1cm deep in drills 23cm apart in soil raked to a fine tilth and which contains plenty of compost or manure. Transplant when seedlings are large enough to handle spacing by 30-38cm each way or at 10cm apart for ‘spring greens’.
Water regularly especially in dry periods. Hoe between plants as required. Harvest February as greens or April-May as hearted cabbage.
Price: £1.99
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The result of over 15 years breeding Thompson & Morgan believe this is the closest to being a completely carrot fly resistant variety.
Its resistance lies in it having low levels of chlorogenic acid a chemical which the larvae of the carrot fly needs for survival. This means that it appears to be unattractive to the fly and even if your crop is attacked to some degree the larvae will soon die after doing relatively little damage.
A Nantes type with cylindrical roots and a good blunt end. Perhaps most importantly they are succulent and sweet. Carrots prefer a deep rich well drained soil which does not contain fresh manure or compost.
Sow spring to mid summer in drills 1cm deep spaced 30cm apart. As soon as the seedlings are large enough to handle start thinning them out so that they are finally 10cm apart. The last thinnings should provide tender roots just large enough to be used. Harvest summer and autumn.
Price: £3.49
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These seeds are easy to grow ideal for children and grow well on a windowsill. Why not grow some in an empty eggshell with a face painted on the side. Your face will soon have hair!Sow at any time of the year by placing 4 layers of kitchen paper on a saucer and wetting it. Sprinkle the seed thinly over the paper and place the whole container inside a polythene bag and seal. Put in a warm dark place. When the seedlings are 1cm (1/2in) high bring into the light a windowsill is ideal. Your cress will be ready in 10-12 days.
Price: £1.99
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This is a good variety for sowing at any time. It is slow to run to seed and will continuously provide you with compact crisp well-flavoured lettuces.
Sow thinly from spring to mid summer 6mm deep in drills 38cm apart. A moist well drained soil which has had plenty of compost during the previous autumn is best.
Thin out gradually to 30cm apart. Harvest when the head feels firm when gently pressed. Sow seeds in early autumn for overwintering.
Price: £1.99
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This curly kale is a very reliable winter hardy which greens at a time when fresh and nutritious vegetables can be in short supply. Reliable to grow in most UK soils the seeds should be sown from April to early June provided the soil is rich and well drained.
Sow thinly in a well prepared seedbed 12mm deep in drills 23cm apart. Transplant when large enough to handle to 50cm apart.
Pick fresh young leaves throughout winter and spring and leave older leaves for when you want more kick from the flavour.
Price: £1.99
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This innovative blend of leaves will add lots of flavour to your salads. Featuring leaf radish leaf carrot wrinkled cress red kale red amaranth purslane and burnet this mix can be harvested almost all year through.
Sow seeds thinly 12mm deep in drills 23cm apart. Keep the ground weed free and water well during dry periods.
Price: £2.09
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