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Carrot ‘Chantenay’ – Seeds

(Daucus carota)

Carrot ‘Chantenay’ is a classic, reliable variety producing short, broad, conical roots with a rich orange color and sweet, crisp flavor. Ideal for heavy or shallow soils, this variety performs well where longer carrots might struggle. Perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or roasting, ‘Chantenay’ carrots are a trusted favorite for gardeners and cooks alike.

Key Features

• Type: Maincrop carrot

• Root Shape: Short, conical

• Color: Deep orange

• Flavor: Sweet, tender, and full-bodied

• Days to Maturity: 70–85 days

• Soil Tolerance: Performs well in heavier or shallow soils

Ideal For

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

• Containers and raised beds

• Fresh use, cooking, and juicing

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March – July

• Harvest: June – October

• Spacing: Thin to 5–8 cm apart

• Depth: 1 cm

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Loose, well-drained, stone-free

Care Tips

• Keep soil moist for even germination.

• Thin seedlings early to avoid crowding.

• Avoid fresh manure to prevent root forking.

Carrot Solar Yellow – 300 Seeds (Daucus carota) Heirloom

Description:
Grow bright, sweet carrots with Carrot Solar Yellow (Daucus carota) Heirloom. This heirloom variety produces vibrant golden-yellow roots with a tender texture and mild, sweet flavor. Compact and easy to cultivate, Solar Yellow carrots are perfect for salads, roasting, and fresh snacking. Ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and container planting, they provide reliable harvests and a splash of color to your vegetable patch.

Key Features

• Vibrant golden-yellow heirloom carrots

• Sweet, tender, and flavorful roots

• Suitable for salads, roasting, and fresh eating

• Easy to grow and maintain

• Heirloom variety with reliable harvests

Ideal For

• Kitchen gardens and raised beds

• Container planting for home gardeners

• Fresh eating, salads, and culinary use

• Heirloom vegetable enthusiasts

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Outdoors: March–June

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: 3–5 cm between plants in rows 25–30 cm apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Loose, well-drained, fertile soil

Care Tips

• Keep soil consistently moist during germination

• Thin seedlings to avoid overcrowding

• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

• Harvest when roots reach desired size

🥕 Daucus carota ‘Autumn King 2’ – Classic Maincrop Carrot with Long Roots and Excellent Storage Quality

‘Autumn King 2’ is a reliable maincrop carrot variety grown primarily for its long, straight roots, deep orange colour and sweet, full flavour. This variety is especially valued for late-season harvesting and winter storage, producing uniform roots that perform well in a wide range of garden conditions. Strong-growing and dependable, it is a popular choice for home gardens, allotments and traditional vegetable plots.

The roots develop best in deep, well-prepared soil and are suitable for fresh use, cooking, juicing and long-term storage.

Key Features

● Long, smooth, deep orange roots

● Sweet, classic carrot flavour

● Excellent for autumn harvest and winter storage

● Reliable maincrop variety

● Suitable for fresh use and cooking

How to Sow & Grow Carrot ‘Autumn King 2’ (UK)

Direct sowing recommended – do not transplant

Direct outdoors: IV–VI (April–June)

Harvest: IX–XI (September–November)

Life cycle: Biennial (grown as annual)

Germination temperature: 8–20 °C (46–68 °F)

Average germ time: 10–21 days

Depth: 1–1.5 cm (½ in)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist during germination

Environment: Full sun

Soil type: Deep, light, stone-free soil

Plant spacing: Thin seedlings to 5–7 cm (2–3 in)

Root length: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Avoid fresh manure to prevent forked roots.

● Thin carefully to ensure straight, well-sized carrots.

● Water consistently during dry periods.

● Harvest late for best flavour and storage quality.

● Stores well in cool, dark conditions after lifting.

Carving Pumpkin ‘Connecticut Field’ Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Grow classic, large pumpkins with Carving Pumpkin ‘Connecticut Field’ (Cucurbita pepo). This traditional variety produces robust, round-to-flattened fruits perfect for Halloween carving, autumn decorations, and cooking. Easy to grow and highly productive, it’s ideal for home gardens, allotments, and family pumpkin projects.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.

• Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep and thin seedlings to 90–120 cm apart.

• Provide ample space for sprawling vines and regular watering.

• Harvest pumpkins when fully orange, firm, and the skin resists pressure.

Key Features

• Large, round-to-flattened pumpkins

• Ideal for carving, decoration, and cooking

• Hardy, easy to grow, and highly productive

• Classic autumn pumpkin variety

• Suitable for home gardens, allotments, and family projects

Ideal For

• Halloween carving and festive decoration

• Autumn cooking, soups, and baking

• Vegetable gardens and allotments

• Family and community gardening projects

Sowing

• Best time: 3–4 weeks before last frost indoors or after frost outdoors

• Depth: 2–3 cm

• Spacing: 90–120 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Mulch around the base of plants to retain moisture and prevent soil-borne diseases.

Catchfly 'Rubra Electra' – 4000 Seeds (Silene armeria)

Bring dazzling bursts of deep pink to your garden with Catchfly 'Rubra Electra'. This charming annual produces airy, delicate flowers perfect for borders, meadows, and cottage gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Stunning deep pink blooms with a long flowering period

• Adds height and texture to flower beds

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Key Features

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Full sun loving, drought-tolerant

• Blooms: late spring to summer

• Annual, self-seeding

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage-style and naturalistic plantings

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing

• Sow outdoors after the last frost

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

Nodding Catchfly 'Triumph' – 400 Seeds (Silene pendula)

Delight your garden with Nodding Catchfly 'Triumph', featuring charming, nodding flowers that add movement and color to borders, rock gardens, and wildflower mixes.

What Makes It Special

• Elegant nodding flowers in soft shades

• Long-lasting blooms

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Easy to grow from seed

Key Features

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Full sun, well-drained soil

• Annual, self-seeding

Ideal For

• Flower borders and rock gardens

• Cottage gardens and meadows

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Cut flowers

Sowing

• Sow outdoors after the last frost

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

Cauliflower ‘Di Sicilia Violetto’ Seeds (Brassica oleracea)

Bring color and flavor to your garden with Cauliflower ‘Di Sicilia Violetto’ (Brassica oleracea). This traditional Italian heirloom produces striking purple heads with a delicate, nutty flavor, perfect for steaming, roasting, or adding to vibrant salads. Easy to grow and highly nutritious, it’s a standout choice for gardeners who love unique vegetables.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors from early spring, or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.

• Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep and thin seedlings to 45–60 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist and protect young plants from pests.

• Harvest heads when firm, tight, and brightly colored.

Key Features

• Striking purple cauliflower with nutty flavor

• Traditional Italian heirloom variety

• Nutritious and packed with antioxidants

• Suitable for steaming, roasting, and fresh dishes

• Reliable crop for vegetable gardens and allotments

Ideal For

• Home gardens, allotments, and raised beds

• Cooking, steaming, roasting, and vibrant salads

• Gardeners who enjoy growing heirloom vegetables

• Adding color and nutrition to the kitchen garden

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or late spring outdoors

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: 45–60 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Blanching isn’t necessary with this variety—the purple heads naturally keep their vibrant color until cooking.

Cauliflower 'Romanesco Natalino' – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)

Cauliflower ‘Romanesco Natalino’ is an extraordinary Italian heirloom, admired for its striking spiral, lime-green heads with a unique fractal pattern. More than just a showpiece, this variety is nutritious, delicious, and versatile – offering a slightly nutty, delicate flavor that works well roasted, steamed, or enjoyed raw in salads. Highly ornamental yet productive, it’s a standout addition to any vegetable garden.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – May in seed trays or pots.

• Sow outdoors: May – June, directly into well-prepared soil.

• Transplant: Harden off young plants and set them 60 cm apart in fertile ground.

• Position: Full sun, rich, firm soil with good drainage.

• Care: Keep soil consistently moist and protect young plants from pests.

Key Features

• Stunning lime-green spiral florets

• Mild, nutty flavor – more delicate than standard cauliflower

• Traditional Italian variety

• Attractive and productive crop

Ideal For

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

• Chefs and home cooks looking for something unique

• Roasting, steaming, or eating raw

• Eye-catching centerpiece in vegetable beds

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February – June

• Harvest: September – November

Quick Tip

For the best curds, ensure consistent watering and feed with a high-potassium fertiliser as heads develop.

Cauliflower 'Delta' – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)

Cauliflower 'Delta' is a high-yielding, early-maturing variety producing large, compact, creamy-white heads. Its tender curds and mild flavor make it ideal for steaming, roasting, soups, or fresh in salads.

Reliable and easy to grow, 'Delta' thrives in both home gardens and allotments, offering consistent quality and excellent resistance to common diseases.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April

• Transplant outdoors: April – June

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: 40–50 cm between plants, rows 60–70 cm apart

• Position: Full sun, sheltered from strong winds

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid water stress

Key Features

• Early-maturing variety with large, compact, creamy-white heads

• Mild, tender flavor perfect for steaming, roasting, and soups

• High-yielding and reliable growth

• Excellent resistance to common cauliflower diseases

• Suitable for home gardens, allotments, and small-scale cultivation

Harvest

• Harvesting period: June – September

• Pick heads when compact and firm for best flavor and storage.

Short Tip

Tie outer leaves over the developing heads to protect from sunburn and maintain whiteness.