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Artichoke 'Green Globe' Seeds (Cynara scolymus)

Grow impressive, globe-shaped artichokes with Artichoke 'Green Globe', a classic variety renowned for its large, tender, flavorful buds. Perfect for fresh cooking, steaming, or grilling, this hardy perennial thrives in sunny, well-drained gardens. Its striking foliage also makes it an ornamental feature in borders and vegetable beds.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.

• Use fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position.

• Transplant seedlings 90–120 cm apart after frost risk passes.

• Mulch and water regularly for optimal growth.

• Harvest buds when tight and firm before they open.

Key Features

• Classic globe-shaped artichoke buds

• Large, tender, and flavorful

• Hardy perennial for long-term harvest

• Ornamental silvery-green foliage

• Excellent for steaming, grilling, or fresh eating

Ideal For

• Home vegetable gardens and allotments

• Gourmet cooking and fresh eating

• Adding ornamental value to borders

• Gardeners seeking a productive, long-term crop

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors in late winter/early spring

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: 90–120 cm between plants

• Prefers sunny, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Remove small side shoots to focus energy on producing large main buds.

Artichoke ‘Violet de Provence’ – Seeds

(Cynara cardunculus) – Perennial Globe Artichoke

The ‘Violet de Provence’ is a classic French heirloom artichoke renowned for its beautiful purple-tinged flower heads and gourmet flavor. This perennial vegetable produces compact, tender buds that can be harvested young as a delicacy or left to bloom into striking thistle-like flowers for the pollinators. Hardy and long-lived, it is both ornamental and productive, making it a superb choice for kitchen gardens and edible landscapes.

Key Features

• Type: Perennial vegetable

• Heads: Purple-tinged, compact, tender

• Flavor: Rich, nutty, gourmet quality

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Position: Full sun, sheltered spot

• Soil: Deep, fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Gourmet vegetable gardens

• Edible landscaping and ornamental borders

• Cutting gardens (flowers can be dried)

• Mediterranean-style gardening

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, in pots or trays.

• Plant out: May, after the last frost, spacing 90–100 cm apart.

• Harvest: From the second year, June–August.

Care Tips

• Mulch well to retain soil moisture.

• Remove side shoots for larger main heads.

• Protect crowns in winter with straw or fleece in colder climates.

Arugula ‘Garden Rocket’ Seeds (Eruca sativa)

Bring a peppery kick to your kitchen garden with Arugula ‘Garden Rocket’ (Eruca sativa). This fast-growing leafy green produces tender, deeply lobed leaves with a zesty, mustard-like flavor that’s perfect for salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and pasta dishes. Easy to grow and quick to mature, rocket is a must-have for continuous fresh harvests all season long.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors from spring through autumn.

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

• Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in rows, spacing 10–15 cm apart.

• Keep soil moist for steady growth.

• Harvest young leaves within 3–5 weeks for the best flavor.

Key Features

• Fast-growing leafy green with peppery flavor

• Ready to harvest in just a few weeks

• Perfect for salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and pasta

• Easy to grow in beds, borders, or containers

• Continuous cropping with succession sowing

Ideal For

• Fresh kitchen use in salads and cooked dishes

• Containers, raised beds, and garden borders

• Quick, cut-and-come-again harvesting

• Gardeners of all skill levels

Sowing

• Best time: Spring to autumn outdoors

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Spacing: 10–15 cm apart

• Prefers sun or partial shade with well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply of young, tender leaves.

Asparagus 'D'Argenteuil' Seeds (Asparagus officinalis)

Enjoy a gourmet perennial crop with Asparagus 'D'Argenteuil' (Asparagus officinalis). This heirloom variety is prized for its tender, pale pink-tipped spears and excellent flavor. Hardy and long-lived, once established it provides delicious spring harvests year after year, making it a rewarding addition to any vegetable garden.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors in spring or directly outdoors after frost.

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

• Sow 1 cm deep, spacing 8–10 cm apart in rows.

• Transplant seedlings to a permanent bed the following spring, spacing 30–45 cm apart.

• Allow plants to establish for 2–3 years before heavy harvesting.

Key Features

• Classic French heirloom asparagus variety

• Tender spears with pink-tinged tips

• Excellent flavor and texture

• Hardy perennial crop with long productivity

• A rewarding plant for patient gardeners

Ideal For

• Perennial vegetable gardens

• Homegrown gourmet cooking

• Spring harvests year after year

• Gardeners seeking long-term crops

Sowing

• Best time: Spring after frost

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 8–10 cm in rows, 30–45 cm when transplanting

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Quick Tip

• Do not harvest heavily in the first two years; allow plants to establish for abundant future yields.

Asparagus ‘Mary Washington’ – 60 Seeds (Asparagus officinalis)

Description:
Grow a classic, long-lived perennial vegetable with Asparagus ‘Mary Washington’ (Asparagus officinalis). This heirloom variety is renowned for its high yields of tender, flavorful green spears with slightly purple tips. Ideal for home gardens and allotments, it produces abundant harvests year after year once established. Easy to grow from seed, ‘Mary Washington’ is disease-resistant and perfect for gardeners seeking a reliable, low-maintenance perennial crop.

Key Features

• Heirloom variety producing tender green spears

• Long-lived perennial with high yields

• Excellent flavor and texture

• Disease-resistant and reliable

• Easy to grow from seed

Ideal For

• Home and kitchen gardens

• Allotments and perennial vegetable beds

• Sustainable, long-term food production

• Gardeners seeking low-maintenance crops

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: February–April

• Transplant Outdoors: May–June

• Germination: 14–21 days at 20–25°C

• Spacing: 30–45 cm apart in rows 1 m apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Deep, fertile, well-drained

Care Tips

• Do not harvest in the first year to allow plants to establish

• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged

• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

• Harvest spears in spring from the second or third year

Asparagus Fern ‘Plumosus Nanus’ Seeds (Asparagus setaceus plumosus nanus)

Asparagus Fern ‘Plumosus Nanus’ is a delicate, feathery perennial with fine, airy foliage that adds texture and elegance to gardens, containers, and hanging baskets. Hardy and versatile, it can be grown in sun or partial shade and makes an excellent filler or accent plant in borders and floral arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Fine, feathery foliage with soft, elegant texture

• Hardy, versatile, and low-maintenance

• Ideal for borders, containers, and hanging baskets

Key Features

• Botanical name: Asparagus setaceus plumosus nanus

• Perennial (often grown as annual in colder climates)

• Height: 30–60 cm

• Bloom time: Summer (small inconspicuous flowers)

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and hanging baskets

• Filler or accent plant in flower arrangements

• Indoor or outdoor ornamental foliage

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–28 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart

• Foliage develops as plant matures

Asparagus Pea – Seeds (Tetragonolobus purpureus)

Asparagus Pea (Tetragonolobus purpureus) is a vigorous, climbing annual producing clusters of attractive, purple-pink pea-like flowers. Its edible pods have a mild, asparagus-like flavor, making it perfect for both ornamental and culinary use. Blooming from summer to autumn, this versatile plant thrives on trellises, fences, and obelisks, adding vertical interest, color, and delicious harvests to your garden.

Why Grow "Asparagus Pea"

• Vigorous climber with purple-pink flowers

• Edible pods with a mild asparagus-like taste

• Long flowering and harvesting season

• Perfect for vertical gardening on trellises and fences

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber (Tetragonolobus purpureus)

• Height: 150–180 cm

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, obelisks, edible gardens, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical displays in small or large gardens

• Edible and ornamental gardening

• Container and patio planting

• Gardeners seeking climbers with attractive flowers and tasty pods

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in well-drained soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space seedlings: 25–30 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

Asperula ‘Blue Woodruff’ Seeds (Asperula orientalis)

Asperula ‘Blue Woodruff’ is a charming perennial with delicate star-shaped blue flowers that bloom in late spring. Its low-growing, mat-forming habit makes it perfect for borders, rock gardens, and underplanting. Hardy and easy to grow, it thrives in sunny to partially shaded spots and attracts pollinators for a lively spring display.

What Makes It Special

• Star-shaped, sky-blue flowers in late spring

• Low-growing, mat-forming habit ideal for groundcover

• Hardy, long-lasting, and pollinator-friendly

Key Features

• Botanical name: Asperula orientalis

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and borders

• Groundcover and underplanting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Space seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward

Aster "Color Carpet Mix" – Seeds

(Callistephus chinensis)

Aster "Color Carpet Mix" is a charming dwarf variety that produces a vivid carpet of colorful blooms in late summer and autumn. With compact, bushy growth and daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, red, blue, and white, this mix is perfect for brightening borders, rockeries, and container displays. Long-lasting blooms make them excellent for cutting, bringing cheer indoors as well.

Why Grow Aster "Color Carpet Mix"?

• Compact, bushy habit with masses of blooms

• Vibrant mix of summer and autumn colors

• Long flowering season

• Great for edging, containers & small gardens

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Blooms: July–October

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Bedding & edging

• Rock gardens and low borders

• Patio containers

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, in trays or pots, lightly covering seeds

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 20 cm apart

• Sow outdoors: May, directly where they are to flower

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–21°C

• Remove faded blooms to extend flowering season