Quick Growing Vegetables

Radish 'Jutrzenka' – Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Radish 'Jutrzenka' is an early, fast-growing variety producing round, bright red roots with crisp, juicy white flesh. Its mild, peppery flavor makes it perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.

Ideal for spring and early summer sowing, this variety delivers quick harvests and is highly reliable in home gardens, raised beds, and containers.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors: March – July

• Depth: 1–2 cm

• Spacing: 3–5 cm between plants, rows 15–20 cm apart

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Light, fertile, well-drained soil

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for tender roots

Key Features

• Early and fast-growing radish variety

• Round, bright red roots with crisp, mild flavor

• Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes

• Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and containers

• Quick harvest – ready in 25–30 days

Harvest

• Harvesting period: April – August

• Pick roots when small and tender for best flavor.

Short Tip

Thin seedlings early to allow enough space for round, uniform roots to develop.

Radish ‘Felicia’ – Seeds

(Raphanus sativus) – Fast-Maturing Crisp Radish

The Radish ‘Felicia’ is a quick-growing variety producing round, bright red roots with a crisp white interior. Known for its mild, refreshing flavor and tender texture, this variety is perfect for early sowings and continuous harvesting throughout the season. Easy to grow, it thrives in beds, borders, and even containers, making it ideal for gardeners of all levels.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual root crop

• Root shape: Round, smooth, bright red skin with white flesh

• Flavor: Mild, crisp, refreshing

• Position: Sunny spot or partial shade

• Soil: Light, well-drained soil, free of stones

• Growth: Very fast (ready in 25–30 days)

Ideal For

• Fresh garden-to-table salads

• Garnishes and snacks

• Successional sowing for a continuous harvest

• Containers, raised beds, and small gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–September directly in rows 1 cm deep.

• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 2–3 cm apart in rows 15 cm apart.

• Harvest: Just 3–4 weeks after sowing, when roots are young and tender.

Care Tips

• Water regularly to prevent splitting and maintain mild flavor.

• Sow little and often (every 2–3 weeks) for a continuous supply.

• Harvest promptly—over-mature radishes may become woody.

Radish ‘Diana’ – Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Radish ‘Diana’ is an eye-catching variety with unique purple skin tipped in white, producing round roots with crisp, tender flesh. Mild yet refreshing in flavor, this radish adds a splash of color and crunch to salads and snacks. A quick-maturing variety, it is perfect for sowing little and often to ensure continuous harvests throughout the season.

How to Grow

• Sow direct outdoors: March – September in well-prepared soil.

• Sow thinly, 1 cm deep in rows 10 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 2–3 cm for best-sized roots.

• Keep soil moist to avoid woody or split radishes.

Key Features

• Striking purple and white bicolor skin

• Round roots with crisp, mild flesh

• Fast-growing and reliable crop

• Excellent for successional sowing

• Adds color and variety to salads

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and garnishes

• Healthy snacking straight from the garden

• Containers, raised beds, and open ground

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March – September

• Harvest: April – October (ready in 3–4 weeks)

Quick Tip

Harvest young and tender for the best flavor and to enjoy their unique bicolor appearance at its brightest.

Radish ‘Carmen’ Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Add crisp, vibrant color to your garden with Radish ‘Carmen’ (Raphanus sativus). This fast-growing variety produces round, bright red roots with a mild, crunchy flavor, perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, and quick harvests. Easy to grow and reliable, it’s ideal for both kitchen gardens and raised beds.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors from early spring to late summer.

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

• Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep and thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for best germination and growth (5–10 days).

• Harvest roots when fully formed but tender for best flavor.

Key Features

• Round, bright red roots with mild, crunchy flavor

• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate

• Ideal for fresh salads, garnishes, and snacking

• Reliable and productive in temperate climates

• Suitable for successive sowing for continuous harvest

Ideal For

• Kitchen gardens and raised beds

• Fresh salads, garnishes, and cooking

• Succession sowing for continuous harvest

• Adding vibrant color to vegetable beds

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring to late summer outdoors

• Depth: 1–2 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 5–8 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply of tender, colorful radishes throughout the season.

Purple Radish 'Malaga' Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Add striking color to your garden and plate with Purple Radish 'Malaga' (Raphanus sativus). This eye-catching variety produces round, deep purple radishes with crisp white flesh and a mild, peppery flavor. Quick to mature and easy to grow, it’s perfect for salads, garnishes, and fresh snacking.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors from early spring through late summer.

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

• Sow seeds 1 cm deep, spacing 2–3 cm apart in rows 15 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for the best flavor and texture.

• Harvest in just 25–30 days when roots are 2–3 cm in diameter.

Key Features

• Produces round, deep purple radishes with crisp white flesh

• Mild, peppery flavor, perfect for salads and snacking

• Fast-growing, ready in under a month

• Easy to cultivate in beds, borders, or containers

• Adds vibrant purple color to dishes and harvests

Ideal For

• Fresh salads, garnishes, and healthy snacks

• Gardeners wanting a colorful, quick-growing variety

• Continuous sowing for steady harvests

• Small gardens, allotments, and containers

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring through late summer

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 2–3 cm apart, rows 15 cm apart

• Prefers light, well-drained soil and full sun

Quick Tip

• Harvest young for the sweetest flavor and crispest texture.

Pumpkin 'Muscade de Provence' – Seeds (Cucurbita moschata)

The Pumpkin 'Muscade de Provence' is a traditional French winter squash renowned for its rich, nutty flavor and smooth, orange flesh. Producing medium to large, round to slightly flattened fruits, this variety is perfect for soups, roasting, baking, and preserves. Its excellent storage qualities make it ideal for autumn harvests and long-term use.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors from April or directly outdoors from May once the soil is warm.

• Plant 2–3 seeds per hole, 2–3 cm deep, thinning to the strongest seedling.

• Space plants 90–120 cm apart in sunny, fertile, well-drained soil.

• Water consistently and mulch to retain moisture.

• Harvest fruits when the skin is hard and deep orange.

Key Features

• Rich, nutty-flavored orange flesh

• Medium to large, round to slightly flattened fruits

• Excellent storage qualities for winter use

• Ideal for soups, roasting, baking, and preserves

• Vigorous, high-yielding plants

Ideal For

• Autumn harvests and long-term storage

• Culinary use: soups, roasting, and baking

• Home gardens, allotments, and specialty pumpkin collections

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April to May

• Spacing: 90–120 cm between plants

• Harvest: September to October

Quick Tip

• Leave pumpkins on the vine until the skin hardens and the stem starts to brown for optimal storage.

Pumpkin 'Jack o'Lantern' Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Create the perfect Halloween display with Pumpkin 'Jack o'Lantern' (Cucurbita pepo). This classic variety produces medium-sized, round fruits with smooth, deep-orange skin that’s ideal for carving. In addition to being a festive favorite, the sweet, fine-textured flesh is excellent for pies, soups, and roasting, making it both decorative and delicious.

How to Grow

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

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

• Sow 2–3 cm deep, either in pots indoors or in mounds outdoors.

• Transplant seedlings or thin outdoor sowings to 90–120 cm apart.

• Water well and feed regularly for large, healthy fruits.

Key Features

• Classic pumpkin variety for carving and cooking

• Produces round, deep-orange fruits

• Medium size, perfect for Halloween lanterns

• Sweet, fine-textured flesh for baking and soups

• Decorative and edible in equal measure

Ideal For

• Halloween carving and autumn displays

• Homemade pies, soups, and roasts

• Garden beds and allotments

• Families and festive gardeners

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors late spring or outdoors after frost

• Depth: 2–3 cm

• Spacing: 90–120 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and rich, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Harvest pumpkins when the skin is firm and orange, and cure them in a dry, sunny spot to improve storage life.

Pumpkin 'Dill’s Atlantic Giant' – Seeds (Cucurbita maxima)

Pumpkin 'Dill’s Atlantic Giant' is a record-breaking variety renowned for producing enormous, fast-growing fruits perfect for giant pumpkin competitions, autumn displays, and culinary use. With sweet, dense orange flesh, it’s suitable for soups, roasting, and baking. This vigorous, high-yielding plant thrives in sunny gardens with ample space for sprawling vines.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors from March to April, 2–3 cm deep, or directly outdoors after the last frost.

• Plant 2–3 seeds per mound, thinning to the strongest seedling.

• Space plants 2–3 meters apart to allow for sprawling growth.

• Requires full sun, fertile soil, and consistent watering.

• Harvest fruits when fully matured and the skin is hard and deep orange.

Key Features

• Produces enormous, fast-growing pumpkins

• Sweet, dense orange flesh ideal for cooking and baking

• Vigorous, high-yielding plant with sprawling vines

• Perfect for giant pumpkin competitions or decorative autumn displays

• Thrives in sunny, fertile gardens with ample space

Ideal For

• Giant pumpkin contests and autumn decorations

• Culinary use: soups, roasting, and baking

• Gardeners with large garden spaces and fertile soil

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March to April

• Spacing: 2–3 meters

• Harvest: September to October

Quick Tip

• Mulch around the base and water consistently to encourage large, healthy fruits and prevent splitting.

Pumpkin 'Jaune de Paris' – Seeds (Rouge vif d'Étampes)

The impressive Pumpkin 'Jaune de Paris' is a traditional French variety famous for its enormous fruits, weighing up to 22 kg. Its flat, round pumpkins ripen to a rich golden-orange color with sweet, firm flesh that’s excellent for soups, pies, roasting, and preserves. This heavy-yielding, vigorous grower is ideal for gardeners who want both culinary quality and show-stopping size.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from April to May in pots at 18–21°C.

• Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep in moist compost.

• Harden off and plant out in June once frost risk has passed.

• Allow at least 1 m between plants, as vines spread widely.

• Water generously and feed regularly for maximum growth.

Key Features

• Traditional French heirloom variety

• Produces giant fruits up to 22 kg

• Golden-orange skin with sweet, firm flesh

• Excellent for cooking, baking, and preserves

• Impressive ornamental appeal as well as culinary use

Ideal For

• Soups, pies, and roasting

• Harvest festivals and autumn displays

• Large gardens, allotments, and pumpkin patches

• Growers seeking high-yielding, giant varieties

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April to May (indoors)

• Plant out: June

• Spacing: 1 m between plants

• Harvest: September to October

Quick Tip

• For extra-large pumpkins, limit each plant to one or two fruits and provide plenty of water and compost.