Quick Growing Vegetables

Vegetable Sponge – Seeds (Luffa cylindrica)

Grow your own natural sponges with Luffa cylindrica, also known as the vegetable sponge or loofah. This fascinating gourd plant produces long green fruits that, when matured and dried, reveal a fibrous interior perfect for eco-friendly sponges, bath accessories, and natural scrubbers. Young fruits can also be cooked and eaten like courgettes. A rewarding and unique plant for gardeners who love trying something different.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors in April, 1–2 cm deep in pots of moist compost, keeping them warm (20–25°C)
. Transplant outdoors or into a greenhouse after the last frost, spacing 60–90 cm apart
. Requires full sun, warmth, and rich, well-drained soil
. Support with trellis or canes for climbing vines
. Harvest young fruits for eating, or allow to mature fully for sponges

Key Features

. Produces natural loofah sponges when dried
. Young fruits edible, similar to courgettes
. Vigorous climbing plant with long vines
. Thrives in warm, sunny conditions
. Unique and sustainable garden crop

Ideal For

. Eco-friendly bath and kitchen sponges
. Gardeners who enjoy unusual crops
. Warm gardens, greenhouses, or polytunnels
. DIY natural skincare and household uses

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: April – May
. Harvest: August – October (young fruits) or later for mature loofahs

Quick Tip

For sponges, leave fruits on the plant until skins turn yellow and dry, then peel to reveal the fibrous loofah inside.

Cucumber ‘Jogger’ F1 – Seeds (Cucumis sativus)

Cucumber ‘Jogger’ F1 is a high-quality hybrid variety bred for excellent yields and superb taste. Producing smooth, dark green fruits around 18–20 cm long, this cucumber is perfect for slicing, salads, and fresh snacking. Its vigorous plants offer a long harvest window with strong resistance to common cucumber diseases, making it a reliable choice for gardeners.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: April – May in pots at 20–25°C.

• Transplant to greenhouse or outdoors after last frost.

• Plant spacing: 60 cm between plants.

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and consistent watering.

• Train plants up supports or trellis for best results.

Key Features

• F1 hybrid – uniform, high-yielding plants

• Smooth, dark green fruits (18–20 cm long)

• Crisp texture and refreshing taste

• Excellent disease resistance

• Suitable for greenhouse or outdoor growing

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and healthy snacking

• Home gardens and allotments

• Continuous summer harvests

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April – May

• Harvest: June – September

Quick Tip

Feed regularly with a tomato fertilizer once fruiting begins to encourage heavy cropping.

Tomato 'Yellow Romus' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The Tomato 'Yellow Romus' is a productive variety that produces bright yellow, elongated plum-shaped fruits with a mild, sweet flavor. Known for its attractive golden color and meaty texture, this tomato is excellent for fresh eating, sauces, and preserves. A reliable mid-season crop, it’s perfect for greenhouse or outdoor cultivation and adds vibrant color to your tomato harvest.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from February to April, 0.5 cm deep in trays or pots.

• Keep at 18–22°C until germination.

• Transplant seedlings into larger pots, then outdoors or into a greenhouse after frost has passed.

• Support plants with stakes or canes for best yields.

Key Features

• Elongated, plum-shaped golden yellow fruits

• Mild, sweet, and meaty flavor

• High yields throughout the season

• Suitable for greenhouse or outdoor growing

• Excellent for fresh use, sauces, and preserving

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and snacks

• Homemade sauces and preserves

• Bright, colorful vegetable gardens

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February to April

• Plant out: May to June

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• For the sweetest flavor, allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine before harvesting.

Tomato Trailing 'Ola Polka' Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Bring sunshine to your garden with Tomato Trailing 'Ola Polka' (Solanum lycopersicum). This compact, trailing variety produces an abundance of small, golden-yellow fruits with a sweet, tangy flavor. Perfect for hanging baskets, containers, and patios, ‘Ola Polka’ is highly decorative and productive, making it an excellent choice for limited spaces or decorative edible displays.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

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

• Sow 0.5 cm deep and keep soil moist at 20–25°C until germination (7–14 days).

• Transplant into containers, hanging baskets, or outdoor beds after frost.

• Water regularly and feed with a tomato fertilizer for best results.

Key Features

• Compact, trailing tomato variety

• Produces sweet golden-yellow fruits

• Perfect for hanging baskets and containers

• Decorative and productive for small spaces

• Easy to grow and maintain

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and patio pots

• Container gardening in small spaces

• Snacking, salads, and garnishes

• Decorative edible displays

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Transplant: After last frost into baskets or containers

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regular feeding encourages continuous flowering and heavy crops of golden fruit.

Tomato Trailing 'Gardenperle' Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Add a cascade of flavor and color to your garden with Tomato 'Gardenperle', a trailing cherry tomato variety perfect for hanging baskets, pots, and containers. Producing abundant clusters of small, sweet, red fruits all season long, this compact plant is a delight for fresh snacking, salads, and garnishes. Easy to grow and highly ornamental, it’s an excellent choice for small spaces and patio gardens.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

• Transplant outdoors or into large containers after frost has passed.

• Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.

• Sow 0.5 cm deep and space plants 30–40 cm apart.

• Provide regular watering and feed for maximum yield.

Key Features

• Trailing cherry tomato variety

• Sweet, bite-sized red fruits

• Perfect for hanging baskets and pots

• Compact and ornamental growth habit

• Heavy cropping throughout summer

Ideal For

• Patio and balcony gardens

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Fresh snacking and salads

• Gardeners with limited space

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors in early spring

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers sunny, sheltered spots with fertile soil

Quick Tip

• Pinch out side shoots sparingly; allow natural trailing for maximum cascading effect.

Tomato Trailing 'Bajaja' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Tomato Trailing 'Bajaja' is a vigorous, trailing tomato variety producing clusters of small, sweet, and juicy fruits. Ideal for hanging baskets, containers, and small garden spaces, its cascading growth habit combines ornamental appeal with abundant harvests. Perfect for fresh eating, salads, and snacking straight from the garden.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors from February to April, 0.5 cm deep.

• Maintain 18–22°C until germination.

• Transplant seedlings outdoors or into large containers after the last frost.

• Space plants 40–50 cm apart.

• Provide support or allow trailing habit for hanging baskets and elevated planters.

• Water regularly and ensure full sun for best fruiting.

Key Features

• Trailing growth habit suitable for containers and hanging baskets

• Small, sweet, and juicy fruits

• High-yielding and compact

• Ideal for fresh salads and snacking

• Decorative and productive in small garden spaces

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets, patios, and container gardens

• Fresh snacking and salads

• Gardeners with limited space seeking ornamental and edible plants

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February to April

• Plant out: May to June

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• Regularly pinch off shoots near the base to encourage more lateral fruiting and maintain a tidy trailing habit.

Tomato 'Scatolone 3' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Discover the Italian heirloom Tomato 'Scatolone 3', renowned for its large, juicy fruits with rich, sweet flavor. This vigorous variety produces plump, meaty tomatoes ideal for fresh salads, sauces, and cooking. Perfect for home gardens, allotments, or greenhouse cultivation, 'Scatolone 3' combines high yield with authentic Italian taste.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors: February – April, 0.5–1 cm deep in trays or pots
. Transplant outdoors: After last frost, spacing 50–70 cm apart
. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with full sun
. Water regularly and support plants with stakes or cages
. Harvest: When fruits are fully colored and slightly soft to touch

Key Features

. Italian heirloom tomato with large, juicy fruits
. Sweet, rich flavor for fresh eating or cooking
. High-yielding and vigorous growth
. Ideal for salads, sauces, and preserves
. Suitable for greenhouse or open garden cultivation

Ideal For

. Home gardeners seeking authentic Italian tomatoes
. Fresh salads, cooking, and sauces
. Greenhouse or open-ground cultivation
. Gardeners looking for high-yield, flavorful varieties

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: February – April
. Harvest: July – September

Quick Tip

Support plants with stakes or cages early to prevent fruit damage and encourage healthy growth.

Tomato Pink 'Maliniak' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The Tomato Pink 'Maliniak' is a traditional Polish heirloom variety known for its large, pink, fleshy fruits bursting with rich, sweet flavor. This mid-season tomato is a favorite among home gardeners for its outstanding taste, meaty texture, and versatility in the kitchen. Perfect for slicing, fresh salads, and sandwiches, it also performs beautifully in sauces and preserves.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from February to April, 0.5 cm deep in seed trays or pots.

• Keep at 18–22°C until germination.

• Transplant seedlings into larger pots when strong enough, then outdoors or into a greenhouse after frost has passed.

• Provide support as plants grow tall and bear heavy fruits.

Key Features

• Large, pink fleshy fruits with rich, sweet taste

• Traditional Polish heirloom tomato

• Mid-season variety with reliable yields

• Ideal for fresh eating and cooking

• Strong, healthy plants suitable for greenhouse or outdoor cultivation

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and sandwiches

• Cooking into sauces and soups

• Traditional and heirloom vegetable gardens

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February to April

• Plant out: May to June (after frost)

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• For best flavor, allow fruits to fully ripen on the vine before picking. Regular feeding boosts size and sweetness.

Tomato 'Sweet Million' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Tomato 'Sweet Million' is a hugely popular cherry tomato variety, loved for its prolific trusses of bite-sized fruits that are bursting with sweetness. Producing heavy yields of glossy, bright red tomatoes, this vigorous variety is perfect for snacking, salads, and adding fresh bursts of flavor to your dishes. A strong-growing, indeterminate (cordon) type, it thrives in greenhouses or sunny outdoor spots.

How to Grow

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

• Transplant seedlings to larger pots or greenhouse borders once established.

• Plant outdoors after the last frost in a sunny, sheltered spot.

• Requires support and regular side-shoot removal (cordon type).

Key Features

• Produces masses of sweet cherry tomatoes

• High-yielding and reliable variety

• Fruits in long trusses for easy picking

• Excellent for salads, snacking & garnishes

• Indeterminate (cordon) – needs staking

Ideal For

• Greenhouse or outdoor growing

• Fresh eating straight from the vine

• Salads, pasta, and summer dishes

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February – April

• Harvest: July – October

Quick Tip

For the best flavor and continuous cropping, harvest fruits regularly and feed plants weekly with a tomato fertilizer once trusses set.