Quick Growing Vegetables

Carrot ‘Paris Market’ Seeds (Daucus carota)

Grow charming, round carrots with Carrot ‘Paris Market’ (Daucus carota). This French heirloom variety produces small, globe-shaped roots with a sweet, crisp flavor, perfect for snacking, roasting, and adding to salads. Compact and fast-maturing, it thrives even in shallow or stony soils, making it an excellent choice for container growing and small gardens.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors from early spring to midsummer.

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

• Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep and thin seedlings to 3–5 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for reliable germination (10–14 days).

• Harvest roots when 3–5 cm in diameter for best flavor and texture.

Key Features

• French heirloom with round, bite-sized carrots

• Sweet, crisp flavor and smooth texture

• Fast-maturing and compact growth habit

• Grows well in shallow or stony soils

• Perfect for containers, raised beds, and small gardens

Ideal For

• Containers, raised beds, and small gardens

• Fresh eating, roasting, and salads

• Quick harvests and continuous sowing

• Gardeners with less space or heavy soils

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring to midsummer outdoors

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 3–5 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow in succession every 3 weeks for a steady supply of tender, bite-sized carrots all season long.

Radish 'Flamboyant 3' Seeds | French Breakfast Type (Raphanus sativus)

Bring crisp, colorful flavor to your garden with Radish 'Flamboyant 3' (Raphanus sativus), a classic French Breakfast type. These attractive radishes are cylindrical with bright red tops and white tips, offering a crisp texture and mildly peppery taste. Quick to grow and ready for harvest in just a few weeks, they’re a reliable favorite for early spring and summer crops.

How to Grow

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

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

• Sow 1 cm deep in rows 15 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 2–3 cm apart for best growth.

• Harvest young for the best texture and flavor.

Key Features

• Classic French Breakfast type radish

• Red cylindrical roots with white tips

• Crisp texture and mild, peppery flavor

• Fast-growing, ready in weeks

• Perfect for continuous sowing and quick harvests

Ideal For

• Fresh eating and salads

• Garnishes and snacks

• Early spring and summer cropping

• Gardeners who want quick and reliable results

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring to late summer

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 2–3 cm apart

• Prefers sunny, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow little and often for a continuous supply of fresh, tender radishes.

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.

Chicory Baby Leaf 'Italico Rosso' – Seeds (Cichorium intybus)

Add vibrant color and a tangy bite to your salads with Chicory Baby Leaf 'Italico Rosso'. This Italian variety is known for its deep red, slender leaves and pleasantly bitter flavor that balances perfectly with milder greens. Fast-growing and easy to harvest as baby leaves, it is a staple for gourmet salad mixes and year-round growing.

How to Grow

. Sow directly outdoors or under cover from March to September
. Scatter thinly and cover lightly with soil, keeping moist until germination
. Harvest young leaves at 5–10 cm for baby salad mixes
. For cut-and-come-again harvests, trim leaves regularly to encourage regrowth
. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade

Key Features

. Italian chicory with striking red baby leaves
. Distinctive tangy, slightly bitter flavor
. Quick to mature, harvestable in weeks
. Perfect for cut-and-come-again cropping
. Adds texture and color to gourmet salads

Ideal For

. Fresh salad mixes
. Gourmet dishes and Italian cuisine
. Cut-and-come-again harvesting
. Gardeners seeking unique leafy greens

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: March – September
. Harvest: April – October

Quick Tip

Mix 'Italico Rosso' with milder lettuces and rocket for a balanced, colorful salad bowl.

Red Onion 'Wenta' Seeds (Allium cepa)

Grow crisp, flavorful onions with Red Onion 'Wenta', a reliable variety that produces medium to large bulbs with a deep red-purple skin and firm, white flesh. Known for its mild yet distinct taste, this onion is excellent for salads, sandwiches, and everyday cooking. A great all-rounder that combines beauty, flavor, and storage ability.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds outdoors in spring or late summer.

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

• Sow 1 cm deep in rows 25–30 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart for full bulb development.

• Harvest when tops yellow and fall over, then cure for storage.

Key Features

• Attractive deep red-purple bulbs

• Crisp, mild yet flavorful taste

• Medium to large size, great uniformity

• Good storage quality

• Easy to grow and dependable

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and garnishes

• Sandwiches, roasting, and grilling

• Long-term kitchen storage

• Home and market gardens

Sowing

• Best time: Spring or late summer

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 10–15 cm, rows 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers fertile, sunny, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• For sweeter onions, keep soil consistently moist during bulb formation.

Radish 'Zlata' Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Brighten your garden harvest with Radish 'Zlata' (Raphanus sativus). This unique variety produces round, golden-yellow radishes with crisp white flesh and a mild, slightly peppery flavor. Fast-growing and easy to cultivate, they add a splash of color to salads, garnishes, and fresh snacks.

How to Grow

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

• Use light, well-drained soil in a sunny spot.

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

• Keep soil moist to encourage quick growth and tender roots.

• Harvest in 25–30 days when radishes reach 2–3 cm in diameter.

Key Features

• Produces golden-yellow round radishes with crisp white flesh

• Mild yet peppery taste, perfect for salads and garnishes

• Fast-growing, ready in under a month

• Easy to grow in beds, borders, or containers

• Adds vibrant color to dishes and garden harvests

Ideal For

• Fresh salads, snacks, and garnishes

• Quick, successive sowing for continuous harvests

• Gardeners looking for something colorful and unique

• Container growing and small garden spaces

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring to late summer

• Depth: 1 cm

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

• Prefers light, well-drained soil in full sun

Quick Tip

• Sow small batches every two weeks to enjoy a steady supply of fresh, tender radishes.