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Pumpkin 'Golias' – Seeds
(Cucurbita pepo) – Giant, Decorative & Edible Pumpkin
Pumpkin 'Golias' is an impressive giant pumpkin variety, producing extra-large, round fruits with smooth orange skin. Known for its huge size and vigorous growth, it makes a real garden showpiece while also being delicious in soups, bakes, and pies. Perfect for competitions, carving, or autumn displays.
Key Features
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Type: Annual fruiting vegetable
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Fruit size: Extra-large, giant pumpkins
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Skin: Smooth orange
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Flavor: Mild, sweet flesh suitable for cooking
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Harvest: Late summer to autumn
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Use: Cooking, carving, decoration, competitions
Ideal For
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Giant vegetable growing
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Autumn harvest festivals & carving
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Cooking soups, pies, and bakes
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Impressive garden displays
Sowing & Growing
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Sow indoors: April–May, 2–3 cm deep in pots.
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Transplant outdoors: Late May–June, after last frost.
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Direct sowing: From mid-May, 2–3 cm deep.
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Spacing: 1–1.5 m between plants.
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Soil: Rich, fertile, well-drained with compost/manure.
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Harvest: September–October, when skins harden.
Care Tips
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Requires full sun and plenty of water.
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Feed regularly for maximum fruit size.
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Protect from frost – harvest before first frost arrives.
Sweet Pepper ‘Poupila’ – 50 Seeds (Capsicum annuum)
Sweet Pepper ‘Poupila’ is a high-yielding, early-maturing variety producing medium-sized, glossy red peppers. Known for its sweet, mild flavor, this versatile pepper is perfect for fresh salads, roasting, stuffing, or cooking. Compact and robust, it thrives in sunny gardens or containers, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Key Features
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Fruit Color: Red when mature
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Flavor: Sweet, mild, crisp
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Growth Habit: Compact and bushy
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Days to Maturity: 60–70 days
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Use: Fresh, cooked, roasted, or stuffed
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Yield: Heavy and consistent
Ideal For
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Garden beds and containers
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Fresh eating and culinary use
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Small-space or balcony gardens
Sowing & Growing
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Sow indoors: February–April
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Transplant outdoors: After last frost
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Spacing: 30–40 cm
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Position: Full sun, fertile well-drained soil
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Care: Water regularly; remove side shoots to encourage larger fruit
Squash 'Marina di Chioggia' – Seeds (Cucurbita maxima)
The 'Marina di Chioggia' squash is a traditional Italian heirloom variety, prized for its rugged, dark green, warty skin and rich, sweet orange flesh. Originating from the coastal town of Chioggia near Venice, this unique pumpkin has been a staple in Italian markets for centuries and is still beloved today for its superb flavor in soups, gnocchi, risottos, and baking.
Its fruits are typically 3–5 kg, round, and deeply ribbed, with a long storage life that makes them excellent for use throughout the winter months. A true standout in the garden and kitchen alike!
How to Grow
. Sow indoors: April – May in pots, 2–3 cm deep
. Transplant outdoors: Late May – June, after frost risk has passed
. Sow outdoors: May – June, directly in the ground
. Spacing: 1 m apart in rich, well-drained soil
. Harvest: September – October, when fruits are fully ripened
Key Features
. Italian heirloom pumpkin with striking warty skin
. Fruits weigh 3–5 kg, perfect for storage
. Sweet, dense, orange flesh – ideal for roasting, soups & baking
. Long-keeping winter squash
. Traditional variety still popular in Venice markets
Ideal For
. Traditional and heritage vegetable gardens
. Chefs and home cooks seeking authentic Italian flavors
. Long-term winter storage
. Eye-catching display in kitchen gardens and autumn harvests
Sowing & Harvesting
. Sow: April – June
. Harvest: September – October
Quick Tip
For best results, feed regularly with compost or organic fertilizer and allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine for maximum sweetness.
Celeriac ‘Albin’ – Seeds (Apium graveolens)
Celeriac ‘Albin’ is a dependable variety producing smooth, round roots with creamy white flesh and excellent flavor. Known for its tender texture and mild, nutty taste, this versatile root vegetable is perfect for mashing, roasting, soups, and salads. A slow-growing but hardy crop, it thrives in cooler climates and stores well through winter.
How to Grow
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Sow indoors: February – April in trays or modules at 18–20°C.
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Transplant outdoors: May, spacing 30 cm apart in rows 40 cm apart.
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Prefers fertile, moisture-retentive soil in full sun.
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Keep well-watered during dry spells to encourage large, smooth roots.
Key Features
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Smooth, round roots with white flesh
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Nutty, mild flavor for versatile cooking
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Good storage qualities for winter use
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Reliable variety for cool climates
Ideal For
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Mashing, roasting, and soups
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Winter storage and seasonal dishes
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Home gardens and allotments
Sowing & Harvest
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Sow: February – April
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Harvest: October – December
Quick Tip
Remove side shoots during the season to focus the plant’s energy on swelling the root.
🧅 Allium cepa Onion ‘Paris Silverskin’ – Classic Small White Pickling Onion with Mild, Sweet Flavour
‘Paris Silverskin’ is a traditional, fast-maturing white onion variety grown especially for small, perfectly round pickling onions. The smooth, silver-white skins and mild, sweet flavour make it ideal for pickling, cocktails, salads, and garnishes. This reliable, early type produces uniform bulbs and is excellent for both kitchen gardens and commercial-style production. Also, suitable for growing as spring onions when harvested young.
Key Features
● Classic small white pickling onion
● Smooth, silvery-white skins and mild flavour
● Early and uniform bulbs
● Suitable for pickling or harvesting young as spring onions
● Reliable, productive variety for beds and containers
How to Sow & Grow Onion ‘Paris Silverskin’ (UK)
Direct outdoors: III–VII (March–July) in fine, well-prepared soil
Harvest: VII–IX (July–September) for small bulbs; earlier for spring onions
Germination temperature: 10–20 °C (50–68 °F)
Average germ time: 10–21 days
Depth: 1 cm (½ in)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Environment: Full sun
Soil type: Fertile, well-drained soil; avoid fresh manure
Plant spacing: 2–5 cm (1–2 in) for pickling onions; 10 cm (4 in) for larger bulbs
Height: 30–40 cm (12–16 in)
Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)
● Thin seedlings early for uniform bulb size.
● Keep beds weed-free — onions dislike competition.
● Water consistently during early growth, less once bulbs swell.
● Harvest when tops fall over and skins begin to dry.
● Excellent for succession sowing for continuous supply.
Special Features
● Perfect for traditional pickled onions
● Early, uniform and ideal for small-space gardens
● Can also be used as spring onions when harvested young
🎃 Cucurbita maxima ‘Pacific Giant’ – Exhibition Giant Pumpkin for Extreme Size
‘Pacific Giant’ is a classic giant pumpkin variety bred specifically for producing exceptionally large fruits, making it a popular choice for exhibitions, competitions and growers aiming for maximum size. With vigorous growth and long trailing vines, this variety is capable of producing massive pumpkins when given rich soil, ample space and consistent feeding.
The fruits are typically large, round to slightly flattened, with a smooth orange rind. While mainly grown for size rather than flavour, ‘Pacific Giant’ is an impressive centrepiece in the garden and a favourite among competitive growers.
Key Features
● Giant pumpkin variety bred for extreme size
● Ideal for shows, competitions and exhibitions
● Very vigorous growth with long trailing vines
● Large, round to flattened fruits
● Requires space, feeding and regular watering
How to Sow & Grow Pumpkin ‘Pacific Giant’ (UK)
Sow indoors: IV (April)
Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) after last frost
Direct outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once soil is warm
Harvest: IX–X (September–October)
Life cycle: Annual
Germination temperature: 20–25 °C (68–77 °F)
Average germ time: 7–10 days
Depth: 2–3 cm (1 in)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Heavy, regular watering
Environment: Full sun
Soil type: Very fertile, deep soil rich in organic matter
Plant spacing: 120–150 cm (4–5 ft)
Growth habit: Long trailing vines
Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)
● Prepare soil with plenty of compost or well-rotted manure.
● Allow only 1–2 fruits per plant to maximise size.
● Feed regularly with a high-potassium fertiliser during fruit development.
● Turn fruits gently during growth to improve shape.
● Lift fruits onto straw or boards to prevent rot.
Corn ‘Strawberry’ Popping – Seeds (Zea japonica)
Corn ‘Strawberry’ Popping (Zea japonica) is a unique and colorful popping corn variety, known for its small, pinkish-red kernels that produce delicious, fluffy popcorn. Easy to grow, this hardy annual thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Perfect for home gardens, educational planting, or novelty popcorn at harvest, it also produces tall, attractive stalks that add vertical interest to borders and vegetable plots.
Why Grow "Strawberry" Popping
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Pinkish-red kernels for fun, colorful popcorn
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Hardy, easy-to-grow annual
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Tall, attractive stalks for vertical garden interest
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Perfect for edible harvest, home gardens, and educational projects
Key Features
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Type: Annual (Zea japonica)
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Height: 120–150 cm
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Flowering/Fruiting: Summer to early autumn
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Position: Full sun
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Uses: Edible popcorn, ornamental planting, educational gardening
Ideal For
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Home gardens and backyard harvest
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Educational planting for children and schools
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Ornamental garden display with tall stalks
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Unique popcorn for novelty harvests
Sowing & Growing
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Sow outdoors: April–May in fertile, well-drained soil
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Germination: 7–14 days at 20–25°C
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Space plants: 25–30 cm apart in rows 60–75 cm apart
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Water regularly until established
🍉 Citrullus lanatus Watermelon ‘Charleston Gray’ – Large, Sweet, Classic American Heirloom with Firm, Red Flesh
‘Charleston Gray’ is a famous heirloom watermelon known for its elongated, light-green rind, deep red juicy flesh, and exceptional sweetness. Highly productive and vigorous, this variety produces large fruits, typically weighing 10–14 kg (22–30 lb). The rind is thick and crack-resistant, making it excellent for transport and long storage. Perfect for fresh eating, fruit salads, juices, and summer desserts. A dependable performer in warm, sunny gardens.
Key Features
● Large, elongated melons with light green rind
● Sweet, crisp, deep red flesh
● Fruits reach 10–14 kg (22–30 lb)
● Crack-resistant rind with good keeping quality
● Vigorous, high-yielding heirloom variety
How to Sow & Grow Watermelon ‘Charleston Gray’ (UK)
Sow indoors: IV–V (April–May) in pots
Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once nights stay above 12 °C (54 °F) and frost danger has passed
Direct outdoors: V–VI (May–June) in warm climates or under cloches
Harvest: VIII–IX (August–September)
Germination temperature: 24–30 °C (75–86 °F)
Average germ time: 7–14 days
Depth: 1–2 cm (½–¾ in)
Light required: Yes
Environment: Full sun
Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogging
Environment: Full sun, warm sheltered site or greenhouse/polytunnel
Soil type: Rich, fertile, well-drained soil; add compost before planting
Plant spacing: 1–1.5 m (3–5 ft)
Vine length: 2–3 m (6.5–10 ft)
Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)
● Start indoors for best results in the UK climate.
● Train vines or provide ample ground space.
● Water consistently until fruits set, then reduce watering for sweeter melons.
● Harvest when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and the rind dulls.
● Warm microclimates or tunnels significantly improve yields.
Special Features
● Excellent storage and transport quality due to thick rind
● Classic American heirloom with outstanding sweetness
● Large, impressive fruits ideal for summer gatherings
🎃 Cucurbita maxima Winter Squash ‘Burgess Buttercup’ – Sweet, Dense, Nutty Flesh with Excellent Winter Storage
‘Burgess Buttercup’ is a classic heirloom winter squash producing dark green, turban-shaped fruits with a distinctive grey “button” on top. The rich orange flesh is exceptionally sweet, dense, smooth and nutty, making it one of the best varieties for roasting, soups, mashing, and baking. Each fruit typically weighs 1.5–2.5 kg (3–5 lb) and stores extremely well through winter. Vigorous vines produce reliable yields and thrive in warm, sunny positions.
Key Features
● Exceptionally sweet, dense, nutty orange flesh
● Excellent winter storage variety
● Vigorous vines with high productivity
● Ideal for roasting, soups, baking, and purées
How to Sow & Grow Winter Squash ‘Burgess Buttercup’ (Cucurbita maxima) – UK
Sow indoors: IV–V (April–May) in pots
Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once frost danger has passed
Direct outdoors: V–VI (May–June) in warm, prepared soil
Harvest: IX–X (September–October)
Germination temperature: 20–25 °C (68–77 °F)
Average germ time: 7–14 days
Depth: 2–3 cm (¾–1¼ in)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist
Environment: Full sun
Soil type: Rich, fertile, moisture-retentive soil
Plant spacing: 1.5–2 m (5–6.5 ft)
Vine length: 2–3 m (6.5–10 ft)
Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)
● Start indoors for earlier fruit set, especially in cooler regions.
● Mulch generously to retain moisture and support large fruits.
● Feed regularly once vines begin running.
● Harvest when rind hardens and the stem becomes corky.
● Cure fruits for 10–14 days in a warm, airy place to improve storage.
Special Features
● Outstanding winter keeper with rich gourmet flavour
● Dense, dry flesh perfect for roasting and baking
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