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Broad Bean 'Karmazyn' – Seeds (Vicia faba)

Broad Bean 'Karmazyn' is a robust, high-yielding variety with large, tender seeds and vigorous, upright growth. Its delicious, creamy beans are perfect for fresh eating, steaming, or adding to soups, stews, and casseroles.

This variety is well-suited to cooler climates and early spring sowing, making it a reliable crop for home gardens and allotments. Its tall, sturdy plants also provide a natural support structure, reducing the need for staking.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors: February – April

• Depth: 5–7 cm

• Spacing: 20–30 cm apart in rows 50–60 cm apart

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Soil: Fertile, moderately rich, pH-neutral

• Support: Optional staking for taller plants

Key Features

• Large, tender seeds with excellent flavor

• High-yielding and vigorous growth

• Early-sown and hardy, suited for cooler climates

• Ideal for fresh eating, steaming, or cooking in dishes

• Minimal maintenance with natural upright support

Harvest

• Harvesting period: May – July

• Pick beans when pods are full but still tender for best taste.

Short Tip

Sow early for a spring harvest and protect young plants from frost if necessary.

Broad Bean ‘Bison’ Seeds (Vicia faba)

Grow a reliable and productive crop with Broad Bean ‘Bison’ (Vicia faba). This classic variety produces large, tender beans perfect for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing. Hardy and easy to grow, it thrives in temperate gardens and helps improve soil fertility with natural nitrogen fixation.

How to Grow

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

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

• Plant seeds 5 cm deep and 15–20 cm apart, with rows 50 cm apart.

• Support taller plants with stakes if necessary.

• Water regularly to keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging.

• Harvest beans when pods are well-filled but still tender.

Key Features

• Large, tender broad beans

• Hardy and productive variety

• Ideal for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing

• Improves soil fertility through nitrogen fixation

• Reliable and easy to grow in temperate climates

Ideal For

• Vegetable gardens and allotments

• Fresh harvest for cooking or freezing

• Crop rotation and soil improvement

• Companion planting with nitrogen-demanding crops

Sowing

• Best time: Early to late spring outdoors

• Depth: 5 cm

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart, rows 50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks for a longer harvest period.

Baby Leaf Mixture – Oriental Mix – 1000 Seeds

Description:
Enjoy fresh, flavorful greens with the Baby Leaf Mixture – Oriental Mix, a vibrant blend of fast-growing Asian salad leaves. This mix includes a variety of mild to spicy flavors and colorful textures — typically featuring Mizuna, Pak Choi, Tatsoi, Mustard, and other leafy brassicas. Perfect for cut-and-come-again harvests, this easy-to-grow mix thrives in beds, containers, and window boxes, offering a steady supply of nutritious greens all season long.

Key Features

• Blend of flavorful Asian baby leaf varieties

• Fast-growing and suitable for cut-and-come-again harvesting

• Mild to spicy leaves with diverse textures and colors

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants

• Easy to grow indoors or outdoors

Ideal For

• Salads, stir-fries, and garnishes

• Kitchen gardens and raised beds

• Containers, window boxes, and balcony planters

• Quick, fresh homegrown harvests

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors/Under Cover: February–September

• Sow Outdoors: March–October

• Germination: 5–10 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: Broadcast or thin to 10–15 cm apart

• Harvest: 3–5 weeks after sowing

• Light: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, moist, and well-drained

Care Tips

• Water regularly to keep soil moist

• Harvest young leaves for best flavor

• Re-sow every few weeks for a continuous supply

• Protect from flea beetles with fine mesh if needed

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.

Broad Bean ‘Windsor’ Seeds (Vicia faba)

Grow hearty, nutritious beans with Broad Bean ‘Windsor’ (Vicia faba). This classic variety produces large, flavorful beans ideal for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing. Hardy and easy to grow, it thrives in temperate climates and enriches the soil with nitrogen, making it perfect for vegetable gardens and crop rotation.

How to Grow

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

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

• Plant seeds 5 cm deep and 15–20 cm apart in rows 50 cm apart.

• Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

• Support taller plants with stakes if necessary.

• Harvest beans when pods are well-filled but still tender.

Key Features

• Large, flavorful broad beans

• Hardy and easy-to-grow variety

• Ideal for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing

• Enriches soil with nitrogen for crop rotation

• Reliable and productive in temperate climates

Ideal For

• Vegetable gardens and allotments

• Fresh harvest, cooking, and freezing

• Crop rotation and soil improvement

• Companion planting with nitrogen-demanding crops

Sowing

• Best time: Early to late spring outdoors

• Depth: 5 cm

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart in rows 50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks for a longer harvest period.

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.

Onion ‘Ailsa Craig’ – Seeds

(Allium cepa)

Onion ‘Ailsa Craig’ is a traditional British heirloom variety, prized for its extra-large, globe-shaped bulbs and sweet, mild flavor. Known as the “show onion,” it’s a popular choice for exhibition growers and home gardeners alike. The golden-skinned bulbs can reach impressive sizes while maintaining tender, juicy flesh — perfect for slicing, salads, or cooking.

Key Features

• Type: Bulb onion (Heirloom)

• Bulb Size: Extra-large, globe-shaped

• Skin Color: Golden-brown

• Flesh: White, sweet, and mild

• Days to Maturity: 100–120 days

• Storage: Medium (best used fresh)

Ideal For

• Exhibition and show growing

• Fresh salads and mild onion dishes

• Home gardens and allotments

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January – February

• Transplant outdoors: April – May

• Harvest: August – September

• Spacing: 10–15 cm apart

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Rich, fertile, well-drained soil

Care Tips

• Feed regularly for strong bulb growth.

• Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging.

• Lift bulbs once tops start to yellow and fall over.

Winter Leek ‘Elephant’ – 400 Seeds

(Allium porrum) – Giant Winter Leek

The Winter Leek ‘Elephant’ is a traditional variety producing thick, tall stems with excellent cold tolerance, making it perfect for harvesting right through the winter months. With its mild, sweet onion-like flavor and robust size, it is a reliable crop for the kitchen garden. Ideal for soups, stews, roasting, and classic leek dishes.

Key Features

• Type: Winter-hardy leek

• Stems: Thick, long, and upright

• Flavor: Mild, sweet, and tender

• Harvest period: November to March

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moisture-retentive

Ideal For

• Winter harvesting and extended cropping

• Soups, stews, casseroles, and roasting

• Kitchen gardens, allotments, and small farms

• Cold-climate vegetable production

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March in modules or seed trays.

• Sow outdoors: March–April in a prepared seedbed.

• Transplant: May–June, spacing 15 cm apart in rows 30–40 cm apart.

• Harvest: From late autumn through to early spring.

Care Tips

• Earth up around stems to blanch them and keep them tender.

• Keep soil moist during dry spells.

• Rotate crops yearly to avoid onion pests and diseases.

Onion 'Spanish Sun' Seeds (Allium cepa)

Bring sunshine to your garden with Onion 'Spanish Sun', a reliable, early-maturing variety that produces large, globe-shaped golden bulbs. Known for its mild, sweet flavor and crisp texture, it’s perfect for fresh salads, cooking, or storing. Easy to grow and versatile in the kitchen, this onion is a must-have for every vegetable garden.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from January to March or directly outdoors from March to April.

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

• Sow seeds 1 cm deep in rows 30 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 10 cm spacing for full-sized bulbs.

• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

Key Features

• Early-maturing, large golden bulbs

• Mild, sweet flavor with crisp texture

• Suitable for fresh use, cooking, or storing

• Reliable variety for consistent yields

• Easy to grow in most garden soils

Ideal For

• Home gardeners and allotments

• Fresh salads, soups, and everyday cooking

• Long-term storage after harvest

• Gardeners seeking early, high-quality onions

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors January–March, outdoors March–April

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 10 cm between plants, 30 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun, well-drained fertile soil

• Harvest: August to September

Quick Tip

• Allow bulbs to fully dry in the sun before storing to extend their shelf life.