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Swede – Seeds (Brassica napus)

Swede (also known as rutabaga or Swedish turnip) is a hardy root vegetable that produces large, round roots with golden-yellow flesh and a sweet, earthy flavor. It is an excellent choice for winter storage and a versatile kitchen staple, ideal for roasting, mashing, stews, and soups.

This traditional cool-season crop is easy to grow, highly nutritious, and a reliable addition to any vegetable garden or allotment.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors: May – July

• Depth: 1–2 cm

• Spacing: 20 cm apart in rows 40 cm apart

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, firm, well-drained soil enriched with compost

• Watering: Keep soil moist during dry spells to avoid woody roots

Key Features

• Traditional root crop with sweet, golden-yellow flesh

• Excellent for roasting, mashing, soups, and stews

• Stores well for use throughout winter

• Hardy and reliable in cooler climates

• Easy to grow with minimal care

Harvest

• Harvesting period: October – February

• Lift roots as needed for fresh use or store for winter months.

Short Tip

Thin seedlings early to give roots space to develop fully.

Squash 'Ambar' Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

Grow something unique with Squash 'Ambar', a vigorous hybrid variety that produces glossy, dark green cylindrical fruits with excellent texture and flavor. Known for its high yields and uniform fruits, this variety is a reliable choice for both home gardeners and kitchen enthusiasts. Perfect for grilling, roasting, and stuffing, ‘Ambar’ brings versatility and freshness to your summer meals.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in April–May or directly outdoors after frost.

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

• Sow 2–3 seeds 2 cm deep in pots or outdoor stations.

• Thin to the strongest seedling, spacing 60–80 cm apart.

• Water regularly and feed for abundant crops.

Key Features

• High-yielding hybrid squash variety

• Glossy dark green, uniform fruits

• Excellent texture and mild, delicious flavor

• Vigorous, productive plants all season

• Ideal for grilling, stuffing, or light summer dishes

Ideal For

• Home gardeners wanting reliable, heavy crops

• Summer vegetable gardens

• Fresh, healthy cooking from garden to table

• Growers looking for uniform, market-quality fruits

Sowing

• Best time: April to June

• Depth: 2 cm

• Spacing: 60–80 cm between plants

• Position: Sunny, sheltered spot with fertile soil

• Harvest: From July to September

Quick Tip

• Harvest fruits regularly when young (15–20 cm) to ensure tender texture and encourage the plant to keep producing.

Red Pear Tomato – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The Red Pear Tomato is a charming heirloom variety producing clusters of small, pear-shaped, bright red fruits. With a sweet, tangy flavor and firm texture, these tomatoes are perfect for fresh snacking, salads, or adding a decorative touch to dishes. Highly productive and visually appealing, they are a favorite for both garden aesthetics and culinary use.

How to Grow

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

• Maintain 18–22°C until germination.

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

• Support plants with stakes or cages to handle heavy clusters of fruit.

Key Features

• Heirloom pear-shaped fruits in bright red

• Sweet, tangy flavor and firm texture

• High-yielding and productive

• Ideal for fresh eating and salads

• Attractive ornamental value for gardens and containers

Ideal For

• Snacking, fresh salads, and garnishes

• Home gardens and patio pots

• Heirloom collections and colorful vegetable displays

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February to April

• Plant out: May to June

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• Pick fruits regularly as they ripen to encourage continuous production and maintain plant vigor.

Patty Pan 'Custard White' – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)

The Patty Pan 'Custard White' is a striking summer squash variety producing creamy white, scalloped fruits with a tender texture and mild, nutty flavor. These unique squashes can be harvested young for grilling, steaming, and stir-fries or left to mature for stuffing and baking. Both ornamental and delicious, they add variety to your kitchen garden and your plate.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors from April or directly outdoors from May once the soil has warmed.

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

• Space plants 60–90 cm apart in sunny, fertile soil.

• Water regularly and feed for a steady crop.

Key Features

• Distinctive white, scalloped fruits

• Tender flesh with mild, nutty flavor

• Harvest young or mature depending on use

• Highly productive and ornamental

• Versatile for grilling, baking, or stuffing

Ideal For

• Summer vegetable gardens

• Home cooks seeking versatile squash

• Decorative harvest baskets and kitchen displays

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April to June

• Harvest: July to October

Quick Tip

• Harvest fruits when small and tender for the best flavor and a continuous crop.

Parsley Hamburg 'Alba' – Seeds (Petroselinum crispum)

Parsley Hamburg 'Alba' is a dual-purpose variety grown both for its large, white, parsnip-like roots and its flavorful parsley leaves. The roots are excellent roasted, boiled, or grated raw into salads, while the leaves can be used fresh as a garnish or in cooking. A versatile and easy-to-grow addition to the kitchen garden.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors: March – July, directly into well-prepared soil.

• Thin seedlings to 15 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart.

• Prefers fertile, light, well-drained soil.

• Water regularly for strong root development.

Key Features

• Root parsley variety with sweet, nutty flavor

• Dual-purpose: edible roots & aromatic leaves

• Easy to grow and hardy in most soils

• Stores well after harvest

• Great for soups, stews, roasting, and garnishing

Ideal For

• Root vegetable dishes

• Fresh parsley leaves for cooking

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March – July

• Harvest: October – December

Quick Tip

For the best roots, loosen soil well before sowing to allow long, straight growth.

Okra 'Clemson Spineless' – Seeds (Abelmoschus esculentus)

Okra 'Clemson Spineless' is the most popular and widely grown okra variety, prized for its tender, spineless green pods and high yields. A warm-season crop, it thrives in sunny conditions and produces long, slim pods that are perfect for frying, grilling, soups, curries, and traditional gumbo dishes. Compact and productive, it’s ideal for home gardens or allotments.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: March – May in pots or modules with heat.

• Transplant outdoors: After last frost when soil has warmed.

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.

• Spacing: 30–45 cm apart.

• Water regularly during dry spells to encourage pod production.

Key Features

• Famous spineless okra variety

• High-yielding and fast-growing

• Tender, slim pods with rich flavor

• Heat-loving annual for summer harvests

• Perfect for gumbo, curries, soups, and frying

Ideal For

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

• Sunny, sheltered growing positions

• Gardeners who enjoy exotic vegetables

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March – May

• Harvest: July – October

Quick Tip

Harvest pods when young (7–10 cm long) for the best flavor and tenderness. Picking regularly encourages further production.

Kohlrabi 'Violeta' – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)

Kohlrabi 'Violeta' is a striking purple-skinned variety with crisp, white flesh and a sweet, nutty taste. Its unique color and mild flavor make it an excellent addition to both the garden and the kitchen. Perfect eaten raw in salads, grated into slaws, or lightly cooked in stir-fries, soups, and roasts.

This fast-growing crop is hardy, reliable, and suitable for multiple sowings throughout the season. Compact plants make it an ideal choice for small gardens, raised beds, or containers.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors/outdoors: March – July

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 20–25 cm between plants, 30 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist to prevent woodiness and splitting

Key Features

• Vibrant purple variety with sweet, crisp white flesh

• Delicious raw or cooked – versatile in salads, stir-fries, and roasts

• Fast-growing and suitable for repeat sowings

• Compact plants – ideal for small gardens and containers

• Attractive crop with ornamental value in the vegetable patch

Harvest

• Harvesting period: May – October

• Pick when bulbs reach 5–8 cm in diameter for the best flavor and texture.

Short Tip

For tender bulbs, avoid letting plants become oversized – harvest regularly.

Green Purslane – Seeds

(Portulaca oleracea sativa)

Green Purslane is a fast-growing, highly nutritious leafy vegetable known for its crisp texture and slightly tangy, lemony flavor. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, it’s a popular choice for fresh salads, smoothies, soups, and stir-fries. This hardy annual thrives in warm, sunny spots and poor soils, making it an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance crop.

Why Grow Green Purslane?

• Nutritious superfood rich in omega-3s & antioxidants

• Succulent leaves with a refreshing, tangy taste

• Quick-growing and drought-tolerant

• Versatile in the kitchen: salads, soups, smoothies & sautés

Key Features

• Type: Annual herb/leafy vegetable

• Height: 15–30 cm

• Harvest: 6–8 weeks from sowing

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or poor soils tolerated

Ideal For

• Kitchen & herb gardens

• Containers and small spaces

• Healthy cooking & raw food diets

• Easy, low-maintenance cultivation

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–July, directly in soil after frost risk has passed

• Sow thinly and cover lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 15 cm apart

• Harvest leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth

Giant Tomato 'Brutus' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Tomato 'Brutus' is a giant beefsteak variety, famous for producing some of the largest tomatoes you will ever grow. These fruits can weigh up to 1 kg each, with a meaty texture and rich, classic tomato flavor. Perfect for slicing, sandwiches, and hearty summer salads, 'Brutus' is a true showstopper in the vegetable garden.

This vigorous plant thrives in fertile soil with plenty of sun and water, rewarding growers with impressive yields of huge, delicious fruits.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors from February to April, 0.5 cm deep in trays or pots
. Transplant to greenhouse or outdoors after the last frost, spacing 60 cm apart
. Requires rich, well-drained soil in a sunny position
. Provide strong support with stakes or cages for heavy fruits
. Water regularly and feed with a tomato fertilizer for best results

Key Features

. Produces extra-large beefsteak tomatoes, up to 1 kg each
. Meaty texture with rich, full tomato flavor
. Excellent for slicing and cooking
. High-yielding variety with impressive fruit size
. Suitable for outdoor or greenhouse cultivation

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow from February to April
. Harvest from July to September

Short Tip

Remove side shoots to encourage fewer but larger fruits for record-breaking tomato harvests.