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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
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Sow outdoors: May – July
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Depth: 1–2 cm
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Spacing: 20 cm apart in rows 40 cm apart
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Position: Full sun
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Soil: Fertile, firm, well-drained soil enriched with compost
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Watering: Keep soil moist during dry spells to avoid woody roots
Key Features
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Traditional root crop with sweet, golden-yellow flesh
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Excellent for roasting, mashing, soups, and stews
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Stores well for use throughout winter
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Hardy and reliable in cooler climates
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Easy to grow with minimal care
Harvest
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Harvesting period: October – February
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Lift roots as needed for fresh use or store for winter months.
Short Tip
Thin seedlings early to give roots space to develop fully.
Oil Squash 'Olga' Pumpkin – Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)
The Oil Squash 'Olga' is a versatile pumpkin variety prized for its dense, flavorful flesh and high oil content. Ideal for culinary use, soups, baking, or roasting, 'Olga' produces medium to large, round fruits with smooth skin and rich, orange flesh.
This vigorous plant grows well in garden beds or allotments, providing reliable yields throughout the season. Its robust growth habit and excellent storage qualities make it a practical choice for home gardeners seeking both taste and productivity.
How to Grow
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Sow outdoors: April – May after last frost
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Plant spacing: 100–120 cm between plants
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Position: Full sun
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Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost
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Care: Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture; remove weeds to support healthy growth
Key Features
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Medium to large, round pumpkins with smooth skin
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Dense, flavorful flesh ideal for oil extraction, cooking, or baking
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High-yielding and vigorous plants
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Good storage qualities for long-term use
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Suitable for garden beds or allotments
Harvest
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Harvesting period: 90–120 days after sowing
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Pick when the skin is fully colored and hard; store in a dry, cool place.
Short Tip
Allow fruits to fully ripen on the vine for maximum flavor and oil content.
Cucurbita maxima 'Queensland Blue' is a traditional Australian winter squash producing impressive, deeply ribbed fruits with distinctive slate-blue to blue-grey skin and rich orange flesh. The dense flesh has an excellent sweet, rich flavour and is particularly well suited to roasting, baking, soups and other autumn and winter dishes.
A vigorous trailing variety, Queensland Blue produces substantial fruits with excellent keeping qualities when allowed to mature fully and properly cured after harvest. Plants thrive in rich soil and a warm, sunny position, making this an excellent choice for allotments and productive kitchen gardens where there is plenty of space for the vigorous vines.
● Distinctive deeply ribbed, slate-blue to blue-grey fruits
● Dense, sweet orange flesh with excellent culinary quality
● Superb winter squash for roasting, baking and soups
● Excellent storage qualities after proper curing
● Traditional Australian heritage variety
● Kitchen gardens
● Allotments
● Autumn and winter cooking
● Growing vegetables for storage
● Large sunny vegetable beds
● Sow seeds individually in pots and place them on their side approximately 1.5–2 cm deep, reducing unnecessary root disturbance before planting out.
● Prepare the final planting position with plenty of well-rotted organic matter, as Queensland Blue is a vigorous, hungry crop that performs best in fertile soil.
● Water deeply and consistently during flowering and fruit development, directing water towards the soil rather than over the foliage.
● Raise developing fruits slightly off damp soil using a board, tile or similar dry surface to reduce prolonged contact with wet ground.
● Harvest mature fruits with a section of stalk attached and cure them before storage; fully matured Queensland Blue is particularly valued for its excellent keeping qualities.
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.
🥕 Beta vulgaris ‘Burpee’s Golden’ – Vibrant Golden Beetroot with Sweet, Mild Flavour
‘Burpee’s Golden’ is a distinctive heirloom beetroot variety producing rich golden-orange roots with a sweet, mild flavour and smooth, tender texture. Unlike red beets, it does not bleed when sliced or cooked, making it ideal for colourful salads, roasting, pickling, and gourmet dishes. The attractive green tops are also excellent as spinach-like greens. Fast-growing and reliable, this variety performs well in beds, raised beds, and containers.
Key Features
● Golden-orange roots with sweet, mild flavour
● Does not bleed when cut or cooked
● Smooth, tender texture ideal for roasting and salads
● Edible green tops, nutritious and versatile
● Fast-growing and suitable for beds or containers
How to Sow & Grow Beetroot ‘Burpee’s Golden’ (UK)
Direct outdoors: III–VII (March–July)
Harvest: VI–X (June–October)
Germination temperature: 8–25 °C (46–77 °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: Light, fertile, well-drained soil; avoid fresh manure
Plant spacing: 10 cm (4 in) between plants; 25–30 cm (10–12 in) between rows
Height: 25–35 cm (10–14 in)
Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)
● Thin seedlings early — each seed cluster may contain multiple seeds.
● Harvest young for the sweetest, tender roots.
● Water regularly to avoid woody or tough roots.
● Leaves can be harvested young as nutritious greens.
● Successive sowings ensure continuous cropping.
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.
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.
Onion Tosca – 80 Seeds (Allium cepa)
Description:
Grow flavorful, versatile onions with Onion Tosca (Allium cepa). This high-quality variety produces medium-sized, firm bulbs with a mild, slightly sweet taste. Ideal for salads, cooking, and pickling, Tosca onions are easy to grow from seed and suitable for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and allotments. Resistant to common diseases, they offer reliable harvests throughout the season.
Key Features
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Medium-sized, firm bulbs with mild, sweet flavor
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Suitable for salads, cooking, and pickling
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Disease-resistant and reliable variety
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Easy to grow from seed
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Ideal for home and small-scale gardens
Ideal For
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Kitchen gardens and raised beds
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Culinary use: raw, cooked, or pickled
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Allotments and small vegetable plots
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Home gardeners seeking reliable onions
Sowing & Growing
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Sow Indoors: February–March
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Transplant Outdoors: April–May, after frost
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Germination: 10–14 days at 15–20°C
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Spacing: 10–15 cm apart in rows 25–30 cm apart
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Height: 30–40 cm
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Light: Full sun
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Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter
Care Tips
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Water regularly but avoid waterlogging
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Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding
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Fertilize lightly during growth
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Harvest when bulbs are firm and tops begin to yellow
Celery ‘Utah’ Seeds (Apium graveolens var. secalinum)
Grow crisp, tender stalks with Celery ‘Utah’ (Apium graveolens var. secalinum). This reliable variety produces tall, smooth, green stems with a fresh, mild flavor, perfect for salads, soups, and stews. Known for its disease resistance and consistent quality, it’s a favorite for home gardeners and a must-have in the kitchen garden.
How to Grow
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Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.
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Use moist, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.
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Sow seeds thinly on the surface, pressing gently without covering deeply.
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Keep soil consistently moist; germination may take 14–21 days.
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Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart.
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Harvest stems when they reach full size but remain crisp.
Key Features
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Produces tall, smooth, green stalks
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Crisp texture with a mild, refreshing flavor
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Excellent for soups, stews, and salads
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Strong, reliable, and disease-resistant variety
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Perfect for home gardens and allotments
Ideal For
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Fresh salads, cooking, and soups
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Vegetable gardens, allotments, and raised beds
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Gardeners who want a reliable, easy celery variety
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Continuous harvesting through the season
Sowing
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Best time: Indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost
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Depth: Surface sow, cover lightly
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Spacing: 25–30 cm apart
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Prefers full sun and fertile, moist soil
Quick Tip
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Water regularly and mulch around plants to keep soil cool and prevent stems from becoming tough or stringy.
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