Stir-Fry & Asian Greens

Spring Onion 'White Lisbon' Seeds (Allium cepa)

A classic favorite, Spring Onion 'White Lisbon' is one of the most popular and reliable scallion varieties. It produces crisp, mild-flavored stems with bright white bases and vibrant green tops, perfect for salads, stir-fries, and garnishes. Fast-growing and hardy, it can be sown throughout the season for a continuous supply of fresh spring onions.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors from early spring to autumn.

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

• Sow thinly, 1 cm deep in rows 20 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 2–3 cm spacing.

• Harvest when stems reach pencil thickness.

Key Features

• Traditional, best-loved spring onion variety

• Mild, fresh flavor with crisp stems

• Quick to mature and easy to grow

• Can be sown successionally for year-round harvest

• Perfect for beds, borders, or containers

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and garnishes

• Stir-fries and Asian dishes

• Continuous cropping through the season

• Beginner-friendly gardens and containers

Sowing

• Best time: February to October

• Depth: 1 cm

• Row spacing: 20 cm

• Plant spacing: Thin to 2–3 cm

• Harvest: From 8 weeks after sowing

Quick Tip

• For tender, mild stems, sow little and often to enjoy fresh onions all season long.

Pak Choi Red 'Inferno' – Seeds (Brassica chinensis)

Bring vibrant color and rich flavor to your garden with Pak Choi Red 'Inferno'. This striking variety produces broad, deep-red leaves with green stems, offering a mild mustard flavor that is perfect for stir-fries, salads, and steaming. Fast-growing and highly productive, it thrives in cooler weather, making it an excellent choice for spring and autumn crops.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors from March to August, or under cover for early/late crops.

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

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm spacing.

• Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

• Harvest young for tender leaves or mature heads.

Key Features

• Striking red-leaved Pak Choi variety

• Mild mustard flavor with crunchy stems

• Fast-growing and versatile in the kitchen

• Thrives in cooler weather and resists bolting

• Excellent for cut-and-come-again harvesting

Ideal For

• Asian-inspired stir-fries and soups

• Fresh salads and garnishes

• Steaming, sautéing, or pickling

• Kitchen gardens, raised beds, and containers

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March to August

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 15–20 cm between plants, 25–30 cm between rows

• Harvest: May to October

Quick Tip

• Keep soil consistently moist to prevent plants from bolting, especially in summer.

Mizuna – Seeds (Brassica rapa var. japonica)

A staple of Japanese cuisine, Mizuna is a fast-growing leafy green with elegant, feathery leaves and a mild, peppery flavor. Often used in salads, stir-fries, and soups, it’s highly versatile and easy to grow. Mizuna is also very cold-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for year-round harvests, especially in spring and autumn.

How to Grow

• Sow outdoors from March to September or under cover in winter for year-round harvest.

• Sow thinly, 0.5 cm deep, in rows 15–20 cm apart.

• Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

• Harvest leaves young for salads or allow plants to mature for cooking.

Key Features

• Japanese mustard green with feathery leaves

• Mild, peppery taste – great for salads, stir-fries & soups

• Fast-growing and highly productive

• Cold-hardy and suitable for year-round cultivation

• Cut-and-come-again variety for continuous harvest

Ideal For

• Asian-inspired cooking

• Salads, soups, and stir-fries

• Kitchen gardens, raised beds, or containers

• Succession sowing for steady supply

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March to September (under cover in winter)

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Spacing: 15–20 cm

• Harvest: 3–6 weeks after sowing

Quick Tip

• Regular harvesting of young leaves will extend the cropping period and prevent the plants from bolting.

Lemongrass – Seeds (Cymbopogon flexuosus)

Lemongrass is a wonderfully fragrant herb, widely used in Asian cuisine for its fresh citrus flavor. This versatile plant can be grown in containers, kitchen gardens, or even indoors on a sunny windowsill. Both the leaves and stems are edible, perfect for curries, teas, marinades, and stir-fries. An attractive, clump-forming grass, it also adds a decorative touch to herb borders.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April in trays or pots of seed compost with gentle heat.

• Transplant: When seedlings are large enough, pot on or plant outdoors after the last frost.

• Soil: Fertile, free-draining soil in full sun.

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart.

• Keep soil moist and protect from cold.

Key Features

• Fragrant herb with citrus aroma

• Essential for Asian cooking

• Edible stems and leaves

• Can be grown in pots, containers, or beds

• Attractive clump-forming grass

Ideal For

• Asian-inspired dishes, teas, and marinades

• Herb gardens, borders, and container growing

• Indoor growing on sunny windowsills

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February – April

• Harvest: July – October (leaves and stems when mature)

Quick Tip

For a continuous harvest, cut stalks at the base while leaving the plant to regrow. In cooler climates, grow in pots and overwinter indoors.

Chinese Cabbage ‘Pak Choi’ Seeds (Brassica oleracea)

Add fresh crunch to your kitchen garden with Chinese Cabbage ‘Pak Choi’ (Brassica oleracea). This fast-growing Asian green produces crisp white stems and tender, glossy green leaves with a mild, sweet flavor. Delicious in stir-fries, soups, and salads, Pak Choi is versatile, nutritious, and easy to grow in beds, borders, or containers.

How to Grow

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

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

• Sow seeds 1 cm deep and thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist to prevent bolting.

• Harvest young leaves as cut-and-come-again or allow plants to mature for full heads.

Key Features

• Crisp white stems with tender, green leaves

• Mild, sweet flavor with high nutritional value

• Fast-growing and productive crop

• Excellent for stir-fries, soups, and fresh salads

• Thrives in gardens, raised beds, and containers

Ideal For

• Stir-fries, soups, and salads

• Cut-and-come-again harvesting or full heads

• Home gardens, allotments, and container growing

• Quick, healthy crops for continuous harvest

Sowing

• Best time: Spring to late summer

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun or partial shade, fertile and moist soil

Quick Tip

• Sow in succession every few weeks for a steady supply of fresh, crunchy Pak Choi.

Chinese Cabbage 'Hilton' – Seeds (Brassica oleracea)

Chinese Cabbage 'Hilton' is a highly productive, reliable variety that produces large, barrel-shaped heads with crisp, pale green leaves and a sweet, mild flavor. Popular in Asian cuisine, it’s perfect for stir-fries, soups, salads, and traditional dishes like kimchi.

Fast-growing and versatile, 'Hilton' is ideal for both spring and late-summer sowings, offering gardeners a quick and rewarding crop.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors from March to May or directly outdoors from April
. For autumn crops, sow again from July to August
. Space plants 30–40 cm apart in fertile, moist soil
. Prefers cooler growing conditions for best results
. Protect young plants from pests such as flea beetles

Key Features

. Large, dense heads of sweet, tender leaves
. Quick-growing variety, ready in 60–75 days
. Excellent for stir-fries, salads, soups, and kimchi
. Can be grown in spring or late summer for staggered harvests
. High yields and reliable performance

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow from March to May or July to August
. Harvest from June to October

Short Tip

For the best flavor, harvest before heads become too mature, as older leaves can turn bitter.

Baby Sweetcorn 'Minigold' – Seeds (Baby Corn)

Grow your own delicious, crunchy baby corn with Baby Sweetcorn 'Minigold'. This early-maturing variety produces tender, sweet mini cobs that are best harvested young, before the kernels swell. Perfect for stir-fries, grilling, steaming, or enjoying as a healthy garden snack. Easy to grow and high-yielding, making it a great addition to both small gardens and larger plots.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors from April to May in pots, 2–3 cm deep
. Sow outdoors from May, once frost has passed and soil is warm
. Plant in blocks for good pollination, spacing 20 cm apart
. Prefers sunny, sheltered spot with fertile, well-drained soil
. Harvest when cobs are 10–12 cm long, before kernels develop

Key Features

. Produces tender, crunchy baby corn
. Sweet flavor with perfect texture
. High-yielding and early variety
. Harvest young for best taste
. Excellent for stir-fries, salads, and steaming

Ideal For

. Healthy garden snacks
. Stir-fries, grilling, and Asian dishes
. Fresh eating straight after harvest
. Home gardeners seeking unique crops

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: April – May
. Harvest: July – September

Quick Tip

Pick regularly while cobs are small to encourage continuous cropping and maintain their tender sweetness.

Crown Daisy Mix Seeds (Chrysanthemum coronarium)

The Crown Daisy Mix is a cheerful, easy-to-grow annual producing masses of daisy-like blooms in shades of yellow, white, and bicolors with striking dark rings. These vibrant flowers not only add a burst of color to borders and beds but are also valued as edible greens in many cuisines. Their fast growth, abundant flowering, and versatility make them a delightful addition to any summer garden.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, long-lasting blooms in yellow, white & ringed bicolors

• Dual-purpose: ornamental flowers and edible foliage

• Quick and easy to grow in almost any soil

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Chrysanthemum coronarium (also known as Glebionis coronaria)

• Variety: Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–70 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; light, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Summer bedding & borders

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Edible landscapes (young leaves used in Asian cuisine)

• Cottage garden plantings

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May directly outdoors after frost risk has passed

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly in well-prepared soil and cover lightly with fine soil

   • Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

4. Care: Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowering; harvest young leaves if growing for culinary use

CHINESE SPINACH ‘RED CALLALOO’ SEEDS (Amaranthus tricolor)

Chinese Spinach ‘Red Callaloo’ is a fast-growing, heat-tolerant leafy green prized for its tender, nutritious leaves. With striking red and green foliage, it is both ornamental and edible, adding color to your garden and flavor to your kitchen. A staple in Asian and Caribbean cuisine, it thrives through summer and can be harvested young for salads or mature for cooking.

Why Grow "Red Callaloo"

• Nutritious, tender leaves with a mild spinach-like flavor

• Heat-loving, fast-growing summer green

• Vibrant red and green foliage adds ornamental value

• A staple in Asian and Caribbean dishes

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Amaranthus tricolor)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Harvest: 30–60 days from sowing

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Salads, stir-fries, soups, stews, ornamental beds

Ideal For

• Growing nutritious, heat-tolerant summer greens

• Adding vibrant color to vegetable and ornamental gardens

• Harvesting as baby leaves or mature greens

• Home cooks and gardeners looking for dual-purpose crops

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: After last frost when soil is warm

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings: 20–30 cm apart

• Harvest young leaves for salads or mature for cooking

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil