Succession Sowing Favourites

Carrot 'Early Nantes 3' – Seeds (Daucus carota)

The classic Carrot 'Early Nantes 3' is a reliable, early-maturing variety producing smooth, cylindrical roots with a bright orange color and sweet, tender flesh. Known for its uniform shape and excellent flavor, it’s perfect for fresh eating, juicing, steaming, or roasting. A favorite among gardeners, this variety is easy to grow and ideal for successional sowing throughout the season.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds outdoors from March to July.

• Sow thinly, 1 cm deep, in finely prepared soil, in rows 20–30 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 5–8 cm spacing for well-formed roots.

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

• Keep soil moist to prevent splitting.

Key Features

• Classic early Nantes variety

• Smooth, uniform, cylindrical roots

• Sweet, tender flesh with excellent flavor

• Quick to mature and high-yielding

• Great for successional sowing

Ideal For

• Fresh eating and juicing

• Steaming, roasting, or soups

• Succession sowing for extended harvests

• Kitchen gardens, raised beds, and allotments

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March to July

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 5–8 cm between plants, 20–30 cm between rows

• Harvest: June to October

Quick Tip

• Sow little and often every 2–3 weeks for a continuous supply of tender carrots.

Summer Cabbage 'Holt' – Seeds

(Brassica oleracea) – Early, Tender & Reliable Summer Variety

Summer Cabbage 'Holt' is a fast-growing, summer-harvest variety that forms compact, firm, round heads with sweet, mild-tasting leaves. Known for its reliability and early maturity, it is perfect for fresh salads, coleslaw, stir-fries, and light cooking. An excellent choice for gardeners wanting a dependable summer crop.

Key Features

• Type: Biennial, grown as annual

• Heads: Compact, firm, medium-sized round heads

• Flavor: Mild, sweet, crisp texture

• Harvest: Early to mid-summer

• Use: Salads, slaws, stir-fries, light cooking

Ideal For

• Summer harvests with fresh flavor

• Home gardens and allotments

• Healthy, light seasonal dishes

• Succession sowing for continuous cropping

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April for transplanting.

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in the ground.

• Spacing: 40–50 cm between plants, 60 cm between rows.

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

• Sunlight: Full sun for best results.

• Harvest: June–August, when heads are firm.

Care Tips

• Water regularly to maintain steady growth.

• Protect from cabbage root fly and caterpillars.

• Harvest promptly to prevent splitting.

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.

Summer White Onion ‘Alibaba’ Seeds (Allium cepa)

Grow mild, crisp onions with Summer White Onion ‘Alibaba’ (Allium cepa). This early-maturing summer variety produces medium-sized, pearly white bulbs with a sweet, delicate flavor, perfect for fresh salads, cooking, and light pickling. Easy to grow and reliable, it’s ideal for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and allotments.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in early spring.

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

• Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep and thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for germination (10–14 days).

• Harvest bulbs when tops begin to yellow and fall over; cure in a dry, airy place before storage.

Key Features

• Medium-sized, pearly white bulbs with mild, sweet flavor

• Early-maturing summer variety

• Ideal for fresh salads, cooking, and light pickling

• Hardy, productive, and easy to grow

• Suitable for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and allotments

Ideal For

• Vegetable gardens, raised beds, and allotments

• Fresh salads, cooking, and pickling

• Succession sowing for continuous harvest

• Homegrown culinary use

Sowing

• Best time: 8–10 weeks before last frost indoors or early spring outdoors

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 10–15 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow in succession every 2–3 weeks to enjoy a steady supply of tender, mild white onions.

Carrot ‘Naomi’ Nantes Type Seeds (Daucus carota)

Enjoy sweet, tender carrots with Carrot ‘Naomi’ (Daucus carota), a classic Nantes type. This reliable variety produces uniform, cylindrical roots with smooth skin and excellent flavor, perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or cooking. Early-maturing and easy to grow, it’s an ideal choice for home gardens, raised beds, and allotments.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors from early spring to midsummer.

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

• Sow seeds 1 cm deep in rows, spacing seedlings 5–8 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for even germination (10–14 days).

• Harvest roots when they reach 15–18 cm in length for best flavor and texture.

Key Features

• Classic Nantes type with smooth, cylindrical roots

• Sweet flavor and tender texture

• Early-maturing and uniform growth

• Excellent for fresh eating, juicing, and cooking

• Reliable and easy to grow in most soils

Ideal For

• Vegetable gardens, raised beds, and allotments

• Fresh eating, juicing, cooking, and freezing

• Continuous harvests with succession sowing

• Gardeners of all levels

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring to midsummer outdoors

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 5–8 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow in succession every 3 weeks to enjoy a continuous supply of sweet, tender carrots.

Summer Savoy Cabbage ‘Blistra’ F1 – Seeds

(Brassica oleracea var. sabauda) – Early Savoy Cabbage Hybrid

The Summer Savoy Cabbage ‘Blistra’ F1 is a high-quality hybrid producing medium-sized, well-filled, crinkled heads with a fresh green color. Known for its excellent texture, delicate flavor, and reliable performance, it is perfect for summer to early autumn harvests. Its tender, blistered leaves are ideal for both raw use in salads and traditional cooking.

Key Features

• Type: F1 hybrid savoy cabbage

• Heads: Medium-sized, compact, with crinkled leaves

• Flavor: Mild, sweet, and tender

• Harvest period: Summer through early autumn

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Fresh salads, slaws, and wraps

• Steaming, boiling, or braising

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

• Successional planting for staggered harvests

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots.

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared seedbeds.

• Transplant: When seedlings are large enough, spacing 40–50 cm apart.

• Harvest: From July to October, depending on sowing time.

Care Tips

• Keep soil consistently moist to encourage even head formation.

• Protect young plants from pests like cabbage white butterflies.

• Apply a general fertilizer or compost before planting out.

Red Onion ‘Rossa di Toscana’ – 300 Seeds (Allium cepa)

Grow flavorful, vibrant onions with Red Onion ‘Rossa di Toscana’ (Allium cepa). This Italian heirloom variety produces medium-sized, deep red bulbs with a mild, sweet taste, perfect for fresh salads, cooking, and pickling. Easy to grow and highly productive, it’s ideal for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and allotments.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in early spring.

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

• Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep and thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for germination (10–14 days).

• Harvest bulbs when tops begin to yellow and fall over; cure in a dry, airy place before storage.

Key Features

• Medium-sized, deep red bulbs with mild, sweet flavor

• Heirloom Italian variety

• Ideal for fresh salads, cooking, and pickling

• Hardy, productive, and easy to grow

• Suitable for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and allotments

Ideal For

• Vegetable gardens, raised beds, and allotments

• Fresh salads, cooking, and pickling

• Succession sowing for continuous harvest

• Homegrown culinary use

Sowing

• Best time: 8–10 weeks before last frost indoors or early spring outdoors

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 10–15 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow in succession every 2–3 weeks to enjoy a continuous supply of sweet, vibrant red onions.

Radish ‘Slovana’ – Seeds

(Raphanus sativus) – Crisp, Round, Reliable Radish

The Radish ‘Slovana’ is a traditional, reliable variety producing uniform, round roots with a bright red skin and firm white flesh. Known for its mild, slightly peppery taste and crunchy texture, it’s an excellent choice for both early spring and autumn sowings. This variety is particularly valued for its slow tendency to bolt, ensuring a longer harvest period.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual root crop

• Root shape: Round, smooth, bright red skin with crisp white flesh

• Flavor: Mild, slightly spicy, refreshing

• Position: Sunny or semi-shade

• Soil: Loose, fertile, and well-drained

• Growth: Fast (harvest in 25–35 days)

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and sandwiches

• Crunchy snacks straight from the garden

• Successional sowing for continuous harvest

• Containers, raised beds, and open ground

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–September directly into prepared soil.

• Depth: 1 cm deep in shallow drills.

• Spacing: Thin to 2–4 cm apart, rows 15 cm apart.

• Harvest: When roots are plump and still tender, usually within 4 weeks.

Care Tips

• Water consistently to prevent cracking and keep roots juicy.

• Best eaten young—older roots can become woody or pithy.

• Sow little and often for a steady supply through the season.

Radish ‘Carmen’ Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Add crisp, vibrant color to your garden with Radish ‘Carmen’ (Raphanus sativus). This fast-growing variety produces round, bright red roots with a mild, crunchy flavor, perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, and quick harvests. Easy to grow and reliable, it’s ideal for both kitchen gardens and raised beds.

How to Grow

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

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

• Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep and thin seedlings to 5–8 cm apart.

• Keep soil consistently moist for best germination and growth (5–10 days).

• Harvest roots when fully formed but tender for best flavor.

Key Features

• Round, bright red roots with mild, crunchy flavor

• Fast-growing and easy to cultivate

• Ideal for fresh salads, garnishes, and snacking

• Reliable and productive in temperate climates

• Suitable for successive sowing for continuous harvest

Ideal For

• Kitchen gardens and raised beds

• Fresh salads, garnishes, and cooking

• Succession sowing for continuous harvest

• Adding vibrant color to vegetable beds

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring to late summer outdoors

• Depth: 1–2 cm

• Spacing: Thin to 5–8 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply of tender, colorful radishes throughout the season.