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Antirrhinum Lucky Lips (ANT180)
New for 2019/20
Produces long spikes of contrastiing purple-red and white flowers.Makes a great home cut flower. 50-70cm.
‘Snapdragon’. Annual, which can be sown early and sold April onwards as it is tolerant of low temperatures. Sow January-February, germinates 7-10 days at 18-21°C. Sowing-flowering 14-16 weeks. 6,500 seeds per gram, sow 1/4g for 1,000 plants.
Compact varieties such as Floral Showers are sold in 6 or 9 packs in bud or in flower. They can also be sown in June-July and sold in flower in pots in Autumn.
Taller varieties are sold in 9-packs or strip trays as green plants with label. Taller F1 hybrids such as Liberty Classic and Sonnet are ideal for formal bedding schemes.
Candy Showers is a trailing hanging basket variety for Spring and Autumn sales.
Cut Flower Technical Information:
Sow at 18-21°C, transplant into modules. Sow September onwards for planting out in unheated glass/ tunnels for Spring cropping. Sow February for planting outdoors May onwards for Summer Cropping. Or sow July for cropping under unheated glass/tunnels in late Autumn. Plant out at 25x25cm, pinching out tips. Thin to 4-5 of strongest shoots per plant. Requires support with crop netting. Cut when spikes are one third open. Feed crop well. Rocket, Madame Butterfly and the Potomac Series are cut flower types.
Aquilegia F1 Kirigami Mixed (AQU007)
New for 2019/20
Less vernalization requirement allows growers to run sequential cropping and later sowing. Very uniform. Bold, vibrant colors with upward facing flowers give Kirigami impactful consumer appeal. 35-40cm.
Perennial, flowering naturally from April to July, under cover around a month sooner. Sow April-July, cover seed lightly with vermiculite, germinates 2-3 weeks at 15-20°C. 700 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Harmful if eaten.
‘Columbine’, or ‘Granny’s Bonnet’.
Compact varieties such as Cameo, Mini-Star and Alpina are sold in 8-10cm pots in flower. Sell taller varieties as non-flowering plants in 8cm pots in Spring, or in larger, 2 litre pots in flower in late Spring.
Harmful if eaten.
‘Columbine’, or ‘Granny’s Bonnet’.
Compact varieties such as Cameo, Mini-Star and Alpina are sold in 8-10cm pots in flower. Sell taller varieties as non-flowering plants in 8cm pots in Spring, or in larger, 2 litre pots in flower in late Spring.
Arabis Little Treasure Rose (ARA05)
New for 2019/20
Very early and uniform, flat habit with a mass of rose pink flowers. 15cm.
Spring-flowering Perennial, sow June-July, cover seed very lightly with vermiculite, germinates 2-3 weeks at 15-20°C. 3,500 seeds per gram (except 2,300 for Spring Charm), 1g for 1,000 plants.
Sell in: 8cm pots or 6 packs
End Use: Rockeries and walls.
Sell in: 8cm pots or 6 packs
End Use: Rockeries and walls.
Asparagus F1 Millennium (VAS24)
New for 2019/20
A class leading hybrid developed for green spear production. Produces a high yield of straight spears, with tight heads. Excellent vigour. Good flavour. A late cropping variety allowing harvesting in July.
Combines a high return with a productive life of around 20 years. Requires relatively little maintenance, and the crop is suitable for fresh market and roadside sales.
F1 hybrid ‘all male’ varieties are far higher yielding than the traditional types. Crowns are established roots, which are lifted and packed immediately before despatch.
Sow seeds (45-60/g) in January into modules at 16-18°C, following a 24 hour soak. Transplant in April or early May. Otherwise sow seeds into seedbed outdoors March to early May. Raising Asparagus from seed will delay heavy cropping by an extra year when compared with using crowns to establish a new production area.
Plant out crowns at 30 x 120cm, harvest a small crop the following year. Plant population approx. 20,000 per hectare for white spears, and approx. 25,000 per hectare for green or purple spears. Harvest small crop in year two, then crop normally in subsequent seasons. Cultural leaflet available to download on this website.
F1 hybrid ‘all male’ varieties are far higher yielding than the traditional types. Crowns are established roots, which are lifted and packed immediately before despatch.
Sow seeds (45-60/g) in January into modules at 16-18°C, following a 24 hour soak. Transplant in April or early May. Otherwise sow seeds into seedbed outdoors March to early May. Raising Asparagus from seed will delay heavy cropping by an extra year when compared with using crowns to establish a new production area.
Plant out crowns at 30 x 120cm, harvest a small crop the following year. Plant population approx. 20,000 per hectare for white spears, and approx. 25,000 per hectare for green or purple spears. Harvest small crop in year two, then crop normally in subsequent seasons. Cultural leaflet available to download on this website.
Asparagus F1 Pacific Purple (VAS09)
New for 2019/20
A late season hybrid variety that produces super-sweet dark purple spears. The spears are very low in fibre allowing for tip to butt consumption. Spear diameter is typically medium to large. Also suitable for super-sweet white spear production.
Combines a high return with a productive life of around 20 years. Requires relatively little maintenance, and the crop is suitable for fresh market and roadside sales.
F1 hybrid ‘all male’ varieties are far higher yielding than the traditional types. Crowns are established roots, which are lifted and packed immediately before despatch.
Sow seeds (45-60/g) in January into modules at 16-18°C, following a 24 hour soak. Transplant in April or early May. Otherwise sow seeds into seedbed outdoors March to early May. Raising Asparagus from seed will delay heavy cropping by an extra year when compared with using crowns to establish a new production area.
Plant out crowns at 30 x 120cm, harvest a small crop the following year. Plant population approx. 20,000 per hectare for white spears, and approx. 25,000 per hectare for green or purple spears. Harvest small crop in year two, then crop normally in subsequent seasons. Cultural leaflet available to download on this website.
F1 hybrid ‘all male’ varieties are far higher yielding than the traditional types. Crowns are established roots, which are lifted and packed immediately before despatch.
Sow seeds (45-60/g) in January into modules at 16-18°C, following a 24 hour soak. Transplant in April or early May. Otherwise sow seeds into seedbed outdoors March to early May. Raising Asparagus from seed will delay heavy cropping by an extra year when compared with using crowns to establish a new production area.
Plant out crowns at 30 x 120cm, harvest a small crop the following year. Plant population approx. 20,000 per hectare for white spears, and approx. 25,000 per hectare for green or purple spears. Harvest small crop in year two, then crop normally in subsequent seasons. Cultural leaflet available to download on this website.
Asparagus Pacific Purple (crowns) (VPL21)
New for 2019/20
1 Year-old-crowns.
Please order by mid March for delivery in March/April.
A late season hybrid variety that produces super-sweet dark purple spears. The spears are very low in fibre allowing for tip to butt consumption. Spear diameter is typically medium to large. Also suitable for super-sweet white spear production.
Please order by mid March for delivery in March/April.
A late season hybrid variety that produces super-sweet dark purple spears. The spears are very low in fibre allowing for tip to butt consumption. Spear diameter is typically medium to large. Also suitable for super-sweet white spear production.
Combines a high return with a productive life of around 20 years. Requires relatively little maintenance, and the crop is suitable for fresh market and roadside sales.
F1 hybrid ‘all male’ varieties are far higher yielding than the traditional types. Crowns are established roots, which are lifted and packed immediately before despatch.
Sow seeds (45-60/g) in January into modules at 16-18°C, following a 24 hour soak. Transplant in April or early May. Otherwise sow seeds into seedbed outdoors March to early May. Raising Asparagus from seed will delay heavy cropping by an extra year when compared with using crowns to establish a new production area.
Plant out crowns at 30 x 120cm, harvest a small crop the following year. Plant population approx. 20,000 per hectare for white spears, and approx. 25,000 per hectare for green or purple spears. Harvest small crop in year two, then crop normally in subsequent seasons. Cultural leaflet available to download on this website.
F1 hybrid ‘all male’ varieties are far higher yielding than the traditional types. Crowns are established roots, which are lifted and packed immediately before despatch.
Sow seeds (45-60/g) in January into modules at 16-18°C, following a 24 hour soak. Transplant in April or early May. Otherwise sow seeds into seedbed outdoors March to early May. Raising Asparagus from seed will delay heavy cropping by an extra year when compared with using crowns to establish a new production area.
Plant out crowns at 30 x 120cm, harvest a small crop the following year. Plant population approx. 20,000 per hectare for white spears, and approx. 25,000 per hectare for green or purple spears. Harvest small crop in year two, then crop normally in subsequent seasons. Cultural leaflet available to download on this website.
Bacopa Pinktopia (pellets) (BAC007)
New for 2019/20
This Bacopa series is quick and economical to produce and does not require pinching. Looks great in containers and planters producing an abundance of flowers. 15cm.
Annual, 4-7 days at 20-23°C, sow January-March. Do not cover. Crop time 8-9 weeks.
Sell in: 10-12cm pots.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Sell in: 10-12cm pots.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Begonia Flamenco (BEG400P)
New for 2019/20
This vigorous tuberous begonia produces large 10 to 20 cm bi colour blooms. Great for containers. 45-cm
Semperflorens:
Annual, sow the very fine seed January-March on surface of compost, keep moist. Mixing the seed with fine silver sand makes it easier to spread it evenly over the compost. Germination takes 2-3 weeks at 22-24°C. Do not exclude light. Prick out after 6 weeks into 6-pack trays or pots. Supplementary light quickens development of the small seedlings. Grow on at 15-18°C. 70,000 seeds per gram. Total production time around 14-16 weeks depending on lighting and sowing time.
Sell in: 6 packs and 8-10cm pots.
End Use: Versatile, tolerant of rainy weather, long flowering season. For formal bedding, and baskets and containers.
For easier sowing choose pelleted seed.
Begonia Tuberous:
Cultural instructions as for semperflorens, except earlier sowing time (December-January) as takes 20 weeks sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 4 packs and 10cm pots.
End Use: Bedding schemes, baskets and containers. Resistant to rainy weather.
Annual, sow the very fine seed January-March on surface of compost, keep moist. Mixing the seed with fine silver sand makes it easier to spread it evenly over the compost. Germination takes 2-3 weeks at 22-24°C. Do not exclude light. Prick out after 6 weeks into 6-pack trays or pots. Supplementary light quickens development of the small seedlings. Grow on at 15-18°C. 70,000 seeds per gram. Total production time around 14-16 weeks depending on lighting and sowing time.
Sell in: 6 packs and 8-10cm pots.
End Use: Versatile, tolerant of rainy weather, long flowering season. For formal bedding, and baskets and containers.
For easier sowing choose pelleted seed.
Begonia Tuberous:
Cultural instructions as for semperflorens, except earlier sowing time (December-January) as takes 20 weeks sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 4 packs and 10cm pots.
End Use: Bedding schemes, baskets and containers. Resistant to rainy weather.
Borecole Midnight Sun (VBO58)
New for 2019/20
This attractive kale variety has a deep red textured leaf and a striking pink mid vein running through the leaf. A versatile variety that is suitable for multi-cut production. Best suited to baby leaf but will also work well as a mature plant.
Popular supply of winter greens when other brassicas are not available for bunching and leaf sales. Also used as a game cover crop.
300-450 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sow between mid May and July, at 250-500g per hectare for a transplanted crop, or around 2 kilos per hectare for direct drilled crop. Plant spacings 60 x 60cm. Harvest in autumn and winter.
300-450 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sow between mid May and July, at 250-500g per hectare for a transplanted crop, or around 2 kilos per hectare for direct drilled crop. Plant spacings 60 x 60cm. Harvest in autumn and winter.
Cabbage F1 Cordesa (VCA126)
New for 2019/20
A Clubroot resistant savoy cabbage variety. Produces compact heads with heavily crinkled leaves and attractive dark green colour. Nice flavour. Good standing ability for flexibilty at harvest time.
Cabbage can be produced throughout the year, providing growers with a continuous supply to their outlets. Faster-maturing spring greens are ideal for utilising redundant polytunnel or glasshouse space over the winter months. Cabbages are popular for young plant sales to home gardeners.
200-400 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sowing and harvesting times as given in the charts. Seed rate approx. 600g per hectare transplanted, 1.25-2.5 kilos per hectare direct sown. Spacings 30 x 60cm, up to 60 x 90cm.
200-400 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sowing and harvesting times as given in the charts. Seed rate approx. 600g per hectare transplanted, 1.25-2.5 kilos per hectare direct sown. Spacings 30 x 60cm, up to 60 x 90cm.
Cabbage F1 Magnus Cresco (VCA097)
New for 2019/20
Early maturing, round, green variety, producing dense, compact round heads. Attractive smooth green leaf structure with good holding ability. Typically matures 60-65 days after transplanting. Good resistance to bolting.
Cabbage can be produced throughout the year, providing growers with a continuous supply to their outlets. Faster-maturing spring greens are ideal for utilising redundant polytunnel or glasshouse space over the winter months. Cabbages are popular for young plant sales to home gardeners.
200-400 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sowing and harvesting times as given in the charts. Seed rate approx. 600g per hectare transplanted, 1.25-2.5 kilos per hectare direct sown. Spacings 30 x 60cm, up to 60 x 90cm.
200-400 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sowing and harvesting times as given in the charts. Seed rate approx. 600g per hectare transplanted, 1.25-2.5 kilos per hectare direct sown. Spacings 30 x 60cm, up to 60 x 90cm.
Cabbage F1 Sennen (VCA092)
New for 2019/20
Sown in August and planted out in late September or early October, this variety will mature in May, ahead of the fastest spring sown varieties. Produces a smooth, round head, typically 0.6-1.0Kg in size. Best suited to milder production areas.
Cabbage can be produced throughout the year, providing growers with a continuous supply to their outlets. Faster-maturing spring greens are ideal for utilising redundant polytunnel or glasshouse space over the winter months. Cabbages are popular for young plant sales to home gardeners.
200-400 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sowing and harvesting times as given in the charts. Seed rate approx. 600g per hectare transplanted, 1.25-2.5 kilos per hectare direct sown. Spacings 30 x 60cm, up to 60 x 90cm.
200-400 seeds per gram. Germinates between 10 and 25°C. Sowing and harvesting times as given in the charts. Seed rate approx. 600g per hectare transplanted, 1.25-2.5 kilos per hectare direct sown. Spacings 30 x 60cm, up to 60 x 90cm.
Calabrese F1 Covina (VOG144)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
A hybrid variety producing solid, domed heads, with medium sized beads and dark green colour. Harvest between July and November. 80 day maturity period.
Can be grown over a long season, often succeeding where other brassicas fail. Suitable for fresh sales and prepack, also once the main heads are removed, small sideshoots form, which are ideal for florets.
250-400 seeds per gram. Sow March-July, sowing rate 500g per acre. Germinates between 7 and 30°C. Plant out April-July at around 23 x 30cm, for harvesting June-December. Later maturity is possible in milder climates. Stated maturity times are from transplant to harvest.
250-400 seeds per gram. Sow March-July, sowing rate 500g per acre. Germinates between 7 and 30°C. Plant out April-July at around 23 x 30cm, for harvesting June-December. Later maturity is possible in milder climates. Stated maturity times are from transplant to harvest.
Calibrachoa F1 Kabloom Cherry (pellets) (CAL385)
New for 2019/20
This new series of trailing plants is perfect for use in hanging baskets and containers. Plants produce a mass of bell shaped flowers.
Annual. Sow on compost surface and lightly cover with vermiculite. Germinates in 7-10 days at 20-22°C. Does not require pinching. Approximately 13-14 weeks from sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Calibrachoa F1 Kabloom Coral (pellets) (CAL387)
New for 2019/20
This new series of trailing plants is perfect for use in hanging baskets and containers. Plants produce a mass of bell shaped flowers.
Annual. Sow on compost surface and lightly cover with vermiculite. Germinates in 7-10 days at 20-22°C. Does not require pinching. Approximately 13-14 weeks from sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Calibrachoa F1 Kabloom Orange (pellets) (CAL408)
New for 2019/20
This new series of trailing plants is perfect for use in hanging baskets and containers. Plants produce a mass of bell shaped flowers.
Annual. Sow on compost surface and lightly cover with vermiculite. Germinates in 7-10 days at 20-22°C. Does not require pinching. Approximately 13-14 weeks from sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Calibrachoa F1 Kabloom Pink (pellets) (CAL415)
New for 2019/20
This new series of trailing plants is perfect for use in hanging baskets and containers. Plants produce a mass of bell shaped flowers.
Annual. Sow on compost surface and lightly cover with vermiculite. Germinates in 7-10 days at 20-22°C. Does not require pinching. Approximately 13-14 weeks from sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Callibrachoa F1 Kabloom Light Pink Blast (pel) (CAL405)
New for 2019/20
This new series of trailing plants is perfect for use in hanging baskets and containers. Plants produce a mass of bell shaped flowers.
Annual. Sow on compost surface and lightly cover with vermiculite. Germinates in 7-10 days at 20-22°C. Does not require pinching. Approximately 13-14 weeks from sowing to flowering.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Sell in: 10cm and larger pots and containers.
End Use: Hanging baskets and containers.
Cornflower Romantic Mixed (COR105)
New for 2019/20
An attractive pink blend great for cutting.
Cut Flower Varieties
Annual, sow direct in April/May into rows 25cm apart, at 0.3g/metre of row; takes 2-3 weeks to germinate, and around 12 weeks sowing to flowering. 200 seeds per gram.
End Use: Fresh & dried cut flower.
Bedding Varieties
Annual, sow March-April, 1-2 weeks at 15-18°C, cover with vermiculite, 250 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders.
Annual, sow direct in April/May into rows 25cm apart, at 0.3g/metre of row; takes 2-3 weeks to germinate, and around 12 weeks sowing to flowering. 200 seeds per gram.
End Use: Fresh & dried cut flower.
Bedding Varieties
Annual, sow March-April, 1-2 weeks at 15-18°C, cover with vermiculite, 250 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders.
Cosmos Purity (COS105)
New for 2019/20
Produces white flowers. Makes a great home cut flower.100cm
Annual, sow direct into the flowering position, 25cm between rows, in April-May. Takes around 12 weeks sowing to flowering. The Sonata types may also be sold in packs/pots, and the White may be sold in large (15cm) pots for Summer sales. Germinates in 7-10 days at 19-21°C, cover with vermiculite, prick out after 3 weeks. Growth regulators may be used according to the manufacturers’ guidelines. Approx. 160 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders, Sonata and Cosmic also in pots and containers (sown in March for this).
Sell in: 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders, Sonata and Cosmic also in pots and containers (sown in March for this).
Cosmos Sonata Red Shades (COS63)
New for 2019/20
Top selling series of Cosmos available in 5 separate colours and a mixture. Dwarf plants with semi-erect habit and very free flowering. Important pot bedding item for June/July sales. 60cm. Red shades
Annual, sow direct into the flowering position, 25cm between rows, in April-May. Takes around 12 weeks sowing to flowering. The Sonata types may also be sold in packs/pots, and the White may be sold in large (15cm) pots for Summer sales. Germinates in 7-10 days at 19-21°C, cover with vermiculite, prick out after 3 weeks. Growth regulators may be used according to the manufacturers’ guidelines. Approx. 160 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders, Sonata and Cosmic also in pots and containers (sown in March for this).
Sell in: 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders, Sonata and Cosmic also in pots and containers (sown in March for this).
Cucumber F1 Enforcer (rootstock) (VCU106)
New for 2019/20
Rootstock variety. Interspecific (Shintoza (Maxima X Moschata)) hybrid variety suitable for use as a rootstock for the grafting of cucumbers. Used to improve plant vigour and strengthen disease resistance; also aids root establishment in colder growing conditions. All glasshouse F1 all female varieties listed may be used as scion material with this rootstock. Resistant to Fon (0,1,2), Fom (0,1,2), Vd, Mi, Mj.
Also suitable for use with Melon and Watermelon varieties.
Also suitable for use with Melon and Watermelon varieties.
A productive greenhouse crop with a well established sales history, and has the potential to offer high returns. Cucumbers are also very popular for young plant sales.
35 seeds per gram. Sow December-April depending upon cropping type. Germination requires a minimum of 20°C.
35 seeds per gram. Sow December-April depending upon cropping type. Germination requires a minimum of 20°C.
Eucalyptus pulverulenta Baby Blue (EUC50)
New for 2019/20
Excellent for use as a cut foliage item for floral arrangements. Small well-branched tree or bush for smaller gardens. Great in patio pots or as a house plant Retains its bluish juvenal color The foilage is very fragrant. 200cm
Perennial, 2-3 weeks at 20-23°C, sow February-April, cover with vermiculite. Grow on at 16-18°C, and transplant into the flowering position at 25 x 100cm. For seed count, see variety descriptions.
Sell in: 10cm to 2 litre pots, generally in flower in Spring.
End Use: Borders, containers.
Sell in: 10cm to 2 litre pots, generally in flower in Spring.
End Use: Borders, containers.
Herb Basil Gustosa (VOG741)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
Annual: 700 seeds per gram. A Genovese type, especially suitable for pot cultivation. A very uniform variety with dark green, slightly dome-shaped leaves. Suitable for year-round cultivation. 25 grams for 1,000 9cm pots.
A range of annuals, biennials and perennials grown for culinary and medicinal purposes. Ideal for plant sales. Sell in 9cm pots and upwards. Best sold as green plant with label.
Herb Basil Nicola (VHE038)
New for 2019/20
Annual: 700 seeds per gram. A Genovese type, ideal for both pot and fresh cut production. Compact habit with good colour. Suitable for all year round cultivation, including winter pot production. 25 grams for 1,000 9cm pots.
A range of annuals, biennials and perennials grown for culinary and medicinal purposes. Ideal for plant sales. Sell in 9cm pots and upwards. Best sold as green plant with label.
Herb Coriander Cruiser (VHE173)
New for 2019/20
Annual: 135 seeds per gram. Now establishing itself as a market leader, this variety is both high yielding and slow to bolt. Compact plants with large, dark green, shiny leaves. Suitable for all season field production and pot production. Seed rate: 5kg per acre.
A range of annuals, biennials and perennials grown for culinary and medicinal purposes. Ideal for plant sales. Sell in 9cm pots and upwards. Best sold as green plant with label.
Hot Pepper F1 Red Fresno (VHP21)
New for 2019/20
An improved hybrid version of the popular Fresno chilli. Conical shaped fruits typically 3 x 5cm. Turn from bright green to red.
High value crop for the greenhouse or under plastic, also well suited for plant sales for the home gardener. High yielding over a long period. Becoming increasingly popular.
120-200 seeds per gram. Germinates between 25 and 30°C. Sow early December-January, or for maincrop March- April. Seed rate 400-425g per hectare. Spacing 30-60cm x 45-90cm. Grow on at 16-23°C. Harvest from early April/May, or maincrop from July.
Please note that germination can be slow and erratic on some open pollinated hot peppers.
120-200 seeds per gram. Germinates between 25 and 30°C. Sow early December-January, or for maincrop March- April. Seed rate 400-425g per hectare. Spacing 30-60cm x 45-90cm. Grow on at 16-23°C. Harvest from early April/May, or maincrop from July.
Please note that germination can be slow and erratic on some open pollinated hot peppers.
Impatiens F1 Beacon Bright Red (IMP520)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Impatiens F1 Beacon Coral (IMP530)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Impatiens F1 Beacon Mixed (IMP595)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Impatiens F1 Beacon Orange (IMP540)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Impatiens F1 Beacon Salmon (IMP550)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Impatiens F1 Beacon Violet (IMP560)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Impatiens F1 Beacon White (IMP570)
New for 2019/20
This new Impatiens offers a high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew! Beacon impatiens offer high resistance to the currently known and widely prevalent populations of downy mildew. This results in much improved garden performance.
Impatiens require great care, particularly in the early stages, to get the best from the seed. Modern F1 hybrids are produced to yield 90-100% germination given favourable conditions during raising.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Sow January-March. For first 5 days: 22-24°C, cover seed with vermiculite but do not exclude light, make sure well watered, low nutrient compost pH 6.2-6.8. For following 10 days, 22-24°C, medium moisture, ideally provide supplementary light above seedlings, give one weak strength feed. For following 10 days, reduce temperature to 20-22°C, one moderate strength feed. For next 7 days, temperature now 17-18°C, one moderate strength feed. At the end of this stage, strong seedlings should be ready for planting on into packs/pots as required.
Impatiens Downy Mildew is a potential problem for producers and users of this important bedding plant. We recommend taking professional advice regarding routine spray programmes when producing this crop. New Guinea Impatiens does not appear to be affected. Approx. 1000-2500 seeds per gram.
Lavender Stoechas Bandera Deep Rose (LAV83)
New for 2019/20
A compact fast-growing Lavender that produces a very large number of flowers. Bandera is first year flowering with no vernalization requirement. The flowers are deep rose with rose flags. 20cm.
Lettuce Catalogna Rossa (split pills) (VLE532)
New for 2019/20
A medium sized, loose lettuce, with thick leaves shaped like a canary's tongue. Can be used for babyleaf, full sized or cut-and-come again production. Red colouration to green leaves.
A mainstay amongst salad crops. For protected all year round cropping and open ground production. Curly and coloured lettuce are popular with consumers and retailers alike. Well suited to sales in packs and as young plants. The wide range of colours and textures available makes lettuce ideal for mixed sald packs and 'baby leaf' products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Lettuce Catalogna Verde (split pills) (VLE522)
New for 2019/20
A medium sized, loose lettuce, with thick leaves shaped like a canary's tongue. Can be used for babyleaf, full sized or cut-and-come again production. Light green colour.
A mainstay amongst salad crops. For protected all year round cropping and open ground production. Curly and coloured lettuce are popular with consumers and retailers alike. Well suited to sales in packs and as young plants. The wide range of colours and textures available makes lettuce ideal for mixed sald packs and 'baby leaf' products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Lettuce Florine Red (split pills) (VLE438)
New for 2019/20
An excellent red Batavian for outdoor production. Features a good structure with a closed base. Intense red colour. Long harvest window. Tasty and crispy flavour; rich in fibre. Resistant to Lettuce Aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri) and LMV. Resistant to Bremia BL 16-26,28,31,32.
A mainstay amongst salad crops. For protected all year round cropping and open ground production. Curly and coloured lettuce are popular with consumers and retailers alike. Well suited to sales in packs and as young plants. The wide range of colours and textures available makes lettuce ideal for mixed sald packs and 'baby leaf' products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Lettuce Vanessa (split pills) (VLE174)
New for 2019/20
A mid-early variety that produces a medium sized bright green, elegant, semi-open head. The bottom is flat and well closed. Excellent tolerance of tip burn and overmaturity. Suitable for cropping between October and April. Resistant to Bremia BL 16-34,36.
A mainstay amongst salad crops. For protected all year round cropping and open ground production. Curly and coloured lettuce are popular with consumers and retailers alike. Well suited to sales in packs and as young plants. The wide range of colours and textures available makes lettuce ideal for mixed sald packs and 'baby leaf' products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Approximate crop spacing: (in row x between rows)
Mini & small Cos: 15cm x 20cmButterhead: 25cm x 30cm
Other types: 35cm x 38cm
(Actual spacing varies with production technique). Seed count: see variety entry.
Lettuce types:
Butterheads: flattish, rounded heads, soft texture, heart forming, can be grown nearly all year-round with careful varietal choice.
Cos/Romaine: Tall and upright, sweet flavour, loose heart forming. Both large and small types.
Crisp/Iceberg/Batavian: crisp leaves, compact hearts. Iceberg: very crisp leaves. Batavian: thinner leaves than Icebergs, but thicker and crispier leaves than Butterheads.
Curled/Oak Leaf/Salad Bowl: mainly non-hearting types. Wide variety of leaf textures and colours.
Lollo Bionda/Lollo Rossa: nonhearting types with very deeply curled leaves. Lollo Bionda varieties are green, Lollo Rossa varieties are red (triple red has more intense red colour than double red).
The wide range of colours and textures available are ideal for the production of mixed salad packs and ‘baby leaf’ products.
Lupin Lupini Blue Shades (LUP110)
New for 2019/20
This new uniform and compact series has a short crop time with no vernalisation requirement. 30cm
Perennial varieties:
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Lupin Lupini Mixed (LUP140)
New for 2019/20
This new uniform and compact series has a short crop time with no vernalisation requirement. 30cm
Perennial varieties:
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Lupin Lupini Pink Shades (LUP115)
New for 2019/20
This new uniform and compact series has a short crop time with no vernalisation requirement. 30cm
Perennial varieties:
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Lupin Lupini Red Shades (LUP120)
New for 2019/20
This new uniform and compact series has a short crop time with no vernalisation requirement. 30cm
Perennial varieties:
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Lupin Lupini White (LUP125)
New for 2019/20
This new uniform and compact series has a short crop time with no vernalisation requirement. 30cm
Perennial varieties:
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Lupin Lupini Yellow (LUP130)
New for 2019/20
This new uniform and compact series has a short crop time with no vernalisation requirement. 30cm
Perennial varieties:
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Perennial, sow April-July, or January-February for Gallery same-year flowering, germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15-18°C. After 5 weeks prick out into 9 or 10cm pots, grow on at 15°C. Sell as green plant with label, or can be sold in larger pots in bud/flower in the Spring. 40 seeds per gram (sow 50g for 1000 plants).
Poisonous if eaten.
Sell in: 8cm pots (green plant with colour label) up to 2 litres for Gallery Lupins in flower.
End Use: Borders.
Annual varieties:
Annual, sow directly into open ground in late April-early May, 10 seeds per gram.
Marigold F1 Inca II Deep Orange (de-tailed seed) (MAA160)
New for 2019/20
Further refinements have been made to this famous variety, which is well known for its uniformity and neat habit. Large (10cm) flowers held on sturdy stems. 30-35cm.
De-tailed seed: specially cleaned seed with part of the tail removed for easier automatic sowing.
De-tailed seed: specially cleaned seed with part of the tail removed for easier automatic sowing.
African varieties:
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Marigold Flamenco (de-tailed seed) (MAF360)
New for 2019/20
With its yellow centre and red tipped petals, this great Marigold will look good in patio containers and gardens. Similiar in timings and habit to the Bonanza series. 30cm.
African varieties:
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Marigold Nosento (MAA500)
New for 2019/20
Cut flower type, scentless with green tinged flowers with deep green foliage. Pinching although not required will aid the production of quality stems. Harvest when flowers are open. Has a vase life of nearly 3 weeks. 70cm.
African varieties:
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Marigold Super Hero Mixed (Coated) (MAF445C)
New for 2019/20
French Crested'. Earlier flowering and more compact than Royal Crested varieties, using their energy to produce an abundance of large double flowers. Their flower diameter equals that of the largest French Marigolds at 5-61/2cm. They are all highly recommended for pack and garden performance. The best pack performance we have seen. 20-25cm. Formula mixture of the Hero colours.
De-tailed seed: specially cleaned seed with part of the tail removed for easier automatic sowing.
De-tailed seed: specially cleaned seed with part of the tail removed for easier automatic sowing.
African varieties:
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Annual, sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Sell in: 4-packs and 9-10cm pots.
End Use: Borders and containers. Formal bedding schemes.
Annual varieties:
Sow February onwards, germinates in 4-7 days at 20°C, cover with vermiculite. Prick out after 3-4 weeks into 4-packs, 6-packs, or 10cm pots for pot bedding sales. Grow on at around 15°C, sowing to flowering around 10 weeks. Best garden performance (in terms of eventual plant size and length of time plants flower) is obtained from planting before plants have flowered, although sales appeal is lessened, this can be offset by using colour labels in the pack/pot. 300 seeds per gram (sow 5g for 1,000 plants).
Nasturtium Baby Rose (NAS02)
New for 2019/20
Compact with small dark leaves. Great for pot production. This is a non trailing variety. Produces a lot of bright rose flowers.
Annual; for basket varieties either sow into pots in April-May and transplant, or push seeds into basket as appropriate. Bedding varieties may be sown into pots first, or sown direct. 8 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 9 cm pots.
End Use: Borders, containers, baskets (depending on variety).
Sell in: 9 cm pots.
End Use: Borders, containers, baskets (depending on variety).
Oriental & Unusual Amaranth Red Aztec (VOR095)
New for 2019/20
An improved Red Amaranth variety, with an intense red colour. The distinctive flavour makes this a popular microgreen variety. Not hardy but thrives in the summer. (Please note that there is often a small percentage of green foliage). 1,240 sds/gram.
Oriental vegetables are becoming an important market for the producer as an increasingly culturally diverse population has led to the wider culinary use of such products. Speciality leaves are now an established sector of the salads market. The colour, texture, shape and flavour of these products adds interest to mixed salad packs and baby leaf mixes.
Oriental & Unusual Chinese Cabbage F1 Scarvita (VOR009)
New for 2019/20
A new type of Chinese Cabbage. The outer leaves are dark green through to red, while the heart leaves are an intense red-pink colour. Ideal for salads and stir fries. Best suited to autumn production. Harvest approximately 60-65 days from planting.
Oriental vegetables are becoming an important market for the producer as an increasingly culturally diverse population has led to the wider culinary use of such products. Speciality leaves are now an established sector of the salads market. The colour, texture, shape and flavour of these products adds interest to mixed salad packs and baby leaf mixes.
Oriental & Unusual Leaf Radish Rioja (VOR079)
New for 2019/20
An all red leaf radish suitable for both microgreen and babyleaf production. Leaves are red with a distinctive radish flavour. Fast growing. (Please note that there is often a small percentage of green foliage). 75 sds/gram.
Oriental vegetables are becoming an important market for the producer as an increasingly culturally diverse population has led to the wider culinary use of such products. Speciality leaves are now an established sector of the salads market. The colour, texture, shape and flavour of these products adds interest to mixed salad packs and baby leaf mixes.
Oriental & Unusual Pak Choi F1 Goku (VOR046)
New for 2019/20
A slow bolting hybrid, ideal for spring and early summer plantings. Attractive glossy green leaves with long petioles that form high quality neat heads. Quick to bulk up but also holds well for flexibility at harvest time.
Oriental vegetables are becoming an important market for the producer as an increasingly culturally diverse population has led to the wider culinary use of such products. Speciality leaves are now an established sector of the salads market. The colour, texture, shape and flavour of these products adds interest to mixed salad packs and baby leaf mixes.
Osteospermum Akila Sunset Shades (OST15)
New for 2019/20
An excellent series with improved germination. Branches readily without the need to pinch with no vernalization needed. Drought tolerant once established. Great for containers. Contains yellows, rose reds, salmon, apricot, and orange shades. 40cm.
Annual, sow Sept-Oct or Jan, germinates in 7-10 days at 18°C, prick out into 9cm pots, grow on at 12-15°C. Use growth retardant spray 50-60 days after sowing to encourage a compact habit (according to manufacturers’ guidelines). Plants require cool temperatures to encourage flowering. 80 seeds per gram.
Pansy F1 Inspire Light Blue (PAF391)
New for 2019/20
This modern series stays compact, and resists stretching even under low light conditions. The colours are uniform across the series, and Inspire is equally suited to Autumn and Spring sales
The higher cost of the F1 hybrids may be justified interms of uniformity, speed of flowering, clear flower colours and overall garden performance. In general, the larger flowered varieties tend to flower slightly later, and are especially suitable for late Spring and Summer flowering, as flower size tends to reduce as temperatures increase.
Seed count approx. 700 per gram.
Sow the seed into trays or plugs, cover lightly with vermiculite, and keep the compost moist. Germinate at 18-20°C, shading to avoid excessive temperatures which can depress germination. Germination should be apparent in about 7-10 days.
After 4-5 weeks, prick out into 6-packs or 8cm pots. Use a slow-release fertilizer or commence liquid feeding after 2-3 weeks.
For early Spring sales, it is necessary to harden off the plants prior to sale, by gradually reducing the temperatures.
Pansies are very susceptible to stretching where temperatures are high for a significant period of time. Where reasonably low temperatures (i.e. temperatures not above 14°C) cannot be guaranteed, then growth retardant chemicals should be considered, virtually all are suitable for use on pansies, subject to the manufacturers’ guidelines. Side effects may include a reduction in flower and leaf size.
Sow June for sales Aug-Sept.
Sow July for sales Sept-Oct.
Sow Aug for sales Nov-Feb.
Sow Oct-Dec for sales March.
Sow Jan for sales in April.
Seed count approx. 700 per gram.
Sow the seed into trays or plugs, cover lightly with vermiculite, and keep the compost moist. Germinate at 18-20°C, shading to avoid excessive temperatures which can depress germination. Germination should be apparent in about 7-10 days.
After 4-5 weeks, prick out into 6-packs or 8cm pots. Use a slow-release fertilizer or commence liquid feeding after 2-3 weeks.
For early Spring sales, it is necessary to harden off the plants prior to sale, by gradually reducing the temperatures.
Pansies are very susceptible to stretching where temperatures are high for a significant period of time. Where reasonably low temperatures (i.e. temperatures not above 14°C) cannot be guaranteed, then growth retardant chemicals should be considered, virtually all are suitable for use on pansies, subject to the manufacturers’ guidelines. Side effects may include a reduction in flower and leaf size.
Sow June for sales Aug-Sept.
Sow July for sales Sept-Oct.
Sow Aug for sales Nov-Feb.
Sow Oct-Dec for sales March.
Sow Jan for sales in April.
Petunia F1 Easy Wave Lavender Sky Blue (PET300)
New for 2019/20
A very uniform trailing Petunia series that looks great in baskets and containers. Easy to produce, this large flowered spreading petunia has great garden performance as well. Plants grow a little more mounded than the original Wave, with a more controlled spread.
Annual, sow on the compost surface from February-April, germinates in 7-10 days at 20°C. Prick out after 4 weeks into packs or pots as required. Grow on at 12-15°C; growth regulators can be used, according to the manufacturers’ guidelines. Sowing to flowering takes around 12 weeks. 9,000 seeds per gram.
Note-Star and Picotee types: Care must be taken when growing these types to avoid high temperatures, high light levels and high soil fertility, as this will increase the proportion of white. Conversely low temperatures, low light and low soil fertility will result in a decrease in the proportion of white.
Sell in: 6-packs (basket & ground cover varieties in 9-10cm pots).
End Use: Baskets, containers and borders.
Grandifloras produce fewer, but larger, flowers than the multifloras.However, flower size is not the only difference between Grandifloras and Multifloras. Multifloras generally grow faster, have more branches and flowers, hence providing more masses of colour. Other differences are smaller, thinner leaves, and flowers are usually not as ruffled or fringed. They also have greater disease resistance and weather tolerance.
Note-Star and Picotee types: Care must be taken when growing these types to avoid high temperatures, high light levels and high soil fertility, as this will increase the proportion of white. Conversely low temperatures, low light and low soil fertility will result in a decrease in the proportion of white.
Sell in: 6-packs (basket & ground cover varieties in 9-10cm pots).
End Use: Baskets, containers and borders.
Grandifloras produce fewer, but larger, flowers than the multifloras.However, flower size is not the only difference between Grandifloras and Multifloras. Multifloras generally grow faster, have more branches and flowers, hence providing more masses of colour. Other differences are smaller, thinner leaves, and flowers are usually not as ruffled or fringed. They also have greater disease resistance and weather tolerance.
Petunia F1 Mambo Blue Veined (Pellets) (PEM006P)
New for 2019/20
The widest colour range of any compact multiflora on the market. Mambo resists stretching such that growth regulators are not required. This series also has excellent garden performance.
Annual, sow on the compost surface from February-April, germinates in 7-10 days at 20°C. Prick out after 4 weeks into packs or pots as required. Grow on at 12-15°C; growth regulators can be used, according to the manufacturers’ guidelines. Sowing to flowering takes around 12 weeks. 9,000 seeds per gram.
Note-Star and Picotee types: Care must be taken when growing these types to avoid high temperatures, high light levels and high soil fertility, as this will increase the proportion of white. Conversely low temperatures, low light and low soil fertility will result in a decrease in the proportion of white.
Sell in: 6-packs (basket & ground cover varieties in 9-10cm pots).
End Use: Baskets, containers and borders.
Grandifloras produce fewer, but larger, flowers than the multifloras.However, flower size is not the only difference between Grandifloras and Multifloras. Multifloras generally grow faster, have more branches and flowers, hence providing more masses of colour. Other differences are smaller, thinner leaves, and flowers are usually not as ruffled or fringed. They also have greater disease resistance and weather tolerance.
Note-Star and Picotee types: Care must be taken when growing these types to avoid high temperatures, high light levels and high soil fertility, as this will increase the proportion of white. Conversely low temperatures, low light and low soil fertility will result in a decrease in the proportion of white.
Sell in: 6-packs (basket & ground cover varieties in 9-10cm pots).
End Use: Baskets, containers and borders.
Grandifloras produce fewer, but larger, flowers than the multifloras.However, flower size is not the only difference between Grandifloras and Multifloras. Multifloras generally grow faster, have more branches and flowers, hence providing more masses of colour. Other differences are smaller, thinner leaves, and flowers are usually not as ruffled or fringed. They also have greater disease resistance and weather tolerance.
Potato Arran Pilot (2.5Kg pack) (VPT016N)
New for 2019/20
A first early variety that also works well as a salad or new potato. First bred in 1931 it remains a favourite garden potato variety. Excellent flavour from the white fleshed tubers. Does not store well so best used immediately. Resistant to slugs, common scab and spraing.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Potatoes remain one of the most popular and productive crops grown by amateur and professional alike, and continue to be a staple part of most diets.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potato Arran Pilot (25Kg pack) (VPT016B)
New for 2019/20
A first early variety that also works well as a salad or new potato. First bred in 1931 it remains a favourite garden potato variety. Excellent flavour from the white fleshed tubers. Does not store well so best used immediately. Resistant to slugs, common scab and spraing.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Potatoes remain one of the most popular and productive crops grown by amateur and professional alike, and continue to be a staple part of most diets.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potato Sunset (1.5Kg pack) (VOG978N)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
A deep red skinned maincrop variety, with creamy coloured flesh. Tall plants with distinctive purple flowers. Lovely flavour; suitable for boiling, roasting and mashing. Good resistance to golden cyst nematode, common scab and both tuber and foliage blight.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Potatoes remain one of the most popular and productive crops grown by amateur and professional alike, and continue to be a staple part of most diets.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potato Sunset (25Kg pack) (VOG978B)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
A deep red skinned maincrop variety, with creamy coloured flesh. Tall plants with distinctive purple flowers. Lovely flavour; suitable for boiling, roasting and mashing. Good resistance to golden cyst nematode, common scab and both tuber and foliage blight.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Our seed potatoes are available for delivery around mid December or mid January, please specify your preferred delivery period when ordering.
Potatoes remain one of the most popular and productive crops grown by amateur and professional alike, and continue to be a staple part of most diets.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Potatoes can be grown in almost any soil type, and are ideal for ‘cleaning up’ previously uncropped land. Potatoes can also be grown in containers.
Potato types:
First Earlies: chitting essential; plant mid to late March at a depth of 10cm, spaced 30cm in row and 45cm between rows; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in June and July when the first flowers appear.
Second Earlies: chitting essential; plant early to mid April, space as per First Earlies; harvest as ‘new’ potatoes in July and August when the first flowers appear.
Salad: treat as per First Earlies.
Maincrop: chitting beneficial but not essential; plant mid to late April at a depth of 10cm, spaced 38cm in row and 68cm between rows; harvest between August and October when the foliage dies back; can be stored.
Cultivation terms:
Chitting: when delivered lay tubers out in tray with rose end (most eyes) uppermost. Keep in frost free, light room until sprouts form (normally after 6 weeks).
Earthing-up: when the haulm (foliage) is approximately 20cm tall draw up soil around stem to form a flat ridge. Earthing-up improves drainage and growing environment for the plant giving a much improved yield. Earthing-up is also essential for reducing greening.
All our tubers are produced in Scotland and are certified by DEFRA as reaching the high quality standards required to be classified as 'Certified Seed Potatoes'.
Please note that due to marketing and trade agreements not all varieties of potato can be shipped outside of the UK, please contact us for further details.
Pumpkin F1 Casperita (VSQ23)
New for 2019/20
A hybrid 'Munchkin' type producing small, white pumpkins, typically 750 grams in size. Fruits feature excellent skin finish and strong handles. Fruit diameter 12-14cm in size. Recommended cropping of 5-10 fruits per plant.
Pumpkins are a group of winter squshes, normally characterised by their vibrant orange skin. The Hallowe’en pumpkin market is as popular as ever. Relatively easy to produce, with good storage qualities. Also gaining popularity for its culinary uses. Good for young plant sales and for P.Y.O. use.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
Pumpkin F1 Gladiator (VSQ57)
New for 2019/20
A popular variety that typically produces fruits 9-14Kg in size. Excellent deep orange colour; deep round shape to pumpkins. Vigorous variety. Intermediate resistance to Powdery Mildew.
Pumpkins are a group of winter squshes, normally characterised by their vibrant orange skin. The Hallowe’en pumpkin market is as popular as ever. Relatively easy to produce, with good storage qualities. Also gaining popularity for its culinary uses. Good for young plant sales and for P.Y.O. use.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
Pumpkin F1 Magic Lantern (VSQ50)
New for 2019/20
A classic Hallowe'en variety, with upright shape and classy appearance. Good deep orange colour and strong handle; well defined ribs. Fruit typically 6.8-11.4Kg depending upon number left on vine. Produces a high yield. Intermediate resistance to powdery mildew.
Pumpkins are a group of winter squshes, normally characterised by their vibrant orange skin. The Hallowe’en pumpkin market is as popular as ever. Relatively easy to produce, with good storage qualities. Also gaining popularity for its culinary uses. Good for young plant sales and for P.Y.O. use.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
Pumpkin F1 Polar Bear (VSQ59)
New for 2019/20
An extra-large white pumpkin, with fruit typically over 15Kg in size. Good white colour that is retained well after harvest. Vine habit. Upright shape to ribbed fruit. Best grown with one fruit per plant.
Pumpkins are a group of winter squshes, normally characterised by their vibrant orange skin. The Hallowe’en pumpkin market is as popular as ever. Relatively easy to produce, with good storage qualities. Also gaining popularity for its culinary uses. Good for young plant sales and for P.Y.O. use.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
Pumpkin F1 Wicked (VSQ55)
New for 2019/20
A trailing variety producing fruits typically 6-8Kg in size. Bred to work well in cooler climates, this early maturing variety will also store well due to good soft rot tolerance. Deep orange colour and smooth skin, which is easy to carve. An ideal large Hallowe’en pumpkin.
Pumpkins are a group of winter squshes, normally characterised by their vibrant orange skin. The Hallowe’en pumpkin market is as popular as ever. Relatively easy to produce, with good storage qualities. Also gaining popularity for its culinary uses. Good for young plant sales and for P.Y.O. use.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
4-10 seeds per gram. Germinates between 15 and 30°C. Sow from late March-May into modules, or June direct. Spacing 90-150cm x 180-240cm. Harvest from July to October. Stopping the plants with only 2-3 fruits on the the vine will result in bigger fruits. Pumpkins can be ripened off the plant. All our varieties are vine types unless stated otherwise.
Radish F1 Logo (VRA042)
New for 2019/20
A hybrid 'French Breakfast' type with vigorous and uniform emergence. Roots are 4-5cm long, bright scarlet in colour with a small white tip. The erect foliage is of short-medium height. A very versatile variety suitable for early and main season production.
A fast-maturing, long season crop which is suitable for bunching and prepack. A popular salad item which is high yielding, in limited space. An excellent catch crop throughout the season.
80-100 seeds/g. Germinates between 14 and 30°C. For early glasshouse production sow January-March. Sow maincrop March-August. Sow late glasshouse crop September-October. 60-75kg seed per hectare. Spacing 1.5-2.5cm x 20-45cm.
80-100 seeds/g. Germinates between 14 and 30°C. For early glasshouse production sow January-March. Sow maincrop March-August. Sow late glasshouse crop September-October. 60-75kg seed per hectare. Spacing 1.5-2.5cm x 20-45cm.
Radish Rainbow Mixed (VRA150)
New for 2019/20
A mixture of round radish varieties with a variety of skin colours, including red, violet, white, yellow and pink/white. Please note the seed is supplied mixed. Harvest after 30-40 days.
A fast-maturing, long season crop which is suitable for bunching and prepack. A popular salad item which is high yielding, in limited space. An excellent catch crop throughout the season.
80-100 seeds/g. Germinates between 14 and 30°C. For early glasshouse production sow January-March. Sow maincrop March-August. Sow late glasshouse crop September-October. 60-75kg seed per hectare. Spacing 1.5-2.5cm x 20-45cm.
80-100 seeds/g. Germinates between 14 and 30°C. For early glasshouse production sow January-March. Sow maincrop March-August. Sow late glasshouse crop September-October. 60-75kg seed per hectare. Spacing 1.5-2.5cm x 20-45cm.
Rocket Uber (VRO50)
New for 2019/20
A high quality salad rocket variety. Produces thick, dark green leaves with serrated edges. Good flavour. Erect plant habit for ease of harvesting. 450 sds/gram.
Rocket remains a popular ingredient of mixed salad packs. The tangy leaves add a distinctive flavour to salads. The development of cultivated x wild hybrids has added to the popularity of this product, particularly with the restaurant trade.
Produce outside during the spring and summer, and under protection during the winter. Sowing depth 1cm. Spacing (final and for cut-and-comeagain) 15cm in row, 15cm between rows.
Produce outside during the spring and summer, and under protection during the winter. Sowing depth 1cm. Spacing (final and for cut-and-comeagain) 15cm in row, 15cm between rows.
Spinach F1 Renegade (VOG631)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
An excellent variety for summer and autumn sowings. Attractive dark green colour to the rounded leaves. Upright growing for easier harvest. Mildew resistance 1-7,11.
Spinach consumption is showing an upturn, and has benefited from positive marketing. Excellent as a choice for ‘baby veg’ leaf, both fresh and pre-packed. Well regarded by the restaurant trade.
80-100 seeds/g. Sow 10-30°C. Sow March to mid July, seed rate for fresh market 20-25kg per hectare, for processing 32-50kg per hectare. Spacing 5-15cm x 30-90cm.
80-100 seeds/g. Sow 10-30°C. Sow March to mid July, seed rate for fresh market 20-25kg per hectare, for processing 32-50kg per hectare. Spacing 5-15cm x 30-90cm.
Spinach F1 Responder (VSP42)
New for 2019/20
An excellent hybrid variety with thick, arrowhead shaped, semi-savoyed, deep green leaves. Ideal for baby and teen leaf crops. Suitable for spring and autumn production. Mildew resistance 1-12,14-16.
Spinach consumption is showing an upturn, and has benefited from positive marketing. Excellent as a choice for ‘baby veg’ leaf, both fresh and pre-packed. Well regarded by the restaurant trade.
80-100 seeds/g. Sow 10-30°C. Sow March to mid July, seed rate for fresh market 20-25kg per hectare, for processing 32-50kg per hectare. Spacing 5-15cm x 30-90cm.
80-100 seeds/g. Sow 10-30°C. Sow March to mid July, seed rate for fresh market 20-25kg per hectare, for processing 32-50kg per hectare. Spacing 5-15cm x 30-90cm.
Sprouting Seed Nasturtium Pepperspark (VSP78)
New for 2019/20
A Nasturtium selection ideal for microgreen production. Spicy flavour with edible flowers.
A range of seed products ideally suited to sprouting seed production, such as punnets. Bean sprouts are a popular ingredient in Chinese cooking and stir-fry. Can be produced in jam jars, trays, punnets and special sprouting seed propagators.
These products are specifically produced for sprouting seeds and not crop production.
These products are specifically produced for sprouting seeds and not crop production.
Sprouting Seed Pea (VOG912)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
Pea sprouts are high in fibre and rich in protein plus vitamins B3, B5 and B6. A slightly nutty flavour. Ideal for stir-fries and salads; can be eaten raw, grilled or deep fried. Sprouts typically ready to harvest after 4-5 days.
A range of seed products ideally suited to sprouting seed production, such as punnets. Bean sprouts are a popular ingredient in Chinese cooking and stir-fry. Can be produced in jam jars, trays, punnets and special sprouting seed propagators.
These products are specifically produced for sprouting seeds and not crop production.
These products are specifically produced for sprouting seeds and not crop production.
Strawberry Summer Breeze Rose (STR14)
New for 2019/20
Strawberry Summer Breeze produces rose-like double flowers. This double type of flower keep their colour for a considerable longer period than the single types. The combination of abundant colour and fresh summer fruit will give great consumer satisfaction. Flowers appear approx 14 weeks after sowing
Seed raised strawberries are popular for young plant sales, and sales of flowering/fruiting plants in hanging baskets. Sow in January, germinate at 18-20°C, cover lightly with vermiculite - takes several weeks to germinate - keep moist during this period. Prick out when large enough into packs/pots as required, grow on at 15°C, down to 10°C once established. Can be sown in September, to bring flowering forward by around a month. 1800 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 6-packs, 9cm pots and baskets
End Use: Baskets, containers.
Alpine Varieties
Cultural Details: Perennial, sow seeds in Autumn and place in cold frame, 1800 seeds per gram.
Strawberry plants:
By careful selection from our range of varieties, strawberries can be harvested from mid June until early Autumn. Use a row width of 30-36in and an intra-row spacing of 17-21in for matted rows or a row width of 60in and intra-row spacing of 13-15in for raised beds.
All our Strawberries have been checked by Ministry Inspectors to be substantially free of pests and diseases and are classed as certified stock.
Sell in: 6-packs, 9cm pots and baskets
End Use: Baskets, containers.
Alpine Varieties
Cultural Details: Perennial, sow seeds in Autumn and place in cold frame, 1800 seeds per gram.
Strawberry plants:
By careful selection from our range of varieties, strawberries can be harvested from mid June until early Autumn. Use a row width of 30-36in and an intra-row spacing of 17-21in for matted rows or a row width of 60in and intra-row spacing of 13-15in for raised beds.
All our Strawberries have been checked by Ministry Inspectors to be substantially free of pests and diseases and are classed as certified stock.
Sunflower F1 Provence (SUN41)
New for 2019/20
Deeper orange larger flower with improved vase life. The leaves also mark less easily. Similiar in timing to Summer. 90 -150cm
Pot Plant Varieties
Sow Spring/Summer, direct into 10-15cm pot. Rapid growth, so requires feeding with each watering. Sell with main bud in flower, and lateral buds developing.
Cut Flower Varieties
Sow April-mid June, direct into the flowering position. Row width depends on variety (up to 40cm for largest varieties); spacing between plants around 12-15cm. Lightly cover seeds, and keep moist. Germination optimum 20°C, minimum 5°C. From sowing to first cutting is approximately 60 days in mid Summer - plants flower July-September. Denser plantings or excess nitrogen can lead to smaller flowerheads with less robust stems. Cut flowers just before first ray petals open. Treatment of stems with holding solution can prolong vase life. Seed count varies greatly from one variety to another.
Pollen-free Varieties
Pollen-free types can be sown under glass September to March, and outdoors April to August. Sow directly, cover with soil and maintain temperature around 10°C. Approx. 10 days after emergence, thin out to leave the best seedlings, spaced at around 10-12cm in each direction. High density production suppresses the production of sideshoots. Minimum night temperature 8°C, with a maximum of 25°C in the daytime. Provide little or no fertilizer, and water sparingly.
Sow Spring/Summer, direct into 10-15cm pot. Rapid growth, so requires feeding with each watering. Sell with main bud in flower, and lateral buds developing.
Cut Flower Varieties
Sow April-mid June, direct into the flowering position. Row width depends on variety (up to 40cm for largest varieties); spacing between plants around 12-15cm. Lightly cover seeds, and keep moist. Germination optimum 20°C, minimum 5°C. From sowing to first cutting is approximately 60 days in mid Summer - plants flower July-September. Denser plantings or excess nitrogen can lead to smaller flowerheads with less robust stems. Cut flowers just before first ray petals open. Treatment of stems with holding solution can prolong vase life. Seed count varies greatly from one variety to another.
Pollen-free Varieties
Pollen-free types can be sown under glass September to March, and outdoors April to August. Sow directly, cover with soil and maintain temperature around 10°C. Approx. 10 days after emergence, thin out to leave the best seedlings, spaced at around 10-12cm in each direction. High density production suppresses the production of sideshoots. Minimum night temperature 8°C, with a maximum of 25°C in the daytime. Provide little or no fertilizer, and water sparingly.
Sunflower F1 Marley (SUN30)
New for 2019/20
Beautiful bi colour flowers makes this a great cut flower variety. 130cm-180cm
Pot Plant Varieties
Sow Spring/Summer, direct into 10-15cm pot. Rapid growth, so requires feeding with each watering. Sell with main bud in flower, and lateral buds developing.
Cut Flower Varieties
Sow April-mid June, direct into the flowering position. Row width depends on variety (up to 40cm for largest varieties); spacing between plants around 12-15cm. Lightly cover seeds, and keep moist. Germination optimum 20°C, minimum 5°C. From sowing to first cutting is approximately 60 days in mid Summer - plants flower July-September. Denser plantings or excess nitrogen can lead to smaller flowerheads with less robust stems. Cut flowers just before first ray petals open. Treatment of stems with holding solution can prolong vase life. Seed count varies greatly from one variety to another.
Pollen-free Varieties
Pollen-free types can be sown under glass September to March, and outdoors April to August. Sow directly, cover with soil and maintain temperature around 10°C. Approx. 10 days after emergence, thin out to leave the best seedlings, spaced at around 10-12cm in each direction. High density production suppresses the production of sideshoots. Minimum night temperature 8°C, with a maximum of 25°C in the daytime. Provide little or no fertilizer, and water sparingly.
Sow Spring/Summer, direct into 10-15cm pot. Rapid growth, so requires feeding with each watering. Sell with main bud in flower, and lateral buds developing.
Cut Flower Varieties
Sow April-mid June, direct into the flowering position. Row width depends on variety (up to 40cm for largest varieties); spacing between plants around 12-15cm. Lightly cover seeds, and keep moist. Germination optimum 20°C, minimum 5°C. From sowing to first cutting is approximately 60 days in mid Summer - plants flower July-September. Denser plantings or excess nitrogen can lead to smaller flowerheads with less robust stems. Cut flowers just before first ray petals open. Treatment of stems with holding solution can prolong vase life. Seed count varies greatly from one variety to another.
Pollen-free Varieties
Pollen-free types can be sown under glass September to March, and outdoors April to August. Sow directly, cover with soil and maintain temperature around 10°C. Approx. 10 days after emergence, thin out to leave the best seedlings, spaced at around 10-12cm in each direction. High density production suppresses the production of sideshoots. Minimum night temperature 8°C, with a maximum of 25°C in the daytime. Provide little or no fertilizer, and water sparingly.
Tomato F1 Atlas (VTO580)
New for 2019/20
A vigorous determinate variety that produces very large beefsteak fruit, typically 250-300 grams in size each. Neat and tidy habit, making it ideal for large containers on sunny, sheltered patios. Often described as having ‘old school flavour’. Makes an interesting plant sales variety. Resistant to Va, Fol (0&1).
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Baby Boomer (VTO482)
New for 2019/20
A bush variety ideal for use in containers and smaller borders; will also work under protection. Produces a prolific crop of tasty, red, cherry tomaotes; typically 300 per plant. Resistant to Va, Fol (0&1).
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Cocktail Crush (VTO044)
New for 2019/20
A blight resistant variety that produces classic ‘cocktail’ sized red fruits, typically 35-45 grams in weight. The flavour is sweet with a slightly acidic tang. Suitable for growing under heated or cold protection, outdoors and in containers.
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Crimson Crush (VTO405)
New for 2019/20
An excellent blight resistant variety, that produces a heavy yield of large, round, red, tomatoes. Not only is the blight resistance good but so is the flavour. The variety is not excessively vigorous and so could be used as a semi-determinate variety if needed.
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Honeycomb (VTO024)
New for 2019/20
An exquisitely flavoured golden-orange tomato. The cherry sized fruit are elegantly arranged on long trusses. Exceptional flavour with a high level of sweetness, with a delightful aftertaste described in trials as being somewhat like honey. Resistant to Fol (0,1,2), ToMV, Pi, Pst, Xcv plus some blight resistance.
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Knockout (VTO448)
New for 2019/20
This variety produces probably the largest fruit we have ever trialled. The large, red, Beefsteak fruits can typically weigh between 0.9-1.4Kg, depending upon the growing conditions. Bursting with flavour and luscious flesh. Resistant to Va.
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Knockout (VTO446)
New for 2019/20
Smooth, orange fruit with vibrant colour, while the flesh is firm, dense and nearly seedless. Beefsteak variety with fruit typically 250-350 grams in weight. Awarded an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Resistant to Va, Fol (0&1).
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato F1 Sarina (VOG702)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
A hybrid cherry variety that couples high productivity with long season vigour. Strong vegetation. Good flavour; robust shipper. Resistant to TYLCV, TMV, Fol (1&2), TSWV and N.
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Tomato Patio Plum (VTO458)
New for 2019/20
A compact variety, ideal for container use on balconies, window sills and patios. Short internodes and distinctive shortened leaves. Tasty, mini-plum fruit are borne on trusses throughout the growing season. Awarded an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Resistant to Va, Fol (0&1).
We offer a wide range of varieties designed to meet most growers' requirements. While the old established favourites are still popular, the recent hybrid introductions have resulted in plants which not only perform better but taste better, an important characteristic in any tomato variety. New hybrid varieties with more unusual fruit shapes, colours and sizes are proving very popular both with fresh market sales and retail plant sales. Young tomato plants remain the best seller for vegetable plant sales to the public.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
For varietal fruit shape, size, colour and suitability please see technical table and individual product descriptions.
Viola F1 Jolly Face (VIO315)
New for 2019/20
This new viola is early to flower in the spring, producing a mass of blooms on a compact, branching habit. Also great for Autumn production. Good for autumn containers.
Treat as biennial. For technical details see Pansy. 750-1000 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 6-packs, 8cm pots 1L pots 3 plants per pot.
End Use: Containers, baskets, borders.
Freckles
Perennial, best sown October-February, 2-3 days at 12-15°C, then cold frame, 600 seeds per gram.
Viola Odorata
Perennial, sow October-November, 2-3 days at 12-15oC then cold frame. 225 seeds per gram.
Sell in: 6-packs, 8cm pots 1L pots 3 plants per pot.
End Use: Containers, baskets, borders.
Freckles
Perennial, best sown October-February, 2-3 days at 12-15°C, then cold frame, 600 seeds per gram.
Viola Odorata
Perennial, sow October-November, 2-3 days at 12-15oC then cold frame. 225 seeds per gram.
Viola F1 Sorbet Neptune (VIO049)
New for 2019/20
This F1 hybrid Viola Cornuta gives outstanding garden performance all season long. Flowers throughout the Winter months under reasonable conditions.
Winter Squash F1 Gemstore (VSQ62)
New for 2019/20
Produces a prolific yield of small, tennis-ball sized fruits. Smooth skin and dark green colour.
Winter squashes are characterised by the development of a hardened skin and the ability to be stored, typically up to six months. The wide range of winter squashes has become increasingly in demand in recent years, most notably butternet and kabocha types. A popular plant sales item.
5-7 seeds per gram. Sow April-end of May/early June, at 3.5-5kg per hectare. Space at 60-120 by 90-150cm, giving a plant population of around 5,000-18,000 per hectare. Harvest from July onwards, once the fruits have reached the desired size. Butternet squashes should not be planted out until the end of May, early planting may result in a poor and mishapen yield
5-7 seeds per gram. Sow April-end of May/early June, at 3.5-5kg per hectare. Space at 60-120 by 90-150cm, giving a plant population of around 5,000-18,000 per hectare. Harvest from July onwards, once the fruits have reached the desired size. Butternet squashes should not be planted out until the end of May, early planting may result in a poor and mishapen yield
Winter Squash F1 Tuffy (VOG652)
New for 2019/20
Certified as organically produced seed by the Soil Association. GB-ORG-05. EU/Non-EU agriculture.
An ‘Acorn’ squash with a reputation for great flavour. Externally the fruits have very dark green skin and heavy ribbing. Internally the fruits have thick, sweet flesh. Fruits typically 1Kg in size.
Winter squashes are characterised by the development of a hardened skin and the ability to be stored, typically up to six months. The wide range of winter squashes has become increasingly in demand in recent years, most notably butternet and kabocha types. A popular plant sales item.
5-7 seeds per gram. Sow April-end of May/early June, at 3.5-5kg per hectare. Space at 60-120 by 90-150cm, giving a plant population of around 5,000-18,000 per hectare. Harvest from July onwards, once the fruits have reached the desired size. Butternet squashes should not be planted out until the end of May, early planting may result in a poor and mishapen yield
5-7 seeds per gram. Sow April-end of May/early June, at 3.5-5kg per hectare. Space at 60-120 by 90-150cm, giving a plant population of around 5,000-18,000 per hectare. Harvest from July onwards, once the fruits have reached the desired size. Butternet squashes should not be planted out until the end of May, early planting may result in a poor and mishapen yield
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