Flat, stringless pods from plants which do best in a warm spot sheltered from winds. The flowers set readily to give a heavy crop of delicious pods easy for slicing. Sow: April to June. Harvest: August to September
Garden mint is easy to grow under almost any conditions and enjoys a shady aspect, so it is an ideal herb to grow in a north facing garden wall. Mint is best planted in a pot. The whole pot can be planted in the garden if required.
Perhaps the fastest-growing radish of all- so great to grow with your children too�as they can help to sow and see results in just weeks. Ideal for tasty summer salads, this traditional, classic variety has long scarlet roots with a white tip and a mild flavour.
Scarlet Globe, Sparkler, Pink Beauty, Prinz Rotin and White Turnip (it's not a turnip!) have all been blended to make this attractive and tasty radish mixture.
Scarlet Emperor has been a favourite for decades, which is no surprise. It yields long, straight pods of excellent flavour. Sliced and blanched, it freezes well to provide tasty out-of-season treats.