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A very hardy longpod variety which grows nicely in warm soil, and is tough enough to over-winter. It yields well and produces tender white beans of good quality. Freeze any surplus for future use. Do not sow later than mid January.

A splendid maincrop which has large, heavy roots that can be lifted from late summer through into winter. A splendid maincrop which has large, heavy roots that can be lifted from late summer through into winter. Great colour and flavour. The roots also store well if cleaned and packed in boxes of dry sand or compost.

For the space globe artichokes take up they are not high yielders, but their architectural quality makes them virtually dual purpose, so why not grow them in the herbaceous border? Beautiful - and delicious! Sow Date: Feb-Jun Harvest/Flower Date: Jun-Aug

Four favourites in one packet! Inside are seeds of Little Gem (cos), Webbs Wonderful (iceberg), All Year Round (butterhead) and Lollo Rossa (red looseleaf). Perfect for lovers of summer salads.Four favourites in one packet! Inside are seeds of Little Gem (cos), Webbs Wonderful (iceberg), All Year Round (butterhead) and Lollo Rossa (red looseleaf). Perfect for lovers of summer salads.

Virtually all the heavyweight ‘show’ onions were developed from this excellent globe variety. It has a fine globe shape, golden skin and a mild flavour, and the bulbs will store through the winter and spring. A great all-rounder, which still takes some beating. Good storage qualities. Mild flavour. Sow:Jan-Apr. Blooms: Aug-Sep.

Known as the Spanish Tapas Chilli, Padron varies intensely in the heat so be warned! As a rule, these Chillis get hotter the older they get - pick when young and green for a milder flavour or allow to mature for more heat. Sow February - April. Harvest July - October.

This Annabel radish has 30 day cropping period! Sow a crop wherever there is space!

The large, irregularly shaped fruits of Marmande have a great taste and are ideal for cooking, sandwiches and salads. A favourite in the Mediterranean, it usually performs well in British conditions. Sow March to May. Harvest July to September

Living up to its name, Sweet Million produces masses of small, round, richly coloured fruits whether in a greenhouse or grown outdoors. Expect up to 50 delicious cherry tomatoes per truss. Perfect for containers. Heavy cropping. Sow Date: Jan-May.

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.

For a fresh, crisp green salad mix, look no further than this delightful combination of complementary flavours. Spicy salad rocket, tasty Greek cress, mild Mizuna, crunchy Tat Soi and crisp Pak Choi make this an easy to grow and very satisfying salad combination. Serve with your favourite salad dressing. Divine. Produces long fruits. High yielding. Sow:Mar-Aug. Blooms: May-Sep.

Early Onward yields a heavy crop of dark green, blunt ended pods full of delicious peas. It grows to just 60cm (24in) tall, so needs only minimal support. High yielding. Early to crop.