| | Plant | Number | Spacing | Spacing in Rows | Notes |
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Apple (Dwarf)
| 1 | 2.00m | 2.00m x 2.00m | |
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Aubergine
[greenhouse]
| 1 | 40cm | 35cm x 45cm | Buy plant |
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Beans (Broad)
Masterpiece Green Longpod
| 30 | 20cm | 15cm x 30cm | WHEN TO SOW
February to April
WHERE TO SOW
Early sowings in pots in the greenhouse or under cloches in the growing site. Later sowings March direct into the growing site 5cm (2") deep in rows 60cm (24") apart.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Glasshouse seedlings should be transplanted to the growing site in March, 10cm (4") apart in rows 60cm (24") apart. Outdoor sowings should be thinned to 10cm (4") apart, the thinnings can be transplanted to make extra rows. When the first beans form, remove the top 6cm (3") to discourage black fly.
MATURITY
July Onwards
HANDY TIP
For best flavour and texture, pick the beans when the pods are 15-20cm (6-8"), but before the scar (the mark where attached to the pod) has discoloured. |
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Beans (French)
Safari
| 10 | 20cm | 15cm x 30cm | WHEN TO SOW
April to June.
WHERE TO SOW
Early sowings in a glasshouse with 2 or 3 seeds into a 9cm pot. Outside sowings from May onwards, 4cm deep, spaced 5cm apart in rows 30cm apart.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Glasshouse seedlings should be gradually hardened off before planting outside in late May. Outside sowings should be thinned to 10cm apart as they become large enough to handle.
MATURITY
July onwards.
HANDY TIP
It is probably better to sow small lots at regular intervals as this will ensure a continuous supply of fresh beans. |
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Beans (Runner)
| 28 | 20cm | 15cm x 30cm | |
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Beetroot
Boltardy
| 84 | 15cm | 10cm x 20cm | Ordered Kings Seeds
WHEN TO SOW
March to May/June
WHERE TO SOW
Sow thinly in shallow drills 1.5cm (") with 30cm (12") between rows.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Thin the seedlings gradually as they grow to an eventual spacing of 10cm (4"). Do not transplant.
MATURITY
June Onwards
HANDY TIP
Can be sown in early March in a cold frame or under cloches for an earlier crop. Not out of place in a flower garden with its pretty foliage. |
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Blackberry
| 1 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Blackcurrant
| 1 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Broccoli (Purple)
Summer Purple
| 10 | 60cm | 60cm x 60cm | WHEN TO SOW
April and May.
WHERE TO SOW
Sow the seeds thinly in a well prepared seed bed 1cm deep and in rows 15cm apart.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
As the seedlings appear thin to 7cm apart. When they are about 10-15cm tall, When seedlings are about 10-15cm tall,thin to 45cm apart, planting them 2cm deeper than in the seed bed. Water well.
MATURITY
First heads should be ready from August.
HANDY TIP
Once the main head has been harvested, the plant will produce small heads over the following weeks. |
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Brussels Sprouts
Evesham Special
| 10 | 60cm | 60cm x 60cm | WHEN TO SOW
March to April
WHERE TO SOW
Sow seeds thinley into pots or trays under glass at 13oC or sow outside in shallow drills 2cm (1") deep in a seed bed.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Plant out into final growing position at 60-90cm (24-36") apart in well firmed soil in May to early June.
HARVEST
November to January
HANDY TIP
Once plants are mature you can pick the leaves from the top of the plant to use as an alternative green vegetale. |
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Cabbage (Spring)
| 15 | 75cm | 60cm x 90cm | |
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Cauliflower
Igloo
| 6 | 50cm | 45cm x 60cm | WHEN TO SOW
February to April
WHERE TO SOW
Sow outdoors in a seed bed in rows 1.5cm (1/2") deep in rows 20cm (9") apart. . For early crops, sow in pots or trays under glass at 16°C.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Thin out the seedlings as they grow to 2.5cm (1") apart and plant out in permanent site in late May or June 20cm (9") apart. Glasshouse sowings should be pricked out into trays spacing 5cm (2") apart, gradually harden off and plant outside as soon as conditions allow.
MATURITY
July to November
HANDY TIP
For best result plant in firm ground, dug the previous year. Plant at 45cm (15") apart for larger sized curds. |
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Chilli Pepper
Hot Cayenne
[greenhouse]
| 1 | 35cm | 30cm x 40cm | Have Seed, butbuy plant if we see one |
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Chives
| 5 | 20cm | 15cm x 25cm | |
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Courgette
Zucchini
| 9 | 60cm | 60cm x 60cm | Got Seeds
WHEN TO SOW
April to May indoors
Mid-May to June outdoors
WHERE TO SOW
Sow seed on edge to prevent rotting in pots or trays during April to May 2cm (1") apart under glass at 20°C (68°F) using good quality seed sowing compost.
Sow outdoors mid-May to June direct into growing site 1cm (1/2") deep 2 to 3 seeds in each position 60cm (24") apart.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Greenhouse sowings should be gradually hardened off once they have developed the first pair of rough leaves and transplanted to growing site in late-May to early-June 60cm (24") apart. Outdoor sowings should be thinned to one plant per station.
MATURITY
July onwards when fruits are approximately 10-15cm (4-6") long.
HANDY TIP
Pick regularly to encourage a continuous crop. |
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Cucumber
| 3 | 60cm | 60cm x 60cm | Buy plants from Badgers |
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Cucumber
[greenhouse]
| 3 | 60cm | 60cm x 60cm | Buy plants from Badgers |
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Garlic
| 30 | 15cm | 10cm x 25cm | |
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Gooseberry
| 1 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Green Manure
| 50 | 15cm | 10cm x 20cm | |
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Lavender
| 3 | 40cm | 35cm x 50cm | |
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Leek
| 56 | 20cm | 15cm x 30cm | Have seeds, but if we can find plants buy them.
WHEN TO SOW
Late December to late February
WHERE TO SOW
Sow thinly in seed trays using John Innes seed sowing compost. Cover seed and keep at 13-15°C
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Transplant when 2cm (1") high into seed tray spacing plants about 5cm (2") apart. Harden of mid-april in a cold frame, plant out later April/early May.
MATURITY
September onwards |
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Lettuce (Headed)
Mixture
| 15 | 25cm | 20cm x 30cm | |
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Lettuce (Loose Leaf)
Lettuce Mix
| 14 | 10cm | 10cm x 15cm | SUCCESSIONAL SOWING
WHERE TO SOW
Sow in the growing site outdoors 2cm deep with 30cm between rows. Thin out the seedlings as they grow, to an eventual spacing of 35cm. Thinnings can be eaten or transplanted to the same spacings. The mixture can also be sown in small blocks and leaves picked as required like the "cut and come again" varieties. |
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Mustard
| 19 | 15cm | 15cm x 15cm | |
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Onion
| 20 | 15cm | 10cm x 20cm | To be purchased |
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Onion (Red)
| 46 | 15cm | 10cm x 20cm | To be purchased |
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Pak Choi
| 8 | 35cm | 30cm x 40cm | |
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Pear (Dwarf)
| 1 | 2.50m | 2.50m x 2.50m | |
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Peas
Sweet Delight
| 12 | 10cm | 10cm x 20cm | |
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Peas
Hurst Green Shaft
| 59 | 10cm | 10cm x 20cm | WHEN TO SOW
April to May
WHERE TO SOW
Flat bottom drill 5cm (2") deep and 10cm (4") wide.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Space the seeds 5cm (2") apart throughout the drill, allow 60cm (24") between drills, cover with soil.
MATURITY
July to September
HANDY TIP
An early start for a quick crop can be aided by covering a row with plastic cloches, remove them once the plants are 20cm (8") tall. |
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Peas
Meteor
| 20 | 10cm | 10cm x 20cm | WHEN TO SOW
Late October to November or March to April
WHERE TO SOW
Flat bottom drill 5cm (2") deep and 10cm (4") wide.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Space the seeds 5cm (2") apart throughout the drill, allow 60cm (24") between drills, cover with soil.
MATURITY
Mid May onwards
HANDY TIP
Reckoned to be the best Winter survivor of all the pea varieties. Small pods and dwarf plants ideal for the small plot. |
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Pepper
Jumbo F1
[greenhouse]
| 1 | 35cm | 30cm x 40cm | Have seeds or buy a plant if we see one |
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Potatoes (Early)
Saxon
| 10 | 40cm | 30cm x 50cm | |
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Potatoes (Early)
Pentland Javelin
| 10 | 40cm | 30cm x 50cm | |
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Potatoes (Maincrop)
King Edward
| 8 | 45cm | 35cm x 75cm | |
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Potatoes (Maincrop)
Charlotte
| 8 | 45cm | 35cm x 75cm | |
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Pumpkin
| 2 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Raspberry
| 2 | 70cm | 60cm x 90cm | |
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Redcurrant
| 1 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Rhubarb
| 3 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Spring Onion
| 30 | 10cm | 10cm x 10cm | |
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Squash (Winter)
| 2 | 90cm | 90cm x 90cm | |
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Strawberry
| 12 | 50cm | 45cm x 60cm | |
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Sweetcorn
Early Xtra Sweet F1
| 16 | 35cm | 30cm x 45cm | Ordered from Kings Seeds
WHEN TO SOW
April to May
WHERE TO SOW
Sow indoors in April to May in 8cm (3") pots using good quality seed sowing compost at 18-21°C (65-70°F). Keep compost moist at all times but do not overwater.
Sow direct in May into growing site, 2 seeds per station spacing 45cm (18") between plants in a block formation. Thin to strongest seedling.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Module or peat pot raised seedlings should be transplanted when all chance of frost has passed. Do not sow in rows but in blocks 45cm (18") square to aid the pollination by wind.
HARVEST
July onwards - Cobs are ready when the tassels turn brown. |
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Tarragon
| 1 | 40cm | 40cm x 50cm | |
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Tomato (Regular)
[greenhouse]
| 3 | 50cm | 45cm x 60cm | Buy plants from Badgers
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