Growing Guides

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  ORMSKIRK

  An old reliable favourite. This smashing late savoy variety yields large, dark green heads which are of good flavour. It is particularly hardy and will tolerate harsh winter weather. We think this is the perfect Christmas savoy!

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  CAROUBY DE MAUSSANE

  The purple flowers of this tall growing pea will turn heads before it produces its crop of large, flat pods, which we believe are the tastiest of any 'mangetout' type. Best steamed for the very finest flavour.

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  MONTELLO

  (Determinate) This vigorous variety is so prolific; producing handfuls of tasty fruit that are so easy to harvest through mid- to late summer. Delicious enough to eat straight from the plant or added to salads; they also make excellent rich Bolognese sauces and soups. Can be grown in the greenhouse or outdoors.

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  SWEET FLORENCE

  Sweet Florence is the old traditional variety which is best used for later summer sowings when bolting is not normally a problem. It has a fine flavour and the leaves can be used as a herb in fish dishes etc.