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Brussels Sprouts, broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower are just a few of the vegetables classed as brassica and there are plenty to choose from in our online range. Be sure to cover young plants with fine netting to deter birds and other pests.
Brussels Sprout 'Trafalgar' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) Thanks to continuous breeding work striving for a better, sweeter flavour, this modern hybrid has a superb flavour that sets it apart from other varieties. Brussels Sprout ‘Trafalgar’ produces a heavy crop of medium sized, firm button sprouts from mid December to late March that will retain their excellent quality over a long period of time. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”).Andrew Tokely says: "For the past 10 years this has been the only variety of Brussels Sprout that I have grown on my plots. The strong plants produce good size buttons and will stand well though all weathers well past Christmas.Their sweet flavour means sprouts can now be enjoyed by all the family." Companion planting: Try growing Brussels sprouts with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Belstar' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) Customer RatingThe well domed, small beaded heads of Broccoli ‘Belstar’ have an excellent flavour, and a healthy green colour. The firm heads of this RHS AGM variety remain in good condition for a long time, producing plenty of side shoots once the central head is cut. This tasty variety can be planted in succession for an ongoing harvest from late summer to autumn. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Andrew Tokely says: "I always sow this broccoli early in the year and harvest large tasty heads before they can be attacked by caterpillars. Once the main head is cut, I give the plants a good watering, so over the following weeks and months a secondary crop of tasty smaller spears are produced making this a very worthwhile crop." Companion planting: Try growing broccoli with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Kale 'Nero di Toscana'Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole Customer RatingThe fully grown plants of Kale 'Nero di Toscana' have attractive dark green, deeply savoyed, strap-like leaves. Excellent winter hardiness makes kale a useful winter to spring vegetable at a time when fresh garden produce is scarce. Kale ‘Nero di Toscana’ can also be used as a baby salad leaf ingredient adding texture and a peppery taste to mixed salads. Height: 90cm (60”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Broccoli 'Choice Selection Mix' (Purple Sprouting)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) A choice mix of three British bred Sprouting Broccoli varieties provide top quality, large purple spears throughout the winter and spring at a time when fresh vegetables are often in short supply. Height: 90cm (35"). Spread: 60cm (24").
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Pak Choi 'Green' F1 HybridBrassica rapa Pak Choi Green F1 produces vibrant apple green stems. Ready to harvest in 30 days from sowing as 'baby leaf' or 45-70 days as semi-mature to full size heads. Earlier and later sowings of Pak Choi Green F1 for 'baby leaf' can be made under cloches or fleece. More info |
Cabbage 'Tourmaline' (Winter Savoy)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) You will be harvesting Savoy Cabbage ‘Tourmaline’ throughout the winter and well into spring thanks to its excellent cold weather tolerance. Replacing the ever-popular but now discontinued Cabbage ‘Tarvoy’, this attractive, deeply savoyed, dark green cabbage produces compact, delicious heads. Plants also show a high resistance to xanthemonas (black rot). Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Cauliflower 'All The Year Round' (Spring/ Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) A very useful, very white, dwarf variety that can be sown and harvested at most of the cauliflower harvesting periods of the year. Cauliflower ‘All The Year Round’ will make large, tight heads and is one of the easiest to grow as well. This versatile cauliflower is ideal for successional sowings. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 75cm (30”) More info |
Cauliflower 'Gypsy' F1 Hybrid (Summer)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Cauliflower ‘Gyspy’ is a particularly useful summer variety, producing deep, round, white curds without the pink tinge which can often occur on summer Cauliflowers. The curds are ideal for exhibition. With its vigorous habit this RHS AGM variety will also perform well on less fertile soils. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Summer Purple' (Purple Sprouting)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) Sprouting Broccoli ‘Summer Purple’ is specially bred for summer cropping, with good heat tolerance and no need for winter chilling (vernalisation) to produce its tasty purple spears. This robust, British bred variety produces high yields with regular picking, and crops from July to November if sown at regular intervals. Height: 90cm (35”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Cauliflower 'Clapton' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Over 18 years of conventional breeding have been invested in this clubroot resistant variety. Cauliflower ‘Clapton’ is the first cauliflower with resistance to this devastating brassica disease. Depending on its sowing time this versatile variety matures from late summer to late autumn, producing large, excellent flavoured, solid, deep white heads of uniform quality. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”).
Andrew Tokely says: "Both myself and many other allotment growers believe that Cauliflower Clapton has changed the way that we grow cauliflower. Its Clubroot Resistance is almost foolproof on all soils, even if this dreadful soil borne disease has been present before. Also good sized curds are produced and melt in the mouth". More info |
Cabbage 'Caramba' F1 Hybrid (Summer/ Winter Sweetheart Type)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Sweetheart cabbages have become increasingly popular in supermarkets from late summer to winter. Now you can grow your own! Cabbage ‘Caramba’ has tender, sweet, pointed mid-green hearts, which are ideal shredded raw in salads and coleslaws, and equally delicious as a steamed vegetable. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Cabbage 'Durham Early' (Spring)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Probably one of the most well known and reliable spring cabbages. Cabbage ‘Durham Early’ produces firm, pointed, well flavoured hearts on compact plants. This compact variety also be sown or planted closely for delicious 'spring greens' ready to harvest from February. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 35cm (14”). More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Crispus' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) Sow this latest clubroot resistant hybrid variety in the spring for an autumn harvest. Brussels Sprout ‘Crispus’ has excellent standing ability, good vigour and a wonderful flavour making it a ‘must have’ for the kitchen garden or allotment. Smooth, dark green buttons of excellent quality hold the stalk well and in good condition over a long period. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). More info |
Cauliflower 'Amazing' - Part of the Alan Titchmarsh CollectionBrassica oleracea (Botrytis Group)
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Pak Choi 'White' F1 HybridBrassica rapa Pak Choi White F1 produces pure white, juicy stems. Ready to harvest in 30 days from sowing as 'baby leaf' or 45-70 days as semi-mature to full size heads. Earlier and later sowings of Pak Choi White F1 for 'baby leaf' can be made under cloches or fleece. More info |
Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled'Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole Customer RatingThis popular, compact curly Kale is ideal for growing in windswept gardens or on poor wet soils. Kale ‘Dwarf Green Curled’ produces attractive, dark, tightly frilled leaves of excellent quality. Like all Kale this variety is exceptionally hardy, standing well in the harshest of weather. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 45cm (18”). More info |
Kohl Rabi 'Kolibri' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gongylodes Group) Customer RatingAttractive, purple-skinned roots with pure white, succulent flesh, best eaten when golf ball size, although the flesh still remains succulent and bitter free when roots are larger. Easy to grow, quick to mature in under 8 weeks from sowing. Plants have a neat, compact growth making them ideal for early sowings under cloches or fleece.Prefers well-drained, moist, rich soil in full sun. A rich source of the provitamin A, vitamins C and K and folate as well as the antioxidant carotenoids b-carotene and lutein. Companion planting: Try growing Kohl rabi with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Hispi' F1 Hybrid (Summer)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Customer RatingVersatile Summer Cabbage ‘Hispi’ can be grown at virtually any season of the year and comes to maturity faster than cabbages bred for specific seasons. Even autumn sown, it will beat the earliest of the spring cabbages and a Jan/Feb sowing will also fill the late spring gap in cropping. This RHS AGM variety is a strong and uniform pointed type, with a beautifully sweet flavour. Cabbage ‘Hispi’ has good bolt resistance and needs little growing space so it is ideal for growing in small gardens where space is at a premium. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Andrew Tokely says: "I always sow this cabbage in early March, and I harvest the first sweet and tender hearts by mid June. This is far quicker than traditional spring cabbage sown in the autumn and the flavour is miles better too." Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Kilaton' F1 Hybrid (Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) It has taken over 18 years of conventional breeding to develop a variety that can combat the devastating brassica disease Clubroot, and this superb variety is the most resistant we have ever grown on our trials. This clubroot resistant cabbage produces excellent quality, 2kg, autumn ballheads with a solid, dense structure. Cabbage ‘Kilaton’ is superb for making coleslaws, salads or steaming. This F1 hybrid variety will stand outdoors over a long period, and once harvested stores well without any deterioration to its delicious flavour. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (12”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Minicole' F1 Hybrid (Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Have you noticed how difficult it is to buy a small cabbage, or how garden-grown cabbages get wasted because they are ready and you are not? Cabbage ‘Minicole’ overcomes both these problems, standing ready for cutting for four months if necessary, and can also be grown very close together – ideal where space is at a premium. This RHS AGM variety, is used commercially for coleslaw, and is delicious eaten freshly cut from the garden. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Red Jewel' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Red Jewel’ is one of the best round red cabbages available and will certainly add a bright splash of colour to your plate. This delicious red cabbage produces large, tightly packed hearts with crisp, ruby red leaves that can be harvested from late July to October. This RHS AGM variety will stand in the ground over a long period and stores well once harvested. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Brokali Apollo' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese, Chinese Kale)Brassica oleracea, Kailaan A nutritious cross between selections of broccoli and kailaan (Chinese kale) has produced Broccoli ‘Brakali Apollo’. This superb oriental brassica bears soft and tender stems and flower buds with a delicious and distinctive flavour. The main or central head should be cut first to encourage plenty of tasty side-shoots. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 75cm (30"). More info |
Pak Choi 'Purple' F1 HybridBrassica rapa An eye catching reddish-purple top leaf contrasts with the green undersides and the bright green stems. The purplish colour of Pak Choi Purple F1 is enhanced by cooler autumn weather. Pak Choi Purple F1 is ready to harvest in 30 days from sowing as 'baby leaf' or 45-70 days as semi-mature to full size heads. Earlier and later sowings for 'baby leaf' can be made under cloches or fleece. More info |
Cabbage 'Greyhound' (Summer/Autumn )Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Customer RatingA reliable old favourite, Cabbage ‘Greyhound’ produces early maturing, pointed hearts in summer and autumn. This flavoursome cabbage has little core and very few wasted outer leaves. This RHS AGM variety is neat and compact - ideal where space is at a premium. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 40cm (16"). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cauliflower 'Aalsmeer' (Spring)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Cauliflower ‘Aalsmeer’ shows outstanding winter hardiness and produces well-protected, creamy white heads of a good depth and weight. This RHS AGM spring cauliflower matures gradually throughout April which extends the harvesting period throughout the month. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 75cm (30”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Surprise' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Surprise’ is ideal for successional sowing for summer and autumn harvests, standing well over a long period before splitting. This summer cabbage produces round, shiny, mid-green heads with a sweet flavour that are ideal shredded raw in salads, for stir fries, coleslaw or as a cooked vegetable. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Bosworth' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) British breeding at its best! This early maturing, RHS AGM variety produces firm, smooth, dark green, sweet tasting buttons from October. The flavoursome crop is well spaced on the stem for easy picking, and has excellent holding ability. Initial trials also indicate that Brussels Sprout ‘Bosworth’ has good downy mildew tolerance. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). Companion planting: Try growing Brussels sprouts with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'April' (Spring)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) A spring cabbage with a huge advantage! Unlike many varieties, Cabbage ‘April’ can withstand the tendency to bolt (run to seed) which plagues other varieties of autumn-sown spring cabbage. This superb variety is also ideal when space is at a premium as it can be sown in rows as close as 20cm (10”) apart. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Broccoli 'Aquiles' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) A multi-purpose variety of Calabrese that is primarily used for early sowings and summer cropping, producing smooth, fine-domed heads in just 65 days from transplanting. Broccoli ‘Aquiles’ can also be sown in autumn Late sowings can also be overwintered to produce superb quality heads in late spring. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 75cm (30”). More info |
Cabbage 'Brigadier' F1 Hybrid (Autumn/Winter)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Brigadier’ produces giant heads weighing up to 6.5kg (14lbs). The enormous heads of this winter cabbage have a high sugar and Vitamin C content, making them delicious eaten raw, but also excellent when cooked. Cabbage ‘Brigadier’ has good fusarium resistance and stands well in good condition over a long period. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 75cm (30”).Andrew Tokely says: "A February or Early March sowing can produce by September hearts that are as big as footballs and have many show bench prizes for me. Although large and firm they are full of flavour when cooked and equally as tasty eaten raw in a salad." More info |
Cabbage 'January King 3' (Winter Savoy)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) This is a really hardy winter cabbage - not even severe frost seems to bother it. The heads of Savoy Cabbage ‘January King’ are crisp and crunchy with a good flavour, and the leaf is an attractive conifer-blue colour. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 60cm (24”).Andrew Tokely says: "This variety may have been around for a few years but I don't think it can be beaten for flavour and its ability to stand well during some of the harshest of winters." Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Pyramid' F1 Hybrid (Spring/Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) A versatile British bred, pointed cabbage for sowing and harvesting all year round. Cabbage ‘Pyramid’ is ideal for use as 'greens' or 'hearted cabbages with very good colour. This RHS AGM variety stands very well, staying in good condition without bolting. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Kale 'Scarlet'Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole Customer RatingKale ‘Scarlet’ produces highly decorative, dark green, red veined leaves which show more colour as colder weather approaches. This superb curly Kale makes a delicious 'salad leaf' when young, or can be grown to maturity for a supply of winter greens at a time when fresh vegetable are scarce in the garden. Mature plants show excellent winter hardiness, standing well in the harshest weather for a long season of harvest. Height: 90cm (35”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Revenge' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) Customer RatingA high quality RHS AGM variety with good levels of disease resistance and a vigorous, sturdy growth habit. With later mid season maturity, Brussels Sprout ‘Revenge’ produces heavy crops of dark-green, sweet buttons that can be harvested just in time for Christmas, although buttons will also hold exceptionally well until February. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). Companion planting: Try growing Brussels sprouts with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Kale 'Reflex' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole Recent breeding has given Kale ‘Reflex’ more intensely curled, succulent and nutritious, dark leaves which stand well without yellowing. This delicious curly kale can be picked over a long period or can also be used as a baby salad leaf ingredient . Excellent winter hardiness makes kale a useful winter to spring vegetable at a time when fresh garden produce is scarce. Height: 90cm (35”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing kale with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Bedford Fillbasket'Brassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) Often producing the largest, most solid, dark green sprouts and the heaviest yields, Brussels Sprout ‘Bedford Fillbasket’ provides a continuous crop from early autumn to Christmas. A distinctive sprout with an good, assertive flavour. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). More info |
Cabbage 'Sir' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group)
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Brussels Sprout 'Falstaff'Brassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) This novelty purple-red sprout will add a touch of colour to your plate. Brussels Sprout ‘Falstaff’ matures over a long period, and has a milder, nuttier flavour than standard green types. Buttons can be harvested from October but the colour develops greater intensity after a hard frost, which is retained when the sprouts are cooked, steamed or microwaved. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). More info |
Cabbage 'Tundra' F1 Hybrid (Winter Savoy)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Customer RatingThis RHS AGM variety produces solid, sweet, crisp heads that are ideal for winter salads. Winter Savoy Cabbage ‘Tundra’ is high yielding and particularly hardy, so it can be harvested right through the winter. Cabbages are easy to grow being perfectly suited to the British climate, and make a delicious and healthy side dish, as they are high in vitamins and low in calories. Height: 40cm (16”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'All Year Round Collection' (Purple Sprouting)Brassica oleracea Enjoy freshly picked shoots of sprouting broccoli that can be harvested all year round. Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 60cm (24").
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Brussels Sprout 'Brilliant' F1 Hybrid - Part of the Alan Titchmarsh CollectionBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group)
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Broccoli 'Rudolph' (Purple Sprouting)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) One of the earliest varieties, Purple Sprouting Broccoli ‘Rudolph’ produces tasty large spears from January, or in colder parts of the UK, from February. These vigorous plants provide good yields at a time when fresh vegetables from the garden are often in short supply. Height: 90cm (35”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Broccoli 'Red Spear' (Purple Sprouting) - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Italica Group)
Purple Sprouting Broccoli ‘Red Spear’ produces heavy yields of top quality spears. The delicious crop makes a tasty treat in February and March, at a time when fresh vegetables from the garden are scarce. This vigorous variety holds an RHS AGM for its exceptional garden performance. Height: 90cm (35"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Companion planting: Try growing broccoli with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Cabbage 'Siberia' F1 Hybrid (Winter Savoy)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) This highly frost tolerant variety can withstand all types of weather without the large, dark blue-green leaves becoming discoloured by frost. Because it stands well over a long period you will be able to enjoy the delicious sweet flavour of Savoy Cabbage ‘Siberia’ for many weeks. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”). More info |
Cauliflower 'Avalanche' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Excellent dual purpose variety, particularly for solid miniature heads when planted closely, or for a snow white larger head at wider spacing. Cauliflower ‘Avalanche’ has a vigorous, upright habit, producing quality heads which stand well in good condition. Suitable for close spacing to produce miniature heads. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Kale 'Walking Stick'Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole, Walking Stick Cabbage Increasingly popular, Kale ‘Cavolo Palmizio Senza Testa’ can be used as a tasty 'baby leaf' to add colour, texture and taste to mixed salads. The mature plant of Kale ‘Cavolo Palmizio Senza Testa’ can also be used as a winter hardy vegetable when fresh produce is in short supply. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Cauliflower 'Veronica' (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group), Romanesco Cauliflower Cauliflower ‘Veronica’ is an RHS AGM Romanesco type producing attractive heads of individual florets with lovely spirals from late summer to early frosts, from successional plantings. The season can be extended by protecting the heads against frost with fleece. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Attraction' (Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) The excellent internal structure of Cabbage ‘Attraction’ gives the tastiest white coleslaw ever, or try shredding it raw into winter salads. This superb cabbage has a vigorous growth habit so can be grown in all almost soil types. With good resistance to early frost damage Cabbage ‘Attraction’ is ideal for extending the cutting season into early winter. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 50cm (20”). More info |
Pak Choi CollectionBrassica rapa Three unique hybrid Pak Chois to highlight salads or stir fries. Collection comprises one packet each of: Pak Choi Purple F1 - An eye catching reddish-purple top leaf contrasts with the green undersides and the bright green stems. Pak Choi Green F1 - Produces vibrant apple green stems. Pak Choi White F1 - Produces pure white, juicy stems. Ready to harvest in 30 days from sowing as 'baby leaf' or 45-70 days as semi-mature to full size heads. Earlier and later sowings for 'baby leaf' can be made under cloches or fleece. Companion planting: Try growing Pak Choi with mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cauliflower 'Nessie' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) This outstanding RHS AGM variety produces pure white curds which do not discolour. Cauliflower ‘Nessie’ can be sown in autumn or spring for a long season of cutting from June to October. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Durham Early' (Spring) - Part of the Alan Titchmarsh CollectionBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group)
This variety is dual purpose. Tasty eaten as spring greens in February or allowed to mature into compact plants and eaten as one of the most reliable spring cabbages. Cabbage 'Durham Early' has firm, pointed, well flavoured hearts. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 35cm (14"). More info |
Cauliflower 'Autumn Giant 4' (Autumn/ Winter)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) This late maturing cauliflower produces beautiful, firm, white heads that are well protected by leaves. Cauliflower ‘Autumn Giant 4’ is a reliable variety for late autumn and winter crops of cauliflower which can be cut from November. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Cabbage 'Elisa' F1 Hybrid (Summer)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Elisa’ is a deliciously sweet tasting summer cabbage of exceptional quality, producing compact, round, shiny heads. This RHS AGM variety stands well over a long period without splitting, and has good resistance to bolting. Ideal sliced raw in salads and stir-fries as well as a steamed vegetable. Height: 25cm (10”). Spread: 35cm (14”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Maximus' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) Brussels Sprout ‘Maximus’ produces a high yield of excellent quality, smooth, sweet tasting buttons. Cropping over a long period from September through to February, from successional sowings, this sturdy variety also has good disease resistance. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). Companion planting: Try growing Brussels sprouts with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Bright' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group)
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Brassica 'Petit Posy Mix'™Brassica oleracea Interesting British breeding, a cross between the Kale and Brussels Sprouts species producing 'rosettes' of loose frilly edged buttons on a long stalk, in purples, greens and bicoloured leaves. However, the flavour and nutritional content of Brassica Petit Posy™ is akin to spring greens rather than Brussels sprouts - perfect for those who don't enjoy sprouts! Stands in condition throughout the winter, very winter hardy. The loose buttons are easy to pick off the stems and are perfect for adding to stir fries, serving steamed or microwaved and make very nutritious winter greens. One seed packet could produce enough crop to last up to five months supply. More info |
Cauliflower 'Pavilion' F1 Hybrid (Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) RHS AGM variety, Cauliflower ‘Pavilion’ is Australian bred producing premium quality, deep, pure white curds during late September and October. The curds are well protected against frosts by leaves which prolong the curd quality and extend the cropping season. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Brassica 'Clubroot Resistant Collection B'Brassica oleracea An answer to thousands of gardeners' prayers! After over 18 years of conventional breeding against this devastating brassica disease, T&M are pleased to offer these clubroot resistant varieties. Height: 75cm (30"). Spread: 60cm (24").
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Spinach 'Bordeaux' F1 HybridSpinacia oleracea Customer RatingNew breeding in spinach to provide stunning red stems and leaf veins contrasting against a darker green leaf. Spinach Bordeaux has a sweeter flavour and the colour contrast provides a superb 'salad leaf ingredient', as 'baby spinach' or as a steamed vegetable. More info |
Broccoli 'Redhead' (Purple Sprouting)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) Broccoli ‘Redhead’ makes an improvement on traditional forms of Purple Sprouting Broccoli. This RHS AGM variety produces a more vigorous plant with large primary heads, along with good sized, secondary shoots, for picking over an 8 week period from March to April. Height: 90cm (35"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Companion planting: Try growing broccoli with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Jewel' (Winter)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) An outstanding variety for over-winter production of evenly sized, smooth, dark leaved greens. Cabbage ‘Jewel’ is very slow to heart, eventually forming compact 250g (8oz) loose heads with an excellent flavour. This outstanding winter cabbage has good resistance to bolting and superb winter hardiness. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”). More info |
Kale 'Cavolo Palmizio Senza Testa' - Vita Sementi® Italian SeedsBrassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole Increasingly popular, Cavolo Palmizio Senza Testa can be used as a 'baby salad leaf' to add colour, texture and taste to mixed salads. The mature plant of Kale Cavolo Palmizio Senza Testa can also be used as a winter hardy vegetable when fresh produce is in short supply. More info |
Kale 'Starbor' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Acephala Group) This uniform variety can be grown year round on the windowsill for a constant supply of tasty baby leaves. If grown outdoors for a mature crop, Kale ‘Starbor’ produces delicious blue-green leaves with a superb flavour and texture. The densely curled leaves are extremely winter hardy and stand well for harvesting over a very long period. Height: 40cm (16"). Spread: 45cm (18"). More info |
Endive 'Mixed' - Vita Sementi® Italian SeedsCichorium endivia A mixture of different tastes, colours and leaf shapes, from light to dark green outer leaves and white to gold centres, plus deep green salad endive with upright irregular shaped leaves. Ideal for summer and autumn cultivation.Endive Indivia Mixed contains Endive Romanesca da Taglio, Fijne Krul Geel (Sempre Bianca), Pancalieri a Costa Bianca, Riccia a Cuore d'Oro. More info |
Cabbage 'Supervoy' F1 Hybrid (Winter Savoy) - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group)
Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Cabbage 'All Year Round Collection'Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Enjoy this collection of tasty cabbages that can be harvested all year round. Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 60cm (24").
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Cauliflower 'Gitano' F1 Hybrid (Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) This Romanesco type produces deep green heads with an erect pyramidal curd full of spirals that are ideal for harvesting from September. Romanesco is one of the most nutritious brassicas you can grow. Cauliflower ‘Gitano’ shows good mildew resistance and tolerance to cold weather. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' F1 Hybrid - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group)
Companion planting: Try growing Brussels sprouts with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Cauliflower 'Cheddar' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) This aptly named RHS AGM variety, Cauliflower ‘Cheddar’ produces stunning yellow-orange heads containing a high level of beta carotene. Leave the heads uncovered for the best colour, which will be more prominent later in the autumn. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cabbage 'Savoy King' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn Savoy)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Savoy King’ outpaces and out yields all other Savoys producing a crop almost every season of the year, so you don't need to wait for winter to experience that delicious Savoy flavour. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”). More info |
Cabbage 'Shelta' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) A dark green ball head type produces good yields of uniform cabbages with a sweet flavour, which are ideal shredded raw in salads, or steamed. Cabbage ‘Shelta’ has good standing ability and bolting resistance. Height: 25cm (10”). Spread: 45cm (18”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Kabuki' F1 Hybrid (Mini Vegetable, Calabrese)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) A compact Calabrese, bred specifically for closer spacing and increased yields per m2. Broccoli ‘Kabuki’ produces a quality central head followed by smaller side shoots that are equally delicious and freeze well. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Broccoli 'Brokali Apollo' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese, Chinese Kale) - Part of the Alan Titchmarsh CollectionBrassica oleracea, Kailaan
Here’s a chance to grow a tasty and nutritious, distinctly flavoured, tender-stem broccoli at a fraction of the price of imported supermarket produce. Broccoli 'Brokali Apollo' is a unique cross between selections of broccoli and Chinese kale which produces a plant with soft and tender stems and flower buds that you are sure to enjoy. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 75cm (30"). More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Full Season Collection'Brassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) Extend the cropping season with these two superb varieties or Brussel Sprout and enjoy tasty buttons from October through to March. Height: 75cm (30"). Spread: 50cm (20").
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Cabbage 'Tarvoy' F1 Hybrid (Winter Savoy)Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Cabbage ‘Tarvoy’ remains in harvest condition for several months once mature, extending the cropping period significantly. This particularly hardy variety produces dense, dark green heads with a good flavour. This RHS AGM Winter Savoy is an outstanding performer in difficult winter conditions. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cauliflower 'Chassiron' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) With ongoing climate changes, Cauliflower ‘Chassiron’ has been especially bred for the July to late-October cutting period. This variety has shown excellent quality when grown during heatwaves and drought, as well as in cooler, wetter summers and autumns. Plants have good leaf cover protecting the deep, pure-white, smooth curds, preventing any discoloration. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Broccoli 'Fiesta' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese) - Duchy Originals Organic SeedsBrassica oleracea (Italica Group) This impressive RHS AGM Calabrese produces delicious, large, domed heads weighing 340g (12oz). Once the main head is harvested, further medium sized heads form on sideshoots during late summer and autumn. Broccoli ‘Fiesta’ has excellent heat tolerance making it ideal for summer cropping. This nutritious broccoli is delicious steamed and freezes well too. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Companion planting: Try growing broccoli with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Burbank' F1 Hybrid (White Sprouting)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) Strong, vigorous plants produce a high yield of large, creamy-white spears over several weeks from February. Broccoli ‘Burbank’ is the first British-bred, F1 hybrid, white sprouting broccoli. This tasty, versatile brassica provides an excellent supply of fresh greens at a time when fresh vegetables can be in short supply in the garden. Height: 90cm (35”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Cauliflower 'Helsinki' F1 Hybrid - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Botrytis Group)
Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Broccoli 'Fiesta' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese)Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) This impressive RHS AGM Calabrese produces delicious, large, domed heads weighing 340g (12oz). Once the main head is harvested, further medium sized heads form on sideshoots during late summer and autumn. Broccoli ‘Fiesta’ has excellent heat tolerance making it ideal for summer cropping. This nutritious broccoli is delicious steamed and freezes well too. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Companion planting: Try growing broccoli with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Broccoli 'Typhoon' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese) - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Italica Group)
Companion planting: Try growing broccoli with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Kale 'Kapitan' F1 Hybrid - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Acephala Group)
Companion planting: Try growing kale with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Cabbage 'Mohykan' F1 Hybrid (Autumn) - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group)
Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Cabbage 'Derby Day' (Summer) - Duchy Originals Organic SeedsBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group) As its name suggests, Cabbage ‘Derby Day’ can be harvested as early as June. This ballhead summer cabbage has good resistance against bolting and stands well over a long period making it ideal for successional harvests. Delicious boiled, steamed or shredded raw into salads. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |
Cauliflower 'Goodman' (Summer) - Duchy Originals Organic SeedsBrassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) This high yielding organic cauliflower produces reliable, top quality, uniform curds that can be cut from midsummer onwards. The well protected, firm, pure white heads of Cauliflower ‘Goodman’ are quick to mature on vigorous plants that can be cropped just 80 to 90 days from transplanting. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Cabbage 'Jersey Wakefield' (Summer) - HeritageBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group) With a compact habit with few wasted outer leaves, Cabbage ‘Jersey Wakefield’ can planted closely making it ideal for smaller gardens. The firm, conical, pale green hearts are tender and flavoursome - delicious used raw in salads and coleslaw. This heritage variety is fine summer cabbage that stands well throughout summer. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Brussels Sprout 'Bitesize' F1 HybridBrassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) British-bred and very aptly named, the sweet tasting, baby buttons of Brussel Sprout ‘Bitesize’ are half the size of normal sprouts and remain firm on the stem over a long period. The mid-green sprouts are well spaced for easy picking from late November onwards. Height: 75cm (30”). Spread: 50cm (20”). More info |
Cabbage 'Duchy' F1 Hybrid (Spring/Summer/Autumn) - SowStrong® CollectionBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group)
Companion planting: Try growing cabbages with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: Companion Planting |
Cabbage 'Wheelers Imperial' (Spring) - HeritageBrassica oleracea (Capitata Group) Well known for over 100 years for its superb reliability. With a neat, compact habit, Cabbage ‘Wheelers Imperial’ produces firm, well-flavoured, pointed, tender hearts for a spring harvest, or can be cropped as ‘spring greens’ from February. This traditional heritage variety is also suitable for spring sowing for summer and autumn cutting. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Kale 'Rossignol'Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group), Borecole This heritage kale variety from Eastern Europe has a unique leaf colour and shape compared to other ‘curly kales’. An autumn/winter maturing variety, Kale ‘Rossignol’ is ideal for producing tasty, fresh and nutritious leaves at a time when fresh produce can be in short supply. This superb variety will stand in good condition for a particularly long period. Height: 90cm (35”). Spread: 60cm (24”). More info |
Cauliflower 'Emeraude' F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) Cauliflower ‘Emeraude’ produces late summer crops of superb quality, medium sized curds with an attractive bright green colour. This nutritious RHS AGM variety will certainly add colour to your plate. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 60cm (24”). Companion planting: Try growing cauliflowers with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles. Useful links: More info |