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Lettuce 'Brighton' (Winter Butterhead)

This glasshouse type, butterhead lettuce is perfect for growing crops of large, well-filled hearts in winter and early spring. Lettuce ‘Brighton’ produces bright green, compact heads with good flavour and texture which are resistant to many strains of downy mildew. Height: 20 (8).…  More Info

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Cabbage 'Pretino' F1

…red cabbage is bursting with health-giving antioxidants as well as looking wonderful in the veg patch. Cabbage ‘Pretino’ is a very early variety with good bolting resistance, producing dense, round dense heads weighing between 1.2-2kg. Matures in 65 days. Height: 40cm (16”).…  More Info

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Cosmos 'Candyfloss Mix'

In a sugary confection of pinks, magenta and white, these easily grown Cosmos 'Candyfloss Mix' are early to flower and will continue blooming throughout summer on compact, dwarf plants. Ideal for borders, containers and the cutting garden. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 40cm (16”).  More Info

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Potato 'Wilja'

Second Early ‘Wilja’ is a versatile potato distinguished by its tasty, earthy-flavour. Produces oval tubers with creamy yellow flesh. Their texture is medium-dry, holding their shape well when cooked to produce soft, fluffy spuds. Good storage properties. Height and spread: 60cm (24)…  More Info

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Rudbeckia Summerdaisy Double Apricot

Blooming from early summer right through to autumn, Rudbeckia 'Summerdaisy's Double Apricot' produces masses of eye-catching sunny yellow double flowers on bushy, vigorous and uniform plants. Relatively compact at only 50cm (20in) tall, this robust and easy-to-grow hardy perennial is perfect for…  More Info

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Kiwi 'Atlas' (Male Variety)

…essential pollination partner for all other female Kiwi fruits. A handsome vine with heart-shaped leaves, it bears creamy-white, lightly fragrant flowers in early summer that are a magnet for insects and capable of pollinating up to 8 female Kiwi vines. Maximum height and spread: 4 - 6 m (13-20ft).  More Info

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Potato 'Belle De Fontenay'

Early maincrop. An old French salad potato from the late 1800's that is esteemed for its flavour which further improves on storage. This attractive maincrop variety produces beautiful, long, pale yellow tubers with a firm, waxy texture that is delicious boiled or steamed. Height and spread: 60cm…  More Info

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Carrot Fly Free Collection

…little damage. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 15cm (6). * Collection comprises one pack each of: * Carrot 'Resistafly' - A 'Nantes' type with good early vigour, a smooth skin and excellent core colour. The uniform 15cm (6) roots store particularly well.* Carrot 'Flyaway' - A naturally very sweet…  More Info

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Dianthus barbatus 'Indian Carpet Mixed'

…bedding. Dianthus barbatus 'Indian Carpet Mixed' can be treated either as a biennial or as a half hardy annual. Sown in early spring, it will produce flowers from early summer, usually in around 10 weeks from sowing. Alternatively, grow it as a biennial for blooming in the following spring.…  More Info

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Raspberry 'Yummy'

…in early summer and even produce fruit in their first year, so you won't have to wait for long. Perfectly proportioned for growing in patio containers or raised beds. Better still, these primocanes don't require a complicated pruning regime - either leave last years stems in place for early crops…  More Info

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Chaenomeles x superba 'Crimson and Gold'

Chaenomeles x superba 'Crimson and Gold' is a compact, low growing shrub that flowers in early spring. It produces small red flowers, with golden yellow anthers, on bare branches in early spring before the foliage appears. As the year progresses, the flowers are replaced with yellow fruits, which…  More Info

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Chaenomeles x superba 'Pink Lady'

Chaenomeles x superba 'Pink Lady is a lovely early spring flowering shrub, that has won the Award of Garden Merit from the RHS. This cultivar of Japanese Quince has coral pink, cup shaped flowers that provide nectar early in the growing season, for pollinating insects. In autumn golden-green fruits…  More Info

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Lilac 'Bloomerang Pink Perfume'

…butterflies, Lilac 'Bloomerang Pink Perfume' has panicles of dainty, cross-shaped, pink, flowers that bloom in late spring / early summer, then again in later summer / early autumn. The plant has a neat compact growth, making it a great choice for a small garden. This Syringa has a lovely fragrance,…  More Info

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Fuji Cherry 'Kojo No Mai'

…stunning early spring display of white flowers with hints of pink. Unlike many ornamental cherries, Prunus 'Kojo No Mai' is a compact, rounded shrub, ideal for small and low-maintenance gardens. Fuji Cherries are easy to grow and look fabulous either as a specimen shrub, under-planted with early…  More Info

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Wisteria sinensis 'Prolific'

…mid-spring through to early summer. A dense covering of feathery, divided leaves provide interest throughout summer, turning buttery yellow before falling in autumn. This variety of Chinese Wisteria is more reliable than the straight species, producing fuller flowers from an early age. A wonderful…  More Info

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Campanula persicifolia

…thing. From early to mid-summer, low rosettes of narrow, evergreen leaves produce sturdy stems carrying large open bells in a dainty shade of lilac blue. It will modestly self-seed, nicely sprinkling itself throughout borders where it combines harmoniously with other classic early cottage perennials…  More Info

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Anchusa Azurea 'Loddon Royalist'

…colour contrast, pair Anchusa ‘Loddon Royalist’ with an early flowering Geum such as ‘Lady Stratheden’. This Anchusa is a great choice for a cottage wildlife garden as the blooms provide an early banquet for pollinators. The flowers are also edible - perfect for freezing…  More Info

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Runner Bean 'Scarlet Empire'

…Empire' produces longer, smoother, slender pods which are stringless, but remain as early, tasty and productive as its forebear. The plants are vigorous and quick to emerge - essential qualities for early sowings. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 30cm (12). Supplied as peat free plugs/9cm pots. Culinary…  More Info

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Blueberry 'Duke' & fertiliser

A early to mid cropping variety producing good crops in July and early August. Blueberry 'Duke' bears firm, medium sized, light blue berries with a sweet flavour. Upright bushes can become laden with up to 20 lbs of fruit when mature. The delicious fruits retain their freshness longer than most…  More Info

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Rhododendron Yakush Hybrid 'Centennial Gold'

…are perfect for containers and small gardens. They are renowned for their vigour and floriferous character, bearing big, showy blooms from May to early June on compact, bushy plants with dense rich evergreen foliage. Rhododendron ‘Centennial Gold’ bears funnel-shaped flowers in a soft…  More Info

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Clematis 'Blue Light'

…double-flowered blooms, 11-15cm across, in pale violet-blue. Clematis ‘Blue Light’ bursts into a prolific first flush of flowers from early summer which are fully double. These are followed in late summer/early autumn by flowers which are mostly single, with a prominent central ruff of…  More Info

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Grape 'Sukribe'

An extremely hardy white grape originating in Latvia. Grape 'Sukribe' produces very early crops of medium-sized clusters. The grapes are small to medium with juicy flesh and good flavour. Suitable as a dessert grape or for wine-making. A vigorous vine which is highly resistant to fungal diseases. As…  More Info

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Polemonium caeruleum

…Flowering May to June, it makes a charming addition to early summer borders in part shade, woodland gardens or beneath deciduous trees and shrubs. It is perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens as the flowers are a valuable source of early nectar and pollen for insects emerging from hibernation.…  More Info

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Monarda didyma

From early summer to early autumn, Monarda didyma bears distinctive whorls of bright scarlet blooms, each one composed of 2-lipped, tubular flowers. The shaggy flowers are held on erect stems above clumps of deep green, aromatic foliage. Monarda didyma is a great choice for wildlife lovers, as…  More Info

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Lobelia 'Fountain White'

…too, delivering additional summer colour after the main spring display has finished. These generous plants are smothered in flowers from early summer until early autumn and make an indispensable companion to other Lobelias and bedding plants. Height: 15cm (6in). Spread: 45cm (18in). Plant height and…  More Info

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Pea 'Kelvedon Wonder'

…sowings. Pea 'Kelvedon Wonder' produces 2 pods per node with each narrow pod containing up to 8 succulent peas. This heavy yielding and reliable first early variety shows resistance to Pea Wilt, and good tolerance to Powdery Mildew. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 25cm (10). Culinary note: Some parts of…  More Info

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Phlox drummondii 'Dwarf Beauty Mixed'

…out summer beds sowing in drifts etc, and the flowers are splendid for cutting. Autumn sown plants make fine spring flowering pot plants for the cool greenhouse. Flowers early summer to autumn. Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.  More Info

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Asparagus officinalis 'Martha Washington'

A very strong growing and productive variety. Asparagus 'Mary Washington' produces long, thick spears in May and early June that are delicious eaten fresh from the garden and are also suitable for freezing. Although asparagus beds take several years to establish, each asparagus crown can produce up…  More Info

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Marigold 'Scarlet Sophie'

Spectacular camellia-like blooms - uniquely different, the rich russet red flowers trimmed with gold change to flame red as the flower ages. Early and smothered with blooms all season. Recommended for beds, borders, pots, window boxes etc. Flowers all summer. Height: 25-30cm (10-12in). Culinary…  More Info

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Broad Bean 'The Sutton'

…beans, which are excellent for freezing. Broad Bean 'The Sutton' is ideal for successional sowings in spring, or can be sown under cloches in autumn for particularly early crops. The neat compact plants are ideal for small gardens or growing in containers. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 25cm (10).  More Info

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Marigold 'Golden Gem'

…making it excellent for edging borders and for outdoor containers. Deep golden flowers are produced in profusion throughout the summer. Flowers early summer to first frosts. Height 15cm (6in). Culinary note: Signet Marigold flowers are edible. Culinary note: The citrus tasting flowers have many…  More Info

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Marigold 'Lemon Gem'

…edging to pathway or lawn. It grows well even in an adverse summer with the mounded plants smothered in blooms from the end of June onwards. Flowers early summer to first frosts. Height 23cm (9in). Culinary note: The citrus tasting flowers have many uses, try them in salads, sandwiches or seafood…  More Info

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Marigold 'Boy O' Boy Orange'

The large, deep orange, double crested flowers are produced prolifically from early June until frosts. A petite bright and cheerful variety very suited for windowboxes and the front of the border as well as bedding, tubs etc. Flowers all summer. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 25cm (10). Culinary note:…  More Info

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Marigold 'Boy O' Boy Yellow'

A counterpart to Boy O' Boy Orange with large bright yellow, double crested flowers which are produced prolifically from early June until frosts. A petite bright and cheerful variety very suited for windowboxes and the front of the border as well as bedding, tubs etc. Flowers all summer. Culinary…  More Info

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Tomato 'Shirley' F1 Hybrid - Seeds

…favourite Cordon. Tomato 'Shirley' remains one of the most popular varieties for cultivating in cold or slightly heated greenhouses. This early maturing tomato has become an exhibitor's favourite for its heavy crops of excellent quality fruit. Tomato 'Shirley' also shows excellent disease…  More Info

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Tomato 'Alicante'

Cordon. Tomato 'Alicante' is a generally superior variety possessing all the things we look for in a tomato. Early in the season it produces heavy crops of medium sized, greenback free fruits with a superb sweet flavour. This productive and reliable tomato is best grown as a cordon either in the…  More Info

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Mimulus x hybridus 'Monkey Magic' F1 Hybrid

Attractive 5cm (2 inch) pure white monkey flowers, mysteriously splashed with vibrant red spots, Flowering from early summer when as if by magic, your shady borders and containers will be transformed. Height: 15-23cm (6-9in). Culinary note: The leaves of the monkeyflower can be eaten raw or cooked.…  More Info

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Runner Bean 'Polestar'

…gardeners' favourite. The stringless, fleshy pods are produced in clusters of fleshy, flavoursome beans reaching 25cm (10) in length. This variety is early to flower and crops well over a long season. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 30cm (12). Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For…  More Info

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Broad Bean 'Witkiem'

This white seeded variety shows excellent tolerance to cold weather making it ideal for early February sowings, but can also be sown successionally through to May. Broad Bean 'Witkiem' produces a good crop of plump pods filled with big, tasty beans which can be harvested from June onwards. This…  More Info

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Spring Onion 'Purplette' - Kew Collection Seeds

…to home gardeners. The Kew Collection and The Kew Urban Garden Collection have been specially selected by The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. An early bulbing, glossy purple-red skinned salad onion when small. The colour changes to lovely pastel pink when larger bulbs are pickled or cooked. Useful…  More Info

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Tomato 'Country Taste' F1 Hybrid

…attain weights over 227g ('lb) if trusses are trimmed to allow 3 or 4 fruits to ripen per truss. This fantastic beefsteak tomato is particularly early to set and ripen when grown under glass. An excellent cordon tomato for exhibition and competitions - you could grow a record breaker! Height: 200cm…  More Info

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Tomato 'Suncherry Premium' F1 Hybrid

…available, making the perfect complement to our ever popular orange-skinned variety 'Sungold'. Huge crops of shiny, bite-sized red fruits ripen early and continue to be produced throughout the summer. This cordon variety is best grown in the greenhouse, but will also grow in a sheltered, sunny…  More Info

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Radish 'Cherry Belle'

This fast maturing variety produces early crops of sweet and succulent, mildly flavoured radish. The globe shaped roots of Radish 'Cherry Belle' have appealing bright red skins and a crisp, crunchy texture. This RHS AGM variety is best sown successionally for ongoing crops throughout summer that are…  More Info

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Potato 'Vivaldi'

Incredibly versatile, this variety is excellent for boiling, baking, roasting and mashing. It can even be harvested early for high yields of 'baby potatoes'. Oval, yellow skinned with pale yellow flesh, Vivaldi makes a delicious general purpose potato. (Each pack of 20 tubers weighs approximately…  More Info

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Diascia barberae 'Rose Queen'

…At the back of the flower are two short spurs and the throat is tinged with purple and marked with a yellow spot. Easy to raise it thrives in ordinary garden soil and Flowers and flowers! Superb for sunny borders and excellent in containers. Flowers early summer to first frosts. Height 30cm (12in).  More Info

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Knautia macedonica

One of the finest perennials for the border we have seen. It has a very long season of flowering lasting well into the autumn and early winter. The dense, double, pin cushion scabious like flowers are a brilliantly strong cherry red, a rare colour in border flowers. Makes a large, neat, rounded…  More Info

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Radicchio 'Rossa di Treviso precoce'

Italian salad vegetable used to add zest, colour, texture and unique flavour to mixed salads. Ideal for autumn and early winter use, with outstanding weather resistance. Radicchio 'Rossa di Treviso precoce' can also be used as a salad leaf through the spring and summer. Distinctive flavour and…  More Info

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Potato 'Charlotte'

Distinctive pear shaped tubers with firm creamy flesh and waxy, yellow skin. This popular second early variety makes an excellent salad potato; delicious eaten hot or cold. Tuber size 35/45mm. Useful links: How to plant and grow potatoes We secure the earliest, freshest lifted tubers to start our…  More Info

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Cosmos sulphureus 'Brightness Mixed'

…free-flowering cosmos of this type. Dwarf and bushy plants are covered with flowers in a delightful mixture of gold, lemon, orange and red from early summer through to the autumn frosts. Spectacular when planted towards the front of annual borders or in containers. Culinary note: The blooms will…  More Info

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Carrot 'Paris Market - Atlas'

Rounded, bite-sized carrots with a smooth, bright orange skin. Carrot 'Paris Market - Atlas' is early maturing, producing uniform crops of deliciously tender carrots that make a tasty, nutritious addition to lunchboxes. These compact carrots are ideal for growing in containers and windowboxes. The…  More Info

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Cucumber 'Crystal Apple'

Outdoor type.This fascinating heritage variety originates from Australia in the early 1900's. Cucumber 'Crystal Apple' crops prolifically if the large golf ball sized fruits are picked regularly. The crisp, tender flesh has a sweet flavour with no bitter after taste. This outdoor variety is best…  More Info

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Dianthus plumarius 'Sweetness Mixed'

A true breakthrough! First year flowering from July to September from an early (February) sowing, producing heavily scented pinks. Dwarf, bushy, spreading plants; ideal for cottage or perennial borders. Easy to maintain - simply trim spent blooms with shears at the end of the season. Culinary note:…  More Info

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Iris x hollandica 'Picasso'

…with dark veins for an eye-catching display. This hardy perennial has an upright habit that adds height and structure to planting schemes. Dutch Iris are undemanding and easy to grow, creating a dramatic, late spring and early summer display year after year. Height: 50cm (20). Spread: 20cm (10).  More Info

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Allium amplectens 'Graceful Beauty'

This pretty little Allium is a real delight in late spring and early summer. Starry, white flowers are delicately blushed with a hint of pink, forming elegant rounded flower heads. The blooms rise to around 30cm tall upon upright stems, creating strong vertical structure at the front of borders.…  More Info

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Dianthus 'Festival Mixed'

…interspecific hybrid of D. barbartus and D. chinensis that looks great in rockeries, cottage garden borders and in informal planters. A mix of early flowering plants and bi-coloured blooms, the flowers are a mix of four types, in shades of pink, red and white. These hardy, dwarf plants form dense,…  More Info

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Oxalis Censation™ 'Double Pink Wonder'

…bulb, forming a spreading clump of triangular, clover-like foliage. It is ideal for alpine troughs, pots and sheltered rockeries. 'In most parts of the UK they are best grown in containers and moved to a frost free position in early autumn, as they are only half-hardy. Height and spread: 15cm (6?).  More Info

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Cucumber 'Baby Rocky'

…Rocky' is a vigorous variety that produces delicious snack-size fruits that are perfect for lunch boxes, picnics and salads. A heavy cropper that is early to ripen, producing smooth skinned fruits that are just 9cm (4) long with crisp flesh and excellent flavour. As an all female variety there will…  More Info

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Onion 'Elisa' and 'Karminka' Mix

…and brown-skinned onion varieties with usual elliptical shape, ideal for slicing into neat, uniform rings. Onion ?Elista? and ?Karminka? Mix are early maturing so you can enjoy your first fresh harvests from August through to September. Both varieties with excellent storage potential, once lifted…  More Info

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Allium carolinianum 'Rosy Dream'

The fluffy, rounded blooms of Allium carolinianum 'Rosy Dream' rise upon slender stems from clumps of strap-like foliage in early summer. This neat little Allium is a delightful lilac-pink colour that adds a soft colour palette to sunnny borders. With a short, compact habit they are best grouped…  More Info

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Asparagus 'Gijnlim' (Spring/ Autumn Planting)

This reliable variety produces succulent green spears with dark purple tips, from early on in the season. Asparagus ?Gijnlim? is an ?all male? variety. With no need for seed production, it puts all its energy into producing top quality spears; so you can expect heavier yields than most varieties.…  More Info

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