A fast growing, great tasting hybrid variety that can be used as mild baby leaves or full flavoured mature leaves. Slow to bolt which makes it a great performer across a range of climates. It is suitable for quick crops in patio containers or pots. The nutritious leaves are rich in Vitamin C and iron.
Winner of an RHS Award of Garden Merit for reliability and good performance.
How To Grow | Sow thinly 12mm (1/2in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Cover with a fine layer of soil and firm gently. Keep soil moist. Seedlings appear in 14-21 days. Thin out to 30cm (12in) apart. Baby leaves should not require thinning if sown thinly. Keep moist and weed free. Sow at 3 week intervals for succession crops. |
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When To Plant | Late Summer through Winter |
Harvest | 8-10 weeks |
When to Sow/Plant | Summer, Autumn, Winter |
Soil Type | fertile |