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Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Cucurbita pepo

Sweet Dumpling is a charming small-fruited Pumpkin producing individual-sized fruits with creamy ivory skin beautifully striped and mottled with dark green. Fruits typically weigh around 200 g and contain sweet, tender orange flesh with a rich flavour that makes this an excellent small culinary pumpkin.

The convenient size makes Sweet Dumpling particularly good for baking whole or halving and stuffing. The flesh becomes soft, sweet and creamy when roasted and pairs beautifully with grains, herbs, cheeses, nuts or savoury fillings. It can also be used in soups, curries, mash and baking.

The thin skin becomes tender when cooked and can generally be eaten along with the flesh, particularly when the fruits are roasted. This makes Sweet Dumpling an easy pumpkin to prepare with very little waste.

Plants are relatively compact and bushy compared with many sprawling winter pumpkins, making them particularly useful for smaller vegetable gardens and raised beds. Despite their modest size, plants are productive and can carry multiple small fruits.

Mature fruits also have useful keeping qualities, storing for approximately 3–4 months under suitable conditions. Allow them to mature fully before harvest and cure them carefully to maximise storage life.

As a Cucurbita pepo, Sweet Dumpling belongs to the diverse species that also includes zucchini, many summer squashes, Delicata and numerous ornamental gourds.

Approximately 15 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: March–August
Subtropics: August–February
Mild climates: September–January
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 20–30 mm deep directly into warm, prepared soil, or raise seedlings in pots or trays for transplanting. In frost-prone climates, wait until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed before planting outside.

Grow in full sun in rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Allow approximately 80 cm–1 m between plants. Although more compact than many pumpkin varieties, provide sufficient room for plants to spread comfortably.

Keep plants consistently watered during active growth, flowering and fruit development. Water deeply at soil level where possible rather than regularly wetting the foliage.

Harvest when fruits have developed their mature cream and dark green colouring, the rind has hardened and the stem begins to dry. Cut from the plant with a section of stem attached.

Cure mature pumpkins in a warm, dry, well-ventilated position before storing in a cool, dry place with good airflow. Properly cured fruits can store for approximately 3–4 months.

Maturity: approximately 83–100 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Cucurbita maxima

Turkish Turban is one of the most distinctive heirloom pumpkins, producing heavily ribbed, striped orange fruits up to approximately 30 cm across. Each develops its characteristic raised central “turban” or cap, often dramatically patterned in orange, cream, green and red.

Documented by the mid-19th century, Turkish Turban was described in England by 1845, where its extraordinary appearance saw it regarded largely as an ornamental curiosity. Despite its decorative reputation, the firm golden flesh is edible and pleasantly sweet, making it useful for roasting, soups, baking and purées.

Plants form vigorous trailing vines and produce hard-skinned fruits that keep well once fully mature. The spectacular fruits are excellent for autumn displays, but unlike purely ornamental gourds, they can head to the kitchen afterwards.

Seed count: approximately 5–12 seeds per gram. Approximately 8 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–September
Subtropics: August–February
Mild climates: September–December
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 2–3 cm deep directly where plants are to grow once the soil has warmed, with an ideal soil temperature of approximately 20–32°C. In frost-prone climates, sow after the last frost or start seed under protection for later transplanting.

Space plants approximately 90–120 cm apart with 2–2.5 m between rows. Grow in full sun in rich, fertile, well-drained soil and maintain consistent moisture during active growth and fruit development. Harvest once the skin has hardened and the stem begins to dry.

Maturity: approximately 100 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Cucurbita moschata

Violina is a spectacular rare Italian heirloom Pumpkin named for its distinctive violin-like shape. A large butternut type, it produces elongated fruits with a bulbous base, wrinkled tan skin and exceptionally thick, deep orange flesh. Mature fruits can weigh approximately 9–16 kg.

The flesh is dense, sweet and richly flavoured, with a smooth texture and relatively small seed cavity compared with the generous amount of usable flesh. It is superb roasted, where its sweetness intensifies, and is equally good in soups, risotto, gnocchi, ravioli, purées, baking and other traditional pumpkin dishes.

Often known as Violina Rugosa or Violina Rugosa Butternut, this Italian variety takes its name both from its violin-like form and its characteristically wrinkled or rugose skin. It is particularly associated with northern Italian cooking, where richly flavoured winter squash are used extensively in pasta fillings, risotti and gnocchi.

Violina is an excellent storage pumpkin. The fruits should be allowed to mature fully on the vine, then harvested with approximately 6 cm of stem attached. Cure the pumpkins in a warm, sunny, dry position before moving them into storage. During curing and storage the flavour and sweetness can continue to develop.

As a Cucurbita moschata, Violina thrives in warm conditions and develops vigorous trailing vines. Its substantial fruits and long growing season mean plants benefit from fertile soil, consistent moisture and plenty of room to spread.

Approximately 10 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: March–August
Subtropics: August–February
Mild climates: September–January
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 20–30 mm deep directly into warm, prepared soil, or raise seedlings in pots or trays for transplanting. In frost-prone climates, wait until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed before planting outside.

Grow in full sun in rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Allow approximately 1–2 m between plants and provide plenty of additional room for the vigorous vines to spread.

Keep plants consistently watered during active growth, flowering and fruit development. Water deeply at soil level where possible rather than regularly wetting the foliage.

Allow fruits to mature fully on the vine. Harvest when the tan rind has hardened and the stem begins to dry, cutting each pumpkin with approximately 6 cm of stem attached.

Cure harvested pumpkins in a warm, sunny, dry and well-ventilated position before moving them to a cool, dry storage area with good airflow.

Maturity: approximately 100–110 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Cucurbita moschata

Waltham Butternut is a popular heirloom producing pear-shaped fruits up to 22 cm long and around 2 kg in weight. The light orange flesh is dry, smooth and richly flavoured with a sweet, nutty taste, making it excellent for roasting, soups, purées and baking. With a small seed cavity and vigorous vines, this reliable variety performs well across Australia and is an excellent keeper, storing for several months after harvest.

Approximately 7–9 seeds per gram
Approximately 25 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August (dry season)
Subtropics: September to January
Mild climates: September to December
Cold climates: October to December

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 20–30 mm deep into fertile, well-drained soil in full sun after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 1–1.5 m apart with 2–3 m between rows to allow room for the vigorous vines. Water consistently during flowering and fruit development. Harvest after approximately 83–115 days when the rind is firm and the stem begins to dry. Cure harvested fruit in a warm, airy place for 10–14 days before storing to maximise keeping quality.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Cucurbita moschata

Waltham Butternut is a popular heirloom producing pear-shaped fruits up to 22 cm long and around 2 kg in weight. The light orange flesh is dry, smooth and richly flavoured with a sweet, nutty taste, making it excellent for roasting, soups, purées and baking. With a small seed cavity and vigorous vines, this reliable variety performs well across Australia and is an excellent keeper, storing for several months after harvest.

Approximately 7–9 seeds per gram
Approximately 25 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August (dry season)
Subtropics: September to January
Mild climates: September to December
Cold climates: October to December

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 20–30 mm deep into fertile, well-drained soil in full sun after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 1–1.5 m apart with 2–3 m between rows to allow room for the vigorous vines. Water consistently during flowering and fruit development. Harvest after approximately 83–115 days when the rind is firm and the stem begins to dry. Cure harvested fruit in a warm, airy place for 10–14 days before storing to maximise keeping quality.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Large juicy leaves, pick back to 50mm and allow to regrow. Sow after frost. 50 days.

Portulaca oleracea sativa

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Vitamins A and C. High source of organic iron. Sow in spring, summer, autumn.

Portulaca oleracea

400 seeds per packet

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Tanacetum cinerariifolium

Pyrethrum is a beautiful daisy-like flowering plant grown both for its ornamental appeal and its long-standing use as a natural source of insecticidal compounds. Producing masses of white flowers with bright yellow centres, it creates an attractive display in cottage gardens, borders and productive gardens while also attracting beneficial insects and pollinators.

Native to the Dalmatian region of Europe, Pyrethrum contains naturally occurring compounds known as pyrethrins, which have been used for generations as a botanical insecticide. The highest concentrations are found in the mature flower heads, which are harvested and dried for use in traditional garden preparations. Pyrethrins break down rapidly when exposed to sunlight and air, making them less persistent in the environment than many synthetic alternatives.

Traditionally, dried flower heads have been crushed and steeped to produce homemade insecticidal sprays for use against a range of garden pests. As with all insecticides, care should be taken to avoid spraying beneficial insects, particularly bees and other pollinators.

Easy to grow and rewarding, Pyrethrum thrives in sunny positions with well-drained soil and produces an abundance of flowers throughout the warmer months.

Approximately 800 seeds per gram
Approximately 30 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: August to April
Cold climates: September to January

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and lightly press into place. Cover only very lightly, as light assists germination. Keep evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into a sunny position with well-drained soil, spacing plants 30–40 cm apart. Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming and harvest mature flower heads once fully open for traditional insecticidal preparations.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

"Queen of The Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us?" is a companion book to the critically-acclaimed film of the same name. Compiled by the film's director Taggart Siegel, it makes a profound examination of the global bee crisis through the eyes of biodynamic and organic beekeepers, scientists, farmers, philosophers and poets. Revealing the mysterious world of the beehive and the complex social community of bees, the book unveils millennia of beekeeping, highlighting our historic and sacred relationship with bees, and how this is being compromised by highly-mechanized and intensive agro-industrial practices. The bees are messengers and their disappearance is a resounding wake-up call for humanity!

Firm round red heads with decorative white veining, colour best in cold weather, sow autumn.

160 seeds per packet

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Red with white veins, round Chioggia type, extra early, small sized heads. 55 days.

Cichorium intybus

Planting/sowing: Sow in well-drained soil. In warm areas, plant in early spring. In cool areas, wait until late spring. Space appropriately for variety.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Firm apple sized bright red heads.

Cichorium intybus

Planting/sowing: Sow in well-drained soil. In warm areas, plant in early spring. In cool areas, wait until late spring. Space appropriately for variety.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Raphanus sativus

Black Spanish Round is a distinctive old heirloom Radish producing large, round to slightly turnip-shaped roots with striking charcoal-black skin and crisp, solid white flesh. Unlike small spring radishes, this is a substantial winter radish valued for its robust flavour, excellent texture and long storage life.

The white flesh is crisp and juicy with a strong, peppery radish flavour that mellows when cooked. Slice or grate it raw into salads and slaws, serve thinly sliced with salt, or pickle for longer keeping. It can also be roasted, braised or added to soups and stews, where cooking softens its pungency and brings out a milder flavour.

Black radishes have a long history in European cultivation, and Black Spanish types were known by the early 19th century, with records predating 1824. Their ability to remain in good condition through winter made them particularly valuable before refrigeration, when reliable storage vegetables were an important part of the cool-season kitchen.

Unlike quick-growing salad radishes, Black Spanish Round is best allowed to develop into a substantial root. The dark outer skin becomes increasingly pronounced as the root matures, contrasting dramatically with the pure white flesh inside.

Plants perform best in cool conditions and loose, fertile soil that allows the roots to expand evenly. Consistent moisture helps maintain tender, crisp flesh and reduces the risk of roots becoming overly pungent or woody.

Approximately 70 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: March–September
Mild climates: February–October
Cold climates: August–April, avoiding the coldest frozen-soil periods

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 10–15 mm deep directly where plants are to grow. Radishes develop quickly and generally do not benefit from transplanting.

Space seeds approximately 5–10 cm apart, thinning seedlings if necessary to give the developing roots sufficient room. Wider spacing will encourage larger, more uniform roots.

Grow in full sun to light shade in loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid fresh manure and heavily compacted or stony soil, which can result in misshapen roots.

Keep soil consistently moist during growth. Irregular watering can reduce root quality, while prolonged hot conditions can encourage excessive pungency and premature flowering.

Harvest once roots have reached a useful size and developed their characteristic black skin. For winter storage, lift mature roots, remove the foliage and store in cool, humid conditions.

Maturity: approximately 53–80 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Raphanus sativus

Champion, also known as Cherry Belle, is a classic quick-growing Radish producing smooth, deep red roots with crisp white flesh. Roots are round to slightly oval and can reach approximately 40 mm across, although they are at their sweetest and most tender when harvested young.

The firm white flesh has a pleasantly mild radish flavour and satisfying crunch. Slice fresh into salads and sandwiches, serve with dips or butter and salt, add to pickles and slaws, or use as a colourful garnish. The young leafy tops are also edible and can be added to salads or cooked as a green.

A dependable garden variety, Champion is valued for its rapid growth, attractive colour and tolerance of cold conditions. It can be sown over a particularly long season in many Australian climates and is ideal for succession sowing, with a small batch planted every few weeks for a continuous harvest.

Radishes are among the oldest cultivated root vegetables, with a long history of cultivation across Asia, the Mediterranean and Europe. Small, rapidly maturing red radishes such as Champion became especially popular as fresh salad vegetables.

Approximately 70 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: March–September
Mild climates: February–November
Cold climates: August–May

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 10–15 mm deep directly where plants are to grow. Radishes develop rapidly and are best direct sown rather than transplanted.

Space seeds approximately 2–3 cm apart, thinning seedlings if necessary to around 5 cm apart as the roots develop. Sow small batches every 2–3 weeks for a continuous supply.

Grow in full sun during cooler weather or light afternoon shade as conditions become warmer. Choose loose, fertile, well-drained soil and avoid fresh manure or heavily compacted ground.

Keep soil consistently moist to encourage rapid, even growth and crisp roots. Allowing plants to dry out or remain in the ground too long can result in roots becoming overly pungent, woody or pithy.

Harvest promptly once roots have reached a useful size and while the flesh remains crisp and tender.

Maturity: approximately 30–35 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Raphanus sativus

China Rose is a beautiful Chinese heirloom winter radish dating back to the 1850s. It produces smooth, rose-coloured roots reaching approximately 15 cm long and 5 cm wide, with crisp white flesh and a mild, sweet flavour that becomes more robust as the roots mature. Excellent eaten fresh, pickled or cooked, this dependable variety performs particularly well in the cooler months.

Approximately 110 seeds per gram
Approximately 100 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed directly into well-prepared, loose soil, covering with 10–15 mm of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist to encourage rapid, even growth and prevent roots from becoming woody. Thin seedlings to 8–10 cm apart. Harvest after approximately 50–65 days while the roots are firm and crisp.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Raphanus sativus

Crimson Giant is a vigorous, fast-growing Radish producing substantial round roots with rich crimson-red skin and crisp, solid white flesh. Despite its name and ability to grow considerably larger than a standard salad radish, the roots retain excellent texture and are notably resistant to becoming pithy or hollow.

The flesh is crisp, juicy and pleasantly mild, making it excellent sliced fresh into salads and sandwiches, grated into slaws or served simply with butter and salt. Young leaves are also edible and can be used fresh or lightly cooked as a green.

One of Crimson Giant’s most distinctive qualities is its size. While roots can be harvested young like an ordinary radish, they can be left to develop towards apple size while maintaining good eating quality. This makes it a particularly productive choice where gardeners want a larger root without sacrificing tenderness.

An early and relatively heat-resistant variety, Crimson Giant is more forgiving of warming conditions than many small salad radishes. Rapid growth and consistent moisture will still produce the mildest, crispest roots.

Radishes have been cultivated for thousands of years, with their exact origins uncertain but a long history across Asia, the Mediterranean and Europe. Over generations, gardeners selected an extraordinary range of forms, from tiny salad radishes to large winter storage types.

Approximately 70 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: March–September
Subtropics: February–October
Mild climates: February–November
Cold climates: August–May

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 10–15 mm deep directly where plants are to grow. Radishes develop rapidly and are best direct sown rather than transplanted.

Space seeds approximately 3–5 cm apart, allowing a little more room than for smaller radish varieties if you intend to grow the roots to their full size. Sow small batches every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest.

Grow in full sun during cooler weather or light afternoon shade as conditions become warmer. Choose loose, fertile, well-drained soil and avoid fresh manure or heavily compacted ground.

Keep soil consistently moist to encourage rapid, even growth and crisp roots. Although Crimson Giant has useful heat resistance, the best root quality is still produced under relatively cool conditions with reliable moisture.

Harvest young for smaller, tender salad radishes or allow roots to grow substantially larger. Even at larger sizes, the solid white flesh is notably resistant to becoming pithy or hollow.

Maturity: approximately 25–30 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus

Daikon is a traditional Asian radish producing long, cylindrical roots with crisp white flesh and a mild, slightly pungent flavour. Best harvested while young and tender, it is delicious eaten fresh in salads, slaws and sandwiches, pickled, or cooked in stir-fries, soups and a wide range of Asian dishes. It is also widely grown as a cover crop, where its vigorous roots help improve soil structure and reduce compaction.

Approximately 110 seeds per gram
Approximately 100 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed directly into loose, well-drained soil, covering with 10–15 mm of soil. Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart to allow the long roots to develop fully. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout growth. Harvest after approximately 65 days, or earlier for smaller, more tender roots with the mildest flavour.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.