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Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Lucullus is a productive heirloom silverbeet renowned for its large, crumpled light green leaves and broad white stems. Highly regarded for its fine flavour and tender texture, it is an excellent all-purpose leafy vegetable for steaming, sautéing, soups, quiches and pasta dishes. This vigorous variety is heavy yielding and performs particularly well in warmer weather, providing a long harvest season when outer leaves are picked regularly.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 50 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart to allow plants to develop into full-sized clumps. Harvest the outer leaves as required from approximately 45–60 days, leaving the centre intact to encourage continuous production.

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

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Lucullus is a productive heirloom silverbeet renowned for its large, crumpled light green leaves and broad white stems. Highly regarded for its fine flavour and tender texture, it is an excellent all-purpose leafy vegetable for steaming, sautéing, soups, quiches and pasta dishes. This vigorous variety is heavy yielding and performs particularly well in warmer weather, providing a long harvest season when outer leaves are picked regularly.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 55 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart to allow plants to develop into full-sized clumps. Harvest the outer leaves as required from approximately 45–60 days, leaving the centre intact to encourage continuous production.

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

Beta vulgaris

Magenta Mix is a colourful silverbeet distinguished by vivid magenta to pink stems and strongly coloured veins running through its green leaves. The intensity and shade of the magenta colouring can vary with the season, climate and growing conditions, giving plants a naturally varied appearance.

Tender young leaves are excellent in salads and baby leaf mixes, while mature leaves and stems can be steamed, sautéed or used in soups, pies and vegetable dishes. The striking stems also make an attractive edible garnish.

Slow to bolt and productive over a long harvest period, Magenta Mix performs best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Silverbeet has been cultivated around the Mediterranean since ancient times and generally prefers cooler growing conditions.

Seed count: approximately 50–60 seeds per gram. Approximately 50 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise seedlings for transplanting, approximately 1–2 cm deep. Space plants around 25–30 cm apart with 40–50 cm between rows. Keep well watered, particularly during hot or dry conditions.

Harvest individual outer leaves as required, leaving the central growing point intact for continued production. For baby leaf production, sow more densely and harvest young.

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

Beta vulgaris

Vibrant orange stems and leaf veins contrast with lustrous dark green crumpled leaves. Medium sized to 45cm tall, highly productive, cut and come again. Excellent as microgreen and young leaves in salads. 60 days.

Known in the Mediterranean region in ancient times. Sometimes called Spinach or chard. Likes soil pH above 6.0 Sow anytime outside frost, cool weather is preferred for growing, and plants suffer in hot dry times.

Approx. 50-60 seeds per gram
Approx. 60 seeds per packet

When To Plant In Australia
Tropics:    Feb-Sep
Subtropic:    Any
Mild:    Sep-May
Cold/Frost:    Sep-Mar

Seed Sowing
Plant space cm:    15-30
Row space cm:    50-60
Depth cm:    1-1.5
Best soil temp:    10-30 °C

Other Info
Number of seeds per gram:    50-60
Rate per hectare:    8-20kg
Average days to maturity:    50-85

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

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Oriole Orange is a vibrant heirloom silverbeet with brilliant orange-yellow stems and leaf veins that stand out against lustrous, dark green crumpled leaves. Growing to around 45 cm tall, this medium-sized variety is highly productive and perfect for both ornamental and productive kitchen gardens. The colourful leaves can be harvested as microgreens, baby leaves for salads, or allowed to mature for use in stir-fries, soups, pasta dishes and steaming. Its vigorous cut-and-come-again habit provides a continuous harvest over many months.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 40 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart for mature plants, or sow more densely when growing for baby leaf or microgreen production. Harvest baby leaves as required, or begin picking mature outer leaves from approximately 60 days. Regular harvesting encourages fresh, continuous growth.

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

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Rainbow Chard is a colourful blend of silverbeet featuring vibrant white, yellow, orange, pink and red stems beneath glossy, dark green crumpled leaves. Both attractive and highly nutritious, it brings outstanding colour to the vegetable garden and the kitchen alike. The tender young leaves are excellent in salads, while mature leaves and stems are delicious steamed, sautéed, added to soups, stir-fries and pasta dishes. This productive cut-and-come-again variety provides continuous harvests over many months.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 40 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart for mature plants, or sow more densely when growing for baby leaf production. Harvest young leaves for salads or pick the outer mature leaves regularly to encourage continuous fresh growth.

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

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Rainbow Chard is a colourful blend of silverbeet featuring vibrant white, yellow, orange, pink and red stems beneath glossy, dark green crumpled leaves. Both attractive and highly nutritious, it brings outstanding colour to the vegetable garden and the kitchen alike. The tender young leaves are excellent in salads, while mature leaves and stems are delicious steamed, sautéed, added to soups, stir-fries and pasta dishes. This productive cut-and-come-again variety provides continuous harvests over many months.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 60 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart for mature plants, or sow more densely when growing for baby leaf production. Harvest young leaves for salads or pick the outer mature leaves regularly to encourage continuous fresh growth.

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

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

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

White Silver is a classic heirloom silverbeet producing broad, chunky white stems and glossy green leaves with an excellent, mild flavour. Growing to around 50 cm tall, this reliable variety is both productive and attractive, making it ideal for kitchen gardens. The tender leaves are delicious steamed, sautéed, added to soups, quiches and pasta dishes, while the thick white stems can be cooked much like celery or asparagus. Regular harvesting encourages continuous new growth throughout the season.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 40 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart to allow plants to develop into large, productive clumps. Harvest the outer leaves as required, leaving the centre intact for continuous production over many months.

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

Beta vulgaris

White Silver is a classic, reliable silverbeet producing broad, deep green leaves with thick, crisp white stems and prominent white veins. Vigorous and highly productive, it provides generous harvests over a long growing period and is an excellent staple for the home vegetable garden. Both the leaves and stems are edible. Young leaves can be picked for salads, while mature leaves are excellent steamed, sautéed or added to soups, pies, curries and other cooked dishes. The thick white stems can be cooked separately and used much like celery or other leafy vegetable stems. A productive cut-and-come-again crop, White Silver can be harvested progressively by removing the outside leaves and leaving the centre of the plant to continue growing.

Known in the Mediterranean region in ancient times. Sometimes called Spinach or chard. Likes soil pH above 6.0 Sow anytime outside frost, cool weather is preferred for growing, and plants suffer in hot dry times.

Approx. 50-60 seeds per gram
Approx. 40 seeds per packet

When To Plant In Australia
Tropics:    Feb-Sep
Subtropic:    Any
Mild:    Sep-May
Cold/Frost:    Sep-Mar

Seed Sowing
Plant space cm:    15-30
Row space cm:    50-60
Depth cm:    1-1.5
Best soil temp:    10-30 °C

Other Info
Number of seeds per gram:    50-60
Rate per hectare:    8-20kg
Average days to maturity:    50-85

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

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Witerbi is a productive silverbeet variety with dark green, medium savoyed leaves and broad white stems. Bred for versatility, it performs equally well as a baby leaf crop or grown to full size for bunching. The tender young leaves are ideal for fresh salads, while mature leaves and stems are excellent steamed, sautéed, added to soups, stir-fries and pasta dishes. Its vigorous cut-and-come-again habit provides reliable harvests over an extended season.

Approximately 50–70 seeds per gram
Approximately 140 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 15–20 mm deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart for mature plants, or sow more closely when growing for baby leaf production. Begin harvesting baby leaves as required, or pick the outer mature leaves regularly while leaving the growing centre intact to encourage continuous growth.

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

8 different packets of our old traditional vegetable seed, suitable for a small garden space.

$28.00 including postage and handling. (Worth $41.00)
A great gift idea for a friend and a good treat for yourself.

Our selection which includes:

1 x Carrot
1 x Chinese Cabbage
1 x Lettuce
1 x Radish
1 x Rocket
1 x Spinach
1 x Tatsoi
1 x Tomato

Please note: The "Small Space Pack of 8" is only available as our pre-selected set, if you would like to order your own selection then the normal rates apply ($3.90pp + P&H).

Daucus carota, Brassica oleracea var. capitata, Lactuca sativa, Raphanus sativus, Eruca sativa, Spinacia oleracea, Brassica navinosa, Lycopersicon esculentum,

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.

Medicago scutellata

Sava Snail Medic is a self-regenerating annual pasture legume well suited to lower rainfall areas and alkaline soils. Growing most actively through the cooler months, it provides useful forage while also serving as a productive green manure and soil-building crop.

As a legume, Snail Medic forms a symbiotic relationship with beneficial soil bacteria, fixing atmospheric nitrogen through root nodules and helping build fertility for following crops. Once established, plants can set seed and regenerate naturally in subsequent seasons when conditions are favourable, making it particularly useful in longer-term pasture and rotation systems.

Sava is valued for its aphid resistance and ability to perform in conditions where many other pasture legumes may struggle. Its preference for alkaline soils makes it particularly useful in suitable low-rainfall farming regions.

Seed count: approximately 80 seeds/g
Sowing rate: approximately 3–7 kg/ha

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Generally not suited
Subtropics: Autumn
Mild climates: Autumn
Cold climates: Autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow into moist, prepared soil in autumn, broadcasting evenly and lightly covering the seed. Keep moist during establishment where rainfall is insufficient.

For maximum nitrogen fixation, treat seed with the appropriate Medic inoculant (Group AM) where compatible rhizobia are not already established in the soil.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

Not Available for WA

A soft, warm toned snapdragon producing elegant spires of apricot flowers that lighten and deepen with the season. Plants grow to around 60 to 75 cm and flower generously, making them excellent for cutting as well as for adding height and colour to borders and cottage plantings. Heat tolerant and long blooming when regularly picked. Sow in late winter or early spring, or in autumn in mild climates. Prefers full sun and well drained soil.

Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)

Perennial plants, best grown as annuals, tall showy flower heads, nip to spread, scented border plant, excellent for cut flowers, blooms and flowers tolerate a light frost, prefers sunny spot, cut back after first flowering, well drained soil, sow direct anytime, autumn is best time for spring display. 

Produces cheerful spikes of uniquely striped blooms in a vibrant mix of pink, crimson, yellow, orange and white. A classic cottage garden favourite, bees love it, makes for an excellent cut flower, and blooms over a long season with regular deadheading. Growing 40–90 cm tall, it's perfect for borders, cutting gardens and adding vertical colour to pots.

Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)

Perennial plants, best grown as annuals, tall showy flower heads, nip to spread, scented border plant, excellent for cut flowers, blooms and flowers tolerate a light frost, prefers sunny spot, cut back after first flowering, well drained soil, sow direct anytime, autumn is best time for spring display. 

Approx. 4000 seeds per gram
Approx. 3000 seeds per packet

Antirrhinum majus

Giant Mix is a tall, showy Snapdragon producing impressive spikes of densely packed flowers in a colourful mixture dominated by rich reds and bright yellows, with additional complementary shades creating a lively display.

The tall, upright flower stems make this variety particularly well suited to cottage gardens, borders and dedicated cutting gardens. Snapdragons are excellent cut flowers, with strong stems and long-lasting blooms that add height and structure to floral arrangements. Flowers left in the garden are also attractive to bees and other pollinating insects.

Hardy and generously flowering, Snapdragons perform best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. They enjoy cooler conditions while establishing and will continue flowering over a long period when blooms are regularly picked or deadheaded.

Seed count: approximately 4,000 seeds/g
Approximately 3,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Late winter to spring

Planting / Sowing

Sow the fine seed onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press gently into place. Cover only very lightly, as light assists germination. Keep consistently moist during germination.

Transplant once seedlings are well established, spacing approximately 20–30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Taller flower spikes may benefit from support in exposed positions. Regular picking or deadheading encourages further flowering.

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

Antirrhinum majus

Magic Carpet is a charming dwarf Snapdragon producing masses of colourful flower spikes on compact, bushy plants. The mixture includes a lively range of pink, red, yellow, orange, white and bi-coloured blooms, creating a bright carpet of colour throughout the cooler growing season.

Its low-growing habit makes Magic Carpet particularly well suited to borders, edging, containers, window boxes and the front of cottage garden beds. The distinctive flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects and provide abundant colour over a long flowering period.

Hardy and easy to grow, Snapdragons perform best in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil. Regular picking or deadheading encourages continued flowering and helps maintain compact, tidy plants.

Seed count: approximately 4,000 seeds/g
Approximately 3,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Late winter to spring

Planting / Sowing

Sow the fine seed onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press gently into place. Cover only very lightly, as light assists germination. Keep consistently moist during germination.

Transplant once seedlings are well established, spacing approximately 15–20 cm apart in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Regular picking or deadheading encourages further flowering.

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