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Borago officinalis
An attractive and highly useful annual growing to approximately 90cm in height. Borage produces masses of striking blue star-shaped flowers that are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects, making it one of the best pollinator plants for the productive garden. Traditionally grown as a companion plant for strawberries, it is valued for attracting pollinators and supporting overall garden diversity.
The young leaves and flowers are edible and can be added to salads, desserts and drinks or used as colourful garnishes. Borage has a long history of traditional use and was once said to "gladden the heart". The plant is also known for concentrating potassium and contributes valuable organic matter when incorporated into the garden. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it readily self-seeds under favourable conditions.
Approximately 60 seeds per packet
50 seeds/gram
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: May to August
Subtropics: September to November
Mild climates: October to December
Cold climates: November to December
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into well-drained soil in a sunny position. In warm areas, plant in early spring. In cool areas, wait until late spring. Cover seed lightly and keep moist during germination. Space plants approximately 40–60cm apart to allow room for their spreading habit. Borage prefers well-drained soil and regular watering during establishment but is relatively hardy once established. Approximately 8–10 weeks to flowering.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Borago officinalis
An attractive and highly useful annual growing to approximately 90cm in height. Borage produces masses of striking blue star-shaped flowers that are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects, making it one of the best pollinator plants for the productive garden. Traditionally grown as a companion plant for strawberries, it is valued for attracting pollinators and supporting overall garden diversity.
The young leaves and flowers are edible and can be added to salads, desserts and drinks or used as colourful garnishes. Borage has a long history of traditional use and was once said to "gladden the heart". The plant is also known for concentrating potassium and contributes valuable organic matter when incorporated into the garden. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it readily self-seeds under favourable conditions.
Approximately 60 seeds per packet
50 seeds/gram
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: May to August
Subtropics: September to November
Mild climates: October to December
Cold climates: November to December
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into well-drained soil in a sunny position. In warm areas, plant in early spring. In cool areas, wait until late spring. Cover seed lightly and keep moist during germination. Space plants approximately 40–60cm apart to allow room for their spreading habit. Borage prefers well-drained soil and regular watering during establishment but is relatively hardy once established. Approximately 8–10 weeks to flowering.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brachyscome iberidifolia
Mixed Splendour is a delightful Australian native annual producing masses of dainty daisy-like flowers in shades of blue, mauve and white. Commonly known as Swan River Daisy, it forms soft, branching plants reaching approximately 30 cm tall and provides a long-lasting display of delicate colour.
Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, rockeries, containers and native garden plantings, its compact growth also makes it useful for filling gaps between larger plants. The abundant flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects and are particularly lovely planted in drifts or informal groups.
Easy to grow and relatively hardy once established, Swan River Daisy prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Seed count: approximately 5,000 seeds/g
Approximately 500 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring after frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or into trays, covering the fine seed very lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart. Grow in full sun in well-drained soil. Regular deadheading can encourage continued flowering.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Broccoletti is a traditional sprouting type of broccoli grown for its abundance of tender side shoots and small green heads rather than one large central head. Once harvesting begins, plants continue producing multiple shoots, providing a generous and extended crop.
The young flowering shoots, stems and leaves are all edible and have a fresh broccoli flavour. Harvest while the heads are still tight and before the yellow flowers begin to open. Regular picking encourages further side-shoot production and extends the harvest.
Broccoletti prefers the cooler growing months and performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. An excellent choice for gardeners who prefer repeated smaller harvests rather than a single large broccoli head.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn and late winter to spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 40–50 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Begin harvesting shoots once small heads have formed but before flowers open. Cut shoots with a length of tender stem attached and continue picking regularly to encourage further production.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Calibrese is a reliable heirloom broccoli producing compact, dark green heads approximately 10 cm across. Once the main head is harvested, plants continue to produce smaller side shoots, providing an extended harvest over several weeks. An excellent variety for home gardens with good flavour and dependable yields.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest the main head while compact, then continue picking the side shoots as they develop.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Di Cicco is a traditional Italian heirloom dating back to the late 1800s. It produces excellent quality, bluish-green central heads up to 10 cm across, followed by an abundance of tender side shoots for an extended harvest. Valued for its rich flavour and reliable productivity, this variety matures in around 68–85 days.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest the central head while compact, then continue picking the side shoots as they develop.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Di Cicco is a traditional Italian heirloom dating back to the late 1800s. It produces excellent quality, bluish-green central heads up to 10 cm across, followed by an abundance of tender side shoots for an extended harvest. Valued for its rich flavour and reliable productivity, this variety matures in around 68–85 days.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest the central head while compact, then continue picking the side shoots as they develop.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Green Sprouting Calabrese is a popular heirloom broccoli producing medium-sized, dark green central heads with excellent flavour and texture. After the main head is harvested, the plants continue to produce an abundance of tender side shoots over several weeks, extending the harvest season. A reliable, productive variety maturing in around 70–90 days.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: February to September
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest the main head while compact, then continue picking the side shoots as they develop.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Alt. name: Waltham 29
Italian Green Sprouting is a traditional favourite grown since the 1920s, producing large, solid, medium green heads on compact, stocky plants. After the main head is harvested, plants continue producing numerous tender side shoots for an extended picking season. This reliable variety performs particularly well in cooler weather and withstands late autumn cold, maturing in around 60–95 days.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to June
Subtropics: March to May
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn
Cold climates: Late summer to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest the main head while compact, then continue picking the side shoots as they develop.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Alt. name: Waltham 29
Italian Green Sprouting is a traditional favourite grown since the 1920s, producing large, solid, medium green heads on compact, stocky plants. After the main head is harvested, plants continue producing numerous tender side shoots for an extended picking season. This reliable variety performs particularly well in cooler weather and withstands late autumn cold, maturing in around 60–95 days.
Approximately 200 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to June
Subtropics: March to May
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn
Cold climates: Late summer to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep plants well watered and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest the main head while compact, then continue picking the side shoots as they develop.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra
Kailaan, also known as Chinese Broccoli or Chinese Kale, is a fast-growing leafy brassica prized for its thick, succulent stems, crinkled dark green leaves and small flowering heads. Unlike traditional broccoli, the whole tender shoot is harvested and eaten, giving a generous combination of crisp stems and leafy greens.
With an excellent, slightly sweet broccoli-like flavour, Kailaan is particularly good steamed, blanched or stir-fried and is a classic vegetable in Chinese cooking. Harvest the young stems just as the flower heads begin to form, before the flowers fully open. Regular harvesting encourages additional side shoots and extends production.
Quick to mature in approximately 60–70 days, Kailaan performs best in rich, fertile soil with consistent moisture. It prefers cooler growing conditions but is relatively adaptable and can be succession sown for an extended harvest.
Approximately 60 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 20–30 cm apart in full sun to partial shade and rich, well-drained soil. Harvest stems while young and tender, just as flower buds begin to develop. Cut above the lower leaves to encourage further side-shoot production.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea
Purple Peacock is an unusual and highly productive broccoli-kale cross, combining small to medium broccoli heads with beautiful, deeply cut leaves reminiscent of Russian Kale. Foliage develops in a striking mixture of purple, green and pink shades, making this as ornamental in the garden as it is useful in the kitchen.
Rather than producing one large head and finishing, Purple Peacock continues producing tender sprouting heads over a long harvest period. Almost the entire plant is useful, with the young heads, leaves and tender stems all edible and offering a mild, pleasant flavour. Leaves can be cooked like kale, while the shoots and stems can be steamed, roasted, sautéed or eaten young and tender.
Maturing in approximately 70 days, Purple Peacock performs best during the cooler growing months in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Regular harvesting encourages continued production of side shoots and tender new growth.
Approximately 30 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn and late winter to spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 40–50 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Harvest the central head while tender, then continue picking developing side shoots and leaves to encourage ongoing production.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Purple Sprouting Early is a traditional, exceptionally hardy sprouting broccoli grown for its abundance of tender purple flowering shoots. Rather than producing one large central head, plants develop medium-sized heads followed by numerous smaller side shoots, providing repeated harvests over an extended period.
The colourful shoots have an excellent sweet broccoli flavour and can be harvested with their tender stems and young leaves attached. Regular picking encourages continued side-shoot production, providing a generous crop over many weeks.
This is a long-season broccoli, typically taking from approximately 120 days but potentially as long as 220 days depending on climate and growing conditions. Traditionally planted in autumn, plants grow steadily through winter before producing their main flush of purple shoots in late winter and spring. Its excellent cold tolerance makes it particularly valuable in areas with cool or frosty winters.
Approximately 150 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Generally unsuitable except in cooler highland areas
Subtropics: Late summer to autumn in cooler locations
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn
Cold climates: Summer to early autumn for overwintering
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 45–60 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Harvest shoots while the flower buds remain tight, cutting a length of tender stem with each head. Continue picking regularly to encourage further side-shoot production.
Maturity: approximately 120–220 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.