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Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
Romanesco, often called Romanesco Broccoli, is an extraordinary cauliflower type producing pale lime-green heads made up of intricate, repeating spirals. Its remarkable geometric form is a natural example of fractal-like growth, with each pointed floret echoing the shape of the larger head.
As impressive on the plate as it is in the garden, Romanesco has an excellent flavour and texture, often described as sweeter and nuttier than conventional cauliflower, with the tenderness of broccoli when properly cooked. The heads can be steamed, roasted, sautéed or broken into individual florets for a spectacular addition to salads and vegetable dishes.
Romanesco performs particularly well in cooler conditions and requires a reasonably long, steady growing season to develop its distinctive heads. Plants prefer full sun, fertile soil, consistent moisture and protection from prolonged heat. Maturity is approximately 85–110 days, depending on growing conditions.
Approximately 90 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Late summer to autumn
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn and late winter to spring
Cold climates: Spring to early 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 45–60 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture as plants develop. Harvest when the heads are firm and well formed, before the individual florets begin to separate.
Maturity: approximately 85–110 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica oleracea
Spigariello Broccoli is a traditional Italian heirloom grown for its abundant leafy greens rather than a single large head. Closely related to Broccoli and part of the wider Brassicaceae family, this variety produces tender, slightly crinkled leaves with a mild, sweet broccoli flavour and no bitterness. Instead of forming a central head, Spigariello is cut-and-come-again, producing a continuous supply of nutritious greens over an extended period. The young leaves can be picked regularly, encouraging fresh growth and making it an ideal choice for kitchen gardens and small spaces. Rich in vitamins A, C and K, these greens are traditionally used in Italian cooking, often sautéed with garlic and olive oil or added to soups and pasta dishes. The flavour is gentle and versatile, sitting somewhere between broccoli and kale, but softer and more tender. A hardy cool-season crop, Spigariello thrives in well-prepared soil with consistent moisture. Regular harvesting keeps plants productive and prevents them from becoming tough. A beautiful, productive green that brings both flavour and tradition to the garden.
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Broccoli Seeds - Broccoli was used by Romans and called "Cabbage Flower" and in England as "Italian Asparagus" from early 1700's. High in vitamin C and protein. Likes soil rich and well watered. Sow anytime to ensure harvest during cooler months, doesn't do best in hot weather. Frost hardy.
When To Plant In Australia
Tropics: Feb-Jun
Subtropic: Feb-May
Mild: Sep-Apr
Cold/Frost: Oct-Mar
Seed Sowing
Plant space cm: 35-50
Row space cm: 50-60
Depth cm: 0.5-1
Best soil temp: 7-30 °C
Other Info
Number of seeds per gram: 175-330
Rate per hectare: 400g
Average days to maturity: 60-90
Brassica rapa
Spring Raab, also known as Broccoli Raab or Rapini, is a fast-growing Italian-style leafy brassica grown for its tender green tops, young leaves, stems and flowering shoots rather than a central broccoli head.
The entire young shoot is harvested just as the flower buds begin to form, offering a distinctive pleasantly bitter, slightly nutty brassica flavour. Excellent lightly cooked, sautéed with garlic and olive oil, tossed through pasta, added to soups and stir-fries, or harvested young for salads.
Quick to mature in approximately 40–60 days, Spring Raab is an excellent choice for successive sowings and repeated cool-season harvests. Plants prefer full sun, fertile soil and consistent moisture, with cooler conditions producing the best quality tender shoots.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly where plants are to grow or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Harvest the tender tops when flower buds have formed but before they fully open. Cut stems above the lower leaves to encourage additional shoots and further harvests.
Maturity: approximately 40–60 days.
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
Umpqua is a popular American broccoli variety producing large, well-formed central heads followed by abundant side shoots for an extended harvest. Known for its reliable performance, excellent flavour, and vigorous growth, it is a favourite among home gardeners and matures in around 50–75 days.
Approximately 150 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. gemmifera
Groninger is a traditional Brussels Sprout producing generous crops of medium-sized, tightly formed, deep green sprouts along a tall central stem. An early-producing variety, it is a reliable choice for the cool-season vegetable garden and provides an extended harvest over approximately 8–10 weeks.
Brussels Sprouts were developed as a distinctive cultivated form of Brassica oleracea around Brussels in present-day Belgium, becoming established as a vegetable crop by the 16th century. The miniature cabbage-like sprouts form progressively along the stem and are harvested from the bottom upwards as they reach a firm, usable size.
Highly nutritious, Brussels Sprouts are a good source of vitamin C, folate and fibre, along with vitamin K and a range of minerals. Their flavour becomes sweeter and milder following exposure to cold conditions and light frost, making them particularly rewarding in cooler climates.
Plants prefer fertile, near-neutral soil, full sun and consistent moisture. Removing ageing lower leaves as the sprouts develop improves airflow and makes harvesting easier.
Seed count: approximately 300 seeds/g
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Generally unsuitable except in cool highland areas
Subtropics: Late summer to autumn in cooler locations
Mild climates: Summer to autumn
Cold climates: Late spring to summer for autumn and winter harvest
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. Firm plants well into the soil, as a strong root system helps support the tall stems.
Harvest sprouts individually from the bottom of the stem upwards once they are firm and well formed. Remove lower leaves progressively as harvesting moves up the plant.
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. gemmifera
Long Island Improved is a classic heirloom Brussels Sprout and an old standard variety valued for its reliable production, compact growth and excellent flavour. Plants produce tightly packed, deep green sprouts approximately 3–3.5 cm across, closely set along sturdy stems.
Shorter and more compact than many Brussels Sprout varieties, Long Island Improved is a useful choice where garden space is limited or plants are exposed to wind. The firm sprouts have an excellent flavour and are particularly good steamed, roasted or sautéed. They also freeze well for longer-term storage.
Maturing in approximately 90–120 days, plants perform best through the cooler months. Like other Brussels Sprouts, their flavour becomes sweeter and milder following exposure to cold weather and light frost. Grow in full sun with fertile, near-neutral soil and consistent moisture for the best development of firm, tightly formed sprouts.
Seed count: approximately 300 seeds/g
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Generally unsuitable except in cool highland areas
Subtropics: Late summer to autumn in cooler locations
Mild climates: Summer to autumn
Cold climates: Late spring to summer for autumn and winter harvest
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. Firm plants well into the soil to develop a strong root system.
Harvest sprouts individually from the bottom of the stem upwards once they reach approximately 3–3.5 cm across and feel firm. Remove ageing lower leaves progressively as harvesting moves up the plant.
Maturity: approximately 90–120 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Fagopyrum esculentum
Buckwheat is an ancient grain-like seed from the Polygonaceae family, cultivated for over 8,000 years throughout Europe and Asia. Fast growing and highly versatile, it can be grown for its nutritious edible seeds or as an outstanding green manure and cover crop. Its long taproot helps draw nutrients from deep within the soil profile, returning them to the surface as the plants break down. Buckwheat produces abundant biomass, suppresses weeds, and is particularly valuable between vegetable crops. The masses of delicate white flowers are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects, making it an excellent addition to productive gardens.
Approximately 2,000 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March to September
Subtropics: September to April
Mild climates: Spring to early autumn
Cold climates: After the last frost until late summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into well drained soil in full sun. Broadcast evenly or sow in rows 2–3 cm deep and lightly cover with soil. Keep moist during germination. For green manure, slash or incorporate plants before seed matures. For grain production, allow seeds to fully ripen before harvesting.
Not Available for TAS
Not Available for WA
Fagopyrum esculentum
Buckwheat is an ancient grain-like seed from the Polygonaceae family, cultivated for over 8,000 years throughout Europe and Asia. Fast growing and highly versatile, it can be grown for its nutritious edible seeds or as an outstanding green manure and cover crop. Its long taproot helps draw nutrients from deep within the soil profile, returning them to the surface as the plants break down. Buckwheat produces abundant biomass, suppresses weeds, and is particularly valuable between vegetable crops. The masses of delicate white flowers are highly attractive to bees and other beneficial insects, making it an excellent addition to productive gardens.
Approximately 2,000 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March to September
Subtropics: September to April
Mild climates: Spring to early autumn
Cold climates: After the last frost until late summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into well drained soil in full sun. Broadcast evenly or sow in rows 2–3 cm deep and lightly cover with soil. Keep moist during germination. For green manure, slash or incorporate plants before seed matures. For grain production, allow seeds to fully ripen before harvesting.
Not Available for TAS
Not Available for WA
Bupleurum rotundifolium
Bupleurum ‘Griffithii’ is a graceful annual producing soft green-yellow flowers surrounded by distinctive rounded blue-green foliage. Growing to approximately 90 cm tall, its slender branching stems bring height, movement and an airy quality to garden beds and cutting gardens.
Long valued by flower growers and florists, Bupleurum makes an excellent cut flower and is particularly useful as a foliage and filler plant in bouquets. The stems provide structure without overwhelming other flowers and can also be dried for longer-lasting arrangements. Left in the garden, the flowers are attractive to bees and other beneficial insects.
Easy to grow in full sun and well-drained soil, taller plants may benefit from support when grown in exposed or windy positions.
Seed count: approximately 360 seeds/g
Approximately 80 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to early spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring after frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly where plants are to grow or raise carefully in trays, covering seed lightly. Keep moist during germination and avoid disturbing the roots unnecessarily when transplanting.
Space plants approximately 20–30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Succession sowing can help extend the supply of stems for cutting throughout the season.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Arctium lappa
A hardy biennial grown for both food and medicine, burdock has been cultivated for centuries across Europe and Asia. Its long, slender taproots are crisp and mildly sweet with an earthy flavour, prized in Japanese cuisine where they are known as gobo. Enjoy them stir-fried, roasted, added to soups or pickled, while the young leaf stalks can also be peeled and cooked like celery. In herbal medicine, burdock root has traditionally been used to support healthy liver function, the lymphatic system and clear, healthy skin. Rich in the prebiotic fibre inulin, it also provides valuable nourishment for beneficial gut bacteria. Burdock is easy to grow in full sun and deep, loose, well-drained soil, where the roots can develop straight and long. Sow direct, as plants dislike root disturbance. Harvest the roots during the first year while they are still tender, before the tall flowering stems appear in the second season. The striking purple thistle-like flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators before developing the familiar hooked burrs that inspired the invention of Velcro.
Biennial to 2m. Large dock-shaped leaves. Cultivated as commercial root vegetable in Japan, with the flavour of Salsify, prefers a deep sandy soil, prepare by aerating deeply. Stalks also eaten. Sow in warmer months 5-10cm apart, harvest autumn, winter and spring, cook like carrots, use in soups and stews, stores well.
Approx. 50 seeds per gram
Approx. 25 seeds per packet
When To Plant In Australia
Tropics: Feb-Sep
Subtropic: Aug-May
Mild: Sep-Apr
Cold/Frost: Sep-Feb
Seed Sowing
Plant space cm: 50
Row space cm: 60
Depth cm: 1-2
Other Info
Number of seeds per gram: 50
Rate per hectare: 6kg
Average days to maturity: 120
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Arctium lappa
Takinogawa Long is a traditional Japanese Burdock variety grown for its long, slender roots, which typically reach approximately 30–60 cm. Known in Japan as gobo, Burdock has been cultivated as a vegetable for centuries and remains an important ingredient in Japanese cooking.
The crisp roots have an earthy, mildly sweet flavour and are commonly sliced or julienned for stir-fries, soups, stews and pickles. Young stems can also be eaten when properly prepared. Takinogawa Long matures in approximately 120 days and develops its best long, straight roots in deep, loose soil free from stones and compaction.
Burdock is also an important traditional medicinal herb. The root has long been used as a cleansing and nutritive tonic, particularly for the skin, liver and digestive system. Traditionally described as an alterative, it has been used for chronic skin complaints, sluggish digestion and to support elimination. The root contains inulin and other prebiotic fibres that support beneficial gut bacteria.
A hardy biennial, Burdock forms its substantial root and leafy rosette during its first season before flowering in its second year. Harvest roots during the first year while they remain tender.
Seed count: approximately 50 seeds/g
Approximately 60 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly where plants are to grow, approximately 1–2 cm deep. Burdock develops a long taproot and does not transplant particularly well.
Thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart in full sun to partial shade. For long, straight roots, prepare soil deeply before sowing, removing stones and breaking up compacted layers. Keep consistently moist during active growth.
Harvest roots at approximately 120 days or while still young and tender. Dig carefully and deeply alongside the root before lifting, as mature roots can be difficult to remove intact.
Maturity: approximately 120 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Sanguisorba minor
Burnet is an attractive, compact perennial herb growing to around 40 cm tall, prized for its fresh, nutty, cucumber-like flavour. The finely divided leaves are delicious in salads, soups, herb butters and sauces, and are traditionally used to flavour cool drinks and vinegars. In addition to its culinary value, Burnet has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, where it was reputed to support wound healing. Rich in minerals including magnesium, it is an easy-to-grow herb that provides fresh foliage over many months of the year.
Approximately 140 seeds per gram
Approximately 70 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: September to May
Cold climates: September to April
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed 5 mm deep into moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Space plants 30–40 cm apart to allow them to form compact clumps. Harvest the young leaves regularly for the best flavour and remove flower stems if growing primarily for foliage to encourage fresh leaf production.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Clitoria ternatea
A vigorous and beautiful perennial climbing legume prized for its striking deep blue flowers and versatility in the kitchen. Also known as Pigeonwings, Cordofan or Darwin Pea, this tropical species produces an abundance of vivid blooms throughout the warmer months, making it both an ornamental and productive addition to the garden.
The flowers are widely used throughout Asia to create naturally blue herbal teas, desserts, rice dishes and food colourings. The colour changes dramatically with the addition of citrus, shifting from blue to purple. Young pods are also edible and can be harvested while tender. As a legume, Butterfly Pea helps improve soil fertility through nitrogen fixation and attracts bees and other beneficial insects to the garden.
Thriving in warm conditions, it tolerates a wide range of soil types and performs particularly well through hot, humid summers. Given support, plants quickly cover trellises, fences and arches with lush growth and masses of flowers.
Approximately 25 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: September to March
Subtropics: October to February
Mild climates: Late spring to summer
Cold climates: Summer after frost has passed
Planting / Sowing
Scarify seed lightly between sheets of sandpaper and soak overnight in warm water before sowing. Sow directly into well-drained soil or into pots 1–2cm deep. Position in full sun and keep moist during germination and establishment. Provide a trellis, fence or other support structure for climbing. Plants are drought tolerant once established but flower most prolifically with regular watering during dry periods.
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. capitata
Bacalan de Rennes is a traditional French heirloom cabbage producing early, distinctive ox-heart-shaped green heads with delicately savoyed leaves. Listed by Vilmorin as early as 1867, this old variety was historically cultivated around Rennes and other parts of western France, where its tolerance of cool, maritime conditions made it a dependable market and home garden cabbage.
The tender leaves have an excellent flavour and can be harvested individually while the plant continues to grow, or allowed to develop into a complete pointed head. Its fine texture makes it particularly good for fresh salads and slaws as well as steaming, braising, soups and other cooked dishes.
An early and cold-tolerant variety, Bacalan de Rennes performs best through the cooler growing months in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Keep plants consistently watered during head development for tender leaves and well-formed heads. Mature cabbage plants tolerate frost well.
Seed count: approximately 200–380 seeds/g
Approximately 100 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter and early 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 rich, well-drained soil with a pH above 6.0. Harvest individual outer leaves as required or allow plants to mature and harvest the complete head.
If saving seed, remember that cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain a variety true to type.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.