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Daucus carota
Purple Dragon is a striking heirloom carrot with a rich reddish-purple exterior and a vivid yellow-orange interior. The colourful roots have a sweet flavour with a subtle spicy note, making them an excellent choice for fresh eating, roasting, salads, and gourmet dishes. This unique variety adds outstanding colour and flavour to the garden and kitchen, maturing in around 90 days.
Approximately 250 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: Almost year round, avoiding the hottest months
Cold climates: Spring to autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into well prepared, loose soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep in rows and thin seedlings to 3–5 cm apart once established. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination, which may take 10–21 days. Harvest from around 90 days when roots have reached full size.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
Royal Chantenay is a classic heirloom Carrot producing broad, substantial roots with a large diameter and tapered shape. The rich orange flesh is fine-textured, crisp and sweet, making this a reliable all-purpose variety for both fresh eating and cooking.
Its shorter, broad-rooted form makes Royal Chantenay particularly well suited to heavier, clay-based or shallower soils where long, slender carrots can struggle to develop properly. The substantial roots are excellent roasted, steamed, glazed, juiced or added to soups and stews, while younger roots are sweet and crisp enough for fresh eating.
Royal Chantenay is also an excellent storage Carrot. Mature roots hold particularly well through winter when harvested and stored under cool conditions, making it a useful variety for gardeners wanting to preserve a larger seasonal crop.
Approximately 400 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Most of the year, with best results autumn to spring
Mild climates: Spring to autumn
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn, avoiding periods of heavy frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly where plants are to grow, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Carrots dislike transplanting. Keep the soil surface consistently moist until germination.
Thin seedlings to approximately 3–5 cm apart once established, using young thinnings as baby carrots. Although particularly tolerant of heavier soils, loosening compacted ground before sowing will encourage smoother, better-shaped roots.
Harvest young for tender fresh carrots or allow roots to mature fully for winter storage.
Maturity: approximately 65–80 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
San Valerio, also known as Saint Valery, is a historic French heirloom Carrot with a cultivation history stretching back centuries. Despite its Italian-sounding name, the variety is associated with France and became particularly well known through the great French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux during the 19th century. It later crossed the Atlantic, appearing in American seed catalogues by the late 1800s.
A classic main-season variety, San Valerio produces long, slender, deep orange roots with a crisp texture and rich, sweet, earthy flavour. The substantial roots are excellent for fresh eating and particularly good for juicing, as well as roasting, steaming, soups, stews and preserving.
Reliable and adaptable, San Valerio performs across a range of soils and is particularly well suited to cooler growing conditions. Its long roots develop best in deeply cultivated, loose, friable soil free from stones and fresh manure.
Approximately 300 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Spring to autumn
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn, avoiding periods of heavy frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly where plants are to grow, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Carrots dislike transplanting. Keep the soil surface consistently moist until germination.
Thin seedlings to approximately 3–5 cm apart once established, using young thinnings as baby carrots. Prepare the soil deeply to accommodate the long roots and maintain even moisture throughout growth for tender, evenly shaped carrots.
Harvest once roots have reached a useful size and developed their characteristic deep orange colour.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Daucus carota subsp. sativus
Thumbelina, also known as Paris Market, is a charming French heirloom Carrot producing distinctive round, bright orange roots up to approximately 5 cm across. Its compact, almost spherical shape makes it immediately recognisable and particularly useful where soil depth is limited.
The small roots have a sweet, crisp texture and excellent flavour and have long been prized for their presentation in the kitchen. Sought after by chefs and restaurateurs, they are beautiful roasted or glazed whole, steamed, pickled or served fresh when harvested young and tender.
Unlike long-rooted carrots, Thumbelina does not require deeply cultivated soil, making it an excellent choice for containers, raised beds and gardens with heavier or shallower soils. Loose, fertile, well-drained soil will still produce the smoothest and most evenly rounded roots.
Approximately 400 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Most of the year, with best results autumn to spring
Mild climates: Spring to autumn
Cold climates: Spring to early autumn, avoiding periods of heavy frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly where plants are to grow, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Carrots dislike transplanting. Keep the soil surface consistently moist until germination.
Thin seedlings to approximately 3–5 cm apart once established. Maintain even moisture throughout root development to encourage smooth, tender roots. This compact variety is particularly suitable for pots and containers at least 15–20 cm deep.
Harvest once the round roots reach up to approximately 5 cm across, or earlier for tender baby carrots.
Maturity: approximately 70 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Daucus carota
French heirloom carrot producing smooth, cylindrical roots with bright orange flesh and a sweet, tender flavour. Early maturing and well suited to fresh eating, juicing and cooking. Performs reliably in a wide range of soils and is known for good texture even when grown larger. Best grown in loose, well cultivated soil with consistent moisture.
Carrot
Very nutritious vegetable originating from central Asia. Richest vegetable in vitamin A. Used by ancient Greek physicians as stomach tonic, known in Roman times and widely used as a vegetable by 13th century. Sunny spot. Good in all soils, likes well drained friable soil, fertilised for previous crop. Thin to 20-50mm and use thinning's as baby carrots. Sow seed direct, keeping seeds moist, can cover with hessian or similar until germination which is usually about 5-6 days, then uncover to let light in. Rotate crops to prevent disease build-up. Cleaned carrots store well in cool conditions. Sow spring, summer and autumn, best not sown in heavy frost.
When To Plant In Australia
Tropics: Feb-Nov
Subtropic: Feb-Nov
Mild: Sep-May
Cold/Frost: Sep-Feb
Seed Sowing
Plant space cm: 2-5
Row space cm: 25-30
Depth cm: 0.5-1
Best soil temp: 10-30 °C
Other Info
Number of seeds per gram: 600-900
Rate per hectare: 3-4.5kg
Average days to maturity: 65-90
Ocimum basilicum, Calendula officinalis, Nepeta cataria, Dactylis glomerata, Taraxacum officinale, Valeriana officinalis
Create a garden especially for your feline friends with this diverse mix of herbs, grasses and flowers selected to provide an interesting sensory patch for cats to explore, sniff, nibble and lounge amongst.
The mix includes Basil, Calendula, Catnip, Cat Grass, Dandelion and Valerian, combining aromatic herbs with fresh edible greens and flowering plants. Catnip and Valerian are well known for their appeal to many cats, while Cat Grass provides fresh foliage for nibbling. The mix also creates an attractive little garden that can be grown in garden beds, pots or larger containers.
Sow as a dedicated cat patch or incorporate throughout the garden to create pockets for curious cats to investigate. As this is a mixed selection, individual plants will germinate and develop at different rates.
Approximately 200 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to spring
Subtropics: Autumn and spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer after frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow into prepared garden beds, pots or containers filled with good-quality, well-drained soil. Scatter seed over the surface, lightly rake or cover with a fine layer of soil and keep consistently moist during germination.
Position in full sun to partial shade. As the mixture contains several different species, germination times and mature plant sizes will vary. For a longer-lasting cat garden, allow some plants to mature and flower while cats enjoy the younger grasses and foliage.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Dactylis glomerata
Cocksfoot is a hardy, upright perennial pasture grass commonly grown as cat grass thanks to its soft, palatable young leaves. Fast growing and easy to maintain, it provides fresh, nutritious greens that many cats enjoy nibbling to aid digestion and help reduce hairballs. The dense clumps also make an excellent forage grass for poultry and small livestock. Regular trimming encourages a continuous flush of tender new growth and keeps plants lush and productive.
Approximately 440 seeds per gram
Approximately 400 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: March to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed 5–10 mm deep into well-drained, fertile soil in full sun to partial shade. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination and establishment. For dense pots of cat grass, sow seed more closely together. For garden plantings, space clumps 20–30 cm apart. Trim older leaves regularly to encourage fresh, tender growth.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Nepeta cataria
Catnip is a hardy perennial herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), valued for both its medicinal properties and its unique appeal to cats. Growing to around 1–1.5 m tall with aromatic grey-green foliage and clusters of white to pale lavender flowers, it is an excellent bee plant and a charming addition to herb and cottage gardens. While many cats are irresistibly attracted to catnip, not all respond, as sensitivity depends on an inherited gene. An enthusiastic self-seeder, Catnip benefits from regular pruning to maintain a tidy habit and can spread readily if left unchecked.
Traditionally, the leaves and flowering tops have been used in herbal medicine as a gentle calming herb to support relaxation and restful sleep. Catnip tea has also been used to help soothe digestive discomfort, relieve wind, ease mild diarrhoea, and provide comfort during coughs, colds and sore throats. The fresh or dried leaves can be brewed into a mild herbal tea and sweetened with a little raw honey if desired.
Approximately 1,700 seeds per gram
Approximately 550 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: September to May
Cold climates: September to April
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed on the surface of a well-drained seed-raising mix and cover only very lightly, as light aids germination. Keep moist but not waterlogged until seedlings emerge. Transplant into a sunny to partly shaded position, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Regular harvesting and hard pruning encourage fresh, vigorous growth and help prevent unwanted self-seeding. Consider growing in containers or defined garden beds where spreading may be a concern.
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. botrytis
All Year Round is a dependable traditional Cauliflower producing excellent quality, tightly packed white heads on relatively compact plants. The developing curds are naturally well protected by surrounding foliage, helping maintain their clean white colour and quality.
Cauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the Brassica oleracea family.
The firm white heads have a mild, slightly sweet flavour and are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, grilled, pickled, mashed, added to curries and soups or baked whole. The leaves and tender stems are also edible and need not be discarded.
Despite its name, All Year Round performs best when its main head development occurs during cooler weather. In much of Australia, successive sowings beginning in late summer can provide an extended harvest through the cooler months. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture.
Seed count: approximately 240–420 seeds/g
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, with successive sowings into the cooler months
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 rich, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.
As white heads begin to form, loosely fold or tie the surrounding leaves over the curd to protect it from strong sunlight and help maintain its white colour. Harvest while heads are firm, compact and tightly formed.
If saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the 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.
Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
Alpha is an early, quick-growing Cauliflower producing small, dense white heads of excellent quality. The tightly formed curds have a fine texture and mild flavour, with plants maturing in approximately 68 days. Its relatively compact size and quick growth make Alpha particularly useful for smaller gardens and successive plantings.
Cauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the Brassica oleracea family.
The firm white heads have a mild, slightly sweet flavour and are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, grilled, pickled, mashed, added to curries and soups or baked whole. The leaves and tender stems are also edible and need not be discarded.
Alpha performs best when its main head development occurs during cooler weather. In much of Australia, successive sowings beginning in late summer can provide an extended harvest through the cooler months. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture.
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, with successive sowings into the cooler months
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 40–50 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.
As white heads begin to form, loosely fold or tie the surrounding leaves over the curd to protect it from strong sunlight and help maintain its white colour. Harvest while heads are firm, compact and tightly formed.
If saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Maturity: approximately 68 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. botrytis
First Early is a fast-maturing Cauliflower producing smooth, solid white heads weighing up to approximately 500 g. Ready to harvest in as little as 70 days, its compact growth makes it particularly useful for smaller gardens and successive plantings. Unlike many Cauliflowers, First Early also performs well in hot and humid climates, making it a valuable choice for warmer Australian growing regions.
The firm heads have an excellent flavour and fine texture and are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, grilled, pickled, mashed, added to curries and soups or baked whole. The leaves and tender stems are also edible and need not be discarded.
Cauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the Brassica oleracea family.
While Cauliflower generally prefers its main head development to occur during cooler weather, First Early has greater tolerance of heat and humidity than many traditional varieties. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture.
Approximately 90 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter, with a broader planting window in suitable conditions
Subtropics: Late summer to winter
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 40–50 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.
As white heads begin to form, loosely fold or tie the surrounding leaves over the curd to protect it from strong sunlight and help maintain its white colour. Harvest while heads are firm, compact and tightly formed.
If saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Maturity: from approximately 70 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.