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Brassica rapa
Purple Top White Globe is Australia's classic heirloom turnip, introduced in the late nineteenth century and still one of the country's most popular varieties. It produces large, round roots with creamy white, fine-grained flesh and distinctive purple shoulders. The flavour is sweet and mild with an excellent texture, making it ideal for roasting, mashing, soups, stews and steaming. Slow to bolt and an excellent keeper, this reliable variety stores well after harvest and matures in 45–65 days. The nutritious young tops can also be harvested and cooked as leafy greens.
Approximately 250–350 seeds per gram
Approximately 200 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
Direct sow seed 5–10 mm deep into well-prepared soil in a sunny position. Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart, allowing 25–30 cm between rows. Keep the soil evenly moist to encourage rapid, even growth and prevent woody roots. Harvest roots from 45–65 days while still tender, or leave them to reach full size for storage. The young leaves may also be picked and cooked like spinach.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica rapa
Purple Top White Globe is Australia's classic heirloom turnip, introduced in the late nineteenth century and still one of the country's most popular varieties. It produces large, round roots with creamy white, fine-grained flesh and distinctive purple shoulders. The flavour is sweet and mild with an excellent texture, making it ideal for roasting, mashing, soups, stews and steaming. Slow to bolt and an excellent keeper, this reliable variety stores well after harvest and matures in 45–65 days. The nutritious young tops can also be harvested and cooked as leafy greens.
Approximately 250–350 seeds per gram
Approximately 200 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
Direct sow seed 5–10 mm deep into well-prepared soil in a sunny position. Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart, allowing 25–30 cm between rows. Keep the soil evenly moist to encourage rapid, even growth and prevent woody roots. Harvest roots from 45–65 days while still tender, or leave them to reach full size for storage. The young leaves may also be picked and cooked like spinach.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica rapa
Snowball, also known as White Egg, is an old standard turnip producing smooth, pure white roots with crisp, tender flesh. The rounded to slightly egg-shaped roots are best harvested at around 9 cm across, while the flesh is still particularly sweet, mild and succulent.
A longstanding garden variety, Snowball has been valued for its quick growth, dependable cropping and delicate flavour. The roots are versatile in the kitchen and can be eaten raw when young or steamed, roasted, mashed, pickled or added to soups and stews. The young leafy tops are also edible and can be cooked as greens.
Best grown through the cooler parts of the year, Snowball is particularly suited to autumn and spring sowings. Rapid, uninterrupted growth and consistent moisture help produce the smoothest roots and prevent the flesh becoming coarse or strongly flavoured.
Seed count: approximately 400–500 seeds per gram. Approximately 300 seeds per packet.
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March–August
Subtropics: February–September
Mild climates: February–November
Cold climates: August–May
Planting / Sowing
Direct sow approximately 5–10 mm deep into fertile, friable, well-drained soil. Thin seedlings to approximately 8–12 cm apart with 25–30 cm between rows. Maintain consistent moisture as the roots develop and harvest at around 9 cm across for the best texture and flavour.
Maturity: approximately 40–55 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Valeriana officinalis
Valerian is a graceful perennial herb prized for its medicinal properties, attractive fern-like foliage and clusters of delicately scented pale pink to white flowers. Growing between 50 and 100 cm tall, it produces elegant flower heads throughout summer that are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Used for centuries throughout Europe and Asia, Valerian is one of the most well-known herbs in traditional Western herbal medicine. It has long been valued for its calming properties and has traditionally been used to support relaxation, restful sleep, nervous tension and general wellbeing. While teas can be prepared from the aerial parts, the roots are considered the most potent part of the plant and are typically harvested after at least two years of growth when they have fully developed their medicinal qualities.
Beyond its herbal uses, Valerian is a valuable garden plant. Its flowers attract pollinators, while its extensive root system is believed to encourage soil health and support phosphorus cycling within the garden ecosystem. Earthworms are also said to be particularly attracted to the plant, making it a useful addition to productive and permaculture gardens.
Easy to grow and long-lived, Valerian thrives in fertile soils with reliable moisture and rewards gardeners with years of beauty and usefulness.
Approximately 1,200 seeds per gram
Approximately 60 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 or partly shaded position with fertile, moisture-retentive soil, spacing plants 40–60 cm apart. Allow plants to establish for at least two years before harvesting roots for medicinal use.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Anthoxanthum odoratum
Vanilla Grass is a charming, aromatic perennial grass valued for its sweet fragrance and graceful, natural appearance. Growing to approximately 50 cm tall, it forms soft clumps of fine foliage that gradually spread through a gentle creeping habit. During the growing season, the leaves and flowering stems release a distinctive sweet scent often compared to fresh hay, vanilla and almond.
Native to Europe, Vanilla Grass has long been appreciated in traditional meadows and unimproved pastures, where its fragrance contributes to the characteristic scent of freshly cut hay. The aroma comes from naturally occurring coumarin compounds that become particularly noticeable as the foliage dries. Historically, the dried grass was used to perfume homes, linens and storage areas.
Its delicate form makes it well suited to cottage gardens, meadow plantings, naturalistic landscapes and sensory gardens where its fragrance can be appreciated throughout the warmer months. In cooler climates it may become dormant during winter before returning with fresh growth in spring.
Easy to grow and adaptable to a range of conditions, Vanilla Grass provides texture, movement and fragrance while blending beautifully with wildflowers and other meadow species.
Approximately 2,000 seeds per gram
Approximately 100 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to August
Mild climates: March to September
Cold climates: March to May and September to November
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed on the surface of prepared soil or seed-raising mix and lightly cover with a fine layer of soil. Keep moist until germination occurs. Transplant or thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart. Prefers full sun to partial shade and performs best in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Allow plants space to spread naturally and develop their characteristic fragrant foliage.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Vicia villosa
Namoi Woolly Pod Vetch is a vigorous cool-season annual legume valued for high-protein forage, green manure, cover cropping and soil improvement. It produces strong winter and spring growth, providing useful spring feed while building substantial organic matter.
As a legume, Namoi forms a symbiotic relationship with beneficial soil bacteria, fixing atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules and helping improve soil fertility for following crops. Its vigorous, spreading growth provides excellent ground coverage, helping protect bare soil and suppress weeds.
When allowed to flower and set sufficient seed in spring, Namoi can regenerate naturally in following seasons, making it particularly useful in pasture and longer-term soil-building systems.
Sowing rate: approximately 5–10 kg/ha
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Autumn or spring
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly into prepared soil from autumn through spring, approximately 2–4 cm deep. Keep moist during germination and establishment.
For green manure, cut at or around flowering and leave the growth on the surface as mulch or incorporate lightly into the soil. If growing for natural regeneration, allow sufficient plants to flower and set mature seed before cutting or grazing.
For maximum nitrogen fixation, treat seed with the appropriate Vetch inoculant where compatible rhizobia are not already established in the soil.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Erysimum cheiri
Single Flowered Mix is a classic Wallflower producing clusters of sweetly fragrant, four-petalled flowers in a rich mixture of warm, clear colours. Growing to approximately 45 cm tall, the upright plants bring abundant colour and perfume to the garden through the cooler months and into spring.
An old-fashioned cottage garden favourite, Wallflowers are excellent for borders, mass plantings, containers and planting near paths or entrances where their fragrance can be enjoyed. The nectar-rich flowers are also highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.
Generally grown as a biennial or short-lived perennial, Wallflowers thrive in cool conditions and prefer full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Regular deadheading helps extend the flowering period, while established plants are relatively hardy and tolerant of light frost.
Approximately 500 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Spring to summer
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 20–30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Regularly remove spent flower stems to encourage a longer flowering display.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Erysimum cheiri
Tom Thumb Mixed is a compact, hardy Wallflower producing masses of sweetly fragrant flowers in a cheerful mixture of bright colours. The dwarf, bushy plants create a dense display through the cooler months and into spring, bringing both colour and wonderful perfume to the garden.
Its compact habit makes Tom Thumb particularly well suited to borders, edging, containers and the front of cottage garden beds. The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects and are especially lovely planted near paths and entrances where their fragrance can be enjoyed.
A hardy biennial, Wallflower thrives in cool conditions and prefers full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Regular deadheading helps extend the flowering season and keeps plants neat and productive.
Approximately 200 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn in cooler locations
Subtropics: Late summer to autumn
Mild climates: Mid-summer to autumn
Cold climates: Summer to early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.
Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Regularly remove spent flower stems to encourage a longer flowering display.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Nasturtium officinale
Watercress is a fast-growing perennial aquatic herb renowned for its crisp, peppery flavour and exceptional nutritional value. Traditionally growing along the edges of cool, flowing streams and springs, it forms lush mats of vibrant green foliage that can be harvested regularly throughout much of the year.
One of the oldest cultivated leafy vegetables, Watercress has been enjoyed for centuries in salads, soups, sandwiches and cooked dishes. The leaves provide a distinctive fresh, slightly spicy flavour and are rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, along with calcium, phosphorus, sulphur, iron and iodine.
While naturally adapted to growing in shallow water, Watercress can also be successfully cultivated in moist garden beds, containers and wicking systems provided the soil remains consistently damp. Its rapid growth and continual harvest potential make it a rewarding addition to edible gardens.
Easy to grow and highly productive, Watercress thrives in cooler conditions and provides a dependable supply of nutritious greens for the kitchen.
Approximately 4,900 seeds per gram
Approximately 250 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: March to October
Cold climates: September to April
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and lightly press into place. Cover only very lightly, as seed requires light for best germination. Keep constantly moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into shallow water, boggy soil or consistently damp garden beds, spacing plants 15–20 cm apart. Harvest regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent plants from becoming overly woody.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Citrullus lanatus
Bush Jubilee produces large, oval watermelons with light green skin boldly striped with dark green. Fruits can reach approximately 60 cm long, with firm, bright red flesh and a sweet, refreshing flavour.
A more compact watermelon than the traditional sprawling types, Bush Jubilee produces shorter, more manageable vines while still developing impressively sized fruit. It is a productive variety with some resistance to Fusarium wilt.
The firm, sweet flesh is excellent eaten fresh and chilled, in fruit salads or cut into wedges. Grow in full sun and provide consistent moisture while vines are establishing and fruit is developing.
Seed count: approximately 10–20 seeds per gram. Approximately 18 seeds per packet.
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: August–January
Mild climates: September–December
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 1–2 cm deep directly where plants are to grow once the soil has warmed, or start indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after frost. Space plants approximately 60–90 cm apart, allowing room for vines to spread.
Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Keep plants consistently watered during establishment, flowering and fruit development. Fruit is approaching maturity when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and browns and the underside changes from white to creamy yellow.
Maturity: approximately 85–95 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Citrullus lanatus
Charleston Grey is a classic watermelon producing large, oblong fruits that can reach approximately 15 kg. The pale green rind is marked with darker green striping, enclosing crisp, bright red flesh with an excellent sweet flavour.
Developed in the United States and released in 1954, Charleston Grey was bred by plant pathologist Charles F. Andrus of the USDA. It became an important commercial watermelon for its combination of fruit quality, reliable production and resistance to Fusarium wilt and anthracnose.
An early and vigorous producer for such a large-fruited variety, Charleston Grey also has good resistance to sunburn. The crisp, juicy flesh is excellent eaten fresh and chilled, in fruit salads or cut into generous summer wedges.
Seed count: approximately 10–20 seeds per gram. Approximately 15 seeds per packet.
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: August–January
Mild climates: September–December
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 1–2 cm deep directly where plants are to grow once the soil has warmed, or start indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after frost. Space plants approximately 80–120 cm apart, allowing plenty of room for vines to spread.
Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Keep plants consistently watered during establishment, flowering and fruit development. Fruit is approaching maturity when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and browns and the underside changes from white to creamy yellow.
Maturity: approximately 85–100 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Citrullus lanatus
Charleston Grey is a classic watermelon producing large, oblong fruits that can reach approximately 15 kg. The pale green rind is marked with darker green striping, enclosing crisp, bright red flesh with an excellent sweet flavour.
Developed in the United States and released in 1954, Charleston Grey was bred by plant pathologist Charles F. Andrus of the USDA. It became an important commercial watermelon for its combination of fruit quality, reliable production and resistance to Fusarium wilt and anthracnose.
An early and vigorous producer for such a large-fruited variety, Charleston Grey also has good resistance to sunburn. The crisp, juicy flesh is excellent eaten fresh and chilled, in fruit salads or cut into generous summer wedges.
Seed count: approximately 10–20 seeds per gram. Approximately 20 seeds per packet.
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: August–January
Mild climates: September–December
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 1–2 cm deep directly where plants are to grow once the soil has warmed, or start indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after frost. Space plants approximately 80–120 cm apart, allowing plenty of room for vines to spread.
Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Keep plants consistently watered during establishment, flowering and fruit development. Fruit is approaching maturity when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and browns and the underside changes from white to creamy yellow.
Maturity: approximately 85–100 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Citrullus lanatus
Golden Honey is a rare heirloom watermelon producing large fruits with light green skin patterned with darker green stripes. Inside, the flesh ripens to a striking golden yellow and is exceptionally sweet, juicy and refreshing.
Fruits can reach approximately 15 kg and contain relatively few large seeds, leaving plenty of crisp, succulent flesh. Its unusual colour makes Golden Honey particularly impressive served fresh, chilled in wedges or added to summer fruit salads.
Plants develop vigorous, spreading vines and require plenty of warmth, sun and room to grow. Consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development encourages good-sized, evenly developed melons.
Seed count: approximately 10–20 seeds per gram. Approximately 20 seeds per packet.
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: August–January
Mild climates: September–December
Cold climates: October–December, after frost risk has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 1–2 cm deep directly where plants are to grow once the soil has warmed, or start indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after frost. Space plants approximately 80–120 cm apart, allowing plenty of room for vines to spread.
Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Keep plants consistently watered during establishment, flowering and fruit development. Fruit is approaching maturity when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and browns and the underside changes from white to creamy yellow.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.