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Dactylis glomerata
Yarck Cocksfoot is a hardy, persistent perennial pasture grass valued for its drought tolerance, adaptability and ability to provide reliable forage under challenging conditions. Deep rooted and resilient, it performs particularly well in areas where summer moisture can be limited and maintains productivity when less drought-tolerant pasture species begin to struggle.
Well suited to a wide range of soil types, Yarck establishes a strong perennial pasture with good recovery following grazing. Once established, its extensive root system helps plants access moisture deeper in the soil profile, contributing to excellent persistence through dry periods.
The leafy growth provides useful, high-quality forage for grazing livestock and responds well to rotational grazing. Cocksfoot can also be grown as cat grass, with young foliage grown in pots or trays providing fresh grass for indoor cats to nibble. Yarck can be grown as part of a mixed pasture with suitable legumes and other perennial grasses or established where a tough, dependable grass is required.
Approximately 440 seeds per gram
Approximately 400 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Not generally suited to hot tropical conditions
Subtropics: Autumn to early winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Autumn and spring
Planting / Sowing
Sow into a well-prepared, weed-free seedbed, broadcasting evenly or drilling into shallow rows. Seed should be sown approximately 5–10 mm deep, as overly deep planting can reduce establishment.
For cat grass, sow more densely into a pot or tray of quality potting mix, keep moist and place in a bright position. Once the grass is well established and tall enough to nibble, the pot can be offered to cats indoors or outside.
Grow in full sun in well-drained soil. Maintain adequate moisture during establishment and avoid heavy grazing until plants have developed a strong root system. Once established, rotational grazing and adequate recovery between grazings will help maintain a vigorous, persistent pasture.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.
Not available for WA
Solanum melongena
Red Ruffle is an unusual and highly ornamental Eggplant producing small, rounded and distinctly ribbed fruits approximately 5 cm across. Also known as Hmong Red, the fruits begin green before ripening through orange to a brilliant red, giving the plants an almost tomato-like appearance.
The fruits are traditionally used in Asian cooking and are particularly suited to stir-fries, curries and other cooked dishes. They are best harvested while relatively young, as fully mature fruits can develop a stronger, more bitter flavour. Their deeply ruffled shape and vivid colouring also make mature fruits popular for decorative displays and flower arrangements.
This unusual eggplant type has Asian origins, with its ancestry associated with India and later development in Spain from around the 16th century. Its striking appearance reflects the enormous diversity found within eggplants, which have been selected for centuries for everything from flavour and texture to shape and colour.
Plants grow under similar conditions to tomatoes but require a longer period of sustained warmth to produce well. In warm, frost-free climates Eggplants can be maintained as short-lived perennials, while in cooler regions they are generally grown as annuals.
Seed count: approximately 200–250 seeds/g
Approximately 20 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Most of the year, avoiding the coolest period
Subtropics: Late winter to summer
Mild climates: Spring to summer
Cold climates: Start indoors in late winter to early spring and transplant after all danger of frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 5 mm deep into trays or pots and keep warm and consistently moist. Eggplant germinates best with soil temperatures around 24–30°C and can be started indoors up to eight weeks before conditions are suitable for planting outside.
Before transplanting, gradually harden seedlings over approximately one week by reducing additional heat and increasing their exposure to outdoor conditions and sunlight.
Space plants approximately 50–60 cm apart in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development.
Harvest regularly while fruits are young and tender for culinary use, before they develop excessive bitterness. Allow fruits to mature to their brilliant red colour when grown for ornamental use or seed saving. Frequent harvesting encourages plants to continue flowering and producing.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica juncea
Wasabi Mustard is a lively Mustard Green grown for its distinctive sharp, peppery flavour reminiscent of wasabi. Despite the name, this is not true Japanese wasabi (Wasabia japonica), but a variety of Brassica juncea selected for the pungent character of its leaves.
The young foliage delivers an immediate mustardy heat with a fresh, spicy finish, making it particularly good in salads, sandwiches and wraps or used sparingly as a garnish. Larger leaves can also be lightly sautéed, steamed or tossed through stir-fries and noodle dishes, although cooking will soften the characteristic heat.
Wasabi Mustard is especially well suited to microgreen production. The young seedlings develop plenty of flavour at an early stage and make an excellent spicy addition to microgreen and baby-leaf mixes.
Mustard greens have been cultivated for thousands of years, particularly throughout Asia, where Brassica juncea has developed into an enormous diversity of leafy, stem and root vegetables. Their characteristic pungency comes from naturally occurring glucosinolates and the compounds produced when the plant tissue is cut or chewed.
Fast growing and easy to harvest, Wasabi Mustard can be grown for microgreens, baby leaves or allowed to develop into larger plants for repeated leaf picking.
Approximately 30 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Spring to autumn
Microgreens: Year-round indoors or under suitable protected conditions
Planting / Sowing
For garden growing, sow approximately 5–10 mm deep directly into prepared soil or raise in trays for transplanting. Keep consistently moist during germination.
For full-sized plants, thin or transplant to approximately 20–30 cm apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Grow in full sun during cooler weather, with some afternoon shade beneficial as temperatures increase.
For microgreens, sow densely across the surface of a shallow tray filled with a suitable growing medium, cover lightly and keep consistently moist. Harvest once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves and reached the desired size.
Harvest individual outer leaves from mature plants while leaving the central growing point intact for continued production.
If saving seed, Wasabi Mustard can cross-pollinate with other Brassica juncea varieties flowering at the same time, so appropriate 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.
Solanum lycopersicum
Swift is an exceptionally early tomato producing medium-sized, round red fruits with juicy flesh and good traditional tomato flavour. With fruit maturing in as little as 54 days, it is particularly useful where the warm growing season is short.
Originating from the high-altitude prairies of British Columbia, Canada, Swift is well adapted to cool temperate conditions. Its ability to crop quickly in cooler regions makes it a valuable choice for gardeners who need tomatoes to ripen before temperatures fall.
Plants have a compact, determinate bush habit and require no staking under normal conditions. Their manageable growth makes Swift a practical choice for smaller gardens and containers as well as cool-climate vegetable plots.
Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.
Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Plants have a compact, self-supporting bush habit and generally do not require staking. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.
Maturity: approximately 54 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety
Not available for WA
Phaseolus vulgaris
Phaseolus vulgaris
Speckled Cranberry Bean traces its roots to the Indigenous peoples of the Americas, where it was cultivated for centuries before becoming a staple in early European settler gardens. Introduced to Italy in the 1600s, where it is closely related to the Borlotti, this bush bean is loved for its plump cream coloured seeds splashed with deep burgundy. With a rich, nutty flavour and smooth texture, it shines in soups, stews, and slow cooked dishes. Grown for shelling fresh or drying for storage, it is as practical as it is beautiful. Classified as a bush but appreciates some support to gently climb.
Approximately 15 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March to August
Subtropics: August to March
Mild climates: Spring to summer
Cold climates: Late spring after frost has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into warm, well drained soil in full sun once soil has warmed. Space seeds 10 to 15 cm apart. Provide light support if desired. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Lactuca sativa
Black Seeded Simpson is a classic heirloom looseleaf lettuce producing large, broad, frilled light green leaves with a crisp texture and mild, sweet flavour. Renowned for its reliability, it performs well across a wide range of growing conditions and is slow to become bitter, even in challenging weather. The loose habit allows for repeated harvesting of outer leaves or the entire plant once mature. Ready to harvest in approximately 40–65 days.
Approximately 200 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to October
Mild climates: February to November
Cold climates: Spring to autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly or raise seedlings, covering very lightly with 2–3 mm of soil. Plant in fertile, well drained soil in full sun or part shade, spacing plants 20–30 cm apart. Keep the soil evenly moist and provide afternoon shade during warmer weather. Harvest the outer leaves regularly for a cut-and-come-again crop or pick the entire plant when fully developed.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Lactuca sativa
Lollo Rosso is a classic looseleaf lettuce producing deeply curled leaves in vibrant magenta with a contrasting light green base. Its compact growth habit makes it an attractive addition to both vegetable gardens and ornamental plantings, while the crisp, tender leaves add colour and texture to fresh salads. An excellent cut-and-come-again variety, it can be harvested as baby leaves from around 30 days or left to reach full size in approximately 50 days.
Approximately 200 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to October
Mild climates: February to November
Cold climates: Spring to autumn
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly or raise seedlings, covering very lightly with 2–3 mm of soil. Plant in fertile, well drained soil in full sun or part shade, spacing plants 20–30 cm apart. Keep the soil evenly moist and provide afternoon shade during warmer weather. Harvest outer leaves regularly for a continuous supply or allow plants to fully develop before cutting.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Viola × wittrockiana
Swiss Giants Mixed is a classic large-flowered Pansy producing bold, velvety blooms in a wide range of colours including deep purple, violet, blue, yellow, white and striking bi-colour combinations. Plants form neat, compact mounds and flower generously throughout the cooler months.
Known for their particularly large blooms and reliable garden performance, Swiss Giants are ideal for garden beds, borders, containers, window boxes and hanging baskets. The flowers are edible and can be used to add colour to salads, cakes, desserts and other culinary creations.
Easy to grow and wonderfully colourful, Pansies thrive in cool conditions and perform best in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture. Full sun encourages abundant flowering in cooler weather, while partial shade can help extend flowering as conditions warm. Regular deadheading encourages continued bloom production.
Seed count: approximately 850 seeds/g
Approximately 150 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Late summer to spring
Planting / Sowing
Sow into trays or pots, covering seed lightly with approximately 3–5 mm of seed-raising mix. Keep cool and consistently moist during germination.
Transplant once seedlings are well established, spacing approximately 15–20 cm apart. Grow in full sun to partial shade and remove spent flowers regularly to encourage a long flowering season.
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.
Raphanus sativus var. mougri
Rat-Tailed Radish is an unusual Asian heirloom grown not for its root, but for the masses of crisp, fleshy edible seed pods produced after flowering. The slender pods have a fresh, peppery radish flavour and are best harvested young while tender and juicy.
Eat them raw in salads or with dips, pickle them, or add them to stir-fries and curries. Regular picking encourages continued pod production and prevents the pods becoming tough and fibrous.
Native to Asia, podding radishes have long been cultivated specifically for their seed pods. Their sprawling, productive habit and unusual harvest make them an excellent choice for gardeners wanting something beyond the familiar root radish.
Approximately 90 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March–September
Subtropics: September–March
Mild climates: September–February
Cold climates: October–January
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 10–15 mm deep directly into fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants around 20–30 cm apart, as mature plants become considerably larger than ordinary salad radishes.
Grow in full sun and keep consistently watered. Allow plants to flower and form pods, then harvest regularly while the pods are young, crisp and tender.
Unlike root radishes, Rat-Tailed Radish performs well in warmer conditions and is particularly suited to spring and summer growing.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Abelmoschus esculentus
Hill Country Red is a distinctive heirloom Okra producing short, plump green pods beautifully streaked and striated with red. The colouring continues through the plant, with attractive reddish stems and veins making this a particularly ornamental addition to the summer vegetable garden.
The pods are best harvested young, at approximately 7–10 cm long, while they remain tender and succulent. They have a mild, pleasant flavour and substantial texture, making them excellent fried, grilled, roasted or pickled, or added to curries, soups, stews and gumbo.
Hill Country Red is an old variety associated with the Texas Hill Country in the United States. Its combination of striking colour, heat tolerance and productive growth reflects the kind of locally adapted vegetable variety maintained through generations of home gardening.
Okra itself has ancient origins in Africa, with Ethiopia and the surrounding region frequently associated with its early history. From Africa it spread through the Middle East, India and the Mediterranean before becoming an important vegetable throughout tropical and subtropical cuisines around the world.
Plants are upright, vigorous and productive, thriving through hot summer conditions when many other vegetables struggle. The large, hibiscus-like flowers are followed quickly by pods, and regular harvesting encourages plants to continue flowering and producing.
Seed count: approximately 16 seeds/g
Approximately 20 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Spring to autumn
Subtropics: Spring to summer
Mild climates: Late spring to early summer
Cold climates: Start indoors in spring and transplant after all danger of frost
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 15–20 mm deep directly into warm, well-prepared soil after all danger of frost has passed. In cooler districts, seed can be started indoors to extend the growing season.
Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture during establishment, flowering and pod development, although established plants tolerate hot conditions particularly well.
Harvest pods regularly while young and tender, ideally at approximately 7–10 cm long. Check plants frequently during warm weather, as pods develop quickly and become increasingly fibrous if left to mature.
Allow pods to mature and dry completely on the plant when growing for seed.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Brassica narinosa
Green Coin Tatsoi is a fast-growing Asian leafy green producing compact rosettes of glossy, dark green, spoon-shaped leaves with crisp stems and a mild, mustard-like flavour. The tender leaves are delicious eaten fresh in salads or lightly cooked in stir-fries, soups and noodle dishes. Cool conditions enhance both flavour and texture, making this variety particularly well suited to autumn, winter and spring gardens.
Approximately 350–450 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 early autumn
Planting / Sowing
Direct sow seed 5–10 mm deep into fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space plants 15–20 cm apart for full-sized rosettes, or sow more closely for baby leaf production. Keep the soil consistently moist to encourage rapid, tender growth. Tatsoi can be harvested as individual baby leaves or as whole mature rosettes. While it can be sown throughout the year in suitable climates, it performs best after the first frosts when the leaves develop their finest flavour.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Lupinus angustifolius
Australian Sweet Lupin is a hardy annual legume developed from the narrow-leaf lupin and widely grown throughout Australian agricultural regions. Recognised by its slender leaves and attractive blue-purple flowers, it is valued as a nutritious grain crop, livestock feed and highly useful soil-building plant.
Australian sweet lupins have been selectively bred to contain very low levels of the naturally occurring bitter alkaloids found in traditional lupins. The protein-rich seed is extensively used in livestock feeds and is also processed commercially for human food, including lupin flour and other high-protein foods.
An excellent crop for sustainable and regenerative growing systems, lupins form a relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria on their roots, helping introduce biologically fixed nitrogen into the farming system. They are commonly incorporated into cereal rotations and can also contribute valuable organic matter, improve soil structure and increase diversity within cropping systems.
Drought tolerant once established, Australian Sweet Lupin is particularly well adapted to sandy, well-drained and mildly acidic soils. It performs best through the cooler growing season and is an excellent choice for green manure, cover cropping, soil improvement or growing as a grain legume.
Approximately 40 seeds per packet
Approximately 6 seeds per gram
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Generally not suited to hot tropical conditions
Subtropics: Autumn to early winter
Mild climates: Autumn to early winter
Cold climates: Autumn or early spring depending on local frost conditions
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into prepared soil approximately 20–30 mm deep. Space plants approximately 10–20 cm apart, or sow more densely when growing as a green manure or cover crop.
Grow in full sun in well-drained soil. Lupins perform particularly well in sandy and mildly acidic soils and generally dislike waterlogged or strongly alkaline conditions. For maximum nitrogen fixation, use an appropriate lupin inoculant where compatible rhizobia are not already present in the soil.
Not available for TAS or WA due to quarantine restrictions.
Allium cepa
Purplette is an attractive early-maturing mini Onion producing small, rounded bulbs with glossy purple-red skin and crisp, mild flesh. Compact and quick to develop, it can be harvested at several stages depending on how you want to use it.
Pull the plants young and slender for use much like spring onions or shallots, or allow the bulbs to develop to approximately golf-ball size. The small bulbs have a mild, pleasantly sweet flavour and are excellent eaten fresh in salads, roasted whole or used in relishes and preserves. When cooked or pickled, the rich purple colouring softens to an attractive pink.
Its combination of small size and rapid maturity makes Purplette particularly useful for smaller gardens and successive sowings. The miniature bulbs are also an excellent size for pickling whole.
Purplette performs best in Australia’s cooler growing regions, where mild conditions encourage steady growth and good bulb development. Like other onions, it prefers full sun, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture without waterlogging.
Onions have been cultivated since ancient times, with their origins generally traced to Central and Southwest Asia. Their versatility eventually led to an enormous diversity of forms, from large storage onions to small speciality varieties such as Purplette.
Seed count: approximately 240–400 seeds/g
Approximately 100 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Generally not ideally suited
Subtropics: Autumn to winter in cooler districts
Mild climates: Autumn to spring
Cold climates: Spring to autumn, according to local conditions
Planting / Sowing
Sow approximately 5–10 mm deep into prepared soil, seedbeds or trays. Keep consistently moist and lightly shade newly sown seed until germination is well established.
For small mature bulbs, thin or transplant seedlings to approximately 5–8 cm apart. Plants intended for harvesting young can be grown more closely and progressively thinned for use in the kitchen.
Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and maintain even moisture during active growth. Avoid excessive fertilising and waterlogged conditions.
Harvest young whenever the stems reach a useful size, or allow bulbs to develop to approximately golf-ball size. For mature bulbs, reduce watering as they approach harvest and lift once the tops begin to yellow and fall.
Maturity: approximately 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.
Phaseolus vulgaris
A resilient, cool-climate heirloom prized for its plump white seeds and strong performance in short growing seasons. Originally bred in the northeastern United States, it is well adapted to variable weather and poorer soils, making it a dependable choice for cooler regions. With a mild, creamy flavour, these beans are ideal for soups, baked bean recipes, or anywhere a soft, smooth textured white bean is needed. Vigorous plants produce generous yields that dry down reliably for easy harvest and storage.
Approximately 15 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: September to March
Subtropics: October to February
Mild climates: Late spring to summer
Cold climates: After frost has passed
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed directly into warm, well drained soil in full sun once soil temperatures are suitable. Provide sturdy support for climbing plants. Space seeds 10 to 15 cm apart and keep soil evenly moist during establishment. Allow pods to mature fully on the vine for drying and storage
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. sabauda
Savoy Drumhead Perfection is a classic heirloom Savoy Cabbage producing broad, compact heads weighing up to approximately 3 kg. The deeply crinkled, dark green leaves are beautifully tender, forming dense, substantial heads with the distinctive texture for which Savoy cabbages are prized.
Considered one of the finest-flavoured cabbages, Drumhead Perfection has a particularly mild, sweet flavour and is notably less sulphurous when cooked than many conventional cabbage varieties. The tender leaves are excellent steamed, braised or sautéed, wrapped around fillings, shredded into soups and stir-fries, or enjoyed finely sliced in salads and slaws.
Exceptionally cold tolerant, this is an excellent variety for growing through the cooler months and can withstand frosty conditions once established. Plants perform best in full sun with rich, fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture as the large heads develop.
Approximately 120 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
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 50–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain regular moisture as the heads develop. Harvest at approximately 90 days, or as soon as the heads feel firm and solid when gently squeezed.
If saving seed, remember that Savoy Cabbage will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible Brassica oleracea varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.
Maturity: approximately 90 days.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Trifolium subterraneum
Sub Clover is a productive cool-season annual legume widely used for pasture, green manure, ground cover and soil improvement. It grows actively through winter and spring, naturally dying back as conditions become hot and dry before regenerating from seed with autumn rains.
Well suited to neutral soils, Sub Clover develops a strong root system and provides excellent ground coverage. As a legume, it forms a symbiotic relationship with beneficial soil bacteria, fixing atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules and helping build fertility for following crops or companion pasture species.
Its ability to self-seed and regenerate makes it particularly useful as a longer-term living ground cover in orchards, pastures and other areas where seasonal winter and spring growth is desirable.
Approximately 580 seeds per packet
Sowing rate: approximately 6–10 kg/ha
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: Generally better suited to cooler regions
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn to winter
Cold climates: Autumn, winter or spring
Planting / Sowing
Broadcast evenly over prepared soil and lightly rake or press seed into the surface. Keep moist during germination and establishment.
For green manure, cut at or around flowering and leave the foliage on the surface as mulch or lightly incorporate into the soil. If growing as a self-regenerating ground cover, allow plants to flower and set seed before summer dieback.
For maximum nitrogen fixation, treat seed with the appropriate Clover inoculant where compatible rhizobia are not already established in the soil.
Not available for TAS. Due to quarantine restrictions, WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.
Ocimum basilicum minimum
A compact, edible and ornamental basil forming a dense, dome shaped bush of small, sweet flavoured leaves. Ideal for pots, edging, and small garden spaces, this variety responds well to frequent harvesting and maintains its neat shape. The miniature leaves are well suited to fresh use and light cooking. An annual basil that thrives in warm conditions and full sun, particularly through spring and summer.
Approximately 220 seeds per packet
When to Plant (Australia)
Tropics: March to August
Subtropics: September to March
Mild climates: October to March
Cold climates: November to February
Planting / Sowing
Sow seed shallowly into well drained soil in a warm, sunny position once frost risk has passed. Keep soil evenly moist during germination. Space plants 15 to 20 cm apart. Regular harvesting encourages dense, bushy growth and prolongs production. Suitable for pots and garden beds.
Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.