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Scotch Bonnet Shaker (Scovilla)
When it comes to bringing the heat, few chillies are as widely known and appreciated as the Scotch Bonnet. Straight from the Caribbean, this chilli has risen to prominence as a common ingredient in hot sauces. Now you can enjoy everything the Scotch Bonnet has to offer with this handy shaker. Pair with your favourite dishes, and feel the heat while you savour the sweet flavour.
Habanero Shaker (Scovilla)
A massively popular chilli, the Habanero has long been harnessed for its fruity sweet flavour and impressive SHU of 350,000. Now you can add the power of the Habanero to any dish with this dried powder shaker from Scovilla. Sprinkle as you please, and enjoy the heat and flavour that only the Habanero can bring. Pair with curries, fish, pasta, and more!
Red Savina Shaker (Scovilla)
With around 577,000 SHU to its name, the Red Savina was the world's hottest chilli until 2006. This Red Savina Shaker from Scovilla is the ideal way to add some spice to some of your favourite dishes. Perfect for pairing with curries, pasta, and meat, users can enjoy a flavourful heat that's hugely enjoyable. Use sparingly, and you can't go wrong!
Trinidad Scorpion Moruga Red Shaker (Scovilla)
Feel the spicy sting from the Trinidad Scorpion Moruga Red Shaker by Scovilla. With up to 2 million SHU to its name, this flavourful chilli powder is perfect for pairing with all sorts of dishes, especially curries and marinated meat and fish. Not only boasting massive heat, this shaker also offers a fruity, floral flavour that's not to be missed. Use sparingly!
Carolina Reaper Shaker (Scovilla)
Shake some heat onto your food with the Carolina Reaper Shaker from Scovilla. Famed for its exceptional level of spice, the Carolina Reaper is the world's hottest chilli, with an average of 2,000,000 SHU. Now, this heat is available in a portable powder form. So add a little to your favourite dishes to really crank up the spice. A little definitely goes a long way, so use it sparingly!
Ghost Xdust (Scovilla)
Turn up the heat with Ghost Xdust from Scovilla. Bound to provide some insanely flavourful and spicy notes to any dish, the dust is made from dried and ground Naga Ghost chillies mixed with spices and salt. With around 1,000,000 SHU, this powder is bound to make some sweat, and a little certainly goes a long way here! So take a pinch, and enjoy rich and spicy flavours.
Reaper's XDust (Scovilla)
The queen among hot peppers, the Carolina Reaper is the main ingredient of Scovilla's Reaper's XDust. It's a hot and aromatic mix that will take your culinary game to next level. Use sparingly with red meats and game or in tomato and pepper-based sauces to add a mind-blowing layer of heat. The powder is very practical, allowing users to dose the product according to experience and taste.
Peri-Peri Dried Chillies (Scovilla)
Peri-peri dried chillies (aka African Bird's Eye chillies) make the ideal addition to any dish in need of some spicing up. If you're looking to make delicious spicy BBQ rubs and hot sauces, or just want to intensify your curries, these chillies will more than do the trick. With 200,000 SHU, be sure to use sparingly to really get the most out of the flavours on offer.
Finest Heat Worcester (Scovilla)
If you're looking to turn the heat up with your cooking, this could be the item for you. From a potent combination of Worcestershire sauce and Carolina Reaper chillies comes Scovilla's Finest Heat Worcester. Available in a 100ml bottle, Finest Heat Worcester is suitable for vegans and is completely lactose and gluten-free, catering for those that have dietary requirements.
Friendly Fire Extreme Hot Sauce (Scovilla)
This super-hot BBQ sauce from Scovilla contains chipotle, habanero, and Carolina Reaper chillies! Prepare to be blown away in terms of both taste and serious heat! What are you waiting for?
Reaper Sriracha Sauce (Mad Dog 357)
This is next level sriracha and should only be used by those who adore the fiery depths of hell. Enhanced with the infamous Carolina Reaper chilli—currently the hottest chilli pepper in the world—this is the condiment to end all condiments! Besides the extreme heat, expect a full flavour which will complement and improve many dishes. This is a top choice for super spicy sriracha.
Ghost Pepper Edition Hot Sauce (Mad Dog 357)
Made from one of the hottest chillies in the world—the Bhut Jolokia, or Ghost Pepper—rest assured that this sauce by Mad Dog is extremely hot. On the Scoville scale, it comes in around 150,000 SHU. Suitable for adding to dishes or fiery dipping, get your heat fix here!
Hot Sauce (Mad Dog 357)
Featured on Hot Ones, Mad Dog 357's hot sauce is an extremely powerful chilli sauce made in Sudbury, Massachusetts. With a Scoville rating of 357,000, Mad Dog 357 hot sauce packs serious heat and is made only for true chilli-heads. Try a recommended dose of 1 drop and strap yourself in the fire literally takes your breath away, sending shivers across your entire body.
Friendly Fire BBQ Sauce (Scovilla)
This BBQ sauce from Scovilla goes by the name Friendly Fire. Why? Because it's fiery, but also highly delicious. It's got to be tasted to be understood—what are you waiting for?
Scorpion Pepper Hot Sauce (Mad Dog 357)
At 100,000 SHU, this is not the hottest sauce in Mad Dog 357's collection. That being said, in 2012 it was the hottest hot sauce in the world, so do not underestimate it! Named Scorpion Pepper Sauce in honour of its fearsome sting, this sauce may fall at the milder end of their catalogue, but rest assured, mild for Mad Dog still means blowing your head off!
Pure Ghost Hot Sauce (Mad Dog 357)
This Pure Ghost hot sauce from Mad Dog 357 is crafted from one of the hottest chilli peppers in the world: the ghost pepper. Also known as Bhut Jolokia, this pepper can hit hard and fast. Pure Ghost hot sauce is potent enough to blow the heads off most people. For those with a passion for all things fiery, this hot sauce is a necessary addition to your kitchen.
Finest Truff Stuff (Scovilla)
Available in a 100ml bottle, Truff Stuff from Scovilla combines Carolina Reaper-infused hot sauce with truffles. The result is a moreish, flavourful and most of all, fiery sauce that's ideal for adding to plenty of different dishes. Completely free of additives, Truff Stuff is gluten and lactose-free as well as suitable for vegans. So add some fungi-tinged heat to your meals today.
Hot Sauce Mini (Mad Dog 357)
By blending 160,000 SHU Cayenne peppers, fiery hot red Habanero peppers, and an insane 3,000,000 Scoville pepper extract, this 357,000 SHU Hot Sauce Mini was born. Small, but packing a load of heat and intense flavours, never be caught short without some satisfying spice again. The combination of peppers in this sauce makes for a highly refreshing, fruity sauce, in spite of the extreme heat.
Dragonfire Extreme Hot Sauce (Scovilla)
Dragonfire Extreme Hot Sauce by Scovilla is bound to warm up even the most experienced of spicy thrill-seekers. A little goes a long way, so look to dilute by adding to a dish or cooking sauce. Simply treat with care, and you can't go wrong. Just be sure to have something on standby to cool the burn that this dragon undoubtedly will bring. Extremely hot.
Peri Peri Shaker (Scovilla)
This Peri Peri Shaker from Scovilla is set to add some spice to all of your favourite dishes. Whether sprinkled on fries or added to meat, prepare yourself for a burst of heat. With around 100k Scoville heat units to its name, the Peri Peri Shaker harnesses the power of the African Bird's Eye chilli. Just be sure to use it sparingly if you want to dial down the spice a little! Perfect for all.
Scorpion XDust (Scovilla)
Feel the spicy sting of Scorpion XDust from the team at Scovilla. This blend of one of the hottest chillies in the world, the Trinidad Scorpion chilli, mixed with spice and salt, makes for the perfect way to add some heat to your favourite dishes. With Scoville heat units in the region of 2,000,000, you can bet a little goes a long way here. So take a pinch and enjoy rich chilli flavours.
Scorpion Moruga Dried Chillies (Scovilla)
Although it lost the title of the world's hottest chilli in 2013, the Scorpion Moruga is definitely no slouch in the spice department. With around 2 million SHU to its name, these hand-picked and dried chillies showcase all the flavour and heat you've come to expect from this formidable fiery friend. Pair it with seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes when you need to bring the fire!
Small Ornamental Gourds Seed Mixture
Ornamental gourds are beautiful decorations, ideal for flower arrangements, centrepieces, and more. With this seed mix, you can grow a wide variety of ornamental gourds at home with ease. Simply sow seeds in spring directly in the ground. If need be, you can transplant plants after 5-6 weeks. Remember to slowly dry the harvested fruits for long-lasting, beautiful gourds.
Cigar Plant (Cuphea ignea) Seeds
Known as the Mexican Cigar Plant or Firecracker Plant, Cuphea ignea gets its name from its bold, orange, tubular flowers. It makes for a beautiful houseplant indoors, requiring direct sunlight, warm temperatures, and well-draining soil. When growing from seed, separate seedlings when they're roughly 8-10cm tall and plant them in small-to-medium pots.
Carrot Amsterdamse Bak 2 (Daucus carota) Seeds
Getting your hands on some sweet, delicious carrots has never been easier with our Carrot Amsterdamse Bak 2 (Daucus carota) Seeds. Start these seeds off under glass indoors in early Spring and then move outdoors so they can soak up the warmth and light that Summer provides. Just ensure they're well looked after, and they can't do you wrong. Enjoy large yields of sweet-tasting carrots come Summer.
Carrot - Interceptor F1 (Daucus carota) Seeds
These slimline carrots make for a healthy snack and have a sweet, satisfying taste. What's more, is that these seeds are effortless to cultivate and are unlikely to give even the most novice of growers a hard time. Sow these seeds directly into the ground and provide them with a little maintenance and upkeep and they'll deliver a bevvy of bright orange beauties come July-October. Perfect.
Pole Bean Neckarkönigin (Phaseolus vulgaris) Seeds
For an effortless growing project, look no further than Pole Bean Neckarkönigin (Phaseolus vulgaris). Sow these seeds directly into the ground in mid-May and let them do their thing. All it takes is a little maintenance, sunlight and moist soil, and this plant will perform. Able to produce plenty of veggies with very minimal effort makes Pole Bean an excellent choice for all growers.
Kalimero F1 Snack Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Seeds
Whether pickled, as part of a salad or just a healthy treat, our Kalimero F1 Snack Cucumber is an incredibly simple veg to cultivate, not to mention extremely fast too! Get them going indoors around March and bring them outside for them to flourish over Summer. They're so quick to grow that you can actually get a few harvests from the same plant at the end of Summer. Versatile and accessible!
Cucumber Bella F1 (Cucumis sativus) Seeds
Bella F1 cucumber seeds (Cucumis sativus) produce long, sweet, and crisp fruit and are resistant to mildew. Start seeds outdoors in early-mid Spring and remember to water your plants generously while taking care not to wet their leaves (which attracts moulds and other pathogens). Use trellises to support the long vines and save space, and enjoy continuous harvest all throughout summer.
Sweet Pointed Pepper Palladio F1 (Capsicum annuum) Seeds
Get these bright yellow beauties going from mid-March, and give them plenty of light, sun and moist soil, and they'll flawlessly perform. These sweet and mild peppers will be ready come late Summer. They require very little in the way of maintenance and are extremely versatile. Whether you add them to salad, tacos or any other savoury dish, these yellow peppers are sure to brighten your plate.
Sweet Pointed Pepper Kapiya (Capsicum annuum) Seeds
Looking for something genuinely vibrant both in colour and flavour? Allow us to introduce the Sweet Pointed Pepper Kapiya. It's believed this pepper is originally from Bulgaria but has been used widely throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Sow these seeds in early Spring and repot as soon as the first leaves appear. Move the plants outside and let them flourish until October.
Onion de Paris (Allium cepa) Seeds
How do you get your hands on some great-tasting onions? Easy, simply sow these seeds in early Spring under glass and then move them outside in late April. This will give them plenty of time over the summer to mature and be ready for the picking! These onions are perfect for pickling or including as tiny veg on your plate or as part of a summer salad. The options are plentiful, and so is the yield!
Microgreens Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) Seeds
Peppery, mild and sweet, Microgreens Fennel takes just 7-14 days to germinate and just another 2 weeks on top until the earliest greens are ready to harvest and use in a multitude of dishes. Just provide them with plenty of light and warmth and keep the surrounding soil moist, and you simply can't go wrong! This is one fast-to-grow plant that delivers in all areas. Get some in your home today!
Microgreens Mizuna (Brassica rapa) Seeds
These fast-to-flower Asian leaves can be cultivated in a wide variety of settings and environments. They are typically low maintenance and suit growers of all skill sets. Sow the seeds in early Spring and enjoy them after just a few weeks of flourishing. Microgreens Mizuna has a mustard-like flavour that's ideal for adding to salads and other dishes for a little spicy snap.
Microgreens Salad Mix (Lactuca sativa) Seeds
With a selection of great greens available here, the vibrant Microgreens Salad Mix is ideal for adding to salads and can actually be grown all year round. Quick to flourish, sow the seeds when it works for you; just be sure to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and this plant will deliver delicious, moreish leaves and work perfectly in plenty of dishes. Ideal for all growers!
Microgreens Exotic Salad Mix - Seeds
Take your salad game to the new level with Exotic Salad Mix. It's really easy, just scatter the seeds on top of the soil and press gently. Cover with a thin layer of soil and spray with water. Use the mister once or twice a day to keep soil most. Harvest after 2–3 weeks, when you see the first set of true leaves. Microgreens thrive in sunny environments, think windowsills or balconies.
Microgreens Kale (Brassica oleracea) Seeds
Kale (Brassica oleracea) is in the spotlight for being one of the most nutritious greens on the market. But did you know that kale sprouts are even more packed with nutrients than fully mature kale plants? Sow kale seeds in a propagator at high density, and harvest your sprouts after 7–10 days for a fresh, delicious, and highly nutritious microgreen.
Microgreens Radish - Daikon Green (Raphanus sativus) Seeds
Green Daikon Radish is delicious and highly nutritious, used typically as a garnish in Japanese cuisine. Daikon Green Microgreens, however, are just as packed with flavor yet with much higher nutrient density. To grow them, simply sow seeds at a high density in a propagator and harvest the sprouts after roughly 1 week. With a fresh, tangy flavour, they go great in fresh and cooked Asian dishes.
Wildflowers Seed Mixture
Upgrade your garden with this fine selection of wildflower seeds. This mixture of both annual and perennial flowers means that your garden is completely cared for, for the entirety of the year and well beyond. All varieties have been carefully chosen to provide the finest colours and aromas that are eye-catching not only to humans but also butterflies, bees and a host of other insects.
Rocket Sprouts (Eruca sativa) Seeds
The peppery leaves of Rocket Sprouts make for the ideal addition to a wide variety of dishes; what's more, is that the path to this tasty produce is an extremely easy one, regardless of your prior expertise! Rocket Sprouts can be grown in indoor, outside, and greenhouse settings and require very little in the way of maintenance. Sow seeds in early Spring and enjoy great flavours come Summer.
Nasturtium 'Single Flowered' (Tropaeolum majus) Seeds
Boasting deep red, orange, and yellow hues, nasturtium flowers are surrounded by rich green leaves, making for a visually appealing plant. Able to reach heights of around 3m, this climbing plant is ideal for walled gardens and spacious areas. Not only boasting great looks, the flowers are also edible, making a vibrant addition to various dishes.
Cornflower 'Blue Ball' (Centaurea cyanus) Seeds
The Blue Ball cornflower is a great-looking flower that's ideal for a whole host of gardening set-ups. Sow the seeds directly into the ground in a place of your choosing in late spring, and they'll mostly take care of themselves throughout the summer. Without much needed in the way of maintenance, these flowers undoubtedly appeal to all levels of expertise. Colourful and vibrant, perfect for all.
Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) Seeds
Otherwise known as Sweet Alison, alyssum is an all-white flower that's suitable for all gardens. Whether positioned in flower beds, rockeries or pots, allow alyssum to provide some subtle beauty to your garden. Sow them in early April under glass and then fully transplant them roughly 5–6 weeks later. Once outdoors, they'll flourish in the sunlight and warmth for the summer. Loved by bees.
Cress Sprouts (Lepidium sativum) Seeds
Cress Sprouts make for an easygoing and hugely rewarding growing project. Whether situated on a windowsill or as part of your garden, it'll perform with very little maintenance required. This is a fast-growing plant that can be sown and grown all year round. Just be sure to provide temperatures of around 20-22°C and a little upkeep, and you can enjoy tasty cress rich in vitamins A, B and C.
Summer Flowers Seed Mixture
The Summer Flowers Mixture features a wide variety of flower seeds that will brighten up any garden you place them in. Sow them in early April, and by the time summer rolls around, your garden will be hugely colourful, vibrant and aromatic. Once fully grown, you can marvel at your handiwork and enjoy the fruits of your labour. With little upkeep required, they are ideal for all—including bees!
Forget-me-not 'Indigo Blue' (Myosotis alpestris) Seeds
A truly unforgettable flower, the forget-me-not, otherwise known as Myosotis alpestris, is a plant that's native to Europe and is a vibrant blue flower that's suitable for any garden. Sow them in open ground in July and let them flourish in a shady spot. Keep the ground moist throughout the growing cycle, and you'll be rewarded with a bevvy of beautiful flowers to brighten up your garden or home.
Red Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) Semi-Tall
Give your garden some deep red hues with Red Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) seeds. These massively resilient and robust flowers make the perfect addition to any garden. Suitable for home growers and gardening experts alike, these tough plants can withstand pretty much any environment, and require little in the way of maintenance. Plant, and go!
Alfalfa Sprouts (Medicago sativa) Seeds
It takes about 5 days to grow alfalfa sprouts. Use a sprouting jar, soak the seeds in cool water for 8–10 hours, drain well. Spread seeds out in the jar and leave for 10 hours at room temperature, away from direct light. Repeat the rinse/dry process until sprouts reach preferred size. Alternatively, place sprouts between damp paper towels after soaking. Add to salads, sandwiches, or stir-fries.
Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia) Seeds
The bitter gourd, otherwise known as bitter melon or balsam pear, is a fruit that originally comes from Africa and Asia. However, now you can grow it right at home! Start it off in a greenhouse or indoors for 4 weeks, then move it outdoors to flourish in the summer months. Typically, it'll be ready to harvest come October. Pair it with fish or meat, and you simply can't go wrong.
Amsoi Red (Brassica juncea var.rugosa) Seeds
Amsoi, also known as Indian Mustard, has a spicy flavour making it ideal for use in salads and Asian cuisine. Able to be cultivated in both indoor and outside environments, amsoi is highly resilient and can withstand frost and colder climes effortlessly, making it a great choice for all levels of growers. Quick to grow and can be harvested many times.
Mallow (Malva sylvestris) Seeds
The mallow, or Malva sylvestris as it's otherwise known, is a plant that's commonly found in the warmer climes of Iran and North Africa. However, now you can grow this colourful companion at home. Sow these seeds in April, and you'll see that come September, you'll have some fully formed flowers at your disposal. Mallow is a particular favourite for use in soups.
Atlantic Giant Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima) Seeds
Try your hand at growing Atlantic Giant Pumpkin which can weigh 100kg and more. This vegetable thrives in warm and sunny spots, and you can sow your seeds indoors in mid-spring or early summer outdoors. Ensure your plants have fertile soil and are sheltered from cold winds and you will be able to sit back and watch this vigorous grower. Harvest in September/October, right for Halloween!
Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Seeds
Also known as bitter buttons, cow bitter, and golden buttons, the tansy is a perennial, herbaceous flowering plant that's bright, colourful, and bound to add vibrancy to any garden. Thanks to its resilience, it can be cultivated in a wide range of environments. Provide full sun and well-drained soil, and it'll flower throughout summer, at which point it can be used in cooking.
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) Seeds
Valerian is a hardy plant that thrives in full sun and half-shade in almost all soils. Plant in an outdoor seedbed around April-May, prick out once in June, before transplanting them in autumn to their final position in your garden. The extracted juices of valerian root can be used for making home concoctions, while its leaves make for great additions to salads.
Ground Cherry (Physalis peruviana) Seeds
Also known as the Cape gooseberry, Ph. peruviana is native to Chile and Peru, where it is commonly called aguaymanto, uvilla, or uchuva. A member of the Nightshade family, the Ground Cherry produces sweet fruits in a papery husk. Propagate these seeds indoors in early spring, then bring plants outside in early summer. Their fruit is ripe once it falls from the plant and can be eaten raw.
Cherry Tomato - Cerise (Lycopersicon esculentum) Seeds
Who doesn't love nice, fresh cherry tomatoes to enjoy? No matter the weather, you can have a bevy of bright-red beauties in next to no time. Sow seeds in early spring indoors or outside (if living in a warm climate), and they'll be ready come late summer. Give them moist soil and plenty of light and warmth, and you'll be rewarded with a great yield. Perfect for salads and all kinds of cooking.
Radish 'French Breakfast 3' (Raphanus sativus) Seeds
Crisp and crunchy are just words to describe the French Breakfast 3 variety of radish. They offer up a great "snap" when eaten and have a fresh flavour that's perfect for blending with other vegetables. In fact, it's even recommended that these seeds are sown next to carrots or lettuce to give them a good biological balance. Begin them in March, and they'll be good later in the summer.
Gherkin 'National' (Cucumis sativus) Seeds
Grow these gherkins in your garden and you'll have a fine selection of small fruits to pick from. Get them going in early April indoors or in a greenhouse, and then take them outside to plant in May. Provide them with shelter and sun, and you'll have a harvest of gherkins-goodness in no time. Perfect for pickling, they will add some flair and flavour to your food.
Asparagus 'Argenteuil' (Aspergus officinalis) Seeds
Asparagus plants might take time to get to harvest, but they are well worth the wait. Plant asparagus seeds in rows directly in nursery seed beds 4 weeks before the Ice Saints in sandy soil. Seeds can take 3 weeks to germinate, and young plants should be kept in nurseries for 1 year before moving them to their final spot. Transplant mature plant crowns into trenches, adding soil regularly.
Summer Squash 'Black Beauty' (Cucurbita pepo) Seeds
Whether you know it as courgette or summer squash, this adaptable vegetable lends itself well to all kinds of cuisines. Able to produce a huge harvest, make the most of your plants by starting them under glass, and then move them outside to flourish in the summer months. Give them the perfect balance of sunlight, warmth, and shade, and you'll be rewarded with plenty of delicious veggies.
Soybean 'Edamame Green Shell' (Glycine max) Seeds
Perfect in Asian cuisines and as a healthy snack, edamame has plenty of uses. You'll be pleased to know that it's also pretty easy to cultivate from home too! Get plants started indoors or in a greenhouse in early May, and then once the seedlings are big enough, move them outdoors to soak up the sunlight and warmth. Come October, you'll have a bevy of soybeans ready to go.
Red Swiss Chard (Beta vulgaris) Seeds
A robust year-round plant, Red Swiss Chard, otherwise known as Beta vulgaris, is a plant that can sprout rhubarb-like stems with leaves that can all be utilised in plenty of different culinary dishes. With a sowing period of March until July, enjoy the fruits of your labour come September/October time. With bright red colouring, this will brighten up both your garden and dinner plate.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) Seeds
Taraxacum officinale, aka the dandelion, is a herbaceous perennial plant that's perfect for all kinds of growing setups. Allow the beautiful yellow colour to brighten up your life. Sow in spring, and allow plants to flourish over the summer months. Provide well-draining soil and plenty of light and warmth, and you'll be rewarded with a plant boasting numerous culinary and herbal uses.
Victoria Rhubarb (Rheum undulatum) Seeds
Victoria rhubarb (Rheum undulatum) likes sunny locations and needs exceptionally well-draining soil (waterlogging or overwatering can greatly impact the growth of rhubarb plants or cause them to rot). Rhubarb also doesn't like extremely hot conditions, which can stunt it or stop plant growth altogether. Fertilise in spring and summer for improved growth. Harvest a few stalks at a time in autumn.
Parsley 'Curly Dark Green' (Petroselinum crispum) Seeds
Unlike most herbs, Petroselinum crispum (parsley) likes fertile soil. Parsley plants can be started indoors in a propagator or on a warm, sunny windowsill. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors after the last frost. Parsley plants like full sun, regular watering, and occasional, balanced fertilisation. Harvest fresh leaves and stems to promote bushier growth, and use in the kitchen as you please.
Cardoon (Cynara cardunculus) Seeds
Cynara cardunculus (cardy, cardoon, or artichoke thistle) is a very hardy and somewhat invasive plant. It grows best in soil rich in organic matter (including dung and decomposing plant matter) and in locations with warm conditions and full sunlight. The spiked flowers can be eaten like artichokes, while the stalks are best protected from the sun (using dirt mounds) and served boiled or braised.
Chicory (Cichorium intybus) Seeds
Sow chicory seeds in spring, after the last frost, in a spot with at least 6hrs of direct sunlight. Take care not to bury the seeds deeper than 0.5cm beneath the soil. Seedlings will sprout after 2–3 weeks in moist (but not wet) soil and should be thinned to leave roughly 30cm between plants. Harvest fresh leaves and blanched buds to eat raw. Dried, ground chicory roots can substitute coffee.
Rue (Ruta graveolens) Seeds
Ruta graveolens, or simply rue, is very hardy and can tolerate poor soil fertility and droughts. Plant established rue specimens in full sun and water sparingly, especially in dense soils. Use mulch to insulate rue plants during winter, and cut back plants entirely to their old wood in spring to encourage new growth. While previously used in various cuisines, rue is best grown as an ornamental.
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) Seeds
Hypericum perforatum, or St. John's wort, is an easy-to-grow perennial with beautiful star-shaped flowers. It grows best in full sun or partial shade, and can tolerate loamy or sandy soils, drought, and even flooding. Plant outdoors from early to mid-summer, and propagate St. John's wort from seed, division, or by taking soft-wood cuttings. Harvested flowers have a long history of holistic use.
Sage (Salvia officinalis) Seeds
Germinate sage in late fall/early spring in an indoor propagator. Bring seedlings outside after the last frost, once they've developed their first set of true leaves. Plant in pots or garden beds in a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Regularly cut back plants and harvest their fresh leaves (which have the best taste) to encourage new growth. Use sage in cooking or to make herbal teas.
Salad Burnet (Sanguisorba minor) Seeds
Salad burnet thrives in well-draining soil and is a hardy and robust plant whose leaves will be ready to harvest in late summer. Provide ample light, warmth, and water, and it'll reach heights of around 60cm. A plant favoured by such figures as Francis Bacon and Thomas Jefferson, it has a flavour that's perfect for sauces, dressings, and even summer drinks.
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) Seeds
Grow oregano in well-draining pots or planters in full sun. Oregano plants suffer in moist soil, so water them only when their soil has dried out, and plant them in a light soil mix. Shelter oregano plants during long wet spells, and harvest fresh leaves regularly to encourage new growth. Use liberally in Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine for an intense, earthy, and warm flavour.
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