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ANGLED
LUFFA
Luffa
acutangula
Angled Luffa is a
fast growing, vigorous
annual vine that requires a
trellis to grow on. The
young fruits are similar in
flavour to zucchini but
slightly sweeter, it is a
good substitute for zucchini
in humid areas as it does
not suffer fungal problems.
The stem tops, young leaves
and flower buds can be
steamed as vegetables and
the seeds from mature fruit
roasted with salt and eaten.
Plant it in a rich soil in
full sun. Sow seed in
spring.
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SA106 8 seeds $3.00
Globe artichoke is an
herbaceous perennial to 1.5m
high, the edible flower buds
are a delicacy, pick them
before they start to open.
The striking
grey-green foliage and
spectacular flowers add
beauty to the garden. Globe
artichoke needs to be dug
and divided every 3-4 years.
They prefer cool, moist
summers and mild winters and
a deep, rich, well-drained,
alkaline soil; compost and
manures are beneficial. It
can be difficult to grow in
humid areas where it tends
to be short-lived. If you
want to try then the beds
should be raised to improve
drainage. Sow spring
in temperate areas.
Globe Artichoke 'Green
Globe'
Large flower buds are deep
green faintly tinged with
purple with solid hearts,
between 7.5 and 12.5 cm
wide.
SA102 10 seeds $3.00
Globe Artichoke 'Violetto'
Gourmet vegetable, the
flowers buds are violet, but
occasionally can be green,
slightly elongated and
measure 7.5cm wide by 12.5cm
long. Absolutely delicious!
SA100 10 seeds $3.00
ASPARAGUS
Asparagus officinalis
Asparagus 'Sweet Purple'
'Sweet Purple’ asparagus has
large, deep-burgundy spears
which are very tender with a
mild, nutty flavour when
cooked;
it can also be enjoyed raw
due to its sweetness.
A herbaceous ferny perennial
to 1.5m high, asparagus has
both male and female plants.
Sow seed in seedling trays
in early spring, 5 mm deep
at 25°C soil temperature.
Germination will take
approx. 21 days. Plant out
in full sun in a deep, rich,
well-drained, soil, compost
and manures are beneficial.
The pH of the soil should be
6.5, lime if necessary.
After the 1st
year, remove female
berry-bearing plants as the
berries will germinate and
choke the bed if left. Care
should be taken to avoid
harvesting the first few
years, to allow the crowns
to build strength.
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price. We are happy to replace the seeds, give
you a credit or refund, whichever you prefer.
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