Heirloom Lettuce 'Tom Thumb'
Sweet, tender and crisp, this petite heirloom lettuce has been a popular choice dating back to the 1800’s. Easy to grow and a versatile salad ingredient.
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To celebrate our 140th year in the seed business, we're excited to bring back some old, old favourites from our archives!
Purple Savoy is an heirloom variety, cultivated in England since the 1800s. These visually stunning cabbages have large crisp heads of lightly crinkled green and purple outer leaves. Deliciously tender and sweet, ideal sauteed, stuffed or enjoy raw in coleslaw. Stores well.
Features
- LARGE HEADS
- STORES WELL
- COLOURFUL HEIRLOOM VARIETY
Product details
How
Sow seed into trays of Yates Black Magic® Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and keep moist. Transplant seedlings when about 7 cm high.
Care
Choose a sunny, well-drained position. Prior to planting work in Yates Thrive® Natural Blood & Bone. Once seedlings have established, feed with Yates Thrive® Natural Fish Seaweed + Plant Food for strong, lush plant growth. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Cool evening temperatures enhance the purple colour. Plant brassica vegetables in a different position each year to avoid soil-borne diseases.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Position |
Full sun |
| Sow depth |
6mm |
| Germination |
6-12 days |
| Plant space |
40cm |
| Row space |
60cm |
| Maturity |
12-15 weeks |
| Botanical name |
Brassica oleracea var. capitata |
Heirloom Beetroot Mix
A classic heirloom beetroot blend, with striking candy-striped Chioggia, red, white, and stunning golden (red on the outside) cultivars. Brightens up a salad!
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