Winter vegetable seeds for harvesting from autumn through to early spring
At a time when most vegetable and flower beds are gradually emptying, some resilient vegetable varieties are coming into their own. This seed kit contains nine selected winter vegetables that will produce harvests from autumn through into early spring. Providing you with a versatile basis for seasonal winter cooking, hearty stews, fresh salads and early new year harvests.
This kit is designed for anyone who wants to use their vegetable garden beyond the summer months. With the right sowing and suitable conditions, some varieties can remain in the ground for a long time, others are harvested in autumn or prepared for the cold season. Producing a diverse winter garden including both classic favourites and special vegetable varieties.
The kit contains these nine vegetable varieties
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Organic winter pea 'Sima' (Pisum sativum) – a resilient pea variety for overwintering and early harvests in the new gardening year.
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Siberian kale ‘Red Russian’ (Brassica napus var. pabularia) – colourful kale with tender leaves for the winter months.
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Lamb’s lettuce ‘Dark Green Full Heart’ (Valerianella locusta) – a classic winter salad with compact growth and dark green leaf rosettes.
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Savoy cabbage 'Vertus' (Brassica oleracea convar. capitata var. sabauda) – a traditional Savoy cabbage for hearty winter dishes, soups and vegetable stir-fries.
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Organic leek ‘Blue Green Winter’ (Allium porrum) – a tried and trusted winter leek with thick blue-green leaves.
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Black salsify ‘Annual Giant’ (Scorzonera hispanica) – a subtle and interesting root vegetable with a long growing season and a mild, nutty flavour.
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Endive ‘Green Escarole’ (Cichorium endivia) – aromatic autumn salad with broad green leaves.
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Carrot 'Chantenay' (Daucus carota) – a proven carrot variety with strong, stocky roots, versatile in the kitchen.
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Organic winter lettuce 'Baquieu' (Lactuca sativa) – a special winter lettuce for sheltered growing and an early harvest.
Vegetable variety for winter gardens
Winter vegetables are all about a different kind of gardening: calmer, more forward-looking and deeply linked to the season. Many varieties are sown earlier – in spring, summer, or late summer – so that they can be harvested in autumn, winter or early spring. This kit is perfect for gardeners who are looking to expand their growing repertoire and also use the cool months for growing fresh vegetables.
The selection combines favourite winter classics like lamb’s lettuce, Savoy cabbage, leek and black salsify, with special varieties like winter peas, Siberian kale and winter lettuce. This is not a ready-made seed mixture but a carefully curated kit comprising individually packed varieties that will need to be sown, grown and harvested according to their specific growing needs.
Beautifully packaged – a special gift for all gardeners
The seed comes packed in a high-quality gift box designed in the style of vintage botanical prints. Each variety is individually packed so you can plan your sowing according to its specific needs. Making this Winter Vegetables seed kit a wonderful garden gift for home growers, vegetable and raised-bed gardeners and anyone who values seasonal seed with genuine practical value.
Sowing and harvesting
The varieties in this kit have different sowing times and growing needs. Some are started early in the year or direct sown outdoors, others are suitable for summer or late summer sowings, for harvests later in the season. Precise timings depend on the variety, location, weather conditions and planned harvesting times.
A QR Code on the pack takes you to a detailed downloadable sowing guide, available in five languages, with instructions for sowing, growing and harvesting the varieties included.
Who this kit is suitable for
This Winter Vegetables seed kit will appeal to anyone who wants to be using their vegetable garden for longer: experienced gardeners and home growers, raised-bed gardeners and anyone who loves seasonal winter cooking. It’s great for anyone who loves old and established vegetable varieties and who will enjoy keeping their garden productive not just in summer but also through the winter months.
Winter vegetables for a longer gardening season
With this kit you don’t have to wait for the next spring to be planning your vegetable harvests. It brings vegetable variety to a gardening season that’s often undervalued and shows just how much flavour, structure and life is also possible in autumn, winter and early spring.
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