A traditional variety with large stalks packed with flavour and very reliable harvests year after year.
 
When to Sow: Oct - March
 
HOW TO SOW:
Soak seeds in water for 12 hours prior to sowing. 
Then sow into pots or cells of damp compost 2-3 cm deep. Seeds will germinate very quickly.  Grow on in a greenhouse or coldframe and plant out from Spring onwards or when at least 10cm tall using plenty well rotted organic matter.
 
Classification: Hardy Perennial
Germination Time: 1 week
Flowering Time:May- Jul
 
Site: Full Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Do not overwater as this will cause rotting.  Cover with mulch over winter.
Use: EdibleHarvest: Do not harvest in the first year.  From second year pull the stems rather than cutting.
 
Feed:Manure
Height:100cm
Plant Spacing:  50cm