{"title":"Perennial Seeds Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerennial vegetables earn their place by coming back year after year — plant them once and harvest for seasons to come. Our collection features rewarding, long-lived favourites like asparagus, rhubarb and artichoke, all easy to raise from seed and brilliant value for the home gardener. 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It can be served hot, with drawn butter; cold, in a salad; in soups; and as a sandwich filling or flavouring. \u003cstrong\u003eAn excellent variety with bright green spears and deep purple tips that produces an exceptionally high yield.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnover's Colossal has been awarded an Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA perfect healthy addition to any vegetable garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIt is best left for two years so that it can grow into a strong plant. \u003cstrong\u003ePlants take time to establish, they can produce up to 20 years.\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires well-drained soil. Water frequently. It takes 14 – 21 days to germinate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39943321649242,"sku":"V-122","price":3.51,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/asparagus-connovers-colossal-seeds-198497.jpg?v=1700726250"},{"product_id":"asparagus-argenteuil-seeds","title":"Asparagus - Argenteuil seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eASPARAGUS ARGENTEUIL - 15 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Asparagus Officinalis)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is a must for the asparagus lover. An old traditional heirloom, this gourmet variety is highly esteemed in Europe for its delicious white stems with rose-coloured buds that can be blanched white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is early producing, flavoursome and heats tolerant. Unlike many other asparagus varieties which do not offer a decent harvest until the third year when grown from seed, Argenteuil will give a good yield in the second year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can adapt to a wide variety of well-draining soils and is quite heat tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanching will also make the stems pure white without the tip, great for an exotic dish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39943322239066,"sku":"V-121","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/asparagus-argenteuil-seeds-158905.jpg?v=1700726250"},{"product_id":"asparagus-mary-washington-seeds","title":"Asparagus - Mary Washington seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASPARAGUS Mary Washington - 15 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Asparagus Officinalis)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeirloom, Open-Pollinated Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAsparagus is a \u003cstrong\u003eperennial vegetable\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be served hot, with drawn butter, cold, in a salad, in soups, and as a sandwich filling or flavouring. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a great table favourite that produces tender shoots that are great aside from for loads of dishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA perfect healthy addition to any vegetable garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly long straight medium dark-green spears with tight purpling tips. Requires full sunlight. Planting time is spring. \u003cstrong\u003ePlants take time to establish; they can produce up to 20 years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32359552516186,"sku":"V-123","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/asparagus-mary-washington-seeds-528465.jpg?v=1700726250"},{"product_id":"asparagus-uc-157-f2-seeds","title":"Asparagus - UC 157 F2 seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASPARAGUS UC 157 F2 - 10 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Asparagus Officinalis)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsparagus UC157 F2 seeds are an outstanding variety that gives the advantage of earlier production and heavier total yields than some of the older commercial varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree to five dark green spears are produced from each mature crown. The spears are 1.5 to 2mm in diameter, with light bracts. It has moderate tolerance to fusarium root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing asparagus from seeds is an exercise in patience, but well worth the effort because freshly picked asparagus is like nothing available from the grocery store. Like most garden vegetables, freshness adds depth of flavour and natural sweetness because the sugars have not broken down into starches. Fresh asparagus is like freshly picked corn or tomatoes straight from the vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsparagus is a perennial vegetable. It can be served hot, with drawn butter; cold, in a salad; in soups; and as a sandwich filling or flavouring. A perfect healthy addition to any vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best left for two years so that it can grow into a strong plant. Plants take time to establish, they can produce up to 20 years. Requires well-drained soil. Water frequently. It takes 14 – 21 days to germinate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32359552548954,"sku":"V-124","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/asparagus-uc-157-f2-seeds-248102.jpg?v=1700726250"},{"product_id":"artichoke-green-purple-2pks","title":"[COMBO 2 PACKS] Artichoke - Green \u0026 Purple seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eARTICHOKE Green Globe \u0026amp; Purple Headed - 2 Separate Packs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtichoke Green Globe - 10 Seeds \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e(V-118)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtichoke Purple Headed - 10 Seeds \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e(V-119)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtichoke Green Globe, a gourmet vegetable is a perennial thistle that originates from the Western Mediterranean in ancient times. ARTICHOKE Green globe is the most common Australian variety, will suit a wider range of climates. The flower bud has been eaten as a vegetable since ancient times. It grows to 1.5m tall and 1m across, within 5 years. Cut buds when heads are tight, boil until tender.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtichoke Purple Headed produce deep purple flower heads from late autumn to spring. The flower bud has been eaten as a vegetable since ancient times. It grows to 1.5m tall and 1m across, within 5 years. 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An old traditional heirloom, this gourmet variety is highly esteemed in Europe for its delicious white stems with rose-coloured buds that can be blanched white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is early producing, flavoursome and heat tolerant. Unlike many other asparagus varieties, which do not offer a decent harvest until the third year when grown from seed, Argenteuil will give a good yield in the second year. It can adapt to a wide variety of well-draining soils and is quite heat tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanching will also make the stems pure white without the tip, great for an exotic dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsparagus Mary Washington \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e(V-123)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a perennial vegetable. 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Thick stalks are popular for making delicious pies, cobblers, and preserves. This variety can be harvested starting as soon as the second season. Do not eat the leaves as they contain poisonous oxalic acid. Winter-hardy, highly adaptable plants. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow it in full sun, in rich, fertile, well-drained soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerennial plant with bright red stems, quick-growing - can be harvested after the first year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32541370384474,"sku":"V-608","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/rhubarb-victoria-seeds-599634.jpg?v=1700986273"},{"product_id":"rhubarb-glaskins-perpetual-seeds","title":"Rhubarb - Glaskins Perpetual seeds","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRhubarb - Glaskins Perpetual – 20 Heirloom Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e** \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo not eat the leaves as they contain poisonous oxalic acid. **\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis English heirloom variety was bred for early maturity and a long harvest window. Glaskin's Perpetual Rhubarb is tart but never bitter due to its naturally low oxalic acid content. If given a good early start indoors, it can be harvested (late) during the first season's growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSome leaves should be left unharvested to encourage good root growth and a strong return the following summer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe thick, succulent stems grow 30-35cm long, with a primarily pink and green pigment and some red markings. 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Moringa oleifera, commonly known as the \"Drumstick Tree,\" is a fast-growing tropical tree native to the Himalayan foothills of India. This versatile plant has become increasingly popular in Australian gardens, particularly across warmer regions.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMORINGA SEED GERMINATION GUIDE - BY AUSTRALIAN CLIMATE ZONE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL REQUIREMENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOptimal soil temperature: 25-30°C (will germinate from 20°C but slowly). \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeveral customers reported that keeping the heat mat at a constant 27°C until germination works.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eGermination time: 7-21 days (faster in warmer conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003ePlant 1-2cm deep in a well-draining seed-raising mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eRequires warmth day AND night. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold nights will prevent germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOOL CLIMATE\u003c\/strong\u003e (Tasmania, Alpine VIC\/NSW, Southern Highlands)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Difficult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Months to Start:\u003c\/strong\u003e November-December (indoors only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMUST use seedling heat mat set to 25-28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eStart indoors - outdoor temperatures are never warm enough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eUnheated greenhouse NOT suitable (day warmth doesn't compensate for cold nights of 5-10°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOnly transplant outdoors in January-February when nights are 15°C+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eConsider growing in pots that can be moved indoors in cooler months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality Check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moringa struggles long-term in cool climates, even with careful starting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTEMPERATE CLIMATE\u003c\/strong\u003e (Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Sydney, Canberra)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Difficult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Months to Start:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eIndoors with heat mat: September-October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDirect sow outdoors: December-January\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSept-Nov:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors with a heat mat (25-28°C) - essential for reliable germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnheated greenhouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only effective from December onwards when nights stay above 12-15°C. Before December, the day warmth (20-25°C) is negated by the night cold (5-10°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect outdoor sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wait until December when the soil is consistently 20°C+ day and night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eTransplant seedlings outdoors in December-January when established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMelbourne\/Adelaide: Heat mat essential until mid-November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003ePerth: Can direct sow from November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSydney: Can direct sow from late November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARID CLIMATE\u003c\/strong\u003e (Inland Australia, Alice Springs, Broken Hill, Much of WA Interior)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Months to Start:\u003c\/strong\u003e October-November\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot days (25-30°C+) but cold nights (5-12°C) in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a heat mat or start indoors to maintain consistent 24-hour warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnheated greenhouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Risky before November - gets hot during the day (30°C+) but drops to 8-12°C at night, shocking seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest approach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors with a heat mat in October, transplant in November-December\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e December onwards when nights stay above 15°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extreme day\/night temperature fluctuations are the main challenge - consistent warmth is key\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUBTROPICAL CLIMATE\u003c\/strong\u003e (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Northern NSW Coast, Bundaberg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Months to Start:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eIndoors\/heat mat: September-October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDirect sow: November-March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSept-Oct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors with a heat mat for an early crop (nights still 10-15°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNovember onwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can direct sow outdoors (soil 20°C+, nights 15-18°C+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnheated greenhouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective from October onwards (day 22-28°C, night 15-18°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeak season:\u003c\/strong\u003e November-February (warmest conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very reliable climate for Moringa - heat mat gives a head start, but not essential from November\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTROPICAL CLIMATE\u003c\/strong\u003e (Darwin, Cairns, Townsville, Far North QLD, Broome)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Months to Start:\u003c\/strong\u003e Year-round, but best September-March\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sow any time\u003c\/strong\u003e - soil temperatures consistently 22-30°C+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo heat mat needed\u003c\/strong\u003e - natural temperatures are perfect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeak season:\u003c\/strong\u003e September-March (wet season approach and wet season)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry season (May-Aug):\u003c\/strong\u003e Still works but slower growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAn unheated greenhouse is not necessary (already hot enough)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is Moringa's natural climate - virtually foolproof. It can grow year-round as a perennial tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL GREENHOUSE WARNING FOR ALL ZONES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAn unheated greenhouse is only beneficial when NIGHT temperatures inside stay above 15°C. Before this point:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse heats to 25-30°C (good)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse drops to 5-12°C (kills germination)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResult:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds experience temperature shock and fail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eIf using an unheated greenhouse in cool\/temperate zones before December, you MUST bring seed trays indoors at night or use a heat mat inside the greenhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-300 my-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEEDLING HEAT MAT GUIDANCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCool\/Temperate zones: Essential Sept-November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eArid zones: Recommended Oct-November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSubtropical zones: Helpful Sept-October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eTropical zones: Not needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-2.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSet to 25-28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003ePlace seed trays on the mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eKeep indoors or in a heated space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMaintain 24-hour warmth until germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eContinue heat until the seedlings are 10cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pack: 10 Seeds","offer_id":44554714644792,"sku":"T-112","price":4.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g (~75 seeds)","offer_id":44554714677560,"sku":"BW-T-112_25g","price":19.35,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g (~300 seeds)","offer_id":44554714710328,"sku":"BW-T-112_100g","price":77.43,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"400g (~1200 seeds)","offer_id":50784352371000,"sku":"BW-T-112_400g","price":170.36,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/moringa-tree-seeds-9448857.jpg?v=1757442730"},{"product_id":"artichoke-colorado-red-star-seeds","title":"Artichoke - Colorado Red Star seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtichoke Colorado Red Star - 7 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCynara scolymus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivated for its early harvest and stunning purple colouring, this annual artichoke variety is designed to thrive in one season. Its growth varies from 30–90cm tall, exhibiting either an upright to prostrate posture with high yields of vibrant buds ranging from deep purple to greenish-purple. The primary bud size stands at 6-9cm, while the secondary buds range between 5-6cm per head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOTE: The amount of purple colouring on each plant may differ; some buds will be a solid shade of purple, while others boast only hints and tints of the hue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow in spring after frost at 10mm deep, emerge in 2-3 weeks at 21-28°C. Saw 60-90cm apart. The hardy perennial plant matures in about one year. Harvest from the second year. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39948846039130,"sku":"V-117","price":5.27,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/artichoke-colorado-red-star-seeds-220649.jpg?v=1700726250"},{"product_id":"artichoke-purple-headed-seeds","title":"Artichoke - Purple Headed seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtichoke Purple Headed - 10 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCynara scolymus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Italian heirloom Artichoke is a showstopper, boasting magnificent purple-hued heads ranging from 7 to 15 cm. As if their stunning hues weren't enough, these artichokes are incredibly palatable too - not only do they remain tender and juicy even when cooked, but the variety is also more tolerant of fluctuating temperatures than traditional green strains. So no matter your climate, you can confidently enjoy this extraordinary vegetable in your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow in spring after frost at 10mm deep, emerge in 2-3 weeks at 21-28°C. Saw 60-90cm apart. Hardy perennial 180cm high plant matures in about one year. Harvest from the 2nd year. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39948846071898,"sku":"V-119","price":4.22,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/artichoke-purple-headed-seeds-196451.jpg?v=1700726250"},{"product_id":"cardoon-seeds","title":"Cardoon seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCardoon - 15 Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCynara cardunculus (NOT to TAS)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning architectural plant with jagged grey leaves grows up to 150-250cm tall and produces long, lavender purple thistle-shaped flowers which bloom in late summer \u0026amp; autumn. This beauty is perfect for the daring gardener! It prefers warm summers or a protected spot. Regular fertiliser will keep it growing beautifully all year round. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardoon has a similar flavour to artichoke when boiled (not for eating raw). The midrib and leaf stalks are both commonly used in side dishes, additions to stuffing or soups. It must be blanched before it can serve these purposes, so tie up the vegetable firmly with black plastic wrap\/newspaper if you want your dish to look nice while still being delicious!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow in spring after frost at 10mm deep, 150cm apart. Germination in 2-3 weeks at 21-28°C. Harvest after 60-75 days; plant height 100cm, Hardy Perennial.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172032098394,"sku":"V-861","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/cardoon-seeds-154174.jpg?v=1677236663"},{"product_id":"asparagus-sweet-purple-seeds","title":"Asparagus - Sweet Purple seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAsparagus - Sweet Purple - 10 seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Sweet Purple’ offers a long-lasting, productive asparagus variety that consistently improves year after year. This variety was developed for specialty and fresh markets. Its key features include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pt-[9px] pb-[2px] pl-[24px] list-disc pt-[5px]\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\" class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] my-[5px] [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ol]:!pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ol]:!pb-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ul]:!pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ul]:!pb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eSweetness and Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Up to 20% sweeter than green asparagus, with a tender, almost stringless texture and much less fibre.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\" class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] my-[5px] [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ol]:!pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ol]:!pb-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ul]:!pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;ul]:!pb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eLongevity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: A hardy perennial lasting up to 30 years with increasing yields after a light cutting in the second year. 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