Growing Guide
Season: Match the seed line to local conditions; many types favour cooler weather, while some Indian types suit warmer sowings.
Sowing: Direct-sow in loose, draining soil and thin early to give roots room.
Soil and feeding: Use a well-drained growing medium with mature compost. Feed according to crop needs, soil fertility and the fertiliser label, rather than a fixed schedule for every vegetable.
Care and Harvest Guide
Water evenly and avoid excessive nitrogen; do not transplant crowded seedlings or allow roots to dry repeatedly.
Pull roots while tender and at useful size before they become pithy or bolt.
Follow packet depth and spacing for the actual seed line. Keep the seedbed moist, not saturated, and protect young seedlings from heavy rain.