Description

A fresh and flavourful blend of traditional Italian salad leaves, perfect for cut-and-come-again harvesting all summer long. Supplied as a strong young plant, this mix is ideal for window boxes, raised beds, or patio pots — great for growing your own greens in even the smallest South London spaces.

Highlights:

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  Harvesting Season: May to October


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  Final Size: Up to 20–30cm tall | Spread 25–35cm


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  Position: Full sun to partial shade | Well-drained, fertile soil


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  Best Grown In: Containers, grow bags, raised beds, or open ground


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  Supplied As: Strip

Why We Love It:

It grows quickly and reliably, offering repeat pickings throughout the season. Perfect for home cooks who want to add fresh zing to salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes without the need for a full veg patch. Easy, space-efficient, and delicious.

Sowing & Growing Tips:

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  When to Sow: Outdoors or in containers from March to August


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  Germination Time: 7–14 days at 10–20°C (if sowing seed)


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  Where to Grow: Raised beds, balcony pots, grow bags, window boxes


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  Care Notes: Water regularly to prevent leaves from becoming bitter. Harvest when young and tender — and keep picking to encourage fresh new growth.

The Nunhead Gardener Recommends:

Pair with spring onions or radishes for an easy-to-grow salad patch. Snip just what you need for the freshest salad possible — ready in minutes, from pot to plate.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.