This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Another name for this wonderful fruit is Cuke-a-Saurus and we think that’s the best name to describe something so odd and weird. It is also called kiwano and is a traditional food source in Africa. It is one of the few sources of water in the dry season in the…
Asparagus are true plant heirlooms! Not only do they produce delicious, tender spears to enjoy in spring and early summer, but they last many, many years if given some attention each summer.
Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a hardy perennial native to Western Europe. This perennial can remain viable for 10-20 years, so choose your garden site carefully.
Caserta produces beautiful flowers (edible, of course) and then gorgeous zucchini/courgettes/baby marrows which have a slightly varigated appearance. Of course, if you don’t pay attention to the plant’s high production rate, you’ll probably end up with at least one mega-marrow to stuff and bake.
This variety is from RAW seeds. It’s basil, you guys. But it totally smells like lime. And that’s the wonderful thing about living in the 21st century – you can plant weird, rare herbs from halfway across the world and they will smell beautiful and taste even better and all of your friends will be impressed. The end. Originally from…
Red Rubin is a compact red basil plant with delightfully dramatic red-purple leaves which have a spicy aroma. It finishes the season by making pretty pink flowers which look great in salads, and flower arrangements. Use the leaves sparingly in dishes as this variety is more pungent than other basil types. It’s wonderful to flavour vinegar.
Well, this is promising, right? Basil with large leaves? So more flavour and more pesto! Basil provides the scent of summer in a veggie garden – and delectable freshness to salads, pesto, pizza and pasta. Bonus is that large-leaf basil is apparently sweeter than the regular Genovese sweet basil that most of us are used to planting. Worth a try!
This selection of beet varieties is from RAW Seeds and includes Chioggia, Golden Detroit and Detroit Dark Red: Gone are the days of refusing to eat your beets: these glorious white, red, golden and Chioggia varieties are sweet and flavoursome. This isn’t something we’d say about any other life form, but they’re best eaten when they’re babies. For sexy salads,…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This bean was discovered and named by Russ Crowe in 1977. It was a natural outcross that happened in his garden. Russ attended an exhibition where he showcased his newfound Blue Jay beans. Unfortunately the whole jar was stolen from his table! He later found his beans for sale in…
This well-loved bush bean really is the business. It grows quickly to form a compact habit from which it produces a steady crop of green beans. Sow regularly to ensure that there are always strong plants available to produce for your kitchen, if the crunchy green beans don’t find your mouth before your basket! Plant in good soil for…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This dry bean did very well in a dry bean trial we did and was one of the earlier maturing varieties. The bean was developed at Kentville, Nova Scotia's research station, specifically as a dry bean variety and was selected for early and uniform maturity - exactly what we saw…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is a very unusual coloured bean, that produces medium-sized pods containing oval-shaped lime beans. The plants have a bush growth habit, but sprawling isn’t uncommon. Lime delight is best used as dry beans in stews, chilies or added to any other meat dishes. If you want to have a…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Possibly the most beautiful dry bean there is. Also known as yin-yang bean and calypso bean. The contrasting black and white seed coats are magical and if you ask any child which one they like most, they will probably point to these. The bushes produce bumper crops of flat green…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘What an attractive bean this is. When I received the original seed from a friend, there was a note with it that said ‘Very Productive’. How true that turned out to be! Rockwell is an egg-shaped white bean with maroon and tan markings around the eyes. White beans all have…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This exceptional bean also goes by the name of Borlotti lingua di Fuoco and is a fascinating heirloom variety that originates from South America, but is most popular in Italy. This multi-purpose bean can be used at various stages: as a very young green bean, as a shelling bean when…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This a beautifully purple-colored bush bean from Northern Malawi, originally grown by the Tumbuka people. The dual-purpose pods have a fresh nutty flavour and a crisp, succulent bite. The beans are attractive with a navy blue seed coat decorated with cream/tan streaks. The fresh green pods also have purple mottling…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Zagreb's Soldier is a heirloom variety that originates from Croatia. It is also known as the 'soldier bean' as the pattern on the bean resembles a soldier figure. These bush beans are extremely drought tolerant and produce masses of pods that shell very easily when dry. The dry beans can…
Also known as bok choy, this trendy cabbage means “soup spoon” – but trust us, it’s more exciting than that. Pak Choi is an heirloom Chinese cabbage with non-heading leaves and all the cool kids are eating it. Leave your cabbage prejudices at the door. Pak Choi has crisp, tender leaves with a slight mustard taste, which delicately flavours soups,…
Carrots are basic, right? Well, not really – once you have grown your own, and tasted them fresh out the garden and straight onto your plate, you’ll be wary of buying them in the shops. You’ll notice that carrot seeds are very fine – so mix them with sand or the seed of a quick-growing plant like radish so that…
It’s been called “psychedelic broccoli” by some and “weirdly delicious” by others… both are true. Romanesco is a 16th-century Italian cauliflower variety that’s crisp in texture, apple-green in colour and wonderfully nutty in flavour. How to be a world-class chef: Gently steam Romanesco. Melt a magnificent swirl of butter. Drizzle over the individual heads. Pat yourself on the back for…
The tender chard stalks of this jewel mix glow in sunlight - red, pink, yellow and orange with vivid green leaves. The added bonus is the role in salads and cooked dishes. Soak the seeds in warm water for an hour or two to aid germination. Sow 2 mm deep, directly into beds or containers. Expect leaves to pop through…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘Here is some spiciness from Africa! Though the name says it’s ‘brown’, this chilli looks more chocolate-coloured. Its strong plants produce many well-sized green pods that colour up to an amazing mahogany brown with a faded matt effect. Broad pods are anything from 6 to 10 cm. They have a few…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'If you like so-called peppadews, you should have a look at this variety as it fits the same profile and can be used in various ways. The pods mature from green to a solid red when ripe. They are twice the size of normal peppadews and less work is required…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This is our favourite pepper, hands down! The weirdly-shaped pepper turns from green to red and the fruit has a spicy but also fruity flavour that suits any dish that you don’t want to ruin by making it too hot. Add this chilli to pasta, curries, stews, stir fries or…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Black Pearl pepper is a cultivar of Capsicum annuum. It is characterized by distinctive black leaves and fruit. It was developed by Arboretum Floral and Nursery Plants Research Unit scientists Rob Griesbach and John Stommel of the Agricultural Research Service’s Vegetable Laboratory. This pepper plant is notably similar to another…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'She's blonde and she's hot! Solid white chili pods are a rare occurrence, but Blondie is as close as you'll get to it. Blondies are of the baccatum species so one can expect some sharp heat, fruitiness, and overall good fresh eating experiences. Blondie hits the SHU scale at about…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This must be one of the most beautiful peppers to grow. It's very rare and not commonly offered. The plants have dark green leaves, purple nodes, and purple flowers. The peppers start off with very attractive majestic purple pods, that turn a tan brown before it matures to their final…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This sure resembles a carrot! Also known as 'shipkas' in Bulgaria from where they originate. The plants are lower-growing and produce a surprising amount of pods that grow up to 7cm. This variety is one that most households can entertain with - they have just enough heat to elevate a…
Cayenne chillis are middle ground chillis in terms of hotness, between the habenero and the jalapeño. Their thin skins make them easy to dry and then grind into powder - a must-have staple in any kitchen. Chillis are long-season crops so the earlier you sow the better. That’s not to say that late season plants can’t over winter and produce…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘Cherry bomb peppers are named for their cherry/cherry tomato-shaped pods that vary from green to bright red. The pods can grow up to a golf ball-size. They are one the best peppers for stuffing but can be diced and used in any dish to brighten and zing it up a…
This variety is from RAW seeds. This slightly hot Cuban firecracker, standing at a feisty 60cm tall and flaunting rounded fruit with blunt ends and waxy skin, is not just the Cubanelle pepper; it’s the curvy mistress about to turn your garden into a spicy telenovela. The heartthrob of Puerto Rican, Cuban, and Dominican cuisines. Whether this sweet, mild capsicum…
This variety is from RAW seeds. The Bhut Jolokia is better known as the 'ghost chilli' or 'ghost pepper', and was once considered the hottest chilli in the world. It cracks a whopping 1 million units on the Scoville Scale of hotness (which has nothing to do with its looks, and everything to do with how it can burn your…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'A delightful gold version of the very popular red cayenne pepper. The plants are extremely productive and one plant will yield between 20 and 30 pods if well looked after. Considered a moderately hot variety, golden cayenne chilli peppers range from 30,000 to 50,000 SHU on the Scoville scale and…
Intense! Hot! This is a spicy hot chilli - a must-have in a garden where hot is appreciated. It’s hottest when harvested red, but can be eaten green any time it reaches a good size. Chillis are long-season crops so the earlier you sow the better. That’s not to say that late season plants can’t over-winter and produce a second…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This pepper resembles a small apple, but don’t expect the same eating experience or flavour. Hot apples belong to the C. Annuum species, but the exact origin is unknown. The pods have large cavities and are ideal for stuffing as their spiciness is low and tolerable by most (5,000 SHU).…
Jalapeño chillis feature in most Mexican style dishes in South Africa. They’re very popular here and are easy to grow. Their fresh, warm to hot flavours are fabulous in cooking - anything from poppers to pickled, roasted or smoked. Chillis are long-season crops so the earlier you sow the better. That’s not to say that late season plants can’t over…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Molly Ornamental is one of most eye-catching ornamental peppers out there with dark green/purple foliage decorated with lots of purple and orange peppers facing upwards on the plants. The plants are very sturdy and compact and are ideal for containers if you don't have much space. The pods start off…
Paprika peppers are grown much like other peppers, and enjoy a well-draining, fertile soil in a sunny area. Fruit is mature when it is bright red in colour. Dry your peppers in mesh bags hung in full sun for three to seven days. When completely dry, 85 percent of the pod weight will have been lost. Milder than chilli powders,…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘Sugar Rush Peach chilli peppers have elongated pods, averaging 5 to 8 cm in length, and have a cylindrical shape that tapers to a point on the non-stem end. The skin is smooth, glossy, may appear lightly wrinkled or creased, and ripens from light green through golden yellow, to dark…
This variety is from RAW seeds. In one word. HOTTTTT!!!! Confirmed as the hottest pepper in the world by New Mexico State University, the Trinidad Scorpion has been described by some as giving a “high” when ingested. To give you an idea of its heat kick, it isn’t far off from pepper spray, so there’ll likely be some tears and…
Slow Bolt coriander really is slow-to-bolt and thus can provide a handy supply of aromatic greens for a while before setting seed. Even then the seed is a handy spice to use in one’s kitchen, along with the yummy roots.
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This is a heritage, open-pollinated corn variety that was grown very long ago by the Aztecs. Black Aztec can be found in seed catalogues dating back to the 1860s. The massive plants grow up to 2 to 2.5 m and produce 10 to 15 cm cobs filled with blueish black…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is a real miniature corn. The plants grow up to 1.6 m tall and put a lot of their energy into forming many small cobs on a single plant. For the perfect baby sweet corn, the mini cobs should be harvested a week after the silks are produced. Baby…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'I think this is one of the coolest and easiest crops to grow and is a must try for all gardeners. It's not certain from where strawberry popcorn originates, but some believe it to be a very old North American corn. The image and name are pretty self-explanatory and it's…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This delectable, nutty-flavoured cowpea is perfectly suited to hot summer heat. This classic variety of cowpea has long been a favourite across the world and especially in the southern parts of the USA for its impressive heat tolerance and wild productivity. The plants grow quickly in the face of intense…
This variety is from Kirchhoffs: Dill is easy to grow and is in the same family as Parsley. Mention of dill can be found in ancient Egyptian scripts. Dill has a mild liquorice flavour. Dill leaves and seeds are used in a wide variety of dishes. Traditionally dill seed is used for pickling while the leaves can be used for…
Brinjal (egg plant, aubergine, melanzane ...) are long-season plants so sow your seeds as early as possible. These teardrop beauties will provide long, slim fruit, ready to slice into stir-fries or stews, baked or grilled, or popped onto a braai and slathered with olive oil and freshly-cracked pepper ... yum! The flowers turn to fruit quickly so keep an…
Eggplants are cool. Finger-shaped eggplants are cooler. These come in an array of purples, greens and whites, and the fruit is prized for it’s tender, non-bitter flesh. The best part? You’ll get a large crop that’s just as easy to grow as the average (i.e. less cool) eggplant. Fingerling eggplants are sweeter than other varieties, and best munched on when…
Looks aren’t everything, but they sure make eating your veggies easier. This Italian heirloom is popular due to its interesting colour, which ranges from a rosy lavender to cream hue. Pick ’em when the seeds are still soft and light in colour – i.e. slightly immature – for maximum personality. (By personality we mean flavour). This plant’s fruits are produced…
The Italians call it Cavolo Nero, and yes, that sounds like the name of an eccentric millionaire who wears suits on yachts. Imagine our disappointment when we found out that it actually means “black cabbage.” In an effort to never be misled by the musical beauty of their language again, we’re firmly calling it Dinosaur Kale and brainstorming T-Rex jokes…
This variety is from RAW: A tasty, colourful mix of five loose leaf varieties. They range from shades of green to red, with textures from oak leaf to tightly ruffled. Sow this exciting mix every week to ten days for a constant supply of fresh salad leaves throughout the season. Goodbye, soggy packets of store-bought fridge lettuce. Fast-growing, tender, and…
This variety is from Kirchhoffs: A classic in kitchens and gardens. A mix of red and green lettuce with varied leaf types. Can be grown year round and used as baby leaf or full grown lettuce. All varieties can be used as cut and come again. ie use older leaves and new leaves will grow from the centre.
This variety is from RAW: “Mesclun” is the French Provencal word for “mixture,” and it makes salads look as posh as they sound. This particular blend is perfect for sowing all year round, which means you’ll always have freshly-picked salad leaves, and that’s all anyone really needs in life. This attractive mix (sorry, mesclun) includes Arugula, Mizuna, Tatsoi and Red…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is a very attractive lima bean: the whites and dark reds of the seed coat resemble festive colours, hence the name. Christmas lima beans are from Peru and have been around since the 19th Century (they reached America in the 1840s). They are heavy yielding, great tasting, beautiful and…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘The chances of true mint seeds germinating are very low, but this variety isn’t a true mint and they germinate very easily from seed. Korean mint (Agastache rugosa) is an extremely beautiful lilac purple flowering herb that will bring colour to your garden the whole summer long. Korean Mint is…
This variety is from RAW: There aren't many naturally blue foods out there, so here's one to get excited about. This Dutch heirloom pea* can be picked young and eaten raw as a colourful snap pod, or left to swell on the vines and harvested as a plump pea for cooking. It's not easy being a blue pea – give…
If you don’t plant these purely for their cute name, plant them because they grow so beautifully in containers. Tom Thumb pods can be harvested very young, which is great for those of us too impatient to finish reading this paragraph. This variety of pea excels when tucked into small spaces around the garden, and makes a great addition to…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This very old bean goes by various names: Holy bean, Angel bean, and Soldier bean. The almost round white beans have interesting markings around their eyes that look like an image of an angel, a soldier, or even say a dove. Legend has it that a French priest buried church…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Black Nightfall originated as a cross in the gardens of Russel Crowe in the States, one of the world's leading bean collectors. Black Nightfall is without a doubt one of the most beautiful beans I have in my collection. The plants send out runners but won't take over your garden.…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This stunning dry pole bean goes by various names that include Ojo de Tigre, Pepa de Zapallo and Tiger’s Eye. When mature the seeds have a dusty gold colour with swirls of maroon. The plants climb up to 1.8m but don’t get too out of hand. Very good yields can…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Named after Carrie Belle Stallard of Virginia, in the US, this variety dates back to the 1930s. What a beauty of a bean! They are remarkably round, almost like marbles, and are a mixture of maroon and white. The beans produce pole-type plants that will vine up to 1.8 m…
Very important: The green beans inside the pods should always be cooked and not eaten raw as they do contains toxins that may be harmful when raw. This variety comes from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Hyacinth beans also known as Lab-lab bean is native to Africa and are a favourite in Indian communities where they are referred to…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Since the early 1900s this bean has been grown by the Lohrey family in northwestern Tasmania. It is also called Lohrey's Zebra, Lohrey's Special, and Natural Salt (as it reputed to have a naturally salty flavour). The plants are of pole type and will be more productive when offered a…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is an extremely productive pole bean that was bred in Australia as a green cut bean. I think it can be used in many more ways, including as a shelling bean and dried if you don't get to them in time. The purple streaks on the thick, 12 to…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'One of the best-yielding beans and a keeper for years to follow. These beans didn’t impress me at first as they were some of the last to start producing, but oh boy when they got going I was rather impressed. I pulled the plants in autumn while they were still…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is one of the most beautiful beans we offer. They make fantastic dried beans, but they are almost too pretty to eat. The plants have a climbing habit and need a trellis to grow to their full potential. The green flattish pods have light mottling to them and can…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Originally from Portugal, Papa de Rola means “dove breast”. This is one of the prettiest dry beans out there - round with half-white and tan with maroon streaks. This is a pole bean that needs trellising as it reaches heights of 1.8 m. Expect bumper crops of beautiful plump beans.…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'These purple beans grow to between 30 and 50 cm long! They are in the Vigna (cowpea) genus, but the taste to me is even better than normal green beans. They are climbers and will need a trellis to vine on and support the great number of beans they produce. They…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is very good-looking pole bean. Skunk beans have been grown by the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) people for many generations in North America. Each bean is uniquely mottled black and white. The name is self-explanatory once you see the bean up close. The vines like a taller trellis and can easily…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This is a personal favourite of mine for good reason. Snowcap beans are probably the biggest dry beans that I offer and they produce beautiful large beans that are a good option for stretching meals, especially stews with a bacon/tomato base. The vines will find their way up and around…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is the dry bean you want! From customer feedback, this has performed very well for almost everyone who tried it. From Africa for Africa is how I'd describe this bean. This Zambian heirloom is sought after in Africa. For me, this is the benchmark for what dry beans should…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This variety’s original seeds were apparently found in a wild turkey’s craw ... hence the name. The mature seed is brown with tan flecks. The plants have a pole habit and produce fat stubby 10 cm pods from the ground right up to the top of the plant. The pods…
This variety is from Kirchhoffs: Originating in the Mediterranean region, rocket is used widely in cooking and salads. Makes a great companion for beans, dill, lettuce, mint, nasturtium and thyme. A very easy crop to grow. As weather gets hotter flavour strengthens. Sow direct into garden or container. Young leaves are very tender and are best eaten fresh, in salads…
This bean’s name is surely ironic, and may refer to how the bean suits cooks who don’t want to bother stringing green beans. This bean is a handy addition to your kitchen garden - not only because it produces easy-to-prepare beans but also because the plants themselves create shade and shelter for other plants below when they are supported by…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is probably our favourite runner bean. Friar Antonio de Arrabida described this species in Flora of Rio de Janeiro in 1827. The painted lady's incredibly beautiful blossoms are very attractive. This variety is less affected by warmer temperatures than other runner beans and is a prolific bloomer. The beans…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This is one of the most productive sweet peppers we have grown. Purple Flame produces thick-walled, juicy and crunchy fresh eating peppers that start off purple and mature to a reddish colour with some purple streaks. This is a very tasty pepper that will be perfect for salads, pizza topping,…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘A dazzling heirloom jewel from Russia, this breathtaking sweet pepper wins top marks across the board for unmatched beauty, vigour and, of course, flavour. Each medium-sized heart-shaped fruit shines like stained glass. The bushy, compact plants are so loaded with fruit that they look like ornaments on a tree! The…
Looks aren’t everything, but they sure make eating your veggies easier. This Italian heirloom is popular due to its interesting colour, which ranges from a rosy lavender to cream hue. Pick ’em when the seeds are still soft and light in colour – i.e. slightly immature – for maximum personality. (By personality we mean flavour). This plant’s fruits are produced…
This variety is from RAW: In the world of tomatoes, we just know the Bumble Bee Mix is strutting its stuff in Prada. Each one is a striped sensation, outside and in, comprising pink, purple, and sunrise Bumble Bee tomatoes – it’s a blend that’s as unique as it is stylish. Just like fashion icons, these cherry tomatoes are big…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Another keeper for the next season. If you are looking for a tomato to make sauces and preserves, but never seem to have enough fruit produced from other varieties, Black Dragon is your answer. No need to look further. This is a smaller plum-type tomato that is believed to originate…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This cherry tomato is a combination of beauty and bounty with beautiful flavours to add to that. Blue Berries will be some of the first tomatoes that you’ll pick and you better bring a bucket as one plant that is well-taken care of can produce almost 1 kg fruit. Production…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is something different and not a variety you'll find around every corner. Blue Keys was developed by well-known tomato breeder Dean Slater, Michigan, USA. He named it after one of his friends, Rev Michael Keyes, and this blue version is one of a 'Keys' series that includes another coloured…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is another gem from Brad Gates of Wildboar Farms. This is a larger version from the same selection as Brad's Atomic Grape. The plants are heavy producers of exotic-tasting tomatoes with beautiful colours, each bringing something different to the table. The fruit starts green with some anthocyanins on the…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is an unusual yet stunning tomato variety that will catch everyone's attention. Brad's Atomic Grape is bred by no other than Brad Gates from Wild Boar Farms. Brad breeds the most exotic and amazing type of tomatoes one can imagine. This variety isn't just a stunner in the looks…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'Chestnut Chocolate is a good producer of almost perfectly round medium-sized fruit with an amazing chocolate/khaki colour, the depth of which varies with the amount of direct sunlight they receive. The bottoms will eventually colour up to a red when ripe. Bred by Brad Gates from Wild Boar Farms, USA,…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is a good choice if you are considering replacing the boring red cherry types with something that looks better and tastes better. Chocolate Cherry produces just as big vines as any other cherry type and usually is loaded with these very attractive brown-red fruits. The flavour is really good…
This variety is from RAW: Just look at how small it is! The Gold Rush is the garden’s little dynamo – boasting heavy clusters of countless golden-orange, sweetly flavoured grape-sized fruit. And you know what they say about dynamite in small packages – this baby is packed with flavour, and it makes up for its size as a high-yielding plant;…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This rare productive variety from California grows vigorously to 180 cm. The golf ball sized fruit weighs 85 to 100 g. The fruits start and end with dramatic colours and will be a standout, fitting in well with other coloured tomatoes. Dark Galaxy tomatoes have good flavour and produce moderate-sized…
This variety is from RAW: Oh Mother Nature, you clever thing. This beauty has exquisite emerald skin, dark green vertical stripes and gently flavourful flesh. It’s a rich tomato with a sweet, sharp bite and requires staking for support. For best flavour, keep Green Zebras at room temperature. The acidity of green tomatoes works well in different dishes, but they’re…
This variety is from RAW: Give a man tomatoes, feed him for a day. Give him the seeds to grow them, and he’ll frolic in a rainbow-coloured field of this tasty heirloom variety forever. This mix includes purple, green, red, pink, yellow, black, orange and a white variety, all of which were originally grown by Thomas Jefferson, the USA statesman…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘The Indigo Rose tomato, with its enticing true purple fruit, has been developed, without genetic modification, to contain higher levels of anthocyanin. This is a very potent anti-oxidant with great health benefits. As a result, this eye-catching addition to your garden is both beautiful and very healthy! The fruit does…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘One of the most beautiful tomatoes in the world! ‘Mar Azul’ means blue sea in Spanish and this tomato has some serious amounts of blue in it. The fruit is medium-size, flattened and is slightly ribbed. The fruit will vary in colour depending on the amount of direct sunlight it…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'A native of Mexico, this robust and sprawling cherry tomato is loved for the rich flavour of its sweet fruits. An early producer, Matt's is resistant to early blight and has some resistance to late blight. Matt’s Wild cherry tomatoes are tiny, marble-size tomatoes that are relatively easy to grow.…
This variety is from RAW: Tomayto, tomahto… nope, definitely tomahto. Sorry America. This plum-shaped variety is an Italian heirloom, and its meaty fruits are best when sundried. Plant marigold lemon drop nearby to prevent nematode infection of the soil, and stake plants for support. (How smart did we sound there?). In dry areas, hang up branches of these tomatoes until…
This variety is from RAW: This is our special magical mix of cherry tomatoes: red, yellow, orange, pink, white, green, brown, bi-colour. Juicy, sweet and colourful! Impress family and friends with this and make meals and snacks more fun. This mix of small tomatoes will add interest and taste to a whole host of tomato dishes. The fruits have a…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'What joyful little treats these are! The Bumblebee series of cherry-type tomatoes brought much excitement to the tomato world and they have become very popular. These attractive bi-coloured fruits are produced on long vines and have a great taste for a cherry type. They did very well in the taste…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This is one of the best tomato varieties on offer. Thorburn’s Terracotta is in my Top 5 and is one that I can highly recommend! Introduced in 1893 by James Thorburn of New York, this 130-year-old variety still produces some of the best tomatoes I’ve had and, in my opinion,…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘What is not to love about Tigerella’s small to medium-sized red fruit with yellow stripes all over them. They are produced in vast amounts, as in serious quantities. Tigerellas have a sweet flavour with some citrus notes. If making impressive salads is your thing, this should be one to consider.…
This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: 'This is a Chinese heirloom. Topaz (or Huan U) was our first tomato and from what we have experienced, it will probably be the last. The fruit starts off lime green with darker green stripes, then they turn yellow with the lighter green stripes still vaguely visible. From there they…
