Veggie Patch Collection

🌱 Broad Beans – My Dad’s Heirloom (Large Pod Type)
(Vicia faba)

A true garden treasure, My Dad’s Heirloom Broad Beans have been lovingly grown and saved over time, preserving a classic, old‑style variety known for its large, long pods and generous beans. While the exact variety name has been lost, this strain represents the heart of heirloom gardening—flavour, resilience, and tradition passed down through generations.

These vigorous plants produce tall stems and abundant pods filled with big, plump beans, offering a rich, mild, nutty flavour that’s perfect for fresh harvests, cooking, or drying. 

Ideal for cool‑season growing, broad beans are easy to grow and highly rewarding. They also naturally improve your soil by fixing nitrogen, making them a valuable addition to any home garden.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

Family-saved heirloom strain
Large, long pods with plump beans
Rich, nutty flavour
Reliable and productive plants
Improves soil health naturally

🌱 Growing Tips

Cool‑season crop—best in autumn or early spring
Direct sow (does not transplant well)
Prefers full sun and well‑drained soil
Keep soil moist during flowering and pod set
Provide support for taller plants if needed

🌱 Plant Details

Botanical name: Vicia faba
Plant type: Annual legume
Position: Full sun
Harvest: Approx. 70–90 days
Plant size: ~60–150 cm tall
Seed type: Heirloom / open‑pollinated

 Approx. 12 seeds pkt

Seed sowing instructions 

Bush Strike Bean Seeds

Bush Strike Beans are a reliable, fast‑growing bush bean that produces an abundance of crisp, flavoursome pods. These compact plants require no staking, making them perfect for home gardens, raised beds, and containers.

A favourite with gardeners for their high yields and ease of growing, Bush Strike Beans produce heavy crops over a short period and are ideal for fresh eating, steaming, stir‑fries, and preserving.

Why you’ll love them

• Compact bush habit — no trellis required
• Heavy cropping with excellent flavour
• Great for small gardens and pots
• Fast growing and easy to harvest
• Perfect for fresh use or cooking

Sowing Instructions (Seed Packet Guide)

• Sow: Directly into the garden after risk of frost has passed
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well‑drained soil enriched with organic matter
• Depth: Sow seeds 2.5–3 cm deep
• Spacing: 10–15 cm apart; rows 40–50 cm apart
• Water: Water well after sowing and keep soil moist
• Germination: 7–10 days in warm soil
• Approx. 30 seeds pkt 

Harvest begins approximately 50–60 days after sowing. 

Growing Tips

• Sow in successions every 2–3 weeks for a longer harvest period 
• Avoid planting in cold, wet soil — beans prefer warmth 
• Water consistently, especially during flowering and pod formation
• Pick regularly to encourage ongoing production

Bush Strike Beans are a low‑maintenance, high‑reward crop, making them an excellent choice for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.

Compact, tender, and fast-growing, Barese Silverbeet is a premium Italian heirloom prized for its glossy dark green leaves and crisp white stems. This dwarf variety forms neat, compact plants, making it perfect for small gardens, raised beds, and container growing. 

Barese is known for its mild, slightly sweet flavour and soft texture, ideal for harvesting young as baby leaves or allowing to mature for fuller bunches. Its cut‑and‑come‑again growth habit ensures a steady supply of fresh greens throughout the season. 

Versatile in the kitchen, it’s perfect for salads, stir‑fries, soups, and sautéed dishes—delivering both nutrition and flavour in every harvest.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

Italian heirloom silverbeet
Compact, space‑saving plants
Tender leaves with mild flavour
Fast growing and highly productive
Great for baby leaf or full-size harvest

🌱 Growing Tips

Suitable for most seasons (avoid extreme heat or frost)
Prefers fertile, well‑drained soil
Keep soil evenly moist for best tenderness
Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage regrowth
Ideal for containers and small gardens

🌱 Plant Details

Botanical name: Beta vulgaris
Plant type: Biennial (grown as an annual)
Position: Full sun to part shade
Harvest: Approx. 25–45 days depending on size
Plant size: ~25–35 cm tall, compact habit
Seed type: Heirloom / open‑pollinated

Sowing instructions: 

Sow: Spring, summer & autumn 
Depth: 10–15 mm
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Fertile, well‑drained, moist
Germination: 5–10 days

Approx. 50 seeds 

Cool‑tolerant leafy green. Sow direct or raise seedlings; space plants 20–30 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist and harvest outer leaves regularly for continuous growth. Ready in ~45 days (baby leaves earlier).

🥬 Kale – Vates Blue Scotch Curled (Heirloom)
(Brassica oleracea var. acephala)

Compact, richly coloured, and incredibly hardy, Vates Blue Scotch Curled Kale is a classic heirloom variety prized for its finely curled, blue‑green leaves and dependable performance in cool climates. Its tender yet sturdy foliage offers a mild, slightly sweet flavour that improves after exposure to frost. 

This reliable, compact kale forms neat rosettes that are perfect for smaller gardens or dense plantings. It produces abundant leaves over a long harvest window, making it an excellent choice for continuous picking throughout the season. 

A versatile kitchen staple, Vates kale is ideal for fresh salads, sautés, soups, and crispy kale chips. Its excellent cold tolerance and regrowth ability make it a garden favourite for steady, nutritious harvests.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

Classic curly heirloom kale
Compact plants ideal for smaller spaces
Mild, slightly sweet flavour (improves after frost)
Cold‑hardy and reliable
Great for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving

🌱 Growing Tips

Best grown in cool seasons (spring & autumn)
Prefers fertile, well‑drained soil
Keep soil evenly moist for tender leaves
Space plants well for airflow and growth
Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage regrowth

🌱 Plant Details

Botanical name: Brassica oleracea var. acephala
Plant type: Cool‑season leafy vegetable
Position: Full sun to part shade
Harvest: Approx. 55–65 days
Plant size: ~30–45 cm tall, compact rosette
Seed type: Heirloom / open‑pollinated

Sowing instructions: 

• Sow: Spring & autumn
• Depth: 6 mm (¼")
• Sun: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Fertile, well‑drained, moist
• Germination: 5–10 days
• Approx. 100 seeds

Cool‑season crop. Direct sow or start indoors and transplant. Space 30–45 cm apart. Keep soil evenly moist and harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continuous growth. Ready in ~55–65 days; flavour improves after frost

(Cucurbita moschata)

One of the most popular and reliable varieties worldwide, Waltham Butternut is a classic winter pumpkin valued for its smooth texture, rich flavour, and excellent storage quality. It produces attractive, elongated fruits with tan skin and vibrant orange flesh that becomes deeper and sweeter as it matures.

This variety is perfect for roasting, soups, baking, and hearty winter meals. The dense, fine-textured flesh holds its shape well when cooked, making it a versatile kitchen staple.

Waltham Butternut grows on vigorous trailing vines that produce consistent yields of medium‑sized fruits. Known for its reliability and adaptability, it performs well across a range of climates and is especially valued for its ability to store for months after harvest. 

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

• Classic butternut pumpkin variety
• Sweet, smooth flesh with a rich nutty flavour
• Excellent for roasting, soups, and baking
• Reliable, high‑yielding plants
• Stores well for long periods after harvest

🌱 Growing Tips

• Plant in full sun after frost has passed
• Prefers fertile, well‑drained soil
• Allow space for trailing vines or train along edges
• Water regularly during fruit development
• Harvest when skin hardens and fully matures

🌱 Plant Details

• Botanical name: Cucurbita moschata
• Plant type: Warm‑season vine
• Position: Full sun
• Harvest: Approx. 85–105 days
• Fruit size: Typically 1.5–2.5 kg
• Seed type: Open‑pollinated

Sowing instructions

Pumpkin – Queensland Blue (Heirloom)

(Cucurbita maxima)

A true Australian classic, Queensland Blue pumpkin is a highly regarded heirloom variety known for its hard blue‑grey skin, deeply ribbed shape, and exceptional eating quality. Its dense, rich orange flesh delivers a naturally sweet, nutty flavour that performs beautifully in both savoury and sweet dishes. 

Producing medium to large fruits with a flattened, well‑ribbed form, this variety is both decorative and practical. The thick rind allows for excellent storage, making it a reliable choice for keeping through the cooler months after harvest. 

Vigorous and productive, Queensland Blue grows on sprawling vines that thrive in warm conditions and reward growers with consistent yields. Whether roasted, baked, or added to soups and stews, it’s a versatile pumpkin valued for its flavour, texture, and long‑keeping qualities.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

• Iconic Australian heirloom pumpkin
• Distinctive blue‑grey skin with deep ribbing
• Sweet, dense flesh with excellent flavour
• Ideal for roasting, soups, baking, and pies
• Long storage life after harvest

🌱 Growing Tips

• Plant in full sun in warm conditions
• Requires space for spreading vines
• Grow in rich, well‑drained soil with added compost
• Water regularly during flowering and fruit development
• Harvest once skin is hard and fully coloured

🌱 Plant Details

• Botanical name: Cucurbita maxima
• Plant type: Warm‑season vine
• Position: Full sun
• Harvest: Approx. 100–115 days
• Fruit size: Typically 3–5 kg
• Seed type: Heirloom / open‑pollinated

Sowing instructions 

(Cucurbita maxima)

Rich in flavour and visually striking, Jarrahdale Pumpkin is a classic heirloom variety originating from Western Australia. Known for its distinctive blue‑grey skin and deeply ribbed, flattened shape, it stands out both in the garden and in the kitchen. 

Beneath its unique exterior lies dense, vibrant orange flesh with a smooth texture and a naturally sweet, nutty flavour. This makes it an excellent choice for roasting, soups, baking, and hearty winter dishes.

Jarrahdale is a vigorous grower with long, spreading vines that produce medium to large pumpkins, typically weighing between 6–12 lbs. It’s also valued for its excellent storage life, keeping well for months after harvest.

Reliable, productive, and full of character, Jarrahdale is a favourite for gardeners looking to grow a pumpkin that delivers both flavour and visual appeal.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

• Unique blue‑grey heirloom pumpkin
• Sweet, dense flesh with a nutty flavour
• Ideal for roasting, baking, soups, and pies
• Produces medium to large, well‑formed fruits
• Excellent storage life after harvest

🌱 Growing Tips

• Plant in full sun once soil has warmed
• Prefers rich, well‑drained soil with plenty of space
• Allow room for spreading vines
• Water deeply and consistently during growth
• Harvest when skin is firm and fully coloured

🌱 Plant Details

• Botanical name: Cucurbita maxima
• Plant type: Warm‑season vine
• Position: Full sun
• Harvest: Approx. 90–110 days 
• Fruit size: Typically 3–5 kg
• Seed type: Heirloom / open‑pollinated

Sowing instructions