New 2008

An outstanding garden variety for harvesting between October and February. Sturdy plants with pure white, thick stems and dark green leaves show good rust resistance and have excellent winter hardiness.

Sow mid March to late April. Sow thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Water ground regularly, especially during dry periods.

Carefully lift when plants are large enough to handle and transplant to 23-25cm (9-10in) apart in the row and 45cm (18in) between rows, using a trowel or dibber, and water in.

Keep watered during dry weather. Earth up the stems during the growing season to increase the length of blanched stem.