Vegetables From Italy Collection RHS Seeds

Vegetables From Italy Collection RHS - Irish Plants Direct

 

Grow your own taste of Italy with this flavour-packed collection of six traditional vegetable varieties. Carefully selected for their culinary value these RHS-approved seeds offer a delicious and diverse harvest—perfect for roasting, grilling, and fresh summer salads.

Included in this pack:

 

Egg Plant 'Bellezza Nera' (Solanum melongena) – Produces pear-shaped, glossy purple fruits with excellent texture and flavour.

Seed Quantity: 75 seeds

 

Chicory 'Italia Rossa' (Cichorium intybus) – Striking green leaves with a bold, slightly bitter flavour. Great for salads or grilling.

Seed Quantity: 500 seeds

 

Lettuce 'Rossa di Trento' (Lactuca sativa) – A loose-leaved variety with red-tinged green leaves and a mild, crisp taste.

Seed Quantity: 500 seeds

 

Cauliflower 'di Sicilia Violetto' (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) – A beautiful purple-headed variety with a sweet, nutty flavour.

Seed Quantity: 75 seeds

 

Zucchini 'Striato d'Italia' (Cucurbita pepo) – Slender, striped fruits with superior taste and texture. Ideal for grilling or roasting.

Seed Quantity: 10 seeds

 

Squash 'Marina di Chioggia' (Cucurbita maxima) – A productive heirloom variety with rounded green fruits and rich, sweet flesh.

Seed Quantity: 8 seeds

 

Sowing Instructions:

Sow seeds indoors from February to April in trays or pots filled with moist, well-drained compost. Scatter seeds thinly on the surface, cover lightly, and maintain a temperature of 18–22°C. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle and harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost.

 

Sow outdoors from April to June directly into well-prepared soil. Rake to a fine tilth, sow thinly in rows, and cover lightly. Water gently and keep soil moist during germination.

 

Thin or transplant seedlings to 30–80 cm apart depending on the variety. Leafy crops like lettuce and chicory can be spaced 20–30 cm apart, while larger fruiting plants like squash and aubergine need more room to thrive.

 

Most varieties prefer full sun and regular watering. Feed with a balanced organic fertiliser during the growing season to encourage strong growth and flavourful harvests. Squash and courgettes benefit from rich soil and consistent moisture, while aubergines and chillies thrive in warm, sheltered spots or greenhouses.

This collection is ideal for gardeners who love Mediterranean cooking and want to grow their own fresh ingredients. Whether you're planting in raised beds, containers, or polytunnels, these Italian favourites will bring authentic flavour and rustic charm to your summer harvest.