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Get ahead of the game and get gardening with Gro-Urban's Summer Starter Kit. Included in the Summer pack is: Cherry Tomato & Basil, Rainbow Chard, Rocket and Chillies & Marigolds. It doesn't get easier to start Gro-ing your own food and spending some quality sunshine hours in your garden. Non-GMO summer seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Included in the Summer pack is: Cherry Tomato & Basil Seed Square, Rainbow Chard Seed Square, Rocket Seed Square and Chillies & Marigolds Seed Square Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 4 x 200g Dimensions per square: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm

Join the Square Foot Gardening revolution with this awesome Spring Starter Kit. It's easy, and fun, to grow your own food with this 100% recyclable and plastic-free urban seed square. The Spring Combo is made up of 4 companion planting seed squares: Beetroot & Rocket, Radishes, Gourmet Lettuce, and Summer Flowers. Non-GMO spring seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Includes 1 x Beetroot & Rocket Seed Square, 1 x Radishes Seed Square, 1 x Gourmet Lettuce Seed Square, and 1 x S ummer Flowers Seed Square Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 4 x 200g Dimensions per square: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm

Calendula and pansy — they're easy on the eyes, as they're a delight to behold especially amid a cold snap. Combined with their ability to brighten up your day, they are also useful as a natural pest repellent. Pansies grow fast, getting to a height of around 10cm while the highly fragrant yet short-lived Calendula shoots up to 80cm. Together, they tolerate partial shade, require good soil and can get away with light weekly watering. Non-GMO calendula and pansy seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 200g Dimensions: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm Calendula: Variety: Pacific Beauty Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun or semi-shade Climate: Cool Germination: 8-10 days Harvest: Pick flowers to encourage more growth Usable parts: Leaves, flowers, petals Good companions: Kale, tomato, lettuce Bad companions: None Handy hints: Calendula blooms throughout winter into summer. Cutting flowers will encourage growth. Flowers and petals have many healing properties. Calendula is an overall defensive plant, its flowers attract beneficial insects and are beneficial to the soil Pansy: Variety: Pansy Swiss Giant Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun or semi-shade Climate: Cool & moist Germination: 10-14 days Harvest: Pick flowers to encourage more growth Usable parts: Flowers Good companions: Beneficial to all plants Bad companions: None Handy hints: Beneficial to all plants, attracting beneficial insects. Pick flowers to encourage more growth. The flower is edible and adds colour in salads

Slender green tops complemented by a dainty white bulb characterises this mild flavoured, easy-to-grow favourite. Versatile for use in pasta, salads, quiche, stir fry and soup. Rich, composted soil with partial sun leads this lovely Allium (onion family) to a delicious and abundant harvest. Non-GMO spring onion seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 200g Dimensions: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm Variety: White Lisbon Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun Climate: Cool to warm Germination: 7-14 days Harvest: 1-2 months Usable parts: Bulbs & stems Good companions: Beetroot, carrots, chamomile, cucumbers, dill, kohlrabi, lettuce, peppers, savory, strawberries, yarrow, zucchini, tomatoes, brassica Bad companions: Peas, beans Handy hints: Easy to grow. Snip and see it regrow. Leave a few to flower to attract beneficial insects

Their pretty purple and green leaves characterise these beauties, and, when ready to start fruiting, they explode in a crescendo of white, pink, or purple flowers. These relatively light feeders are the perfect vegetable for beginners to grow, they're happy in the ground, raised beds or pots. Chuck them into a pan with some lemon and garlic, sprinkle with Parmesan, and you've got a delicious and healthy dinner. Non-GMO green bean seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 200g Dimensions: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm Variety: Contender Bean (bush) Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun Climate: Warm Germination: 5-10 days Harvest: 2-4 months Usable parts: Flowers, pods & beans Good companions: Cabbages, carrots, cauliflower, cucumber, celery, lettuce, eggplant, peas, potatoes, tansy, tomatoes, spinach, radish, marigolds, sweetcorn Bad companions: Fennel, garlic, leeks, onions, shallots Handy hints: Very giving & easy to grow. The more you pick the more you get

Even though it may not look like it, this easy-going (and growing) fella is an annual plant of the daisy family. Grown for its fresh leaf vegetable, it can make any salad, wrap, sandwich or burger that much tastier and crunchier. If there was a competition for best dressed, this leafy, multi-coloured and layered plant would take first prize. The lettuce is a delight to grow, loves water and fertile soil, and it looks pretty, too. Non-GMO gourmet lettuce seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 200g Dimensions: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm Variety: Gourmet Salad Mix Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun & afternoon shade during hot months Climate: Cool and moist Germination: 7-10 days Harvest: 1-2 months Usable parts: Leaves Good companions: Asparagus, beans, beetroot, cabbage, carrots, celery, chicory, cucumber, dill, fennel, kohlrabi, leeks, mint, onions, peas, pumpkins, radish, rhubarb, strawberries, sweetcorn, tomatoes, yarrow Bad companions: Parsley, parsnip Handy hints: Can be grown all year. No need for much sunlight. Keep moist in summer

Best friends usually have something in common, and these two are no exception. Their bright colours and love of warmer weather make them the dynamic duo of the plant world. The marigold flowers aren't for eating, but the heat of the chillies makes up for that. The beauty and the bite are a must-have for all budding gardeners. Non-GMO chilli and marigold seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 200g Dimensions: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm Chilli: Variety: Cayenne Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun Climate: Hot to warm Germination: 7-25 days Harvest: 2-4 months Usable parts: Fruit Good companions: Basil, carrots, chives, garlic, leeks, marjoram, onions, oregano, tomatoes, yarrow Bad companions: Fennel, kohlrabi Handy hints: Loves warm weather. Pick more to get more Marigold: Variety: Mixed Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun Climate: Hot Germination: 5-7 days Harvest: 5-7 days Usable parts: None Good companions: Basil, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, eggplant, kale, potatoes, squash, tomatoes Bad companions: None Handy hints: Plant marigolds throughout the garden, they are an amazing pest repellent and they attract beneficial insects. Use to make insecticide sprays

This classic, aromatically complimentary combo tastes just like an Italian summer. With the tomato plant growing at its own pace into a tall and sturdy stalk and the basil into a softer and bushier plant, it's no wonder they were a match made in alfresco heaven. Try growing them together with friends like mint or marigold and, depending on your preference, you might consider adding soy sauce or salt for extra flavour in your meal. Non-GMO cherry tomato and basil seeds encased in recycled paper and coffee grounds Makes growing your own veggies and herbs from scratch easier than ever Comes with a detailed guide on how to grow these seeds Handmade from 100% recycled materials  Video Play Video Gro-Urban is a pioneer of Square Foot Gardening in South Africa. Born from a passion for gardening, an awareness of food security, and a desire to make growing your own food accessible, easy, and even educational, their Square Foot Gardening approach is ideal for everyone, even those with limited outdoor space, wanting to grow ethically and organically. Prepared by hand, and made from non-GMO seeds, handmade paper, and recycled coffee grounds, Gro-Urban seed squares make urban gardening user-friendly and fun. Specifications Weight: 200g Dimensions: 31cm x 32.5cm x 0.4cm Cherry tomatoes: Variety: Gardener's Delight Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun Climate: Warm & hot Germination: 4-7 days Harvest: 2-3 months Usable parts: Fruit Good companions: Asparagus, basil, beans, carrots, celery, chives, cucumbers, garlic, leeks, head lettuce, mint, parsley, peppers, radish Bad companions: Beetroot, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, dill, fennel, onions, parsnip, peas, potatoes, rosemary Handy hints: Loves food & water, so continuously add compost and mulch. Try to keep a single stem plant Basil: Variety: Italian Large Leaf Lifespan: Annual Sun requirements: Full sun Climate: Warm Germination: 7-14 days Harvest: 3-6 months Usable parts: Leaves Good companions: Peppers, tomatoes, marigolds, parsley, lettuce Bad companions: None Handy hints: Pinch off flowering tips & harvest regularly for a bushier, high yielding plant

Grow fresh Red Sweet Pepper at home with zero effort, no green thumb required. Just fit these seed and soil pods into your Click & Grow Indoor Smart Garden. Smart Soil plant pods use non-GMO seeds and are free of herbicides, pesticides or fungicides. And because the produce is grown right in your own home, you can rest assured that you're getting the freshest vitamin-rich food. Smart Garden uses NASA-inspired Smart Soil to make sure your plants get the optimal configuration of water, oxygen, and nutrients. Smart Soil automatically regulates pH, oxygen and humidity levels across plants' lifecycles to make sure they thrive in your indoor garden. Pack of 3 Red Sweet Pepper Seed Pods for the Click & Grow Indoor Smart Gardens Contains non-GMO Red Sweet Pepper seeds Sprouts in 1-2 weeks and reaches full size in 1-3 months Enjoy for 2-5 months Grows best at: 20-34 degrees celsius Sweet peppers originated in Central and South America thousands of years ago and have become a hugely popular ingredient in multiple cuisines Particularly rich in Vitamin A, they are a healthy option for many recipes Smart Garden Indoor Gardening Kit sold separately The Click & Grow Indoor Smart Garden is a self-watering, smart garden solution that allows you to grow your favourite herbs, veg and plants effortlessly right on your kitchen counter. Specifications Dimensions: 21cm x 8cm x 7cm Care Instructions Only the fruits of the pepper are edible, the rest of the plant is poisonous and should not be consumed

The Food Goddess's Garden Stater Kit is your ticket to garden greatness. Made from enriched super-soil and premium Heirloom seed, it's a game-changer making gardening a breeze. With water retention triple that of regular soil, easy spacing, and plant-friendly probiotics, it's your secret to thriving, flavourful harvests! Food Goddess's Garden Stater Kit Filled with everything you need to start your own patch of deliciousness Handmade from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed b'/xe2/x80/x94' the purest b'&' oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO Secret formula keeps the seed moist 3 x longer than the soil: Helps grow bigger seedlings and root systems Protects it from scorching sun Improves the taste of your harvest All parts are fully bio-degradable Perfect gift What's in the box? 4 x Mini Slab of Seed Black Krim Tomatoes Lemon Cucumber Rainbow Spinach Heart Pimento Peppers 4 x Wooden plant markers 4 x Biodegradable planting pots 1L Potting soil with added soil-biotics About Sow Delicious In 2013, Vanessa Jacobs set out to find the simplest way to grow a garden fit for a foodie, giving people the opportunity to proudly plant a garden that is Sow Delicious! She came up with the idea for the ‘Slab of Seed’ which might look like a slab of chocolate, but is made from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed – the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO. The slabs are handmade in a unique little chocolate factory in the heart of Eden in The Garden Route. Specifications Dimensions: 10cm L x 20.5cm W x 34.2cm H Weight: 1.8kg Pick for: 6+ weeks 4 x 3 block slabs b'/xe2/x80/x94' 1 block = 1 plant Made in South Africa Care Instructions How to plant: Snap the slab of seed into single blocks Before planting, soak in water until the block sinks Plant 2mm below the surface of the soil b'/xe2/x80/x94' crush the block lightly as you plant it Warranty Info This product has a shelf life of 1-year from date of production.

Dive into winter gardening bliss with this Winter Garden Starter Kit b'/xe2/x80/x94' filled to the brim with essentials for cultivating seasonal delights, it's your ticket to a bountiful harvest. Handcrafted from organically enriched super-soil and rare heirloom seeds, this kit ensures robust growth and flavourful produce. Perfect for gifting or starting your own winter wonderland! Winter Garden Stater Kit Filled with everything you need to start your own patch of deliciousness Handmade from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed b'/xe2/x80/x94' the purest b'&' oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO Secret formula keeps the seed moist 3 x longer than the soil: Helps grow bigger seedlings and root systems Protects it from scorching sun Improves the taste of your harvest All parts fully bio-degradable Perfect for gifting What's in the box? 4 x Mini Slab of Seed Lacinto Kale Greenfeast Peas Rainbow Spinach Romanesco Cauliflower 4 x Wooden plant markers 4 x Biodegradable planting pots 1L Potting soil with added soil-biotics About Sow Delicious In 2013, Vanessa Jacobs set out to find the simplest way to grow a garden fit for a foodie, giving people the opportunity to proudly plant a garden that is Sow Delicious! She came up with the idea for the ‘Slab of Seed’ which might look like a slab of chocolate, but is made from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed – the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO. The slabs are handmade in a unique little chocolate factory in the heart of Eden in The Garden Route. Specifications Dimensions: 10cm L x 20.5cm W x 34.2cm H Weight: 1.8kg Pick for: 6+ weeks 4 x 3 block slabs b'/xe2/x80/x94'1 block = 1 plant Made in South Africa Care Instructions How to plant: Snap the slab of seed into single blocks Before planting, soak in water until the block sinks Plant 2mm below the surface of the soil. Crush the block lightly as you plant it Warranty Info This product has a shelf life of 1-year from date of production.

Experience the simplicity of growing Yellow Cherry Tomatoes with this Slab of Seed! Snap off a block and plant it anywhere b'/xe2/x80/x94' in a pot or alongside other plants. Handmade from organic super-soil and rare heirloom seeds, Sow Delicious' secret formula keeps seeds moist for robust growth and flavourful harvests. Fully bio-degradable for guilt-free gardening! Slab of Seed Yellow Cherry Tomatoes Slab designed to enable you to snap a block off and plant it separately from the rest, in a pot, or alongside other plants in the ground Handmade from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed b'/xe2/x80/x94' the purest b'&' oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO Secret formula keeps the seed moist 3 x longer than the soil: Helps grow bigger seedlings and root systems Protects it from scorching sun Improves the taste of your harvest All parts fully bio-degradable Companion plants (when two plants are grown together for the benefit of one or both of those plants): basil, chives, gooseberries, lettuce, peppers, spinach This Slab of Seed will grow you: Yellow Pear Cherry Tomatoes: History: First grown in Europe in 1805 Appearance: Small 3-4cm yellow fruits in clusters on long vines Taste: Sweet and velvety Health Benefits: Rich in lutein, essential for eye health About Sow Delicious In 2013, Vanessa Jacobs set out to find the simplest way to grow a garden fit for a foodie, giving people the opportunity to proudly plant a garden that is Sow Delicious! She came up with the idea for the ‘Slab of Seed’ which might look like a slab of chocolate, but is made from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed – the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO. The slabs are handmade in a unique little chocolate factory in the heart of Eden in The Garden Route. Specifications 5-block slab 1 block yields: 100+ tomatoes Dimensions: 2cm L x 6cm W x 17.5cm H Weight: 65g Sprouts in: 14 - 16 days Harvest in: 12 - 14 weeks Pick for: 8+ weeks Full sun 6 - 10 hours Spacing: 50cm apart Watering: Daily until sprouting, then every 3 to 5 days Edible parts: Fruit Made in South Africa Care Instructions How to plant: Snap the slab of seed into single blocks Before planting, soak in water until the block sinks Plant 2mm below the surface of the soil. Crush the block lightly as you plant it Warranty Info This product has a shelf life of 1-year from date of production.

Spice up your garden with the Exotic Peppers Slab of Seed! Snap, plant, and watch these flavour-packed peppers thrive anywhere. Crafted from organic super-soil and rare heirloom seeds, the secret formula ensures big yields and bold flavours. Fully bio-degradable and perfect for pairing with coriander, cucumber, chives, spinach, and tomatoes. Grow your own gourmet feast at home! Slab of Seed Exotic Peppers Slab designed to enable you to snap a block off and plant it separately from the rest, in a pot, or alongside other plants in the ground Handmade from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed b'/xe2/x80/x94' the purest b'&' oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO Secret formula keeps the seed moist 3 x longer than the soil: Helps grow bigger seedlings and root systems Protects it from scorching sun Improves the taste of your harvest All parts fully bio-degradable Companion plants (when two plants are grown together for the benefit of one or both of those plants): coriander, cucumber, chives, spinach, tomatoes This slab of seed will grow you: Hungarian Yellow Wax Pepper: Characteristics: Long (10-15cm), sweet, yellow peppers maturing to bright red. Juicy and easy to de-seed. History: Introduced to Hungary in the 1500s by invading Turks Taste: Fresh b'&' aromatic Purple Beauty Pepper is an heirloom variety that has been passed down through generations, although its origins may be uncertain, it is believed to have been first introduced to gardening enthusiasts in the early 20th century. Purple Beauty is an heirloom bell pepper that produces blocky, glossy 7-10cm fruits that go from green to purple to nearly black, then turn red at full maturity. The taste is sweet and mild, and the texture is crunchy. They are typically picked at the purple stage and used fresh to add gorgeous color to salads and snack trays Taste: Sweet b'&' aromatic Heart Pimento Pepper, a pimento (or cherry pepper), is a variety of large, red, heart-shaped pepper that measures 7 to 10cm long and 5 to 7cm wide. This pretty pepper is most commonly used to flavour Pimento cheese and also to stuff green Manzano olives. The plants produce heavy yields of green fruits that mature to bright red. The flesh of the pimento is very thick, sweet, succulent and more aromatic than that of the red bell pepper Taste: Meaty b'&' fruity About Sow Delicious In 2013, Vanessa Jacobs set out to find the simplest way to grow a garden fit for a foodie, giving people the opportunity to proudly plant a garden that is Sow Delicious! She came up with the idea for the ‘Slab of Seed’ which might look like a slab of chocolate, but is made from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed – the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO. The slabs are handmade in a unique little chocolate factory in the heart of Eden in The Garden Route. Specifications Dimensions: 8cm L x 20cm W x 2cm H Weight: 100g 12-block slab 1 block yields: 6+ Peppers Sprouts in: 18 - 20 days Harvest in: 10 - 12 weeks Pick for: 4+ weeks Full sun 6 - 10 hours Spacing: 40cm apart Watering: Daily until sprouting, then every 5 to 7 days Edible parts: Fruit Made in South Africa Care Instructions How to plant: Snap the slab of seed into single blocks Before planting, soak in water until the block sinks Plant 2mm below the surface of the soil. Crush the block lightly as you plant it Warranty Info This product has a shelf life of 1-year from date of production.

Unlock the secret to a bountiful, delicious harvest with this Pure Buttery Brinjal Slab. This handcrafted, organic seed block is designed to make gardening easier and more sustainable. Simply snap off a block, plant, and watch your seedlings thrive with a super-soil blend that keeps moisture in and the sun out. Plus, with companion plants like lettuce, peppers, and tomatoes, your garden will flourish. Slab of Seed Pure Buttery Brinjal Slab designed to enable you to snap a block off and plant it separately from the rest, in a pot, or alongside other plants in the ground Handmade from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed (the purest b'&' oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO) Secret formula keeps the seed moist 3x longer than the soil: Helps grow bigger seedlings and root systems Protects it from the scorching sun Improves the taste of your harvest All parts are fully bio-degradable and made in South Africa Companion plants (when two plants are grown together for the benefit of one or both of those plants): Lettuce, peppers, spinach, thyme, tomatoes Eggplant/Brinjal: Pandora Striped Rose eggplants are a striking light pink colour with white stripes. They are teardrop-shaped and typically grow to be 10 - 15cmb'/xe2/x80/x9a' long with no thorns. Each plant has productive yields. This variety of eggplants is believed to be a part of the lineage related to the small teardrop multi-coloured varieties of India. Trade routes would then transport earlier cultivars to Europe and the New World, where improved selections would be cultivated. They have tender flesh with a creamy texture, and mild flavour devoid of bitterness. Tasting note: Buttery b'&' tender About Sow Delicious In 2013, Vanessa Jacobs set out to find the simplest way to grow a garden fit for a foodie, giving people the opportunity to proudly plant a garden that is Sow Delicious! She came up with the idea for the ‘Slab of Seed’ which might look like a slab of chocolate, but is made from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed – the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO. The slabs are handmade in a unique little chocolate factory in the heart of Eden in The Garden Route. Specifications Dimensions: 6cm L x 17.5cm W x 2cm H Weight: 65g 5-block slab 1 block yields: 6 + Brinjal Sprouts in: 12 - 15 days Harvest in: 14 - 16 weeks Pick for: 4+ weeks Full sun 8 - 10 hours Spacing: 50cm apart Watering: Daily until sprouting, then every 3 to 4 days Care Instructions How to plant: Snap the slab of seed into single blocks Before planting, soak in water until the block sinks Plant 2mm below the surface of the soil. Crush the block lightly as you plant it Warranty Info This product has a shelf life of 1-year from date of production.