Product description

This hugely popular and reliable Swede 'Marian' is a gardener's favourite, particularly valued for its excellent natural resistance to common diseases like clubroot and powdery mildew. It consistently produces large, high-quality, globe-shaped roots with classic purple shoulders and a sweet-tasting, yellow flesh. Its resilience and superb flavour make it a top choice for any vegetable plot, ensuring a dependable and delicious harvest.

Sow Swede 'Marian' seeds thinly in shallow drills, directly into a well-prepared and fertile seedbed where they are to mature. Cover the seeds with a fine layer of soil and water gently. Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves and are large enough to handle, it is essential that they are thinned out. This ensures that each remaining plant has the necessary space to swell and develop into a large, healthy root.

Choose a site in full sun with rich, well-draining soil that has been cleared of large stones. After thinning, the plants should be spaced about 20-30cm apart to allow for full development. It is important to water them well, especially during dry spells, to encourage steady, even growth and prevent the roots from splitting. Keep the surrounding area free from weeds to reduce competition, helping to ensure a successful and high-quality crop.

Please Note: The image(s) shown are for illustrative purposes only. The listed number of seeds is an approximate value and packet size may vary slightly.