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2 Facts <strong>Semenarna</strong> Ljubljana<br />
SEMENARNA<br />
Ljubljana is a<br />
leading Slovenian<br />
development and production<br />
commercial seed company<br />
We are developing our own seed products which are being marketed under our own trademarks.<br />
In the selection and testing centre, we are performing the maintenance selection, as well as the<br />
vegetable and crop seeds breeding. Thus, we are also taking care of the preservation of the landrace<br />
seeds. We are the owners of our own modern quality control laboratory with the international<br />
ISTA accreditation. Care for the quality of the products and services have always been the leading<br />
principle of the more than a 100-year-old tradition of the company.<br />
With our own trademarks and the representation of various product groups, we are satisfying<br />
the requirements of farmers, gardeners and professional growers. We are offering quality,<br />
environmentally friendly products and services for the field, garden, and home with which we<br />
are offering our customers various possibilities of free time use in a natural and healthy living<br />
environment.<br />
With the existent suppliers and customers, we are co-operating as a reliable business partner.<br />
In the last years, we have been intensively expanding our export business operations. That is, we<br />
have been exporting to the countries of Eastern and Western Europe, besides the exporting to the<br />
neighbouring countries. The investments into the modern logistics centre have been a step further to<br />
the future development of the wholesale network which we have taken.<br />
SEMENARNA Ljubljana<br />
is a trademark of all seed<br />
products: seeds of vegetables<br />
and flowers, field crops,<br />
lawn mixtures, and seed potato.<br />
Valentin<br />
is a trademark of seed vegetable&flower seed<br />
pockets, flower bulbs and<br />
roses, as well as products which<br />
are necessary for a tidy garden<br />
and healthy plants in our home.<br />
BioValentin<br />
is a trademark<br />
of organic products.<br />
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In SEMENARNA<br />
Ljubljana,<br />
we are taking care<br />
of the quality of<br />
the seeds,<br />
varieties,<br />
and products.<br />
<strong>Semenarna</strong> Ljubljana<br />
ENSURING THE PRODUCT QUALITY<br />
3 Facts<br />
With each product, we are striving towards drawing nearer to our<br />
customer and satisfying their wishes. Certainly, the product must<br />
be produced in accordance with the international standards.<br />
ASSURING THE QUALITY OF VARIETY<br />
In SEMENARNA Ljubljana, we are maintaining different varieties<br />
of vegetable; for our Region. For 52 varieties of vegetable,<br />
we are cultivating the BASIC SEEDS in Ptuj. Out of these basic<br />
seeds, we are multiplying the commercial seeds and sell<br />
them under our trademarks all over Europe. In this way, we are<br />
preserving the varieties which are typical of our climate and<br />
dietary habits. With this, we are also contributing to the wealth<br />
of the Slovenian genetic vegetable material. All the varieties<br />
which are specific for the Region are ALIVE. This means that<br />
the people are sowing them, as well as cultivating and eating<br />
them.<br />
Seed cultivation (Slovenia, Europe, The World)<br />
The commercial seeds which we are packing into our seed<br />
packings, are being cultivated out of our own basic seeds<br />
under a strict supervision in Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, and<br />
around Europe (especially in Germany, France, and Italy).<br />
Purchase of seeds in the world-recognised seed<br />
companies<br />
For achieving a good offer, we are also buying seeds from the<br />
world-recognised seed companies.<br />
ASSURING THE SEED QUALITY<br />
Laboratory for the examination of seed quality of<br />
SEMENARNA Ljubljana<br />
• Founded in 1952.<br />
• Quality analyses are performed according to the ISTA procedures.<br />
• From 2002, the laboratory is a full member of ISTA.<br />
• In 2005, we have gained international accreditation (analyses,<br />
valid throughout the world!).<br />
A specimen of each sampled seed lot which we receive is first<br />
analysed by our own, ISTA-accredited laboratory. We examine<br />
the germination, health state, moisture, and purity of the seeds.<br />
If the seeds are meeting the international norms, we start packing<br />
it.<br />
Quality of seed processing<br />
For ensuring the seed quality, the seed processing (adequate<br />
cleaning and drying) is extremely important, as well as optimal<br />
storage (adequate temperature and moisture). This is taken care<br />
of by the machines in the warehouse of SEMENARNA Ljubljana.<br />
For a good seed product, the following needs to be<br />
taken care of:<br />
• a well-organised record or traceability,<br />
• quality package on modern and precise packing machines.<br />
All the seeds are being packed in SEMENARNA Ljubljana. It<br />
is extremely important that the hermetic packing of seeds (it<br />
enables the germination ability for a longer period of time),<br />
precise dosage of an optimum seed quantity, quality package<br />
closing so that the seeds do not strew around, a clear stamp<br />
(legible and clear data about the seed quality), and adequately<br />
marked transport cardboard boxes are provided for.<br />
With the following, we are providing our customers<br />
with an interesting and quality seed product:<br />
• a nice and modern design of the product (following the European<br />
trends, unique and recognisable),<br />
• equipment of the product (exhaustive instructions, good and<br />
nice photos, following the Slovenian and European standards,<br />
as well as the law),<br />
• quality package (quality paper, inner pocket).<br />
Quality control in the field and OPEN DAYS<br />
A specimen of each sampled seed lot is sown on our test field<br />
in Ptuj and is being monitored throughout its growing period.<br />
In this way, the quality of seed varieties is being examined.<br />
Thus, we are annually organising the open days in Ptuj where<br />
the visitors and us can check out the vegetables and flowers<br />
which have grown out of the seeds which are being sold in our<br />
seed packages. Moreover, the visitors are informed of the novelties<br />
and characteristics of the varieties, vegetables, and the<br />
cultivation of the vegetables, of mixed crops, fertilisation, protection<br />
against diseases and pests, as well as of the contents<br />
of nutritional substances. In short, the visitors can learn all<br />
they want to learn about a certain plant.<br />
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4 Vegetable Brassicas<br />
Broccoli<br />
Cauliflower<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 250-300<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.3 kg/ha = 3 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
0.5-1.2 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-April (UNDER GLASS);<br />
June-July (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time:<br />
Planting distance:<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
April-May; July-August (30-35 days after sowing)<br />
50 x 60 cm<br />
May-October<br />
Dwarf beans, celery, tomato, California bluebell<br />
Few calorific substances, folic acid, 14 different minerals<br />
and microelements, 18 different amino acids.<br />
Drains water from the body, helps losing weight, helps with<br />
kidney and bladder problems, important for cell growth and<br />
renewal, stimulates blood creation, strengthens the immune<br />
system and prevents infections, lowers blood pressure.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 330-400<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.3 kg/ha = 3 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION); 0.5-0.7 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-April (UNDER GLASS); June-July (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time: April-May; July-August (30-35 days after sowing)<br />
Planting distance:<br />
50 x 60 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
July-October<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Dwarf beans, celery, tomato, California bluebell<br />
Content:<br />
Magnesium, potassium, vitamin A and C, fibrins<br />
Therapeutic effects: Prevents infections and strengthens the immune system, stimulates and improves digestion and metabolism,<br />
relaxes, strengthens the heart and veins, helps with nervousness, irritability and sleep problems.<br />
Cabbage<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 200-300<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.3 kg/ha = 3 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION); 0.4-0.6 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-April (UNDER GLASS); May-July (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time: April-May; July-August (30-35 days after sowing)<br />
Planting distance:<br />
50 x 60 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
June-October<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Peas, cucumbers, carrot, California bluebell, beetroot, lettuce, celery, spinach, tomato,<br />
potato, endive, leek, chard, camomile, cumin, dill<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Brussels sprouts<br />
Great amounts of water and fibrins, all vitamins of group B, vitamin C, manganese, selenium, zinc.<br />
Helps losing weight, stimulates blood as well as skin and hair pigment creation, strengthens<br />
the immune system and prevents infections, improves the concentration ability,<br />
relaxes and relieves, helps improving sexual desire.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 220-330<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.3 kg/ha = 3 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION); 0.5-0.7 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-April (UNDER GLASS); May (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time: April-may; July-August (30-35 days after sowing)<br />
Planting distance:<br />
50 x 50 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
October-February<br />
Content:<br />
Easily digestible proteins, carotene, thiamine (vitamin B1), folic acid, vitamin C, manganese,<br />
potassium, fibrins.<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Takes care of mental freshness and concentration, helps dealing with tiredness and improves the<br />
vitality of the body, helps losing weight and drains water from the body, cleanses intestines and<br />
prevents or diminishes constipation, strengthens the immune system, stimulates cell growth and<br />
takes care of strong connective tissues, makes hair shiny and skin soft.<br />
3 - Cauliflower<br />
Erfurter<br />
Medium-late variety<br />
(100-105 days) with<br />
white, round florets. The<br />
head requires shading<br />
(cover head with removed<br />
leaves or wrap leaves over<br />
head). Plant lettuce, celery<br />
and radish between cauliflowers.<br />
10 - Cauliflower<br />
Snowball<br />
Mid late variety (105-115<br />
days) with white round<br />
curds.<br />
11 - Cauliflower<br />
Fremont F1<br />
Medium-early EUROPEAN<br />
hybrid (approximately 104<br />
days after potting-up) with<br />
white, round and compact<br />
flowers. Lettuce, celery<br />
and radish should be<br />
planted with cauliflower.<br />
13 - Broccoli<br />
Corvet F1<br />
A greyish-green flower<br />
(floral sprouts) forms in<br />
103 days after transplanting.<br />
When the main flower<br />
is cut off, smaller side<br />
flowers will start to grow.<br />
35 - Cabbage<br />
Tucana F1<br />
Very early hybrid (60<br />
days). The round heads<br />
(1,5-2 kg) are for fresh<br />
consumption.<br />
31 - Cabbage Ditmar<br />
Early variety (70-75 days).<br />
Flattened-round, yellowgreen<br />
heads (0.5-1 kg)<br />
can be used fresh. Good<br />
neighbours: tomato and<br />
celery, since they ward<br />
off cabbage blight, and<br />
camomile and cumin to<br />
improve aroma.<br />
42 - Cabbage Slava<br />
Medium-early variety<br />
(90-100 days). Roundflat<br />
yellow-green heads<br />
can be used fresh and for<br />
processing. Good neighbours:<br />
tomato, celery,<br />
camomile and cumin.<br />
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56 - Cabbage Futoško<br />
Mid late variety (95-100<br />
days) for fresh market and<br />
processing. The heads are<br />
flat round and firm.<br />
101 - Savoy Cabbage<br />
Eisenkopf<br />
Brassicas<br />
Mid early variety for autumn<br />
production. The heads are<br />
flat round, yellow green for<br />
fresh market.<br />
5 Vegetable<br />
122 - Brussels<br />
Sprouts Lunet<br />
F1<br />
Early hybrid for autumn<br />
and winter production.<br />
Has round and firm<br />
bright green sprouts tasty<br />
sprouts that can be used<br />
fresh or frozen.<br />
34 - Cabbage Atria F1<br />
Medium-late European<br />
hybrid (145 days). Flattened,<br />
round greyishgreen<br />
heads, weighing 4-8<br />
kg are suitable for fresh<br />
consumption, processing<br />
and storage.<br />
114 - Kale (Savoy<br />
cabbage)<br />
Vertus 2<br />
Late kale (150 days). Flatround<br />
blue-green head is<br />
ideal for fresh use and storage.<br />
Autumn and over wintering<br />
variety.<br />
120 - Brussels<br />
Sprouts<br />
Long Island<br />
Late variety that develops<br />
large, round and firm<br />
sprouts. Frost-resistant.<br />
High-quality: rich in nutrients,<br />
tasty and hardy, and<br />
excellent for freezing.<br />
47 - Cabbage<br />
Varaždinsko<br />
Mid late variety (105-115<br />
days) excellent for processing<br />
and storage. The<br />
heads are flat round, yellow<br />
green, firm with THIN<br />
LEAVES.<br />
115 - Curly Cale<br />
Halbhoher Gruner<br />
Krauser<br />
Green finely curled leaves<br />
are rich supply of greens<br />
during the winter!<br />
69 - Cabbage<br />
Ljubljansko<br />
Mid late variety (105<br />
days) excellent for salat,<br />
processing and storage.<br />
The heads (4 kg) are flat<br />
round, bright green with<br />
THIN AND TASTY LEAVES.<br />
72 - Red Cabbage<br />
Topas<br />
Mid early variety (80-90<br />
days) for fresh market.<br />
The heads are round with<br />
good red color.<br />
79 - Red Cabbage<br />
Langedijker<br />
Bewaar 2<br />
Late variety (120-125<br />
days). Elongated round,<br />
violet-red heads are ideal<br />
for fresh use and storing.<br />
71 - Chinese<br />
cabbage,<br />
Nagaoka F1<br />
In 60-65 days, it grows<br />
compact, upright and wide<br />
heads. Demands warm<br />
autums.<br />
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6 Vegetable Root vegetables<br />
Kohlrabi<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 250-330<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.4-0.6 kg/ha = 4-6 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
0.8-1 kg/ha = 8-10 g/100 m 2 (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
February-March (UNDER GLASS); April-July (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time: April-August (30-35 days after sowing)<br />
Planting distance:<br />
25 x 30 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
May-November<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Beans, peas, leek, beetroot, lettuce, spinach, tomato,<br />
celery, radish, potato.<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Carrot<br />
Great amounts of minerals (iron, magnesium, manganese and<br />
potassium), vitamin B6, niacin, pantothetic acid, vitamin C.<br />
Takes care of healthy skin and hair, strengthens the immune<br />
system, stimulates and improves vitality, strengthens<br />
the heart, drains water from the body.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 550-1200<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 3.5 kg/ha; 40-60 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
20-30 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
February-June<br />
Planting distance:<br />
4-6 x 25-35 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
June-November<br />
Content:<br />
Beta-carotene (vitamin A), selenium<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Dill, endive, peas, garlic, cabbage, cress, leek, radishes,<br />
lettuce, chive, tomato, onion, chard.<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Parsley<br />
Protects against free radicals and other harmful substances,<br />
strengthens all mucous membranes in the body, has<br />
rejuvenating effects and prevents the processes of ageing<br />
from progressing, improves the eyesight, strengthens the<br />
heart and veins, stimulates fingernail and hair growth,<br />
takes care of healthy skin, stimulates sperm creation.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 700-900<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 3-5 kg/ha; 80-100 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
20-30 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
February-June; in small pots throughout the year<br />
Planting distance:<br />
10 x 20-30 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
May-December (in a small pot throughout the year)<br />
Therapeutic effects: Improves appetite, regulates digestion, relieves spasms<br />
in digestive organs and relaxes the nerves, regulates<br />
blood circulation, helps treating rheumatism and cellulite<br />
problems<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Sow 0,5 cm deep.<br />
1<strong>36</strong> - Kohlrabi<br />
Di Vienna bianco<br />
Early, matures 38-40 days<br />
after transplanting. Tasty<br />
flattened-round to round<br />
and white-green bulbs.<br />
Young leaves can be cooked<br />
like spinach.<br />
138 - Kohlrabi Purple<br />
Vienna<br />
Early variety for outdoor production<br />
in spring.<br />
161 - Rutabaga<br />
“ Rumena<br />
Maslena”<br />
For autumn production.<br />
171 - Rutabaga<br />
Hofman’s Gelbe<br />
For autumn production.<br />
166 - Turnip „Kranjska<br />
okrogla„<br />
Early Slovenian variety for<br />
processing. Flat round root<br />
with purple top.<br />
167 - Turnip “Kranjska<br />
podolgovata”<br />
Slovenian variety. Excellent<br />
taste; ideal for processing.<br />
168 - Turnip Purple Top<br />
White Globe<br />
Turnip is elongated round,<br />
white with a red-violet head.<br />
An early variety with rapid<br />
growth, ideal mainly for<br />
fresh use.<br />
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169 - Turnip Mezza<br />
Lunga Bianca<br />
Colleto Viola<br />
Foglia<br />
Frastagliata<br />
It is oblong variety with<br />
purple top. It thrives well<br />
in any soil which has<br />
enough moisture.<br />
Root vegetables<br />
SOWING OUTDOOR<br />
7 Vegetable<br />
The garden soil must be fine, airy, of a fine structure, evenly moist and fertilised. A good soil preparation will repay!<br />
Sowing should always be done at the appropriate time. Sowing dates are stated on the seed pockets. However, if the weather is not<br />
favourable, these dates are useless. Impatient gardeners, who sow in a cold soil which is too moist, are usually disappointed. We<br />
should consider a simple guideline: for successful germination and growth, the plants need warmth and moisture!<br />
We should sow the seed, slightly cover it with soil, and press it into the soil. Regular watering is very important. Usually, we blame<br />
the seed for being of a bad quality when it does not germinate, but we are the ones who forgot to water it regularly.<br />
Another advice: do not sow too densely because then the plants do not get enough air, water and nutritional substances which<br />
causes them to grow poorly.<br />
180 - Carrot<br />
Amsterdam 2<br />
Very early (85 days),<br />
develops small (13-16<br />
cm), orange-red carrots.<br />
Should grow in mixed crop<br />
with onion, since they<br />
protect each other from<br />
pests.<br />
214 - Parsley<br />
Mosskrause 2<br />
A selection with fine<br />
curled, green leaves.<br />
211 - Parsley<br />
Halblange<br />
Use aromatic green, slightly<br />
shiny leaves and aromatic<br />
roots, which are thick,<br />
smooth and pointed. Rich<br />
in anti-oxidants, vitamin C,<br />
carotenes, folic acid, iron<br />
and potassium.<br />
189 - Carrot Nantaise<br />
amelioree 2<br />
Medium-early variety (approx.<br />
100 days). Orangered<br />
tasty carrots should<br />
grow in mixed crops with<br />
onions or leeks. Carrots<br />
contain large quantities<br />
of the vegetable colouring<br />
beta-carotene (vitamin A)<br />
and selenium.<br />
213 - Parsley<br />
Commun 2<br />
Has smooth dark-green<br />
aromatic leaves. Cut leaves<br />
in time to ensure minimum<br />
stem content. Sow<br />
each year in a different<br />
place. Can be cultivated<br />
in pots on balconies<br />
and windowsills.<br />
A TIMELY AND PROPER<br />
SOWING<br />
For a successful germination seed needs moisture,<br />
warmth, and air.<br />
Sowing should be done at the appropriate time.<br />
Seed of each vegetable has special needs which<br />
must be taken into consideration. The typical mistakes<br />
which are made when sowing are: sowing in-<br />
to an unprepared/badly prepared soil, sowing too<br />
deep or too shallow, the soil is too dry or too moist,<br />
the seed from home stocks can be old and does not<br />
germinate as it should, the fact that some vegeta-<br />
bles germinate for a very long time (e.g., a carrot<br />
needs up to a month to germinate) is not taken into<br />
consideration.<br />
We must always choose the right density of plants<br />
- planting distance (usually, we sow densely in<br />
lines and later on we have to thin out; the densi-<br />
ties are stated on the seed pockets and in various<br />
literature on vegetables and flowers; the proper<br />
density is also determined on the basis of our experience).<br />
198 - Carrot<br />
Flakkee 3<br />
Late variety (130 days).<br />
Large (24-28 cm), red<br />
carrots excellent for<br />
storing.<br />
199 - Carrot<br />
“ Ljubljansko<br />
Rumeno”<br />
Late maturing variety for<br />
fresh market, storage and<br />
feed of domestic animals.<br />
Big (30 cm) yellow<br />
carrots. Improves<br />
flavor of soups!<br />
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8 Vegetable<br />
Root vegetables<br />
Celery<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 2,000-3,300<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.03-0.1 kg/ha = 1 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVA-<br />
TION); 1.5 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
20-25 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-April (UNDER GLASS); May (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time: May-June<br />
Planting distance:<br />
25-30 x 25-30 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
September-November<br />
Content:<br />
Essential oils, vitamins B<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Beans, peas, brassicas (especially cauliflower), leek,<br />
spinach, tomato, cucumbers, camomile<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Beetroot<br />
Has antibacterial and antifungal effects, eliminates digestive<br />
problems, eliminates intestine laziness, disinfects the mucous<br />
membrane, heals bladder infections and weakness, stimulates<br />
the excretion of digestive juices from the mucous membrane<br />
of the stomach, drains water from the body and helps losing<br />
weight, strengthens the nervous system and soothes nerve<br />
problems, takes care of healthy skin, eyes and hair.<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 12-20 kg/ha; 150-200 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
Sowing time:<br />
Planting distance:<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Content:<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Radish<br />
15 days<br />
April-June<br />
15 x 30 cm<br />
July-October<br />
Silicon, folic acid, betanin pigment (excretes with urine!)<br />
Beans, brassicas, kohlrabi, garlic, onion, pumpkins, marrows<br />
and squash, cucumbers, summer savoury, dill and cumin.<br />
Builds connective tissues, has a positive effect on our wellbeing<br />
(contributes to the feeling of happiness, optimism,<br />
and courage), firms the skin, fingernails and hair, as well<br />
as makes them shiny, neutralises and eliminates toxic<br />
substances, stimulates cell growth, stimulates the creation<br />
of red blood cells with which it improves the oxygen supply<br />
of the cells, drains water and acids from the body, detoxicates<br />
the intestines and diminishes constipation.<br />
Young plants can be transplanted or cooked as vegetables<br />
on butter. From September onwards, before the<br />
cold, beetroot should be carefully plucked and stored in<br />
the basement in moist sand with some leaf stems on. If<br />
cooked, it can be preserved in vinegar or frozen in slices.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 100-160<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 50-80 kg/ha; 180-250 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
15 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
January-April (HEATED GREENHOUSE), April-September<br />
(OUTDOOR)<br />
Planting distance:<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
5 x 15 cm<br />
March-November<br />
Beans, carrot, cress, lettuce, tomato, spinach, chard,<br />
brassicas, kohlrabi, peas, cress.<br />
Mustard oils, fibrins, folic acid, vitamin C, selenium.<br />
It disinfects mucous membranes, prevents infections and<br />
strengthens the immune system, protects the cells against<br />
free radicals, is used as prevention against gallstones, as<br />
well as against kidney and bladder stones, helps with constipation<br />
and flatulence, lowers the quantity of fat and sugar in<br />
blood, stimulates the nervous system and the brain, provides<br />
nutritional substances for blood creation and cell growth.<br />
Moist soil prevents hollowness, “lignification” and averts<br />
pests. Radish does well in mixed crops, e.g., with a lettuce,<br />
carrot, and cress, for garden bed borders and marked sowing<br />
(with the carrot).<br />
CROP ROTATION<br />
225 - Celeriac Giant<br />
Prague<br />
The large bulbs are round<br />
to flattened-round. The<br />
flesh is creamy white and<br />
tasty. Use the leaves and<br />
bulbs. Can also be planted<br />
on the edge of cucumber<br />
beds.<br />
CROP ROTATION IS ALTERNATING VEGETABLES IN TIME<br />
SEQUENCES DURING A PERIOD OF SEVERAL YEARS.<br />
With it, soil fertility and the health of our garden is<br />
being preserved. In our home garden where there are<br />
numerous vegetables and flowers planted on a smaller<br />
area, we must rotate crops carefully and according to<br />
the plan we have made. When rotating crops, the following<br />
things should be taken into consideration: how<br />
demanding certain vegetables are as to the usage of<br />
nutritional substances from the soil (i.e., how heavily<br />
certain vegetables exhaust the soil), how they are<br />
affected by pests and diseases, how the vegetables<br />
get along with each other (good neighbours vs. bad<br />
neighbours) and how a certain vegetable gets along<br />
with itself on the same garden bed (e.g., parsley<br />
does not get along with itself so we must sow it on a<br />
different garden bed every year, while a tomato prefers<br />
growing on the same garden bed every year).<br />
In the rough, the vegetables are distributed according<br />
to their nutritional needs into three groups. In<br />
the first group, there are very demanding vegetables<br />
which need a lot of nutritional substances. Thus,<br />
the garden beds in which they will grow well should<br />
be well fertilised with solid dung or compost. These<br />
vegetables are: almost all brassicas, cucumbers, marrows,<br />
pumpkins, tomato, potato, leek, and celery. In<br />
the second group, there belong demanding vegetables<br />
which are the onion, garlic, carrot, beetroot, lettuce,<br />
spinach, radishes, kohlrabi, pepper, melons, and sweet<br />
corn. These vegetables need compost, particularly.<br />
In the third group, there are modest vegetables like<br />
beans, peas, corn salad, and most aromatic plants.<br />
These should be fertilised extremely modestly.<br />
257 - Beetroot<br />
Agyptische<br />
Plattrunde<br />
Mid-early variety with<br />
flattened-globe, dark red<br />
root.<br />
<strong>26</strong>0 - Beetroot<br />
Detroit 2<br />
Mid-early variety with dark<br />
red root for fresh market.<br />
<strong>26</strong>2 - Beetroot<br />
Bikores<br />
Medium-early, upright,<br />
round, distinctly dark-red<br />
beet for fresh use, preserving<br />
and storing. Raw<br />
beetroot juice is healthy!<br />
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<strong>26</strong>6 - Beetroot<br />
Cylindra<br />
Elongated beet with darkred<br />
flesh. High yields! You<br />
can also use the leaves,<br />
which are as rich as the<br />
bulbs.<br />
Root vegetables<br />
339 - Radish Runder<br />
Schwarzer<br />
Winter<br />
Black, flat-round radish<br />
with white meat and a<br />
pleasant, sharp taste.<br />
Stores well. Radish is<br />
healthy; rich in vitamin C<br />
and mustard oils.<br />
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340 - Radish<br />
Hlablanger<br />
Weiser Sommer<br />
Early summer radish with<br />
white root and white flesh.<br />
To be consumed already 7<br />
weeks after sowing. To be<br />
tasted with beer!<br />
272 - Parsnip Halflong<br />
Long, pointed white root can<br />
be dug up all winter. Light<br />
yellow to white flesh is highly<br />
aromatic. Aromatic green<br />
leaves can also be used.<br />
FERTILISING<br />
The most important thing in the garden is maintaining the soil fertility. MICRO ORGANISMS IN THE SOIL ARE THOSE<br />
WHO ARE CREATING A FERTILE SOIL. From a fertile soil which is rich in nutritional substances, the plants receive<br />
enough “food” and are thus strong and healthy enough to defy stresses, such as adverse weather conditions, pests<br />
and disease attacks, more efficiently. We are trying to do our best to protect our gardens from adverse stresses and if<br />
it does come to some, we make sure the plant is healthy and strong enough to defy them.<br />
Very good fertilisers are Valentin fertilisers (see page 60 in this catalogue).<br />
297 - Radish Saxa 3<br />
Early radishes are large,<br />
flattened-round to round<br />
with a scarlet-red colour.<br />
Good neighbours are cress,<br />
beans, tomatoes, spinach,<br />
cabbage and carrots.<br />
314 - Radish<br />
Eiszapfen<br />
Early variety for greenhouse<br />
and outdoor production of<br />
long white radishes.<br />
288 - Radish Non plus<br />
Ultra<br />
Early radishes with a scarlet-red<br />
colour.<br />
315 - Radish<br />
Lanquette<br />
It is for greenhouse, tunnel and<br />
outdoor production. Early AT-<br />
TRACTIVE radish; ripens 35-50<br />
days after sowing. The tasty oblong<br />
radishes are light red with<br />
white ends. Radishes contain a<br />
large quantity of mineral salts<br />
(Ca, K, Na, Mg) and vitamin C.<br />
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10 Vegetable Leaf vegetable<br />
Lettuce<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 700-1000<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.5 kg/ha; 5-10 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
0.6-1 kg/ha; 15-25 g/100 m 2 (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
7-10 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
February-April (UNDER GLASS);<br />
April-June (OUTDOOR)<br />
Transplanting time:<br />
Planting distance:<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Chicory<br />
April-July; August-September (winter lettuces)<br />
25-30 x 30 cm<br />
June-August; March-May (winter lettuces)<br />
Beans, fennel, peas, cucumbers, kohlrabi, radishes,<br />
beetroot, spinach, tomato<br />
Water, fibrins, magnesium, red-leaf lettuce contains<br />
carotenes and folic acid<br />
Protects the cells from toxic substances such as free radicals,<br />
increases the inflow of oxygen into the cells, improves<br />
the digestion of proteins, strengthens the nervous system<br />
and helps with tiredness, strengthens the immune system.<br />
It should never be planted too deep and the roots<br />
should not be bended.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 600-900<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 8-10 kg/ha; 15 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
7-10 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-August (for cutting); 21.06.-10.07. (chicory for heads)<br />
Transplanting time: July-August<br />
Planting distance:<br />
30 x 40 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
May-November (for cutting); September-February<br />
(chicory for heads)<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Tomato, pole bean, carrot, lettuce<br />
Chicories for cutting fresh leaves (Zuccherina Di<br />
Trieste, Verona, Rossa di Trevisio 2, Catalogna a foglia<br />
frastagliata) are sown from March until August. When the<br />
plants reach 15-20 cm in height, they can be cut. If we<br />
have sown in July and August, thinned them out to 5-8<br />
cm, the chicory will form tasty rosettes - heads in spring.<br />
Chicories or Radicchios which form the heads in autumn<br />
(Palla Rossa 2, Pan Di Zucchero and Castelfranco)<br />
or in spring after they overwintering (Verona, Rossa di<br />
Treviso 2, Bianca di Milano, Palla Rossa 4, Palla Invernale)<br />
are sown after 21st June, after the longest day,<br />
until around 10th of July.<br />
“Witloof” chicories (Verona, Rossa di Treviso 2, Castelfranco)<br />
are sown in rows in the first half of May.<br />
359 - Lettuce Leda<br />
Summer iceberg lettuce<br />
that tolerates heat well.<br />
Heads are large and compact.<br />
Leaves are bright yellow,<br />
with crinkled, serrated<br />
edges. Good neighbours:<br />
radish, kohlrabi, celery, tomato,<br />
leek.<br />
<strong>36</strong>1 - Lettuce<br />
“ Dalmatinska<br />
Ledenka”<br />
Iceberg lettuce for spring<br />
and summer outdoor production.<br />
Head dark green<br />
with excellent quality.<br />
370 - Lettuce Unicum<br />
Summer iceberg lettuce<br />
that tolerates heat well.<br />
Heads are large, firm and<br />
very TASTY. Leaves are<br />
dark-green with brown-red<br />
patches.<br />
380 - Lettuce Great<br />
lakes 118<br />
Summer iceberg lettuce.<br />
Large heads are firm with<br />
dark green, serrated leaves.<br />
Suitable for transport.<br />
381 - Lettuce<br />
Amerikanischer<br />
Brauner<br />
Leaf lettuce for spring outdoor<br />
production. Head<br />
brown-red crispy and curled.<br />
Not for transport!<br />
355 - Lettuce<br />
Attraction<br />
Early BUTTERHEAD variety<br />
for spring and summer<br />
outdoor production. Good<br />
for transportation.<br />
356 - Lettuce<br />
“Braziljanka”<br />
Iceberg lettuce for spring<br />
and summer outdoor<br />
production. Head yellow-green<br />
with excellent<br />
quality.<br />
415 - Leaf Lettuce<br />
Leaf lettuce for outdoor production.<br />
379 - Lettuce<br />
May King<br />
Early BUTTERHEAD variety<br />
that also tolerates less<br />
favourable growing conditions.<br />
Use also for greenhouse<br />
cultivation. Large<br />
head is firm and well<br />
closed. Large and highquality<br />
crop.<br />
358 - Lettuce<br />
“ Ljubljanska<br />
Ledenka”<br />
Iceberg lettuce for spring<br />
and summer outdoor<br />
production. Head yellow-green<br />
with excellent<br />
quality.<br />
414 - Lettuce Lollo<br />
Rossa & Lollo<br />
Bionda<br />
Loosesleaf Italian type.<br />
Plants form compact mound<br />
of deeply curled, jade-green<br />
and deep maroon-red crisp<br />
leaves. Days to maturity:<br />
45-70. Easy to grow.<br />
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400 - Lettuce Bistra<br />
Slovenian ICEBERG variety<br />
mainly for spring and summer<br />
outdoor production.<br />
In warm region it also over<br />
winters! Heads tasty and<br />
light green color.<br />
Leaf vegetable<br />
425 - Chicory<br />
(Raddichio)<br />
Bianca Invernale<br />
Days of germination: 5-14.<br />
Overwintering variety.<br />
Dense green heads.<br />
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420 - Chicory Rossa di<br />
Treviso 2<br />
Over wintering variety, that<br />
forms small red tasty heads.<br />
396 - Solata<br />
Winter<br />
Buterkopf<br />
(Nansen)<br />
This is WINTER butterhead<br />
lettuce with yellow-green<br />
heads for outdoor production.<br />
During the winter<br />
needs protection.<br />
419 - Chicory<br />
Castelfranco<br />
For autumn production of<br />
dense green heads with<br />
red dots. Very tasty.<br />
421 - Chicory<br />
(Radicchio)<br />
Verona<br />
In autumn and spring the<br />
green leaves form a pointed<br />
red head with a slightly bitter<br />
taste. Overwintering radicchio!<br />
397 - Lettuce Brune<br />
d’hiver<br />
Overwintering BUTTER-<br />
HEAD variety for spring<br />
glass and outdoor production.<br />
Heads are brown red.<br />
418 - Chicory<br />
(Radicchio)<br />
Pan di Zucchero<br />
Autumn raddichio with<br />
compact heads, that have<br />
an excellent and slightly<br />
bitter taste.<br />
424 - Chicory<br />
Zuccherina Di<br />
Trieste<br />
Overwintering cutting variety<br />
with green tasty leaves. In<br />
spring forms little heads.<br />
398 - Lettuce<br />
Posavka<br />
Overwintering ICEBERG<br />
variety for spring outdoor<br />
production. Heads tasty<br />
and yellow green.<br />
422 - Chicory<br />
(Raddichio)<br />
Bianca di Milano<br />
Autumn fast growing variety.<br />
Dense green heads.<br />
428 - Chicory Catalogna<br />
a foglie frastagliate<br />
Erect chicory plant with elongated,<br />
very serrated, glossy<br />
green leaves with white ribs.<br />
Sowing can be staggered<br />
at different times, to extend<br />
the growing to a long harvest<br />
season.<br />
399 - Lettuce<br />
“Vegorka”<br />
Overwintering iceberg lettuce<br />
for spring outdoor<br />
production. Head green<br />
with brown spots. Excellent<br />
quality and taste.<br />
423 - Chicory<br />
(Radicchio)<br />
Palla Rossa 2<br />
For autumn production of<br />
dense red heads. Not frost<br />
hardy, so protect with Valentin<br />
Envorofleece.<br />
4<strong>26</strong> - Chicory<br />
(Radicchio)<br />
OVERWINTERING<br />
Palla Rossa 4<br />
Overwintering variety.<br />
Dense red tasty heads.<br />
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12 Vegetable Leaf vegetable<br />
Endive<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 650-750<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.5 kg/ha; 4-5 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
0.6-1 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
7-10 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
June<br />
Transplanting time: August<br />
Planting distance:<br />
30 x 50 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
September-February<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Bean, fennel, peas, cucumbers, kohlrabi, radishes,<br />
beetroot, spinach, tomato<br />
Corn salad<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 700-1100<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 10-12 kg/ha; 150-200 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-14 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
August-September<br />
Planting distance:<br />
10 x 20 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
September-March<br />
Content:<br />
Magnesium, iron in biologically optimal application<br />
form, beta-carotene (vitamin A)<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
It strengthens the heart and prevents heart damages,<br />
stimulates digestion, strengthens resistance to stress,<br />
stimulates vitality and the ability to concentrate, strengthens<br />
the immune system and protects the cells, strengthens<br />
mucous membranes, stimulates blood creation.<br />
The corn salad is resistant to low temperatures. Even the<br />
temperatures below -15°C do not harm it if the frozen<br />
leaves are protected from the sun.<br />
458 - Corn Salad<br />
“Žličar”<br />
For autumn and spring<br />
production.<br />
455 - Corn Salad<br />
“Ljubljanski”<br />
Early tasty variety with<br />
mid-large, green shiny<br />
leaves. Cold tolerant.<br />
457 - Corn Salad<br />
Hollandiscehr<br />
breitblattriger<br />
The leaves are yellowgreen,<br />
long and wide,<br />
slightly coarse and nonshiny.<br />
It is resistant to<br />
cold; however, it is especially<br />
suitable for autumn<br />
use. It is rich in vitamin C,<br />
chlorophyll and iron.<br />
446 - Cress Comune<br />
Days of germination: 3-5.<br />
Harvest: cut when approx.<br />
6 cm high. A quick, easily<br />
grown garnish for salads<br />
and sandwiches.<br />
445 - Endivie Malan<br />
Scarole type. It forms very<br />
compact head with a well<br />
filled yellow heart. For<br />
spring, summer and autumn<br />
outdoor and winter<br />
indoor production.<br />
442 - Endive<br />
Bubikopf 2<br />
Produces cup-shaped<br />
rosette with yellow-green<br />
leaves. Suitable for cultivating<br />
in late summer and<br />
early autumn.<br />
430 - Endivie Bionda<br />
a cuore pieno<br />
Autumn variety with<br />
yellow-green heart.<br />
443 - Endivie<br />
Pancaliere<br />
Curled variety for autumn<br />
and winter. Tolerates cold<br />
and wet conditions! Also<br />
decorative in the autumn<br />
garden.<br />
432 - Endivie Escariol<br />
Guner<br />
Late autumn and winter<br />
variety with green heart.<br />
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467 - Spinach<br />
Matador<br />
Fast-growing variety that<br />
over winters well. Large<br />
leaves rich in vitamin C<br />
and iron should be eaten<br />
young. The smell of spinach<br />
wards off pests! After<br />
harvesting, spinach roots<br />
should be left in the soil<br />
since they improve it.<br />
469 - Spinach<br />
Norvakr<br />
Fast-growing variety that<br />
winters well. Large leaves<br />
rich in vitamin C and iron<br />
should be picked until<br />
they are soft.<br />
461 - New Zealand<br />
Spinach<br />
Excellent spinach for<br />
spring, summer and<br />
autumn use.<br />
483 - Swiss Chard<br />
White Silver<br />
Dark green leaves have white veins<br />
and stems. The stems and veins are<br />
used in the same way as asparagus,<br />
and the leaves just like spinach for<br />
the preparation of salads, soups and<br />
side-dishes. Mangold contains large<br />
quantities of vitamins A and C, potassium,<br />
manganese, iron and calcium.<br />
Spinach<br />
Leaf vegetable<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 90-110<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 15-30 kg/ha; 300 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-15 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-April and August-September<br />
Planting distance:<br />
10 x 30 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
October-June<br />
Content:<br />
Provitamin A, vitamins B, vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, manganese,<br />
copper, iron, potassium, fibrins<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Chard<br />
Protects all corporal mucous membranes, strengthens the immune system, prevents<br />
and heals intestine laziness and constipation, stimulates the digestion of carbohydrates,<br />
tranquilizes the nervous system, takes care of our well-being and prevents tiredness and<br />
inactivity, takes care of healthy skin, hair and fingernails, helps with short-sightedness,<br />
stimulates the creation of bones and strengthens the teeth, helps with the creation of<br />
blood and improves cell breathing, drains water from the body and helps losing weight,<br />
strengthens the sexual desire and the ability to reach the orgasm, as well as strengthens<br />
the sexual power and stimulates the creation of hormones of vital importance.<br />
The surplus amounts of nitrates in spinach can be avoided: do not eat the leaf<br />
stems, use young leaves directly from the garden and immediately after it is<br />
plucked, do not heat it again after it is cooked, fertilize it harmoniously, so that<br />
there is enough potassium and chlorine in the soil and not too much of nitrogen.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 50-70<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 8-25 kg/ha; 120-150 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
12-17 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
April-August<br />
Planting distance:<br />
30 x 30 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
May-March<br />
Content:<br />
Fibrins, complex carbohydrates, calcium, iron, magnesium, vitamin C, carotene.<br />
Therapeutic effects: It stimulates and brings energy, helps with nervousness, eliminates digestion<br />
problems and detoxicates the intestines, lowers the amounts of fat in<br />
the blood, strengthens the immune system, the heart and muscles, protects<br />
corporal mucous membranes, strengthens the bones and teeth, stimulates<br />
blood creation and cell breathing, as well as hormone creation.<br />
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485 - Swiss Chard Lukullus<br />
Quick growing variety.<br />
Yellow green leaves have<br />
crumpled surface and<br />
white stalks.<br />
484 - Swiss Chard<br />
Riccia Verde Da<br />
Taglio<br />
Upright plant with medium<br />
length leaves which are smooth<br />
and green in colour. The rib is<br />
narrow and light green. Sowing<br />
instructions: Plant seeds from<br />
May-August. Harvest from July-<br />
October in succession 40-50<br />
days after sowing.<br />
485 - Swiss Chard<br />
Rhubarb Chard<br />
Colourful and tasty form of Swiss<br />
Chard with rich ruby-red leaf<br />
stalks and dark greeny purple<br />
foliage. Produces an abundance<br />
of large, tasty leaves and wide<br />
mid-ribs. Cook the succulent midrib<br />
like asparagus and serve with<br />
melted butter. Easier, and some<br />
consider tastier, than spinach.<br />
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14 Vegetable Onion & Leek<br />
Onion<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 250-300<br />
Seed/onion sets quantity for sowing/planting: SEED: 5-8 kg/ha; 50-80 g/100<br />
m 2 ; ONION SETS: 300-500 kg/ha; 5 kg/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
Sowing time:<br />
Planting distance:<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Leek<br />
20-30 days<br />
February-May; September<br />
10 x 35 cm<br />
July-September; May<br />
Dill, summer savoury, camomile, cucumbers, carrot,<br />
tomato, parsnip, lettuce, beetroot, strawberries, ROSES<br />
Alizin and other substances that contain sulphur,<br />
essential oils, folic acids, vitamin C, iron, zinc<br />
Prevents from infections, disinfects the nasal, oral and throat<br />
cavities, strengthens the membranes of the stomach and<br />
intestines, as well as the immune system, lowers the blood<br />
pressure and the amounts of fat in the blood, helps with<br />
weaker blood circulation, e.g., with cold feet, improves appetite,<br />
prevents from cardio-vascular diseases and soothes vein<br />
pains, stimulates the creation of blood and essential stress<br />
hormones, enlivens sexual desire and improves our mood.<br />
To avoid the attack of the onion fly, the onion sets should<br />
be planted in May and together with carrots.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 300-400<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.7-1 kg/ha; 12-16 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVA-<br />
TION); 2 kg/ha; 20 g/100 m 2 (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
15-20 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-June<br />
Transplanting time: April-July<br />
Planting distance:<br />
15 x 40 cm<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Strawberries, carrot, garlic, celery, spinach, tomato,<br />
endive, kohlrabi, brassicas, camomile.<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
August-March<br />
Alizin (a sulphur compound) which gives leek its smell<br />
and taste, zinc, manganese, selenium.<br />
Strengthens connective tissues and veins, influences the<br />
hormone creation and the increasing of sexual desire,<br />
improves the entire digestion, strengthens the immune system,<br />
improves blood circulation, cleans the stomach and<br />
intestines of disease-causing bacteria and fungi, lowers<br />
the amounts of cholesterol and fat in the blood, stimulates<br />
the food passing through the intestines and helps with<br />
constipation, prevents the creation of haemorrhoids.<br />
600 - Onion Pompei<br />
Small white pickling onion<br />
for very early (70-80 days)<br />
spring production.<br />
614 - Leek<br />
Carentan 3<br />
White part of stalk is of<br />
medium length, thick and<br />
at the bottom end slightly<br />
bulbous like and onion.<br />
Over winters very well.<br />
Grows well with carrots!<br />
616 Leek Elefant<br />
For autumn production;<br />
it lasts over the winter in<br />
warmer areas. The white<br />
part of the stem is<br />
medium-long and thick.<br />
618 - Leek Kamush<br />
Late autumn species, very tasty<br />
and good quality. It is sensitive<br />
to cold. The white part of the<br />
stem is very long (up to 60 cm).<br />
It should be grown with carrots,<br />
since this combination offers<br />
protection against pests!<br />
577 - Onion Bianca di<br />
Maggio<br />
A flattened-round, silverwhite<br />
onion with sweet, white<br />
flesh. It is especially suitable<br />
for warm regions for autumn<br />
sowing.<br />
596 - Onion “Ptujska<br />
rdeča”<br />
SLOVENIAN flattenedround<br />
onion, light-<br />
brown-pinkish-red with<br />
blue-tinged white flesh.<br />
Has a mildly sharp flavour.<br />
Good for storage.<br />
595 - Onion Sttutgarter<br />
Riesen<br />
Onions require a sunny position<br />
and light, sandy soil. Onions<br />
are ripe when the leaves<br />
have turned yellow and droopy.<br />
Should grow with carrots, since<br />
they protect each other from<br />
pests.<br />
597 - Onion Tera<br />
A NEW SLOVENIAN<br />
variety. A flatly-round bulb<br />
is dark red to purple and<br />
it is purple when cutting<br />
through it.<br />
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Onion, Shallots &<br />
Garlic<br />
Onion, shallots, and garlic are those bulbous<br />
vegetables which are indispensable in our every-<br />
day diets. Thus, it is essential to cultivate them<br />
from a bulb (ONION SET) in our home gardens.<br />
The following varieties are at your disposal AS<br />
ONION SETS:<br />
Onion, Shallots & Garlic<br />
15 Vegetable<br />
GARLIC should be harvested when 1/3 of its leaves turn yellow and it should be dried in an airy and dry area until the<br />
leaves are dried out completely. In Slovenia, the most suitable time for that is usually soon after 20th June (the spring<br />
one ripens approximately two weeks later than the autumn one). If it is left in the ground for too long, it does not gain<br />
on weight but on infections with soil fungi and fungi which are on the infected, dying-away leaves. When drying the<br />
leaves, the juices are passing through the plant into the roots - husks and together with them also fungal diseases.<br />
HAVING GARLIC IN YOUR GARDEN, IS VERY HEALTHY<br />
It prevents the attacks of plant diseases, mice and snails in mixed crops. Therefore, it should be planted everywhere<br />
in the garden:<br />
• between strawberries, raspberries and under fruit trees,<br />
• with tomato, beetroot, carrot, cucumbers, and other vegetables,<br />
• between roses, tulips, lilies, and also between other decorative plants.<br />
Onion Sturon<br />
The onion is round with yellow-brownish skin,<br />
white fleshy leaves, and milder taste. In Europe,<br />
it is popular particularly because it can be stored<br />
very well and used fresh, as well as for cooking.<br />
Onion Tera<br />
A NEW SLOVENIAN variety. A flatly-round bulb is<br />
dark red to purple and it is purple when cutting<br />
through it. It is resistant to drought and medium<br />
resistant to diseases and pests, it is SHARP and<br />
extremely aromatic. IT STORES WELL, AS WELL<br />
AS THE BULB.<br />
Onion Stuttgarter Riesen<br />
It develops flat onions with yellow-brownish outer<br />
leaves and white fleshy inner leaves. It is the<br />
most popular European variety. Due to its milder<br />
taste, it is better to use it for salads, because<br />
goulash and sauces are not as tasty as they<br />
would be had this onion a sharper taste. It is a bit<br />
earlier than Ptujska rdeča and has a much lower<br />
content of ascorbic acid.<br />
Onion Centurion F1<br />
Hybrid: gives better yield than Sturon and is for<br />
approximately 10 days earlier than Sturon (thinner<br />
neck). BIG oval bulb with yellow-brownish<br />
skin. The flesh is juicy and “crisp”. Excellent for<br />
transportation and storage.<br />
Shallots Red<br />
Red shallots is on its outside very similar to yellow<br />
shallots. The difference is almost unnoticeable,<br />
because the hull is yellowish. The inside is<br />
reddish and very tasty. Considering its form, it is<br />
slightly more flat than the yellow shallots. In the<br />
storage area, it lasts longer and does better than<br />
the yellow shallots.<br />
Onion “Ptujska rdeča”<br />
It is the most known Slovenian onion variety originat-<br />
ing from north-eastern Slovenia. It is a mid llate va-<br />
riety, has flat bulbs with red-brown outer scales and<br />
reddish fleshy leaves. It has a sharp taste and stores<br />
excellently. It contains great amounts of ascorbic<br />
acid: this spreads the veins and melts cholesterol.<br />
Above all, it is appropriate for goulash and sauces<br />
and various vegetable salads. It can be cultivated<br />
from seeds and onion sets.<br />
Shallots Yellow<br />
Aromatic shallots which give big crops. Excellent<br />
for fresh use. Moreover, it can be stored as well. It<br />
makes a lot of small, “daughter” bulbs. These are<br />
rich in vitamin C. They are appropriate for salads,<br />
minced meat, fish dishes, and various stews.<br />
Garlic “Ptujski jesenski”<br />
Slovenian local variety. Makes big heads with 8<br />
to 10 bigger husks. It has white scale leaves and<br />
white flesh. It is best for everyday use. It can be<br />
planted exclusively in autumn, preferably in<br />
November.<br />
Garlic “Ptujski spomladanski”<br />
Slovenian local variety. In contrast to the autumn<br />
one, it makes smaller heads with greater number<br />
of husks. It is slightly reddish and has a very<br />
strong and distinctive smell and taste. It can be<br />
stored even longer than for one year.<br />
It can be planted in autumn (preferably in November)<br />
and in spring (preferably in March).<br />
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16 Vegetable Tomato & Pepper<br />
Tomato<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 250-400<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.2 kg/ha; 2-4 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
1-2 kg/ha; 20-40 g/100 m 2 (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
10-15 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
February-April<br />
Transplanting time: May<br />
Planting distance:<br />
50 x 80 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
August-September<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Dwarf bean, carrot, brassicas, leek, parsnips, parsley,<br />
lettuce, chicory, celery, spinach, onion, sweet corn,<br />
garlic, garden cress.<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Pepper<br />
Licopens (special type of carotenes), biotin (vitamin<br />
B7), niacin (vitamin B3), folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E,<br />
potassium, zinc, fibrins.<br />
It stimulates digestion and eliminates digestive problems, as<br />
well as stimulates the metabolism, protects and strengthens<br />
the mucous membranes of the entire body, protects against<br />
infections, has soothing and healing effects, helps with the<br />
creation of healthy skin, increases the amount of sugar in blood,<br />
stimulates the brain and nervous system, as well as helps with<br />
chronic tiredness, improves our mood and enables a calm sleep,<br />
rejuvenates cells, strengthens the heart, drains water from the<br />
body and stimulates urine excretion, helps with the creation of<br />
new connective tissues, stimulates the creation of hormones.<br />
It grows best if it is planted on the same garden bed every year.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 120-160<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 0.4 kg/ha; 4-8 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
2-3 kg/ha (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
10-14 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
February-April<br />
Transplanting time: May<br />
Planting distance:<br />
25 x 40 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
August-September<br />
Content:<br />
Capsaicin, carotenes, vitamin B6, vitamin C, zinc.<br />
Therapeutic effects: Protects against migraines, improves the protection against infections,<br />
helps with weaker blood circulation, soothes vein, varicose<br />
vein and hemorrhoid problems, strengthens the heart, veins and<br />
corporal mucous membranes, improves the eyesight, stimulates<br />
cell creation and protein metabolism, strengthens connective<br />
tissues, improves glandular activities which stimulate dynamism<br />
and sexual desire, as well as improve the ability to concentrate.<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Until mid June and from the beginning of September, it<br />
grows excellently under a foil tunnel.<br />
510 - Tomato Heinz<br />
1370<br />
Mid-early determinate variety<br />
for outdoor production<br />
of large (130 g) and<br />
tasty fruits.<br />
528 - Cherry Tomato<br />
Red Pear<br />
Has red, pear-shaped<br />
fruits (ca. 20 g). Picked<br />
in bunches! An extremely<br />
TASTY and decorative variety.<br />
Very tolerant! Indeterminate<br />
variety.<br />
574 - Pepper<br />
Soroksari<br />
Is a medium-late (130<br />
days) pepper. The prismatic<br />
peppers are yellow,<br />
sweet and tasty. It is excellent<br />
for salads, pickling<br />
and filling. The crop is<br />
plentiful! Very popular in<br />
Balkan region.<br />
569 - Pepper<br />
California<br />
Wonder<br />
Mid late variety (135<br />
days) of paprika. Prismshaped<br />
fruits are darkgreen<br />
and the red ones<br />
are sweet and tasty. Ideal<br />
for salads, cooking and<br />
processing.<br />
530 - Pepper Sivrija<br />
A medium-early (115<br />
days) oblong, green and<br />
red, very fertile pepper.<br />
The flesh is medium thick,<br />
tasty and sweet. It is suitable<br />
for fresh consumption<br />
processing.<br />
507 - Tomato<br />
Marmande<br />
The tomatoes are flattened-round,<br />
fleshy and<br />
tasty. Indeterminate<br />
variety.<br />
515 - Tomato Oxheart<br />
VAL<br />
Indeterminate tomato.<br />
Fruits are “heart-shaped”,<br />
fleshy, shiny red. Good<br />
neighbors: New Zealand<br />
spinach, nasturtium, celery,<br />
parsley, brassicas.<br />
522 - Tomato Saint<br />
Pierre<br />
The most popular European<br />
variety of delicious<br />
taste! Fruits (135 g) are<br />
flattened-round, fleshy<br />
and shiny red. Indeterminate<br />
variety.<br />
525 - Tomato San<br />
Marzano F1<br />
The fruit is useful for pizza<br />
and pasta sauces.<br />
570 - Pepper<br />
Kurtovska<br />
Kapija<br />
Medium-late (125 days)<br />
oblong and very fertile<br />
pepper: green and intensive<br />
RED peppers are<br />
flattened on the side. It<br />
is suitable for fresh consumption,<br />
roasting and<br />
processing.<br />
551 - Pepper<br />
ROTUNDUM<br />
A medium-early pepper<br />
(110-120 days) for<br />
fresh consumption and<br />
processing. The pale yellow<br />
and red peppers have<br />
thick and sweet flesh.<br />
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564 - Spicy HOT<br />
Pepper<br />
(Pepperoni)<br />
Yellow<br />
VERY SPICY (hot) mediumearly<br />
(115 days) and fertile<br />
fleshy peppers, 8-12<br />
cm long. Yellow-green and<br />
green peppers are suitable<br />
for fresh consumption<br />
and processing.<br />
565 - Spicy HOT Pepper<br />
(Pepperoni)<br />
Green and Red<br />
(CHILI type)<br />
SPICY medium-early (115<br />
days) fleshy peppers,<br />
8-12 cm long. Dark green<br />
and red peppers are suitable<br />
for fresh consumption<br />
and pickling. The crop<br />
is plentiful!<br />
Pepper & Eggplant<br />
566 - Sweet Pepper<br />
(Pepperoni)<br />
Ferdi<br />
Slovenian medium early<br />
(115 days) sweet pepper,<br />
around 12-15 cm long,<br />
for fresh use and preserving.<br />
Dark-green and red<br />
fruit with tasty, thick flesh.<br />
Abundant crops!<br />
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491 - Aubergine/Eggplant<br />
Halflange<br />
Violette<br />
Grows outdoor and in tunnels.<br />
Fruit is somewhat<br />
pear-shaped, black-violet<br />
with a bright sheen. Flesh<br />
is firm, light and greenishwhite.<br />
Allow 3 to 4 branches<br />
and up to 5 fruits on<br />
these.<br />
ORGANIC PROTECTION OF PLANTS<br />
It is essential that we are gardening in harmony with<br />
nature and that we are observing the home garden<br />
(soil and environment), as well as adapt to it. However,<br />
even if we follow all the rules, it happens that we<br />
encounter some problems with diseases and pests.<br />
Above all, the attack is visible and has greater consequences<br />
for plants which are not in a good condition.<br />
This usually happens where growing conditions, such<br />
as nutritional substances in the soil, warmth, and water<br />
are NOT BALANCED. Even weather can influence<br />
the decreasing of plant resistance. If that happens,<br />
it is high time to heal the plants, but there is no need<br />
for using strong pesticides in an organic garden.<br />
There are quite some organic products (certified and<br />
non-certified) on the market with which we can prevent<br />
pests from harming the plants or stop with them<br />
the spreading of the disease (VALENTIN EKO INSEC-<br />
TICIDES)<br />
Extremely popular are the products made from algae<br />
which stimulate and enliven plant metabolism,<br />
as well as strengthen their defense mechanism. Such<br />
plants can easily defend themselves against diseases<br />
and pests (VALENTIN EKO ALGAE FERTILIZER).<br />
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18 Vegetable<br />
Cucumber & Zucchini & Marrow<br />
Cucumber<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 33-50<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 1 kg/ha; 10 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION);<br />
3-4 kg/ha; 30-40 g/100 m 2 (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
10-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-May<br />
Transplanting time: May<br />
Planting distance:<br />
50 x 100 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
July-September<br />
Good neighbors:<br />
Basil, chive, brassicas, lettuce, celery, spinach, pole<br />
bean, onion, fennel, sweet corn, peas, leek, beetroot<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Useful advice:<br />
Pumpkins / Squashes<br />
Erepsin (enzyme), great amounts of water in which<br />
there are nutritional substances, dissolved in the most<br />
appropriate physiological form, low on calories, vitamin<br />
E, silicon<br />
Clean the intestines, have aperient effects and detoxicate<br />
the body, lower the body weight, strengthen the<br />
immune system and mucous membranes, strengthen<br />
the connective tissues, beautify the skin and hair, ease<br />
eyesight problems, help with sun burns, improve protein<br />
metabolism, ease kidney and bladder problems.<br />
Cucumbers need a lot of warmth (the soil should be covered<br />
with straw, plant rests or with black foil which also<br />
stimulates the process of ripening), water, and windless<br />
spots (they are cultivated under the foil tunnel, or sweet<br />
corn or peas are sown around the garden bed). Cucumbers<br />
are climbers by nature so they must be offered<br />
something they will be able to climb on. This can be a<br />
plastic net which we can build ourselves. Cucumbers<br />
growing in this way will be less exposed to the attacks of<br />
moulds and the fruits will be clean.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 3-10<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 4-5 kg/ha; 40-50 g/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-12 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
May<br />
Planting distance:<br />
100 x 100 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
June-September<br />
Good neighbors:<br />
Basil, beans, onion, corn, beetroot, garden cress<br />
Content:<br />
Erepsin (enzyme), great amounts of water in which there are nutritional substances, dissolved<br />
in the most appropriate physiological form, low on calories, vitamin E, silicon.<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Marrow<br />
No. of seeds per gram:<br />
Seed quantity for sowing:<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
Sowing time:<br />
Transplanting time:<br />
Planting distance:<br />
Harvest time:<br />
Content:<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
They clean the intestines, have aperient effects and detoxicate the body, lower the body<br />
weight, strengthen the immune system and mucous membranes, strengthen the connective<br />
tissues, beautify the skin and hair, ease eyesight problems, help with sun burns,<br />
improve protein metabolism, ease kidney and bladder problems.<br />
1 seed is approx. 2 g<br />
1 kg/ha; 10 g/100 m 2 (SEEDLING CULTIVATION); 3-4 kg/ha; 30-40 g/100 m 2 (DIRECT SOWING)<br />
10-12 days<br />
March-May<br />
May<br />
50 x 100 cm<br />
July-September<br />
Erepsin (enzyme), great amounts of water in which there are nutritipnal substances, dissolved<br />
in the most appropriate physiological form, low on calories, vitamin E, silicon.<br />
They clean the intestines, have aperient effects and detoxicate the body, lower the body<br />
weight, strengthen the immune system and mucous membranes, strengthen the connective<br />
tissues, beautify the skin and hair, ease eyesight problems, help with sun burns,<br />
improve protein metabolism, ease kidney and bladder problems.<br />
630 - Cucumber<br />
Darina F1<br />
Most popular hybrid in<br />
Europe. Early and fertile<br />
slicing hybrid, resistant<br />
to diseases. This large,<br />
dark green cucumber is<br />
not bitter. It can be grown<br />
outdoor in tunnels or in<br />
greenhouses.<br />
661 - Cucumbers<br />
Marketer<br />
Slicing cucumber with<br />
large, dark-green juicy<br />
fruits.<br />
625 - Cucumber<br />
Delikates<br />
Slicing cucumber. Fruits<br />
are medium-large and<br />
cylindrical, light-green<br />
with broad, light stripes,<br />
juicy and not bitter. Small<br />
ones can also be pickled.<br />
629 - Cucumber Eva<br />
Slicing cucumber for outdoor<br />
production. Tasty<br />
grass green cucumber<br />
used as cornichon or as<br />
slicing cucumber.<br />
673 - Pickling<br />
cucumbers<br />
(Cornichon) Levina<br />
F1<br />
Excellent and fertile hybrid<br />
of pickling cucumbers, resistant<br />
to diseases. Green<br />
cucumbers with smaller<br />
bumps are regularly<br />
plucked to enable new<br />
ones to grow. NOT bitter.<br />
637 - Pickling<br />
cucumbers<br />
(Cornichon)<br />
Parisian<br />
Pickling<br />
Green knobbly gherkin<br />
excellent for pickling.<br />
COMPOST<br />
For compost, we should choose an area which is<br />
half-shady and covered from the eyesight of the<br />
passers-by. We also recommend paving the way<br />
to the compost area so that our daily walk to it is<br />
easier.<br />
For a smaller garden, we should buy a compost bin.<br />
Real gardeners know that good compost is essential<br />
for vegetable cultivation. And because of that,<br />
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Zucchini & Marrow & Melon<br />
697 - Pumpkin<br />
(Zucchini) Elite<br />
F1<br />
Very early and fruitful hybrid.<br />
Tasty marbled-green<br />
shiny courgettes grow on<br />
shrubs. Pick regularly to<br />
allow new flowers to grow.<br />
Good neighbours: pole<br />
beans, maize, nasturtium<br />
and onion.<br />
703 - Pumpkin<br />
“HALLOWEEN”<br />
Sankt Martin F1<br />
The pumpkin weighs 4-8 kg and has<br />
a diameter of 25-30 cm. It grows<br />
on very long spines (sprouts). The<br />
pumpkins are round, orange and<br />
slightly ribbed. They are excellent<br />
for human consumption. The flesh<br />
can easily be removed; they can be<br />
used as decoration in the form of a<br />
“Halloween” light.<br />
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751 - Melon Honey<br />
Dew<br />
Medium-early variety<br />
(105-110 days) suitable for<br />
production in tunnels and<br />
outdoor. The melons are<br />
round (1.6-1.8 kg), smooth<br />
and yellow, with tasty,<br />
sweet, aromatic green flesh.<br />
701 - Pumpkin<br />
(Zucchini)<br />
Greyzini F1<br />
Early and fruitful hybrid.<br />
Tasty marbled whitegreen<br />
courgettes grow on<br />
shrubs. Pick regularly to<br />
allow new flowers to grow.<br />
Good neighbours: tall<br />
beans, maize, nasturtium<br />
and onion.<br />
698 - Pumpkin<br />
(Zucchini)<br />
Vegetable<br />
Marrow Partim<br />
These tasty, marbled,<br />
yellowish-white-green zucchinis<br />
grow in the form of<br />
a bush.<br />
710 - Marrow<br />
“Slovenska<br />
golica”<br />
Slovenian marrow, grown<br />
for it specific seed for oil<br />
production. The big green<br />
striped marrow, turning to<br />
yellow with green stripes<br />
when ripe, are also for human<br />
consumption.<br />
750 - Melon Ananas<br />
Medium-early variety (70-75<br />
days) for production in tunnels<br />
and outdoor. The melons are<br />
oval, yellow meshed, weighing<br />
1.5-2.5 kg, with tasty,<br />
sweet and aromatic yellow<br />
flesh. Melon requires a lot of<br />
warmth, high humidity and<br />
fertile soil.<br />
813 - Watermelon<br />
Crimson Sweet<br />
The fruit weighs 5-11 kg and<br />
has sweet, dark red flesh. A<br />
resistant variety, which can be<br />
good transported. It requires<br />
a warm, sunny exposure and<br />
deep, warm soil fertilised with<br />
stable manure. It is suitable<br />
for tunnels and outside.<br />
815 - Watermelon<br />
Sugar Baby<br />
Mid-late variety (85 days).<br />
Round dark green fruits with<br />
sweet red flesh.<br />
699 - Pumpkin Ovari<br />
feher (Patison)<br />
Interesting pumpkin with<br />
starry white-green fruit.<br />
It grows in the form of a<br />
bush (no spines). It is suitable<br />
for fresh consumption<br />
and pickling. Good<br />
neighbours are<br />
pole beans, corn,<br />
nasturtium and onions.<br />
700 - Pumpkin<br />
Uchiki Kuri<br />
(Hokkaido)<br />
Orange pumpkin (1,5-2,5<br />
kg) with orange red flesh<br />
of good taste. For preparing<br />
various vegetable<br />
dishes and for decoration.<br />
For long storage!<br />
they give it a lot of space and attention.<br />
When making compost, it is very important to pay<br />
attention to what we put on the compost or in the<br />
compost bin.<br />
We should make sure there is always appropriate<br />
airiness and humidity in the compost. We also add<br />
to the compost various substances which we make<br />
from the plants ourselves. Valentin composter<br />
could be also used (see page 60).<br />
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20 Vegetable<br />
Peas & Beans<br />
Peas<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 3-7<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 100-250 kg/ha; 2.5 kg/100 m 2<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
8-10 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
March-June<br />
Planting distance:<br />
3-5 x 30-60 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
May-September<br />
Good neighbours:<br />
Carrot, radishes, lettuce, celery, spinach, pumpkin,<br />
marrows and squash, corn, dill<br />
Content: Nucleic acids, proteins, fibrins, magnesium, vitamin A,<br />
vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin<br />
B3 (niacin)<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Bush and pole beans<br />
Has a rejuvenating effect and stimulates cell growth, when<br />
sporting, it has an anabolic effect (increases muscular<br />
mass), has an invigorating effect (proteins), strengthens the<br />
nervous system and freshens up our spiritual side, stimulates<br />
digestion, strengthens the hair and connective tissues,<br />
as well as improves the eyesight, helps with constipation,<br />
lowers the amounts of cholesterol and fat in blood, as well<br />
as detoxicates our organism.<br />
No. of seeds per gram: 2-4<br />
Seed quantity for sowing: 120-180 kg/ha or 0.8-1.3 kg/100 m 2 (BUSH BEAN); 50-80 kg/ha or 0.7-1.3 kg/100 m 2<br />
(POLE BEAN)<br />
Seed germinates:<br />
6-10 days<br />
Sowing time:<br />
April-July<br />
Planting distance:<br />
BUSH BEAN: 10 x 50 cm; POLE BEAN: 20 x 80 cm<br />
Harvest time:<br />
May-September<br />
Content:<br />
nucleic acids, proteins, fibrins, manganese, molybdenum, iron, calcium, potassium,<br />
vitamin C and vitamins B<br />
Therapeutic effects:<br />
Helps with liver, kidney and bladder problems, has a rejuvenating effect on the cells, improves<br />
the creation of proteins in body cells, has an invigorating effect, helps with digestive<br />
problems, drains water from the body, strengthens the heart and veins.<br />
Pea Rondo<br />
Tall variety (90-170 cm)<br />
with green, medium long<br />
pods. Dark green pods<br />
with round seeds of good<br />
flavor.<br />
Broad bean<br />
Aguadulce<br />
The best variety for autumn/winter<br />
sowing. Extremely<br />
hardy, it produces<br />
a very early crop of fine<br />
long pods each containing<br />
8-9 beans. Grow in<br />
a warm, sheltered position.<br />
Broad beans thrive<br />
on a rich, well-dug soil,<br />
although most soils will<br />
give a satisfactory crop. If<br />
possible, feed the soil before<br />
sowing with a general<br />
fertiliser.<br />
Busch (Dwarf French)<br />
bean Top Crop<br />
Smooth, straight pods carried<br />
high on the plant, filled with<br />
meaty seeds. Topcrop is stringless,<br />
ideal for canning, freezing.<br />
High yield, low maintenance.<br />
Bush beans grow upright and do<br />
not require staking. Grow both<br />
green and yellow varieties for a<br />
pretty, two-toned bean salad<br />
Sugar pea<br />
Grows 100-120 cm high,<br />
full of yellowish green<br />
pods. Sweet and tasty<br />
pods are used fresh,<br />
young. It needs support.<br />
Pea Wonder van<br />
America<br />
Medium tall variety<br />
(90-170 cm) with green,<br />
medium long pods. Dark<br />
green pods with round<br />
seeds of good flavor.<br />
Busch (Dwarf French)<br />
bean Presenta<br />
An early, very low growing<br />
variety, makes green, very<br />
tasty round pods without<br />
threads. A very good producer.<br />
Can be used fresh,<br />
frozen on preserved.<br />
Pea Piccolo<br />
provenzale<br />
Early (ripens around 65 days<br />
after sowing) and dwarf (45-50<br />
cm) pea. Pods are green and<br />
short. Peas are medium-sized,<br />
smooth, round and very tasty.<br />
Can also be sown in autumn in<br />
warm locations. Early and frequent<br />
harvesting simulates the<br />
growth of new pods.<br />
Pea Kelvedon Wonder<br />
Early (approx. 70 days)<br />
and dwarf (45-60 cm).<br />
Pods are dark-green and<br />
long, peas are angular<br />
and wrinkled. Peas enrich<br />
the soil with nitrogen and<br />
should NOT grow together<br />
with beans, potatoes, garlic,<br />
leeks, tomatoes and<br />
onions.<br />
Pea Senator<br />
Senator is a medium-early,<br />
very fruitful variety that<br />
grows 80 to 120 cm tall.<br />
Requires support. Pods<br />
are green and mediumlong,<br />
peas are round and<br />
smooth.<br />
Peas Telefono<br />
rampicante<br />
Tall variety (120-140 cm)<br />
with green, medium long<br />
pods. Dark green pods<br />
with round seeds of good<br />
flavor. Very popular pea!<br />
Busch (Dwarf French)<br />
bean Antea<br />
Early maturing, producing<br />
long straight, flat pods<br />
to be gathered young and<br />
cooked whole.<br />
Bush (Dwarf French)<br />
Bean Starozagorski<br />
Dwarf variety which is<br />
quick maturing (ca. 50-55<br />
days), suitable for succession<br />
sowings into the summer.<br />
Produces flat, long,<br />
fleshy pods of excellent<br />
flavour.<br />
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Bush (Dwarf French)<br />
Bean Berggold<br />
Dwarf variety which is<br />
quick maturing (ca. 52<br />
days), suitable for successional<br />
sowings into the<br />
summer. A rounded pod<br />
variety producing a good<br />
crop of long string less yellow<br />
pods.<br />
Beans & Sweet corn<br />
Pole (Climbing French)<br />
beans “<strong>Semenarna</strong> 22”<br />
Slovenian variety. For production<br />
of grey round seeds<br />
with excellent taste.<br />
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Pole (Climbing French)<br />
Trionfo Violetto<br />
Stringless purple climbing<br />
French bean around 15cm<br />
long which turns green when<br />
cooked. Excellent flavour.<br />
Bush (Dwarf French)<br />
WITH YELLOW FLAT<br />
PODS<br />
Produces attractive, flat,<br />
stringless pods about 16<br />
cm long. Delicious in flavour<br />
the pods should be<br />
picked young and regulary<br />
to encourage cropping<br />
over a long period.<br />
Pole (Climbing French)<br />
beans “Klemen”<br />
Slovenian variety. For production<br />
of green pods and<br />
round blue-grey seeds.<br />
Pole (Climbing<br />
French) Anellino<br />
verde<br />
Dwarf prawn shaped<br />
stringless green beans.<br />
Vigorous plant about 180<br />
cm tall. Meaty bean with<br />
no string even past full<br />
maturity.<br />
Bush (Dwarf French)<br />
bean Merveille de<br />
Piemonte<br />
Early variety: 55 days of maturity.<br />
Pods are yellow, striped<br />
purple (the purple colour<br />
disappears when cooked),<br />
straight and lightly curved, flat,<br />
fleshy, 18 mm wide, 20 cm<br />
long, stringless! Large seed,<br />
flat, clear brown striped color.<br />
Bush (Dwarf French)<br />
bean “Zorin”<br />
Slovenian variety. For<br />
fresh and dried seeds.<br />
Bush (Dwarf French)<br />
bean “Češnjevec”<br />
Old European “borlotto”<br />
variety. For fresh and dried<br />
seeds to be used in a wide<br />
range of dishes.<br />
Pole (Climbing French)<br />
“Jeruzalemski”<br />
Dibble 6-9 seeds 4-5 centimeters<br />
deep into a plating<br />
hole. Climbing variety that<br />
needs support (a stake or a<br />
mesh). Produces long, yellow,<br />
fleshy pods. We can also<br />
eat the brownish seeds.<br />
Pole (Climbing French)<br />
“Ptujski maslenec”<br />
Slovenian LATE vigorous variety.<br />
With big yellow fleshy<br />
flat pods of good superb<br />
taste. The most delicious<br />
bean of all!<br />
Pole (Climbing French)<br />
“Maslenec rani”<br />
Slovenian LATE vigorous variety.<br />
With big yellow fleshy<br />
flat pods of good superb<br />
taste. The most delicious<br />
bean of all! 10 days earlier<br />
than “Ptusjki maslenec”.<br />
Runner bean Emergo<br />
This is a vigorous variety giving<br />
plants better able to withstand<br />
adverse weather conditions.<br />
Heavy yielding with<br />
attractive white or red flowers<br />
and long pods, best picked<br />
when young, with good flavour.<br />
The creamy-white seeds<br />
are considered excellent for<br />
use in soups and salads.<br />
1300 - Sweet Corn,<br />
Gold Cup F1<br />
It requires well fertilised soil<br />
and enough humidity. Its<br />
height is 160-180 cm and<br />
has cobs with sweet grains,<br />
which contain a large quantity<br />
of proteins and vitamins.<br />
Good neighbours are<br />
beans, cucumbers, zucchini,<br />
melons and tomato.<br />
Dwarf French Bean<br />
Etna<br />
It is a dwarf BORLOTTO<br />
variety with good harvest<br />
of coloured seeds. We can<br />
eat fresh or dry seeds. Etna<br />
is early type that<br />
matures in approx. 68<br />
days.<br />
Pole (Climbing French)<br />
Meraviglia di Venezia<br />
Yellow flat pods.<br />
Pole (Climbing<br />
French) beans<br />
“Jabelski pisanec”<br />
Slovenian variety. The<br />
young green pods and the<br />
ripe colourful seeds to<br />
be consumed. Delicious<br />
taste!<br />
Pole (Climbing<br />
French)<br />
Neckargold<br />
Produces long, yellow,<br />
fleshy pods. We can also<br />
eat the white seeds.<br />
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22 Vegetable Herbs<br />
Herbal garden<br />
A garden without herbs is unimaginable. These aromatic plants are necessary<br />
for mixed crops (they influence better growth and better taste of the vegetables),<br />
protection against pests and diseases, as well as for a better appearance of<br />
our garden. We all use them when cooking healthy and tasty dishes because all<br />
herbs, even those known particularly as being aromatic plants, have therapeutic<br />
effects. Dishes enriched with herbs have, besides the improved taste, a relieving<br />
effect on our stomach, digestion, blood circulation, and nerves.<br />
Kitchen herbs can also be cultivated at home in small pots, boxes, so that there<br />
are always some fresh at hand. They need a bright, not too hot space, moist air<br />
and soil rich in organic substances (e.g., compost). In the summer, they must be<br />
placed outside in the open air (balcony, terrace) so that they can enjoy plenty of<br />
oxygen and light.<br />
1079 - Borage<br />
(Borago officinalis)<br />
A annual “cucumber<br />
herb” containing slimy<br />
substances, tannic acid,<br />
saponins and silicic acid.<br />
Young, velvety, soft leaves<br />
and sky blue flowers are<br />
used for salads and meat.<br />
The whole plant is covered<br />
with prickly white hairs;<br />
therefore, it is coarse to<br />
the touch. Borage grows<br />
in almost any soil; it often<br />
sows itself. It protects<br />
cabbages against pests<br />
and is a good neighbour<br />
for zucchini.<br />
1070 - Rocket<br />
(Eruca sativa)<br />
Rocket should be sown<br />
from April to August, so<br />
we have a supply of fresh,<br />
tasty leaves from spring to<br />
autumn. Rocket grows up<br />
to 40 cm tall. Continuously<br />
cut the leaves, as with<br />
parsley. An aromatic plant<br />
with a special flavour suitable<br />
for various salads and<br />
side dishes.<br />
1076 - Basil “Genovese”<br />
(Ocimum basilicum)<br />
Annual, requiring plenty of<br />
warmth. Pick fresh leaves<br />
all year (basil can also be<br />
grown in pots), and use<br />
with vegetables, salads,<br />
soups, meat, fish and tomato<br />
sauces. Goes well<br />
in the garden with tomato<br />
and cucumber.<br />
1077 - Red leaf Basil<br />
Rubin (Ocimum<br />
basilicum<br />
»Rubrum«)<br />
It has intense crimson<br />
leaves, grows fast, smells<br />
nice and is very aromatic!<br />
Fresh leaves are plucked<br />
the whole year. They can<br />
be added to rice, vegetables,<br />
salads, soups, meat,<br />
fish and tomato sauces. It<br />
is also grown in pots!<br />
1094 - Marjoram<br />
(Majorana<br />
hortensis)<br />
Can be grown all year in pots.<br />
Annual plant that forms shrubs.<br />
Pick fresh stalk tips and leaves.<br />
Keeps its strong sweet and spicy<br />
aroma even when dry! Perfect<br />
accompaniment to roast goose,<br />
minced meat, potato dishes,<br />
stews and tomatoes. Helps to<br />
ward off insects in the garden.<br />
11<strong>08</strong> - Savory (Saturea<br />
hortensis)<br />
It is grown in pots for the whole<br />
year (fresh leaves)! It is an annual<br />
plant which forms a bush.<br />
It is dried just prior to blooming.<br />
In the garden protects beans<br />
against lice and improves the<br />
taste of broad bean; therefore,<br />
it should always grow nearby. It<br />
is cooked in casseroles and potato<br />
dishes, and with beans.<br />
1101 - Anise<br />
(Pimpinella anisum)<br />
A few seeds may also be<br />
sown with carrots. Annual<br />
culinary plant. When mature,<br />
the plant should be cut<br />
or plucked and dried. Mature<br />
dried seeds are used<br />
for pastry, sweets, teas and<br />
liqueurs. Anise, or fennel, is<br />
good for decorating the garden<br />
and is good for the bees!<br />
1116 - Dill (Anetheum<br />
graveolens)<br />
Add fresh leaves to sauces<br />
and fish (do not cook) and<br />
to tomato, cucumber and<br />
green salads. Add flowers<br />
and seeds to gherkins for<br />
pickling. In the garden dill<br />
enhances the emergence<br />
of carrots, cucumbers, cabbage,<br />
beetroot, lettuce.<br />
1118 - Chamomile<br />
(Matricaria<br />
chamomilla)<br />
This is a 30-cm-high annual plant.<br />
The flower heads are harvested<br />
between June and August and<br />
dried. It is a good neighbour to<br />
cabbage (improves its taste),<br />
po tatoes, celery and leeks. Garden<br />
vegetables can be watered<br />
with chamomile tea, because it<br />
strengthens them.<br />
SOWING OF HERBS<br />
Perennials<br />
They are over wintering herbs and last more years!<br />
They are sown from April until June into boxes. Later<br />
on, three seedlings are transplanted into 8 or<br />
10-centimetre small pots. When the seedlings are<br />
big enough, they should be transplanted outdoor<br />
to a permanent place which has been selected for<br />
them in the garden bed.<br />
Annuals<br />
They are sown directly on the garden bed, from<br />
March until April. We can sow them before that time<br />
into boxes and when it gets warm enough, transplant<br />
the small plants into the garden bed.<br />
Annuals sensitive to cold<br />
They are sown into small pots or boxes in April<br />
and May, and transplanted into the open air from<br />
mid May onwards. We ca also sow directly outdoor<br />
end of May!<br />
MIXED CROPS<br />
If you want to cultivate a lot of healthy vegetables<br />
in your garden, try it with mixed crops.<br />
With mixed crops, there are various types of vegetables,<br />
herbs, and flowers growing on one garden<br />
bed. Our objective is a colourful, rich, and harmonious<br />
plant mixture. The advantages of mixed crops<br />
are not only in good mutual influences, but above<br />
all in a better use of garden beds and always having<br />
a great harvest. The advantages of mixed crops are:<br />
• various types of plants mutually stimulate each<br />
other in growing;<br />
• the combination of various types of vegetables<br />
and flowers prevents the attacks of pests and<br />
diseases;<br />
• due to simultaneous cultivation of plants with<br />
deep and shallow root systems, the soil is constantly<br />
being loosened;<br />
• the soil is covered through the whole year and<br />
there is less weed;<br />
• mixed crops stimulate life in the soil.<br />
Here are some simple rules considering mixed<br />
crops:<br />
• only those vegetables which are good neighbours<br />
and like each other’s company should be sown/<br />
planted together;<br />
• on every empty spot on the garden bed, some<br />
other vegetable, flower or a mixture for “green fertilisation”<br />
should be sown/planted.<br />
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1<strong>08</strong>2 - Cumin<br />
(Carum carvi)<br />
A BIENNIAL spice. Leaves<br />
grow in the first year, and in<br />
the second, tall stalks bearing<br />
the flowers. The seed is<br />
ripe when turning brown. As<br />
a border plant in the garden,<br />
cumin improves the<br />
flavour of potato, cabbage,<br />
cucumber and beetroot.<br />
599 - Chives (Allium<br />
schoenoprasum)<br />
Can also be grown in pots. A<br />
perennial SEASONING HERB<br />
with fine, tubular leaves. Pretty<br />
flowers in spring. Protects<br />
garden plants from attacks<br />
of powdery mildew. Ideal as<br />
fresh seasoning on various<br />
dishes, stimulates the appetite,<br />
cleans the blood.<br />
1120 - Balm-mint<br />
(Melissa officinalis)<br />
PERENNIAL. Young stems and<br />
leaves can be harvested the<br />
whole year. Excellent honey<br />
plant! Fresh leaves, with their<br />
distinctive citric aroma, can<br />
be added to salads, mayonnaise,<br />
venison, poultry, fish,<br />
mushrooms, tomatoes, cottage<br />
cheese and herb sauces.<br />
It is NOT cooked with food!<br />
760 - Asparagus<br />
(Asparagus<br />
officinalis)<br />
Perennial. It is sowed<br />
in April-May; the young<br />
plants are transplantes<br />
the following spring. The<br />
young stems may only be<br />
cut in the third year following<br />
sowing. It grows green<br />
and white stems.<br />
Herbs<br />
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1200 - Sweet fennel<br />
(Foeniculum vulgare<br />
var. dulce)<br />
It only grows in light, warm<br />
and humid soil, well fertilised<br />
with organic fertilisers. It is<br />
grown for its white aro matic<br />
“tubers”. It can be eaten<br />
fresh in salads, cooked,<br />
roasted and stewed. The<br />
leaves and seeds are also<br />
used as a spice.<br />
228 - Celery Giant<br />
Pascal<br />
SELF BLANCHING VARIETY<br />
producing deliciously flavoured,<br />
smooth, succulent<br />
white sticks! Should be<br />
grown on level ground approx.<br />
23 cm apart each<br />
way. Regular watering is<br />
essential. Do not plant in<br />
trenches.<br />
1112 - Thyme<br />
(Thymus vulgaris)<br />
This is a PERENNIAL plant.<br />
It forms a 20–40 cm high<br />
bush. Young stems may<br />
be harvested the whole<br />
year, but usually just before<br />
blossoming, when the<br />
thyme is the strongest.<br />
The stems are cut and<br />
dried. It should be grown<br />
everywhere in the garden,<br />
since it protects vegetables<br />
against snails, lice<br />
and the cabbage white<br />
butterfly. Thyme goes well<br />
with meat and vegetable<br />
dishes.<br />
Growing together<br />
VEGETABLE<br />
Pumpkin &<br />
Zucchini<br />
GOOD NEIGBOURS<br />
Basil, beans, onion, sweet corn, beetroot, tropaeolum<br />
NOT GOOD<br />
NEIGHBOURS<br />
Cucumber<br />
Cauliflower Dwarf beans, celery, tomato, Phacelia Potato, onion, cabbage<br />
Onion<br />
Cucumber, carrot, tomato, parsnip, lettuce, beetroot, strawberries, ROSES<br />
Beans, peas, cabbage,<br />
leek<br />
Dwarf beans Strawberries, cucumber, carrot, tomato, ROSES, TULIPS Beans, peas, cabbage<br />
Dwarf beans<br />
Pole beans<br />
Peas<br />
Cabbage,<br />
cauliflower, …<br />
Savoury, cucumber, potato, cabbage, radish, radish, beetroot, celery, tomato,<br />
dill, strawberries<br />
Cucumber, beetroot, lettuce, spinach, celery<br />
Carrot, radish, lettuce, celery, spinach, pumpkin, sweet corn, dill<br />
Dwarf beans, peas, cucumber, carrot, Phacelia, beetroot, lettuce, celery,<br />
spinach, tomato, potatoes, endive, leek, chard, caraway, dill<br />
Pole beans<br />
Dwarf beans, peas,<br />
leek, onion<br />
Beans, tomato, onion,<br />
leek, potatoes<br />
Garlic, onion,<br />
strawberries<br />
Chinese cabbage Beans, peas, kohlrabi, spinach Radish<br />
Kohlrabi<br />
Carrot<br />
Cucumber<br />
Potatoes<br />
Tomato<br />
Leek<br />
Beans, peas, leek, beetroot, lettuce, spinach, tomato, celery, radish, potatoes<br />
Dill, endive, peas, garlic, cabbage, garden cress, leek, radish, radish, lettuce,<br />
chives, tomato, onion, chard<br />
Basil, chives, lettuce, celery, spinach, pole beans, onion, sweet corn, peas,<br />
leek, beetroot<br />
Cabbage, kohlrabi, spinach, sweet corn, bob, marigold (Tagetes), Tropaeolum,<br />
caraway<br />
Dwarf beans, carrot, leek, parsnip, parsley, lettuce, chicory, celery, spinach,<br />
onion, sweet corn, garlic, Tropaeolum<br />
Strawberries, carrot, garlic, celery, spinach, tomato, endive, kohlrabi,<br />
cabbage, chamomile<br />
Carrot, meta<br />
Radish, radish<br />
Sunflower, tomato,<br />
pumpkin, celery, peas,<br />
beetroot<br />
Peas, potatoes,<br />
cucumber, dill<br />
Chicory Tomato, pole beans, carrot, lettuce Potatoes<br />
Radish<br />
Beetroot<br />
Beans, carrot, garden cress, lettuce, tomato, spinach, chard, cabbage,<br />
kohlrabi, peas, Tropaeolum<br />
Beans, cabbage, kohlrabi, garlic, onion, pumpkin, cucumber, savoury, dill,<br />
caraway<br />
Beans, peas, beetroot<br />
Cucumber<br />
Spinach, pole beans,<br />
potatoes, sweet corn,<br />
leek<br />
Sweet corn Tomato, lettuce, beans, cucumber, pumpkin, melon, potatoes Celery, beetroot<br />
Lettuce and<br />
Endive<br />
Beans, peas, cucumber, kohlrabi, radish, radish, beetroot, spinach, tomato<br />
Parsley, celery<br />
Spinach Beans, peas, strawberries, cabbage, radish, radish, lettuce, celery Beetroot, spinach<br />
Celery<br />
Beans, peas, cauliflower, leek, spinach, tomato, cucumber, chamomile<br />
Celery, sweet corn,<br />
potatoes, lettuce<br />
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24 Flowers Annual Flowers - dwarf<br />
20<strong>36</strong> - Agertum- Blue<br />
(Ageratum<br />
mexicanum)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. May-Sep.<br />
The blue flowers cover the<br />
compact mounted plants<br />
until the first frosts. For<br />
edging, containers and<br />
window boxes.<br />
3123 - Dimorphotheca,<br />
Mix<br />
(Dimorphotheca<br />
aurantiaca)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. May-Oct.<br />
Producing large showy<br />
flowers of bright orange,<br />
yellow and apricot, which<br />
open in the sun. Should be<br />
transplanted.<br />
SUMMER FLOWERS<br />
Summer flowers belong into every garden. In comparison with perennials which<br />
usually bloom for a shorter period of time, the summer flowers are those which<br />
cheer us up from spring until autumn.<br />
They bloom nicest if they have a place in the garden which suits them best. Most of<br />
them originate from warm countries with mild climates, so they should be growing<br />
in a warm, sunny, and lee area of our garden.<br />
We can cultivate the seedlings of summer flowers ourselves. We should start with<br />
the cultivation in spring. Then, a plan of where we will plant them to create a colourful,<br />
interesting, and harmonious garden should be made. In SEMENARNA Ljubljana,<br />
we offer you seeds of the most beautiful summer flowers in colourful seed pockets.<br />
2<strong>08</strong>6 - Alyssum,<br />
White<br />
(Lobularia<br />
(Alyssum) maritima)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Sweet smelling flowers. An<br />
edging plant. Can be used<br />
for containers and hanging<br />
baskets.<br />
3138 - Dianthus, Mix<br />
(Dianthus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Useful flowering plant for<br />
borders, edging and<br />
containers.<br />
2402 - Aster Dwarf,<br />
Mix<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Asters prefer sunny spot.<br />
An excellent combination<br />
of colours. An excellent<br />
bedding variety.<br />
Legend:<br />
S. = sowing<br />
time<br />
F. = flowering<br />
time<br />
2460 - Impatiens, Mix<br />
(Impatiens walleriana)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. May-Oct.<br />
Plants with flowers of iridescent<br />
colors: for containers<br />
and borders.<br />
3470 - Gazania, Mix<br />
(Gazania splendens)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Flower mixture of bright<br />
eye-opening colors. Sunloving<br />
flower!<br />
2583 - Ornamental<br />
Pepper, Mix<br />
(Capsicum<br />
annuum)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr.<br />
Produces small ornamental<br />
peppers in different<br />
colours. A nice pot plant.<br />
3788 - Candytuft, Mix<br />
(Iberis<br />
umbellata)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Candytuft is quick to flower<br />
and tolerant of poor soil.<br />
For edging or mass<br />
planting.<br />
4120 - Lobelia, Blue<br />
(Lobelia<br />
erinus)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. May-Sep.<br />
Best grown as a half-hardy<br />
annual compact plants<br />
covered with tiny flowers<br />
throughout summer, usually<br />
grown as edging for beds<br />
and borders.<br />
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4828 - Portulaca<br />
(Moss Rose),<br />
Mix (Portulaca<br />
grandiflora)<br />
S. Apr.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Large bright colored flowers.<br />
A superb ground cover<br />
item for a sunny spot, it<br />
exhibits excellent heat and<br />
drought tolerance.<br />
4830 - Portulaca<br />
(Moss Rose),<br />
Double flo wers,<br />
Mix(Portulaca<br />
grandiflora)<br />
S. Apr.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
In the sun giant double flowers will<br />
open to reveal shades of cream,<br />
gold, pink, orange, scarlet and yellow.<br />
A superb ground cover item<br />
for a sunny spot, it exhibits excellent<br />
heat and drought tolerance.<br />
Annual Flowers - dwarf<br />
ANNUAL FLOWERS<br />
WHICH SNAILS<br />
ARE AVOIDING ARE:<br />
• Californian poppy (Eschscholtzia)<br />
• Nigella (Nigella)<br />
• Nasturtium (Tropaeolum)<br />
• Cosmea flower (Cosmea)<br />
• Calendula (Calendula)<br />
• Candytuft (Iberis)<br />
• Poppy (Papaver)<br />
• Statice (Statice)<br />
• Alyssum (Alyssum)<br />
These flowers should be sown “scattered”<br />
around the whole garden or<br />
“hedges” should be created with them<br />
around the garden beds.<br />
25 Flowers<br />
54<strong>36</strong> - Marigold<br />
Dwarf, Mix<br />
(Tagetes patula)<br />
5438 - Marigold<br />
Dwarf, Rufled<br />
Red (Tagetes<br />
patula)<br />
S. Apr.-May • F. May-Oct<br />
Most popular bedding variety:<br />
large fully double flowers!<br />
Easy to grow! Flowers<br />
have good resistance to<br />
rain.<br />
Should grow everywhere in<br />
the vegetable garden, since<br />
it wards off soil pests and<br />
balances soil fertility.<br />
5889 - Viola Helen<br />
Mount<br />
(Viola cornuta)<br />
Grow as half-hardy annual<br />
or biennial. Compact<br />
plants (10 cm), small and<br />
profusely flowering Violas<br />
from spring to autumn. The<br />
flowers are purple with lavender<br />
and yellow zones.<br />
Sow Mar.-May for flowers in<br />
May-Sep. Sow Jun.-Jul.<br />
for blooms the following<br />
spring.<br />
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<strong>26</strong> Flowers Annual Flowers<br />
2<strong>26</strong>2 - Aster Red<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Large double flowers have<br />
long quilled petals in<br />
red colour. Fine bedding<br />
plants, and excellent for<br />
cutting.<br />
2404 - Aster Prinzess<br />
or Duchess,<br />
Mix<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Incurving flowers of excellent<br />
size on sturdy plants<br />
ideal for autumn arrangements.<br />
Also for cutting!<br />
2<strong>36</strong>2 - Aster Ostrich<br />
Plume, Mix<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Flowers early, producing<br />
large feathery heads on<br />
branching plant.<br />
2405 - Aster Single,<br />
Mix<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Lovely bright coloured<br />
daisy flowers with golden<br />
centers. Excellent in beds<br />
and borders and long lasting<br />
in arrangements.<br />
2094 - Amaranthus<br />
(Love-Lies-<br />
Bleeding), Red<br />
(Amaranthus<br />
caudatus)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
The rich red tassels are<br />
useful as cut flower or for<br />
drying.<br />
2277 - Aster Prinzess<br />
or Duchess,<br />
Pink<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Incurving pink flowers of<br />
excellent size on sturdy<br />
plants ideal for autumn<br />
arrangements.<br />
2440 - Impatiens,<br />
Mix<br />
(Impatiens balsamina)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Plants with flowers of<br />
iridescent colors. Easy to<br />
grow, long lasting!<br />
2096 - Amaranthus<br />
(Joseph’s<br />
Coat)<br />
(Amaranthus<br />
tricolor)<br />
S. Mar.-May<br />
Amaranth is grown as a foliage<br />
plant for its beautiful<br />
multicoloured leaves.<br />
SOWING THE ANNUALS<br />
The annuals can be cultivated from seedlings or sown directly outdoor.<br />
The annuals which are sown in April and May outdoor, are robust and are<br />
growing fast. Late spring frosts do not harm them. In the areas with a mild<br />
climate, they can be sown already in the second half of March, but we should<br />
take into consideration the fact that the seed germinates only when the soil<br />
is warm enough.<br />
Flowers which are sown directly outdoor are: Asters, Calendula,<br />
Impatiens, Marigold, Chrysanthemum, Clarkia, Cosmea,<br />
Eschscholzia.<br />
2129 - Antirrhinum<br />
(Snapdragon),<br />
Mix<br />
(Antirrhinum<br />
majus)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
For border, cut flowers and<br />
containers. Rich flowering<br />
in an impressive colour<br />
range.<br />
2274 - Aster Prinzess<br />
or Duchess,<br />
White<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Incurving white flowers of<br />
excellent size on sturdy<br />
plants ideal for autumn arrangements.<br />
Also for cutting!<br />
2576 - Ornamental<br />
Kale, Mix<br />
(Brassica<br />
oleracea)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr.<br />
Offering bright colours<br />
throughout the autumn<br />
and winter. The colurs<br />
appear as the night<br />
temperature drops.<br />
2<strong>26</strong>0 - Aster, Mix<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Large double flowers have<br />
long quilled petals. Fine<br />
bedding plants, and excellent<br />
for cutting.<br />
2275 - Aster Prinzess<br />
or Duchess,<br />
Blue<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Incurving blue flowers of ex -<br />
cellent size on sturdy plants<br />
ideal for autumn arrangements.<br />
Also for cutting!<br />
2742 - Celosia<br />
(Cockscomb),<br />
Mix (Celosia<br />
arg. f. cristata)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. May-Jun.<br />
Feathery plumes of brilliant<br />
color.<br />
2<strong>26</strong>1 - Aster, Pink<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Large double flowers have<br />
long quilled petals in<br />
pink colour. Fine bedding<br />
plants, and excellent for<br />
cutting.<br />
2276 - Aster Prinzess<br />
or Duchess,<br />
Red<br />
(Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
In curving red flowers of excellent<br />
size on sturdy plants<br />
ideal for autumn arrangements.<br />
Also for cutting!<br />
2743 - Celosia<br />
(Cockscomb),<br />
Mix (Celosia<br />
arg. f. plumosa)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. May-Jun.<br />
Feathery plumes of brilliant<br />
color.<br />
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<strong>26</strong>32 - Calendula<br />
(Scotch or Pot<br />
Marigold), Mix<br />
(Calendula<br />
officinalis)<br />
Easy to grow and very productive,<br />
the bright colours<br />
are cheerful in borders or all<br />
over the vegetable garden<br />
whatever the weather. Also<br />
a healthy plant .<br />
2784 - Cornflower, Mix<br />
(Centaurea<br />
imperialis)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Aug.<br />
The blooms are large and<br />
make good cut flower. Easy<br />
to grow.<br />
Annual Flowers<br />
2979 - Cosmea<br />
(Cosmos), Mix<br />
(Cosmos bipinnatus)<br />
S. Mar.-Jun. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Easy to grow and makes a<br />
good cut flower. Very compact<br />
plants become covered<br />
in long lasting large<br />
flowers.<br />
2980 - Cosmea<br />
(Cosmos),<br />
Carpet<br />
(Cosmos<br />
sulphureus)<br />
S. Mar.-Jun. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Mini Cosmos for bedding<br />
and pots.<br />
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3225/2 - Carnation<br />
CHABAUD,<br />
Red<br />
(Dianthus<br />
caryophyllus)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Scented large pink flowers<br />
for bedding and cutting.<br />
Popular plant.<br />
3225/5 - Carnation<br />
CHABAUD,<br />
Yellow<br />
(Dianthus<br />
caryophyllus)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Scented large yellow flowers<br />
for bedding and cutting.<br />
Popular plant.<br />
2818 - Chrysanthemum,<br />
Mix<br />
(Chrysanthemum<br />
carinatum)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Producing masses of daisy<br />
like flowers. Easy to grow<br />
and make cheerful addition<br />
to the garden.<br />
3045 - Dahlia, Mix<br />
(Dahlia<br />
pinnata)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. May-Sep.<br />
Popular, colorful plants<br />
that are very easy to raise<br />
from seed. Dwarf border<br />
and cutting flowers.<br />
ANNUAL CARNATIONS<br />
Annual carnations are gaining on popularity.<br />
Because of a nice smell and exuberant blooming,<br />
the carnation CHABAUD are considered one<br />
of the most beautiful summer flowers.<br />
They have big and full fragrant flowers on strong<br />
stems.<br />
Also suitable as cut flowers.<br />
29<strong>26</strong> - Clarkia, Mix<br />
(Clarkia<br />
elegans)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Elegant flowers are produced<br />
along the stem in<br />
a range of bright colours.<br />
Most effective in groups!<br />
3093 - Delphinium,<br />
Mix<br />
(Delphinium<br />
ajacis)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. or Sep.-Oct.<br />
• F. Jun.-Aug.<br />
Very attractive to bees.<br />
Wide range of colors of<br />
sturdy flower spikes.<br />
3225/6 - Carnation<br />
CHABAUD,<br />
White<br />
(Dianthus<br />
caryophyllus)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Scented large white flowers<br />
for bedding and cutting.<br />
Popular plant.<br />
2932 - Cleome; Mix<br />
(Cleome<br />
spinosa)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • C. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Tall striking, heat tolerant<br />
plant can be used along<br />
fences or as background.<br />
3225/1 - Carnation<br />
CHABAUD,<br />
Pink<br />
(Dianthus<br />
caryophyllus)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Scented large pink flowers<br />
for bedding and cutting.<br />
Popular plant.<br />
2971 - Coreopsis, Mix<br />
(Coreopsis<br />
tinctoria)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Uniform and compact, it<br />
produces masses of weather<br />
resistant flowers.<br />
2956 - Convolvulus -<br />
Mix<br />
(Convulvulus<br />
tricolor)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
A vivid mixture of colours;<br />
forming neat mounds.<br />
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28 Flowers Annual Flowers<br />
3245 - Carnation CHA-<br />
BAUD, Mix<br />
(Dianthus<br />
caryophyllus)<br />
S. Jan.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Scented large flowers for<br />
bedding and cutting. Popular<br />
plant.<br />
<strong>36</strong>96 - Sunflower<br />
dwarf - Double<br />
Yellow<br />
(Helianthus<br />
annuus)<br />
S. Apr.-Jul. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
A unique dwarf Sunflower<br />
which is well suited to growing<br />
in borders or large tubs.<br />
4320 - Mirabilis, Mix<br />
(Mirabilis<br />
jalapa)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
An excellent border flower<br />
with nice scent.<br />
3330 - Eschscholzia<br />
(Californian<br />
Poppy), Mix<br />
(Eschscholtzia<br />
californica)<br />
S. Mar.-Jun. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Pretty ferny foliage, and<br />
brightly coloured flowers<br />
with delicate petals that<br />
flutter in summer breezes.<br />
3830 - Kochia (Summer<br />
Cypres, Burning<br />
Bush) (Kochia<br />
scoparia)<br />
S. Mar.-May<br />
Feathery bushes, pale<br />
green in summer changing<br />
to copper-crimson in<br />
autumn.<br />
4396 - Nicotiana, Mix<br />
(Nicotiana<br />
affinis)<br />
S. Feb.-Mar. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Trumpet-like blooms attract<br />
hummingbirds throughout<br />
summer. Perfumed!<br />
3423 - Gaillardia<br />
(Blanket<br />
Flower), Mix<br />
(Gaillardia<br />
aristata)<br />
S. Apr.-Jul. • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Broad-petalled daisy flowers<br />
mostly yellow, flame and<br />
red, often edged in bright<br />
contrast. Splendid summer<br />
border plants, providing<br />
material for cutting.<br />
3540 - Godetia, Mix<br />
(Godetia<br />
grandiflora)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Easy to grow annual for<br />
summer borders. Semidouble<br />
flowers resembling<br />
Azaleas.<br />
<strong>36</strong>65 - Gypsophila -<br />
White<br />
(Gypsophila<br />
elegans)<br />
S. Mar.-Jun. • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
A strong growing plant with<br />
brilliant white flowers.<br />
PREPARATION OF GARDEN BEDS FOR SUMMER FLOWERS<br />
For a good growth and exuberant blooming, summer flowers need a sunny and warm<br />
place, as well as nutritious, permeable, and moist soil. They do not like a too moist soil<br />
and stagnant water. Fertilisation should be moderate because if it is done too exuberantly,<br />
it stimulates the growth of stems and leaves on account of flowers.<br />
Garden beds should be cleaned of weed, the soil loosened and watered. In the middle<br />
of the garden bed, higher flowers should be sown or transplanted, around them<br />
a bit smaller plants, and at the border of the garden beds, smaller flowers should be<br />
planted.<br />
High plants with a weak stem should be offered support. Climbing plants, however,<br />
need a certain framework which they will be able to climb up on.<br />
3890 - Lavatera, Mix<br />
(Lavatera<br />
trimestris)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Easily grown, bushy plants<br />
producing broad-petalled<br />
flowers like wide trumpets.<br />
Dazzling display of glistening<br />
colour.<br />
3895 - Scarlet flax<br />
(Linum)<br />
S. Apr.-May • C. Jun.-Sep.<br />
It is a hardy annual and<br />
provides a bright splash<br />
of colour in the summer<br />
months.<br />
4450 - Nigella<br />
(Love-in-a-Mist),<br />
Mix (Nigella<br />
damascena)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Pretty, delicate foliage, and<br />
flowers a little like cornflowers.<br />
These are followed by<br />
ornamental seed pods often<br />
seen in flower arrangements.<br />
4504 - Poppy, Mix (Papaver<br />
sp.)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Aug.<br />
Producing many flowers. It<br />
can be used in the border,<br />
as a cut flower or the seedpods<br />
can be dried.<br />
<strong>36</strong>95 - Sunflower, Mix<br />
(Helianthus annuus)<br />
S. Apr.-May • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
Gives more than one sunny<br />
flower head!<br />
3920 - Night Scented<br />
Stock, Mix<br />
(Matthiola<br />
bicornis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. May-Jun.<br />
Delicate stems of small fragrant<br />
flowers.<br />
4570 - Petunia, Mix<br />
(Petunia<br />
hybrida)<br />
S. Feb.-Mar. • F. Apr.-Sep.<br />
Brilliantly colourful flowers.<br />
Ideal for bedding and have<br />
good resistance to inclement<br />
weather.<br />
3702/2 - Sunflower<br />
dwarf -<br />
Double Yellow<br />
(Helianthus<br />
anuus)<br />
S. Apr.-May • F. Jul.-Sep.<br />
The flowers are golden yellow!<br />
An excellent garden<br />
plant. Height: 60-70 cm.<br />
3933 - Stock, Mix<br />
(Matthiola<br />
incana)<br />
S. Nov.-Jun. • F. Jun.-Avg.<br />
Brings scent and color to<br />
the garden.<br />
4710 - Phlox, Mix<br />
(Phlox<br />
drummondi)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Blooms over a long period<br />
and needs no attention.<br />
Large flowers in popular<br />
mixtures. Attractive to butterflies.<br />
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5110 - Ricinus, Mix<br />
(Ricinus<br />
communis)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Sep.-Oct.<br />
Ornamental bush.<br />
Annual Flowers<br />
5901 - Zinnia Cactus,<br />
Mix (Zinnia<br />
elegans “Cactus”)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
A good bedding flower<br />
which can be used as a cut<br />
flower. Nice selection of<br />
colours.<br />
29 Flowers<br />
6002 - Zinnia SMALL-<br />
FLOWERING,<br />
Mix (Zinnia<br />
elegans<br />
»Liliput«)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
A good bedding flower<br />
which can be used as a<br />
cut flower. Nice selection<br />
of colours.<br />
5124 - Rudbeckia, Mix<br />
(Rudbeckia<br />
hirta)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Produces large daisy like<br />
flowers with dark central<br />
cone. Excellent border<br />
plants, and lovely in floral<br />
arrangements.<br />
5971 - Zinnia, Mix<br />
(Zinnia elegans)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Sun-loving plants, freeflowering,<br />
long-lasting, and<br />
gaily coloured. For all purposes.<br />
5905 - Zinnia<br />
PEPPERMINT<br />
STICK (Zinnia<br />
elegans)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Striped and blotched scarlet,<br />
carmine, vermilion,<br />
orange and rosy purple<br />
on cream and dark yellow.<br />
Very attractive.<br />
5179 - Salpiglossis,<br />
Mix<br />
(Salpiglossis<br />
sinuata)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Trumpet-shaped flowers,<br />
some bicoloured, with prettily<br />
veined petals.<br />
5972 - Zinnia, Yellow<br />
(Zinnia elegans)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Sun-loving plants, freeflowering,<br />
long-lasting. Nice<br />
yellow coloured. For all purposes.<br />
5174 - Salvia, Red<br />
(Salvia<br />
splendens)<br />
S. Jan.-Mar. • F. May-Oct.<br />
Producing masses of long<br />
and dense bright red flower<br />
spikes and contrasting dark<br />
green foliage.<br />
5973 - Zinnia, Red<br />
(Zinnia elegans)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Sun-loving plants, freeflowering,<br />
long-lasting.<br />
Nice red coloured. For all<br />
purposes.<br />
5440 - African<br />
Marigold Tall,<br />
Mix (Tagetes<br />
erecta)<br />
S. Apr.-May. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
A good mixture of orange,<br />
gold and yellow double<br />
flowers on tall plants. The<br />
plants always look fresh<br />
and healthy.<br />
5515 - Nasturtium<br />
DWARF, Mix<br />
(Tropaeolum<br />
lobbianum)<br />
S. Apr.-May • C. Jul.-Sep.<br />
A very versatile and vigorous<br />
plant in a good range<br />
of colors. Forms a compact<br />
bush.<br />
5600 - Verbena, Mix<br />
(Verbena<br />
hybrida)<br />
S. Feb.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Bright colorful plants which<br />
can be used as ground<br />
cover, edging or in containers<br />
and hanging baskets.<br />
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30 Flowers Climbers & Dried flowers<br />
2420 - Ornamental<br />
Pumpkins<br />
SMALL FRUITS,<br />
Mix (Cucurbita<br />
pepo)<br />
S. May • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Beautiful, small fruits<br />
are used for summer and<br />
autumn decorations.<br />
2422 - Ornamental<br />
Pumpkin Kobra<br />
(Cucurbita<br />
maxima)<br />
S. May • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Ornamental pumpkin with<br />
special fruit shape and<br />
colour.<br />
LONG-BLOOMING SUMMER<br />
Blooming and sweet-scented plants of our garden<br />
are of a short duration. However, some of them which<br />
we dry at the right moment can bring us delight for a<br />
long time.<br />
“Dry bouquets” can be made in a very simple way.<br />
The still closed flowers should be cut. The stems<br />
should be as long as possible. We form bouquets and<br />
hang them on the wall with flowers facing downwards<br />
to dry. They should not get wet. Such magical flower<br />
bouquets will nicely variegate the cold winter days.<br />
20<strong>08</strong> - Ammobium,<br />
White<br />
(Ammobium<br />
alatum)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Useful dried flower, producing<br />
masses of small<br />
white flowers with yellow<br />
centres.<br />
BEAUTIFUL AND INTERESTING CLIMBING<br />
PLANTS (CLIMBERS)<br />
Bleak walls of balconies, terraces, and houses, big<br />
fences and espaliers are variegated in the fastest<br />
way with annual climbing plants. On green surfaces<br />
which they create while climbing, there are different<br />
flowers blooming all summer long. Particularly simple<br />
is sowing of Tropaeolum. It grows horizontally and<br />
also hangs downwards, and its leaves and fruits are<br />
even edible. All annual climbing plants are usually<br />
sown outdoor mid May.<br />
3810 - Morning Glory,<br />
Mix (Ipomoea<br />
purpurea)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
An excellent climbing plant<br />
with large clear flowers.<br />
3720 - Helichrysum,<br />
Mix<br />
(Helichrysum<br />
monstrosum)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Excellent at the back of<br />
the border and an exceptional<br />
dried flower.<br />
5381 - Statice, Mix<br />
(Statice<br />
sinuata)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jull.-Oct.<br />
The mixture performs well<br />
in the border and makes a<br />
radiant dried flower.<br />
3812 - Morning Glory<br />
Heavenly Blue<br />
(Ipomoea<br />
purpurea)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jul.-Oct.<br />
An excellent climbing plant<br />
with large clear blue flowers;<br />
colour of Mediterranean<br />
sky.<br />
5452 - Thunbergia<br />
(Black-Eyed Susan),<br />
Mix (Thunbergia<br />
alata)<br />
S. Mar.-Apr. • F. Jun.-Oct.<br />
Annual climber. Also for<br />
hanging baskets.<br />
5474 - Nasturtium - Mix<br />
(Tropaeolum majus)<br />
S. Apr.-Maj • C. Jul.-Oct.<br />
Very easily grown, versatile<br />
plants, flowering freely<br />
throughout the summer.<br />
Happiest in sunny position,<br />
can be used to cover<br />
banks, fences and hedges,<br />
provide colour in beds,<br />
borders, and pots and trail<br />
from hanging baskets.<br />
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2070 - Hollyhock, Mix<br />
(Althea rosea)<br />
S. Mar.-May • F. Jun.-Sep.<br />
Large Hibiscus shaped<br />
flowers: give height to the<br />
back of the border or plant<br />
to screen a fence.<br />
Biennials & Perennials<br />
5720/1 - Pansy, Red<br />
with Eye<br />
(Viola<br />
tricolor)<br />
S. Jun-Aug. • F. Sep.,<br />
Mar.-Jun.<br />
Ideal flowers for bedding,<br />
all types of containers and<br />
hanging baskets.<br />
31 Flowers<br />
2150 - Aquilegia<br />
(Columbine),<br />
Mix (Aquilegia<br />
vulgaris)<br />
S. Feb.-Mai • C. Mai-Jun.<br />
Perennial. Long spurred<br />
blooms make excellent cut<br />
flowers.<br />
2570 - Daisy, Mix<br />
(Bellis<br />
perennis)<br />
S. Jun.-Jul. • F. Sep.-Oct.,<br />
Apr.-Jul.<br />
Biennial. Produces a mass<br />
of fully double, quilled,<br />
miniature button-like flowers.<br />
5720/2 - Pansy, Blue<br />
with Eye<br />
(Viola<br />
tricolor)<br />
S. Jun-Aug. • F. Sep.,<br />
Mar.-Jun.<br />
Ideal flowers for bedding,<br />
all types of containers and<br />
hanging baskets.<br />
<strong>36</strong>75 - Gypsophila,<br />
White<br />
(Gypsophila<br />
paniculata)<br />
S. Feb.-Jul. • F. Jul-Aug.<br />
Perennial. Produces a<br />
mass of miniature white<br />
flowers. Perfect for dry<br />
arrangements.<br />
<strong>26</strong>78 - Campanula,<br />
Mix<br />
(Campanula<br />
medium)<br />
S. May-Jul. • F. May-Aug.<br />
Biennial. Classic cottage<br />
garden plant.<br />
5720/3 - Pansy,<br />
Yellow with<br />
Eye (Viola<br />
tricolor)<br />
S. Jun-Aug. • F. Sep.,<br />
Mar.-Jun.<br />
Ideal flowers for bedding,<br />
all types of containers and<br />
hanging baskets.<br />
42<strong>08</strong> - Lunaria, Mix<br />
(Lunaria<br />
annua)<br />
S. Mar.-Jun. • F. Apr.-May<br />
Perennial. Lovely garden<br />
and dried flower.<br />
2813 - Wallflower, Mix<br />
(Cheiranthus<br />
cheirii)<br />
S. May-Jul. • F. Apr.-Jul.<br />
The most popular spring<br />
bedding item - very fragrant.<br />
5720/5 - Pansy,<br />
Yellow (Viola<br />
tricolor)<br />
S. Jun-Aug. • F. Sep.,<br />
Mar.-Jun.<br />
Ideal flowers for bedding,<br />
all types of containers and<br />
hanging baskets.<br />
4189 - Lupin Russel,<br />
Mixed<br />
(Lupinus<br />
polyphyllus)<br />
S. Nov.-Jul. • C. May-Jul.<br />
Perennial. A wonderful<br />
mixture of colors. Looks<br />
superb in a group.<br />
3133 - Dianthus, Mix<br />
(Dianthus<br />
barbatus)<br />
S. Apr.-Jun. • F. Jun.-Jul.<br />
Useful flowering plant for<br />
borders, edging and containers.<br />
5888 - Pansy, Mix<br />
(Viola tricolor)<br />
S. Jun-Aug. • F. Sep.,<br />
Mar.-Jun.<br />
Ideal flowers for bedding,<br />
all types of containers and<br />
hanging baskets.<br />
3205 - Carnation, Mix<br />
(Dianthus<br />
caryophyllus)<br />
S. Apr.-Jun. • F. Jun.-Aug.<br />
Large double blooms in<br />
mixed colors. Sweet scent!<br />
4359 - Forget-Me-Not,<br />
Mix (Myosotis<br />
alpestris)<br />
S. Jun.-Aug. • F. Mar.-Jun.<br />
Biennial with large flowers:<br />
they spread and fill<br />
gaps quickly, looking good<br />
alongside tulips and pansies.<br />
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32 The Flavour of the Mediteran<br />
Do you want to feel like you are under<br />
the blue Mediterranean sky?<br />
You can create your own “Mediterranean garden” with<br />
the seeds from the <strong>Semenarna</strong> Ljubljana line<br />
“THE FLAVOUR OF THE MEDITERAN”.<br />
5 - Culiflower Di Sicilia<br />
Violetto<br />
(Brassica oleracea L.<br />
var. botrytis)<br />
Large plant produces medium<br />
sized violet head.<br />
Matures 110-120 days after<br />
planting.<br />
520 - Tomato »Cocktail«<br />
Supersweet 100 F1<br />
(Lycopersicum<br />
esculentum)<br />
Is a staked hybrid plant<br />
that produces long strands<br />
of up to and over 100 supersweet<br />
flavored cherry tomatoes<br />
(1 inch in diameter),<br />
extra-high in Vitamin<br />
C and great for salads.<br />
706 - Squash Tonda<br />
Chiara di<br />
Toscana<br />
(Cucurbita pepo)<br />
Round light green tasty<br />
fruits.<br />
1072 - Basil Piccolino<br />
(Ocimum<br />
basilicum)<br />
Annual with small goodscented<br />
leaves, needing a<br />
sunny spot in the garden<br />
or terrace.<br />
1095 - Oregano<br />
(Origanum<br />
vulgare)<br />
A bushy perennial plant<br />
up to 50 cm tall with oval,<br />
pointed leaves, attractive<br />
to butterflies and bees.<br />
For flavoring pizzas, omelets<br />
and meat.<br />
87 - Kale Nero di<br />
Toscana precoce<br />
(Brassica oleracea L.)<br />
Wrinkled dark green (almost<br />
black) leaves with<br />
an excellent sweet flavour<br />
which improves after a<br />
frost. Great cooked with<br />
pasta, in soup. Best when<br />
harvested in cold weather.<br />
182 - Carrot »Harlequin<br />
Mix« F1<br />
(Daucus carota L. )<br />
Highly attractive Nantes<br />
variety with an unusual<br />
mix of colours, from purple<br />
to orange to yellow and<br />
white. Perfect eaten raw<br />
for crudités.<br />
707 - Squash Butternut<br />
Avalon F1<br />
(Cucurbita<br />
moschata)<br />
Butternut Squash is increasing<br />
in popularity because of its<br />
wide range of uses. The early<br />
ripening, short, orange fleshed<br />
fruits have a delicious buttersweet<br />
flavour and are especially<br />
good when used for baking.<br />
Excellent long term storage.<br />
7<strong>08</strong> - Squash Sweet<br />
Dumpling F1<br />
(Cucurbita pepo)<br />
A sweet, mini sized winter<br />
squash. It’s light orange<br />
flesh is sweet and tender.<br />
It produces prolifically<br />
on fairly short vines and<br />
stores well. About 105<br />
days.<br />
1096 - Lovage<br />
(Levisticum<br />
officinale)<br />
Tall perennial plant with<br />
leaves to flavor food.<br />
1097 - Chervil<br />
(Anthriscus<br />
cerefolium)<br />
Chervil is a delicate annual<br />
herb used to season<br />
mild-flavoured dishes.<br />
Prefers a cool and moist<br />
location; otherwise it rapidly<br />
goes to seed.<br />
<strong>36</strong>0 - Roman Lettuce<br />
(Lactuca sativa)<br />
This is a popular romaine<br />
lettuce. Large, elongated<br />
head, with light green<br />
leaves.<br />
<strong>36</strong>2 - Lettuce<br />
GENTILINA<br />
(Lactuca sativa)<br />
Looseleaf Italian type.<br />
Plants produce ruffled,<br />
leafy, bolt-resistant heads.<br />
709 - Squash Muscat<br />
de Provence<br />
(Cucurbita<br />
moschata)<br />
Flattened extremely fruits<br />
have a smooth orange terracotta<br />
finish. It has deep ridges<br />
and very sweet flesh. A most<br />
excellent storage variety! The<br />
finest “Cheese Wheel” type<br />
Pumpkin/Squash for eating<br />
you will find!<br />
711 - Ornamental<br />
gourd «Maya<br />
Mix»<br />
(Cucurbita pepo)<br />
The rambling plants will<br />
produce varicoloured<br />
fruits in different shapes<br />
for unusual winter<br />
decoration.<br />
<strong>36</strong>98 - Helenium<br />
Goldfield<br />
(Helenium<br />
amarum)<br />
Very easy growing flower<br />
producing a mass of bright<br />
golden yellow flowers.<br />
<strong>36</strong>97 - Sunflower<br />
Waooh<br />
(Helinathus<br />
annuus)<br />
Semi dwarf, long living<br />
flower. A profusion of superb<br />
golden yellow flowers<br />
contrasting with dark<br />
green ornamental foliage.<br />
506 - Tomato Balcony<br />
Yellow F1<br />
(Lycopersicum<br />
esculentum)<br />
A compact bush tomato,<br />
forming tasty yellow<br />
cherry tomatoes. Ideal<br />
for pots!<br />
712 - Lagenaria<br />
(Lagenaria siceraria<br />
»longissima«)<br />
Italian vegetable used like<br />
Summer squash if picked half<br />
ripe. Has a rich full flavor. The<br />
Italians say they can build a<br />
banquet around a Lagenaria.<br />
Bake with fresh tomatoes, basil<br />
and olive oil, top with cheese.<br />
Lagenarias do best if supported<br />
and allowed to climb.<br />
6022 - Mediterranean<br />
mixture of<br />
flowers<br />
A delightful, easily grown<br />
selection producing a<br />
colourful array of flowers<br />
throughout the summer.<br />
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The Scent of Asia in your garden<br />
Do you want to enjoy healthy, spicy and<br />
exotic Asian food?<br />
With the seeds from the <strong>Semenarna</strong> Ljubljana line “THE SCENT<br />
OF ASIA IN YOUR GARDEN” you have the opportunity to grow the<br />
vegetable for creating ASIAN dishes in your own garden.<br />
713 - Squash Delica<br />
F1 (Cucurbita<br />
maxima)<br />
The sweetest and most distinctive<br />
nutty tasting of the ‘kabocha’ type<br />
squashes. Flattened dark green 3<br />
lb fruits with delicious deep yellow<br />
flesh. Stores extremely well - for<br />
up to 6 months in a frost-free but<br />
cool shed or garage - and ideal for<br />
baking and roasting. Plants have<br />
a trailing habit.<br />
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1098 - Okra<br />
(Abelmoschus<br />
esculentus)<br />
Is a annual flowering<br />
plant, growing to 2 m tall,<br />
valued for its edible green<br />
fruits. The immature fruits<br />
are used for soups, canning<br />
and stews or as a<br />
fried or boiled vegetable.<br />
80 - Pak-Choi<br />
(Brassica<br />
campestris)<br />
Compact plants with round<br />
smooth leaves and thick<br />
pure white stalks. Centre<br />
leaves are excellent used<br />
raw in salads and other<br />
leaves can be used for frying<br />
or lightly braised.<br />
1071 - Sand rocket<br />
(Diplotaxis<br />
tenuifolia)<br />
Is a broadleaved herbaceous<br />
plant with a deep<br />
tap root.<br />
1099 - Coriander<br />
(Coriandrum<br />
sativum)<br />
A feathery annual, with<br />
clusters of spicy seeds<br />
used in curries.<br />
317 - Radish Mixed<br />
»Easter Egg«<br />
(Raphanus<br />
sativus)<br />
Globe-shaped roots in a<br />
delightful array of pink,<br />
red, lavender, scarlet and<br />
white. The interior flesh is<br />
crispy and mild. Matures<br />
in 28 days. Easy to grow<br />
and fun for any age to try.<br />
341 - Radish<br />
(DAIKON)<br />
Minowase<br />
Summer<br />
Cross Nr. 3<br />
F1 (Raphanus<br />
sativus)<br />
Long white radish (45-50<br />
cm). Use sliced in autumn<br />
and winter salads. Delicious<br />
as stews and soups.<br />
401 - Asia Leaf<br />
Vegetables Mix<br />
Asia mix of Mizuna Early,<br />
Tatsoi, Red Giant, Kailaan<br />
(all Brassica sp.).<br />
Use the nutritious, mild,<br />
mustardy leaves in salads<br />
or stir-fry.<br />
1073 - Holy Basil<br />
(TULSI)<br />
(Ocimum<br />
sanctum)<br />
Annual with small goodscented<br />
leaves, needing a<br />
sunny spot in the garden<br />
or terrace.<br />
1074 - Thai basilicum<br />
(Ocimum sp.)<br />
Annual with small goodscented<br />
leaves, needing a<br />
sunny spot in the garden<br />
or terrace.<br />
1201 - Golden<br />
purslane<br />
(Portulaca<br />
sativa)<br />
Annual growing and frost<br />
tender. The young leaves<br />
are an addition to salads.<br />
The leaves have a sour flavor,<br />
a spicy and somewhat<br />
salty taste.<br />
2406 - China aster<br />
Matsumoto<br />
Mix (Callistephus<br />
chinensis)<br />
‘Matsumoto’ is noted for<br />
its showy flowers with yellow<br />
centers and petals in<br />
shades of purple, pink,<br />
red, and white.<br />
601 - Welsh onion<br />
(Scaliion, Spring<br />
onion, Green<br />
onion) (Allium<br />
fistulosum)<br />
The Welsh onion does not<br />
develop bulbs, and possesses<br />
hollow leaves and<br />
scapes. The Welsh onion is<br />
widely used in cooking. It<br />
is often grown in a bunch<br />
as an ornamental plant.<br />
674 - Bitter melon (Balsam<br />
pear) (Momordica<br />
charantia)<br />
Is a tropical plant that is a thin,<br />
climbing vine with long, stalked<br />
leaves and long, cucumbershaped<br />
fruit that hangs like a pendulum,<br />
with small bumps all over<br />
it. Taste very bitter and add an<br />
astringent or sour quality to foods.<br />
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34 The Scent of Asia in your garden<br />
<strong>26</strong>33 - Calendula<br />
(English<br />
Marigold)<br />
Indian Prince<br />
(Callendulla<br />
officinalis)<br />
Tall crimson backed orange<br />
marigold with mahogany<br />
centres, each flower has<br />
unique coloration.<br />
3832 - Ornamental<br />
rice »Black Madras«<br />
(Oryza sativa)<br />
Green-purple ornamental<br />
grass that keeps its very<br />
attractive aspect more<br />
than 4 months. Easy to<br />
grow.<br />
4711 - Phlox<br />
“Twinkles<br />
mix” (Phlox<br />
drummondii)<br />
Masses of star-shaped<br />
flowers in a well balanced<br />
range of colors. Blooms<br />
continuously all summer.<br />
Great for ground covering,<br />
rock gardens and edging.<br />
3831 - Lemon grass<br />
(Cymbopogon<br />
sp.)<br />
It is a grass with a citrus<br />
flavour and can be dried<br />
and powdered, or used<br />
fresh. Lemon grass is<br />
commonly used in teas,<br />
soups, and curries. It is<br />
also suitable for poultry,<br />
fish, and seafood.<br />
3833 - Ornamental<br />
California<br />
Bluebell (Phacelia<br />
camapnularia)<br />
Has intense deep blue<br />
colour of the bell-shaped<br />
flowers. The plant does<br />
well in poor sandy soil and<br />
makes a splendid pot plant.<br />
5411 - Tagetes<br />
“Orange<br />
Gem” (Tagetes<br />
tenuifolia)<br />
The plants are forming<br />
spreading bushes with<br />
countless branching<br />
stems. The flowers are<br />
small, but appear in such<br />
numbers that the plants<br />
are often totally covered<br />
with them.<br />
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“Organic” for a healthy nature and<br />
for the happiness of the people<br />
Every home garden (vegetable, fruit, and decorative with lawn) can be an organic, healthy<br />
garden in which no pestcides for the prevention of bothersome animals, fungi, and weeds, as<br />
well as synthetic fertilisers are used. In such a garden, we will always cultivate tasty and healthy<br />
vegetables and fruit, aromatic herbs, and exuberant flowers.<br />
WHAT IS ORGANIC FARMING<br />
Organic farming combines environmentally friendly, socially just, and economically justified<br />
production of food and raw materials.<br />
However, the basis of a successful organic farming is the care for the FERTILITY (FRUITFUL-<br />
NESS) OF THE SOIL.<br />
Organic farming is done in the way that nature (plants, animals, landscapes) is optimally<br />
considered and adapted to.<br />
With organic farming, synthetic fertilisers, pesticides and pharmaceutical products are<br />
NOT used, so the farmers and gardeners are INDEPENDENT. Thus, with the consideration of<br />
nature and thanks to nature itself, we are producing a lot of healthy and tasty food.<br />
Organic farming is defined around the world with internationally adopted laws, regulations,<br />
and directives. However, the regulations can differ from country to country in certain details<br />
because social and economical, geoclimatic, and cultural conditions inside a specific<br />
country must be considered.<br />
We are organic gardeners because we want to live healthily and rich, as well as protect<br />
our environment and nature.<br />
It is thus once again ascertained that the essence of organic farming is the ability to<br />
listen to the nature and to take care of the soil fertility.<br />
Carrot Nantaise<br />
amelioree 2<br />
This carrot needs deep soil<br />
rich in humus, fertilised with<br />
compost. Grow carrots with<br />
onion or leek, because they<br />
protect each other from the<br />
attack of harmful flies or<br />
moths. Good neighbours<br />
are also peas (because<br />
they loosen the soil), tomato,<br />
chicory, radishes,<br />
and chard.<br />
Parsley Comun 2<br />
It has plenty of smooth and<br />
aromatic leaves (they contain<br />
essential oils, plenty of<br />
minerals and vitamins A, B,<br />
and C) which we often harvest<br />
so that there is as few<br />
stems as possible. Must be<br />
sown on a different garden<br />
bed each year. Good neighbours<br />
are tomato, onion,<br />
and radishes.<br />
Beetroot Detroit 2<br />
We fertilise beetroot with<br />
broth made of comfrey<br />
which contains potassium<br />
which is necessary particularly<br />
for the development of<br />
roots. The groundcover is<br />
preserving the moisture of<br />
the soil. Good neighbours<br />
for beetroot are kohlrabi,<br />
lettuce, cucumbers, and<br />
peas.<br />
Radish Saxa 2<br />
It demands fine soil which<br />
is rich in humus and always<br />
evenly moist. Good neighbours<br />
are cress, lettuce,<br />
beans, tomato, spinach,<br />
cabbage, and carrot. Radish<br />
can be grown in the vicinity<br />
of other vegetables or<br />
flowers everywhere in the<br />
garden.<br />
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Lettuce “Ljubljanska<br />
ledenka”<br />
This is a Slovenian summer<br />
ICEBERG lettuce with compact<br />
yellow-green heads with<br />
wavy and serrated leaves. It<br />
tolerates summer heat and<br />
it takes long before it bolts. It<br />
can be planted in every sunny<br />
spot as “gap filler”. In mixed<br />
crop, it grows excellently with<br />
carrots, spinach, beans, and<br />
onion.<br />
Lettuce Salad Bowl, Mix<br />
This is a iceberg lettuce with a<br />
voluminous and open rosette.<br />
It does not form heads. The rosettes<br />
are red and green with<br />
gentle leaves in the shape<br />
of an oak-tree leaf. We cut<br />
only the leaves or the whole<br />
rosettes. It does not bolt, so<br />
we have fresh lettuce in our<br />
garden from spring to autumn.<br />
The lettuce needs compost<br />
and enough moisture. It<br />
should grow with the following<br />
good neighbours: radish,<br />
kohlrabi, spinach, cabbage,<br />
tomato, beans, and onion.<br />
Chicory Palla Rossa 2<br />
This is early chicory which<br />
forms a red round head. It is<br />
sensitive to cold. It demands<br />
first-class garden soil. It has<br />
excellent taste and its bitter<br />
ingredients are regulating digestion,<br />
stimulating blood circulation<br />
and metabolism.<br />
Chicory Zuccherina Di<br />
Trieste<br />
It has light green, smooth, and<br />
soft leaves. In spring may develop<br />
small green, pointed heads.<br />
It should be sown densely from<br />
spring to autumn, so that the<br />
leaves remain gentle. It over winters.<br />
Good neighbours are tomato,<br />
pole beans, carrot, lettuce,<br />
and summer savory. However,<br />
its bad neighbour is parsley.<br />
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Chicory Grumolo Verde<br />
This chicory forms a rosette<br />
with green compact leaves in<br />
spring. Tasty chicory leaves<br />
which contain plenty of vitamins<br />
(A, B1, B2, and C) and<br />
minerals (calcium, phosphorus,<br />
iron, potassium, magnesium)<br />
are great as a salad. Its<br />
good neighbours are tomato,<br />
pole beans, lettuce, carrot,<br />
and dill.<br />
Endive Bionda a cuore<br />
pieno<br />
This is a summer variety with<br />
big, cumular yellow-green<br />
rosettes. Warm places and<br />
appropriately moist soil suit<br />
it best. In crop rotatition, it<br />
follows early brassicas, early<br />
potato, peas, dwarf beans,<br />
onion, and beetroot.<br />
Cress Comune<br />
This is a very fast-growing plant<br />
rich in various vitamins (mostly<br />
in vitamin C), calcium, iron,<br />
and iodine. It is of a refreshingly<br />
spicy taste because it contains<br />
mustard oil. It is sown each year<br />
in the open air and during winters<br />
in the apartments on window<br />
shelves. When it reaches<br />
the height of 10 cm, it should<br />
be cut. It is overgrowing fast. It<br />
is a good neighbour to radish<br />
with which they positively influence<br />
each other’s aromas.<br />
Spinach Matador<br />
This is a fast-growing variety suitable<br />
for autumn or spring sowing.<br />
It has big dark green and shiny<br />
leaves rich in vitamin C and iron. It<br />
grows well in a moist soil rich in humus<br />
(the soil should be covered so<br />
that there remains enough moisture<br />
in it). The smell of spinach prevents<br />
pests from attacking so there<br />
should be some plants all over the<br />
garden. After the harvesting, the<br />
roots should be left in the ground.<br />
Leek Carentan 3<br />
The white part of the stem of the<br />
leek Carentan is medium long,<br />
thick, and slightly onion-shaped on<br />
the bottom part. It passes the winter<br />
excellently. It grows best on fertile,<br />
deep soil fertilised with compost.<br />
Against a leek moth (the damage<br />
is done by the larva) it should be<br />
sprinkled with horsetail tea. Good<br />
neighbours are particularly the carrot<br />
and also celery, tomato, lettuce,<br />
brassicas, and strawberries.<br />
Tomato Oxheart<br />
The soil should be rich in humus<br />
and well fertilised. The<br />
fruits are characteristically<br />
“heart-shaped”, fleshy, and<br />
shiny red. They are tasty and<br />
healthy because of the abundance<br />
of vitamins, minerals,<br />
and fruit acids.<br />
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Cucumbers Marketmore<br />
These tasty salad cucumbers<br />
are suitable for cultivation<br />
in the open air. Dark<br />
green wart-shaped fruits are<br />
around 20 to 25 cm long.<br />
Cucumbers need well fertilised<br />
soil, a lot of warmth and<br />
water (the soil should be covered<br />
with black foil, straw, or<br />
maize straw), and lee area.<br />
Pumpkins Vegetable<br />
Marrow Partim<br />
The pumpkins are greenish<br />
white and tasty. Should be<br />
harvested regularly so that<br />
they form new flowers. They<br />
grow on a bush. They prefer<br />
warmer, lee areas and extensively<br />
fertilised soil. They<br />
should always be watered<br />
under the leaves. They can<br />
also be cultivated in a greenhouse<br />
or under a tunnel. A<br />
good neighbour to pumpkins<br />
is sweet corn.<br />
Beans Borlotto Lingua<br />
Di Fuoco<br />
This is a dwarf bean which is<br />
medium early, grows up to 50<br />
cm high and is for grain production.<br />
Flatly-round yellowgreen<br />
husks have red stripes.<br />
Grains are light cream brown<br />
with red stripes. Besides sowing<br />
in lines, we can also plant<br />
them into small holes (around<br />
5 to 8 seeds) with 45 cm<br />
of planting distance. Good<br />
neighbours are cucumbers,<br />
potatoes, brassicas, radish,<br />
beetroot, celery, tomato, and<br />
summer savory which drives<br />
away lice and improves the<br />
taste of the beans.<br />
Peas Rondo<br />
This is an mid early medium<br />
high variety. The husks are<br />
dark green and long (10-12<br />
cm). The grains are oblong,<br />
wrinkled, and very tasty. After<br />
the harvesting, the roots<br />
should remain in the ground<br />
and the rests of the pea<br />
plants used as covering and<br />
compost. Good neighbours<br />
are carrots, cucumbers, lettuce,<br />
cabbage, and dill.<br />
LENTIL (Lens culinaris)<br />
The lentil is an annual legume<br />
which reaches 50-70<br />
cm in height with evenly<br />
feathery leaves. The flowers<br />
develop in the leaf pits. The<br />
husk is small and contains<br />
1-3 small reddish seeds. It<br />
ripens in approximately 100<br />
days after the sowing (when<br />
the husks get some colour).<br />
It should be sown on a sunny<br />
place. The lentil contains<br />
a lot of proteins (essential<br />
amino acids), good carbohydrates,<br />
up to 2% of oil, vitamins<br />
from the B group, iron,<br />
calcium, potassium, phosphorus,<br />
and zinc. Red lentil<br />
is extremely aromatic (the<br />
shell) and is used mainly for<br />
soups and stews.<br />
Chick-pea<br />
(Cicer arietinum)<br />
The Chick-pea is a very demanding<br />
grain legume as far<br />
as warmth is concerned. It<br />
tolerates dry and hot summers<br />
very well. Because it is<br />
sensitive to cold, it should be<br />
sown in the second half of<br />
May. The fruit is an extremely<br />
short husk of a pale yellow<br />
colour. The grains are eaten<br />
similarly as peas. The chickpea<br />
enriches the soil with<br />
nitrogen.<br />
Rocket<br />
The rocket is sown from April<br />
to August, so that we have<br />
fresh tasty leaves on our disposal<br />
from spring to autumn.<br />
Rocket grows up to 40 cm<br />
in height. The leaves are cut<br />
over and over again, just like<br />
with parsley. It is an aromatic<br />
plant of a specific taste which<br />
is suitable for salads, as well<br />
as an extra to various dishes.<br />
Basil Genovese<br />
The basil Genovese is an annual<br />
plant which grows in a<br />
form of a 50 cm high bush. It<br />
has bigger light green and aromatic<br />
leaves which are added<br />
to vegetables, salads, meat,<br />
and tomato sauces. Basil<br />
soothes crams in the stomach<br />
and intestines; a tea made<br />
from it relaxes the nerves. Its<br />
good neighbours in the garden<br />
are tomatoes and cucumbers.<br />
It can also be planted in<br />
small pots. It likes sunny places<br />
and soil rich in humus.<br />
California bluebell<br />
(Phacelia tanacetifolia)<br />
California bluebell, an indispensable<br />
plant in every<br />
BIOGARDEN, is an exuberantly<br />
growing plant which<br />
does not transmit diseases,<br />
prevents nematodes, and<br />
with its purple flowers attracts<br />
many useful insects<br />
(especially bees), as well as<br />
decorates our garden. It is<br />
sown from spring to autumn,<br />
in rotating crops after any<br />
type of vegetables.<br />
Mixture for seed for<br />
green manure<br />
The mixture is composed of<br />
varieties which are fast-growing,<br />
create a lot of exuberant<br />
green mass, and enrich the<br />
soil with organic substances<br />
and nitrogen. It should be<br />
sown from spring to autumn<br />
after any type of vegetables.<br />
Only after approx. seven<br />
weeks, the exuberant green<br />
mass should be racked<br />
into the soil. After that, we<br />
continue with the sowing or<br />
transplanting of the vegetables.<br />
The advantage of green<br />
manure in the BIOGARDEN<br />
is that increases the humus<br />
and nutritional substances in<br />
the soil, improves the structure<br />
of the soil, prevents the<br />
washing away of nutritional<br />
substances and prevents<br />
weed to grow.<br />
Calendula flower, Mix<br />
(Calendula officinalis)<br />
An annual indispensable<br />
flower of the BIOGARDEN with<br />
gold-yellow and orange flowers.<br />
The plant is compact and<br />
strongly branched. It is also<br />
sown scattered around the<br />
whole garden, particularly<br />
among the vegetables, because<br />
it has beneficial effects<br />
on the soil and the growing<br />
vegetables. It prevents snails<br />
from eating the leaves due to<br />
its strong smell. For decoration<br />
to put in a vase, the plants<br />
should be cut before the flowers<br />
are open fully. It is cultivated<br />
also as a medicinal plant.<br />
Tagetes, Mix<br />
(Tagetes erecta)<br />
The flowers are yellow, orange,<br />
red-brown and have a<br />
specific smell. It blooms early<br />
and decorates our beds, borders,<br />
balconies, and terraces<br />
up to late autumn. Tagetes<br />
is one of the most important<br />
flowers of the natural BIOG-<br />
ARDEN: it covers the soil,<br />
drives away the pests, balances<br />
soil fertility, and has beneficial<br />
effects on the health of<br />
the vegetables (it impedes the<br />
development of parasitic fungi).<br />
Thus, it should be growing<br />
scattered around the whole<br />
garden. Usually, it is planted<br />
with the tomato, potato, onion,<br />
and in the vicinity of roses.<br />
It is blooming exuberantly<br />
also on poorer ground and the<br />
flowers are resistant to rain.<br />
Nasturtium, Mix<br />
(Tropaeolum majus)<br />
Annual plant with long,<br />
climbing, exuberantly blooming<br />
sprouts (yellow, orange,<br />
red). It grows everywhere<br />
(prefers not to fertile soil)<br />
and on the sun or in a halfshade.<br />
It protects the vegetables<br />
from lice, snails,<br />
caterpillars, and mice. In a<br />
BIOGARDEN, nasturtium is a<br />
good neighbour of tomatoes,<br />
potatoes, pole beans, roses,<br />
and fruit trees. With the<br />
flower stems, extraordinary<br />
bouquets can be formed.<br />
Also edible. The leaves with<br />
slightly “cress-like” taste<br />
are plucked fresh for a salad<br />
and also used as an extra to<br />
cottage cheese. The closed<br />
buds and unripe green seeds<br />
are being preserved in vinegar<br />
and used as a replacement<br />
of capers.<br />
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Sprouts for a healthy life<br />
BioValentin Sprouts<br />
Healthy and FRESH sprouts should become a part of our daily menu!<br />
SPROUTS CAN BE USED IN MANY DIFFERENT WAYS: FOR SALADS, SPREADS FOR<br />
CANAPÉS, STEWED DISHES, AND EXTRAS TO DISHES, SOUFFLÉS, AND OM-<br />
ELETTES.<br />
THEY HAVE VARIOUS TASTES, HIGH NUTRITIONAL VALUE, AND VARIEGATE OUR<br />
MENUES.<br />
SPROUTS HAVE EXTREMELY POSITIVE EFFECTS ON OUR HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.<br />
Sprouts contain high quantities of:<br />
• Vitamins<br />
Above all, they contain high quantities of vitamins C and A which are antioxidants.<br />
Half a glass of most types of sprouts contains more vitamin C than six<br />
glasses of orange juice. On the whole, sprouts are rich also in vitamins of group<br />
B.<br />
• Proteins<br />
In soya sprouts, there are 28% of proteins (in meat “only” 13% and in eggs “only”<br />
11 %).<br />
• Minerals<br />
With germination, the forms of minerals which are more difficult to digest are<br />
transformed into more easily digestible forms. Brassicas sprouts, e.g., have ten<br />
times more calcium than potato.<br />
• Essential substances<br />
Give the sprouts their nice smell.<br />
• Bitter substances<br />
Improve digestion.<br />
• Fibrines<br />
• Non-saturated fat acids<br />
• Other medicinal/therapeutic substances<br />
Lucerne, clover, and broccoli sprouts contain canavanine which increases the<br />
resistance against certain forms of cancer and estrogenes which increase bone<br />
growth and density, as well as prevent osteoporosis. Broccoli sprouts contain<br />
glucosinolates and isotiocianates which stimulate the production of various enzymes<br />
in the organism. Lucerne sprouts are the source of saponins which remove<br />
the harmful cholesterol and saturated fat acids, as well as stimulate the immune<br />
system of the organism.<br />
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We can cultivate sprouts ourselves<br />
SIMPLE CULTIVATION IN GLASSES<br />
For bigger and less demanding seeds: soya, lentil, green mung beans, sunflower,<br />
and lucerne.<br />
We need some glasses of various sizes (e.g., 0.72 l) and plastic covers of appropriate<br />
sizes in which we make some small holes.<br />
Germination procedures<br />
Washed seeds should be placed into a glass -a finger or two thick, water should be<br />
added, and everything covered with a perforated cover. The next morning, the water<br />
should be poured away and the seeds washed (once or twice). After the last washing,<br />
the glass should be turn downwards, so that the water can flow away. Then,<br />
it should be placed into a horizontal position on the selected place in the kitchen<br />
(room temperature). In the beginning, it can be placed in a darker place, but when<br />
the seeds start germinating (usually after two days), the sprouts need light. The<br />
seeds should be washed twice a day (in the morning and in the evening) with tap<br />
water which should have the room temperature and the smaller sprouts (e.g., the<br />
alfalfa ones) three times a day. Depending on the type of seeds, the sprouts can<br />
be consumed after two to five days. After the last washing, the glass should be left<br />
turned downwards for a longer period of time, so that all the water can flow away.<br />
We SHOULD NOT CONSUME mouldy sprouts or sprouts<br />
which have unpleasant smell or are unpleasant to<br />
look at.<br />
SEED GERMINATOR USAGE<br />
Seed germinators are composed of three trays placed one above another. They<br />
have a perforated bottom or outlet canal, so that the water can flow away into the<br />
lower collecting pot. Thus, the washing of the seeds is facilitated. The seed germinator<br />
is suitable for all types of seeds.<br />
The germination procedure in the seed germinator for alfalfa, radish, lentil,<br />
fennel, fenugreek, red cabbage, onion, sunflower, green mung peas etc.<br />
Cleaned/washed seeds should be left soaking for a night. We place them into the<br />
trays (around 15 g per tray) and place the trays one above another. Into the seed<br />
germinator, there should be added water from the top once a day. The trays are<br />
manufactured in this way that the sprouts are evenly moistened in all the trays. In<br />
the beginning, the seed germinator should be placed into a dark place on room<br />
temperature and after approximately two days, it must obligatory be placed in a<br />
light place. Depending on the type of sprouts, they can be consumed after four to<br />
twelve days. Before eating, they should be thoroughly washed.<br />
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38 Organic BioValentin Sprouts<br />
Organic buckwheat sprouts<br />
(Fagopyrum esculentum)<br />
Buckwheat sprouts have no distinctive taste. They contain high<br />
quantities of iron, potassium, and calcium, as well as other minerals.<br />
They are rich in lecithin and lysine (valuable proteins). The<br />
dishes must be well seasoned because the sprouts have no taste.<br />
They are added to soups and stews. With them, we can also fill in<br />
the tomato, red pepper, or marrows.<br />
Organic chinese leek sprouts<br />
(Allium tuberosum)<br />
Chinese leek sprouts have a slight taste of garlic. They are<br />
rich in vitamins (A, B, C, and E) and minerals, particularly<br />
in calcium, phosphorus, iron, and manganese. They have<br />
favourable effects on our health: among other things, they<br />
are decreasing cholesterol and strengthening the immune<br />
system of the organism. With Chinese chives sprouts, we<br />
can season the salads, as well as meat and fish dishes. They<br />
are delicious also in soups, omelettes, and in polenta. They<br />
should be added before the dishes are served.<br />
Organic broccoli calabrese sprouts<br />
(Brassica oleracea)<br />
Broccoli sprouts have a strong and slightly spicy taste. Broccoli<br />
sprouts contain, besides vitamins and minerals, high quantities<br />
of a phytochemical sulphoraphane which has preventive and<br />
chemoprotective effects (it reduces the influence of the chemicals<br />
which cause cancer and increases the resistance of the<br />
organism against the cancerous substances with the increasing<br />
of the activities of the detoxicating enzymes). Broccoli sprouts<br />
are suitable for salads, meat, vegetable and fish dishes, as well<br />
as dishes made of grain legumes. With it, we can variegate our<br />
sandwiches and spreads for canapés.<br />
Organic lentil sprouts<br />
(Lens esculentum)<br />
Lentil sprouts have a sweet taste of walnuts. Among all grain<br />
legumes, lentil is the most easily digestible. These sprouts<br />
contain high quantities of proteins (23 %) and are rich in vitamins<br />
(particularly in B1 and B2), as well as in potassium,<br />
phosphorus, and fluorine. They are decreasing cholesterol.<br />
They are used in fresh salads and uncooked dishes, vegetable<br />
stews, and soups. They are particularly tasty in egg, potato,<br />
rice, and millet dishes. They are added to cottage cheese mixtures<br />
and salty pastries.<br />
Organic onion sprouts<br />
(Allium cepa)<br />
Onion sprouts have a nice fresh, aromatic, and strong taste.<br />
They are extremely nutritious because they contain high quantities<br />
of amino acids, enzymes, vitamins A, B, and C, as well as<br />
calciu m, phosphorus, potassium, and suplhur. They have an<br />
antibiotic effect, strengthen the immune system, and stimulate<br />
digestion. FRESH onion sprouts can be added to dishes before<br />
they are served. With them, we can season the salads, meat<br />
and fish dishes; they are also extremely tasty in soups, sauces,<br />
omelettes, and in polenta.<br />
Organic alfalfa sprouts<br />
(Medicago sativa)<br />
Are extremely tasty (crispy, soft, and fresh). They contain high<br />
quantities of proteins. While germinating, their quantity increases<br />
from 35 % to 40 %. The quantity of thiamine (vitamin B1)<br />
doubles, as well. Niacin, which is present in the sprouts in high<br />
quantities already, is present in these sprouts in a seven-timebigger<br />
quantity. The sprouts are rich in vitamins B2, E, K, D, and<br />
particularly in vitamin A (there is more vitamin A in the sprouts<br />
than in the carrots), as well as in phosphorus, calcium (five<br />
times more than in milk), magnesium, iron, potassium, and sulphur.<br />
Lucerne sprouts freshen up the dishes and are also very<br />
decorative. They are suitable as a stuffing for omelettes and<br />
pancakes. They can also be consumed in other egg and potato<br />
dishes, in all fresh salads, and on cottage cheese canapés.<br />
Organic mustard sprouts<br />
(Sinapis alba)<br />
Mustard sprouts contain extremely high quantities of proteins<br />
(30 %) and oils. Furthermore, they contain vitamins A, B, and<br />
C, as well as potassium, iron, and phosphorus. Both mustard<br />
oils (sinalbin and sinigrin) are highly effective in the prevention<br />
of harmful bacteria development. They stimulate digestion and<br />
protect us from catching a cold. Mustard sprouts are used as a<br />
SPICE in sauces, soups, potato dishes, and various spreads for<br />
canapés. They add a certain something to the salads. They can<br />
be mixed with other sprouts. Egg dishes with mustard sprouts<br />
are particularly delicious.<br />
Organic grain legume mixture sprouts<br />
Contents: 25 % LENTIL (Lens culinaris), 25 % PEAS (Pisum<br />
sativum), 20 % CHICK-PEAS (Cicer arietinum), 15 % GREEN<br />
MUNG BEANS (Vigna angularis), and 15 % AZUKI BEANS or<br />
SMALL RED BEANS (Vigna radiata).<br />
The sprouts represent a rich mixture of grain legume sprouts<br />
which contain high quantities of proteins, vitamins, and minerals.<br />
Because of their high nutritious value, they are an excellent<br />
substitute for meat. They have a slightly sweet taste.<br />
The sprouts are edible only if they are stewed or cooked (e.g.,<br />
in stews, soufflés, and vegetable pastries).<br />
Organic pea sprouts<br />
(Pisum sativum)<br />
Pea sprouts are rich in proteins, vitamins A, B1, B2, and D, as<br />
well as in potassium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, and other minerals.<br />
They are stimulating digestion. The sprouts are edible only<br />
if they are stewed or cooked (e.g., in stews and soufflés).<br />
Organic wheat sprouts<br />
(Triticum aestivum)<br />
Wheat sprouts have a slightly sweet taste. Because they<br />
contain, besides vitamins and minerals, various nutritional<br />
substances, they are placed among the almost perfect nutrients.<br />
With germination, the quantity of vitamins, particularly<br />
B1, B2, and E, as well as carotene, increases. They should<br />
be added fresh to cereals and fruit salads. However, they<br />
are also suitable for all kinds of vegetable dishes (soufflés,<br />
stews, and soups).<br />
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Organic beetroot sprouts<br />
(Beta vulgaris)<br />
BioValentin Sprouts<br />
Organic fennel sprouts<br />
(Foeniculum vulgare)<br />
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Beetroot sprouts are red violet and have a nice taste. They<br />
contain a lot of vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, C, and<br />
E) and minerals (calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium,<br />
potassium, zinc, and sulphur). They are strengthening the<br />
immune system and stimulating digestion. They are excellent<br />
for salads, as well as for meat, and vegetable and fish<br />
dishes.<br />
Fennel sprouts have a delicate taste, are aromatic and have<br />
a smell and taste of anise. When we are consuming them, we<br />
get the influence that we are drinking Pastis (anise liqueur<br />
from Provance) without alcohol. They are rich in vitamins E,<br />
A, and B, as well as in iron, calcium, and manganese. They<br />
are a diuretic and influence the decreasing of fats in the organism.<br />
The sprouts are used as a spice to fish dishes and<br />
pasta. They are also very tasty as an extra to bread slices.<br />
Organic cabbage sprouts<br />
(Brassica oleracea)<br />
Red cabbage sprouts have red stems and are very tasty. They<br />
are also very decorative. They contain a lot of minerals: calcium,<br />
iron, phosphorus, iodine, magnesium, potassium, zinc,<br />
and sulphur. They are strengthening the resistance of the organism<br />
and stimulating digestion. They are excellent for salads<br />
and egg dishes, as well as for sandwiches and spreads<br />
for canapés.<br />
Organic soy sprouts<br />
(Glycine max)<br />
Soy sprouts contain a lot of proteins which are as perfect as<br />
the milk ones, fats, vitamins, and minerals. When germinating,<br />
five times more riboflavin (vitamin B2) and thiamine (vitamin<br />
B1) are produced and twice as much niacin. Also iron,<br />
which the soy contains quite a lot, is transformed into the<br />
more easily digestible forms. The sprouts are edible only if<br />
they are stewed or cooked (e.g., in stews, soufflés, and vegetable<br />
pastries).<br />
Organic radish Daikon sprouts<br />
(Raphanus sativus)<br />
Radish Daikon sprouts have a distinctive aromatic and<br />
slightly spicy taste. They contain a lot of potassium, calcium,<br />
iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamins A, B1, B2, and<br />
C. They are strengthening the muscle tissues, improving the<br />
eyesight, have antiseptic effects, are stimulating the excretion<br />
of stomach juices and the activity of intestinal flora, improving<br />
digestion and strengthening the defensive power of<br />
the organism. They are excellent in cases of lack of appetite<br />
or digestion problems. They can be consumed in sauces,<br />
soufflés, egg dishes, with grilled meat and fish, cottage<br />
cheese dishes and spreads for canapés, as well as in lettuce<br />
and vegetable salads.<br />
Organic sunflower sprouts<br />
(Helianthus annuus)<br />
Sunflower sprouts have a taste of hazelnuts, so they are<br />
placed among the most tasteful sprouts. They contain proteins,<br />
carbohydrates, vitamins (A, B, E, C, and D), and minerals<br />
(magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and<br />
iron). They are strengthening the teeth and bones, and have<br />
soothing effects on muscle pains. Sunflower sprouts are consumed<br />
in salads, vegetable dishes, and on canapés.<br />
Organic radish Sango sprouts<br />
(Raphanus sativus)<br />
Radish Sango sprouts are RED-VIOLET and have a distinctive<br />
aromatic, slightly spicy taste. They contain high quantities of<br />
potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamins<br />
A, B1, B2, and C. They are strengthening the muscle<br />
tissues, improving the eyesight, have antiseptic effects, are<br />
stimulating the excretion of stomach juices and the activity<br />
of intestinal flora, improving digestion and strengthening the<br />
defensive power of the organism. They are excellent in cases<br />
of lack of appetite or digestion problems. They can be consumed<br />
in sauces, soufflés, egg dishes, with grilled meat and<br />
fish, cottage cheese dishes and spreads for canapés, as well<br />
as in lettuce and vegetable salads.<br />
Organic cress sprouts<br />
(Lepidium sativum)<br />
Garden cress sprouts have a distinctive aromatic taste. They<br />
contain high quantities of calcium and phosphorus, as well<br />
as vitamins A, B1, B2, and C. They are an excellent antibiotic.<br />
They are a diuretic and clean the blood. They are excellent in<br />
fighting against anaemia, bronchitis, and rheumatism. Furthermore,<br />
they work as an antidote to nicotine.<br />
Usage: They are best in tomato dishes, soups, vegetable<br />
soufflés, sauces, egg dishes, grilled meat and fish, cottage<br />
cheese dishes and as spreads on canapés, as well as in lettuce<br />
and vegetable salads as a vegetable or as a spice.<br />
Organic fenugreek sprouts<br />
(Trigonella foenum-graecum)<br />
Fenugreek sprouts are slightly spicy and of a uniquely refined<br />
taste. They contain a lot of mucilaginous substances, proteins,<br />
lecithin, and essential oils which are the cause of the<br />
plant’s distinctive smell. They are disinfecting the blood, liver,<br />
and kidneys. They are increasing the appetite and are excellent<br />
in fighting against anaemia and fatigue. The sprouts are<br />
used fresh as a spice for all kinds of rice (they supplement<br />
the seasoning mixture curry), soups, and salads.<br />
Organic green mung beans<br />
(green soya) sprouts<br />
(Vigna radiata)<br />
Green mung bean sprouts have a crispy and fresh taste. They<br />
are rich in proteins and starch. They do not contain oil. While<br />
germinating, the content of vitamins increases, significantly:<br />
there is five times more of riboflavin and ten times more of<br />
niacin. Furthermore, they are rich in vitamins E, A, and C, as<br />
well as in iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus.<br />
They are regulating cholesterol levels, as well as disinfecting<br />
the blood and liver.<br />
Usage: They are best as a vegetable in soufflés, rice, millet,<br />
and barley dishes, as a substitute of meat for sauces to pasta,<br />
as a stuffing for pasta (tortellini), in vegetable rolls and<br />
dumplings, in egg dishes, vegetable pastry, and pizzas.<br />
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40 Mini Mini Valentin<br />
Mini Valentin:<br />
for a childrens’ garden<br />
A kitchen garden is a place where vegetables, flowers, herbs, as well as weeds are growing. This<br />
garden can be small, very small, or as big as a field. On the garden beds, lettuce, carrots, beetroot,<br />
cabbage, cauliflower, peas, beans, and much more are growing. Of course, there must also be a<br />
beautiful flower or two, for example zinnia, which is blooming a long time and the butterflies like<br />
visiting her. On the kitchen garden, the life is very colourful. There is always something going on.<br />
WE ARE SOWING AND LAUGHING<br />
Early in spring, we cover the garden beds with Valentin envirofleece or with low tunnels.<br />
Because the soil is warmer under the cover, this stimulates seed germination. In a sunny spring<br />
day, when the air temperature draws nearer to 20°C, we should ventilate the tunnels. This is<br />
done in the way that on both ends, we lift the foil. During the growing time, the soil should be<br />
covered with young mown grass, straw, or leaves to prevent the water from evaporating. Such<br />
soils are even in the summers pleasantly cold and moist, and do not need frequent watering.<br />
“AND A LOT OF EVERYTHING,<br />
MINI VALENTIN WISHES YOU FOR THE END!”<br />
Carrot<br />
A carrot is very healthy. Among other things, it has favourable<br />
effects on the eyesight and bones. Young carrots should be<br />
plucked when the outside leaves start turning yellow.<br />
Sweet corn<br />
Sweet corn is a young vegetable which likes warm soil, so it<br />
is advisable to sow it onto the garden bed as late as in May.<br />
The corncobs are suitable for cooking and grilling when the<br />
grains are soft and a bit yellowish. Corncobs stripped off of<br />
their husks can be preserved in a plastic bag in the refrigerator<br />
for a week. After that time, they must be used. The entire<br />
corncobs are cooked or grilled. In the freezer, whole corncobs<br />
or just grains can be preserved.<br />
Beetroot<br />
A beetroot is the best natural medicine against anaemia. Its<br />
juice reduces body temperature and protects us from various<br />
virus diseases.<br />
Beetroot bulbs are pulled out of the soil when they are approximately<br />
3 centimetres in diameter.<br />
The giant pumpkin<br />
The giant pumpkin can only be the one which forms an extremely<br />
big head. The Prizewinner pumpkins are those which<br />
are red-orange, ribbed, and more or less round. They develop<br />
more than 5 metre long sprouts. They can weigh even 100 kg!<br />
On the inside, they have orange flesh which is used for the<br />
preparation of vegetable soups, various pies, and strudels.<br />
Radish<br />
A radish grows so fast that we are calling it a monthly radish.<br />
This means that from the sowing time to the harvest time, it<br />
is less than a month. The radish increases the appetite.<br />
If we do not hurry with plucking radishes, they turn spongy,<br />
empty, and spicy. They can be sown more times per year, but<br />
each time only as much as we can eat in a week.<br />
Sunflower<br />
Sunflowers are blooming from July to October. They grow very<br />
well on sunny places with dry soil fertilised with compost. In<br />
the summer, they should be watered and from time to time<br />
also fertilised.<br />
Lettuce Lollo Rossa<br />
& Lollo Bionda<br />
The Lollo Rossa and Lollo Bionda varieties are excellent lettuces<br />
which will variegate your dishes. You will cultivate red<br />
and green leaves. However, you should not forget that you<br />
can plant the young plants to an empty garden bed. The<br />
planting distance should be approximately 25 cm, and this<br />
applies also to the space between the lettuces in a line.<br />
Zinnia<br />
A beautiful zinnia grows from half a meter to one meter in<br />
height. Flower bouquets are red, yellow, orange, cream white,<br />
violet etc. We can admire them from July to the beginning of<br />
October. Take a look at the butterflies and see how intensely<br />
they are courting the beautiful zinnia! For fresh summer bouquets<br />
the flowers with completely opened flower bouquets<br />
should be cut.<br />
Spinach<br />
Nowadays, spinach is very popular and even children in their<br />
earliest time of life eat it. When preparing it for a dish, we<br />
throw away the leaf stems and use only the leaf surfaces.<br />
Spinach is very recommendable to eat also for diabetics and<br />
exhausted people. It should be eaten only freshly prepared,<br />
warming up of already prepared dishes with spinach should<br />
not be done.<br />
Helycrisum<br />
White, red, orange, yellow, or pink flowers (flower bouquets)<br />
decorate the flower bed from the summer to the beginning of<br />
autumn. A dry flower “blooms” also during the winter. For this<br />
purpose, the flower stems should be cut right before the flower<br />
bouquets open themselves. Then, these should be bound<br />
into bouquets and hanged in a garden shed or airy attic facing<br />
downwards.<br />
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Green manure and fodder plants<br />
California bluebell<br />
(Phacelia tanacetifolia)<br />
• the sowing time is from<br />
May until August;<br />
• after six to nine weeks,<br />
California bluebell is<br />
exuberant enough to be<br />
mown and pressed into<br />
the soil;<br />
• it does not over winter;<br />
• any type of vegetable<br />
can follow it because it<br />
is not related to any;<br />
• a great amount of green<br />
mass is cultivated;<br />
• the roots branch luxuriantly;<br />
• it does not transmit diseases,<br />
prevents nematodes,<br />
• and when it is blooming,<br />
it is an excellent<br />
bee pasture and beautifies<br />
the garden.<br />
“Biovrt” (Biogarden<br />
mixture)<br />
Mixture for green manure<br />
500 g for approx. 40 m 2<br />
Green manure<br />
- for every garden:<br />
(IMPROVE THE SOIL WITH GREEN PLANTS)<br />
• alternative fertilisation;<br />
• environmentally friendly;<br />
• it increases the nutritional substance stock and humus in the soil;<br />
• it improves the structure of the soil;<br />
• it limits the growth and development of weeds;<br />
• it enriches the life in and on the soil;<br />
• it creates the balance between different organisms;<br />
• it prevents washing away of nutritional substances;<br />
• it protects the soil from strong sunshine, wind, and rain;<br />
• we cultivate a lot of green mass with which we can cover the garden beds;<br />
• the roots of legumes get nitrogen from the air in the soil;<br />
• IT IS NATURAL.<br />
The seed mixture for green manure should be sown densely in every free space<br />
in the garden. Already after six to nine weeks, you can mow this exuberant<br />
vegetal mass, press it into the soil, and continue with sowing/planting of vegetables.<br />
The Biovrt (Biogarden)<br />
mixture is composed of<br />
various types of plants<br />
which are distinguished<br />
by a fast growth and a<br />
deep and branched root<br />
system. A well-developed<br />
root system ventilates and<br />
loosens the soil, as well as<br />
prevents the washing away<br />
of nutritional substances.<br />
The roots of fodder radish<br />
and white mustard excrete<br />
substances which divert<br />
the pests, while the forage<br />
legumes enrich the soil<br />
with nitrogen. The mixture<br />
is not cold resistant, so<br />
the exuberant green mass<br />
should be pressed into the<br />
soil in autumn or spring.<br />
In this way, the content<br />
of humus and nutritional<br />
substances in the soil is<br />
increased.<br />
Sowing time: from May until<br />
August.<br />
Ploughing in: from March<br />
until May and from September<br />
until October.<br />
Alfalfa 1 kg<br />
(Medicago sativa)<br />
1 kg for approx. 300 m 2<br />
ALFALAFA is a perennial forage legume which, with<br />
intensive cultivation, lasts up to four to five years of<br />
full use. It demands a well-prepared, deep, neutral,<br />
and fertile soil. It is sown from March until September<br />
1-2 cm deep. It gives excellent and tasty green<br />
fodder and hay. As the improver of the soil, it is important<br />
in the crop rotation.<br />
Alfalfa Krima 1 kg<br />
KRIMA is a Slovenian and<br />
European variety with thin<br />
stems and high share of<br />
broad and long leaves. It<br />
is an early variety which<br />
over winters well. It is<br />
medium resistant to diseases,<br />
tolerates drought<br />
extremely well, and gives<br />
good crops.<br />
Alfalfa OS 66 1 kg<br />
0S-66 is very popular<br />
variety which is very well<br />
adapted to our growing<br />
conditions. It gives reliable<br />
crops. The plants<br />
have gentle stems which<br />
are rich in leaves.<br />
Alfalfa Soča 1 kg<br />
SOČA is a Slovenian and<br />
European variety with<br />
long and gentle stems<br />
which are rich in medium<br />
broad and long leaves. It<br />
is a medium early variety<br />
which over winters well.<br />
In spring, it starts with its<br />
growth quite early and<br />
grows fast after mowing. It<br />
is also growing luxuriantly.<br />
41 Field crops<br />
Alfalfa ORCA 1 kg<br />
Alfalfa VERKO 1 kg<br />
Clower<br />
White clover 100 g<br />
(Trifolium repens)<br />
Sowing should be made in<br />
the amount of 12-14 kg/<br />
ha from March until mid<br />
April. It is a type of ordinary<br />
white clover which gives<br />
big harvest and is useful<br />
universally, for pasture, as<br />
well as for mowing. Sowing<br />
can be done as an independent<br />
sowing, as well as<br />
in a mixture with grasses.<br />
Red clover 1 kg<br />
(Trifolium pratense L.)<br />
RED CLOVER is a biennial<br />
or triennial forage legume<br />
which over winters very well.<br />
It does well in moist climate,<br />
on medium heavy and<br />
slightly acid soil. Sowing is<br />
done from March until September<br />
1-2 cm deep. It is<br />
sown as pure crops (15-20<br />
kg/ha) or in mixtures with<br />
grasses. In a whole year of<br />
growth, we can cultivate up<br />
to four mowing. The crop of<br />
purple clover (rich in proteins,<br />
minerals, and vitamins)<br />
together with grasses<br />
is used as quality fresh fodder,<br />
hay, or silage. As the<br />
improver of the soil, it is important<br />
in rotating crops. 1<br />
kg for approx. 450 m 2<br />
Birdsfoot trefoil 1 kg<br />
(Lotus corniculatus L.)<br />
BIRDSFOOT TREFOIL is a<br />
very resistant plant because<br />
it can endure on the fields<br />
for six and more years, and<br />
on the meadows, even up to<br />
twelve. It is not pretentious<br />
as to the climate and soil and<br />
does well in dry, as well as in<br />
moist conditions. It tolerates<br />
drought exceptionally well,<br />
passes the winter well, tolerates<br />
the spring cold and successfully<br />
prevents erosion. It<br />
is sown in mixtures with grass<br />
and clovers (12-15 kg/ha)<br />
for the formation or restoration<br />
of pastures and on fields<br />
for intensive pasturing-mowing<br />
usage. Mowing (pasturing)<br />
is done three to four<br />
times per year. It gives soft,<br />
easily digestible and tasty<br />
fodder with a relatively small<br />
content of cellulose which is<br />
especially suitable for dairy<br />
cow fodder because it gives<br />
milk which is low on fat. It<br />
does not cause flatulence to<br />
the pasturing livestock. 1 kg<br />
for approx. 500 m 2<br />
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42 Lawn Lawn seed<br />
Ground preparation for sowing<br />
Ground preparation is essential in order to obtain<br />
superior lawn. Before sowing we have to thoroughly<br />
loosen the soil, remove weeds, roots, stones and<br />
add slowly active special grass fertilizer (=Valentin<br />
fertilizer for lawn). We add sand to heavy or wet<br />
ground (a lot of clay) in order to make it more airy.<br />
We add peat and compost to sandy ground. By doing<br />
that we increase the ability of sandy ground to<br />
retain water and nutriments. After that we even and<br />
rake the surface in order to obtain well laid surface.<br />
Sowing<br />
We sow throughout the period of vegetation however<br />
avoiding the drought period. The most appropriate<br />
time for sowing is from the middle of April<br />
till the end of May and from the middle of August<br />
till the end of September. It is best to sow<br />
in cloudy or humid weather conditions.<br />
The box containing seed has to be well shaken<br />
before sowing.<br />
Methods of sowing:<br />
1. We divide the surface into several smaller<br />
parts. On each part we first sow half of the<br />
seeds starting from left to the right and the other<br />
half from top to bottom.<br />
2. We sow the seeds as evenly as possible<br />
throughout the surface.<br />
Using a wooden rake we slightly rake the sown<br />
surface in order to mix the seeds with soil and<br />
than flatten it. We may however cover the surface<br />
with a thin layer of sifted soil after sowing. We<br />
water the land after sowing and flattening to enable<br />
a good contact of seeds with the ground. If<br />
the vegetation conditions are good the grass seed<br />
germinates in 16-28 days.<br />
Mowing<br />
Regular mowing, which enhances the regeneration<br />
of grass is the best maintenance work.<br />
By mowing the grass thickens and gains an intensive<br />
green colour. We mow for the first time when<br />
the grass is 6-10 cm high cutting it above the<br />
height of 4-5 cm. Gradually we lower the height of<br />
mowing to 3-4 cm.<br />
It is important:<br />
• we regularly mow once a week or more but at<br />
least three times a month<br />
• we always mow at the same height at 2/3 of<br />
the grass height (removing 1/3 of leaf mass)<br />
• during the summer heat we mow less often and<br />
a little higher<br />
• we remove the mown residues from the lawn.<br />
Tivoli<br />
Universal lawn seed<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m 2<br />
0,5 kg for approx. 20 m 2<br />
5 kg for approx. 200 m 2<br />
TIVOLI is a grass mixture<br />
for lawns, recreation areas<br />
and parks. It forms<br />
beautiful, compact and<br />
hardwearing turf. It is also<br />
suitable for half-shady areas<br />
an performs well with<br />
less maintenance.<br />
Bled<br />
Lawn seed for sport<br />
grounds<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m2<br />
BLED seed lawn mixture<br />
is intended for gardens,<br />
parks, recreation areas<br />
and sport grounds. It is<br />
composed of high quality<br />
species of grass. It requires<br />
regular mowing, fertilizing<br />
and watering. It also very<br />
hardwearing and forms a<br />
durable lawn for years.<br />
Opatija<br />
Lawn seed for sunny areas<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m2<br />
0,5 kg for approx. 20 m2<br />
5 kg for approx. 200 m2<br />
OPATIJA lawn seed mixture<br />
is intended for gardens<br />
and parks. The turf grown<br />
from OPATIJA seed is suitable<br />
for sunny areas due<br />
to a special composition.<br />
Plants form stronger root<br />
system, which causes<br />
good growth, resistance<br />
and durability. It maintains<br />
a beautiful and durable<br />
turf for years with regular<br />
and adequate handling.<br />
Oaza<br />
Rapid grown lawn seed<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m2<br />
OAZA is a fast growing lawn<br />
seed mixture. It is suitable<br />
for gardens, recreation<br />
areas and sport grounds.<br />
Grows out into a thick and<br />
durable grass, very hardwearing.<br />
The grass mixture<br />
forms a beautiful and<br />
green lawn for more years,<br />
with regular and suitable<br />
maintenance.<br />
Osoja<br />
Lawn seed for shadow<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m2<br />
0,5 kg for approx. 20 m2<br />
5 kg for approx. 200 m2<br />
OSOJA is a special lawn<br />
seed mixture intended for<br />
sowing in shady areas. It is<br />
suitable for parks and gardens.<br />
It forms a compact<br />
and durable lawn if regular<br />
and suitable maintained.<br />
Mediteran<br />
Lawn seed for dry areas<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m2<br />
5 kg for approx. 200 m2<br />
MEDITERAN is a lawn<br />
seed mixture composed of<br />
seeds of special varieties<br />
of grass, adjusted to dry<br />
weather conditions. We<br />
use it for sunny areas of<br />
gardens, parks and sport<br />
grounds. It forms an intensive<br />
green lawn for years,<br />
with regular and suitable<br />
maintenance.<br />
Noblesse<br />
Prestige lawn seed<br />
1 kg for approx. 30 m2<br />
NOBLESSE is a special lawn<br />
seed mixture composed of<br />
high quality grass varieties.<br />
These are fast and low<br />
growing varieties that form<br />
a thick turf. Grass plants<br />
have fine and thin leaves,<br />
which enables them to<br />
form a soft grass carpet of<br />
intensive green colour. A<br />
speciality of this mixture<br />
is coated seed. Each seed<br />
is coated with special mass<br />
that forms a protective cover<br />
and contains nutrition.<br />
The enhanced absolute<br />
mass of the seed makes the<br />
sowing easier and above all<br />
reliable, whereas the seed<br />
has a better contact with<br />
the soil. Coated seed is protected<br />
during germination,<br />
which makes the seeds<br />
sprout better and young turf<br />
grows faster. Birds do not<br />
like coated seeds.<br />
Rožnik<br />
Mixture for blooming lawn<br />
1 kg for approx. 30 m2<br />
ROŽNIK lawn seed mixture<br />
is composed of high quality<br />
varieties of grass and<br />
different varieties of meadow<br />
flowers. The lawn has a<br />
natural and attractive look<br />
and contributes to conservation<br />
of biodiversity. The<br />
lawn containing meadow<br />
flowers should be mowed<br />
after blooming.<br />
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Pika<br />
Mixture with coated seeds<br />
for additional sowing<br />
PIKA is intended for additional<br />
sowing of smaller areas of already<br />
existing lawns. It is composed<br />
of fast and low growing<br />
varieties, which form a thick<br />
turf. A speciality of this mixture<br />
is coated seed. Each seed is<br />
coated with special mass that<br />
forms a protective cover and<br />
contains nutrition. The sowing<br />
is easier and above all reliable,<br />
whereas the seed has a<br />
better contact with the soil.<br />
Dihondra<br />
(Dihondra repens)<br />
300 g for approx. 20 m2<br />
Dihondra is a decorative plant<br />
with small green leaves in a<br />
shape of a heart which are<br />
1-1.5 cm in diameter and have<br />
small white flowers. It is appropriate<br />
for SHADY, as well<br />
as SUNNY areas. It tolerates<br />
drought exceptionally well. It<br />
grows well, where we have problem<br />
with lawn! It is sensitive<br />
to low temperatures so it does<br />
NOT over winter, except in warm<br />
areas. Dihondra gives the soil<br />
shade and prevents it from drying<br />
out, as well as impedes the<br />
development of weeds. Due<br />
to its low growth, mowing is<br />
NOT necessary. The seeds are<br />
coated, so sowing is easier and<br />
germination faster. The most<br />
appropriate time for sowing is in<br />
spring. The soil should be prepared<br />
as for a lawn.<br />
• Summer flower mix<br />
Seed mixture of annual, biennial,<br />
and perennial summer<br />
flowers (more than 40<br />
varieties).<br />
• Meadow flower mix<br />
Seed mixture of biennial<br />
and perennial meadow<br />
flowers (more than 40 varieties).<br />
100 g for approx. 100 m2<br />
When sowing a new lawn, the<br />
seeds from the mixture should<br />
be sown together with the seeds<br />
of meadow mixtures. Furthermore,<br />
flower seeds can be sown<br />
into the existing lawn. The mixture<br />
is composed of such seeds<br />
that the flowers are blooming<br />
from spring to autumn. The sowing<br />
should be done from April<br />
until September. The lawn with<br />
flowers should be mown from<br />
time to time. Fertilising is not<br />
necessary in a large amount.<br />
Lawn seed<br />
Valentin Sunny<br />
lawn seed mixture<br />
1 kg for approx. 50 m2<br />
The mixture is for gardens,<br />
parks, sport and recreation<br />
areas. The turf is<br />
suitable for sunny areas<br />
due to a special composition.<br />
The grass mixture<br />
forms a durable lawn with<br />
regular and suitable maintenance.<br />
Valentin Shadow<br />
lawn seed mixture<br />
1 kg for approx. 50 m2<br />
A special mixture for sowing<br />
in shady areas. It is<br />
suitable for parks and gardens.<br />
The grass mixture<br />
forms a durable lawn with<br />
regular and suitable maintenance.<br />
Valentin Classic<br />
lawn seed mixture<br />
1 kg for approx. 40 m2<br />
Valentin Classic is for<br />
gardens, parks and recreation<br />
areas. It is composed<br />
of high quality<br />
varieties of grass, which<br />
makes it very durable and<br />
hardwearing.<br />
Valentin Sport<br />
lawn seed mixture<br />
1 kg for approx. 50 m2<br />
Valentin Sport is a fast<br />
growing mixture intended<br />
for recreation areas, sport<br />
grounds and parks. It is<br />
composed of different<br />
varieties of resistant rye<br />
grass (Lolium sp.), which<br />
is very hardwearing.<br />
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Fertilization<br />
For rich growth and intensive green colour the<br />
grass has to be fertilized.<br />
We fertilize four times a year using special grass<br />
fertilizers:<br />
WITH FERTILIZERS CONTAINING A GREATER<br />
DOSE OF NITROGEN:<br />
1. from the end of March till the beginning of April<br />
2. in May<br />
3. from the end of June till the beginning of July<br />
WITH FERTILIZERS CONTAINING A GREATER<br />
DOSE OF PHOSPHORUS AND POTASSIUM:<br />
4. in September<br />
We fertilize before or after the rain! We only fertilize<br />
in dry waether if we water the lawn.<br />
Watering<br />
There is not enough rain in the summer therefore<br />
we have to water additionally:<br />
• we water abundantly (MORE WATER AT ONCE)<br />
and fewer times in order to soak a layer of<br />
ground down to 15 cm (= 8-10 l/m 2 ) in depth.<br />
This way the grass has more roots, which makes<br />
it more resistant to frost, sickness and drought<br />
• we water slowly using a fine sprinkler (in particular<br />
young grass)<br />
• we water in the evening or in the morning.<br />
Renewal of turf<br />
We decide to renew the turf if the lawn is covered<br />
with weeds, if it is uneven and if it has empty<br />
spots. In order to fill in the smaller empty spots,<br />
which appeared during vegetation season and<br />
establish good base layer at the same time we<br />
cover the lawn with a mixture of humus, fine sand<br />
and soil.<br />
We clean up bigger empty spots, slightly rake<br />
them, sow with appropriate mixture, cover with<br />
thin layer and water. After approximately five<br />
weeks the additionally sown spots shall even with<br />
the existing lawn.<br />
We fight weeds (moss as well) with regular mowing<br />
and airing or plucking them out by hand. In<br />
bigger lawn we spray them with appropriate herbicides.<br />
Airing<br />
Raking<br />
In the spring we thoroughly rake the lawn using a<br />
special sharp rake. By doing that we:<br />
• air the upper level of ground and lawn<br />
• remove the withered lawn<br />
• enhance growing<br />
• loosen the weeds in order to easier remove it<br />
later.<br />
Holing<br />
In the spring we evenly make holes throughout<br />
the lawn using a digging fork. By that we improve<br />
the permeability of soil and the roots get more air,<br />
which enables them to grow better. The lawn is<br />
growing better and is intensive green.<br />
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44 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Spring<br />
Tuberus Begonia<br />
(Begonia x tuberhybrida)<br />
Plant begonias into pots or garden beds (borders).<br />
They like half-shady or shady spot. The hybrids differ<br />
by growth and the size of the flowers.<br />
II-V VII - X 50 cm<br />
Grandiflora<br />
Mix<br />
Pendula<br />
Red<br />
Pendula<br />
Mix<br />
Dahlia<br />
(Dahlia hyb.)<br />
Dahlias are blooming from mid summer until the<br />
first autumn frosts. They beautify our gardens<br />
with their radiant colours and they are also suitable<br />
for cutting. All are sensitive to cold so the<br />
bulbs should be dug ut before winter and stored<br />
until the spring in a dry and cold space where it<br />
is not freezing. Dahlias are divided according to<br />
their height and shape of their flowers. Valentin<br />
dahlias are as follows: Cactus dahlias (70–100<br />
cm in height), Decorative dahlias (100 cm in<br />
height), “Ball” dahlias (90 cm tall), Pompon dahlias<br />
(90 cm in height), “Collarette” dahlias (50 cm<br />
in height), Mignon dahlias (40–50 cm in height),<br />
Anemone dahlias (35–40 cm in height), “Border”<br />
dahlias (30–50 cm in height), and small “Topmix”<br />
dahlias (30 cm in height).<br />
Cactus Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 75-100 cm<br />
Grandiflora<br />
Red<br />
Pendula<br />
Pink mix<br />
Berger’s Record<br />
Red<br />
Grandiflora<br />
Yellow<br />
Pendula<br />
Yellow<br />
Kennemerland<br />
Yellow<br />
Multiflora<br />
Mix<br />
Bertini<br />
Vuurvogel<br />
Yellow with red tips<br />
Fimbriata<br />
Red<br />
Picotee<br />
White<br />
My Love<br />
White<br />
Fimbriata<br />
Mix<br />
Tahiti Sunrise<br />
Bordeaux red with white<br />
centre<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Spring<br />
Motto<br />
Orange with yellow centre<br />
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Decorative Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 100 cm<br />
Arabian Night<br />
Dark red<br />
Peaches<br />
Peach and white<br />
Pompon Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 80-90 cm<br />
Bantling<br />
Orange<br />
cm<br />
Duet<br />
Blood red, large white tips<br />
Golden Scepter<br />
Yellow<br />
Ball Dahlias<br />
II - VI VII-X 90 cm<br />
Glory van Noordwijk<br />
Orange<br />
Boy Scout<br />
Pink<br />
Nescio<br />
Dark red<br />
Lavender Perfection<br />
Light purple<br />
Sunny Boy<br />
Yellow with red centre<br />
Collarette Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 50 cm<br />
Caribbean Fantasy<br />
White with pink and red<br />
Eveline<br />
White with small lilac edge<br />
La Gioconda<br />
Red with yellow centre<br />
Glorie van Heemstede<br />
Sulphur yellow<br />
Impression<br />
Fantastico<br />
Purple, white with purple<br />
collar<br />
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46 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Spring<br />
Orange Nugget<br />
Orange<br />
Munchen<br />
Yellow<br />
Mignon Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 45-50 cm<br />
Also suitable for planting into pots.<br />
MIX of colours<br />
Berliner Kleene<br />
Pink-orange<br />
Topmix Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 30 cm<br />
Crazy Love<br />
Lilac-pink with white<br />
Topmix<br />
Pink<br />
Anemoneflowering Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 35-40 cm<br />
Also suitable for planting into pots.<br />
MIX of colours<br />
Sisa<br />
Yellow<br />
Topmix<br />
Red<br />
Mingus Toni<br />
Pink with violet red spots<br />
Topmix<br />
Yellow<br />
Border Dahlias<br />
II-VI VII-X 40-50 cm<br />
Arnhem<br />
Blood red<br />
Park Princess<br />
Pink, to the centre peach<br />
Musette<br />
Red with white edges<br />
Garden Princess<br />
Orange yellow to pink<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Spring<br />
Gladiolas (Gladiolus hyb.)<br />
II-VI VII-X 100 cm<br />
Nice spikes of funnel-shaped flowers of various<br />
colours on 1 m high stems are extremely attractive<br />
and eye-catching in borders of the garden.<br />
The most delightful flower for cutting. Not over<br />
wintering.<br />
Applause<br />
Pink red<br />
Nova Lux<br />
Lemon yellow<br />
Blue Isle<br />
Dark blue<br />
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Planting of flower bulbs<br />
Planting should be done in porous soil in an appropriate place<br />
in the garden. It is important to fertilise the soil before the<br />
planting is done with compost or thoroughly decomposed solid<br />
dung. With the exception of some of the lilies, all decorative<br />
bulbous plants tolerate limestone.<br />
They should be planted when they are in their rest period:<br />
• Summer flower bulbs (are blooming in spring) should<br />
be planted in autumn (the following rule stands: THE<br />
SOONER THE BETTER); only TULIPS should be planted end<br />
of autumn because they can contract a disease if they are<br />
planted too soon. THEY CAN BE PLANTED UNTIL THE END<br />
OF DECEMBER IF THE SOIL IS NOT FROZEN.<br />
• Summer-autumn flower bulbs (are blooming in the<br />
summer and autumn) should be planted in spring. Those<br />
that are less resistant, such as gladioli, should be planted<br />
as late as in mid spring.<br />
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Hunting Song<br />
Clear vermillion<br />
Fidelio<br />
Dark Pink<br />
How do we plant the flower bulbs<br />
• The depth is dependent on soil (in lighter soil, we plant<br />
deeper) and the size of the bulbs (the bigger the bulb, the<br />
deeper we plant it). Smaller ones are planted 5–10 cm<br />
deep, bigger ones 10–20 cm deep.<br />
• Planting should be done in groups because then their<br />
colour and shape is revealed in the BEST POSSIBLE WAY.<br />
• Do not plant too densely so that the plants will not compete<br />
for food and moisture.<br />
• Make sure you do not wound them when planting.<br />
• The planting distance is 5–7.5 cm with smaller decorative<br />
bulbous plants and 15 cm with the bigger ones. The bottom<br />
of the bulb has to be touching the soil which we loosen<br />
beforehand. There should be no air between the bottom of<br />
the pot and the bulb, because if there is some, the water is<br />
being accumulated there and the bulb can start rottening.<br />
• Tools which we are used when planting: narrow spade,<br />
punch, ordinary hand spade or HANDS, special planter.<br />
Oscar<br />
Dark red<br />
Black Jack<br />
Black red<br />
Traderhorn<br />
Red with white<br />
Wine and Roses<br />
Light pink with red<br />
Venetie<br />
Salmon<br />
Praha<br />
Azalea pink, spotted<br />
yellow<br />
Planting site of the flower bulbs<br />
• Grass, meadow, lawn: the best are on the lawn, such<br />
as daffodils, for example. Make sure that the leaves of<br />
flower bulbs die away naturally and for this reason, there<br />
should not be any mowing around them. In gentle grass,<br />
there are some other plants which do well, such as crocuses,<br />
spring star, sea bulbs, and anemones. For moist meadows,<br />
the most suitable are: Fritillaria, snowdrop.<br />
• Under the trees: especially those which are blooming<br />
before the trees are in leaves (so that they have enough<br />
light). These are, for example, anemone, spring star, sea<br />
bulbs, spring wheat.<br />
• Borders: in mixed borders where bushes and perennials<br />
are growing, there is a lot of places which are suitable for<br />
decorative bulbous plants.<br />
• For covers: especially on smaller flower beds.<br />
• Rock gardens with small bulbous plants, for example<br />
dog violet together with rhododendron (acid soil).<br />
• Decorative bowls and pots. Almost all decorative<br />
flower bulbs can be cultivated in decorative pots (flower<br />
pots and window tubs). The novelty are dahlias which are<br />
intended for planting into decorative pots. There the pots<br />
should be placed on the balconies, terraces, and also in<br />
the gardens. Flower bulbs are planted in pots together with<br />
various annual plants, perennials, or ornamental bushes.<br />
When planting into pots, the size of the pot and the place<br />
where we will put it needs to be considered (e.g., the danger<br />
of strong wind).<br />
Some interesting facts about<br />
planting<br />
Pr. Marg. Rose/Jester<br />
Red with white edge<br />
White Prosperity<br />
White<br />
When choosing the place of the planting, we need to consider<br />
the size of the plant (e.g., Fritillaria imperialis should grow behind<br />
other plants because it is big and gives off acid smell,<br />
which some plants dislike).<br />
We must consider the time when their leaves are dying off.<br />
At that time, other annual flowers or smaller bushes should<br />
cover them. If all that is considered, the garden will not look<br />
neglected.<br />
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48 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Spring<br />
Priscilla<br />
White, edged pink-red<br />
Frizzled Coral Lace<br />
Salmon pink and white<br />
Lilies (Lilium sp.)<br />
II-VI VII-X 80-90 cm<br />
Lilies have extraordinarily variegated flowers of amazing<br />
colours and exotic shapes on slim stems. They<br />
are perennials. They should be planted in groups.<br />
They are beautiful in combination with other flowerbulbs<br />
and perennials. It suits them if the soil around<br />
their flower stems is shaded, fine, and moist.<br />
Asiatic Hybrid Lilies<br />
Nove Cento<br />
Yellow<br />
Lollypop<br />
White, pink tips<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Green Star<br />
Yellow green, spotted red<br />
Navona<br />
White with spots<br />
Impressive<br />
Soft pink, spotted purple<br />
Brunello<br />
Orange with spots<br />
Oriental hybrid lilies<br />
Stargazer<br />
Pink, white edged<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Grand Paradiso<br />
Red with spots<br />
Triumphator<br />
White with red centre<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Spring<br />
Cannas (Canna sp.)<br />
End of February, we plant the cannas into pots<br />
and transplant them into the open air when the<br />
danger of frosts is over. The cannas are dwarf or<br />
tall and with brown or green leaves.<br />
II-VI VII-X 100 cm<br />
Zantedeschia (Calla<br />
Lillies)<br />
(Zantedeschia sp.)<br />
II-V VII-X 50 cm<br />
It needs fertile soil and a lot of water. It is<br />
extremely beautiful and suitable for cutting.<br />
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Hosta Undulata<br />
Albomarginata<br />
(Hosta sp.)<br />
IV-V VII-VIII 40 cm<br />
Brilliant<br />
Tall, green leaves, red<br />
flower<br />
Rehmannii<br />
Pink<br />
Hosta Albomarginata<br />
Golden Lucifer<br />
Dwarf, green leaves,<br />
yellow orange flower<br />
Solfatare<br />
Yellow<br />
Knifhofia<br />
(Kniphophia uvaria)<br />
IV-V VII-IX 90 cm<br />
Lucifer<br />
Dwarf, green leaves, red<br />
flowers with yellow edge<br />
Mango<br />
Orange-red<br />
Kniphophia<br />
Picasso<br />
Tall, green leaves, flowers<br />
with yellow and red spots<br />
Albomaculata<br />
White, spotted leaves<br />
Dicentra<br />
(Dicentra spectabilis)<br />
IV-V VI-VIII 60 cm<br />
Yellow King Humbert<br />
Tall, green leaves, yellow<br />
flowers with red spots<br />
Astilbe Fanal<br />
(Astilbe sp.)<br />
IV-VI VII-VIII 80 cm<br />
Dicentra<br />
Salmon Pink<br />
Dwarf, green leaves,<br />
salmon pink flowers<br />
Astilba Diamant<br />
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50 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
Paeonia<br />
Sarah Bernard<br />
(Paeonia sp.)<br />
Orange Cassini<br />
Orange<br />
IV-V V-VIII 100 cm<br />
Paeonia Sarah<br />
Bernard<br />
Tulips (Tulipa sp.)<br />
Tulips are divided into groups mainly according to<br />
their flower form and the height of the plant.<br />
Hemisphere<br />
Créme white and red<br />
Triumph Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 40-45 cm<br />
Single and big flowers on long stems.<br />
Judith Leyster<br />
White, carimine pink<br />
Negrita<br />
Violet<br />
Echinacea purpurea<br />
IV-VI VII-VIII 80 cm<br />
Ecinacea purpurea<br />
Dreaming Maid<br />
White, purple<br />
Lucky Strike<br />
Red with white edge<br />
Happy Generation<br />
White with red<br />
Mix of colurs<br />
Kees Nelis<br />
Red with yellow edge<br />
Single late Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 45 cm<br />
The flowers are slightly round, almost of a rectangular<br />
cross-section, oval-rounded or distinctly<br />
stretched upright. They are very beautiful when<br />
planted in the garden. They flower very long time.<br />
White Dream<br />
White<br />
Queen of Night<br />
Black<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
Bastogne<br />
Intensive red<br />
Golden Apeldorn<br />
Yellow<br />
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Roccoco<br />
Dark red with flame red<br />
edge<br />
City of Vancouver<br />
Créme white<br />
Olympic Flame<br />
Yellow with red spots<br />
Apricot Parrot<br />
Orange and green<br />
Menton<br />
Pink<br />
Red Impression<br />
Red<br />
Lillyflowering Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 55 cm<br />
Blushing Lady<br />
Orange yellow pink flamed<br />
Golden Oxford<br />
Yellow<br />
With their flowers, they remind us on some types<br />
of lilies. The stems are high and thin, but strong.<br />
Great for decoration and cutting.<br />
Elegant Lady<br />
Creme white with pink<br />
edges<br />
Shirley<br />
White with pink edge<br />
Mix of colours<br />
White elegans<br />
White<br />
cm<br />
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Darwin hybrids<br />
IX-XII IV-V 50 cm<br />
The tulips from this group have extremely big flowers<br />
in lively colours and strong growth. They have a<br />
glittering, silky petal surface. They are also suitable<br />
for the cultivation of the first cut flowers in spring.<br />
Apeldorn<br />
Red<br />
Parrot Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 48 cm<br />
These are special tulips for which unique curled<br />
shape of flowers is characteristic. We plant them<br />
in the garden and they are very appropriate also<br />
for cutting.<br />
Texas Flame<br />
Yellow and red<br />
Mona Lisa<br />
Yellow with red<br />
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52 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
Fringed tulips<br />
Wirosa<br />
Burbon red with créme<br />
white ends<br />
IX-XII IV-V 48 cm<br />
Their petal margins are fringed and wrinkled, so<br />
that it seems like the tops of flowers are covered<br />
with colourful, unsymmetrical big crystals. We<br />
plant them in the garden as decoration.<br />
Lambada<br />
Orange red<br />
Double Early Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 30 cm<br />
Early tulips with double flowers.<br />
Abba<br />
Red<br />
Greigii tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 25 cm<br />
Dwarf tulips which have marbling patterns composed<br />
of green and dark red shades on their<br />
leaves. With such leaves, these tulips are a decoration<br />
in the garden even before they start blooming.<br />
The flowers are beautiful, as well. We plant<br />
them in the flower beds and borders.<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Monte Carlo<br />
Yellow<br />
Gold West<br />
Yellow<br />
Viridiflora Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 45 cm<br />
Monsella<br />
Yellow with red edge<br />
Pinocchio<br />
White and red<br />
They are extremely extraordinary because in their<br />
coloured flower, there are usually green spots of<br />
all shades. For special feeling in the garden, as<br />
well as in a vase.<br />
Spring Green<br />
White with green<br />
Red Riding Hood<br />
Strong red<br />
Double Late Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 30 cm<br />
Late tulips with double flowers.<br />
Greenland<br />
Pink with green<br />
Upstar<br />
Pink<br />
MIX of colours<br />
Artist<br />
Orange red with green<br />
Mount Tacoma<br />
White<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
Kaufmanniana Tulips<br />
IX-XII III-IV 25 cm<br />
Tulipan Fosteriana<br />
Orange Emperor<br />
53 Flowerbulbs<br />
Candy Club<br />
Créme white with pink<br />
edges<br />
They are dwarf and early tulips. The flowers open<br />
only in sunny weather. They are suitable for planting<br />
in rock gardens. With proper care and on the<br />
proper site, they are growing undisturbed for more<br />
years in succession.<br />
cm<br />
-<br />
coomt<br />
Stresa<br />
Red and yellow<br />
Multiflowering Tulips<br />
IX-XII IV-V 25 cm<br />
Dwarf INTERESTING tulips which have several<br />
flowers on one flower stem. We plant them in rock<br />
gardens and on graves.<br />
Botanical Tulips<br />
IX-XII II -IV 10 cm<br />
An extremely small and special tulip suitable for<br />
rock gardens and flower bed borders.<br />
Love Song<br />
Mandarin red with yellow<br />
edges<br />
Praestans tub. Variety<br />
Red<br />
Daystemon Tard<br />
White with yellow centre<br />
Johann Straus<br />
Creme white and red<br />
Toronto<br />
Pink<br />
Little Beauty<br />
Cyclamen pink with blue<br />
centre<br />
Fosteriana Tulips<br />
IX-XII III-IV 35 cm<br />
Very decorative tulips.<br />
Candela<br />
Yellow<br />
Tulipan Fosteriana<br />
White Emperor<br />
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54 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
Salome<br />
White with salmon centre<br />
Mix Cheerfulness and<br />
Yellow Cheerfulness<br />
Yellow and white<br />
Daffodils (Narcissus sp.)<br />
In a home garden, these are the most grateful<br />
flower bulbs because they overwinter well. On<br />
the lawn, they look their best in groups. With daffodils,<br />
we must be attentive to poisonous bulbs<br />
(they contain alkaloids). Furthermore, various<br />
rodents (also voles) do not like these bulbs and<br />
leave them alone.<br />
Daffodils are classified into various groups.<br />
Large cupped Daffodils<br />
IX-XII III-IV 35 cm<br />
They have a large, bowl-shaped widened sidecorolla<br />
which is usually very big, can be evenly<br />
coloured as the petals or also in other colours.<br />
Flower Record<br />
White with orange yellow<br />
centre<br />
Mount Hood<br />
White<br />
Recurvus<br />
White with yello orange<br />
centre<br />
Butterfly Daffodils<br />
IX-XII III-IV 40 cm<br />
They have very special double flowers.<br />
Orangery<br />
White and orange<br />
Ice Follies<br />
White with pale yellow<br />
centre<br />
MIX of colours<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Carlton<br />
Yellow<br />
Double Daffodils<br />
IX-XII III-IV 35 cm<br />
“Garden” Daffodils<br />
(Narcissus cyclamineus)<br />
IX-XII III-IV 25 cm<br />
Prof. Einstein<br />
White with orange centre<br />
They have double flowers with an increased number<br />
of petals.<br />
Delnashaugh<br />
White with pink orange<br />
centre<br />
Their small flowers are distinctively shaped.<br />
Also for planting into pots!<br />
Tete a Tete<br />
Yellow<br />
Red Devon<br />
Yellow with orange centre<br />
Dick Wilden<br />
Yellow<br />
Minnow<br />
Creme yellow<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
Pickwick<br />
White and blue purple<br />
Hyacinth<br />
(Hyacinthus orientalis)<br />
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Daffodils<br />
(Narcissus poeticus)<br />
IX-XII III-IV 25 cm<br />
Geranium<br />
White with orange centre<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Hyacinths have a strong smell. They can be cultivated<br />
outdoor or in the pot inside the house (for this<br />
purpose, we can buy the “prepared” bulbs). In the<br />
garden, they are planted in fine and permeable soil.<br />
If they are left in the soil, we should fertilise them<br />
when they are blooming and make sure they have<br />
enough moisture until the leaves start turning yellow.<br />
Splendid Cornelia<br />
Purple<br />
cm<br />
Blue Jacket<br />
Dark blue<br />
Crocus<br />
(Crocus sp.)<br />
Spring crocus belongs among the first spring<br />
flowers. We should choose a sunny spot for it, or<br />
at least such which is exposed to spring sun, before<br />
the bushes and trees start getting leaves. It<br />
likes permeable soil, a lot of moisture in spring,<br />
and a bit more dry soil in the summer. With crocus<br />
in the lawn, we should wait with mowing until<br />
their leaves turn yellow.<br />
Crocus<br />
(Crocus chrysanthus)<br />
IX-XII II-IV 12 cm<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Jan Bos<br />
Red<br />
Large flowering Crocus<br />
IX-XII II-IV 12 cm<br />
Purple<br />
City of Haarlem<br />
Yellow<br />
cm<br />
Yellow<br />
Carnegie<br />
White<br />
White<br />
Lady Derby<br />
Light pink<br />
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56 Flowerbulbs Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
MIX of colours<br />
Yellow<br />
Lutea<br />
Yellow<br />
Prepared hyacinth<br />
MIX of colours<br />
White<br />
Madonna Lily<br />
(Lilium candidum)<br />
IX-XII IV-V 90 cm<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Madonna Lily is planted early in autumn. They<br />
are most beautiful when planted in groups (not<br />
in lines). The soil around floral stems should be<br />
shaded, somewhat moist, and fine.<br />
White<br />
Irises (Iris sp.)<br />
We know various irises. Under the trademark Valentin,<br />
we are offering bulbous irises.<br />
Iris<br />
(Iris reticulata)<br />
IX-XII II-III 15 cm<br />
The net-shaped iris has flowers in blue, violet,<br />
purple, and white with the addition of yellow,<br />
white, and orange veins and freckles. They are<br />
extremely small irises which start blooming very<br />
early (when there is still snow outside).<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Crown Imperial or<br />
Kaiser’s Crown<br />
(Fritillaria imperialis)<br />
IX-XII IV-V 100 cm<br />
Crown Imperial is always cultivated in a sunny<br />
place. In the soil, it has bulbs as big as a fist,<br />
which are composed of only a small number of<br />
scale leaves and have no protective corky wrapping.<br />
Damaged bulbs have a strong and unpleasant<br />
smell which drives away mice and voles. A<br />
flower corolla (orange, red, yellow) is hanging under<br />
the spindle of green leaves on top of a 1 meter<br />
tall stem.<br />
Grape Hyacinth<br />
(Muscari sp.)<br />
IX-XII IV-V 90 cm<br />
A grateful, small, winter-firm flower which is growing<br />
exuberantly under bushes. The flowers are<br />
bright blue, purple, and white. It grows on the<br />
same spot for several years.<br />
Blue<br />
“Dutch” Iris (Iris x hollandica)<br />
IX-XII, II-III, 50 cm<br />
IV-V<br />
VII-VIII<br />
Holland irises should be planted in a sandy, permeable<br />
soil in a sunny place. They demand summer<br />
drying. In this way, they can grow also like<br />
perennials. They are also suitable for cutting.<br />
Purple<br />
Rubra<br />
Red<br />
Aurora<br />
Orange<br />
Squill or Scilla<br />
(Scilla sp.)<br />
IX-XII IV-V 25 cm<br />
Attractive early spring flower. Flower colours:<br />
blue, pink, white.<br />
Mix of colours<br />
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Valentin flowerbulbs - planted in Autumn<br />
57 Flowerbulbs<br />
Anemone<br />
(Anemone sp.)<br />
The most beautiful are planted in the lawn, under<br />
the trees, and on flower beds.<br />
Spring anemones<br />
(Anemone De Caen)<br />
IX-XII, V-VIII 20 cm<br />
IV-V<br />
They are planted in the soil rich in humus and in<br />
the strained soil. During winter, we protect them<br />
with a cover made of leaves or half-decayed compost.<br />
In spring after blooming when the leaves<br />
start turning yellow, the bulbs should be excavated.<br />
They should spend the summer resting, fully.<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Buttercup<br />
(Ranunculus sp.)<br />
IX-XI, IV-V, 25 cm<br />
IV-V<br />
VII-VIII<br />
It is also planted into decorative pots.<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Amaryllis<br />
(Hippeastrum hyb.)<br />
They belong among the most popular and most<br />
beautiful pot flowers.<br />
The bulb is planted 2/3 into the small pot with<br />
soil for pot plants. Place the pot on a bright and<br />
warm place (T = 18°C). In the beginning, watering<br />
should be moderate. Make sure you do not<br />
water on the bulb. When the flower stem germinates,<br />
nutritional substances should be added to<br />
the water. Amaryllis is blooming for approximately<br />
two weeks. After the blooming, the flower stem<br />
should be cut off.<br />
X-IV XI-VI 30 cm<br />
Red<br />
Allium<br />
IX-XII, III-IV, 60-<br />
100 cm<br />
Grecian windflower<br />
(Anemone blanda)<br />
IX-XII II-IV 15 cm<br />
Purple Sensation<br />
Orange<br />
Dwarf plants which should be protected during<br />
the winter. The flowers are in various colour<br />
shades.<br />
Small flowering<br />
Mix of colours<br />
Round-headed leek<br />
(Allium<br />
sphaerocephalon)<br />
White<br />
Pink<br />
cm<br />
Freesia<br />
(Freesia sp.)<br />
IV-V VII-VIII, 30 cm<br />
IX-XII<br />
V-VI<br />
Double<br />
Mix of colours<br />
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58 Flowers Valentin Roses<br />
take the rose out of the bag and cut off too<br />
long, dry and damaged roots before planting,<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Pink<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Red and yellow<br />
soak it for 2–6 hours in a bucket of water, compost,<br />
and clay soil,<br />
dig out a 40 cm deep and 40 x 40 cm wide<br />
hole,<br />
place decayed solid dung in the hole and<br />
above that, a layer of soil,<br />
the rose is placed into the hole so deeply that<br />
the grafted point is 3–5 cm underground,<br />
press the soil gently against the roots,<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Lilac blue<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
White and red<br />
water the rose abundantly and where necessary,<br />
cover it with fine soil,<br />
the grafted point of the planted rose must be<br />
covered with soil for 3–5 cm.<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Wine red<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Dark lilac<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Yellow with light red edge<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Intensive red<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Yellow<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Orange<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Velvet dark red<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Orange<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Yellow<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
White<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Salmon pink<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
White<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Light pink<br />
Hybrid Tea Rose<br />
Orange red<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Dark red<br />
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Multiflowering Rose<br />
Red<br />
Valentin Roses<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Pink<br />
59 Flowers<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
Orange<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Intensive red<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Salmon pink<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
Intensive red<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Orange red<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
White<br />
Hybrid tea roses<br />
have a stronger growth, the bush riches the height of 100–150 centimeters.<br />
The flowers are big, individual, and extremely full. We use<br />
them for decoration and cut flowers. The planting cut is made in<br />
spring for roses which were planted in autumn (in March) when we<br />
uncover them. If the rose is planted in spring, it should be cut right<br />
after the planting is done. The branches should be shortened to<br />
3–5 eyelets.<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Gold yellow<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
Red<br />
Multiflowering roses<br />
are divided into polyanthas and floribundas. They are growing in the<br />
shape of a smaller, 50 to 80 cm high bush. The flowers are grouped<br />
at the end of thin branch. With polyanthas, the flowers are smaller<br />
and less full, while with the floribundas, they remind us on hybrid<br />
tea plants. They are used as group plants for garden decorations.<br />
The planting cut is made in spring for roses which were planted in<br />
autumn (in March) when we uncover them. If the rose is planted in<br />
spring, it should be cut right after the planting is done. The branches<br />
should be shortened to 3–5 eyelets.<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Yellow and red<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
Yellow<br />
Climbing roses<br />
develop strong branches which grow from 2 to 4 meters in<br />
height. They need support. Smaller flowers are in a group at the<br />
end of side sprouts. They bloom several times a year, some varieties<br />
only once a year. The planting cut is made in spring for<br />
roses which were planted in autumn (in March) when we uncover<br />
them. If the rose is planted in spring, it should be cut right after<br />
the planting is done. The branches should be shortened to<br />
3–5 eyelets.<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Lilac light blue<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
Pink<br />
Multiflowering Rose<br />
Light pink<br />
Climbing Rose<br />
White and red<br />
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60 Valentin Valentin fertilisers<br />
Valentin brand mark offers articles<br />
which are needed for good growth of<br />
vegetables, flowers, ornamental plants,<br />
fruit trees and lawn!<br />
Mineral solid<br />
fertilisers<br />
Valentin blue fertiliser for vegetables, fruit and<br />
ornamental plants<br />
5 kg, 10 kg<br />
It is a granulated universal fertiliser with microelements in the<br />
form of blue grains. Does NOT contain powder. Contains all the<br />
important nutrients in very high concentrations and a fast acting<br />
form.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM, boron and zinc 12+12+17 (+2): 12% (N) nitrogen<br />
in ammonium (6.5%) and nitrate (5.5%) form; 12% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus in neutral<br />
ammonium citrate-soluble phosphate and water-soluble phosphate (6%); 17%<br />
(K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; 2% (MgO) magnesium oxide of which 1.4%<br />
water-soluble magnesium oxide; 0.02% (B) boron; 0.01% (Zn) zinc; does not contain<br />
chlorides.<br />
Valentin fertiliser for vegetables and fruit<br />
1 kg, 4 kg<br />
It is a special fertiliser containing all the main nutrients (including<br />
magnesium) needed for GOOD growth. Using fertiliser is a natural<br />
way to improve the structure of the soil. This is very important for<br />
the good growth of garden vegetables and fruit trees. The fertiliser<br />
contains a high amount of phosphorus, necessary for good root<br />
growth, luxuriant flowering and fruit formation!<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM 6+12+4 (+4): 6% (N) nitrogen; 12% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
)<br />
phosphorus; 4% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; 4% (MgO) magnesium oxide;<br />
does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin strawbery fertiliser<br />
1 kg<br />
Fertiliser for straw berries, raspberries, currant, and other berries<br />
is a balanced special fertiliser with potassium and magnesium.<br />
With regular fertilisation, it is stimulating the strawberries<br />
and other berries to flower exuberantly. The fruits are healthy, durable,<br />
and tasty.<br />
CONTENTS of the fertiliser according to the EU standards.<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM AND SULPHUR 7+8+12 (+2+3): 7 % (N) nitrogen,<br />
8 % (P O 5<br />
) phosphorus, 12 % (K 2<br />
O) potassium in the form of a water-soluble potassium<br />
oxide; 2<br />
% (MgO) magnesium in the form of a magnesium oxide; 3 % (S) sulphur; does<br />
not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin bio komposter<br />
1 kg<br />
It is special natural nitrogen-based substance with added rock<br />
flour for making compost. Serves to produce nutritious garden<br />
humus! The high nitrogen, phosphorus and magnesium content<br />
stimulate the action of micro organisms that rapidly break down<br />
organic substances into humus.<br />
Spread young, fresh compost on flowerbeds and gently work it<br />
SHALLOWLY into the soil.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM: 13% (N) nitrogen; 7% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 5%<br />
(MgO) magnesium oxide; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin fertiliser<br />
for lawns<br />
3 kg, 7,5 kg<br />
It is a universal fertiliser that improves the soil for lawns. The<br />
fertiliser has an immediate effect, but it is also setting free<br />
gradually and so it is efficient even longer period, till next<br />
fertilising. It revives the soil and has an ideal ratio of nitrogen,<br />
phosphorus and potassium. Also contains magnesium and iron.<br />
Regular fertilising makes a lawn compact, durable and beautiful!<br />
Prevents the growth of moss and acts against mildew. The iron in<br />
the fertiliser ensures that the grass is fresh and green, while moss<br />
dries up and can thus be easily removed (raked up).<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM AND IRON 15+5+7 (+4+1): 15% (N) nitrogen; 5%<br />
(P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus 7% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; 4% (MgO) magnesium<br />
oxide; 1% (Fe) water-soluble iron; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Mineral liquid<br />
fertilisers<br />
Valentin mineral fertiliser with slow-release action for<br />
balcony plants<br />
1 kg<br />
It is used to fertilise green and flowering plants on balconies and<br />
terraces, and annuals and roses outdoors. With the correct oneoff<br />
dose plants grow luxuriantly and flower the whole summer!<br />
The fertiliser granules have a coating that releases the nutritious<br />
elements gradually. This contributes to balanced fertilising and<br />
prevents over-fertilising!<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH COATED GRANULES 17+17+17: 17% (N) nitrogen in carbamide<br />
(8.5%), nitrate (4.8%) and ammonium (3.7%) form, 17% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus in neutral<br />
ammonium citrate and water-soluble phosphate form; 17% (K 2<br />
O) potassium in the form<br />
of water-soluble potassium oxide; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin fertiliser for roses<br />
1 kg<br />
It is a special fertiliser for roses containing all the nutritious<br />
substances necessary for strong growth and abundant flowering.<br />
For good growth and luxuriant flowering, roses need a lot of the<br />
nutrients! VALENTIN FERTILISER FOR ROSES does not contain<br />
chlorides and contains iron sulphate, which prevents chlorosis.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM, SULPHUR AND IRON 8+8+13 (+2+3+1): 8%<br />
(N) nitrogen; 8% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
); phosphorus, 13% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; 2%<br />
(MgO) magnesium oxide; 3% (S) sulphur; 1% (Fe) water-soluble iron; does not contain<br />
chlorides.<br />
Valentin fertiliser for rhododendrons<br />
1 kg<br />
It is a special fertiliser with a high nitrogen and magnesium<br />
content. Does not contain limestone. Use it to fertilise<br />
rhododendrons, azaleas, hydrangeas, heather, marsh plants<br />
and all other plants that need acid soil. Additionally enriched<br />
with iron, an important element giving an intense green to leaves<br />
and preventing chlorosis.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS NPK FERTILISER WITH<br />
MAGNESIUM, SULPHUR AND IRON 12+6+8 (+3+3+1): 12% (N) nitrogen, 6% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
)<br />
phosphorus; 8% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; 3% (MgO) magnesium oxide; 3%<br />
(S) sulphur 1% (Fe) water-soluble iron; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin fertiliser<br />
for conifers<br />
1 kg<br />
It is a balanced special fertiliser containing magnesium. Use it<br />
to fertilise conifers such as spruce, pine, fir, arborvitae, cypress,<br />
yew, juniper, etc. Regular correct fertilising encourages the healthy<br />
growth of conifers. Magnesium in the fertiliser prevents the leaves<br />
from turning brown.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER WITH MAGNESIUM AND SULPHUR 7+6+10 (+5+3): 7% (N) nitrogen,<br />
6% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 10% (K 2<br />
O) potassium in the form of water-soluble potassium<br />
oxide; 5% (MgO) magnesium in the form of magnesium oxide, 3% (S) sulphur, does not<br />
contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin liquid fertiliser for flowering plants<br />
500 ml, 1 l<br />
It is for all flowering indoor plants, balcony plants and other<br />
ornamental plants. All the nutrients in the fertiliser are in a<br />
balanced proportion. Liquid fertiliser is quickly accessible to<br />
plants and therefore they grow quickly and flower richly and for a<br />
long time<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS NPK SOLUTION 7+5+6:<br />
7% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (1.3%) and carbamide (5.1%) form, 5% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus;<br />
6% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; does not contain chlorides.<br />
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Valentin liquid fertiliser for indoor plants<br />
500 ml, 1 l<br />
Valentin fertilisers<br />
Valentin leaf fertiliser<br />
500 ml<br />
61 Valentin<br />
It is a special mineral fertiliser for indoor plants (including palm<br />
trees). Contains a large amount of nitrogen in various forms<br />
that is easily accessible to plants and ensures good growth. It<br />
additionally contains microelements that guarantee a beautiful<br />
brilliant colour for leaves and lasting healthy growth and longlasting<br />
flowering.<br />
From February to October, fertilise once a week. From November to January once a<br />
month. INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK SOLUTION 8+5+6 with microelements: 8% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (2.0%), amine<br />
(1.2%) and carbamide (4.8%) form; 5% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 7% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble<br />
potassium oxide; Water-soluble microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002 (Cu) copper<br />
EDTA chelate, 0.02% (Fe) iron EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese EDTA chelate,<br />
0.001% (Mo) molybdenum, 0.002% (Zn) zinc HEDTA chelate, does not contain<br />
chlorides.<br />
Valentin liquid fertiliser for pelargonium<br />
1 l, 3 l<br />
It is a special fertiliser adapted to the special needs of<br />
pelargonium. Also excellent for other flowering plants! Its high<br />
nitrogen and phosphorus content and microelements enable<br />
strong root ramification, luxuriant growth and many flower stems.<br />
Fertilise flowers in pots and those growing outdoors.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK SOLUTION 8+3+5 with microelements: 8% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (2%), ammonium<br />
(1.2%) and carbamide (4.8%) form; 3% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 5% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble<br />
potassium oxide; Water-soluble microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002 (Cu) copper<br />
EDTA chelate, 0.02% (Fe) iron EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese EDTA chelate,<br />
0.001% (Mo) molybdenum, 0.002% (Zn) zinc HEDTA chelate; does not contain<br />
chlorides.<br />
Valentin liquid fertiliser for orchids<br />
250 ml<br />
It contains all necessary nutrients (INCLUDING MICROELEMENTS)<br />
in a balanced proportion. Liquid fertiliser is quickly accessible to<br />
orchids and therefore they grow well and flower for a long time.<br />
Fertilise young orchids every 2–3 weeks and larger, older plants<br />
every 1–2 weeks. Do not fertilise orchids during dormancy. After<br />
dormancy, fertilise so that they will flower again.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS NPK SOLUTION 4+4+7<br />
with microelements: 4% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (1.4%) and carbamide (1.4%) form;<br />
4% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 7% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium oxide; Water-soluble<br />
microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002 (Cu) copper EDTA chelate, 0.02% (Fe) iron<br />
EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese EDTA chelate, 0.001% (Mo) molybdenum,<br />
0.002% (Zn) zinc HEDTA chelate; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Liquid fertiliser for cacti<br />
250 ml<br />
A special mineral fertiliser with a high potassium content<br />
and microelements, is excellent for fertilising cacti and other<br />
succulents. During the growing season, in summer, fertilise once a<br />
week. Do not fertilise during dormancy (autumn to spring).<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK SOLUTION 3+5+7 with microelements: 3% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (1.5%) and<br />
carbamide (1.3%) form; 5% (P2O5) phosphorus; 7% (K2O) water-soluble potassium<br />
oxide; Water-soluble microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002 (Cu) copper EDTA<br />
chelate, 0.02% (Fe) iron EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese EDTA chelate, 0.001%<br />
(Mo) molybdenum, 0.002% (Zn) zinc HEDTA chelate; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Fertiliser sticks<br />
It is for fertilisation of room plants, vegetables, fruits, and<br />
decorative plants THROUGH THEIR LEAVES. With the fertiliser,<br />
we can also water the plants because it is working through the<br />
roots, as well. The fertiliser is accessible to plants IMMEDIATELY.<br />
It contains all the necessary microelements. We are particularly<br />
recommending the fertilisation of damaged plants (due to hail,<br />
pest or disease attacks) and plants which lack certain nutritional<br />
substances. Fertilised plants recover very quickly.<br />
CONTENTS of the fertiliser according to the EU standards.<br />
NPK – SOLUTION 14+3+3 with microelements: 14% (N) total nitrogen: 0.4% (N)<br />
nitrogen in nitrate form and 13.6 % (N) nitrogen in carbamide form; 3% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
)<br />
phosphorus; 3% (K<br />
2<br />
O) potassium in the form of a water-soluble potassium oxide. Watersoluble<br />
microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002% (Cu) copper as EDTA chelate, 0.02%<br />
(Fe) iron as EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese as EDTA chelate, 0.001% (Mo)<br />
molybdenum, 0.002% (Zn) zinc as EDTA chelate; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin liquid fertiliser for tomatoes<br />
1 l<br />
This fertiliser for tomatoes, peppers and other garden vegetables<br />
is a special fertiliser containing all the main nutrients and many<br />
microelements for healthy and abundant growth. Thanks to its<br />
potassium content, plants are resistant to disease. Well fertilised<br />
vegetables produce abundant crops.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK SOLUTION 5+5+8 with microelements: 5% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (1.3%) and<br />
carbamide (3.3%) form<br />
5% (P2O5) phosphorus; 8% (K2O) water-soluble potassium oxide; Water-soluble<br />
microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002 (Cu) copper EDTA chelate, 0.04% (Fe) iron<br />
EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese EDTA chelate, 0.001% (Mo) molybdenum,<br />
0.002% (Zn) zinc HEDTA chelate; does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin fertiliser sticks for balcony plants<br />
30 pcs<br />
They quickly and thoroughly promote healthy plant growth<br />
and strong flowering. They release nutrients uniformly and are<br />
permanently accessible to the growing plants. Thanks to the slow<br />
release system, there is no danger of over-fertilising! The high<br />
potassium and phosphorus content ensures luxuriant and lasting<br />
flowering, and increases plants’ resistance.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER 4+14+5: 4% (N) nitrogen, 14% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 5% (K 2<br />
O) water-<br />
soluble potassium oxide.<br />
Valentin fertiliser sticks for indoor plants<br />
30 pcs<br />
They quickly and thoroughly promote healthy plant growth and<br />
beautiful flowering. They release nutrients uniformly and are<br />
permanently accessible to the growing plants. This means that the<br />
sticks are suitable for ALL indoor plants, both flowering and nonflowering!<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK FERTILISER 10+6+7: 10% (N) nitrogen, 6% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus, 7% (K 2<br />
O) water-<br />
soluble potassium oxide.<br />
Valentin liquid fertiliser for citrus fruits<br />
250 ml<br />
It is a mineral fertiliser with microelements for fertilising lemons,<br />
oranges, mandarins, etc. Fertilise mainly damp soil and avoid<br />
standing water in the pot or base.<br />
INGREDIENTS OF FERTILISER ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS<br />
NPK SOLUTION 8+5+7 with microelements: 8% (N) nitrogen in nitrate (1.6%) and<br />
carbamide (5.6%) form; 5% (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
) phosphorus; 7% (K 2<br />
O) water-soluble potassium<br />
oxide; Water-soluble microelements: 0.01% (B) boron, 0.002 (Cu) copper EDTA<br />
chelate, 0.02% (Fe) iron EDTA chelate, 0.01% (Mn) manganese EDTA chelate, 0.001%<br />
(Mo) molybdenum, 0.002% (Zn) zinc HEDTA chelate, does not contain chlorides.<br />
Valentin spray<br />
for shiny leaves<br />
SPREJ ZA<br />
SIJOČE LISTE<br />
SPREJ ZA<br />
SJAJ LISTA<br />
SPREJ ZA<br />
SJAJ LIŠĆA<br />
LEVÉL FÉNY<br />
250 ml<br />
VALENTIN SPRAY FOR SHINY LEAVES is a leaf treatment for many<br />
types of room plants, particularly for those with waxed leaves<br />
(e.g., Ficus benjamina). It is not used for room plants with soft<br />
and pilose leaves (e.g., Poinsettia). It protects the plants from<br />
dust and gives them nice shine. VALENTIN SPRAY FOR SHINY<br />
LEAVES should be used every 4 to 6 weeks throughout the year.<br />
Contents: vegetable oil.<br />
250<br />
ml<br />
za sijoče in čiste liste<br />
brez prahu<br />
za sjajne i čiste listove<br />
bez prašine<br />
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62 Valentin Valentin Soils & Decorative Bark<br />
Valentin soil for sowing and transplanting<br />
20 l<br />
It is a fine-structured substrate for sowing, cultivating and<br />
transplanting young plants. Contains high-quality fertilizer for<br />
optimum root development.<br />
Growth substrate, Type KS I. The soil is made from quality peat, mature bark humus,<br />
clay and compost. It is enriched with the nutritious elements (NPK) sufficient for good<br />
development and plant growth. Added fertilizers: N: 50–300 mg/l; P 2<br />
O 5<br />
: 80–300 mg/l;<br />
K 2<br />
O: 80–300 mg/l; Salts < 1.5 g/l; pH value: 5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin soil for pot plants<br />
10 l, 20 l, 45 l, 70 l<br />
Use it for TRANSPLANTING, PLANTING and SUBSEQUENT CARE<br />
of indoor pot plants, balcony plants, flowers, roses, ornamental<br />
plants, garden vegetables and fruit trees and bushes. Can be<br />
used for direct planting and transplanting into decorative pots<br />
or added to garden soil when planting outdoors. When planting<br />
ornamental plants and fruit plants, vines and fruit bushes, add to<br />
the planting hole. Also use to improve garden soil. The structure<br />
of the substrate and the fertiliser content facilitate GOOD root<br />
development, strong healthy leaves and long-lasting flowering.<br />
Growth substrate, Type KS II. The soil is made from quality peat, mature bark humus,<br />
clay and compost. It is enriched with the nutritious elements (NPK) sufficient for good<br />
development and plant growth. Added fertilisers: N: 200–500 mg/l; P 2<br />
O 5<br />
: 200–500<br />
mg/l; K 2<br />
O: 300–1000 mg/l; Salts < 3 g/l; pH value: 5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin garden humus<br />
70 l<br />
It is prepared compost made of conifer barks. It is used for the IM-<br />
PROVEMENT OF GARDEN SOIL (for vegetables, flowers, and aromatic<br />
plants), PLANTING OF PERENNIALS, DECORATIVE PLANTS,<br />
BUSHES, AND TREES. It can be used throughout the year. Thus,<br />
we INCREASE the contents of humus in the soil with which we<br />
improve the soil structure and activate microorganisms. VAL-<br />
ENTIN GARDEN HUMUS is suitable for ecological gardening.<br />
Humus for the improvement of the soil; it is made of fermented conifer barks. Nitrogen<br />
(N): 1 %, phosphorus (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
): 0.1 %, potassium (K 2<br />
O): 0.3 %, salts < 1.5 g/L, pH value:<br />
6.0–7.0, organic substance: 85 %.<br />
Valentin lawn soil<br />
45 l<br />
It is used for the renewal of the grass turf and the preparation of<br />
the lawn. The structure of the soil and the flindstone sand enable<br />
a good filtering of the soil. VALENTIN LAWN SOIL is activating the<br />
microorganisms in the soil, so the grass is overgrowing well and<br />
looks nice and green.<br />
Growing medium, type KS II. The soil is made of peat, ripe humus of tree barks and<br />
flindstone sand. Added fertilisers: nitrogen (N): 200–500 mg/L, phosphorus (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
):<br />
200–500 mg/L, potassium (K 2<br />
O): 300–1000 mg/L, salts < 2.5 g/L, pH value: 5.5 –<br />
6.5.<br />
Valentin soil for pelargoniums<br />
70 l<br />
Use it for TRANSPLANTING, PLANTING and SUBSEQUENT care<br />
of all types of pelargonium and other balcony plants. The<br />
structure of the substrate and the fertilizer content<br />
facilitate GOOD root development, strong healthy<br />
leaves and long-lasting flowering.<br />
Growth substrate, Type KS II. The soil is made from quality peat, mature<br />
bark humus, clay and compost. It is enriched with the nutritious elements<br />
(NPK) sufficient for good development and plant growth. Added fertilizers: N:<br />
200–500 mg/l; P 2<br />
O 5<br />
: 200–500 mg/l; K 2<br />
O: 300–1000 mg/l; Salts < 3 g/l; pH<br />
value: 5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin soil for rhododendrons<br />
45 l<br />
It is a prepared substrate for planting all types of plants that<br />
need an acid substrate (rhododendrons, hydrangeas, heathers,<br />
azaleas, camellias, etc.). The special mixture contains all the<br />
necessary nutrients and has a low pH value. The structure of the<br />
substrate enables good root development and luxuriant flowering.<br />
Growth substrate, Type KS III. The soil is made from quality peat and mature bark<br />
humus. It is enriched with the nutritious elements (NPK) sufficient for good development<br />
and plant growth. Added fertilizers: N: 80–160 mg/l, P 2<br />
O 5<br />
: 30–120 mg/l; K 2<br />
O: 60–160<br />
mg/l; Salts < 1 g/l; pH value: 3.4–4.5.<br />
Valentin cactaceae soil<br />
5 l<br />
It is used for TRANSPLANT ING, PLANTING, and FURTHER<br />
CULTIVATION of cactaceae and other succulent plants. VALENTIN<br />
CACTACEAE SOIL contains rough sand, so it is well-filtered and<br />
well-ventilated. Furthermore, it contains fertilisers which enable<br />
good growth and exuberant flowering.<br />
Growing medium, type KS I. The soil is made of peat, composted tree barks, sand, and<br />
clay. Added fertilisers: nitrogen (N): 50–300 mg/L, phosphorus (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
): 80–300 mg/L,<br />
potassium (K 2<br />
O): 80–400 mg/L, salts < 1.5 g/L, pH value: 5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin orchid soil<br />
5 l<br />
It is used for TRANSPLANTING, PLANTING, and FURTHER<br />
CULTIVATION of orchids. The rough structure of the substrate and<br />
fibrous peat enable an adequate filtering and ventilation of the<br />
soil, as well adequate support to the roots. The fertilisers in the<br />
soil contribute to good growth and regular formation of flowers.<br />
There are plenty of flowers which are nicely coloured.<br />
Growing medium, type KS IV. The soil is made of rough fibrous peat, ripe humus of tree<br />
barks, and stone pine barks. Added fertilisers: nitrogen (N): 50–300 mg/L, phosphorus<br />
(P 2<br />
O 5<br />
): 80–300 mg/L, potassium (K 2<br />
O): 80–400 g/L, salts < 1.5 g/L, pH value:<br />
5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin citrus soil<br />
20 l<br />
Decorative bark<br />
It is used for TRANSPLANTING, PLANTING, and FURTHER<br />
CULTIVATION of lemons, oranges, and other citrus fruits. Because<br />
of its structure, the contents of clay and expanded clay, the soil<br />
is always moist and airy. Sufficient quantity of fertilisers and<br />
microelements in the soil enable the plants to receive enough<br />
nutritional substances, are thus healthy and bear a lot of tasty<br />
fruits.<br />
Growing medium, type KS II. The soil is made of peat, ripe humus of tree barks, green<br />
compost, clay, and expanded clay. Added fertilisers: nitrogen (N): 200–500 mg/L,<br />
phosphorus (P 2<br />
O 5<br />
): 200–500 mg/L, potassium (K 2<br />
O): 300–1000 mg/L, salts < 3 g/L,<br />
pH value: 5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin soil for graves<br />
20 l<br />
VALENTIN SOIL FOR GRAVES is a prepared ornamental and growth<br />
substrate designed to cover graves. It contains fine black humus<br />
and all the necessary nutrients for good plant development. The<br />
black lumpy structure does not leave stains on tombstones.<br />
Growth substrate, Type KS II. The soil is made from quality peat, mature bark humus,<br />
clay and compost. It is enriched with the nutritious elements (NPK) sufficient for good<br />
development and plant growth. Added fertilizers: N: 200–500 mg/l; P 2<br />
O 5<br />
: 200–500<br />
mg/l; K 2<br />
O: 300–1000 mg/l; Salts < 3 g/l; pH value: 5.5–6.5.<br />
Valentin decorative bark; size of pieces: 15-25 mm<br />
and 20-40 mm<br />
Decorative bark consists of the bark of the stone pine (Pinus<br />
pinea) and is used to cover ornamental gardens, flowerbeds,<br />
graves, etc.<br />
Thanks to its good durability, it decays slowly.<br />
The advantages of covering soil with Valentin decorative bark are:<br />
• the covered surface is very decorative<br />
• weeds do not grow<br />
• soil is not washed away<br />
• soil does not dry out and is insulated<br />
• activity of microorga nisms in the soil is increased, with the<br />
result that soil is more alive and fertile; plants in good soil grow<br />
better, are healthier and more beautiful<br />
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Valentin EKO<br />
Valentin EKO is a brand mark, which<br />
contains articles for natural plant<br />
protection and stimulation of growth.<br />
Valentin EKO<br />
Valentin ECO white sticky traps<br />
10 pieces<br />
63 Valentin<br />
This is a natural way of catching the plum sawfly (Hoplocampa<br />
spp.). White sticky sheets should be placed onto the apple and<br />
plum trees. White sheets attract plum sawflies (with their colour).<br />
These then get stuck on the sheets.<br />
Valentin ECO algae extract<br />
500 ml, 1 l<br />
VALENTIN ECO ALGAE EXTRACT is a natural product suitable for<br />
vegetables (tomato, potato, lettuce, carrot, onion etc.), berries,<br />
fruit trees, vine, and decorative plants.<br />
Main ingredient of the VALENTIN ECO ALGAE EXTRACT is an ex-<br />
tract of seaweeds (Ascophyllum nodosum). Seaweeds contain<br />
high quantities of nutritional substances which are easily accessi-<br />
ble for plants. Furthermore, they increase the po w er of resist-<br />
ance of plants to stresses (frost, hail, disease and pests attacks),<br />
because they are stimulating and repairing the metabolism with<br />
which they enable the plants a good and optimal reception of nu-<br />
tritional substances from the soil. The plants are thus growing and<br />
flowering well and exuberantly, as well as give great and healthy<br />
crops. The extract of algae is a completely natural product and<br />
does not contain any additional nutritional substances in mineral<br />
form. IT IS EXCELLENT FOR ECOLOGICAL GARDENING.<br />
Valentin ECO substan ce for strengthening the plants<br />
250 ml, 500 ml<br />
VALENTIN ECO SUBSTAN CE FOR STR<strong>ENG</strong>THENING THE PLANTS is<br />
a natural bio stimulator which con tains all necessary substances<br />
for better and stronger root growth. Because the plants have<br />
a more exuberant root system, they can get more nutritional<br />
substances from the soil. Thus, their growth is much improved,<br />
they are more resistant to the attacks of diseases and pests, and<br />
they are flowering exuberantly, and give great and healthy crops.<br />
IT IS EXCELLENT FOR ECOLOGICAL GARDENING. It is used for all<br />
types of vegetables, balcony flowers, and annuals, for decorative<br />
plants, berries, fruit trees, and vine.<br />
CONTENTS: organic substance (dry substance): 20 %, amino acids (glycine, proline,<br />
glutamic acid): 22 %, huminic acids: 6 %, vitamins: < 1 %.<br />
Valentin ECO natural pyrethrin insecticide<br />
10 ml (K), 500 ml (R – sprayer)<br />
This is a natural substance for protection against leaf lice,<br />
mites, trips, Scaphoideus titanus, and whiteflies (Trialeurodes<br />
vaporariorum). It is used in vegetables, fruit trees, and decorative<br />
plants. It does not damage the flowers.<br />
10 ml: IN THE FORM OF A CONCENTRATE FOR EMULSION (EC); It contains: the active<br />
substance: 16 ± 6 % of pyrethrin extract.<br />
500 ml: EMULSION PREPARED FOR IMMEDIATE USAGE (AL); It contains: the active<br />
substance of natural pyrethrin (0.075 %).<br />
Valentin ECO oilseed rape insecticide<br />
250 ml (K), 500 ml (R – sprayer)<br />
This is a natural contact insecticide for protection of scale insects,<br />
leaf lice, and mites. It is used in fruit trees for winter spurting and<br />
spurting in the time of vegetation. Furthermore, it is useful for<br />
protection of decorative plants in nature and inside.<br />
250 ml: IN THE FORM OF A CONCENTRATE FOR EMULSION (EC); It contains: the active<br />
substance of refined oilseed rape oil 750 g/L (± 4 %) and emulsifier 100–150 g/L.<br />
500 ml: EMULSION PREPARED FOR IMMEDIATE USAGE (AL); It contains: the active<br />
substance of refined oilseed rape oil (0.94 %), emulsifier (< 2 %), and water (up to<br />
100 %).<br />
Valentin ECO saturat ed acid insecticide<br />
500 mL (R – sprayer), 1 L (K)<br />
This is a natural insecticide for the protection against the leaf<br />
lice, mites, trips, and whiteflies (Trialeurodes vaporariorum). It is<br />
used in vegetables, fruit trees, and decorative plants. It does not<br />
damage the flowers.<br />
500 ml: SOLUTION PREPARED FOR IMMEDIATE USAGE (AL); It contains: the active<br />
substance of potassium salt of fat acids (0.15 %), water, and inert sub stances (up to<br />
100 %).<br />
1 l: CONCENTRATE FOR THE PREPARATION OF A SOLUTION (SL); It contains: the active<br />
substance of potassium salt of fat acids (4.9 %), water, and inert substances (up to<br />
100 %).<br />
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64 Valentin Valentin in the garden<br />
Valentin peat pots<br />
Valentin peat pots are used for sowing and cultivating seedlings<br />
and nursery cuttings of VEGETABLES and FLOWERS. Peat pots are<br />
decomposable and have high capacity to retain water. The roots<br />
of young plants are developing faster and so the plants are more<br />
resistant to potential attacks of diseases and pests.<br />
Valentin peat tablets<br />
Valentin peat tablets are used for sowing and cultivation of<br />
seedlings and nursery cuttings of VEGETABLES and FLOWERS.<br />
USAGE. Before the use the tablets should not be soaked, but<br />
moistened on a platter or some other flat surface. The moistening<br />
is finished when the tablet grows to the height of approximately<br />
3 cm. In the tablet, prepared in this way, a nursery cutting or<br />
seed is inserted. Because the tablet contains a fertiliser with<br />
microelements, the seedling needs no more fertilisation until<br />
the transplantation. The tablets should be placed in a bright and<br />
warm place (approx. 22°C), not on direct sun, and should be<br />
watered regularly. When there are small roots coming through<br />
the tablet, the seedlings should be transplanted. The seedlings<br />
should be transplanted together with the tablet because in this<br />
way, the root system has no injuries.<br />
Valentin Envirofleece (winter, summer)<br />
The Envirofleece protects the plants from frosts and temperature<br />
changes, storms, strong rain, and hail. It prevents the soil from<br />
drying out too fast. It also protects the covered plants against the<br />
attacks of pests. The equated microclimate under the Envirofleece<br />
enables an earlier sowing, stronger growth, and earlier<br />
development of plants in spring. In winter, it enables a longer<br />
growing period and overwintering. The plants are well protected.<br />
The harvest is better!<br />
The garden year<br />
JANUARY<br />
A sowing plan should be made in which, besides vegetables, also herbs and flowers are<br />
considered. The lawn should be fertilised over the snow blanket because with the snow<br />
melting, nutritional substances will also trickle into the soil. Pot plants in the house should<br />
be watered and fertilised modestly because they are resting in winter, as well.<br />
FEBRUARY<br />
On a warm place, early cabbage, celery, cauliflower, early lettuce, tomato, pepper, aubergine<br />
etc. can be sown. Towards the end of the month, we can start with the pruning of fruit<br />
trees. All pruned branches which are as thick as a pencil and bigger, should be protected<br />
with graft resin which is also used for covering and protecting the wounds and clefts on<br />
the tree bark. Bulbous begonias are those among the flower bulbs which should be “germinated”.<br />
MARCH<br />
In the hot bed, early lettuce, tomato, red pepper, celery, cauliflower, cabbage, kale etc.<br />
should be sown, and outdoor, peas, parsley, carrots, lettuce, kohlrabi etc. Sowings in the<br />
open air should be covered with a garden tissue. The place for compost should be prepared<br />
in the half-shadow and the compost enhancer should be prepared, as well. Fruit<br />
trees should be fertilised under the treetop where the roots which are getting nutritional<br />
substances from the soil are situated. Furthermore, rhododendrons and coniferous trees<br />
should be fertilised. We should rake up the garden lawn and fertilise it. Flower bulbs for<br />
the summer and autumn flowering, as well as roses, should be planted. Pot plants should<br />
be transplanted.<br />
APRIL<br />
Beetroot, lettuce, radish, carrot, parsley, and annual flowers should be sown. Onion and<br />
potato should be planted. Crops should be protected from the cold with Valentin Envirofleece.<br />
The garden lawn should be ventilated, raked up, and fertilised. The soil should<br />
be prepared for a new lawn which is going to be sown in May. Rhododendrons, coniferous<br />
trees, decorative bulbous plants, and other decorative plants should be planted. Pot<br />
plants should be transplanted and balcony flowers planted.<br />
MAY<br />
Beans should be planted into a warm soil on a sunny area. Broccoli, chinese cabbage, tomato,<br />
pepper, cucumbers, pumpkins, marrows, cabbage, celery etc. should be transplanted<br />
into the open air. Balcony plants should be planted on the balconies, window shelves,<br />
terraces, and flower beds. Make sure that the garden lawn is doing well; it should be raked<br />
up, ventilated, the weeds and moss destroyed, and fertilised. For sowing the lawn suitable<br />
grass mixture should be used!<br />
JUNE<br />
On the garden beds where we harvested the first crops, the plants for green fertilisation<br />
can be sown. Among the vegetables, broccoli, kale, turnip, carrot, parsley, radish, summer<br />
white radish, beetroot, chicory, and kidney bean should be planted and transplanted, and<br />
near the end of the month, also endive. Biennial flowers should be sown. The lawn should<br />
be regularly mown, fertilised, and watered in dry weather. Trees, decorative plants, balcony<br />
flowers, and pot plants should be further fertilised.<br />
JULY and AUGUST<br />
Winter radish, turnip, kohlrabi, radish, spinach, chicory, and chinese cabbage should be<br />
sown, and in August, also winter lettuce, chard, and corn salad. Strawberries should be<br />
planted and vegetables, trees, lawn, and pot plants further fertilised. Roses should be<br />
fertilised for the last time so that the wood is going to be well ripened until the winter. We<br />
should regularly remove the dying-off flowers from the balcony flowers, as well as water<br />
and fertilise them.<br />
SEPTEMBER<br />
Corn salad, winter lettuce, spinach, chard, and plants for green fertilisation should be<br />
sown. In the beginning of the month, cauliflower and winter endive which we are going to<br />
gather in October should be fertilised once again. Decorative bulbous plants which are going<br />
to flower in spring (daffodils, crocuses, muscaris etc.), as well as bushes and perennials,<br />
should be planted. It is once again time for the sowing of decorative lawn, because<br />
the time of the summer drought has usually already passed by then. The garden should be<br />
cleaned and the leftovers placed on the compost.<br />
OCTOBER<br />
Onion sets and autumn garlic should be planted. Vegetables and perennial herbs should<br />
be protected from the cold with a Valentin Winter Envirofleece. Flower bulbs, which are going<br />
to flower in spring (tulips, daffodils, crocuses, etc.), as well as bushes and perennials<br />
should be planted. We should plant the graves and tidy them, as well as beautify their surroundings<br />
with decorative bark. Th pot plants should be fertilised.<br />
NOVEMBER<br />
Fruit and ornamental trees and roses should be planted. The soil around the newly planted<br />
fruit trees should be covered with mulch. The vegetable garden beds should be protected<br />
with Valentin Winter Envirofleece and we should start cultivate sprouts (BioValentin seeds<br />
for sprouting) at home. It is still time for planting the tulips, and in warmer areas, also for<br />
planting other bulbous plants; roses and decorative trees are planted, as well as Amaryllis<br />
into the pots. Pot plants should be fertilised and watered less regularly.<br />
DECEMBER<br />
Poinsettia and other pot plants should be regularly watered and fertilised, so that they will<br />
beautify our holiday. Amaryllis can still be planted. Sprouts are cultivated during the winter<br />
months to improve our health.<br />
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Stand SEM7<br />
(32193)<br />
Height: 160 cm<br />
Width: 50 cm<br />
Depth: 50 cm<br />
35 fix hooks (5 x 7)<br />
Approx. 1.000 seed pockets per stand!<br />
2 fix nets (33 cm in-between) for SEED BOXES:<br />
peas, beans, lawn mixtures, packages of onion<br />
sets<br />
Stand VAL4<br />
(32194)<br />
Height: 160 cm<br />
Width: 50 cm<br />
Depth: 50 cm<br />
24 fix hooks (4 x 6)<br />
Approx. 900 seed pockets per stand!<br />
2 fix nets (33 cm in-between) for SEED BOXES:<br />
peas, beans, lawn mixtures, packages of onion<br />
sets; Valentin fertilizers&soils<br />
Stand SEM2<br />
(31450)<br />
Height: 185 cm<br />
Width: 55 cm<br />
Depth: 58 cm<br />
45 fix hooks (5 x 9)<br />
Approx. 2.200 seed pockets per stand!<br />
2 fix nets (33 cm in-between) for SEED BOXES<br />
Stand SEM3<br />
(31451)<br />
Height: 185 cm<br />
Width: 100 cm<br />
Depth: 58 cm<br />
63 fix hooks (9 x 7)<br />
Approx. 3.200 seed pockets per stand!<br />
2 fix nets (33 cm in-between) for SEED BOXES<br />
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66 Notes<br />
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SEMENARNA Ljubljana in Europe<br />
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We are selling<br />
our products and<br />
organising seed production<br />
for our partners<br />
in the following countries:<br />
Editor: <strong>Semenarna</strong> Ljubljana d.d., Slovenija<br />
Text: Kristina Škrbec<br />
Design: Blaž Grm, Vesna Vidmar, Branka Smodiš, Armando Tul<br />
Design of front page: I&S Aladin, Slovenija<br />
Printing: Kvm Grafika, Ribnica, Slovenija<br />
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