NUTS & BOLTS

POSITION Full sun

WHAT TO PLANT? Sow seed in the ground or in punnets

DEPTH AND SPACING 5mm deep, 25–30cm apart

WHEN TO PLANT? Late spring to midsummer in temperate areas, and autumn in other areas

SOIL PREP Loosen the soil, then add compost and organic fertiliser

WATER NEEDS Medium to high

FOOD Apply diluted fish emulsion once per fortnight

GROWING TIPS Shade plants in hot weather

WHEN TO PICK Harvest

2–4 months from sowing