No matter what vegetables you want to grow, from crunchy roots to leafy greens and everything in between, our vegetable guides are designed to help you grow food you’re genuinely proud of. Simple steps, practical tips and real‑life advice; because growing your own should feel joyful, not complicated.

Collie Flowers is sure to have a guide to help you on your way to harvesting happiness. Our guides are regularly being updated to reflect new stocks we bring in, but if there's something you're looking for and can't find here, just drop us a message because I'm sure we can help out!

Roots

Root veg are some of the most rewarding crops you can grow, quietly building flavour and sweetness beneath the soil. These guides will help you sow, thin and harvest strong, healthy roots all season long.

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Brassicas

Brassicas love cool weather and rich soil, and with the right care they’ll reward you with hearty, nutritious harvests. These guides walk you through sowing, spacing and protecting them from common pests.

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Leafy Greens

Fast‑growing and endlessly versatile, leafy greens are perfect for beginners and small spaces. From salads to stir‑fries, these guides show you how to keep a steady supply coming almost year‑round.

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Legumes

Peas and beans are generous, easygoing plants that enrich your soil while filling your kitchen with fresh pods. Our guides help you get the best from climbing, dwarf and broad varieties alike.

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Fruiting veg

From tomatoes to courgettes, fruiting veg bring colour, abundance and that “I grew this!” excitement to any garden. These guides cover everything from sowing to pollination to bumper harvests.

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Alliums

Onions, garlic and leeks are hardy staples that thrive with very little fuss. Our guides show you how to plant, care for and cure them for long‑lasting flavour.

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Perennial veg

Perennial veg are long‑term, low‑effort crops that come back year after year, rewarding a little patience with reliable harvests and beautifully established plants. These guides help you choose, plant and care for these enduring favourites so they thrive season after season.

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All veg A-Z

Looking for something specific? This A–Z list brings all our vegetable growing guides together in one easy place, so you can jump straight to the variety you want and get growing with confidence.

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Veggies to grow from seed

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