Swede Seeds

Swedes are a hardy, versatile vegetable that’s perfect for cool-season growing, and with Mr Fothergill’s Swede seeds, now you can grow your own. Swedes are delicious in hearty winter recipes and store exceptionally well, keeping your kitchen well-stocked through the colder months. Our favourite use for them—you can mash swedes with butter and black pepper for a delicious side dish!

We offer Swede Best of All, a variety loved for its mild, delicate flavour and smooth texture. Shop vegetable seeds with Mr Fothergill’s today, take a look at our Swede seeds below and start growing your own long-lasting winter crop.

When to Sow Swede Seeds

Swedes grow best in the cooler months, so sow swede seeds from late summer to early autumn (or, in tropical areas, mid-autumn). Alternatively, you can start them indoors before transplanting them, which typically takes 3-6 weeks. They are ready when they have developed a few sets of true leaves but no main tap root. Bear in mind that even though they prefer the cold, they must be hardened off before being planted outdoors.

How to Grow Swedes from Seed

Sow your Swede seeds in loosened, enriched, well-drained soil about 1cm (1/2in) deep in a furrow. Lightly cover them with soil and gently water them to help them settle in. Swedes can be grown either in trays, in your garden soil, or as container garden seeds. Once seedlings emerge, thin them out to leave 15-20cm (6-8in) between each plant, and transplant any excess seedlings to other parts of the garden. Swedes benefit from regular watering, regular watering, and light feeding for best results.

Harvest your Swedes from early autumn onwards when the roots reach a good size. Alternatively, leave them in the ground into winter or even early spring, lifting them when you need them.

Swede Seeds for Sale at Mr Fothergill’s

So, grow your own hearty Swedes with Mr Fothergill’s range of Swede seeds, perfect for autumn and winter gardens.

Our Swede seeds are just the start! Be sure to explore our selection of vegetable seeds, including carrot seeds, cauliflowers, and lots more autumn/winter vegetable seeds that can keep your garden productive through the colder months.

Find Mr Fothergill’s Swede seeds and more at all good garden centres and major hardware stores, or shop online today!