Welcome to Acqua Garden's Vegetable Plants collection, where you'll find high-yield, easy-grow varieties perfect for gardens and pots. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting, our range offers everything you need from tomatoes and peppers to root vegetables and leafy greens.
Each of our plants is selected to ensure robust growth, minimal maintenance, and plentiful harvests. Explore our Gardener’s Favourites, Easy to Grow selections, and specialised containers to maximise your gardening success. Trust Acqua Garden to turn your gardening dreams into bountiful reality.
Commonly Asked Questions
What are the best vegetable plants to grow in a garden?
The best vegetable plants for a garden include tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, carrots, and beans, as these are typically easy to grow and harvest.
When is the best time to plant vegetable plants?
The best time to plant vegetable plants varies by region, but generally, spring is ideal after the last frost date, while some vegetables can be sown in late summer for an autumn harvest.
What are some tips for caring for vegetable plants?
To care for vegetable plants, ensure they receive adequate water, maintain proper spacing for air circulation, and regularly check for pests or diseases.
How much sunlight do vegetable plants need?
Most vegetable plants require 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day to thrive and produce a good yield.
What types of soil are best for growing vegetable plants?
Vegetable plants typically thrive in loamy, well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, with a pH around 6.0 to 7.0.
Celery 'Tango' is a high-yielding and crisp variety known for its tender, stringless stalks and excellent flavour. Perfect for growing in gardens, allotments, or containers, it provides a bountiful harvest of nutritious and tasty celery for salads, cooking, and fresh eating.
Peas 'Sugar Snap' offers sweet, crisp pods which are perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and freezing. This variety is known for its high yield and ease of growing.
Brussels Sprouts 'Brigitte' produces compact, tender, and flavourful sprouts. Ideal for roasting, steaming, and winter dishes, this variety is known for its high yield and cold tolerance.
Sweetcorn 'Minipop' is a high-yielding and compact variety known for its tender, sweet baby corn. Perfect for growing in gardens, allotments, or large containers, it provides a bountiful harvest of tasty and nutritious baby corn for stir-fries, salads, and fresh eating.
Peas 'Petit Pois' offers small, sweet, and tender peas. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and freezing, this variety is known for its high yield and delicate flavour.
Runner Beans 'Streamline' is a high-yielding and vigorous variety known for its long, smooth pods and excellent flavour. Perfect for growing in gardens, allotments, or large containers, it provides a bountiful harvest of tasty and nutritious beans for cooking, salads, and fresh eating.
Spinach 'Renegade' is a high-yielding, disease-resistant variety that produces smooth, dark green leaves. It is perfect for salads and cooking, growing well in both containers and garden beds.
Beetroot 'Pablo' offers smooth, round beetroots with a sweet, earthy flavour. Perfect for salads, roasting, and pickling, this variety is known for its consistent size and taste.
Cucumber 'Femspot' produces high yields of dark green, crisp fruits. Ideal for greenhouses, this variety is early-maturing and disease-resistant, perfect for summer salads.
Brussels Sprouts 'Trafalgar' offers large, firm, and flavourful sprouts. Ideal for roasting, steaming, and adding to winter dishes, this variety is known for its high yield and disease resistance.
Salad Onion 'White Lisbon' offers crisp, mild-flavoured stalks. Perfect for salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, this variety is known for its high yield and rapid growth.
Peas 'Mangetout' is a high-yielding and versatile variety known for its tender, sweet pods. Perfect for growing in gardens, allotments, or large containers, it provides a bountiful harvest of tasty and nutritious peas for stir-fries, salads, and fresh eating.
Leeks 'Tornado' offer long, white stems with a mild, sweet flavour. Perfect for soups, stews, and roasting, this variety is known for its high yield and late-season harvest.
Broad Beans 'Dreadnought' offers large, tender beans with a creamy texture and sweet flavour. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and freezing, this variety is known for its high yield and disease resistance.
Runner Beans 'White Lady' is a high-yielding and vigorous variety known for its long, smooth pods and pure white flowers. Perfect for growing in gardens, allotments, or large containers, it provides a bountiful harvest of tasty and nutritious beans for cooking, salads, and fresh eating.
Chard 'Rainbow' offers vibrant, colourful stems and tender leaves. Perfect for salads, steaming, and stir-fries, this variety is known for its high yield and decorative appeal in gardens.
Cauliflower 'White Excel' offers firm, white heads with a mild flavour. Perfect for steaming, roasting, and salads, this variety is known for its high yield and resistance to pests.
Carrot 'Chanteney' offers small, sweet, and crunchy carrots. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and juicing, this variety is known for its robust flavour and easy growth.
Cabbage 'Durham Early' offers tender, flavourful heads. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and salads, this early-maturing variety is known for its cold tolerance and quick growth.
Cabbage 'Savoy' is a hardy and versatile vegetable known for its crinkled, dark green leaves and sweet, mild flavour. It is perfect for growing in garden beds or containers, providing a bountiful harvest of nutritious cabbage heads.
Onion 'White Bulb' offers crisp, mild-flavoured bulbs. Perfect for salads, cooking, and pickling, this variety is known for its high yield and versatility in the kitchen.
Onion 'Red Bulb' offers crisp, sweet-flavoured bulbs. Perfect for salads, grilling, and pickling, this variety is known for its high yield and rich colour.
Tomato 'Plum Roma' offers large, meaty plum tomatoes. Ideal for sauces, canning, and cooking, it is a favourite among gardeners for its rich flavour and high yield.
Kale 'Red Russian' offers tender, sweet leaves with a hint of nuttiness. Perfect for fresh salads, smoothies, and cooking, this variety is known for its cold tolerance and high nutrient content.
Cucumber 'Mini Petita' produces small, crisp fruits perfect for snacking, salads, and pickling. This variety is early-maturing and suitable for both greenhouses and outdoor containers.
Tomato 'San Marzano' is an heirloom variety known for its rich flavour and oblong, meaty fruits. Perfect for growing in gardens, greenhouses, or containers, it provides a bountiful harvest of tasty and nutritious tomatoes ideal for sauces, cooking, and preserving.
Sweet Potato 'Erato Deep Orange' produces vibrant, deep orange sweet potatoes. Perfect for baking, roasting, and mashing. Easy to grow and suitable for all levels of gardeners.
Salad Rocket 'Runway' produces fast-growing, deeply lobed leaves with a mildly peppery flavour. Ideal for salads and garnishes, this variety matures quickly and is suitable for various growing conditions.
Cabbage 'Stonehead Round' offers firm, dense heads with a crisp texture and mild flavour. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and storage, this variety is known for its uniform size and excellent keeping quality.
Cabbage 'Red Flame' offers vibrant redheads with a crisp texture and mildly sweet flavour. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and salads, this variety is known for its striking colour and high yield.
Cabbage 'Compacta' offers small, firm heads with a sweet and mild flavour. Perfect for small gardens and containers, this variety is known for its space-saving growth habit and excellent taste.
French Bean 'Vibel' offers slender, tender pods with a sweet, crisp flavour. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and freezing, this variety is known for its high yield and disease resistance.
Cabbage 'Hispi Sweetheart' offers tender, sweet, and compact heads. Perfect for fresh eating, stir-fries, and salads, this variety is known for its quick growth and delicious flavour.
Chilli 'Jalapeno' is a popular variety known for its medium-sized, glossy green fruits with a spicy flavour. Perfect for adding heat to dishes, these chillies are easy to grow and thrive in sunny spots.
Courgette 'Gold Rush' offers high yields of bright yellow fruits with tender, crisp flesh. This compact, non-training variety is ideal for small gardens and containers, maturing early to provide a steady supply all summer long.
Lettuce 'Butterhead' is a tender, buttery-textured lettuce that forms loose heads. Ideal for salads, it offers a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Perfect for growing in containers or garden beds, it is easy to cultivate and harvest.
Purple Sprouting Broccoli offers vibrant purple florets with a tender, sweet flavour. Perfect for steaming, stir-fries, and salads, this variety is hardy and productive.
Asparagus 'Burgundine' is a distinctive variety known for its vibrant purple spears with a sweet and tender flavour. Perfect for growing in gardens or allotments, this eye-catching asparagus is a favourite for both fresh eating and gourmet dishes, offering a unique twist on the classic green asparagus.
Asparagus 'Pacific Challenger' is a robust and productive variety known for its uniform, thick spears and excellent disease resistance. Ideal for growing in gardens or allotments, this variety thrives in a range of climates, providing delicious and reliable harvests year after year.
Asparagus 'Gijnlim' is an early and high-yielding variety known for its tender, sweet spears. Ideal for growing in vegetable gardens or allotments, it produces an abundant harvest of top-quality asparagus that is perfect for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing.
Asparagus 'Gijnlim' is an early and high-yielding variety known for its tender, sweet spears. Ideal for growing in vegetable gardens or allotments, it produces an abundant harvest of top-quality asparagus that is perfect for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing.
Wasabi is a rare and unique plant known for its distinctive spicy flavour and vibrant green rhizomes. It is perfect for growing in gardens or containers, providing a fresh supply of wasabi for culinary use.
Tomato 'Vintage Wine' is a unique variety known for its striking red and yellow-striped skin. It produces large, sweet fruits with a rich flavour, making it a favourite for fresh eating and salads.
Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Yellow' offers small, sweet yellow cherry tomatoes. Perfect for hanging baskets and containers, this trailing variety is easy to grow and adds a burst of colour to your garden.
Tomato 'Tigerella' is an eye-catching variety known for its red and yellow striped fruits. It produces lots of medium-sized tomatoes with a tangy flavour, perfect for any garden.
Tomato 'Sweet Million' produces abundant clusters of small, sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for snacking and salads, this variety is known for its high yield and ease of growth.
Tomato 'Sweet Aperitif' offers small, red cherry tomatoes with an exceptionally sweet flavour. Ideal for snacking, salads, and adding a burst of sweetness to dishes.
Tomato 'St Pierre' is a traditional French variety known for its rich flavour and high yields of medium to large, deep red tomatoes. Ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners, it thrives in sunny garden spots.
