Thompson & Morgan Thompson & Morgan Herb Wild Rocket Diplotaxis tenuifolia Dragons Fire 1 Packet

Add a splash of colour and a burst of flavour to your salads with Wild Rocket 'Dragon’s Fire' – an exceptional, improved variety of the popular ‘Dragon’s Tongue’. This striking red-veined wild rocket brings a vibrant look and a peppery tang to salads, sandwiches, garnishes and pesto. With greater vigour, uniform growth and increased resistance to bolting, it's ideal for gardeners looking for reliable performance throughout the growing season.  Perfect for successional sowing, ‘Dragon’s Fire’ can be grown in the garden or under cover for fresh leaves all year round. Harvested regularly, the plants remain compact and productive, while later sowings can be protected to extend the cropping period through the colder months. A fantastic choice for both kitchen gardeners and adventurous cooks seeking fresh, homegrown flavour.  How to Grow:Light: Prefers full sun for best flavour and colour. Temperature: Grows well in mild to warm conditions; protect late sowings with cloches. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Feeding: Not heavy feeders; an occasional liquid feed encourages leafy growth. Humidity: Good airflow helps prevent mildew; avoid overcrowding plants.  Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e. g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied. Features: Striking red-veined leaves add colour and interest to dishes Distinctive, peppery flavour – ideal for salads and garnishes Improved resistance to bolting for longer harvests Suitable for year-round growing with successional sowing Specifications: Dimensions: H:5 x W:5 x D:5 cm Weight: 0.2 kg Model Number: KF7226

Price: £2.99 from Robert Dyas