The unique pointed, carmine-red, tightly packed heads of this Eastern European heirloom variety make a colourful, flavoursome addition to summer salads & are equally delicious lightly steamed. Summer/ Autumn maturing.. Average Packet Content 140 seeds. For early crops sow under glass at 10-15°C (50-60°F) in February. For use in late summer, autumn & winter sow March-May outdoors. For use April-May choose varieties bred specifically for sowing in autumn..... Recommended for freezing. HEALTH BENEFITS: A good source of vitamins A & C. CULINARY TIPS: Use all the healthy outer, darker green leaves, as they contain most nutrients.