Sunflower kernels are high in protein and dietary fibre. They are a good source of minerals including iron and potassium, and vitamins B1 and B6. Sunflower kernels fat content is largely polyunsaturated.
Origination: Confectionary grade sunflower is imported from Australia and Europe and is not treated so will germinate if required. Australian sunflower is also high in naturally occurring selenium, compared with New Zealand South Island grown seed.
Sorghum is a small round orange seed that is incredibly drought tolerant when growing. It is seen as the fifth most important cereal crop grown in the world and a favourite seed for doves. Origination: Sorghum is sourced from Australia who is one of the largest sorghum growing countries in the world.
Ariane and Divine™ make growing apples easy as they are naturally resistant to black spot and can be grown with basically no spraying. While older varieties are often hardy to disease, these new varieties have superior fruit quality, flavour and storage, as well as being more productive.
Encouraging children into the garden is a wonderful way to teach them about nature and where their food comes from. Gardening together also offers a fun way to spend time together outdoors. Below are 10 projects to enjoy as a family.