Exotic & Rare Vegetables

Unusual crops you'll rarely find in the shops — okra, tomatillos, cucamelons and other intriguing vegetables from around the world, grown from seed.

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  • Amsoi Red seeds (Brassica juncea) – annual vegetable Amsoi Red (Brassica juncea) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Amsoi Red Seeds Brassica Juncea Annual Vegetable
    €4,95

    Amsoi Red for Colorful Mustard Greens amsoi red seeds produce an annual leafy vegetable valued for its loose, open habit and distinctive red-tinged foliage. This variety belongs to the mustard greens group and is also...
  • Bitter Gourd seeds (Momordica charantia) – vegetable Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia) – vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Bitter Gourd Seeds Momordica Charantia Vegetable Variety
    €4,95

    Distinctive tropical vine for greenhouse vegetable gardens bitter gourd seeds produce a vigorous climbing vegetable valued for its distinctive, pleasantly bitter flavor and decorative, ridged fruits. Also known as balsam pear seeds or sopropo seeds,...
  • Chinese Spinach Bayam seeds (Amaranthus dubius) – annual vegetable Chinese Spinach Bayam (Amaranthus dubius) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Chinese Spinach Seeds Amaranthus Dubius Annual Bayam
    €4,95

    Specialty annual leafy greens for sunny gardens chinese spinach seeds are a great choice for gardeners looking to grow tender, mild-flavoured leaves with a spinach-like character. Also known as bayam, this annual leafy vegetable is...
  • Dorset Naga Black Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Dorset Naga Black Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Dorset Naga Black Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €5,95

    Rare dark-fruited chili for greenhouse growing dorset naga black pepper seeds are a specialty vegetable choice for growers seeking an exotic chili pepper cultivar with dramatic colour and foliage. This annual pepper belongs to Capsicum...
  • Dorset Pink Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Dorset Pink Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Dorset Pink Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Vegetable Variety
    €5,95

    Distinctive colour and flavour for home gardens dorset pink pepper seeds produce a striking annual chili variety valued for its smooth, pink-red ripening fruits and bold, fruity flavour with a lightly floral note. This specialty...
  • Habanero Pepper Mixture seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Habanero Pepper Mixture (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Habanero Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Mixture
    €4,95

    Habanero pepper mix for bold kitchen heat habanero pepper seeds are a vibrant choice for gardeners who enjoy growing intensely pungent peppers with a distinctive aroma. This habanero pepper mix seeds selection brings variety to...
  • Habanero Pink Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Habanero Pink Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Habanero Pink Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €5,95

    Rare salmon pink chili for sunny gardens habanero pink pepper seeds are a distinctive choice for growers looking for an unusual colour in a specialty pepper collection. This annual chili pepper produces wrinkled pepper pods...
  • Jalapeño Pepper seeds (Capsicum annuum) – annual vegetable Jalapeño Pepper (Capsicum annuum) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Jalapeño Pepper Seeds Capsicum Annuum Annual Vegetable Variety
    €4,95

    Jalapeño variety for bold kitchen heat jalapeño pepper seeds are a popular choice for gardeners who want a productive annual vegetable variety with a distinctly spicy character. This type of Mexican pepper is widely used...
  • Long Yard Bean Black Seeded seeds (Vigna sesquipedalis) – annual vegetable Long Yard Bean Black Seeded (Vigna sesquipedalis) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Long Yard Bean Seeds Vigna Sesquipedalis Annual Black Seeded Variety
    €4,95

    Long pods for trellised summer vegetable gardens long yard bean seeds are an annual vegetable choice valued for their exceptionally long, slender pods and vigorous climbing habit. This black-seeded variety is commonly known as asparagus...
  • Okra Clemson Spineless Heirloom seeds (Abelmoschus esculentus) – annual vegetable Okra Clemson Spineless Heirloom (Abelmoschus esculentus) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Okra Seeds Clemson Spineless Abelmoschus Esculentus Annual Vegetable Heirloom
    €4,95

    Okra variety for warm, sunny gardens Okra seeds ‘Clemson Spineless’ are an annual vegetable choice for gardeners who want an exotic-looking crop with attractive flowering and edible pods. This variety forms a tall, upright plant...
  • Rawit Pepper Mix seeds (Capsicum frutescens) – annual vegetable Rawit Pepper Mix (Capsicum frutescens) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Rawit Pepper Seeds Capsicum Frutescens Annual Mix
    €6,95

    Rawit mix for colorful, fiery kitchen use rawit pepper seeds bring a classic Southeast Asian chili style to your vegetable garden with an annual mix of red, yellow, and orange fruits. This selection is based...
  • Scotch Bonnet Pepper Red seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable
    Scotch Bonnet Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Red
    €4,95

    Scotch Bonnet Red pepper for bold flavor scotch bonnet pepper seeds are a specialty vegetable choice for gardeners who want a classic Caribbean-style chili with a distinctive, ribbed “bonnet” shape and a vibrant red finish...
  • Tomatillo seeds (Physalis ixocarpa) – annual vegetable Tomatillo (Physalis ixocarpa) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Tomatillo Seeds Physalis Ixocarpa Annual Vegetable
    €4,95

    Tomatillo seeds for sunny vegetable gardens Tomatillo seeds produce an annual vegetable known for its distinctive, husk-covered fruits used in many traditional recipes. This specialty crop is also offered as Physalis ixocarpa seeds and is...
  • Water Spinach seeds (Ipomoea aquatica) – annual vegetable Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Water Spinach Seeds Ipomoea Aquatica Annual Vegetable
    €4,95

    Water spinach seeds for moist garden beds water spinach seeds produce a fast-growing annual leaf vegetable valued for its tender leaves and young stems. Also known as kangkong seeds and aquatic spinach seeds, this semi...
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Exotic & rare vegetable seeds — unusual crops to try from seed

Growing from seed opens the door to vegetables you'll rarely find in the shops — intriguing, often delicious crops from around the world that bring real adventure to the plot. Browse the unusual within our vegetable seed range. New to growing? Our vegetable growing guide covers the basics.

Many exotics need warmth and a long season — the calendar shows when to sow.

Adventures from around the world

Try okra and tomatillos, cucamelons and yardlong beans, and other curiosities — many are warm-season crops that sit alongside our fruiting vegetables, doing best under cover in cooler climates.

Growing exotic vegetables from seed

Most warmth-loving exotics are sown early indoors and grown on in a greenhouse, polytunnel or the sunniest spot once it's reliably warm. Read each variety's notes, give them heat and shelter, and enjoy growing something genuinely different.

Feeling adventurous? Here's where to look next.

Popular vegetable categories: Fruiting Veg · Gourds & Squash · Asian Greens · Container Veg · All Vegetables

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of exotic vegetables can I grow?
Okra, tomatillos, cucamelons, yardlong beans and many other world crops.

Do they need a greenhouse?
Many are warmth-loving and do best under cover in cooler climates.

When do I sow them?
Most warmth-lovers are started early indoors, to grow on once it is reliably warm.

Are they hard to grow?
Read each variety's notes — many are no harder than a tomato, just less familiar.

Why grow them?
For flavours and varieties you simply can't buy — a bit of adventure on the plot.