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Goodman Seeds is a 100% Family owned Australian business

Products include, Flower and Vegetable Seed, Greenhouses, Seed Potatoes, Garden Equipment, Etc.

Richard Goodman arrived in Bairnsdale in 1858. 4 years later he was growing and selling vegetable seeds. In 1895, Richard’s son William opened a shop in Bairnsdale selling seed and garden products. It was subsequently managed by his son Keith, then Keith’s son John who, with his wife Dorothy, are still proprietors of the business. John’s son Nathan and his wife Aimee are now part of the business. Nathan is the 5th Generation in the business.

Seed and garden products are still a major part of the business.

Goodman Seeds is celebrating its 150^th Birthday in 2013.

Spend $100 on seed and get a FREE seed starting kit.

NOTE: DUE TO QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS SEED, VEGETABLE & FLOWER PRODUCTS CAN NOT BE SENT TO WA, NT,TAS & NORFOLK ISLAND.

POTATOES & BARE ROOTED PRODUCTS CAN NOT BE SENT TO QLD DUE TO QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS.

Products of Interest

Royal Blue Potato 1kg

: Potatoes are ready to lift when the tops begin to die off.

$7.55 ($7.41 USD †)

Kipfler 300g

Available May- OctoberPLEASE NOTE DUE TO QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS SEED POTATOES CAN NOT BE SENT TO QLD, NT, TAS & WA .Growing Instructions Timing: In most areas seed potatoes can be sown from August to February. In sandy frost free areas they can also be sown during June and July. In cool areas sow 1 month before the expected last frost. Preparation: Soil should be well worked up preferably to 25cm deep prior to planting so the soil is fine and friable. Do not plant where potatoes or tomatoes have grown last year. Planting: Sow in furrows 10cm deep, 25cm between tubers and 75cm between rows. Sprinkle a complete fertiliser, preferably high in phosphorous on each side of the potato, using approximately 30gm per plant. Fill in the trench.Seed exceeding 110gm may be cut providing there are at least 2 eyes on each part. If potatoes are cut they should be planted immediately preferably into warm moist soil. Do not cut the seed when the weather is cool or the ground is wet. Growing: Two or three times during the growing season potatoes should be cultivated to control weeds and loosen the soil. Do not cultivate deeply and drag some of the soil towards the plant.To achieve high yields and top quality tubers, keep the soil consistently moist during growth. Do not over water or allow to dry out. Harvesting: Potatoes are ready to lift when the tops begin to die off.

$7.55 ($7.41 USD †)

Sapphire 1kg

Surprise the family with purple mash or purple chips.Uses: Boil/salad: Good Boil/Mash: Good Dry Bake: Good Roast: Good Fry (chips): FairGrowing InstructionsTiming: In most areas seed potatoes can be sown from August to February. In sandy frost free areas they can also be sown during June and July. In cool areas sow 1 month before the expected last frost.Preparation: Soil should be well worked up preferably to 25cm deep prior to planting so the soil is fine and friable. Do not plant where potatoes or tomatoes have grown last year.Planting: Sow in furrows 10cm deep, 25cm between tubers and 75cm between rows. Sprinkle a complete fertiliser, preferably high in phosphorous on each side of the potato, using approximately 30gm per plant. Fill in the trench.Seed exceeding 110gm may be cut providing there are at least 2 eyes on each part. If potatoes are cut they should be planted immediately preferably into warm moist soil. Do not cut the seed when the weather is cool or the ground is wet.Growing: Two or three times during the growing season potatoes should be cultivated to control weeds and loosen the soil. Do not cultivate deeply and drag some of the soil towards the plant.To achieve high yields and top quality tubers, keep the soil consistently moist during growth. Do not over water or allow to dry out.Harvesting: Potatoes are ready to lift when the tops begin to die off.

$7.55 ($7.41 USD †)

Desiree 1kg

: Potatoes are ready to lift when the tops begin to die off.

$7.55 ($7.41 USD †)

Jerusalem Artichoke (pre packed x 3 ) (Helianthus Tuberosus)

Available June - July

Comes Pre packed in lots of 3 with an informative colourful saddle/card attached

Click on image below for more information

$5.68 ($5.58 USD †)

Strawberries : Adina x10

Available May- July

Sold bare rooted in bundles of 10

Fruit are exceptionally large, conic to wedge shaped.

Skin is bright red moderately glossy with the appearance being maintained throughtou the season.

The flesh is medium red, low in acidity and high in aroma.

The fruit is moderately resistant to rain damage.

$13.64 ($13.40 USD †)

Green Manure Crop 1KG

1kg Green Manure crop mix rejuvinates vegetable patches over winter

Contains: Oats, Dun Peas, Lupins & Rye Corn

$9.55 ($9.38 USD †)

Purple Carrot

Contains approx 600 seeds.

Purple carrots date back 4000 years and are suddenly being sought after again.

They are wonderfully nutritious and there a re claims it is an aid to fight cancer, heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

Harvests in 12-18 weeks

$4.55 ($4.47 USD †)

Pontiac 1kg

: Potatoes are ready to lift when the tops begin to die off.

$7.55 ($7.41 USD †)

Seed Starter Kit

Includes:

Seed tray

2 x 10 pot inserts

60 growing pots

10 plant lables

10 plant markers

1 Dibber

1 Widger

1 pencil

1 lid

was $18.18 now $13.64 ($13.40 USD †)

5KG Seed Potato Variety mix

5kg variety mix.

PLEASE NOTE DUE TO QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS SEED POTATOES CAN NOT BE SENT TO QLD, NT, WA & TAS.

Available May - October

Choose from Coliban, Pink Eye, King Edward, Pontiac, Ruby Lou, Desiree, Sebago, Royal Blue, Sapphire, Dutch Cream, Nicola, Russet Burbank, Kennebec & Toolangi Delight.

Please select from check list on side what varieties & quantities you want to make up the 5kg. (must be in multiples of of 1kg per variety.)

$33.64 ($33.05 USD †)

Strawberries- Red Gauntlet X10 (Fragaria x Ananassa)

Available May- July

Sold in bundles of 10

A scottish variety that has been grown in many areas of the southern parts of Australia for its excellent high yields.

This plant is very hardy with resistance to fungus diseases.

It is always very productive but needs good culture conditions and feeding.

Fruit size varies through the cropping season and is medium/large to very large andsmall towards the end of the harvesting season.

The fruit is regular with a beautiful shiny bright red colour.

It is fairly resistant to handling and suitable for quick freezing.

The flesh is reasonably firm, not very juicy, pink & not very sweet, rather tart and aromatic.

$13.64 ($13.40 USD †)

LS404

Width 0.40m Length 1.20m Height 1.25m

Made with 4mm polycarbonate panels and anodised aluminium frame

Comes flat packed ready to assemble

$254.55 ($250.10 USD †)

Strawberries- Tioga X 10

available May- July

Sold in bundles of 10

This strawberry is a Californian variety suitable for warmer areas. The plants are very vigorous and give a high responce to nitrogen fertilisation with a vigorous growth.

They are susceptible to chlorosis.

Soils with a high content in active calcium and with a high ph should be avoided.

The fruit is sweet and best left to ripen on the bush for their full potential.

$13.64 ($13.40 USD †)

Heated Propagation Tray Quadruple

Heat'n'Grow Heated Propagation Tray with adjustable thermostat.

Grow your plants bigger, faster and healthier.

Heated propagation- the secret of the professional.

You now have access to the secret known by the professionals for years. By using bottom heat propagation systems, you will have the benefit of controlled growing conditions. This promotes faster and healthier growth, and the opportunity to grow exotic plants, flowers and herbs all year round.

Low operating costs

All heat'n'grow propagation systems use a high -tech carbon plastic element. This breakthrough in technology ensures that you enjoy very low operating costs.

size: 1300 x 400 mm

$259.09 ($254.57 USD †)

Clear Seedling tray lid

Seedling tray cover for heated propagation units to create a greenhouse like effect.

Fits over standard nursery seedling tray.

NOTE: price is for one lid only

$15.41 ($15.14 USD †)

Kids Hand Tools

This set of 3 hand tools have been specifically designed for ages 1+, they are durable one piece plastic tools made to function ergonomically for children in the garden.

The set contains a hand fork, trowel and a hand rake that is presented in a box set.

This little set will get every child potting up plants and growing fruit and flowers before you know it!

$13.64 ($13.40 USD †)

Kids Long Garden Tools

This set of 4 long tools is developed for ages 5+ as they are a little big for the younger gardeners.

In the set is a rake, a hoe, a broom and a shovel.

The set comes in a large box pack, perfect if you want to have the biggest present at a birthday party.

This set will get you preparing your vegetable garden and growing the best fresh home grown veggies you have ever eaten.

Materials:Carbon Steel heads with powder coating, Poly Propylene bristles on the broom and hard wood shafts.

$54.55 ($53.59 USD †)

Kids Butterfly Net

This fantastic butterfly net will have you catching butterflies and other flying things in your garden really easily.

The strong wooden handle matches the long handle tools.

The large ring makes it effortless to catch butterflies and the large net means your butterfly has lots of room to fly around while you can view it before letting it go back into the garden.

Materials: Wooden Handle with 30cm round wire ring powder coated with a long net

$13.64 ($13.40 USD †)