| Grown outside in field beds |
Established in controlled environments such as polytunnels |
| Supplied as 1-3 year old transplants, or seedling undercuts |
Supplied as a 1 or 2 year old plants |
| Most species available in 20-40cm or 40-60cm sizes |
Most species available in 20-40cm or 40-60cm sizes |
| Supplied during winter when the plants are dormant |
Supplied in a compost cell |
| Lighter, easier to handle and transport |
Heavier to handle and transport |
| Can only be planted during winter months |
Can be planted all year round |
| Kept dormant in cold-store |
Supplied in plastic-wrapped packs, either boxed or flat packed |
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Will survive up to 6 weeks before planting
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Will survive for long periods before planting provided soil is kept moist |
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More expensive to buy |
