Symbiotica
Only the Highest Quality Heirloom vegetable plants
Proudly grown on our small lifestyle block, 30 minutes from Rotorua — spray-free, local, and fresh!
Salsa Garden Kit – Heirloom Flavour, Homegrown Freshness
2 capsicum, 2 beefsteak tomatoes, 2 coriander
Bring the taste of summer straight from your garden to your table with our Salsa Garden Kit, featuring heirloom Beefsteak Tomato, heirloom Capsicum, and fresh Coriander.
Heirloom Beefsteak Tomato – Big, juicy, rich in flavour, and perfect for salsa bases.
Heirloom Capsicum – Sweet, crunchy, and true-to-type for generations.
Coriander – Fresh, zesty leaves that tie it all together.
Planted together, these companions thrive in harmony: tomatoes and capsicums share the same growing needs, while coriander helps deter pests naturally. Because they are heirloom varieties, you’ll enjoy superior taste, traditional garden reliability, and the option to save your own seeds for seasons to come.
In just a few weeks, you’ll be harvesting the essentials for authentic homemade salsa, straight from your backyard.
Companion Plant Set – Chives, Coriander & Basil
This plant comes with a indoor pot with a saucer.
Key Features & Beauty
This trio of herbs is the perfect natural partnership for both the garden and the kitchen. Together, Chives, Coriander, and Basil create a living ecosystem that protects, flavours, and supports other plants while giving you a continuous supply of fresh herbs.
Origins & Special Qualities
Chives release sulphur compounds that repel aphids, mites, and carrot flies — while producing edible flowers that attract pollinators.
Coriander adds zesty flavour to meals and also helps deter pests like aphids and spider mites.
Basil is a classic companion for tomatoes and capsicums, enhancing flavour and repelling whiteflies.
All three are open-pollinated heirloom varieties — true-to-type and suitable for seed saving.
Growing & Maturity Info
Days to maturity:
Chives: ~80 days, harvestable continuously after establishment.
Coriander: ~45–60 days to leaves, ~90 days for seed.
Basil: ~60 days for regular harvest of leaves.
Height:
Chives: 30–40 cm
Coriander: 40–60 cm
Basil: 40–60 cm
Grow best in full sun, fertile soil, with consistent moisture. Suited for pots, raised beds, or borders.
Use & Flavour
Harvest chives for a mild onion flavour in salads, soups, and garnishes.
Use coriander for fresh leaves or dried seed in salsas, curries, and marinades.
Basil adds its fragrant sweetness to sauces, salads, and classic Italian dishes.
Together they provide natural pest defence while giving your kitchen fresh, versatile herbs.
Tomato & Friends – Symbiotic Growing Kit
3 Tomatoes of your choice, 2 Marigolds, 1 Basil
Bring balance and flavour to your garden with this companion planting trio: Beefsteak Tomato, Basil, and Marigold. These plants don’t just grow side by side—they support each other like true garden friends.
Tomatoes thrive when planted with basil, which repels pests like aphids and whiteflies while enhancing the tomato’s natural flavour.
Marigolds act as natural guardians, releasing compounds that deter soil nematodes and ward off unwanted insects.
Basil benefits too—nestled under tomatoes, it enjoys partial shade and grows lush, while its aroma keeps pests at bay.
Together, they create a mini-ecosystem where each plant plays a role: tomatoes give structure, basil boosts taste and protection, and marigolds add both beauty and pest control. The result? Healthier plants, fewer chemicals, richer harvests, and a more vibrant garden.
“Every heirloom seed is a story — saved, shared, and grown again.”
