Start seeds indoors six weeks before last frost date.
Aim to sow 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 0.78 inches (2.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 12°C / 54°F to ensure good germination.Plant to first leaves to promote strong roots.
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Large barred boar is a tender plant.Ripe fruit will be reddish brown with green stripes, pink flesh inside.
This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late summer.