• An easy to grow sprout that is extremely nutritious. 
  
  - Broccoli sprouts are 10x - 100x higher in some cancer fighting compounds than the actual mature vegetable!
  
  - Certified Organic.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 2-3 days

The Bean Taylor Dwarf plant, scientifically known as Phaseolus vulgaris, is a popular choice among gardeners due to its compact size and high yield. This variety is particularly well-suited for small gardens or container gardening, making it accessible for urban gardeners and those with limited space.

One of the defining characteristics of the Bean Taylor Dwarf is its growth habit. Typically, this plant reaches a height of approximately 18 to 24 inches, which allows for easy harvesting without the need for extensive bending or stretching. The dwarf nature of this plant also means that it can be planted closer together than taller varieties, maximizing space efficiency in the garden.

In terms of productivity, the Bean Taylor Dwarf is known for its prolific output. Under optimal growing conditions, a single plant can produce an impressive yield of beans, often exceeding 1 pound per plant. This makes it an excellent choice for home gardeners looking to supplement their vegetable intake with fresh produce.

The growing requirements for the Bean Taylor Dwarf are relatively straightforward. It thrives in well-drained soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0. Full sun exposure is essential, as this plant requires at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily to achieve optimal growth. Additionally, regular watering is crucial, particularly during dry spells, as beans are sensitive to drought conditions.

From a nutritional standpoint, beans are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. The Bean Taylor Dwarf, like other bean varieties, contributes significantly to a balanced diet. It is particularly rich in folate, iron, and magnesium, making it a valuable addition to any meal plan.

When considering pest management, the Bean Taylor Dwarf may be susceptible to common garden pests such as aphids and spider mites. Implementing integrated pest management strategies, including the use of beneficial insects and organic pesticides, can help mitigate these issues while promoting a healthy garden ecosystem.

In conclusion, the Bean Taylor Dwarf plant is a versatile and productive option for gardeners seeking to grow their own food. Its compact size, high yield, and nutritional benefits make it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. By understanding its growing requirements and potential challenges, gardeners can successfully cultivate this plant and enjoy the fruits of their labor.

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Good companion plants: Cucumber, Pea, Rosemary, Thyme, Tomato

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• White Grano onions are medium-sized white onions
  
  - A perfect variety for slicing and canning
  
  - A crisp and mild flavored onion
  
  - Short day onion
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 120 days
  
  Onion Seeds | Onions are easy to grow, have a fairly short growing period and take up little space in the garden. Plant onions 1/4 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart in double rows, leaving 6 to 10 inches between rows.
  
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Crosby's Egyptian beet (Beta vulgaris) is a distinctive variety of beet that has garnered attention for its unique flavor profile and adaptability in various growing conditions. This heirloom variety is characterized by its flat, round shape and vibrant red color, making it not only a nutritious addition to the diet but also an attractive choice for home gardeners.

The young greens are also edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a nutritious side dish. The versatility of Crosby's Egyptian beet allows it to be enjoyed in a variety of culinary applications, from roasting to pickling.

One of the notable advantages of growing Crosby's Egyptian beet is its resilience to various pests and diseases. This variety exhibits a degree of tolerance to common beet pests such as aphids and leaf miners, making it an excellent choice for organic gardening practices. Additionally, the deep taproot of the beet allows it to access nutrients and moisture from deeper soil layers, contributing to its overall robustness.

Harvesting Crosby's Egyptian beet can begin as early as 50 days after sowing, depending on the desired size of the roots. It is advisable to harvest beets when they reach a diameter of 2 to 3 inches for the best flavor and texture. The greens can also be harvested throughout the growing season, promoting continuous growth of the roots.

In summary, Crosby's Egyptian beet is a valuable addition to any garden, offering both aesthetic appeal and culinary versatility. Its ease of cultivation and resistance to pests make it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. By incorporating this heirloom variety into your gardening repertoire, you can enjoy the benefits of fresh, homegrown produce while contributing to the preservation of traditional plant varieties.

Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce plant, also known as Lactuca sativa, is a popular variety of lettuce that is highly sought after by gardeners and salad enthusiasts. This unique lettuce variety is known for its beautiful red and green leaves, making it a visually appealing addition to any garden or salad bowl.

Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce is a cool-season crop that thrives in mild climates and can be grown in both spring and fall. It is a loose-leaf lettuce variety, which means that the leaves grow in a loose, open head rather than forming a tight, compact head like other lettuce varieties.

One of the key features of Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce is its exceptional taste. The leaves have a delicate, buttery flavor with a slight hint of bitterness, making it a versatile ingredient in salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Its crisp texture adds a refreshing crunch to any dish.

Growing Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce is relatively easy, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. It prefers well-drained soil and requires regular watering to keep the soil moist. This lettuce variety can be grown in containers, raised beds, or directly in the ground.

When planting Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce, it is important to sow the seeds thinly and cover them with a thin layer of soil. The seeds should be spaced about 6 inches apart to allow room for the plants to grow. It is recommended to provide the plants with partial shade to protect them from excessive heat.

Harvesting Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce is a rewarding experience. The leaves can be harvested individually as needed or the entire plant can be harvested at once. To harvest the leaves, simply cut them off at the base using a sharp knife or scissors. The plant will continue to produce new leaves, allowing for multiple harvests throughout the growing season.

Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce is not only a delicious and visually appealing addition to your garden, but it is also packed with nutritional benefits. It is a good source of vitamins A and K, as well as folate and fiber. Adding this lettuce variety to your diet can contribute to a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce is a fantastic choice for your garden. Its beautiful appearance, delicious taste, and nutritional benefits make it a must-have for any lettuce lover. Start growing your own Marvel of Four Seasons lettuce today and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own fresh, homegrown lettuce.

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The Thessaloniki Tomato is a Greek heirloom. A tomato so epic that Homer could have written an ode to its plump round fruits that ripen from golden yellow to vivid red, high yields in high temps, and a rich, earthy flavor that’s well-balanced between sweet and acidic. This one’s a keeper, both in the garden and on the countertop. By the time you eat a few of these, you may even be able to pronounce it.

• Well-balanced flavor
• Heat tolerant
• Early producer
• Stores well

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-80 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Sub Arctic Plenty (Early) Tomato is trying to tell you something: It produces a lot of fruits very quickly (45 days!), and really likes cooler temps. It would also like you to know that you can quickly (45 days!) grow the plants closer together without a stake or cage, or in a container or hanging basket. One more thing: It doesn’t sacrifice flavor or texture by ripening so many fruits so quickly (45 days!). You’ll harvest clusters of robust, red, juicy, tart, smallish medium-sized fruits in no time (45 days!). Plenty of them.

• Very high yields
• Very quick production—45 days!
• Good for containers
• Good for an early Southern or short Northern growing season

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning 
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 12"-24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-85F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 45-60 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

• These tomatillo seeds will produce delicious 3-5 ounce fruits.
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

• These tomatillo seeds will produce delicious 3-5 ounce fruits.
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

Carrot gets its characteristic and bright orange colour from β-carotene, which is metabolised into vitamin A in humans when bile salts are present in the intestines. Carrots are also rich in dietary fibre, antioxidants, and minerals.


 

• Also known as: known as Cackrey, Maroon Cucumber, West Indian Gherkin, and West Indian Gourd.
  
  
• Incredibly small, cucumber-shaped fruits.
  
  
• The surface of these tiny fruits are covered with spine-like warts, while the flesh is pale green.
  
  
• Easy to grow for everyone, sells great at farmers markets!
  
  
• Can be cooked or eaten raw. The flavor is similar to that of other more traditional cucumbers. 
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 55 - 65 days
  
  

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Can a tomato be a celebrity? Ask the San Marzano Tomato—if you can get past its bodyguards. One commercial grower proclaims it the “gold standard for taste.” Martha Stewart devoted an entire blog post to it. Certified tomatoes from Italy are regulated. It even has its own Wikipedia page. But at the end of the day, it’s still just a tomato. One that’s longer and thinner than other plum/paste tomatoes, with exceptional tomato flavor, meaty and thin skinned for slicing, few seeds and fleshy for saucing, and very high yields. We’ve joined the fan club. How about you?

• Sweet, intense flavor
• Very high yields
• Compact plant
• Good fresh or cooked

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-90 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

Brunswick cabbage is a classic heirloom variety prized for its dense, flavorful heads and exceptional storage capabilities. This cold-hardy cultivar produces medium to large, blue-green heads with a distinctive drumhead shape, ideal for fresh eating, coleslaw, and fermentation. Known for its reliability and disease resistance, Brunswick thrives in cool-season gardens and develops superior flavor after light frost. Direct sow in spring or late summer for fall harvest. A dependable choice for gardeners seeking traditional cabbage quality and extended harvest potential.

Cabbage, Brunswick

• Brassica oleracea.
• A heirloom variety dating back to 1924.
• Plant produces a large drumhead type cabbage.
• Used for making kraut.
• Suitable for spring, summer, and fall crops.
• Stores well. Suitable for home gardens and market growers.

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Did you know? ❄️ Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. A smaller cabbage head has better flavor and can stay in the field longer without splitting. To keep them small, plant close together or, when the head is almost full, give the plant a sharp twist to break up the roots. 😀 Cabbage is a wide spreading foliage plant with handsome leaves that form a tight, hard ball head on a strong central stem. Young plants may bolt if grown at 50F for a long time; however mature plants of late varieties improve flavor in cold weather.

Yarrow, Medicinal Herb (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• Yarrow has a high reputation and is widely employed in herbal medicine, administered both internally and externally. It is used in the treatment of a very wide range of disorders but is particularly valuable for treating wounds, stopping the flow of blood, treating colds, fevers, kidney diseases, menstrual pain etc.
• Day to Maturity | 65 days

Watermelon, Black Diamond (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• Popular large heirloom watermelon with semi-oval shape than can weigh up to 30 lbs.
  
  - Dark green, tough rind
  
  - Bright red, firm and very sweet flesh
  
  - Thick vines provide lots of sunburn protection
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Best Months to Plant  |  [April - June]  Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.

The Tiny Tim Tomato could not be more adorable. This dwarf variety grows to only about 12"-18", and thrives in the coziness of a small pot or window box, even indoors in a sunny spot. At 1", the adorable red fruit is smaller than a cherry tomato, so you can get more in a handful. It doesn’t even take much time to produce an adorable harvest—only about 45 days. And the flavor. A little sweet, a little tart. Just so very adorable.

• Early producer
• Sweet, tart flavor
• Good for small spaces
• Good for containers

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning 
• Tomato size: Small
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 6"-12" apart
• Spacing between rows: 24"-36" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 4 plants per sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 45 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

Valentine’s Day is too early to grow the Pink Oxheart Tomato, but you’ll have all summer to court your sweetheart with these dark pink heart-shaped fruits. Juicy and meaty, this luscious slicer grows to 1-2 lbs. Its mild, sweet flavor is just right for a romantic picnic of tomato sandwiches, pizza and a movie, or marinated tomato tortellini by candlelight. 

You may also like: Orange Oxheart Tomatoes ⟐ Yellow Oxheart Tomatoes

• High yields
• Low acidity
• Small seed core
• Mild, sweet flavor

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 80-90 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

If you have any interest in a beefsteak slicer with rich, sweet, old-fashioned tomato flavor, consider an investment in the Mortgage Lifter Tomato. With no fixed rate on this indeterminate vine, it pays you on time with high yields of jumbo 1-2 lb fruits, dark pink with lightly ribbed shoulders.

Fun fact: The quirky name comes from a man who sold enough of this tomato to pay off his house!

• Rich, sweet flavor
• Small seed core
• Low acidity
• Good fresh or cooked

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 85-95 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

Billed as great for growing in a greenhouse, the Money Maker Tomato can take the heat and humidity, but adapts to many growing conditions. Gardeners can bank on this vine producing a wealth of sweet, flushed medium-sized slicers until the buck stops at the change of season. If you have a yen for tomato and cheddar on bread or sauce from scratch, take note of this one. It’s grand.

• Heat tolerant
• Sweet flavor
• Extra-high yields
• Good for Southern gardens

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-85 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

On any productive homestead, every member needs to pull its weight, and the Homestead Tomato out-tomatoes every tomato. Sun up to sun down, in high heat and humidity, this workhorse churns out large, red, smooth, sturdy, meaty, juicy slicers. As comfortable in the overalls of a sandwich as it is done up in its Sunday best for the canner. Just a good ol’ heirloom with good old-fashioned tomato flavor.

• Heat tolerant
• Old-fashioned tomato flavor
• Meaty and juicy
• Good for Southern gardens

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning 
• Tomato size: Large
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 80-85 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Green Grape Tomato produces clusters of 6-8 fruits on a compact plant all summer long. The slightly oblong 1" fruits turn a light yellow-green when ripe, with a sweet, sharp flavor that’s a bit like citrus. These look so much like green grapes, you may be tempted to make vino de tomato verde, but please resist.

• Sweet, citrus flavor
• Reliable producer
• High yields
• Good for containers

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Small (1" oval)
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 70-80 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Abraham (Abe) Lincoln Tomato has an honest 100-year history of proven performance. This indeterminate variety produces massive 1-2 lb slicers with deep red color and authentic old-fashioned tomato flavor. The meaty, juicy flesh features a small seed core and slightly acidic taste—perfect for fresh eating with salt and pepper, or processing into ketchup, sauce, and juice.

Plant seeds ¼" deep in warm soil (75-95°F) and expect germination in 7-14 days. Space plants 24" apart in full sun with support and regular pruning. Reaches maturity in 80-90 days. Prefers slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-6.5). Pair with basil, borage, onion, parsley, or pepper for a thriving garden ecosystem.

• Meaty and juicy
• Dark red color
• Slightly acidic
• Small seed core

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning
• Tomato size: Large
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 80-90 days

• The Verde Tomatillo plant produces medium 3 ounce fruits
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

• These tomatillo seeds will produce delicious 3-5 ounce fruits.
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

• Raphanus sativus. Plant produces flavorful white round radishes
  
  - Radishes have a mild taste
  
  - Easy to grow and only less than a month to grow
  
  - Crisp and tender
  
  - Excellent for salads and other culinary creations
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 30 days
  
  
  

Additional Details

Radishes are rich in ascorbic acid, folic acid, and potassium. They are a good source of vitamin B6, riboflavin, magnesium, copper, and calcium. One cup of sliced red radish bulbs provides approximately 20 calories, largely from carbohydrates
 

• The Yellow Paris is a very large pumpkin
  
  - An old heirloom variety from France
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 100 days

Additional Details

The word pumpkin originates from the word pepon, which is Greek for “large melon". The French adapted this word to pompon, which the British changed to pumpion and later American colonists changed that to the word we use today, "pumpkin".

 

• The Cinderella is an old heirloom from France - looks just like the coach in the Cinderella fairy tale
  
  - Plant produces medium-sized 25 lb. red/orange pumpkins
  
  - This pumpkin has delicious flesh
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 100-110 days

Additional Details

The word pumpkin originates from the word pepon, which is Greek for “large melon". The French adapted this word to pompon, which the British changed to pumpion and later American colonists changed that to the word we use today, "pumpkin".

 

The Yolo Wonder Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is related to the California "Cal" Wonder Bell Pepper, but left the Golden State for the hot, dry climate of New Mexico. Like everyone in the family, Yolo is blocky with thick skin, a little bigger and fleshier than Cal at 4"-5", and just as sweet and mild. This beautiful plant produces loads of glossy fruits. Try growing them this year, because you only live once. YOLO!

• Heat resistant
• Very high yields
• Juicy and sweet
• Harvest any color
• Recommended by USU

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
• Pepper size: Large/4"-5"
• Plant support: Tomato cage or stake
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 18"-24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 24"-36" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-21 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-85F
• Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 70-80 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Carrot, Cucumber, Eggplant, Okra, Rosemary, Sage, Squash, Tomato

The Orange King Pepper has a sweet, mild nature, and rules with a lobed hand. Feast your eyes on the pageantry of fruit after fruit ripening from the regal green of a Caesar salad to the majestic orange of a Monarch butterfly. This 4"-6" thick-skinned, blocky baron is resplendent and refreshing in any salad bowl, pickle jar, or roasting pan.

• High yields
• Sweet and mild
• Crunchy and juicy
• Good fresh and cooked

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
• Pepper size: Large/4"-6"
• Plant support: Tomato cage or stake
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 18"-24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 24"-36" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-21 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-85F
• Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 85-90 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Carrot, Cucumber, Eggplant, Okra, Rosemary, Sage, Squash, Tomato

• Plant produces good yields of orange colored sweet bell peppers. Peppers have thick walls turn from green to orange when mature. Suitable for home garden and market growers.

• Red Grano onions are medium-sized red onions
  
  - A perfect variety for slicing and canning
  
  - A crisp and mild flavored onion
  
  - Short day onion
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 120 days
  
  Onion Seeds | Onions are easy to grow, have a fairly short growing period and take up little space in the garden. Plant onions 1/4 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart in double rows, leaving 6 to 10 inches between rows.
  
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• A mixture of favorite lettuce seed varieties from across the spectrum of lettuce types
  
  - Plant heavy and start harvest early for young for baby greens then allow some to grow on for plenty of variety for salads
  
  - A great way to get a lot out of little space
  
  - Perfect for container gardening
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 35-70 days
  
  
• Lettuce Seeds | Lettuce can be grown practically anywhere.  For leaf types seed should be sown thinly in rows 1 foot apart. For head, Bibb, and cos types, space rows 18 inches apart.
  
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• As its name suggests, this is a lettuce that can be gown throughout the year, though it will require protection with a cloche or cold frame in the cooler months  
  
  The 'All Year Round' lettuce is a classic Butterhead lettuce, with medium sized loosely formed heads and soft, buttery-textured green leaves
  
  
• DayS to Maturity | 65 days
  
  
• Lettuce Seeds | Lettuce can be grown practically anywhere.  For leaf types seed should be sown thinly in rows 1 foot apart. For head, Bibb, and cos types, space rows 18 inches apart.
  
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• This all-time classic favorite eggplant produces club shaped fruits that are 10" long x  2" in diameter
  
  - Each plant will produce four or more dark, purple fruits
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 75 days
  
  
• Eggplant Seeds | Start seed indoors to allow at least 10 weeks for young plants to develop. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 2 feet between plants.
  
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• Very early producer of 11" long and thin fruits.  Perfect for stir fries!
  
  - One of the only eggplants that are not bitter and does not require any peeling
  
  - The fruits start out bright lavender and change to darker purple when mature
  
  - Vigorous and stress resistant plant
  
  - Produces well in the north and all across the US
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 55-60 days
  
  
• Eggplant Seeds | Start seed indoors to allow at least 10 weeks for young plants to develop. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 2 feet between plants.
  
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• Rare white heirloom cucumber variety
  
  - Produces beautiful white cucumbers about 6" long  x 2" thick
  
  - Heat tolerant
  
  - Excellent variety for any sized backyard garden, raised beds, or containers
  
  - Amazing flavor and very tender
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 55-60 days
  
  
• Cucumber Seeds | Grow cucumbers where a long, warm growing season, minimum 65 days, can be assured. Plant seeds where there is ample space and vines can sprawl, the simplest way is to plant cucumbers in hills.
  
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• The Homemade Pickles variety is one of the best cucumber varieties you can grow to make your own home-grown pickles
  
  - Extremely strong plant - resistant to common cucumber diseases
  
  - Produces a large amount of delicious small to medium sized cucumbers on a compact vine
  
  - Produces a lot over a long season
  
  - Ideal for container gardening and for anyone with limited growing space! 
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 55 days
  
  
• Cucumber Seeds | Grow cucumbers where a long, warm growing season, minimum 65 days, can be assured. Plant seeds where there is ample space and vines can sprawl, the simplest way is to plant cucumbers in hills.
  
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• These Armenian cucumber seeds will produce delicious 30" - 36" long dark green cucumbers
  
  
• Bitter-free with excellent flavor
  
  
• Excellent slicer and ideal for salads and many culinary dishes
  
  
• Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  
• Cucumber Seeds | Grow cucumbers where a long, warm growing season, minimum 65 days, can be assured. Plant seeds where there is ample space and vines can sprawl, the simplest way is to plant cucumbers in hills.
  
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• These seeds produce a large drumhead-type cabbage that has finely-wrinkled, savoyed leaves
  
  - They are mild but very sweet in flavor
  
  - Unlike other cabbage, The Savoy Perfection Cabbage does not give off the sulfur smell when it is being cooked
  
  - The heads can weigh up to 8 lbs
  
  - Great for stuffing, steaming, stir fry, and is the key ingredient in Italian minestrone soups
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  
• Cabbage Seeds | ❄️ Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. A smaller cabbage head has better flavor and can stay in the field longer without splitting. To keep them small, plant close together or, when the head is almost full, give the plant a sharp twist to break up the roots. 😀 Cabbage is a wide spreading foliage plant with handsome leaves that form a tight, hard ball head on a strong central stem. Young plants may bolt if grown at 50F for a long time; however mature plants of late varieties improve flavor in cold weather.
  
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Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

• A large heirloom cabbage with deep red heads that have good flavor and are very colorful
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 80-90 days
  
  
• Cabbage Seeds | ❄️ Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. A smaller cabbage head has better flavor and can stay in the field longer without splitting. To keep them small, plant close together or, when the head is almost full, give the plant a sharp twist to break up the roots. 😀 Cabbage is a wide spreading foliage plant with handsome leaves that form a tight, hard ball head on a strong central stem. Young plants may bolt if grown at 50F for a long time; however mature plants of late varieties improve flavor in cold weather.
  
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Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

• These seeds produces good yields of 4 lb heads of cabbage
  
  - Excellent flavor and very popular
  
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 75 days
  
  
• Cabbage Seeds | Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 12-16 inches between plants.
  
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Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

• Brussels sprouts have shallow roots, so as they become top heavy, you may need to stake them, particularly if exposed to strong winds.
  
  
• As with other brassicas, Brussels Sprouts are susceptible to pests and diseases that must be kept under control early in the season. As with other brassicas, composting roots should be avoided.
  
  
• Brussels Sprouts should not be grown within a 10 foot radius of any brassica growing location within the last 3 years, preferably 7 years.
  
  
• Brussels Sprouts are high in calcium and iron, as well as a good source of vitamins A and C.
  
  
• This popular Brussels Sprout variety produces miniature cabbage-like heads which are extremely tasty and nutritious.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 90-120 days
  
  
• Brussel Sprouts | Start seed indoors in early May so plants are ready to set out in June or early July. The sprouts develop best in cool weather. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 30 inches between the plants.
  

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Brussels sprouts contain sulforaphane, a chemical believed to have potent anti-cancer properties. Although boiling reduces the level of the anti-cancer compounds, steaming, microwaving, and stirring.

• This variety of Broccoli produces tightly packed, blue/green flower heads on strong short stems.
  
  - Can be picked regularly and new shoots will continue to grow!
  
  - This is one of the more popular Broccoli varieties available. 
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  
• Broccoli is high in vitamin C, as well as dietary fiber; it also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties, such as diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium. A single serving provides more than 30 mg of Vitamin C and a half-cup provides 52 mg of Vitamin C.
  

The Romano Pole Bean is a traditional Italian heirloom bean enjoyed by generations of gardeners. The vining plant produces high yields of flat, wide, stringless 6" pods that taste best when harvested young. Just a great all-around green bean.

• Easy to grow
• Stringless variety
• Harvest young for best flavor
• Vining plant requires staking

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
  
• Depth to plant seeds: 1" deep
• Spacing between plants: 5" apart
• Spacing between rows: 18"-24" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 8-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 70F-85F
• Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer, fall
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 4 plants per sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 65-80 days

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Good companion plants: Cucumber, Pea, Rosemary, Thyme, Tomato

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The Burpee Golden Beet, a cultivar of the traditional beetroot, is distinguished by its vibrant golden-yellow flesh and sweet flavor. This variety is particularly valued for its unique color, which not only adds visual appeal to dishes but also provides a different taste profile compared to the more common red beet. The golden beet is rich in essential nutrients, including vitamins A and C, potassium, and dietary fiber, making it a beneficial addition to any garden.

When cultivating Burpee Golden Beets, it is essential to consider their growing conditions. These beets thrive in well-drained, loamy soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0. They prefer full sun exposure, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. The optimal planting time for golden beets is in early spring or late summer, as they are cool-season crops. Planting seeds approximately 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart allows for adequate spacing, which is crucial for healthy root development.

Watering is another critical aspect of growing Burpee Golden Beets. Consistent moisture is necessary, especially during the germination phase, which typically takes 5 to 10 days. Once established, beets require about 1 inch of water per week. However, overwatering should be avoided, as it can lead to root rot and other diseases. Mulching around the plants can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, contributing to a healthier growing environment.

Harvesting Burpee Golden Beets is generally recommended when the roots reach a diameter of 1 to 3 inches, typically around 50 to 60 days after planting. At this stage, the beets are tender and flavorful. It is advisable to harvest them before they become too large, as larger beets may develop a woody texture. The greens of the golden beet are also edible and can be harvested and consumed as a nutritious leafy green.

In terms of pest management, Burpee Golden Beets are susceptible to common garden pests such as aphids and leaf miners. Implementing integrated pest management strategies, including crop rotation and the use of beneficial insects, can help mitigate these issues. Additionally, maintaining healthy soil through organic practices can enhance the plants' resilience against pests and diseases.

In conclusion, the Burpee Golden Beet is a rewarding plant for both novice and experienced gardeners. Its unique color, nutritional benefits, and versatility in the kitchen make it an excellent choice for home gardens. By providing the right growing conditions and care, gardeners can enjoy a bountiful harvest of this vibrant vegetable.

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