Abundant Garden Kits

Cool Season Garden Seed Collection (+–) - In many climates the best time of year to garden is actually in the fall and winter months when rain returns and insect pests are dormant! This collection of 10 cool season varieties will give you plenty to eat from September to March. It is also perfect for those who live in regions with cooler summers, such as the coast or northern climates, where these can be grown during that time.  - Cool Season Kit includes: Golden Chard, Sugar Snap Pea, Mayan Jaguar Lettuce, Filderkraut cabbage, Solstice broccoli, Watermelon Radish, Winter Bloomsdale Spinach, Danver's carrot, Lutz beet and Great Greens Mix.

Summer Garden Seed Collection (+–) - Our Summer Garden seed kit includes 10 varieties of warm season veggies  perfect for any back yard garden. This collection represents our farm favorite varieties that have done well for us year after year! We hope you enjoy them as much as we do.  - This collection includes: 3 Sunflower Mix, Ice Cream Melon, Top Hat sweet corn, Early Jalapeno pepper, Cosmonaut Volkav tomato, Provider Bush bean, Waltham Butternut, Crimson Sweet watermelon, Persian cucumber and Dark Star Zucchini.

Beans, Dry

Anasazi Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 25 seeds/pack | 90-100 days | Heirloom - This beautiful maroon and white speckled bean is also known as Jacob's Cattle for its distinctive pattern. With a bush habit, it is well loved for its rich flavor and creamy texture. Great choice for soups, stews and refried beans. Originally collected from the south west. Allow bean pod to dry on plant before harvesting.  -
Black Coco Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 25 seeds/pack | 50 days | Heirloom - Black Coco beans are most popular used as black beans for soups and stews. The young pods can be eaten green and later, as they mature, as a shell bean. They are vigorous producers on compact bush plants. French heirloom bean with likely origins in Central America.
Blue Grey Speckled Tepary Bean (+–) - Phaseolus acutifolius v - 25 seeds/pack  | 80 days |  Heirloom - We have been growing tepary beans for many years and this new variety has come with high recommendations from several sources. The dry beans are a tapestry of tan/grey with blue speckles. We direct seed them three rows to a bed with seeds planted closely together. Soon they form a dense thicket of bean plants. No need to trellis. Allow the pods to dry on the plants and then using clippers cut the entire plants onto sheets. Roll your sheet up like a taco and do the bean stomp to free the seeds (See photo). Further winnowing with a fan will remove the chaff. These are very drought tolerant beans from the southwest that have a rich nutty flavor. -
Missouri Bill's Pole Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 30 seeds/pack  |  65 days  |  Heirloom - Hearty soup bean with a crisp pod also suitable for fresh eating. Medium vining pole prefers trellis but will also climb plants nearby such as corn and sunflowers. Expect a heavy yield; time and time again we are stunned by their productivity. We think this bean is a 'must-plant' for those attempting to grow their own protein. This local Heirloom has been cultivated and saved in Northern CA on the Epperson Family Farm. While the original name has been lost, they now call it Missouri Bill’s Bean because Bill from Missouri gave it to them nearly 40 years ago! Compare to pinto.
Nodak Pinto Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 25 seeds/pack | 90 days - This pinto bean was developed in North Dakota for short seasons and is known to be a productive bearer of exceptionally tasty dry beans that mature 1-2 weeks earlier than other pintos. The green pods can be eaten young or left to mature and harvest when the pods are dry. The bushy plants will produce runners but generally do not need a trellis.  -

Beans, Snap

Dragon Tongue Bush Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris  25 seeds  60 days to maturity - Known as a wax bean, these plump, juicy, yellow beans with purple flecks are an old time dual-purpose heirloom with superb flavor. Eat the beans when they are yellow with purple stripes. We love them raw or cooked. Harvest the dry bean pods and use the dry beans in soups and stews. - 4 inch spacing, ½ inch planting depth, sow outside- after last frost, start indoors- 2 weeks before last frost -
Golden Rocky Snap Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 25 seeds/pack | 50 days | Heirloom - This French heirloom snap bean is also known as Beurre de Rocquencourt. The slender yellow pods are uniform, tender and retain their yellow pigment when cooked. These are ideal for growers in cool climates or early spring plantings as they tolerate cool and damp conditions. Bush bean.
Provider Bush Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 30 seeds/pack | 50 days | Heirloom - The best green snap bean we have trialed to date. Prolific producer despite the summer heat. Will also perform well in cool coastal and mountain climates. Very early compact bushes yield stringless green beans. 5 ½ inches long; perfect for canning and freezing. Purple-seeded. USDA variety 1965.
Rattlesnake Snap Pole Bean (+–) - Phaseolus vulgaris - 25 seeds/pack   | 60-90 days   | Heirloom - These beans grow up to 8 inches and are green with purple streaks. We find them to be delicious raw or lightly steamed; they are always a best-seller at farmer’s markets. The vines will grow to 10 feet with a sturdy trellis. The name comes from the mottled markings on the tan and brown seeds

Beets

3 Root Grex Beet (+–) - Beta vulgaris - 50 seeds/pack   |   55-60 days    - This open pollinated beet variety yields a mix of golden, pink and orange roots with delicious greens. Breeding work by Alan Kapuler of Oregon.
Lutz Green Leaf Beet (+–) - Beta vulgaris - 50 seeds/pack   |   55-60 days    - This heirloom red beet produces the best of both worlds with sweet large red roots and succulent large green leaf and stem tops. The roots can grow to a very large size but stay sweet and are a great choice for winter storage right in the garden!
Shiraz Tall Top Beet (+–) - Beta vulgaris - 50 seeds/pack   I   60 days - This is a fantastic deep red beet used for both greens and roots. The lush greens grow quickly and can be used before the beet is completely mature. The disease resistant roots are very uniform and round. Great variety for canning.
Touchstone Gold Beet (+–) - Beta vulgaris - 75 seeds/pack  | 55 days    - With brilliant golden roots that retain their color when cooked, Touchstone Gold is sweet and tender with succulent green leaves. Sow golden beets in late spring and succession plant every few weeks for a plentiful harvest. These will store in the ground, remaining sweet and tender. Thin seedlings for large roots.

Broccoli

Solstice Broccoli (+–) - Brassica oleraceae - 100 seeds/ pack   I   70 days   - Solstice broccoli produces large 4-5 inch heads high atop long neck stems. Following the main harvest the vigorous plants produce many side shoots for an extended harvest. Solstice is a relatively new open pollinated and Open Source variety selected over seven generations by the late Jonathan Spero from an Oregon State University gene pool. Plant in early spring for summer harvest or late summer for the winter garden.  -

Brussels Sprouts

Early Half Tall Brussels Sprouts (+–) - Brassica oleraceae - 100 seeds/ pack   I   Heirloom  l  100-200 days This heirloom variety yields dwarf plants to 2.5’ that produce early sprouts for fall eating when planted in June. Or sow in August in warmer climates to eat sprouts by February. Pinch growing tip after two months to encourage sprout growth. Harvest as needed through the winter. Photo courtesy of Adaptive Seeds.

Cabbage

Filderkraut Cabbage (+–) - Brassica oleraceae - 100 seeds/ pack   I   Heirloom  l  110-120 days Filderkraut is an Ark of Taste Heirloom hailing from southern Germany. This long season cabbage is famous for its sweet flavor and huge conical heads up to 10 lbs each. For sauerkraut fans this cabbage variety is the BEST. Seed stewarded and grown by Uprising Seeds in WA. -
Nozaki Early Chinese Cabbage (+–) - Brassica rapa - 150 seeds/ pack   I   50 days   I   Heirloom - This napa cabbage type produces early yields of large dense heads. The thick flat white stalks are crunchy and fresh. These are perfect for adding crunch to a salad or stir-fry and make a delicious batch of Korean Kim Chee. If you are a seed saver notice that they are a Brassica rapa and will not cross with other cabbages, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, etc. This is another great selection by Steve Peters of Seed rEvolution Now.
Winter King Savoy Cabbage (+–) - Brassica oleraceae - 100 seeds/ pack   I   Heirloom  l  120-180 days Winter King is a crinkly green savoy cabbage with winter hardiness and great in stir-fry, braised or used for cabbage wraps. This English heirloom produces tight heads loaded with flavor and beauty. Start cabbage February through August and transplant to well composted garden beds. Photo courtesy of Adaptive Seeds.

Carrots

Danver's Carrot (+–) - 200 seeds   |   68 days   |   Heirloom - This heat-tolerant orange carrot with broad shoulders has been a favorite of gardeners and farmers for over a century. Developed in 1871 in Danvers, Massachusetts, it is tolerant of many soil types including high-clay soils. Its strong tops prevent breaking during harvesting.
Dragon Carrot (+–) - Daucus carota - 200 seeds/pack |  85 days - Purple-skinned carrot with an orange core. With a sweet, spicy flavor and its unique coloring it is sure to be a favorite with kids and at the market. Dragons grow 7-8 inches and taper to a point at the end. Bred by John Navazio.
Minicor Carrot (+–) - Daucus carota - 200 seeds  | 55 days  - Minicor is true to its name. This Nantes type baby carrot develops a vibrant, deep orange color. It’s considered a fingerling variety, growing uniformly smooth, straight roots, 6-7”, in loose soil. A satisfyingly crunchy Dutch carrot that maintains fine texture and taste when cooked.
Nantes Coreless Carrot (+–) - 200 seeds   |  75-85 days   - Here is a sweet, high yielding, reliable and long-storing carrot which we stand by. With blunt, well-filled tips and smooth skins, it will be a market pleaser. A large-sized Nantes type that forms sturdy 6-8″ long, cylindrical, fine-grained roots that are bright orange throughout. Nantes Coreless sweetens up earlier than other varieties of this type. It possesses strong, vigorous tops, smooth skin, good tip fill and a complex, carroty flavor.
Scarlet Nantes Carrot (+–) - Daucus carota - 200 seeds  | 68 days | Heirloom - Classic orange carrot with superb taste, crisp texture and blunt tip. Great garden snack for kids. Grows 8 inches even in clay soil. We found this carrot wintered well at our farm at 2500 ft. Sow in succession for continuous harvest, and keep seedbed moist.
Yellowstone Carrot (+–) - Daucus carota - 200 seeds   |   68 days   |   Heirloom Yellowstone carrot, with vigorous growth and straight golden roots, lends its beauty and flavor to any garden and kitchen. The strong tops make harvesting easy and with quick growth the carrots are ready to start eating from the thinning stage on. These will keep well in the ground through the winter and do not tend to split or get woody. -

Corn

Blue Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack | 90-100 days |  Heirloom - Our strain of Blue Corn was gifted to a friend in Northern CA 20 years ago by a Hopi elder and has been the staple crop of southwestern and central American native peoples for many centuries. With deep blue kernels borne on 8-inch ears, this corn thrives in hot temps and long growing seasons. Fertile soil can produce up to 6 ears per plant. Allow ears to dry on the plant and grind for a beautiful fine corn flour.
Dakota Black Popcorn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack | 85 days | Heirloom - Dakota Black popcorn stands out from the crowd with shiny black/red kernels that pop into creamy white popcorn. The popped flavor is outstanding! The 5-6 ft tall plants yield an average of 1 ear per plant. Bred by Prairie Road Organic Seeds
Festivity Sweet Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   85 days    - Festivity is a multi-colored sweet corn developed in OR by the late breeder Jonathan Spero and pledged as an Open Source Seed variety. The vigorous plants tolerate cool soils and will often produce up to 3-4 ears per plant. Color intensifies as the cobs mature with red, yellow, blue, pink and white kernels. Harvest ears to eat when the kernels produce a milky fluid or let mature further for roasting quality. - Festivity is an open source variety and pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative. -   -
Glass Gem Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   110-120 days    -  After years spent researching and developing lost native corn varieties, Carl Barnes honed this breathtaking rainbow beauty as a tribute to his ancestors. Truly a remarkable flint variety, with translucent kernels in shiny bold colors from robin’s egg blue to pinks, reds and greens, it can be dried on the stalk for and used for flour or popping. Plants reach 9’ tall. - -   -
Japanese Hulless Popcorn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack | 85 days | Heirloom - Vigorous corn produces loads of ears with white kernels. Pops up white and large with great flavor. Average 6 inch ears. Other variety information for this type talk about small plants but ours grew to 10 feet! In our house popcorn is a standard snack and it is nice to know where it came from! Will grow well in the foothills and valley.
Lorenzo's Flour Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack | 120 days |  Heirloom - Lorenzo's corn is an Heirloom of unknown, though possible Cherokee, origin. It was grown for many years by Lorenzo of Corning. Lorenzo was an organic olive oil producer who was also an early advocate for organics in the 80-90s. He was given this corn, anecdotally by a Cherokee, and spent many years growing it and eventually passed it on to Susie Lawing of Chico. Susie has been distributing this variety for many years at seed swaps in Chico and passed it on to us to continue stewarding the seed.  - The dried kernels can be ground to make a flavorful corn meal for breads, polenta, etc. We have eaten it as a breakfast mush with honey- YUM! It is a long season corn, up to 120 days, and needs to be planted at 12-18 inches. Proper spacing will ensure 2 ears per plant. Corn loves nitrogen so be sure to enrich your soil with compost.  -   -
Martian Jewels Sweet Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   80-90 days    - This stunning variety is another original piece of breeding work from Alan Kapuler, founder of Peace Seeds in OR. With white kernels and purple cobs, the dried seeds truly resemble small jewels. The entire plant is purple and gorgeous. Plants grow 7-8 ft tall with an average of two sweet ears per plant.  - -   -   -
Painted Mountain Flour Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   85 days   |   Heirloom - This is the most beautiful corn we have ever grown or seen. It produces the full color spectrum in bright, vivid hues. Bred by Montana grower Dave Christiansen, it has been selected from more than 70 Indian corns for hardiness in short, cool mountain climates. Our crop grew to only 5-6 feet and produced 1-2 ears per plant. Great to grind for corn meal, flour, tortillas, etc.
Supai Red Parch Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack | 110 days | Heirloom - The idea of parching corn has intrigued us for years. Think corn nuts. The basic idea is to remove the dried kernels from the cobs and heat them gently on a dry to lightly oiled skillet. Cast iron works great. Within about 5 minutes the kernels swell and become soft and chewy. Add spices or salt and you have a fantastic snack. - Many flour corns will work for parching but this variety is especially good for it. It was re-selected from older native strains by seed breeders Alan Kapular and Carol Deppe. The star burst red and white patterning is stunning and the 6-7 ft plants produced well. Average of two ears per plant.
Top Hat Sweet Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   80 days   NEW - Top Hat is an excellent modern sweet corn variety with plump golden kernels and a super sweet corn flavor. It is the breeding work of the late Jonathan Spero in southern OR. It has been selected to tolerate cool soils, mature early and have tight husks that are effective in excluding insects. Expect 8 -10 ft plants with an average of 2 ears per plant. Ears are about 8 inches long. Top Hat is an open source variety and pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative.  - -   -
Tuxana Sweet Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   80 days   NEW - Tuxana is a sweet, rich and creamy white sweet corn with large ears and kernels. Bred by Jonathan Spero, it is pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative. 7' tall plants usually bear 2 good ears about 8" long with 12-16 rows of kernels.   - -   -
Zanadoo Sweet Corn (+–) - Zea mays - 50 seeds/pack   |   82 days   NEW - Zanadoo corn produces 2 ears per tall plant with a mixture of white and yellow kernels boasting robust flavor and sweetness. Long husks protect he ears from insect damage. The cobs have mostly 14 rows of big deep kernels on 8 " long , wide diameter cobs. Selected to produce without high fertility levels. Bred by Jonathan Spero ad pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative.  -   -   -

Cover Crop/ Insectary

Buckwheat (+–) - Fagopyrum esculentum - 100 seeds/pack   |   70-84 days   |   Heirloom - Excellent summer cover crop.  Loosens heavy soils and adds organic matter.  The roots of buckwheat are very fibrous.  It is also an excellent forage crop for pollinators that love the small white flowers.  We use it extensively in our seed gardens to lessen chances of cross pollination.  And of course, the dried seeds can be ground for human consumption.  Buckwheat pancakes anyone?
Lacy Phacelia (+–) - Phacelia tanacetifolia - 50 seeds/pack   Heirloom - This California/Mexico native wildflower bears hairy foliage that has a deeply lobed, lacy appearance. A tight spiral uncoils to reveal sequentially opening flowers that form clusters no pollinator will ignore.  The season’s blossoms offer months of food for bees and more, so it is considered a must-have insectary plant. Grows 1-3”. - -
Showy Milkweed (+–) Asclepias speciosa 25 seeds/packet Showy Milkweed is native to the western half of the USA and is best known as a host plant to the endangered Monarch Butterfly. Adults lay eggs on milkweed leaves and the caterpillars feed on the leaves. Seeds start easily in potting soil. Transplant to permanent location. - -

Cucumbers

Armenian Cucumber (+–) - Cucumis melo - 30 seeds/pack | 60-70 days | Heirloom - This popular burpless variety thrives in heat. The fruits are long, 18-36 inches and large, 3-4 inches in diameter. Sliced with a dash of vinegar and salt, this turns into one of our favorite summertime snacks. The flavor is cooling and sweet. Be careful when seed saving since Armenian cucumbers are botanically the same species as cantaloupe and will cross pollinate.
Lemon cucumber (+–) - Cucumis sativus - 30 seeds/pack  | 65-70 days  | Heirloom - This favorite is round with yellow skin, hence its namesake. With non-bitter skin, the flesh is crunchy and slightly sweet. Good enough to eat like an apple directly from the garden or slice for salads. The vines can be trellised or allowed to sprawl. Look for new fruits frequently as they often hide under leaves and it's not uncommon to find old fat ones that have escaped notice.
Marketmore Cucumber (+–) - Cucumis sativus - 25 seeds/pack   | 65 days   - Reliable producer of dark green slicing/salad cucumbers with non-bitter skins. Developed by Cornell University in 1968, this variety has since set the standard for sliced cucumbers. Resistant to scab and tolerant to Powdery Mildew, Cucumber Mosaic Virus and Downy Mildew.
Mid-East Peace Cucumber (+–) - Cucumis sativus - 30 seeds/pack   | 50-60 days   - Very early-maturing variety produces 5-7-inch cucumbers that are excellent for slicing, pickling, etc. These are known for their uniform shape, dark green thin skins and great eating qualities. We have grown this variety for several years in our gardens and are consistently pleased with the bountiful yields.
Persian Cucumber (+–) - Cucumis sativus - 25 seeds/pack   | 55-65 days   - This cucumber is a versatile one that can shine in salads, as a slicer, and even in the pickle jar. A narrow cucumber, it is mature at 4-6” long; Its dark green skin is smooth and thin, and pleasantly crisp flesh surrounding a juicy, core. It has a mild, almost sweet taste, and contains little to no cucurbitacin, as is characteristic of “burpless” varieties of cucumbers.
Suyo Long Cucumber (+–) - Cucumis sativus - 30 seeds/pack | 60 days  |  Heirloom - This long Asian variety grows to 15 inches and more. The fruits curl into interesting shapes with a mild and pleasant flavor that is not bitter. We found it to grow best when trellised so the fruits can hang and let gravity straighten them out a bit!

Culinary Herbs and Seeds

Cilantro (+–) - Coriandrum sativum - 100 seeds/pack  |   45 days - This zesty herb has quite a reputation. Loved by most and loathed by a few. Many say that no salsa is complete without cilantro. Others love the seeds, called coriander. Sow seeds in September for harvest through the winter and into the spring. Or sow in early spring for spring harvest. If you must have cilantro with your salsa, try drying it, freezing it or planting in succession in the shade for summer harvest. Annual.
Dill (+–) - Anethum graveolens - 100 seeds/pack | 45 days - Dill is the classic flavoring used in many dishes and of course, pickles! Dill does best in cool weather so get it going in early spring and plant outside before last frost. Or in mild winter climates, plant in fall for harvest through the winter. When heat comes on dill will go to seed quickly. Use the seeds as a culinary spice and for your pickling needs. Dill produces bountiful feathery leaves with great flavor and thousands of seeds. Our dill easily topped out at seven feet tall. Biennial or annual.
Opal Purple Basil (+–) - Ocimum basilicum - 100 seeds/pack  |  60 days - We originally grew this basil as a seed contract for a larger seed company and fell in love with it. Dark purple leaves are large and slightly ruffled. The taste is comparable to sweet basil with a bit of a sharper bite. We find that it makes a great pesto on its own or combined with sweet basil. If you let it go to seed you'll be blessed by a multitude of labiate lavender flowers borne on upright stalks. Annual.
Thai Basil (+–) - Ocimum basilicum - 100 seeds/pack | 60 days - This basil packs a bold, spicy anise flavor into small leaves on a dainty, compact plant.  For culinary use, it’s taste and texture hold up in high heat as well as long simmers. It can replace sweeter basils in a favorite recipe or fruit salad for a pungent kick, but it shines in the cuisine of Southeast Asia.
Tulsi Holy Basil (+–) - Ocimum sanctum - 100 seeds/pack | 60 days |  Heirloom   - Imbibe the dried leaves of Holy Tulsi basil as a restorative lemony tea or use the sprigs in ceremony as they have been utilized for thousands of years on the Indian sub-continent. This Rama Tulsi basil is quick to set seed, so continue cutting the leaves to extend harvest.

Donation Seeds

Donation Seed Package (+–) Please leave us a note about your organization in the message area at checkout along with your tax ID number for non-profits. One donation package per organization.  - Each year we donate many seeds to school and community gardens, seed libraries and people in need. If your organization would like to receive a seed donation please place that request by ordering this item. You will be charged $4.00 for shipping and will receive a 10-20 packets of seeds depending on our supply. We often donate packets that are out of date but should still have good germination rates. We will do our best to provide you with a good selection of different varieties. The package has a cost of $.01 because our shopping cart doesn't allow for free items.  - - -

Edible Flowers

Picotee Cosmos (+–) - Cosmos bipinnatus - 50 seeds/pack    |   60 days  - This heavily flowering plant offers edible blossoms with edges in various shades of fuchsia that softly bleed into a lighter hued center of white to rosy pink. Showy, bushy growth provides habitat for pollinators, and it is a companion plant for corn and more. Beautiful on it’s own and a stunning addition to any flower garden or cut arrangement. -
Queen Lime Red Zinnia (+–) - Zinnia elegans - 40 seeds/pack    |   75 days  - These gorgeous blooms with red to lime colored blooms are, in my opinion, the jewel of the Queen Lime series. Blooming from June till frost, it offers a long season of semi to double blossoms when deadheaded regularly. Zinnias grow well direct seeded or started in trays and transplanted. -
Queen Lime Zinnia (+–) - Zinnia elegans - 40 seeds/pack    |   75 days  - This unusually colored flower adds unexpected contrast to the garden and cut arrangements. Blooming from June till frost, it offers a long season of semi to double blossoms of bright chartreuse when deadheaded regularly. Zinnias grow well direct seeded or started in trays and transplanted. -
Shades of Gold Marigold (+–) - Tagetes erecta - 50 seeds/pack   Heirloom - Giant 2-3 inch double blossoms bloom in profusion atop tall 3-5 ft plants. Flowers range in color from lemon yellow to deep golden and, while edible, are mostly used as a natural dye plant to produce various shades of gold with the dried or fresh flowers. For eating use the fresh petals as a garnish on salads. Marigold is a great companion plant in the veggie garden to attract beneficial insects and pollinators.  - -
Shasta Daisy (+–) - Leucanthemum × superbum - 50 seeds/pack    |   75 days  - Large daisy with white petals sits upon a long stem. This hardy perennial tolerates little water and cold winters. They bloom in early summer and the petals are edible though strongly flavored. Bred by Luther Burbank at the turn of the 20th century.  -
Zinnia, Multi Colored (+–) - Zinnia elegans - 40 seeds/pack    |   75 days  - These zinnias come in a rainbow of bright colors from red to yellow, pink and orange. They do well direct seeded in late spring or transplanted once frost danger has passed. Edible petals can be used as salad garnish.  -

Eggplant

Black Beauty Eggplant (+–) - Solanum melongena - 50 seeds/pack | 80 days | Heirloom - Classic dark purple to black fruits are large with meaty flesh, great for any eggplant dish or the grill. Bushy plants produce multiple fruits. Farm favorite for productivity and taste! We were introduced to eggplant parmesan this year. Words fail to describe how good this dish is and how perfect black beauties are for creating it!
Diamond Eggplant (+–) - Solanum melongena - 50 seeds/pack |  70-80 days    - Diamond eggplant is a reliable and early producer, even in cooler climates, of dark purple fruits with green-tinted flesh that are 9” long and 3” in diameter. Born on compact 2’ tall plants in clusters of 4-6, these have a mild creamy flavor and are never bitter. Original seed stock collected by Seed Savers Exchange in 1993 from the Ukraine.
Rosa Bianca Eggplant (+–) - Solanum melongena - 50 seeds/pack |  88 days | Heirloom     NEW - This beautiful Italian heirloom is wildly favored by our friends at Dancefarm. These plump fruits are lavender with white and pink streaks. Unbeatably creamy texture. Prolific. Fruits average 2-4 lbs. each. Very good roasted whole for baba ganoush, or freeze to thicken soups and sauces.

Gift Cards

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Gourds

Bottle Gourd (+–) - Lagenaria siceraria - 20 seeds/pack    |   125 days   |   Heirloom - Long green gourds can be eaten young like a zucchini or allowed to mature. The rind will become hard and if dried can be transformed into bowls, bottles and art. These are native to tropical regions of Africa but have long since been cultivated in warm regions world wide. The rampant vines are very vigorous with large white blossoms that attract pollinators.

Grains and Seeds

Afghan Sesame (+–) - Sesamum indicum - 150 seeds/pack  |  110 days   |   Heirloom - Graceful plants produce multitudes of tan sesame seeds along tall stalks. The dried seeds taste nutty; they can be dry roasted and used whole in cooking or ground into a paste.  Beautiful white flowers are tubular. Loves heat! To harvest allow the stalks to dry then cut and shake into a bag or bin. We find the stalks dry at various time so it is necessary to do multiple harvests off your patch. Luckily, when the seed pods open they do so upwards so the seed doesn’t fall out.
Crimean Winter Wheat (+–) - Triticum aestivum  100 seeds, 3-7 months to maturity - High in protein, hard winter wheat is superior for bread making. This heirloom winter wheat was collected in 1900 from Ukraine. It does best sown in the fall and harvested the following summer. During the winter months it remains low growing. As the spring progresses the seed stems become very tall and sturdy. Easy to thresh and yields copious seeds. - ¼-½ inch depth, 6-8 inches,, Start indoors- fall/spring, Direct seed outdoors- Fall/ early spring
Golden Giant Amaranth (+–) - Amaranthus hypocondriacus - 200 seeds/pack   |   98-110 days   |   Heirloom - This grain amaranth produces golden seeds with a high protein profile. Known as an ancient grain of the Americas, it is still popular today (known as kiwicha) in Peru.  These plants will easily reach 7-8 feet and need good spacing. This is one of the easiest grains for home gardeners to grow and eat. To harvest, allow seeds to dry partially on plant and then cut seed heads into a paper bag or onto a sheet for further processing. Be watchful at this stage—little birds also love these seeds!
Popping Sorghum (+–) - Sorghum bicolor - 100 seeds/pack   |   100-120 days   |   Heirloom - Native to Africa, sorghum soon became an important food crop to cultures around the world. This particular variety has been grown for the past 200 years by the Tarahumara people who's homelands include the highlands of the Sierra Madre Occidental, Mexico. At 10-12 feet, this crop is an impressive visual in any garden. The white seeds can be popped or ground for flour and the stalks can be used for forage.
Red Sorghum (+–) - Sorghum bicolor - 100 seeds/pack   |   110 days   |  Heirloom - Originating in Africa and grown for years on the San Carlos reservation in Arizona, this sorghum cultivar is prized for its exceedingly sweet stalks that can be processed into syrup or simply sucked like sugarcane. Grows 10-12 ft. The seeds have nutritional qualities although ; though, it is prized more often as a forage crop for livestock. The seed heads can be stripped of seeds and bound together to make colorful brooms!

Greens

Apollo Arugula (+–) - Eruca sativa - 200 seeds/pack |  45 days - Apollo arugula is an improved Dutch cultivar of common roquette. The spicy leaves lack bitterness and are about 8 inches long with rounded margins. Plant in the early spring or fall. Will go to seed quickly with the heat of summer. Direct seed or start in trays and transplant.
Arugula Roquette (+–) - Eruca sativa - 200 seeds/pack  | 45 days - Succulent and spicy cool-season green. Leaves deeply divided and dark green. Grows quickly and responds well to continuous harvest. Plant in the early spring or fall. Will go to seed quickly with the heat of summer. Direct seed or start in trays and transplant.
Bok Choy (+–) - Brassica rapa - 200 seeds/pack    | 45 days - This classic Asian green is fantastic in stir-fry or raw in salads. Bok Choy produces large green leaves with succulent white and crispy stems that cook up well. The leaves grow from a basal rosette allowing for continual harvest of outer leaves and stems while new growth appears from the center. These are especially tasty when lightly steamed with soy sauce or Braggs.
Golden Chard (+–) - Beta vulgaris - 50 seeds Large leafed chard with bright yellow/gold stalks that are juicy, thick and delicious. Like all chard, this variety will thrive in a permanent location in your garden. Just cut back the stalks when they try to go to seed and enjoy more greens packed with antioxidants and flavor! -
Great Greens Mix (+–) - Bok Choy, Giant Red Mustard, Arugula and Garden Cress. - 200 seeds/pack   |   45 days - Sow this mix to have tasty and plentiful greens September through May. All of these greens thrive during the cool season and can be harvested many times. Fantastic as micro-greens in salad or in stir-fry.
Kale, Red russian (+–) - Brassica oleraceae - 150 seeds/pack   |   60 days - Plant this kale in the spring and enjoy for a year. It will survive extreme summer heat and then last all winter long in your garden. Frost makes this kale grow only sweeter. Enjoy in stir-fry, shredded in salad and steamed.
Mustard, Black (+–) - Brassica nigra - 200 seeds/pack  |   120 days to dry seed - Use seeds in making your own hot mustard! Native to the Mediterranean, this mustard is suited to the valley and foothill climate. Expect it to go to seed quickly but that is ok since it is mainly grown for its seeds. The leaves are mild, but slightly hairy, and can be used as a braising green. Annual.
Persian Cress (+–) - Lepidium sativum - 200 seeds/pack | 45 days - This cress is very spicy. Use as a garnish or add to salad and other dishes. Leaves oblong and smooth along margins. Cool weather green. - Notes from a customer about how she uses this variety, "I think of Persian cress as a green. I am Iranian myself and the way Iranians serve the cress is, in a plate of greens (which are considered herbs here ), with mint, basil, chives, cilantro, tarragon, radish and spring onion, or even by itself. A salad of raw greens/herbs as a side to every meal. Try it! It is amazing! You can even add nuts and feta cheese to the plate!"
Rainbow Chard (+–) -   - Beta vulgaris - 50 seeds - This rainbow veined chard thrives year round in most climates. Large dark green leaves with colored veins from red to orange and yellow are a nutritious addition to many dishes.This chard performs well in summer heat and cold wet winter weather alike. Plant in spring for a year of continuous harvest. For seed savers, beware that chard of any kind will cross pollinate with beets. -
Siber Frill Kale (+–) - Brassica napus - 200 seeds;  50 days - Vigorous, cold tolerant, frilly when mature. Bright green, great raw or cooked. Mild sweet flavor. Direct sow or start in trays in spring or early fall. Open Source seed bred by Jonathan Spero of Oregon.
Vates Collards (+–) - Brassica oleraceae - 200 seeds/pack   |   60-80 days - Vates Collards yield large dark green leaves with a mild cabbage flavor that stand up to cold and heat alike. This heirloom was introduced in the 1930s from the Virginia Truck Experiment Station and has been a southern staple for many decades. Collards can be planted in early spring or late summer to overwinter during the cold months.
Winter Bloomsdale Spinach (+–) - Spinacea oleracea - 100 seeds  I   47 days   I   Open Pollinated - Our favorite for early spring overwintered spinach production. Heavy, Savoy-type, thick leaves, with great flavor. Winter hardy in well drained soils yielding the first field spinach of the year.

Lettuce

Blushed Butter Oak Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack - Another variation of Blushed Butter head with tender sweet flavor and large oak shaped leaves. Bred by Frank Morton and pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative. Direct sow or for large head start in flats and transplant to.8-12 inch spacing 55 day
Bronze Arrow Oak Leaf Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack - A stunning loose-leaf lettuce, this heirloom’s long, narrow, oak shaped leaf shows a deep blush of brilliant reddish brown surrounding a lush inner green. Slow to bolt, this can be treated like a cut and come again or left to fill out into a luscious rosette of tender leaves. Succulent texture and sweet taste.
Concept Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack - A juicy, flavorful, open head lettuce with densely packed, deeply textured dark green leaves. Its crisp texture is satisfying and utilitarian. Known to remain tasty during warm months, but can hold up in cooler temperatures, as well. For large heads start seeds in trays and transplant to 12" spacing.
Emerald Fan Lettuce (+–)Upright green romaine of exceptional quality, flavor and juicy crunch. Emerald Fan was bred by Jonathan Spero of OR from a cross between a butterhead and a romaine. Large leaves and heads, brilliant green color.
Hearts Aflame Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack   |   50-60 days - It wasn't until I cut a head of this variety in half that I truly understood its name. The hearts are astonishingly red and soooo succulent. Hearts Aflame has an upright romaine habit and tender savoyed green leaves with red splotches. It was bred by Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed and pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative. He selected it for "internal redness in a flaming pattern on long blanched hearts."
Jericho Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack   |   50-60 days - With origins from the desert, Jericho has been developed to endure the summer heat. Sturdy, vigorous, tall plants with dense heads. Bright green leaves with a silky texture. Bolt resistant while remaining sweet, tender and crisp. Tolerance to tip-burn, powdery mildew and downy mildew.
Magenta Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack - Rosy tinged leaves form a head around a crisp green heart. Even in summer heat, this extremely tolerant lettuce is slow to bolt and produces succulent leaves with a satisfying crispness. For large heads start seeds in trays and transplant to 12" spacing.
Mayan Jaguar Lettuce (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack   |   50-60 days - This is a 'new to us' lettuce that we grew for seed in 2018. I have to admit that the name sucked us in. Bred by Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed and pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative, this variety is all that I want in a lettuce. I loved the color and sweet juicy hearts and leaf ribs.  - Described here by Wild Garden Seed, "Dark red splashes are in high contrast over dark green ruffled leaves, wrapped into a tight upright head, with that bone crusher romaine crunch. The blushed hearts are pink as rose petals. This is a unique and beautiful romaine fountain of lettuce."

Medicinal / Ceremonial Herbs

Calendula (+–) - Calendula officinalis - 50 seeds/pack - Used traditionally to promote tissue health and regrowth. Soothing for cuts, scrapes and sore throats. Also a beneficial and edible companion plant in the garden. Plant year round in mild climates. Annual.
California Poppy (+–) - Eschscholzia californica - 50 seeds/pack   Heirloom - California Poppy is a widely distributed native wildflower throughout the west coast. The iconic golden blooms give way to narrow seed pods that readily self sow new plants. They are summer drought tolerant and will easily perennialize in well drained open spots. They do not like their roots disturbed so it is best to direct seed them in early spring or late fall. -
Chamomile (+–) - Matricaria recutita - 100 seeds/packet - Chamomile is a well known herb used for tea. Best grown in the shoulder seasons before the summer heat sets in. Start small seeds in early spring and transplant to the garden. Chamomile will often self seed and return year after year.
Coreopsis (+–) - Coreopsis tinctoria - 100 seeds/pack - Fast growing herb native to the north American plains. The showy yellow flowers with maroon centers are low growing, deer resistant, used medicinally and produce a deep golden plant dye. Direct sow or start in trays and transplant.
Danish Flag Poppy (+–) - Papaver somniferum - 200 seeds/pack   Heirloom - These stunning poppies are brilliant red with a pure white cross in their centers and resemble the Danish flag. Poppies can be sown in the fall with the rains or in early spring for climates with winter snow cover. They like to germinate in cool soils. Scatter seed on well prepared soil and water in to cover. -
Echinacea (+–) - Echinacea purpurea - 50 seeds/pack   - This classic immune tonic is used for acute inflammatory conditions such as colds, influenza, boils, skin sores, etc. We blend it with our native Oregon grape root to make Infection Fighter tincture. A local herbalist uses echinacea to ward off poison oak after exposure. Seeds need cold stratification and light exposure to germinate. Echinacea is a perennial native to the Great Plains and reaches four feet when in flower. Also known as purple cone flower for its stunning blooms of pink petals surrounding a spiky cone center.
Hibiscus/ Roselle (+–) - Hibiscus sabdariffa var sabdariffa - 25 seeds/pack   90-100 days  - Hibiscus thrives in summer heat. It provides a bold display of showy green and scarlet foliage on sturdy stalks marbled with the same colors. In late summer, pink blossoms emerge, opening in the morning and closing again in the evening. The fleshy, deep red calyxes can be picked and dried for a tangy, refreshing tea that has been said to contain high amounts of antioxidants, vitamin C, and antimicrobial properties.
Hungarian Blue Breadseed Poppy (+–) - Papaver somniferum - 200 seeds/pack   Heirloom - With deep purple blooms, nutritious blue seeds and ornamental pods this heirloom poppy for eastern Europe is an eye catching addition in the garden. Direct sown with the fall rains, poppies will grow through the winter to yield large blooms in med-spring.  -
Lemon Balm (+–) - Melissa officinalis - 50 seed/pack - I consider lemon balm an herb garden essential. The lemony-scented leaves are delicious dried and used in teas. As a medicinal, lemon balm has powerful anti-viral properties that validate its usage for anything from the flu to herpes. Start in early spring and transplant after the last frost. Lemon balm will continue to live, with winter die-back, for many years and is easily spread in the garden. Perennial.
Lemon Bergamot (+–) - Monarda citriodora - 100 seed/pack - Beautiful purple flowers bloom all summer long. Dry leaves for smooth citrus flavor tea. We sow this in the greenhouse in early spring and transplant when danger of frost has passed. Sprinkle the tiny seeds on potting soil and water in. The small seedlings should emerge within two weeks. When they are big enough to prick out transplant to 4 inch pots. Annual. Transplant after danger of frost has passed.
Licorice Mint (+–) - Agastache foeniculum - 100 seed/pack - Native to mid-west and great plains regions of USA. Pleasant licorice flavor makes a delicious tea for digestion. Beautiful lavender flower spikes bloom for eight weeks from mid to late summer. Very hardy. Will tolerate low water once established. Perennial. Sow small seeds in greenhouse early spring and transplant to permanent location once frost has passed.
Nettle (+–) - Urtica dioica - 100 seeds/pack - This favorite herb can truly be called a food! The leaves are very high in minerals and are great steamed—they lose their sting! Dry leaves and drink the tea daily for the best and cheapest multi-vitamin around. Roots and seeds are also used medicinally for prostate issues. For some, the leaves provide allergy relief. Perennial.
Poppy, Peshawar (+–) - Papaver somniferum var. album - 100 seeds/pack - Elegant and ephemeral blooms sway atop long stems. Plant a block for a stunning effect. Used traditionally for pain relief. Native to Peshwar region of Pakistan. Annual. -
Snow Princess Calendula (+–) - Calendula officinalis - 50 seeds/pack - With light yellow to almost white blossoms and tall stems this variety stands out as a cut flower. Used traditionally to promote tissue health and regrowth. Soothing for cuts, scrapes and sore throats. Also a beneficial and edible companion plant in the garden. Plant year round in mild climates. Annual.
Strawflower Mix (+–) - Helichrysum bracteatum - 100 seed/pack - Beautiful and colorful mix of papery blooms all summer long. These are great as fresh or dried cut flowers. The flowers are used to make essential oil and have several medicinal uses. Surface sow the tiny seeds and do not cover with soil as they need light to germinate. Transplant to the garden when danger of frost is past. Native to Australia.
Wild Bergamot (+–) - Mondarda fistulosa - 100 seeds/pack - Native bergamot to Western US. Used medicinally for respiratory illness and influenza. Use the lavender flowers and dried or fresh leaves in teas or tinctures to reduce fever, soothe sore throat, dispel flatulence and more. This herb is known for its antiseptic, stimulant, diuretic and diaphoretic properties. As a beneficial garden herb it attracts many great pollinators to the garden and is also known as Bee Balm. This hardy perennial dies back in the winter and will survive temps into the teens while requiring little to average water in the summer months. Perennial.

Melons

Bidwell Casaba (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack    |   90-95 days   |   Heirloom - Just as Chico boasts a Bidwell Park, Bidwell Mansion and Bidwell Perk, the city can also claim the Bidwell Casaba. Using USDA seed stock from 1869, US Senator, John Bidwell, saved and improved this heavenly melon for years in Chico, CA. The fruits are huge at 9 x 14 inch and weighing 15 lbs. This is the sweetest melon we have ever tasted!
Blenheim Orange Muskmelon (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack   |   80-90 days   |   Heirloom - This cantaloupe has been our farm favorite for several years.  With sweet thick flesh, at 2 lbs, these melons are small enough for one or two servings.  They do well in regions with a shorter season where there is ample daytime heat but the night time temps dip down. They grew in such abundance this year that we froze 10 gallons of flesh while we were seed saving.  Perfect for smoothies!
Boule d' Or Melon (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack   |   95-110 days - Also known as Golden Perfection, this French heirloom melon has a hard golden rind that protects the fruits and they are known to keep up to a month or more after harvest. Known as a winter melon, they will not slip from the vine when ripe. Instead allow them to stay on the vine until they darken to a deep golden color for maximum sweetness.
Crimson Sweet Watermelon (+–) - Citrullus lanatus - 25 seeds/pack   |   85-90 days   - These red-fleshed melons set the standard for sweetness, market readiness and disease resistance. Developed in 1964 at Kansas State University, it resists both fusarium wilt and anthracnose. Many thanks to all our watermelon-loving friends who helped us save this seed!
Desert King Watermelon (+–) - Citrullus lanatus - 25 seeds/pack   |   85-90 days   - Heirloom melon with yellow/orange flesh and pale green rind. Large fruited variety from 10-30 lbs average. Very flavorful and juicy; just what you want a watermelon to be. Large seeds plentiful but easy to discard. This variety is known for being heat resistant and somewhat drought tolerant. We found they needed regular water but did resist sunburning due to the pale skin.
Early Moonbeam Watermelon (+–) - Citrullus lanatus - 25 seeds/pack   |   78 days - Yellow watermelon? That's right, and so good! This melon is so sweet and juicy that you can eat most of the rind too. It is an icebox size, 5-8 lbs with butter yellow flesh and colorful dark and light green exterior.  The small size makes it perfect for a one-sitting feast.  This melon is well suited to short season climates as it will mature early. Selected by Dr. Alan Kapuler.
Haogen Melon (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack    |   75-80 days   |   Heirloom - This light and juicy green fleshed melon is very fragrant and tasty. Early maturing and heavy producer of small 2-3 lb fruits. Harvest when fruits turn yellow. Thought to be an Israeli adaption of an older native American variety. Vigorous growth. Main crop matures over a month long period and then a new crop of smaller fruits will continue to produce until the frost. - Photo by Josh Hincks
Huerfano Bliss Melon (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack    |   90 days   |    An orange honeydew melon with thick meat, small seed cavity and outrageous flavor! Slightly oval fruits measuring ~5"x6",weighing an average of ~4.5 lbs. Named for the Huerfano river that flows into the Arkansas in eastern Pueblo County. Selected and introduced by Pueblo Seed & Food Company of Cortez, Colorado.
Ice Cream Muskmelon (Green Machine) (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack - Very sweet 2 lb fruits with green flesh. Known as 'green machine' for the amazing number of fruits produced on these compact vines. Fruits slip from vines when ripe. Bred in 1998 by Merlyn Niedens, this is a cross between ‘Jenny Lind’ and ‘Kansas.’ The name Ice Cream comes from the perfect bowl the melon makes when you remove the seeds. Perfect for a scoop of ice cream, that is!
Mountain Honey Melon (+–) - Cucumis melo - 25 seeds/pack    |   85 days   |   Original breeding work - Bred by Don Tipping of OR for shorter seasons and cool nights, this outstanding variety is also heat tolerant and outproduces many others in its class. Enjoy the sweet orange flesh of this prolific producer as each plant can yield 10-12 fruits throughout the season.

Mixes

3 Cucumber Mix (+–) - Cucumis sativus and C. melo - 50 seeds/pack | 60 days | Heirloom - Mix of Lemon, Mid-East Prolific and Armenian cucumbers. These are our three favorite cucumbers all in one packet. You could direct sow the whole pack along a trellis or in a bed for a bountiful and diverse crop of eaters, slicers and pickle material.
3 Lettuce Mix (+–) - Lactuca sativa - 200 seeds/pack - For those who want several lettuce varieties, try our mix of three colorful cut-and-come-again lettuce. The varieties in this mix change regularly.
3 Sunflower Mix (+–) - Helianthus annus - 50 seeds/pack - Decorate your garden with sunshine. This mix of sunflowers includes Russian Mammoth, Tarahumara and Evening Sun. Let these reseed year after year in your garden. The birds will love you for it! Sow sunflowers up to 1/2 inch deep after all danger of frost has passed. Space 2 ft apart or more for optimum growth.

Okra

Red Velvet Okra (+–) - Abelmoschus esculentus - 50 seeds/pack   |   60-70 days - Red okra? Still good in gumbo, stir-fry, fried okra fingers, you name it. This striking plant has red stalks, green leaves and red pods.  Harvest pods when they are under 4 inches for the most tender treat.

Onion/Leeks

Rosa di Milano Onion (+–) - Allium cepa - 150 seeds/pack   |   110 days   |  Heirloom - Heirloom red storage onion from Italy. Large 4-inch bulbs with flat tops. Shimmering red/pink skins. Sweet and spicy flavor. Outstanding storage onions and very beautiful. We grew the seed with the seed-to-root-to-seed method, meaning we dug the onions in the fall and stored them until spring. In the spring we replanted and let them go to seed!

Valencia Onion (+–) - Allium cepa - 150 seeds/pack   |   120 days - This yellow sweet Spanish type onion is a moderate keeper and produces large golden bulbs. You can also grow it as a bunching onion by clumping the seeds and harvesting young.

Peas

Mammoth Melting Snow Pea (+–) - Pisum sativum - 25 seeds/pack   |   60 days - Large succulent pods are GREAT in stir-fry, quiches or any other dish you can dream up.  Prolific vines produce masses of large, flat-podded peas late into the pea season. Peas are 3-4 inches long and nearly an inch wide. This variety will climb 5-6 ft or more if a sturdy trellis is provided. Pea weevil damage is present in some seeds. Pea seeds have been treated to kill any pea weevil larvae by freezing the seed for 3 weeks.

Peppers

Amish Pimiento Sweet Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 50 seeds/pack   |   85 days   |    Heirloom - This is a long time farm favorite pepper for us. We first grew it over 10 years ago a seed contract for Fedco seeds and have kept it going. These squat little sweet peppers have thick flesh and much sweetness. The plants keep producing right up until the frost and are great to eat raw, stir-fried and roasted. I usually freeze a few gallons of these during seed harvest and we eat them all winter as well.  -
Ancho/Poblano Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 50 seeds/pack   |   88 days - This mild hot pepper is great for stuffing or adding just the right amount of heat to a dish. Used in the classic Mexican recipe, chile relleno. Peppers turn red when fully ripe and are 4-7 inches long and about 1-2 inches in diameter. Expect 15-20 per plant.
Corno d' Toro Sweet Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 30 seeds/pack    |   75-90 days   |    Heirloom - The name of this Italian heirloom means ‘bull’s horn’. With a twisted shape, these peppers certainly do resemble their namesake. The claims of 10 inch sweet and crisp fruits were true. We found this variety to be perfect for grilling, stuffing and dicing. As the summer came to an end these peppers really amped up their production. From September to the end of October we harvested a giant bounty of these great peppers.
Criolla Sella Hot Pepper (+–) - Capsicum baccatam - 50 seeds/pack   |   70 days   |   Heirloom  - These knee high multi-branching plants are loaded with 2-inch golden orange peppers. We love the citrus flavor with mild heat. Produces early, even in our mountain climate. Withstands hot temps and fierce sun without burning fruits. Makes a beautiful and delicious golden chili powder.
Early Jalapeño Hot Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 50 seeds/pack | 65 days - These plants yield an amazing number of blunt, 3-inch peppers. As its name suggests, it ripens earlier than other jalapeño varieties. It also resists sunburn due to thick foliage. Each compact plant produces 20-30 fruits each! We think this is the perfect multi-use pepper, great for canning or pickling or for a flavorful addition to salsa or soups. This pepper has just the right amount of heat. We have heard reports of some jalapenos not having any heat. This is not the case with our line of jalapeno. Great heat here.
Gatherer's Gold Sweet Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 50 seeds/pack    |   70-80 days    - This beautiful golden horn shaped sweet pepper is perfect for roasting or fresh eating. Bred by Frank Morton of OR, it is known for thick sweet walls, resistance to sunburn and early yields. Peppers germinate best with warm soil temps around 80 F and can take 10-14 days to sprout. Pledged to the Open Source Seed Initiative.  -
Korean Hot Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 50 seeds/pack   |   70 days   |    Heirloom - Each time we grow this pepper the productivity amazes us. This Korean red hot pepper adds the perfect amount of spice- Not too hot, but hot enough, it has thin red skins that dry easily for storage. Traditionally these are coarsely ground to make gochugaru, the dried red pepper flakes used in Kim Chi. - The compact plants are prolific producers of these 3-4 inch peppers and also produce well in cooler climates. The bushy plants can reach thigh high by seasons end and have a tendency to lodge, fall over, at this time so staking can be beneficial.  -
Padron Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum  50 seeds  90 days to maturity - This heirloom pepper from northwestern Spain has made a name for itself in recent years. Traditionally served as tapas in Spain where they are  harvested green at just 1-2 inches long and sauteed in olive oil and garlic. Most are deliciously mild but about 1 in 20 will be hot. As the peppers grow larger and turn red they also develop more intense heat. Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost at 75-80 F. - 18 inch spacing, ⅛-¼ inch depth, sow outdoors- after last frost  sow indoors, 6-8 weeks before last frost
Peruvian Purple Hot Pepper (+–) - Capsicum fructescens - 50 seeds/pack   |   95 days   |   Heirloom - Heralding from Peru, this completely purple plant yields dark purple to almost black peppers.  The up-pointed fruits are mildly hot, meaning you can actually put one or two in a salsa and not get blown out of the kitchen! It really is quite a striking plant whose compact nature lends it to patio gardens.  These peppers do need a long season to fully mature.  Watch as the fruits turn from dark purple to burgundy red when mature.
Scotch Bonnet Hot Pepper (+–) - Capsicum chinensis - 50 seeds/pack   |   100-120 days    -   - Scotch Bonnnet peppers are a staple in Caribbean cuisine as well as a new favorite on our farm. The squat golden fruits pack not only heat but also fruity sweet flavor. These are relatives of the habanero and are similar in growth and maturation. Be sure to seed them a good 6-8 weeks before the last frost since they need a fairly long growing season. Expect loads of these golden peppers to ripen until the first frost. Extend your season with row cover or the greenhouse.  - We made a delicious fermented hot sauce with this by blending the fruits, including the stems, with a few cloves of garlic, salt, a bit of honey and a dab of yogurt. Blend well and put in a canning jar. Leave to ferment at room temp for 3-5 days, burping the container several times a day to let gases escape. Refrigerate and enjoy! -   -
Stocky Red Roaster Sweet Pepper (+–) - Capsicum annuum - 50 seeds/pack   |   85 days    - This thick skinned Italian style roasting pepper has an intense sweet flavor and crunch. Many large sweet peppers are born on upright plants that resist lodging. Whether you like them raw in the garden or roaster these are excellent any way you like to eat your peppers. Bred by Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seeds in Oregon and pledged to the OSSI as an Open Source variety.

Radish

Watermelon Radish (+–) - Raphanus sativus - 50 seeds/pack    |   50-60 days - Watermelon radish is an Asian heirloom type of daikon with light green skin and a rosy red interior similar to a watermelon. The sweet spicy flesh is delicious is salads or try adding them to your favorite fermentation recipe. Direct sow seeds 2" apart. These become sweeter with cool weather and will overwinter in your garden.

Solanam

Purple de Milpa Tomatillo (+–) - Physalis ixocarpa - 50 seeds/pack  |  70-90 days - Purple variety with fruits 1-2 inches. Tangy flavor great in green salsas. Purple color indicates maturity. With time, they become more seedy but sweeter for eating raw. Prolific. We plant this from seed directly in garden soil June 1 and still get a great yield.

Squash

Burpee's Baby Butterbush (+–) -  Curcubita moshata 20 seeds: pack 75 days Incredibly prolific space saving squash. Bush habit with vines that travel no more than 4 feet. Deep orange sweet flesh red/organge shell. Long keeper. Good butternut choice for shorter season climates. -   -
Candystick Delicata Squash (+–) - Curcubita pepo - 20 seeds/pack | 90 days | OSSI Pledged variety - Candystick is known for its vigorous growth; it can yield fruits up to three pounds. Bred by Carol Deppe, this green striped, orange-tan delicata is sweeter and thicker-skinned than a traditional delicata; it’s a long keeper that can be enjoyed months after harvest. It is very rich and complex in taste and has a smooth, slightly dry texture that makes it famously dessert worthy.
Cinderella Pumpkin (+–) - Curcubita maxima - 20 seeds/pack   |   60 days   |   Heirloom - This vivid red-orange beauty’s squat stature and deep vertical furrows are reminiscent of the carriage used by it’s namesake. Also known as Rouge Vif D'Etampes, its an old French heirloom with thin skin and sweet, mild flesh well suited for soups, pies and more.
Styrian Hulless Seeded Pumpkin (+–) - Cucurbita pepo - 25 seeds/pack   |   90 days - As the name suggests, the seeds of this variety are hulless meaning you can just pop them in your mouth and eat. Wonderful nutty flavor. They are delicious raw or lightly toasted with salt or spices. The flesh of these pumpkins is not very nice to eat but all types of cows, chickens and pigs seem to enjoy. With orange skins and some green striping these could also be used for Halloween pumpkins and the seeds harvested at that time. The seeds are a great source of protein and once dried will keep until you are looking for a snack. - They mature quickly and can be harvested before other winter squashes. We found that if left too long in the field after maturity the seeds will begin to split and germinate inside the pumpkins. To harvest the seeds split pumpkins open and scoop seeds. Once you've cleaned the pumpkin guts off the seeds dry them on a screen until completely dry in a warm location with good air flow. Variety from the Styria region of Austria.
Sweetmeat Oregon Homestead Squash (+–) - Curcubita maxima - 15 seeds/pack | 95 days | Heirloom - If you could only grow one winter squash this would be it. Oregon Homestead Sweetmeat squash,  growing to 10-20 lbs each, are fantastic to eat any way you can imagine; soups, stews, quiche, pie, etc. Reselected by Oregon plant breeder and author Carol Deppe for vigorous growth, thick dry flesh, large tasty seeds and hardiness in variable climates. Stored in a frost free cool environment they can easily keep 6-8 months.
Waltham Butternut Squash (+–) - Curcubita moschata - 20 seeds/pack   |   110 days - Waltham sets the standard for butternuts. Large fruits up to 6 lbs. with brilliant orange flesh. I love the natural sweet/savory flavor and the texture. We use butternuts in everything from pies, soups, baked and in breads. Excellent storage variety.
Winter Luxury Pumpkin (+–) - Curcubita pepo - 20 seeds/pack | 100 days | Heirloom - This heirloom pumpkin dates back to the late 1800s and has been loved ever since for its sweet orange flesh perfect for pies, soups and bakes. Winter Luxury is a mid-sized squash that can just about be used in one meal, with the leftover puree frozen for some later date. The vines crawl rampantly and each plant will produce 3-5 fruits with pale orange and finely netted skin.

Summer Squash

Dark Star Zucchini (+–) - Cucurbita pepo - 20 seeds/pack   |   50 days - This bush zucchini has all the best traits. It is early to mature, prolific, tasty and drought tolerant. The dark green zucchinis are uniform and were developed under organic conditions for organic farmers. Bred by seedsman Bill Reynolds.
Golden Zucchini (+–) - Cucurbita pepo - 20 seeds/pack   |   55 days - This vigorous variety will feed the masses with prolific and early yields of golden zucchini with superb flavor and texture. We enjoy these sautéed, steamed, grilled, grated and dehydrated as chips. Selected by Swiss Seed company Sativa Rheinau.
Tromboncino Squash (+–) - Curcubita moshata - 20 seeds/pack   |   60 days   |   Heirloom - This Italian heirloom can be eaten as a summer squash at 60 days or leave it on the vine to grow large and tan for a winter squash. As a summer squash they have a firm texture and sweet flavor. As a winter squash they are akin to a butternut cousin with a milder flavor. Rampant vines can be trellised.
Yellow Crookneck Squash (+–) - Curcubita pepo - 20 seeds/pack   |   50 days - Classic yellow crookneck squash great steamed, fried, baked, grilled. Anyway you like it! Harvest young and often for a continuous supply of this tasty squash.

Tomatoes

Blush Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 30 seeds/pack | 70 days - Blush tomato, bred by Fred Hempel at Green Bee Farm, stands out with a stunning color palette in warm hues. The flavor has a sweet complexity that keeps you popping this prolific producer of elongated two inch fruits. The vigorous vines benefit from staking and are indeterminate. New farm favorite for 2020!
Brad's Atomic Grape tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 25 seeds/pack   |   75-80 days   - Atomic Grape was named by plant breeder Bradley Gates of Wild Boar Farms in the Napa Valley of California. The goal of Brad is to "create the most amazing tomato varieties there are." Here is how he describes this variety. "Indeterminate. These elongated multi-colored large cherries grow in clusters. Lavender and purple striped when immature, turning to green, red / brown with anthocycnin blue stripes when fully ripe. The interior is green with a blushed red when extra ripe. This amazing variety is delicately sweet. The fruit holds well on the vine and post harvest. The wispy foliage but produces a lot of fruit." - You can read about Wild Boar farms here https://wildboarfarms.com/about/ -
Cosmonaut Volcav Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 65 days | Heirloom - This farm-favorite tomato is a fantastic all-around kitchen variety. We love it sliced for salads and sandwiches. An heirloom from the Ukraine, it is large and dark red and very prolific. It is the deep sweet tomato flavor that really clinches the deal though. Especially sun warmed from the vine! Indeterminate.
Costoluto Genovese Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack   |   85 days   |   Heirloom - Dating back to the early 19th century this tomato has long been a favorite in Italy for fresh eating and widely known for superb sauces and juice. The high acid content off set with a deep sweet tomato flavor gives this odd looking heirloom high marks in the old and new world alike. We were astounded by the prolific nature of this knobby lobed tomato. Fruit set began early and did not stop until the frost was upon us. Even through the hot northern California weather we continued to get fruits. The high seed content also makes this variety a seed savers dream.
Czech Bush Tomato (+–) Solanum lycopersicon - 30 seeds/pack | 90 days | Heirloom Great for small spaces or container gardens, this Czechoslovakian heirloom produces large yields despite being a determinate variety. Born on sturdy branches the large 4-6” tomatoes have the perfect balance of sweet to acid flavor and are suitable for slicing and saucing!
Green Grape Cherry Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 80-90 days | Heirloom - Hanging on their vines like grapes, these yellow/green cherry tomatoes will tingle your taste buds. Bred by Tom Wagner in 1986 from a yellow pear cherry and a large beefsteak heirloom. With a tangy sweet taste, many folks find these little fruits addictive. The plants stay compact but bear fruit for a long season. Although they are listed as a determinate variety we found them to be extremely prolific. - The famous tomato expert Carolyn Male wrote a book called 100 Heirloom Tomatoes for the American Garden. On the green grape she says, “First time growers of green grape have a tendency to fall in love with it after only one season. When you experience the unique spicy sweetness associated with green tomatoes for the first time, it's easy to become addicted.”
Juane Flamme (+–) - Solanum lycopersicum - 50 seeds/pack | 65 days | Heirloom - With a name that translates to 'yellow flame' this heirloom tomato has the shape and color of an apricot and an immensely satisfying sweet/salty flavor. They are great in salads, fresh, baked or dried. The 2-3 inch, deep orange-colored fruits grow in prolific clusters. Indeterminate.
Lucky Tiger Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 30 seeds/pack | 70 days - Lucky Tiger is a bicolor cherry tomato Bred by Fred Hempel at Green Bee Farm. Dark green striping and shades of red fleck deepen in color when ripe. This oblong tomato has green flesh with hints of red mottling and makes a beautiful presentation. Deliciously tangy without compromising sweetness.
Milano Plum Paste Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 70 days  l  Heirloom - This determinate paste tomato is a highly productive Italian heirloom. Fruits are large to 5 inches, very meaty with few seeds. Good flavor. Compact tomato bushes could be planted in containers for patio gardeners. For canning a determinate tomato can be a blessing since all the fruits are ready at nearly the same time. This allows the avid canner to preserve large batches all at once. -
Peacevine Cherry Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 78 days - Prolific 1-inch fruits borne on vigorous indeterminate vines. These are among the very best cherry tomatoes we’ve ever tasted. Sweet and plentiful. Another original from Peace Seeds, de-hybridized from Sweet 100. High in vitamin C. These tomatoes get their name from a high content of gamma-amino butyric acid, which acts as a calming effect on the body. Indeterminate.
Pineapple Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 60-80 days | Heirloom - This huge multi-colored heirloom weighs in at 1-2 lbs. When cut in half these fruits are truly stunning with a webbed pattern of yellow, orange and red colors. Everyone I know raves not only of their beauty but also the light and non-acid, almost fruity taste. It is a good idea to trellis these heavy fruits to keep them off the ground. They are also best eaten right away, as they don't tend to keep as well as some varieties. My favorite tomato to eat on a sandwich. Indeterminate.
Principe Borghese Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack   |   75-80 days  l   Heirloom - Well loved Italian Heirloom variety for its superior sun drying ability. Plants are absolutely loaded with small plum shaped fruits. They are possible to dry whole although we preferred to cut them in half and then dry on screens in our greenhouse. These become delicious snacks or can be re-hydrated for winter sauces and stews.
Purple Cherokee Tomato (+–) - Solanum lycopersicon   50 seeds  80 days,  - With flavor perfectly balanced between sweet and savory this dusky rose-brown heirloom is a favorite. The fruits are medium to large and born on indeterminate vines. The seed was introduced by Seed Savers Exchange member Craig LeHoullier in 1991 from seed obtained from J. D. Green of Tennessee. It is believed to be an heirloom with  origins in the Cherokee nation. - 18-24 inch spacing ⅛-¼ inch depth, Sow outdoors after last frost, start indoors 6 weeks before last frost
Skorospelka Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 60-70 days | Heirloom - This Russian heirloom tomato bears prolific amounts of small to medium sized red fruits. An early producer that will continue to offer tomatoes until the first frost, this variety is ideal for canning and fresh eating. Its habit is fairly compact and would do well as a container tomato. We were truly impressed by the amount of fruits harvested from this variety. Indeterminate.
Stupice Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 55 days | Heirloom - Small early tomatoes with good flavor. Expect high yields from this vigorous potato leaf variety. Crimson fruits. Good for short seasons, a cold-tolerant variety. A 1988 comparative tasting in the San Francisco area gave it first place for its wonderful sweet/acid, tomatoey flavor and production. Indeterminate.
Wapsipinicon Peach Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 80-90 days - Smallish yellow tomato with a distinctive peachy fuzz on the skin. Delightful fruity flavor. It is easy to sit down and eat a few of these right off the vine; like eating sunshine:)
Yellow Brandywine Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack   |  80-90 days - Large yellow to orange fruits have shape of a brandywine with a citrus flavor. Very beautiful with medium production. Definitely a great colored tomato! Indeterminate.
Zapotec Tomato (+–) - Lycopersicon esculentum - 50 seeds/pack | 80-90 days | Heirloom - Zapotec is an heirloom originating from near Oaxaca, Mexico. They are the native tomato of the region.These large fruits are surprisingly light with little water weight and firm, sturdy walls suitable for grilling or stuffing. Pale red with many pleats. Sliced they resemble a lace doily. Light and elegant taste. These were a top taster's choice during our Tomato Tasting Fest 2011. Indeterminate.

Turnip

Tokyo Market Turnip (+–) - Brassica rapa - 200 seeds   l   50 days -   - These white Japanese turnips are popping up in farmer's markets and are incredibly popular. They have very little spice and can be eaten raw straight from the garden. They are also wonderful sliced in salads or pickled. Last season we trialed three open pollinated varieties against the market standard hybrid Hakerei. We found the Tokyo Market to be virtually identical. The greens can be eaten as well! Truly one of my favorite garden foods! -