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Lettuce Romaine Parris Island
Parris Island Cos Romaine Lettuce Seeds
Organic, Heirloom
Crunchy, sweet leaves, buttery-green heart, and vigorous growth are a few ways to describe 'Parris Island Cos' romaine. Developed by the USDA and Clemson University around 1950, this nutritional, 10"-12", upright lettuce will soon be a favorite in your garden and your kitchen, full grown or as a baby green in as little as 21 days. Ideal for lettuce wraps. Plants resist tipburn and are mosaic virus tolerant.
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
Days to Maturity: 21 - 68 days
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Unknown; lettuce has been in cultivation for a long time.
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: 10"-12" tall, 8"-10" wide
Variety Information: Upright growth with medium green, slightly savoyed (crinkled) leaves, crisp ribs, and buttery-green heart. 'Parris Island Cos' is a romaine-type lettuce developed around 1950 by Clemson University, and named after Parris Island in South Carolina.
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BOT3026 |
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Beet (gold) Touchstone Gold
Touchstone Gold Beet Seeds
Organic
Not only does the color of this beet make it stand apart, but so does the flavor. Golden beets are known for being extra sweet and less "earthy" than their red counterparts. Grown alongside red, white, and candy-striped beets, your harvest will create a playful plate of color at the table. Improved germination and performance over other golden cultivars. Best at 1"-3" round.
Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
Days to Maturity: 85-90 Days
Family: Amaranthaceae
Native: Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean region
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant biennial grown as an annual
Plant Dimensions: Leaf tops are 12"-18" tall.
Variety Information: Golden, globe-shaped roots up to 3" in diameter.
Attributes: Frost Tolerant
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BOT3028 |
Beet (gold) Touchstone Gold |
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3028 |
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Arugula Wild Rocket Rocky
Rocky Arugula/Wild Rocket
Organic, Heirloom
'Rocky' is a fast-growing, wild-type arugula that grows in a compact rosette form. Wild arugula has a slightly stronger, more complex flavor than regular arugula, and is perennial in USDA zones 6-10. Its flavor can be described as peppery or mustardy with a hint of nuttiness. Tender baby greens are ready in 30 days, at 2"-4" tall.
Botanical Name: Diplotaxis tenuifolia
Days to Maturity: 30-50 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Asia and Europe
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant perennial in USDA zones 6-10
Plant Dimensions: 8"-10" tall at maturity
Variety Information: 2"-6" soft, green leaves. Wild arugula has more deeply-lobed leaves than common arugula. Edible flowers are yellow.
Attributes: Good for Containers
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BOT3029 |
Arugula Wild Rocket Rocky |
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3029 |
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Bok Choy Baby Choi
Baby Choi Bok Choy Seeds
Organic
This ancient, Asian green, also called pak choi, is just as excellent in a stir fry as in a marinated salad. Harvest at 5"-6" tall in only about 35 days for tender, baby choi. Plants are ideal for growing in containers, make a pretty addition to mixed containers, and resist bolting.
Botanical Name: Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
Days to Maturity: 35-60 Days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Eurasia
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant biennial usually grown as an annual
Plant Dimensions: Up to 20" tall, 12" wide
Variety Information: Smooth, dark green leafy blades in a cluster, with white, crisp stems.
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BOT3031 |
Bok Choy Baby Choi |
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3031 |
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Broccoli Raab Rapini
Rapini Broccoli Raab Seeds
Organic, Heirloom
There is a good reason the Europeans love Rapini; the tender stems, buds, flowers, and leaves have a wonderfully delicate and slightly bitter, peppery broccoli flavor, that can be enjoyed in salads, stir-fries, or steamed. Budding florets should be harvested just before the flowers open for best flavor. Known in Italy as "broccoletti".
Botanical Name: Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
Days to Maturity: 45 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Probably Eurasia
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: 12"-14" tall, 8"-10" wide
Variety Information: Broccoli raab is a traditional Italian vegetable that is gaining popularity around the world. The tender stalks and flower buds have a bitter, pungent, broccoli flavor. The young leaves are eaten like greens.
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BOT3040 |
Broccoli Raab Rapini |
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Arugula Rocket
Arugula/Rocket
Organic, Heirloom
Arugula's flavor has been described as peppery, mustardy, and hot with a hint of tartness. It adds such an exciting, interesting flavor to salads. Most often eaten raw in salads but also steamed or added raw to many other dishes such as pizza. Tender baby greens are ready in 20- 28 days, at 2"-4" tall. Also a good container variety.
Botanical Name: Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa
Days to Maturity: 20-45 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Africa, Asia, Europe; exact native range obscure
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: 12"-24" tall at maturity
Variety Information: 2"-6" soft, green leaves are deeply pinnately lobed, shaped much like an elongated oak leaf, with hints of red in the veins. Flavor can be described as rich and peppery. Edible flowers are creamy white with purple veins.
Attributes: Good for Containers
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BOT3041 |
Arugula Rocket |
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Radish Cherry Belle
Cherry Belle Radish Seeds
Organic, Heirloom
Radish is a frost-tolerant, fast-maturing, easy-to-grow vegetable. The mild flavor and crisp texture of this Holland heirloom make it a great addition to salads, sandwiches, and snack trays. Cut radishes to create beautiful radish "roses" and use as a garnish or on a relish tray. Perfect for container gardening, and fun for kids to grow! 'Cherry Belle' is a 1949 All-America Selections award winner.
Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
Days to Maturity: 24 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Unknown
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: 2 1/2 "-3" tops and 3/4"-1" rounded root
Variety Information: Bright red skin and a firm, crisp, white interior; mild flavor.
Type: Spring/Summer radish
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BOT3048 |
Radish Cherry Belle |
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3048 |
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Swiss Chard Fordhook Giant
Swiss Chard Fordhook Giant
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BOT3050 |
Swiss Chard Fordhook Giant |
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Lettuce Butterhead Buttrcrnch
Buttercrunch Butterhead Lettuce Seeds
Organic, Heirloom
'Buttercrunch' is a vigorous grower with a creamy yellow interior, buttery flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, pleasing palates since 1963. Small heads are perfect for a single-serve salad. The compact size makes it a good container variety, and it's also attractive in the flower-garden border. All-America Selections Winner.
Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
Days to Maturity: 21-65 days
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Unknown; lettuce has been in cultivation for a long time.
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Plant Dimensions: 5"-6" wide, 3"-5" tall
Variety Information: Large, soft, slightly crumpled light green leaves in a loose head with a creamy yellow core. 'Buttercrunch' is a butterhead type lettuce bred at Cornell University.
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BOT3052 |
Lettuce Butterhead Buttrcrnch |
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Leek King Richard
King Richard Leek Seeds
Organic
Leeks' mild but rich onion flavor and cold tolerance make them a favorite in home kitchens and gardens. This onion relative has compact stems that thicken but do not form bulbs like onions. 'King Richard' produces extra long white stems early. Enjoy fresh, grilled, sauteed, and added to soups and stews. Cold tolerant to 20?F and can be left in the garden for an extended harvest.
Botanical Name: Allium ampeloprasum
Days to Maturity: 75 days
Family: Alliaceae
Native: Eastern Mediterranean region
Hardiness: Biennial grown as an annual
Plant Dimensions: 18"-30" tall. Under optimal growing conditions, the white part of 'King Richard' can be 12" long, making the entire plant up to 30" long.
Variety Information: Leek plants resemble a long, fat green onion. The white lower portion has a mild onion flavor while the green tops are stronger tasting. Cold hardy to 20?F.
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BOT3057 |
Leek King Richard |
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Kale Dazzling Blue
Dazzling Blue Kale Seeds
Organic
Be dazzled by the striking colors of this extra-cold-hardy kale-more cold tolerant than other lacinato types. The striking purple midrib pops against the blue-green leaves, some of which may take on more purple hues in the cool temperatures of fall. Lacinato kale is ideal for kale salads and other fresh culinary endeavors. Pick tender, baby greens for fresh salads, chips, or cooking, in just 30 days.
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea
Days to Maturity: 30 - 60 Days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Europe
Hardiness: Biennial grown as an annual, kale is very cold hardy and may overwinter in milder climates.
Plant Dimensions: 24"-48" tall, and about 12"-24" wide
Variety Information: 'Dazzling Blue', a lacinato type kale, is more cold hardy than traditional lacinato kale. The leaves on each plant can be varying shades from green to purple, each with a lavender to purple midrib.
Attributes: Cold Tolerant, Good for Containers
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Radish Daikon (white)
Miyashige White Daikon Radish Seeds
Organic, Heirloom
Young daikon radishes are often used shredded in sushi, but their light, slightly spicy flavor is a unique addition to many other dishes. Mature daikon is pickled or cooked; add to stir-fries or soups for crunch. Daikon is a winter radish, requiring shortening day length and cool temperatures to form. Sow after mid-summer or fall depending on your growing season. Deep roots are also used as a cover crop to break up heavy soils. Stores well. Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
Days to Maturity: 50-60 days
Family: Brassicaceae
Native: Unknown
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual
Variety Information: Best harvested at 12"-18" long 2"-3" wide. 'Miyashige White' is a daikon, winter radish with a tapered, white and light-green root.
Type: Winter, daikon radish
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