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Yu Choy Sum Seeds - Early Green. Heirloom, Brassica rapa var parachinesis. NonGMO. Warm season annual. 30-40 days. Flowering Brassica is a fast growing green that can be harvested as Yu Choy (stem and leaf) or Yu Choy Sum, (stem, leaf and flower buds.) This high quality, early maturing variety is developed for growing baby Yu Choy or Yu Choy Miao. Its stems are short and thick with shiny green leaves and it is tolerant to Downy Mildew. Good for sowing in late summer and fall season. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in a sunny location in spring after last frost, or summer/fall. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Yu Choy Sum is very sensitive to temperature. Exposure below 50-55?F may result in bolting. Optimal growth temperature range is 60-80?F. Lightly steam, stir-fry or pickle. Approx 19000 seeds/oz.
The Handy Pantry Smart Seal Lid transforms any 5-gallon bucket into the ideal storage container. Food grade, airtight, leakproof, and pest-proof.
Amaranth is a pseudo grain that can be sprouted, ground into a flour, toasted, made into porridge and many other uses. Great addition to food storage. Great germination rate. Available in 4 sizes, resealable packaging. Certified Organic.
Certified Organic. Alfalfa seeds for sprouting. High germination rate and easy to grow and sprout. Alfalfa sprouts are the cornerstone of sprouting and are rich in vitamins, amino acids, minerals and protein. Resealable packaging, small quantities to bulk.
Chinese Broccoli Seeds - Wan Shen. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Brassica oleracea var alboglabra. 60-65 days. Warm/cool season annual. Kailaan is one of the most popular green vegetables in Chinese cuisine. This late maturing Chinese broccoli also bolts late if grown in cool temperatures. It has large tender leaves with short, thick, crisp stems. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost to early summer or late summer to early fall. Sow seeds in late spring to fall season (cool areas), can be planted yearly around in sub-tropical area. Keep soil moist. Harvest main stalk when about 8-10 tall and when 2-3 flowers are about to open. After this cut, the plant branches freely for an extended harvest but stems and leaves will be smaller. Stir-fry stalks, leaves and buds with garlic, a little sugar and some rice wine or boil and dress with oyster sauce. Can be cooked like choy sum. ~6563 seeds an ounce."
Yard Long Bean - Yu Long Noodle Kin. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis. 70 days to maturity. Warm season annual. Yu Long is an extra long yard long bean growing up to 30 inches with an early maturity. The plants are vigorous and highly productive. Beans are dark green color and crisp. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support. Harvest pods while still smooth, tender, and about the diameter of a pencil. This type of bean is used in the popular Szechwan dish Dry Fried Beans. Try in recipes that use snap beans. Prepare beans by cutting into 2 sections. Approx 180 seeds / oz."
Vietnamese Culantro Seeds - Ngo Gai. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Eryngium foetidum. Also known as Mexican coriander, thorny coriander, spiny coriander, fitweed, saw-leaf or saw-tooth herb, recao and Tabasco parsley, this herb has a similar flavor to cilantro although much stronger. 80-90 days to maturity. Warm season annual. Each leaf grows from the plant base, rather than a stem, and the leaves are harvested by cutting the entire rosette at the base before the plant begins to flower. In mild climates, the plant can be considered a short-lived perennial, but more often it is grown as an annual. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in part shade in spring/summer and keep moist to delay bolting. Seeds can take up to 25 days to germinate. If transplanting seedlings, use care, as they don't like their roots disturbed. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. For best germination, seed should be stored at 41?F until planted. Widely used as a seasoning in Thailand, India, Vietnam, and other parts of Asia. The thick Ngo Gai leaves retain color and flavor very well when dried. The leaves and roots are most typically added to stews, soups, marinades, and other sauces or chutneys. An important ingredient in sofrito. Apx. 30800 seeds per ounce.
Soybean - Tohya. Heirloom, Glycine max. 70 days. Warm season annual. This is a non-GMO, open pollinated, early maturity soybean variety. Pods are light green with white pubescence, large pods with 3 seeds. Plants are under 2 feet tall. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Seeds will rot or fail to germinate if overwatered or soaked. Keep soil moist but not soaked during the germinating period. Fertilize as needed. Warm day temperatures (75-85?F) and cool night temperatures are important for best results. Harvest when soybeans swell in pod. Prepare edamame, a traditional Japanese treat, by boiling fresh pods for 3-4 minutes in salted water and serve them as a healthy appetizer and snack. Soybeans are rich in protein. Approx 175 seeds / oz.
Cabbage Seeds - Pak Choi - Shanghai. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Annual. Brassica rapa Chinensis group. Also known as ang chaithao, cai be trang, cai ngot trang nho, cai thia, cai thuong hai, Chinese kang choy, chingensai, ging cai, green baby pak choy, kala gowa, nai pe tsai, paak tsai, pak choy, pecai, pecal, pechay, petsai, petsay, phakkaat farang, phakkaet bai, qing cai, samho, sawi, sawi puhit, sesawi putih, Shanghai Chinese chard, Shanghai choy sum, Shanghai pak choy, Shanghai pak tsoi, xiao bai cai, you cai, yu tsai. 10-15 days microgreens; 20-30 days baby leaf; 45 days full maturity. Cool-warm season. This green stem variety is very popular in South China. It has an attractive hourglass shape with glossy, dark green leaves, and thick petioles that are tender and very delicious. It is high yielding and known for its heat tolerance. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost to early summer or late summer/early fall. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Optimum growing temperatures are in the 60s?F. Exposure to frost or prolonged temperatures below 50?F may result in bolting. Mulch fall crops to avoid premature bolting. Harvest when about 8-10 tall. Can be steamed, stir-fried, and braised. Use in soups, for ohitashi, and pickles. ~6000 seeds / oz."
The Handy Pantry Smart Seal Lid transforms any 5-gallon bucket into the ideal storage container. Food grade, airtight, leakproof, and pest-proof.
Undoubtedly the best wheat we have ever used for growing wheatgrass. It is organic hard red spring wheat with an incredible germination rate that grows wheatgrass with thick blades and very even growth. Small quantity to bulk. Certified Organic.
Fenugreek is a unique tasting and exotic sprout. It is usually too bitter to eat alone, but tastes great with other sprouts. Ground Fenugreek is one of the primary ingredients in curry powder. Available in several quantities. Certified Organic.
Pepper Seeds - Hot - Thai - Prik Chi Faa. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Capsicum annuum. AKA chilli api, Dragon Pepper, la chiao, la jiao, lombok kecil, miris, murich, ot, prik chi faa, siling labuyo, togarashi. 75-85 days to maturity. Warm season annual. These Thai chili peppers are considered medium hot. The peppers have smooth glossy green skin that turns red at maturity. They grow about 5 to 7 long and weigh a little less than 1 ounce. Start seeds inside 6 weeks before last frost date (or 8 weeks before expected transplanting date). Keep soil warm until emergence. Seeds will not germinate in cool soil and planting out too early may affect plant vigor. Harden off plants carefully before transplanting. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Transplant in late spring/summer (soil temperatures at least above 60?F) in a very warm and sunny location. Fertilize as needed. Too much nitrogen will produce lush foliage and few fruits. Use fresh or dried. They add heat to sauces. Approximately 5000 seeds an ounce."
