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Chinese Celery Seeds - Light Green. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Apium graveolens var. secalinum. Alt names: ajmond, ajmud, bari ajmond, can tau, Chinese celery, Chinese small celery, daun saderi cina, gin cai, kan tsai, kan tsoi, khen chaai, kinchai, kin chai, kintsay tsina, kun choy, oriental celery, qin cai, quing cai, rau can tau, saderi, seladeri, selderi, seldry, seri na, teng chai. 30 days for microgreens, 50-60 day maturity. Cool season annual. Like other varieties of Chinese celery, Light green variety delivers the distinct celery flavor and aroma. The plant does not produce ribbed, thick stalks as conventional celery but very small, thin stems and leaves. The leaves and stems are used in soups and stir-fries for accent. Excellent variety for microgreens. Celery plants need a lot of moisture and thrive in the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Seeds need light to germinate so cover with a thin layer of soil. Soak seeds before planting to enhance germination. The thickness of sowing would depend upon stage at which the stalks are to be harvested. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost or in late summer/early fall in mild areas. Optimum growing temperatures are 60?-70?F. Grow in partial shade in hot areas. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Harvest leaves and young stems when plant is at any stage, mirocgreens or mature plants at 10-12 tall. Use in soups, stir-fries or as an herb for seasoning. ~75000 seeds / oz."
Eggplant Seeds - Purple Shine - Hybrid.Solanum melongena. 65 days. NonGMO. Open pollinated. Warm season annual. This is a popular Chinese type eggplant variety. Fruits are firm and have a shiny purple skin and average 9-11 in length and 1.5-2" diameter. Plants are productive with high yields. Start seeds inside 6 weeks before last frost date (or 8 weeks before expected transplanting date). Keep soil warm until emergence (80-90?F minimum). 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 75?F) in a very warm and sunny location. Eggplants are heavy feeders so use a balanced fertilizer. Too much nitrogen will produce lush foliage and few fruit. Use stir-fried, braised, steamed, deep-fried, baked or boiled. A popular Chinese dish stir-fries eggplant with bean sprouts, peppers and tomatoes. Approximately 6250 seeds per ounce."
Super sturdy 5x5 inserts, will not warp or break. BPA free, made of food-grade polypropylene heavy duty plastic. Excellent for smaller batches of wheatgrass, microgreens, or other crops. Totally reusable and made for many years? use, these inserts are designed to work with you and your growing style. Perfect for indoor or outdoor use, for soil and hydroponic applications. Use them time and time again. Bootstrap Farmer is a brand dedicated to empowering growers. Their USA-manufactured trays and inserts are meant to work together to get you the results you seek. In these 5x5 inserts, six slits drain excess water and permit use with flood trays. Eight of these 5 x 5 trays fit into one standard Bootstrap Farmer 1020 flat. Note that these 5x5 inserts are not meant to be used with the Bootstrap Farmer 1010 trays, as they are slightly too small. Always be sure tray depth is the same when nesting trays. Note: Keep out of direct sunlight when not in use. Store away from prolonged direct sun exposure to decrease risk of degradation.
50-55 days maturity after transplanting. Momordica charantia ?Mara?. Mara Bitter Gourd Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season, annual, hybrid. The Mara gourd is a classic bitter gourd that is much less bitter than the typical Indian types. It is a vigorous, high-yielding, and high-quality fruit. This open-pollinated plant creates large, cylindrical, and shiny green fruits that grow up to 3? wide and 11? long. The typical fruit weighs about one pound. Approx 195 seeds / oz.
Green Lentil sprouts are high in fiber, protein and amino acids, vitamins A, C, B complex and E, iron, calcium and phosphorous. They are crunchy and delicious. Available in small quantities to bulk in resealable packaging. Certified Organic.
Fischers Ragwort - Gom Chwi. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Ligularia fischeri. 55 days after transplanting. Mild temperature perennial. Gom Chwi is a highly prized seasonal vegetable of Korea. The leaves are green, heart shaped with serrated margins. Leaf size can range from 12-30 and can be harvested at any size. In mild climate Gom Chwi can grow year round with multiple harvestings, up to 8 per year. Its first harvest approximately 55 days after transplant. Late summer vertical spikes of yellow aster-like flowers bloom. Prefers loamy, moist soil, sun and partial shade conditions. Sow seeds in spring. Keep soil moist. Germination at 50?F under shade. In Korean cuisine, gom chwi along with other season vegetable varieties are often used as the main ingredient of herbal side dishes called namul. Gom chwi can be eaten pickled as jangajji and kimchi or eaten fresh as a ssam (wrap) vegetable. Approx 22500 seeds/oz."
Cabbage Seeds - Pak Choi - Red Tatsoi - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Brassica rapa Chinensis group. 10-15 days microgreens; 20-30 days baby leaf; 45 days full maturity. Cool season annual. This vigorous hybrid has medium sized, spoon-shaped red-violet leaves and a mild, sweet mustard flavor. Harvest from baby leaves for salads to full maturity. 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. Most vegetables leave having purple color is called anthocyan" which is generally developed by lower temperature. Growing temperatures 50-60?F should be adequate to develop "anthocyan" after the seeds have germinated. We cannot tell exactly how long exposure should be under low temperatures. The grower should trial different methods and observe how the plant reacts. Use in salads and stir-fries. Saute or braise. Apx. 5600 seeds per ounce."
Cabbage Seeds - Pak Choi - Hotau - Hybrid. Annual. Brassica rapa Chinensis group. 30-35 days. Cool-warm season. NonGMO. Open pollinated. Mini type pak choi, 8-10cm (3-4), uniform, wide and fat petioles. Fast growing, slow bolting and heat-tolerant. Can be planted in late spring, summer and fall. 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. Use in stir-fries, saute, or braise. Approx 9500 seeds/oz."
Early Mizuna Mustard Seeds. Brassica rapa Japonica group. Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open Pollinated. Annual. This early maturing Japanese mustard, also known as kyona mizuna. Kyona mizuna variety name originated in the Kyoto area and was a type commonly grown in this region. Ours was selected from this type and is considered a Kyoto or Kyona type. It has long slender stems and dark green, serrated leaves. Both cold and heat tolerant and slow to bolt, it is a vigorous green that branches prolifically. Suitable for harvesting at any stage, microgreens to mature plants. Cut-and-grow-again methods apply to this vegetable. Mizuna has become very popular as a salad green and is also delicious cooked. Prefers mild and cool temperatures. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost or late summer/early fall. Avoid hot summer planting for best results. Sow every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Keeping soil moist is crucial. Fertilize as needed. Excellent for sukiyaki, shabu shabu, yosenabe, ohitashi, hariharinabe, pickling, and salads. About 13,000 Seeds / Oz.
Pepper Seeds - Hot - Japanese - Santaka. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Capsicum annuum. 70-80 days. Warm season annual. Santaka is a Japanese hot pepper that is from the Tochigi prefecture. The variety was released in 1955. It is spicy, good uniformity, and high yielding. Easy to harvest and dry peppers. 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/early summer in a very warm and sunny location (soil temperatures at least above 60?F). Fertilize as needed. Too much nitrogen will produce lush foliage and few fruits. Harvest the green fruits directly from the plant. To dry red ripe peppers, cut branches, remove leaves and hang until fruit is dry. Use in stir-fries, curries and soups. Combine the fresh green and dried red for the best flavor. Freeze fresh peppers for use throughout the year. Use dried peppers in shichimi togarashi, rubs for smoked meat and hot sauces. ~7500 seeds / oz.
Super sturdy 5x5 inserts, will not warp or break. BPA free, made of food-grade polypropylene heavy duty plastic. Excellent for smaller batches of wheatgrass, microgreens, or other crops. Totally reusable and made for many years? use, these inserts are designed to work with you and your growing style. Perfect for indoor or outdoor use, for soil and hydroponic applications. Use them time and time again. Bootstrap Farmer is a brand dedicated to empowering growers. Their USA-manufactured trays and inserts are meant to work together to get you the results you seek. In these 5x5 inserts, six slits drain excess water and permit use with flood trays. Eight of these 5 x 5 trays fit into one standard Bootstrap Farmer 1020 flat. Note that these 5x5 inserts are not meant to be used with the Bootstrap Farmer 1010 trays, as they are slightly too small. Always be sure tray depth is the same when nesting trays. Note: Keep out of direct sunlight when not in use. Store away from prolonged direct sun exposure to decrease risk of degradation.
50-55 days maturity after transplanting. Momordica charantia ?Mara?. Mara Bitter Gourd Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season, annual, hybrid. The Mara gourd is a classic bitter gourd that is much less bitter than the typical Indian types. It is a vigorous, high-yielding, and high-quality fruit. This open-pollinated plant creates large, cylindrical, and shiny green fruits that grow up to 3? wide and 11? long. The typical fruit weighs about one pound. Approx 195 seeds / oz.
Certified Organic, Non-GMO. Broccoli sprouting seeds. Sprouting Broccoli seeds has just recently become popular after it was discovered that they abound with the amazing phytochemical, sulforaphane.
