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Radish Seeds - Korean - Shin Dong Ha - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Raphanus sativus. 60 days. Warm to mild season annual. A fast growing Korean radish with a green shoulder and white flesh. The radish grows 9-10 long and weighs 2-3 lbs. The elongated oval-shaped roots are resistant to bacterial soft rot and store well. Grows in hot, dry areas and can be overwintered in warm areas. Slow to bolt. Shin Dong Ha is a good substitute for Big Time and is available in untreated seed. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in mid summer/early fall in a warm, sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Use in soup, salad, tsukemono (pickled). Excellent for kimchee. ~7100 seeds an ounce."
Japanese Komatsuna Mustard Seeds. 30 to 50 Days to full maturity. 8 to 12 days to microgreens harvest. Brassica rapa var. perviridis. Annual. Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open Pollinated. Komatsuna is popular traditional, dento yasai, Japanese green leafy vegetable. It has tender, deep green leaves, and a mild, flavor that resembles spinach. A quick growing, upright type, it can be harvested all seasons with succession planting due to heat and cold tolerance. Delicious eaten at any stage. cultivation info: Prefers mild and cool temperatures. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after last frost or late summer/early fall. Avoid hot summer planting for best results. Sow every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Harvest leaves and young stems when plant is about 8 tall. culinary tips: Use in soup, salad, pickling, stir-fry, ohitashi, sukiyaki, and yosenabe. Rich in calcium. About 10,000 Seeds / Oz."
Bean Seeds - Pole - Yellow Bai Bu Lao. Heirloom, Phaseolus vulgaris. 55~60 days to maturity. Warm season annual. Non-GMO. Chinese heirloom. Open pollinated. The pods are flat in light green color at early stage, become round and white later with average size 10~12 long, 0.5" wide, meaty pods. The pods are stringless, and stay tender for a long period without fibrosis. White seeds. The plants are vigorous, tolerant to cold and diseases. High yields. Plant pole beans with a trellis and plenty of room to grow. Good for stir fries and roasting. Approx 100 seeds / oz."
Mei Qing Choi, Pak Choi (Bok Choy) Hybrid Seeds. Annual, Hybrid. 40 to 50 Days to maturity. This is the first hybrid, green stem, dwarf, Shanghai pak choi developed with heat/cold tolerance and bolt resistance. It has a uniform, erect, compact, tight vase-shape growing habit and weighs about 1/4 lb. each. The petioles are tasty, crisp, and tender. It is a good choice for home and field growing. With wide growing adaptability, it is suitable for spring and fall sowings, and in cool regions summer sowing is also possible. 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, saut?, or braise. About 11,000 seeds per ounce.
Lettuce Seeds - Okayama Salad. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Lactuca sativa. Also known as Butter head lettuce, chisa, daun selada, gie chia wo tsai, letsugas, phak gadhom, phak salat, retasu, salad, salada, sang choy, selada, wo ju, wo tsai, xa lach. 55 days to maturity. Cool season annual. This early maturing butterhead lettuce is a Japanese variety known for its delicate flavor and resistance to heat. Deep green leaves form small heads. It has moderate cold tolerance and moderate resistance to bolting. It can be grown all year round in the tropics. Lettuce is adaptable to many growing conditions, but likes it cool around 60-65F. Grow in spring and fall, and slow bolting by shading summer crops. In cool areas sow seeds in spring-early summer after last frost in a sunny location. In temperate areas, sow in spring and fall. In tropical areas, sow year-round. Seeds need light to germinate, so do not plant too deep. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Keep soil moist. Moisture stress and high temperatures encourage bolting. Make succession plantings every week or two. A light dressing is all the seasoning this variety needs. About 28125 seeds/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.
Corsican Basil Seeds. 80 days to maturity. Can be grown in containers. Can be grown as Microgreens. Ocimum basilicum. Heirloom, Annual. Corsican is an heirloom Mediterranean Basil. It has a unique mottled green and purple leaves that are mildly sweet. Plant grows to about 18 in. tall.
Green Pea Sprouts have a delicious crunchy mildly sweet flavor. These dried green peas have a great germination rate as seeds, and can be used for microgreens, food storage, cooking and more. Available in various quantities. Certified Organic.
Radish Seeds - Korean - Passion Altari - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Raphanus sativus. 50-60 days (spring), 35-40 days (fall). Cool season annual. This early maturing, slow bolting Korean radish is tender and crisp with almost no pungency. This is a Chong Gak type of Korean radish and also known as an Altari type Korean radish. It is suitable for spring and fall crops and its white roots grow 2-3 long and 1" in diameter. An excellent and versatile variety. Optimum growing temperature is between 50-85?F. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring or fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed.. Excellent for pickling and kimchee. AVAILABLE IN TREATED WITH THIRAM SEED ONLY. ~6000 seeds/ounce."
Thai Jicama Seeds. Pachyrhizus erosus. Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open Pollinated. Annual. About 150 Days to full maturity. Also known as ?yam bean?, and 'true jicama'. This Thai variety produces larger fruits than it's popular Mexican cousin, Mexican Jicama. This tuber has crisp, sweet white flesh, and light brown skin. With a long, hot season it can grow 4-6 diameter and 4-5 lbs in weight. More temperate climates will produce smaller roots. Tubers develop after flowering and store well. Ripe pods and leaves are poisonous. Start seeds inside 8-10 weeks before last frost date. Keep soil warm until emergence. Seeds will not germinate in cool soil. Harden off plants carefully before transplanting. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil at least 20" deep. Plant in late spring/early summer in a warm, sunny location when soil temperatures are above 70?F. Remove flower buds to promote root production. Harvest tubers 5 to 9 months after sowing and store in a dry, dark, cool environment at 50-60?F. Peel and prepare raw, marinated or cooked briefly to retain crisp texture. Use fresh in salads and veggie platters. A popular substitute for water chestnuts or bamboo shoots in any dish that calls for a crisp texture and mild flavor. Warning: Ripe pods and leaves are poisonous. About 140 Seeds per ounce. "
Turnip Seeds - Tsugaru Scarlet - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Brassica rapa subsp. rapa. 55 days to maturity. Cool season annual. These scarlet skinned, globe-shaped, hybrid Japanese turnips have pure white flesh that is tender and crisp. They have a delicious, sweet flavor when harvested young to full maturity. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late summer/early fall for winter harvest. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Cool temperatures improve the quality and flavor of turnips. Harvest when about 3 in diameter. Asian turnips are mainly eaten when very young and are delicious raw with a dressing. The roots and young green tops can be sauteed, pickled or added to stew, curry and soup. Approximately 10500 seeds an ounce."
Gourd Seeds - Bitter Green - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Momordica charantia. 56-63 days. Warm season annual. This bitter gourd produces a generous crop of large, heavy and uniform fruits with distinctive vertically scored, shiny and warty light green skin. Fruit size up to 12-13 inches and 3 inches in diameter. Also known as Bitter Melon, Karella, and Balsam Pear, it prefers warm, humid conditions. Among the most bitter of vegetables, the flesh of the bitter gourd is crunchy and juicy, somewhat like a cucumber in texture. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. In warm areas, sow seeds in late spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. For better germination, pre-sprout seeds indoors by soaking in water for 24 hours. Wrap in wet paper towel and keep warm between 75-85?F. Plant when seeds sprout. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest. The fruit has best flavor when picked green and about 12 long. Use in soup, stir-fries and stuffed. Young leaf shoots are edible. Recommended as a healthy food by the American Diabetic Association. Approximately 140 seeds / oz."
Gourd Seeds - Giant Wax. Heirloom, Non-GMO. 103 days to maturity. Warm season annual. This easy-to-grow winter melon lives up to its name -- the plants produce very large fruit that weigh 30 to 35 pounds. The blocky and round shaped gourds are green with a white waxy coating. This giant wax gourd thrives in well-drained soils and hot temperatures, due in part to its extensive root system. Fruit keeps for many months off the vine, making it a staple in colder months. The skin will form a white waxy layer when ripe. Use the white flesh of this giant fruit in a chicken and wax-gourd curry, or get creative and use it as part of the presentation. Serve appetizers of finely chopped stir-fried vegetables, for example, scooped into small hollowed-out bowls made from the melon flesh. Requires a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften the hard seed coat. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4 tall. Space mounds 4-6' apart. Sow 1-2 seeds in each mound. Row planting: See spacing info in chart. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Hand pollination may be necessary. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest or leave to sprawl on the ground. Store fruit in a dry, cool environment during winter months and avoid direct contact with concrete. Delicious in soups, stews, pastry filling, and jams. Cut open gourd, peel, scrape out seeds and cut into cubes. About 140 seeds/ounce."
