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Certified Organic. Broccoli sprouting seeds. Sprouting Broccoli seeds has just recently become popular after it was discovered that they abound with the amazing phytochemical, sulforaphane.
Radish Seeds - Mino Early. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Raphanus sativus. AKA alibanos, cu cai, cu cai trang, daikon, daikon radish, giant white radish, hua piahs, Japanese radish, labanos, lai fu, lao bo, lobak, lobak isi, lobak putih, lo bok, long white radish, lo pak, lu fu, luo bu, moo, mu, muli, oriental radish, phakkaat hua, rabanos, rabu. 40-50 days. Cool season annual. Mino Early is a leading open pollinated radish (daikon) for summer to fall harvest in Japan. It has good heat tolerance and can be grown all year round in tropical areas. The tapered root is long, white, tender and crisp with a mild pungency. Harvest when 14-16 long and weighing 1.75 lbs. Late pithiness. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring through summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Use in soup, salad, pickled or fresh. Daikon oroshi (coarsely grated daikon using a Japanese grater) is delicious in sauces used for soba noodles, tempura and sashimi. About 11000 seeds/ounce."
Spinach Seeds - Lakeside - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Spinacea oleracea. 25-30 days maturity for baby leaf, 40-60 days to full maturity. Cool season annual. Lakeside has uniform thick dark green smooth leaves. It has a round to oval leaf shape with an upright plant habit that makes it easy to harvest. It is a very versatile variety it can be uses for baby leaf, bunch or clip. High resistance to Downy mildew, Peronospora farinosa f.sp. spinaciae 1-9, 11, 15, UA1014 and intermediate resistance 12, 14. Prefers mild and cool temperatures. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost or late summer/early fall (mulch plants heavily for early spring crop). Keep soil consistently moist. Dry soil, long days and warm temperatures encourage bolting. For baby leaf, sow seeds in a 2-4 wide band, 3/4" apart. Harvest at desired maturity. Sow seeds every 1-2 weeks for continuous harvest. Use in stir-fry, puree and in soup. Excellent for ohitashi. Approximately 2500 seeds/ounce."
Cauliflower Seeds - Song TJS-65 - Hybrid. Annual. Brassica oleracea var. botrytis. AKA sweet-stem or loose-curd cauliflower. NonGMO. 55~60 days in spring and 65~70 days in fall to harvest after transplanting. Yellowish head, 4~5 Lbs. Loose florets with light green and long stems. Sweeter and more tender than standard white-stemmed varieties. Crispy and sweet. Good for stir-fry. Good for planting in spring, summer and fall. Harvest after florets have elongated and curds have started to separate. Approximately 8900 seeds per ounce.
Seaweed Mustard Seeds - Oka Hijiki. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Salsola komarovi. AKA oka hijiki, seaweed mustard. 30-40 days. Cool season annual. Also known as seaweed on land" or saltwort, this nutritious, grass-like green grows wild in Japan's salt marshes and is also commercially cultivated. Its 12" long, matchstick leaves are excellent sources of vitamin A, calcium and potassium. Tender, young leaves are appreciated for their tart, salty flavor and succulent texture and are mainly eaten fresh or lightly steamed. Also grown as microgreens. Prefers mild and cool temperatures. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring or early fall. Pre-chill seed for 7 days at 41?F for better germination. Germination temperatures from 20-30*C for 14 days. The only special treatment would be to use light during the 8 hour period at the high temperature (30*C). Seed liberally and cover seed lightly with soil. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. For best germination, seed should be stored at 41?F until planted. Blanch tender leaves briefly in salty water, then refresh in an ice bath and add to salads. Or simply steam for a few minutes and serve with mustard or vinegar. Approximately 6000 seeds per ounce."
Eggplant Seeds - Konasu. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Solanum melongena. 60 days. Warm season annual. This tiny, bite-sized, rounded eggplant has shiny dark purple skin that looks almost onyx in color. The calyx is also a purplish-black, and beneath the tender skin is white flesh. 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. These appealing little eggplants are perfect for pickling when harvested young. Mature fruit can be cooked as you would other eggplant varieties, and they are especially delicious in stir-fries, tempura or as part of a kabob. Apx. 6313 seeds an ounce.
These growing trays (with drain holes) are formed from dense paper and is perfect for microgreens and wheatgrass. They are intended for a single use and are fully compostable. They resist water and will hold their shape well for a single grow. The trays measure approximately 19 long by 9 inches wide and has a shallow depth of approximately 1.5 inches. It nests inside a standard 10x20 inch drip tray with plenty of room to spare. Because this growing tray is smaller than standard trays, pre-cut hydroponic pads designed for 10x20 trays won't fit it without alteration. The ideal grow media for these kits is potting soil, loose coco coir or micro mat hydroponic confetti. Ideal for selling full grown trays to restaurants, natural food grocers and at farmer's markets. Note: Requires more water than normal tray as well as more consistent watering as the edges and the middle dry out quicker than the rest of the tray. Note: Since it dries out quicker than other trays, mold has a lower chance of thriving in your microgreens or wheatgrass."
These dried red beans are perfect for long term storage, cooking chili, soup, and making rice & beans. They can be ground and used in a multi-grain flour. Available in small quantity to bulk in resealable packaging. Certified Organic.
Use onion sprouts to spice up any sprout salad, or use as a garnish on a variety of dishes. Onion sprouts taste just like onions or scallions. Available from 1lb to bulk in resealable packaging. High germination. Chemical free but not organic.
Radish Seeds - Iwai Daikon. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Raphanus sativus. 50 days. Cool season annual. Unique for its small size, this traditional Japanese radish has long been a favorite for New Year's celebrations. The long white root grows to a slender 1 diameter at the base of a clump of lovely green leaves. It carries the designation Yamato yasai, which means it has been selected as a Nara traditional vegetable. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Perfect for a number of traditional Japanese New Year's recipes, such as namasu (radish pickles) or ozoni. Approximately 2600 seeds per ounce."
Onion Seeds - Bunching - Heshiko. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Allium fistulosum. 60 to 80 days. Cool season annual. This Japanese bunching onion or scallion, produce tender leaves with white 12-14 stalks. The onion has delicious, white, pungent flesh. This variety will over-winter. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in a sunny location in late spring after danger of all frost is passed and when soil temperatures are consistently above 50? or fall. Keep soil moist and fertilize as needed. Longer white stems can be achieved by mounding earth up over the stems to blanch them. Bunching onions may be harvested at any stage, from microgreen to full maturity. Use in Japanese soups, salads, and stir-fries. Approximately 12750 seeds per ounce."
Gourd Seeds - India - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Momordica charantia. 40-55 days to maturity. Warm season annual. Bitter gourd is also known as bitter melon, karella and balsam pear. The India type bitter melon has dark green skin of this hybrid's 6-8 fruits are heavily warted. The spindle-shaped melons taper at both ends, and overall they are narrower than a Chinese bitter melon. Growers prefer this variety for its early maturity and long-lasting, generous yield. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. In warm areas, sow seeds in late spring/summer after last frost in a sunny location. For better germination, 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. Low soil temperatures may result in low or no germination. Popular in Indian dishes. Often prepared with potatoes and served with yogurt to offset the bitter flavor. Recommended as a healthy food by the American Diabetic Association. Approximately 140 seeds per ounce."
Cucumber Seeds - Housaku - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Cucumis sativus. 55-60 days to maturity. Warm season annual. Housaku means good harvest, and it is a very productive Japanese hybrid cucumber producing more than 90% of female flower. Fruits are smooth skin, dark green color with good flavor making it ideal for both pickling and fresh use. Best when harvested 8-9 long. Disease resistance to Target Leaf Spot, Glay Mold, Downy mildew. Good for open field and greenhouse growing. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Or start seeds indoors and transplant when weather warms. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Optimum growing temperatures are 75?F daytime and 60?F at night. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruits, and ease of harvest. The flesh is very crisp, firm, and mostly eaten fresh. About 1100 seeds/ounce."
