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Mustard Seeds - Serifon (Suehlihung). Heirloom, Non-GMO. Brassica juncea var capitata L. AKA aba kola, cai xanh, Chinese mustard, gat, green in the snow mustard, hsueh li hung, moster, mustasa, phakkaat khieo, rai, sawi, sawi hijau, sawi pahit, sawi sawi, sesawi, setsu ri kon, sher li hon, shuerifong, suae li hong, xue li hong. 30-50 days. Cool season annual. This winter hardy heirloom from Southern China has long, dark green, serrated leaves and a slightly pungent flavor. The plant is semi-upright and tolerates both heat and cold. It has an excellent mustard flavor and tender texture. Also known as Green In the Snow and Suehlihung. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in early/late spring or late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. The flavor is best when grown briskly so plant in fertile soil and keep well watered. Start harvesting at 3 tall for baby mustard greens. Thin to 10" apart for mature heads. May bolt as temperatures and day lengths increase. Harvest florets as they are tender and delicious too. Harvest when fully mature at 14-18" tall. Use in stir-fries and salad. Popular in China preserved in salt and fried with pork. About 28000 seeds per ounce."
Turnip Seeds - Nozawana. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Brassica rapa. AKA kabu, kabura, manjing, mo ching, wu jing. 30-40 days. Cool season annual. This traditionally selected Japanese turnip is grown specifically for its dark green, long leafed greens and stalks. Cold and heat tolerant. It has a delicious mild flavor, tender texture, and is often used for pickling. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in a sunny location in spring after last frost or in late summer/fall. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest. Best flavor and texture when harvested up to 2 in diameter. Mature plants can reach 24" tall. Use in stir-fries or steamed. Prepare as tsukemono (Japanese pickles) and ohitashi. Approximately 9000 seeds per ounce."
Amaranth Seeds - Green Leaf - Lu Hsien. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Amaranthus mangostanus. Annual. Lu Hsien is high yielding. Plants are short and sturdy with oval shaped jade green leaves. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Can be sown by broadcasting and thinned during growth. Keep soil moist. Do not use nitrogen fertilizer as it will accumulate excess nitrates. The leaves and stems are best when harvested young. Use in stir-fries, soups and fresh in salads. Prepare like spinach. Approx 15,000 seeds / oz.
Radish Seeds - Wakayama White. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Raphanus sativus. Alternate names 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. 60-70 days to maturity. Cool season annual. This variety of daikon radish is from Wakayama Prefecture Japan. The root is crisp and has a tender long white root reaching 12-14 long and 2" in diameter. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late summer/early fall 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. The leaves are prepared cooked or pickled. Vietnamese cooks enjoy it caramelized with fish sauce and sugar in fish and pork dishes and raw in salads. Approximately 3500 seeds an ounce."
Jiffy 7 seed starter pellets are the best way to start garden seedlings indoors early. Biodegradable and root permeable. Just add water, sow and transplant the seedlings directly. Available in small quantities to bulk. Choose 36 mm or 42 mm sizes.
Soak 2 tablespoons of seeds for 8-12 hours. Rinse and drain twice a day. Once in the morning and once at night. They are ready to harvest in 5-6 days.
Red clover are becoming a very popular salad and sandwich sprout, very similar to alfalfa sprouts with a mild flavor with a hint of sweetness. High germination rate, available in several sizes & resealable packaging. Certified Organic.
Radish Seeds - Everest - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Raphanus sativus. 55 days. Cool season annual. This Chinese daikon radish is very popular in Taiwan and Japan. Its snow white roots are carrot-shaped, grow 15 long and 2 1/2" in diameter and have finely textured flesh. Average weight is 1.5 lbs. While an excellent performer in subtropical and tropical areas, it is not suitable for spring sowing in cool climates. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Sow seeds year round in subtropical and tropical areas. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Use in soup, salad, pickle or fresh. Daikon oroshi (coarsely grated daikon using a Japanese grater) is delicious with soba noodles and tempura. Apx. 1750 seeds per ounce."
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."
Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Matsushima No. 2 . Heirloom, Non-GMO. Brassica rapa Pekinensis group. Also known as baechu, baguio, bai cai, cai bac thao, cai dai, celery cabbage, Chinese leaves, da bai cai, hakusai, heading Chinese cabbage, huang ya cai, huan ya bai, jie jin bai chai, kala gowa, kobis cina, kubis cina, kubis panjang, nappa, nappa cabbage, pe tsai, petsay tsina, phakkaat khaao plee, sawi, sawi pahit, siew choy, ta paak tsai, won bok, wong bok, wong nga pak. 80 days to maturity. Cool season annual. This Japanese heirloom or dento yasai variety is a staple in many parts of Asia. It has a barrel shaped head and is suitable for intensive planting. The leaves can be dried for winter use. Prefers cool temperatures for its main growing season. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Exposing plants to frost or prolonged temperatures below 50?F may result in bolting. Harvest time is fall to early winter. Note: Chinese Cabbage requires vernalization. Bud differentiation and bolting results from low temperatures of 41?F for a week or 50?F for two weeks. For spring harvest, transplant seedlings with 5-7 true leaves raised at 73-75?F during the day and over 53?F at night. Providing plants with adequate water and fertilizer after transplanting will promote faster growth. Used in sukiyaki, yosenabe, ohitashi, stir-fries, salad, and pickling (including kim chee). Approx 8600 seeds/oz.
Sweet Large Leaf Thai Basil Seeds. Ocimum basilicum. Non-GMO, Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Annual. 70 to 80 Days to Maturity. Sweet Large Leaf Thai Basil has large tender leaves that tastes somewhat like anise, with a strong, pungent, sweet aroma. The plants are about 2' tall and are grown as a perennial in warm, tropical climates. Best grown in hot, dry conditions. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Or start seeds inside 6 weeks before last frost date (or 8 weeks before expected transplanting date). Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Plants grow well in warm temperatures but can show cold damage if grown below 50?F. Harvest older leaves and pinch back flower buds for continuous leaf production. Delicious in fish, poultry, pasta and rice dishes. Use in authentic Vietnamese, Cambodian or Thai dishes, such as pho, the famous noodle soup of Vietnam. Approx 22,000 seeds / oz.
Gourd Seeds - Extra Long. Heirloom, Luffa cylindrica. 80-90 days. NonGMO. Warm season annual. This prolific, vigorous variety produces extra long gourds, up to 15 per plant. The fruit has a green skin and excellent flavor. Fruit weighs up to 1 pound and is 1.5 x 33". Fruit left to mature on the vine can be used for luffa sponges. Prepare fertile, well drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. The seed coat is hard and should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours or gently clip the seed tip to help the seed germinate. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4' tall. Space mounds 4-6' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. 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, straighter fruit and ease of harvest. To process for luffa sponges, allow gourds to hang on the vine until they are fully mature and the skin hardens/dries. Remove skin and seeds. Prepare like squash or okra. Saute, stew or stir-fry young tender gourds. Approximately 140 seeds/ounce."
Jiffy 7 seed starter pellets are the best way to start garden seedlings indoors early. Biodegradable and root permeable. Just add water, sow and transplant the seedlings directly. Available in small quantities to bulk. Choose 36 mm or 42 mm sizes.
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