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Gourd Seeds - Fong Show - Hybrid.Benincasa hispida var chieh-qua. 55-65 days. NonGMO. Warm season annual. This fuzzy gourd, mao gua or mokwa, is a early to medium maturing hybrid. The fruit is dark green, growing to 8-10 long and 2-3" wide. Vigorous and productive variety. Requires a long, warm growing season. Prepare fertile well drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. 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 straighter fruit, better air circulation and ease of harvest. Harvest young tender fruits for eating. Use jointed gourd as a substitute for zucchini. To retain best flavor, do not overcook. Cut into chunks for steaming, stir frying, soups or braising. Stuff hollowed melons with meat and bake. Approximately 140 seeds/ounce."
Seed Starter Combo Tray - Includes: Drip Tray, 12 Cell Tray Insert & Humidity Dome. The the complete growing tray set for seed starts. The drip tray has no drain holes, and the 12 cell insert that nests within the drip tray does have drain holes for water regulation, and watering from the bottom. The clear humidity dome fits snugly. With care, these seed starter combos can be reused several times. Disinfect between uses. The drip tray measures 7 x 5.5" x 2.5 inches deep. The 12 cell insert is configured 3x4 and each cell is approximately 1.5" x 1.5 inches at the rim, and tapers slightly to it's 2.25" depth. The humidity dome measures 7" x 5.5" x 2" high."
The Shin Kuroda 5 inch carrot is a variation that is quite adaptable to both different weather and different soil types. It has a bright orange color and lots of nutrients packed into its 5 inch root. Plant seeds between late April and mid June in full sun light. Seeds should be planted directly outside quarter inch to half inch deep in the soil. Give seeds half an inch between each other when initially planting, and thin them out once they reach 3 inches to be 1 inch apart. These carrots are fantastic cooked with other vegetables or as a snack alone.
Up to 90 days. AAS Winner for 1997. This new Thai basil has sweet and spicy, 3 to 4 inches long leaves with overtones of anise. Attractive red-purple stems and pink-violet flowers are highly ornamental with a licorice aroma. The vigorous plant is easy to grow, with few disease and pest problems.
Gourd Seeds - Giant Wax. Heirloom, Non-GMO. 100 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."
Leaf Radish Seeds - Saisai - Hybrid.Raphanus sativus. 30-40 days. Non GMO. Open pollinated. All season annual. A popular variety for harvesting radish leaves. It is a slow bolting radish leaf variety that can be grown during all seasons harvesting 35-40 days in spring and 30-35 days in summer and fall. Hairless leaves standing 12 tall. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost or in late summer/early fall in a warm, sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Used in sukiyaki, yosenabe, ohitashi, and tsukemono (pickling). Approximately 1300 seeds per ounce."
Chirimen Winter Squash Seeds. 100 days to maturity. Cucurbita moschata. Non-GMO, Heirloom, Annual. Chirimen is a traditional kabocha squash, dento yasai, of Japan. This tasty variety of Japanese pumpkin forms a flat globe with distinct ribs and warts (resembles cauliflower) that can reach 8 in diameter. The dark green skin matures to a buff color. Creamy yellow, moist thick flesh has a sweet and nutty flavor. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4" tall. Space mounds 5-10' 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. The vine can be trained to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest or left to sprawl on the ground. After harvest, winter squash should be left in the sun for a few days to cure before storing. Use in tempura, stir-fry or bake. The Japanese prepare it by simmering peeled chunks in chicken broth or dashi and flavoring with sugar, soy sauce and mirin. Approx 250 Seeds / Oz"
Chinese Cabbage Seeds - China Gold - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Brassica rapa var pekinensis. 65 days. Cool season annual. China Gold is a mid-early maturing variety excellent green external and yellow internal color. It has a compact frame, good weight and is very slow bolting. This variety is tolerant to tipburn and some clubroot races. This variety is bred for spring to early summer harvest in areas where bolting is a problem. It also grows well as a late summer to early winter crop where no frost occurs. Timing on spring and fall plantings should be trialed as changing (increasing or decreasing) daylength can be a trigger for bolting. Prepare fertile well drained soil. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Exposing plants to frost or prolonged temperatures below 50?F may result in bolting. 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, pickling and salad. About 840 seeds per ounce.
Chinese Cabbage Seeds - Mini Kisaku 50 - Hybrid. Non-GMO. Brassica rapa Pekinensis group. 50-55 days. Cool season annual. This small, early maturing variety is easier to handle than the large heads produced by other varieties. It weighs only 2-3 lbs when mature and has a yellow core that is very crisp, tender and delicious. Chinese cabbage prefers cool temperatures for its main growing season. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Harvest when heads feel firm to the touch. 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. Popular in Japanese soups and braised with meat in sukiyaki. Used in yosenabe, ohitashi, stir-fry, pickling and salad. About 11400 seeds/ounce.
GeoPot is the leading fabric pot for cultivators. Unlike other fabric containers, GeoPot fabric pots are made with durable quad stitching for ideal structural support and longevity in both indoor and outdoor grows. The GeoPot is the ideal fabric container for any and all growers.
Fantastic for green onions. Evergreen White produces clusters of 5-9 long, tall, crisp, silvery white stalks. Amazing flavor for a non-bulbing onion that is slow to go to seed. Good for spring or fall planting. Sustainable Seed Company values food independence and sustainability through green agricultural and business practices. Our mission is to ensure a more sustainable future with healthier food options and integrity to the quality of our products. We do this by preserving one of our most precious resources - seeds!
Shiso also known as Perilla or Beefsteak plant is a nice addition to the herb garden. At one to three feet tall and only about one foot wide its complicated flavor could become a new favorite without needing too much space. It can also be grown as a microgreen. The flavor is somewhere between mint and basil with hints of anise and cinnamon. It can be used as a sushi wrap, as a garnish or in a fruit or green salad. The purple shiso is used in pickling to add a violet hue. Whether you choose the green or purple, this is a plant that lends itself to culinary creativity. Non-GMO. Full maturity in 60-85 Days. Microgreen harvest between 16 to 22 Days.
Gourd Seeds - Buag Ngu. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Trichosanthes cucumerina var. anguina. 55-60 days to maturity. Warm season annual. This early ripening prolific variety is pest resistant and produces over a long season. The dark green and white striped fruit are 1 in diameter and grow up to 12" long. Popular in Indian, South Asian, and Southeast Asian cuisines. Requires a long, warm growing season. 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 lightly scarified before sowing. 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. Train to climb a vertical support for better air circulation, straighter fruit and ease of harvest. Snake gourd flowers during daylight hours. May need hand pollination to set fruit Harvest young tender fruit before it matures to retain its tenderness. Use in curries. The shoots, tendrils and leaves can also be eaten as greens. 145 seeds per ounce."
