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The Seed Savers Exchange - There’s more than one reason that ‘Tulsi’ (or holy) basil—considered a sacred plant in the Hindu religion—has been widely cultivated for millennia. It boasts an enticing clove-like aroma, grows fast, tolerates frost well, and is reputed to combat stress and boost the immune system. This versatile herb can be eaten fresh, dried, or made into tea. The green-leafed plants have a bush growing habit. 70-90 days. Characteristics: Enticing clove-like aroma Annual plants Plants will grow to 18-24 inches Can be used fresh, dried, or made into tea 50 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and the temperature does not drop below 65°F. Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Make successive sowings for continuous summer supplies. Pinch back flower stalks as they appear to keep plants from bolting. Prefers rich well-drained soil. Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep Germination: 5-30 Days Plant Outdoors Thin: 4-6" Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange -
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There’s more than one reason that ‘Tulsi’ (or holy) basil—considered a sacred plant in the Hindu religion—has been widely cultivated for millennia. It boasts an enticing clove-like aroma, grows fast, tolerates frost well, and is reputed to combat stress and boost the immune system. This versatile herb can be eaten fresh, dried, or made into tea. The green-leafed plants have a bush growing habit. 70-90 days.
Characteristics: 
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<li>Enticing clove-like aroma</li>
<li>Annual plants</li>
<li>Plants will grow to 18-24 inches</li>
<li>Can be used fresh, dried, or made into tea</li>
<li>50 seeds </li>
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Instructions -
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Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and the temperature does not drop below 65°F. Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Make successive sowings for continuous summer supplies. Pinch back flower stalks as they appear to keep plants from bolting. Prefers rich well-drained soil. 
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Germination: 5-30 Days 
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Thin: 4-6" Apart
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Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Green Leaf Tulsi Basil Herb, An Ancient Heirloom

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The Seed Savers Exchange - (O. americanum) Zesty lime flavor and aroma. Delicious in salads, salsa, and fish and chicken dishes. Compact, mounding plants average 20" in height. More heat tolerant than sweet basil. Annual. Characteristics: Organic Annual plants Plants grow to 20 inches tall Lime scent and flavor 250 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and the temperature does not drop below 65°F. Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Make successive sowings for continuous summer supplies. Pinch back flower stalks as they appear to keep plants from bolting. Prefers rich well-drained soil. Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep Germination: 5-30 Days Thin: 4-6" Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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(O. americanum) Zesty lime flavor and aroma. Delicious in salads, salsa, and fish and chicken dishes. Compact, mounding plants average 20" in height. More heat tolerant than sweet basil. Annual. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Annual plants</li>
<li>Plants grow to 20 inches tall</li>
<li>Lime scent and flavor</li>
<li>250 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions -
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Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and the temperature does not drop below 65°F. Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Make successive sowings for continuous summer supplies. Pinch back flower stalks as they appear to keep plants from bolting. Prefers rich well-drained soil. 
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Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep 
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Germination: 5-30 Days 
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Thin: 4-6" Apart 
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Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Lime Basil Herb, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Levisticum officinale) Very uniform selection of lovage with green-yellow flowers. The leaves, stems, and seeds all taste like celery. Used extensively in preparing soups and salads. Perennial in zones 3-8. Characteristics: Conventional for 2026 Perennial plants in zones 3-8 Plants grow to 5-8 feet tall Leaves and stems taste similar to celery 250 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed in late spring. Can also be directly sown outdoors just before last spring frost. Prefers average well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Start Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germination: 7-10 Days Plant Outdoors: 18-24” Apart Light: Sun/Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(Levisticum officinale) Very uniform selection of lovage with green-yellow flowers. The leaves, stems, and seeds all taste like celery. Used extensively in preparing soups and salads. Perennial in zones 3-8.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Conventional for 2026</li>
<li>Perennial plants in zones 3-8</li>
<li>Plants grow to 5-8 feet tall</li>
<li>Leaves and stems taste similar to celery</li>
<li>250 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed in late spring. Can also be directly sown outdoors just before last spring frost. Prefers average well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. 
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Germination: 7-10 Days  
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Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Lovage "Magnus" Herb

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Salvia officinalis) Classic culinary herb for flavoring meat, cheese, and bean dishes. Good for laying on the grill and flavoring meat with its smoke. Attractive grey-green shrubby plant with beautiful mauve flowers. Perennial in zones 5-10. Characteristics: Perennial in zones 5-10 Plants grow up to 2 feet tall Grey-green leaves with mauve flowers The savory, slightly peppery flavor 250 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors on the surface of the soil. Can also be directly sown outdoors two weeks after the last spring frost. Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Divide every 3-4 years. Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination: 14-21 Days Plant Outdoors: 12” Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(Salvia officinalis) Classic culinary herb for flavoring meat, cheese, and bean dishes. Good for laying on the grill and flavoring meat with its smoke. Attractive grey-green shrubby plant with beautiful mauve flowers. Perennial in zones 5-10.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Perennial in zones 5-10</li>
<li>Plants grow up to 2 feet tall</li>
<li>Grey-green leaves with mauve flowers</li>
<li>The savory, slightly peppery flavor</li>
<li>250 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors on the surface of the soil. Can also be directly sown outdoors two weeks after the last spring frost. Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Divide every 3-4 years.
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost <meta charset="utf-8">
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Germination: 14-21 Days 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Plant Outdoors: 12” Apart 
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Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Sage 'Green Culinary' Herb

Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis) is a delicate annual herb in the mint family, prized for its peppery, thyme-like aroma with hints of mint and oregano. It's a staple in European and Mediterranean cuisines, especially for flavoring beans, peas, meats, and stews—traditionally used to aid digestion and reduce "wind." Origins and Cultural Significance Ancient Roots: Native to the Mediterranean Basin (warm Europe, North Africa). Cultivated by Greeks and Romans ~2000 years ago. Pliny the Elder praised it as a digestive cure-all. Medieval Rise: Four thieves' vinegar legend (14th century)—savory in plague-repelling tonic. Common in monastery gardens. Culinary Nickname: "The Bean Herb" for countering flatulence. Distinguished from Winter Savory (S. montana, perennial). Modern Heirloom: Open-pollinated strains preserved via seed savers; no GMOs. Timeline Table Era Key Event Key Reference ~500 BC Greek/Roman cultivation begins Pliny's Natural History 14th Century Plague remedy fame Four Thieves Vinegar 16th Century English herbals list it Gerard's Herbal (1597) 1800s U.S. immigrant gardens Seed catalogs like Burpee 2020s Revival in organic/companion planting SSE, USDA heirlooms "Sweet as summer air, savory as the earth's own spice—nature's perfect digestive companion." – Traditional herbal lore. Growing Notes Maturity: 60-70 days; 12-18" tall, bushy. Habitat: Full sun, well-drained soil (pH 6-7.5); drought-tolerant. Sow direct after frost. Uses: Fresh/dried seasoning, teas, pest repellent (plant near beans/cabbage). Attracts pollinators.

Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis) is a delicate annual herb in the mint family, prized for its peppery, thyme-like aroma with hints of mint and oregano. It's a staple in European and Mediterranean cuisines, especially for flavoring beans, peas, meats, and stews—traditionally used to aid digestion and reduce "wind."
<h3 data-line="14" id="Origins and Cultural Significance">Origins and Cultural Significance</h3>
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Ancient Roots: Native to the Mediterranean Basin (warm Europe, North Africa). Cultivated by Greeks and Romans ~2000 years ago. Pliny the Elder praised it as a digestive cure-all.</li>
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Medieval Rise: Four thieves' vinegar legend (14th century)—savory in plague-repelling tonic. Common in monastery gardens.</li>
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Culinary Nickname: "The Bean Herb" for countering flatulence. Distinguished from Winter Savory (S. montana, perennial).</li>
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Modern Heirloom: Open-pollinated strains preserved via seed savers; no GMOs.</li>
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<td>~500 BC</td>
<td>Greek/Roman cultivation begins</td>
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<td>14th Century</td>
<td>Plague remedy fame</td>
<td>Four Thieves Vinegar</td>
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<td>16th Century</td>
<td>English herbals list it</td>
<td>Gerard's Herbal (1597)</td>
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<td>1800s</td>
<td>U.S. immigrant gardens</td>
<td>Seed catalogs like Burpee</td>
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<td>2020s</td>
<td>Revival in organic/companion planting</td>
<td>SSE, USDA heirlooms</td>
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"Sweet as summer air, savory as the earth's own spice—nature's perfect digestive companion." – Traditional herbal lore.
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Maturity: 60-70 days; 12-18" tall, bushy.</li>
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Habitat: Full sun, well-drained soil (pH 6-7.5); drought-tolerant. Sow direct after frost.</li>
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Uses: Fresh/dried seasoning, teas, pest repellent (plant near beans/cabbage). Attracts pollinators.</li>
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Summer Savory Herb, Ancient Herb, Organic Options Available

Firefly Farm 250 Seeds

Firefly Farm 250 Organic Seeds

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, Organic

Seedsavers Exchange

Swest Majoram is a wonderful herb for cooking and other culinary purposes. We carry it throughout the year. We are trying to consistently source as organic. We carry it from Seedsavers and our other seed labels. The plant grows 12-24” and will have small white flowers. Sometimes it is called sweet oregano. Botanical Name: Origanum majorana Perennial in zones 6-8, grown as an annual in the North. Characteristics: Annual or perennial in zones 6-8 Plants grow to 12-24 inches Soft, green leaves similar to oregano At least 100 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Plants prefer very well-drained soil. Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination: 10 Days Plant Outdoors: 6-8” Apart Light: Full Sun

Swest Majoram is a wonderful herb for cooking and other culinary purposes. We carry it throughout the year. We are trying to consistently source as organic. We carry it from Seedsavers and our other seed labels. The plant grows 12-24” and will have small white flowers. Sometimes it is called sweet oregano. Botanical Name: Origanum majorana
Perennial in zones 6-8, grown as an annual in the North. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Annual or perennial in zones 6-8</li>
<li>Plants grow to 12-24 inches</li>
<li>Soft, green leaves similar to oregano</li>
<li>At least 100 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions -
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Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Plants prefer very well-drained soil.
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Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost
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Germination: 10 Days
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Plant Outdoors: 6-8” Apart
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Light: Full Sun

Sweet Marjoram Herb

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Petroselinum hortensis) Closely curled dark green leaves. Fast-growing uniform strain. High in vitamins and minerals. Holds for a long time at the harvesting stage even in warm weather. Biennial in zones 6-9, grown as an annual. 68-75 days. Characteristics: Organic Grown as an annual or biennial Plants grow to 9-12 inches tall Curled, dark green leaves 68-75 days 250 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before the last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained rich soil. Direct Seed: 1/4" Deep Germination: 14-21 Days Thin: 6-12" Apart Light: Sun/Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(Petroselinum hortensis) Closely curled dark green leaves. Fast-growing uniform strain. High in vitamins and minerals. Holds for a long time at the harvesting stage even in warm weather. Biennial in zones 6-9, grown as an annual. 68-75 days.  
Characteristics: 
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<li>Organic</li>
<li>Grown as an annual or biennial</li>
<li>Plants grow to 9-12 inches tall</li>
<li>Curled, dark green leaves</li>
<li>68-75 days</li>
<li>250 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors just before the last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained rich soil.
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Direct Seed: 1/4" Deep <meta charset="utf-8">
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Germination: 14-21 Days 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 6-12" Apart 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Light: Sun/Partial Shade 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Triple Curled Parsley Herb, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Gorgeous finely curled blue-green leaves hold their color even in severe cold. Uniform low-growing plants are 15" tall with a 20-35" spread. Very hardy; will overwinter with mulch in zones 4-5. Ornamental and delicious. High in vitamin A. 53-65 days from transplant. ±8,900 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Organic Finely curled blue-green leaves Plants grow to 15 inches high High in vitamin A Can be overwintered with mulch as far north as Zone 4 53-65 days from transplant 150 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germinate 3-10 days Plant Rows 24" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Gorgeous finely curled blue-green leaves hold their color even in severe cold. Uniform low-growing plants are 15" tall with a 20-35" spread. Very hardy; will overwinter with mulch in zones 4-5. Ornamental and delicious. High in vitamin A. 53-65 days from transplant. ±8,900 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Finely curled blue-green leaves</li>
<li>Plants grow to 15 inches high</li>
<li>High in vitamin A</li>
<li>Can be overwintered with mulch as far north as Zone 4</li>
<li>53-65 days from transplant</li>
<li>150 seeds per packet  </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow. 
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost
Germinate 3-10 days
Plant Rows 24" apart 
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Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch Kale or Vates Dwarf Blue Kale, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Yes, this purple-stemmed Siberian kale is nutritious and delicious, producing crunchy, crisp leaves with a sweet flavor (made sweeter with frost!) and only a hint of bitterness. Green, slightly blistered leaves have lobed margins and purple petioles and measure 15.5-18.5" long and 5.5-8.5" wide. The variety hails from the Greenpeace Experimental Farm in British Columbia, Canada, a self-sufficient organic farming community formed in 1974 on Denman Island by Jim and Marie Bohlen, co-founders of the Greenpeace environmental organization. 40 days from transplant. Characteristics: Organic Green blistered leaves with purple stems Leaves grow 5.5 to 8.5 inches wide by 15 to 18 inches long Developed by the Greenpeace Experimental Farm in Britsh Columbia The excellent flavor is enhanced by frost 40 days from transplant 150 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germinate 3-10 days Plant Rows 24" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Yes, this purple-stemmed Siberian kale is nutritious and delicious, producing crunchy, crisp leaves with a sweet flavor (made sweeter with frost!) and only a hint of bitterness. Green, slightly blistered leaves have lobed margins and purple petioles and measure 15.5-18.5" long and 5.5-8.5" wide. The variety hails from the Greenpeace Experimental Farm in British Columbia, Canada, a self-sufficient organic farming community formed in 1974 on Denman Island by Jim and Marie Bohlen, co-founders of the Greenpeace environmental organization. 40 days from transplant.  
Characteristics: 
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<li>Organic</li>
<li>Green blistered leaves with purple stems</li>
<li>Leaves grow 5.5 to 8.5 inches wide by 15 to 18 inches long</li>
<li>Developed by the Greenpeace Experimental Farm in Britsh Columbia</li>
<li>The excellent flavor is enhanced by frost</li>
<li>40 days from transplant</li>
<li>150 seeds per packet </li>
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow. 
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost
Germinate 3-10 days
Plant Rows 24" apart 
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Greenpeace Kale, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Fearing Burr made sure to note this tall kale in his landmark 1863 book, Field and Garden Vegetables of America. Its edible stalk reaches up to 30" tall and is cloaked in an abundance of leaves that can be eaten raw or cooked and are especially tender when young. Characteristics: Edible stalks reach up to 30 inches Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked Tender leaves when young 150 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germinate 3-10 days Plant Rows 24" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Fearing Burr made sure to note this tall kale in his landmark 1863 book, Field and Garden Vegetables of America. Its edible stalk reaches up to 30" tall and is cloaked in an abundance of leaves that can be eaten raw or cooked and are especially tender when young.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Edible stalks reach up to 30 inches</li>
<li>Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked</li>
<li>Tender leaves when young</li>
<li>150 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Kale is most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest can continue even after snow. 
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost
Germinate 3-10 days
Plant Rows 24" apart 
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Marrowstem Kale, Organic Available

Seedsavers Exchange 150 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack 50 Seeds

Firefly Farm 150 Seeds

The Seed Savers Exchange - This kohlrabi has it all - juicy, crunchy, and crisp stems and a slightly spicy, sweet flavor. The bulbs are light-green and round to slightly elongated, and the plants have light-green petioles with light-purple bases. The light- to dark-green leaves are mostly elliptical in shape (with the occasional obovate leaf) and have round-toothed margins. Variability occurs from plant to plant, but each plant has uniform leaves; the plants grow 12-17" tall and reach 22-28" in diameter. Stems are 2" to just over 2½" long and approximately 2¾-3½" wide, and weigh 4.7-9.5 oz. Characteristics: Sweet, spicy flavor 250 Seeds Instructions - Best grown in cooler weather. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. Can also be started indoors and transplanted out. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Kohlrabi is also an excellent fall crop. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Plant Rows 12-18" apart Thin to 4" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">This kohlrabi has it all - juicy, crunchy, and crisp stems and a slightly spicy, sweet flavor. The bulbs are light-green and round to slightly elongated, and the plants have light-green petioles with light-purple bases. The light- to dark-green leaves are mostly elliptical in shape (with the occasional obovate leaf) and have round-toothed margins. Variability occurs from plant to plant, but each plant has uniform leaves; the plants grow 12-17" tall and reach 22-28" in diameter. Stems are 2" to just over 2½" long and approximately 2¾-3½" wide, and weigh 4.7-9.5 oz.
Characteristics: 
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<li>Sweet, spicy flavor</li>
<li>250 Seeds</li>
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Best grown in cooler weather. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. Can also be started indoors and transplanted out. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Kohlrabi is also an excellent fall crop.
Direct Seed 1" apart 
Plant 1/4" deep
Plant Rows 12-18" apart
Thin to 4" apart
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Delicatesse White Kohlrabi

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Scotch Flag) Scottish variety was introduced in the early 1800s. Enormous leeks that are 9-15" long by 2-3" in diameter. Tender white stalks, dark blue-green fan-shaped leaves. The mild flavor stands winter well. Good buncher for market gardens. 80-150 days from transplant. ±9,700 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Stalks grow to 9-15 inches long Stalks grow to 2-3 inches in diameter Very tolerant of cold Mild flavor 80-150 days from transplant ±9,700 seeds/oz 100 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(aka Scotch Flag) Scottish variety was introduced in the early 1800s. Enormous leeks that are 9-15" long by 2-3" in diameter. Tender white stalks, dark blue-green fan-shaped leaves. The mild flavor stands winter well. Good buncher for market gardens. 80-150 days from transplant. ±9,700 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Stalks grow to 9-15 inches long</li>
<li>Stalks grow to 2-3 inches in diameter</li>
<li>Very tolerant of cold</li>
<li>Mild flavor</li>
<li>80-150 days from transplant</li>
<li>±9,700 seeds/oz</li>
<li>100 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. 
<meta charset="utf-8">Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost
Germinate 5-7 days
Plants 6" apart
Plant Rows 12-24" apart 
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Giant Musselburgh Leek, 1800 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful yellow-green leaves, a mild taste, and a wide, thick edible white shank have long made this leek a popular variety in Europe. Described by the French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux as early as 1856, this rare historic variety was acquired by Seed Savers Exchange member William Woys Weaver of Pennsylvania while traveling in Alsace, France. 100-120 days. Characteristics: Organic 100-120 days 100 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful yellow-green leaves, a mild taste, and a wide, thick edible white shank have long made this leek a popular variety in Europe. Described by the French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux as early as 1856, this rare historic variety was acquired by Seed Savers Exchange member William Woys Weaver of Pennsylvania while traveling in Alsace, France. 100-120 days. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>100-120 days</li>
<li>100 Seeds per packet  
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. 
<meta charset="utf-8">Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost
Germinate 5-7 days
Plants 6" apart
Plant Rows 12-24" apart 
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Jaune du Poitou Leek, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Lyon) English historic variety that first appeared in American catalogs at the end of the 1880s. Very hardy 36" tall plants with thick, solid, pure-white base. Even with its large size, the stalk retains its tenderness and mild flavor. 110-135 days from transplant. ±10,600 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Stalks grow to 36 inches Base is pure-white Mild flavor and tender 110-135 days from transplant 100 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(aka Lyon) English historic variety that first appeared in American catalogs at the end of the 1880s. Very hardy 36" tall plants with thick, solid, pure-white base. Even with its large size, the stalk retains its tenderness and mild flavor. 110-135 days from transplant. ±10,600 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Stalks grow to 36 inches</li>
<li>Base is pure-white</li>
<li>Mild flavor and tender</li>
<li>110-135 days from transplant</li>
<li>100 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. 
<meta charset="utf-8">Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost
Germinate 5-7 days
Plants 6" apart
Plant Rows 12-24" apart 
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Prizetaker Leek, 1880 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - an Australian variety from our friends at Digger’s Club near Melbourne. A very tender texture. Unique chartreuse color. Slow to bolt, large plants. Looseleaf, 50 days Characteristics: Australian heirloom Chartreuse leaves Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 50 days 250 seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - an <meta charset="utf-8">Australian variety from our friends at Digger’s Club near Melbourne. A very tender texture. Unique chartreuse color. Slow to bolt, large plants. Looseleaf, 50 days 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Australian heirloom</li>
<li>Chartreuse leaves</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds </li>
</ul>
 Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Australian Yellowleaf Lettuce

The Seed Savers Exchange - A dwarf, compact version of Green Oakleaf. Tasty and tender medium green leaves are oakleaf-shaped with rounded lobes. Holds for an extended period. Looseleaf, 50 days. ±31,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Compact growth Medium green, oakleaf leaves Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 50 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A dwarf, compact version of Green Oakleaf. Tasty and tender medium green leaves are oakleaf-shaped with rounded lobes. Holds for an extended period. Looseleaf, 50 days. ±31,000 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Compact growth</li>
<li>Medium green, oakleaf leaves</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 6-8" apart
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Baby Oakleaf Lettuce

The Seed Savers Exchange - French head lettuce with wavy green leaves tinged with maroon. Best grown either as an early or late crop. Butterhead, 50-60 days. Characteristics: Organic French head lettuce Wavy green leaves tinged with maroon Grow in early spring or late fall Butterhead lettuce 50-60 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10-12" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - French head lettuce with wavy green leaves tinged with maroon. Best grown either as an early or late crop. Butterhead, 50-60 days. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>French head lettuce</li>
<li>Wavy green leaves tinged with maroon</li>
<li>Grow in early spring or late fall</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>50-60 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8">
Thin: 10-12" Apart
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Baquieu Lettuce, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - The butterhead companion to the Forellenschluss romaine. “Bunte” means “colorful” in German. Sweet apple-green leaves splashed with maroon, forms a loose 8-10" head. Butterhead, 40-55 days. ±23,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Forms loose 8-10 inch heads Apple-green leaves splashed with maroon Butterhead lettuce 40-55 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">The butterhead companion to the Forellenschluss romaine. “Bunte” means “colorful” in German. Sweet apple-green leaves splashed with maroon, forms a loose 8-10" head. Butterhead, 40-55 days. ±23,000 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Forms loose 8-10 inch heads</li>
<li>Apple-green leaves splashed with maroon</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>40-55 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 10" Apart 
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Bunte Forellenschluss Lettuce

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Speckled Trout Back or Flashy Trout Back) Gorgeous Austrian lettuce with green leaves speckled with maroon. Superior flavor; holds very well in the summer heat. Our all-time favorite! Romaine, 55 days. ±34,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Holds well in the heat Green leaves speckled with maroon Crisp leaves Romaine lettuce 55 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Speckled Trout Back or Flashy Trout Back) Gorgeous Austrian lettuce with green leaves speckled with maroon. Superior flavor; holds very well in the summer heat. Our all-time favorite! Romaine, 55 days. ±34,000 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Holds well in the heat</li>
<li>Green leaves speckled with maroon</li>
<li>Crisp leaves</li>
<li>Romaine lettuce</li>
<li>55 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">
Thin: 10" Apart
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Forellenschluss Lettuce, 1700’s Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - Reportedly known as Baltimore or Philadelphia Oakleaf in the 1880s. Withstands hot weather, never bitter. Excellent quality even in late summer. Looseleaf, 50 days. Characteristics: Oakleaf-shaped leaves are never bitter Holds well in hot weather Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 50 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Reportedly known as Baltimore or Philadelphia Oakleaf in the 1880s. Withstands hot weather, never bitter. Excellent quality even in late summer. Looseleaf, 50 days.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Oakleaf-shaped leaves are never bitter</li>
<li>Holds well in hot weather</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 6-8" Apart 
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Green Oakleaf Lettuce, 1880s Heirloom

We are waiting in this one to be in stock and are accepting orders. If your order is more than $20 we will ship this on out separately and not hold up the rest of your order. The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1992 by Lucille Reeves of Oklahoma. In her donation letter, Lucille stated that this variety was reported to have been grown by the Gulley family of Oklahoma since about 1890. Round, dark green leaves with a moderate red tinge and slightly undulating edges. Crisp texture, good flavor. SSE staff favorite. Butterhead, 60 days. Characteristics: Organic Green leaves tinged with red Crisp texture and good flavor Butterhead lettuce 60 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

We are waiting in this one to be in stock and are accepting orders. If your order is more than $20 we will ship this on out separately and not hold up the rest of your order. 
The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1992 by Lucille Reeves of Oklahoma. In her donation letter, Lucille stated that this variety was reported to have been grown by the Gulley family of Oklahoma since about 1890. Round, dark green leaves with a moderate red tinge and slightly undulating edges. Crisp texture, good flavor. SSE staff favorite. Butterhead, 60 days.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Green leaves tinged with red</li>
<li>Crisp texture and good flavor</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>60 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">
Thin: 6-8" Apart
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Gulley's Favorite Lettuce, 1890 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - "Everyone that has tried it says it’s the best," wrote Ella Jebousek of this deer-tongued lettuce in 1987. And we agree—it was a favorite in our 2015 taste test. Compact plants form rosettes of dark green, triangular leaves, which grow 7-9" long and 4-5" wide. Ella, of Brooks, Oregon, received this variety from a descendant of the family who brought it from Czechoslovakia. Black seeded. Looseleaf, 40-50 days. Characteristics: Organic Looseleaf 40-50 days 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">"Everyone that has tried it says it’s the best," wrote Ella Jebousek of this deer-tongued lettuce in 1987. And we agree—it was a favorite in our 2015 taste test. Compact plants form rosettes of dark green, triangular leaves, which grow 7-9" long and 4-5" wide. Ella, of Brooks, Oregon, received this variety from a descendant of the family who brought it from Czechoslovakia. Black seeded. Looseleaf, 40-50 days.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Looseleaf</li>
<li>40-50 days</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 6-8" Apart 
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Jebousek Lettuce, Organic

We have low inventory on this and it does not look like it will be replaced this year. If you can purchase it, that means we still have some left. The Seed Savers Exchange - A large and beautiful chartreuse butterhead that scored in the top 10 in Seed Savers Exchange’s 2010 lettuce tasting of over 70 varieties. This mild, tender, and sweet lettuce has floppy leaves and is slow to bolt. First offered in the 2005 SSE Yearbook by Margaret Lauterbach of Boise, Idaho. Butterhead, 60 days. ±26,100 seeds/oz Characteristics: Organic Slow to bolt Soft texture and mild flavor Butterhead lettuce 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10-12" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

We have low inventory on this and it does not look like it will be replaced this year. If you can purchase it, that means we still have some left. 
The Seed Savers Exchange - A large and beautiful chartreuse butterhead that scored in the top 10 in Seed Savers Exchange’s 2010 lettuce tasting of over 70 varieties. This mild, tender, and sweet lettuce has floppy leaves and is slow to bolt. First offered in the 2005 SSE Yearbook by Margaret Lauterbach of Boise, Idaho. Butterhead, 60 days. ±26,100 seeds/oz
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Soft texture and mild flavor</li>
<li>Butterhead lettuce</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. 
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 10-12" Apart 
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Mantilia Lettuce, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - One of the most beautiful varieties in SSE’s collection of over one thousand lettuces. Curly frilled oakleaf-shaped leaves retain their dark red color in hot weather. Mild flavor. Looseleaf, 65 days. ±26,000 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Frilled, oak leaf-shaped leaves Mild flavor Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again 65 days 500 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 10" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - One of the most beautiful varieties in SSE’s collection of over one thousand lettuces. Curly frilled oakleaf-shaped leaves retain their dark red color in hot weather. Mild flavor. Looseleaf, 65 days. ±26,000 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Frilled, oak leaf-shaped leaves</li>
<li>Mild flavor</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again</li>
<li>65 days</li>
<li>500 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 1" apart</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinate 7-14 days</li>
<li>Thin: 10" Apart</li>
</ul>
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">
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Mascara Lettuce

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Lemon Mint - A wonderful addition to teas when young or in bloom, substitute for oregano when older. An ancient medicine used by Native Americans. It is a beloved flower for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Its scent is lemony but can smell and taste like oregano as it ages. Botanical Name: Monarda Citridora Characteristics: Self-seeding annual plants in zones 3-6, perennial in 7-10 Plants grow to 24-30 inches tall Purple flower bracts attract bees Leaves are aromatic and citrus-flavored 1/2 gram packets Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath surface of soil. Plant out in early spring just before last frost. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming. Or direct sow after the last frost. Sow seed indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost Germination 10-20 days Plant 12-24" apart Full Sun to Partial Shade

Lemon Mint, 1,000 years old Native, Heirloom

Renee's Garden - This spellbinding nasturtium offers unusual variegated, vining foliage and brilliant, spurred blossoms in exotic and unusual shades of pumpkin, painted peachy-rose, ruby, gold, and pale lemon. The single scented flowers shine out from among lily-pad-shaped leaves splashed with patterns of emerald green and creamy white. The effect is a trailing jungle of gemstones as Amazon Jewel meanders gracefully to cover bare spots, adorn fences, or cascade from containers, filling the garden with vibrant color. Characteristics: Renee's Garden Exclusive Annual Gemstone colors Approx 35-40 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds in spring once all danger of frost is over in full sun (or part shade in hot climates). Nasturtiums need no added fertilizer in most soils. Poke seeds into well-worked soil about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart. Press soil firmly over the seeds and keep moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin 10 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow. Plant in: April - June for cold winters or March - July for mild winters Full sun or partial shade Plant 1/4 inch deep Plant 3-4 inches apart 9-12 inches days to germinate Mature Height: 4-6 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Amazon Jewel Nasturtium (Climbing)

Back in Stock! It sells out fast so order today. Renee's Garden - Our own selection of this classic high-yielding heirloom that produces long, dark green fruits with a crunchy texture and a mild sweet flavor. Weather tolerant and resistant to many viruses and disease. Characteristics: Glossy dark green Highly productive vines Disease-resistant vines Heirloom slicing cucumber Instructions -Plant heat-loving cucumbers only when the weather is warm and settled and night temperatures stay above 50°F (10°C). Amend soil well with aged manure or compost. Cut rather than pull fruits from vines before seeds are large inside. Harvest every few days for the longest fruit production. Sow groups of 2-3 seeds Plant 1 1/2 feet apart Plant 1" Deep Thin to 1 seedling per group Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Green Fingers Cucumber, Persian Baby (Hybrid)

🌿 Za’atar Oregano (Origanum syriacum) The Soul of Middle Eastern Flavor Experience the authentic, intoxicating aroma of the Levant with Za’atar Oregano (or sometimes spelled as zaatar). Also known as Syrian Oregano or Lebanese Oregano, this ancient herb is the primary ingredient in the legendary Middle Eastern spice blend of the same name. It offers a sophisticated "three-in-one" flavor profile—a bold, savory combination of Greek Oregano, Sweet Marjoram, and Thyme, finished with a subtle, spicy kick. With its beautiful, fuzzy silver-green leaves and rugged resilience, it is a must-have for any herb gardener or gourmet chef. 📜 Historical Heritage & The "Hyssop" Mystery Origanum syriacum is an herb of biblical proportions. Native to the rocky hillsides of Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Israel, many scholars believe this is the true "Hyssop" mentioned in the Old Testament, used for thousands of years in purification rituals. In the Middle East, it is more than just a plant—it is a symbol of health and heritage. Historically, it has been wild-harvested for centuries, but as demand for the spice blend grew, it moved into the "Kitchen Gardens" of the Mediterranean. It is the heart of the Manakish (flatbread) tradition, where the herb is mixed with olive oil and sumac to create a breakfast staple that has fueled the region for generations. To grow Za’atar is to invite one of the world's most ancient and revered culinary traditions into your home. ✨ Product Highlights The "Spice Blend" Hero: The essential base for authentic Za’atar seasoning (typically mixed with sumac, sesame seeds, and salt). Unique Texture: Features soft, velvety, silver-gray leaves that are as ornamental as they are delicious. Drought-Tolerant Champion: Highly adapted to hot, dry climates; once established, it requires very little water. Pollinator Magnet: Produces spikes of delicate white-to-pale-pink flowers that are a favorite for honeybees and butterflies. Versatile Perennial: A hardy perennial in warmer zones (8–10) and a fast-growing, productive annual in cooler climates. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Origanum syriacum Plant Type Perennial Herb (Hardy in Zones 8–10) Height 18 to 24 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Flavor Profile Oregano, Thyme, and Marjoram blend Days to Maturity 80–90 Days Growth Habit Upright / Woody-based shrub 🌱 How to Grow Za’atar Oregano 1. Sowing the Seeds (Light is Essential):Za’atar seeds are tiny and require light to germinate. Indoors: Start 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Surface-sow the seeds onto a moist starting mix and press them in lightly. Do not cover with soil. Outdoors: Direct sow in late spring only after the soil has thoroughly warmed. Germination: Expect sprouts in 10–21 days. Keep the tray in a warm, bright spot. 2. The Perfect Location:Za’atar demands Full Sun and exceptional drainage. It thrives in "lean," rocky, or sandy soils. If your soil is heavy clay, we highly recommend growing Za’atar in a raised bed or a terra cotta pot to prevent "wet feet," which can cause root rot. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin or transplant seedlings to 12–18 inches apart. Watering: Water at the base of the plant. Avoid wetting the "fuzzy" leaves excessively. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings. Harvesting: For the best flavor, harvest the stems just before the plant flowers. This is when the essential oils are at their peak. 🍳 Culinary Inspiration: The Za’atar Blend To make your own garden-fresh Za’atar blend: Dry your Za’atar Oregano leaves and crumble them into a bowl. Add toasted sesame seeds, ground sumac, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix with high-quality olive oil and use as a dip for warm pita bread or as a rub for roasted chicken and vegetables. Garden Tip: Because of its silver, fuzzy leaves, Za’atar Oregano is highly resistant to deer and rabbits. Its strong, savory scent acts as a natural deterrent, making it a great "guard plant" for the edges of your garden. 🌿🫓🍋

Za'atar Oregano, Middle Eastern Heirloom

Organic Seed Potatoes! Sold by the pound and sent out every April to mid May so get your orders in. They look fantastic. Why do we love High Mowing Organic potatoes - because they do great without the use of chemicals All varieties for $6.95 per pound! We typically receive them by 4/10 and ship around that time We source all of our potatoes from High Mowing Organic Seeds company due to the highest standards and best performance of any seed potatoes we have tried. Shipping will be added if you have seeds or bulbs leaving before or after April.

Organic Seed Potatoes

Renee's Garden - These lovely climbing nasturtiums have charming soft primrose yellow flowers and bright green foliage, much different from the usual bold and brassy color mix. They grow easily in any well-drained soil and will gracefully disguise neglected areas or twine along a fence, trellis, or wall, providing a summer arbor of pretty lily-pad-shaped leaves and long-spurred flowers. As a wonderful bonus, both the bright flowers and leaves are deliciously edible with a spicy watercress flavor. Characteristics: Heirloom Selection Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Annual vine Spring/summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start outdoors, sow seeds in spring once all danger of frost is over in full sun (or part shade in hot climates). Nasturtiums need no added fertilizer in most soils. Poke seeds into well-worked soil about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart. Press the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin 10 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow. To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, pinch out the weaker seedling leaving 1 per pot. After outdoor temperatures are evenly above 50°F (10°C) gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 to 12 inches apart in full sun. Climbing nasturtiums are very reliable and easy to grow in any well-drained soil. Help them to twine up their supports, then they’ll climb easily and bloom nonstop. Do not let plants dry out during the blooming season. You can also plant Moonlight to tumble along the ground. Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters Full sun or partial shade Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep 7-14 days to germinate Mature height: 4-6 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Moonlight Climbing Nasturtium (Climbing)

Seminole Pumpkin Cheese Squash - An excellent squash from the Cheese Squash families- If in a zone 5 or colder, go with the Long Island Cheese Squash. This one needs a long season. Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - A very sweet squash or pumpkin and is a great choice for hot and humid areas. The fruits are 6-8" and bell-shaped pumpkins and will keep for 1 year at room temperature. 95 days. Characteristics: Organic Very sweet Stores for 1 year 90-100 days ~20 Seeds per packet, 2 grams Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed. Hills should be spaced 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 3 weeks before transplanting out. Direct Seed: 1" Deep Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

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