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Golden Bantam Improved Corn, 1902 Heirloom, Organic $3.45 $3.95

Seed Exchange - Producing an early crop for home gardeners and market growers, this historic variety has an excellent sweet flavor and is ideal for freezing and fresh eating. The original strain of Golden Bantam was introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1902, and this improved strain was selected for even longer ears and greater tenderness. 70-85 days. Organic Tender, sweet kernels Ideal for freezing and fresh eating Sweet corn 70-85 days 100 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 1” deep after danger of frost has passed. For good pollination and full ears, plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8” apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained, fertile soil with plenty of water. Plant 4" apart Plant 1" Deep Germinates in 4-21 days Plant Rows 36-48" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Sweet Chocolate Pepper (Sweet),Organic $3.75 $3.95

Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Choco) Early bell pepper was bred by Elwyn Meader and introduced by the University of New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station in 1965. Ripens from green to chocolate on the outside and brick red inside. Thick sweet flesh. Great for gardeners in short-season areas. 60-85 days from transplant. Sweet. Characteristics Organic Fruits ripen from green to chocolate with a brick red interior Thick sweet flesh Great for gardeners in short-season areas 60-85 days from transplant Sweet pepper 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Miniature Allium 'Sphaerocephalon', Drumstick Allium from $4.99 $5.99

Allium 'Sphaerocephalon' - 20-24" tall oblong pruple and green blooms, provide a wonderful visual effect in the garden, especially when massed! Each blooms is 2-4" wide. USDA Zones 4-8 Blooms Late Spring to Early Summer Bloom Duration: 2-4 weeks Cold Hardy to Zone 4 Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Beloved by pollinators Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 20-24" tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun. Space the bulbs about 8" apart. They do need about 6 weeks of cold much like tulips. Alliums do like the soil ph to be between 6-7 to be at their best. If you soil is a little high, simply add some acidic feed to the soil. Ships mid September to mid October.

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Sweet Pea Electric Blue $3.19 $3.29

Renee's Garden - We are proud to make this rare and unusual species of sweet pea available for home gardeners. The dainty little flowers are an exquisite glowing blue color, some with rose-touched throats. The abundant singly born blossoms shine out like jewels against lushly tangled grassy foliage and gently curling tendrils. This long-blooming vining beauty reaches 3-4 feet tall and makes a wonderful garden accent in big pots with a short trellis, tumbling over a low wall or scrambling enticingly up a fence. Characteristics: Heirloom Great in containers Pollinators & Beneficials Annual climbing vine Spring/summer bloom Frost tolerant Instructions - Sweet peas need well-drained soil. Dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart in full sun as soon as the ground can be worked in early spring. Erect sturdy support for the short vines before planting. In mild winter areas, where the ground doesn’t freeze, plant in fall; seeds will germinate and form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. For container planting, use containers at least 12 inches in diameter filled with well-moistened potting soil. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart. In the summer heat, container sweet peas do best in a spot with afternoon shade. When plants have 3 or 4 sets of leaves pinch them back so just 2 sets remain. This encourages full, bushy growth. Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Be sure to protect seedlings from their most common predators: birds, slugs, and snails, especially if fall planting. Mulch, keep well watered, and feed plants regularly. Container-grown sweet peas should be fertilized every 2 weeks for the best bloom. Plant in: March-April for cold winters; September-March for mild winters Full sun or part-day shade Sow seeds 3" apart; 1" deep Days to germinate: 12-28 days Mature Height: 3-4 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Montreal Market Melon, Almost Extinct Favorite $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Melon lovers can thank a small group of Canadian preservationists for bringing back this incredibly flavorful variety in the 1990s. Its thick, green flesh is highly aromatic and has a sweet, complex taste. For peak flavor, harvest fruits when slightly under-ripe, before the rind turns yellow and the fruit softens. Melons are round to slightly flattened with a heavy, silvery netting and deep ribbing, measure 8" in diameter, and weigh 7-8 pounds. Organic. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 7-8 lbs Flesh is green with heavy silver netting Sweet and complex flavor Harvest before rind yellows for peak flavor New for 2021 From the Collection 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Spicy Salad Mix Sprouting Seeds, Organic $5.25 $5.75

A mildly spicy blend of lentils, alfalfa, red clover, radish, and black mustard. Mild flavor, cruchy and easy to grow! Organic Spicy blend of lentils, alfalfa, red clover, radish, and black mustard. Soaking Time: 6-8 hours Sprouting time: 3-6 days Recommended methods: Sprouting Tray or Jar Lid Yield: 1 Tbsp = 2-3 cups 4 oz per pack Ingredients: Lentils, alfalfa, red clover, radish, and mustard seeds. May contain wheat or soy. Produced in a facility that also processes peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, sesame, and shellfish. Instructions - Follow Instructions on Pack - Super easy. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Summer Pinwheels Zinnia $3.25 $3.29

Renee's Garden - Showy zinnias whose double blossoms have cherry-pink centers and creamy-white tipped petals. Flowers bloom heavily to dance nonstop all season long atop strongly branching, long-stemmed, 3–3 1/2 foot plants. Butterflies of all kinds and many other pollinators flock to them for their plentiful nectar and pollen. You can count on a constant supply of bright and beautiful flowers for big, long-lasting bouquets from these peak-performing plants all season long. Characteristics: Heirloom Butterfly & Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Annual Summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start in the garden, sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. To start early indoors, four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside only when temperatures rise above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seedlings 8-12 inches apart when large enough to handle to give plants room to mature and provide good air circulation. Zinnias grow readily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large and abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering help keep zinnias productive and discourage mildew. Pick just as blossoms begin opening and petals are tight. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets. Plant in May-June for cold winters; April-June for mild winters Full sun Space seeds 2-3" apart Plant 1/2" deep Days to germinate: 7-10 days Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Sandwich Booster Mix Sprouting Seeds, Organic $5.25 $5.75

A mix of clover, alfalfa, radish and mustard. Easy sprout mix of clover, alfalfa, radish, and mustards; mild, sweet, and spicy. Soaking Time: 8 hours Sprouting time: 3-5 days Recommended methods: Sprouting Tray or Jar Lid Yield: 1 Tbsp = 3-4 cups 3 oz Ingredients: Radish, mustard, alfalfa, and clover seeds. May contain wheat or soy. Produced in a facility that also processes peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, sesame, and shellfish. Watch our "How to grow sprouts" video here. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

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Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean, 1864 Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

Seed Exchange - This historic variety, renowned for its tenderness and great flavor, was first marketed in 1864 as Texas Pole, then renamed and introduced in 1877 as Kentucky Wonder by James J. H. Gregory & Sons. Vigorous plants yield clusters of 7-10” pods that are stringless when young. Pole habit, snap, 58-64 days Pole bean Stringless pods Great flavor Vines grow 5-7 feet Snap bean 58-64 days 50 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows Trellis, Support

Jalapeno Pepper, Heirloom, Organic $3.75 $4.00

The Living Seed Company - The famous Jalapeño! Originating in the Mexican town of Xalapa (also spelled Jalapa), Veracruz. Making all sorts of dishes delicious and spicy. The perfect blend of spice (on the milder side of chilis) and flavor for salsa. Jalapeños are most often used when green but will ripen to a beautiful red, sweeter pepper. When smoked and dried it is known as Chipotle. Great used fresh, pickled or canned. Great source of vitamins A, C, and E as well as folic acid and potassium. Also very high in antioxidants. Salsa for health! Organic & Open-Pollinated Strong resistance to TMV Mildly Hot pepper, 2,500 to 9,000 Scoville Units 70 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Orange Bell Pepper, Organic $3.75 $3.95

Out of stock for the season. We do have this variety in conventional for 2022. Seed Exchange - The best tasting orange bell pepper I think exists. Given to SSE by member Alex Heklar in 1989. Blocky 4" bell peppers have thick walls and excellent flavor. Heavy yielding. Can also be eaten green. 90 days from transplant. Sweet. Organic Orange bell-shaped fruits grow to 4 inches Excellent flavor Highly productive Heavy yields Sweet pepper 90 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Red Wethersfield Onion, 1834 Heirloom $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Dark Red Beauty) Listed as Large Red in 1834 by Hovey & Co. of Boston. By 1850, the name Wethersfield was in use by such companies as Comstock, Ferre & Co of Wethersfield, Connecticut. Large flattened globes with purple-red skin. Mildly pungent flesh with red concentric circles. Best used for salads and garnishes, not for extended storage. Long-day type. 100 days from transplant. Characteristics: Long-day onion Flattened globe-shaped bulbs Purple-red skin Concentric circles of red 100 days from transplant 100 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in flats ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Keep onions well weeded with shallow cultivation. Start Indoors: 4-6 weeks before transplanting Germination: 4-10 Days Plant Outdoors: 4-6” Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Aurora Pepper (Hot), Organic $3.75 $3.95

Seed Exchange - Stunning 1½" long fruits borne on foot-high ornamental plants, perfect for container growing. Fruits ripen from lavender to deep purple to orange and finally to red. 60-75 days from transplant. Medium hot. Organic Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches Plants grow to 12 inches Medium hot pepper 60-75 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Painted Pony Bush Bean, Organic $3.45 $3.95

Seed Exchange - A great dual purpose bean. Long thin pods are stringless and good for snap beans. The dry beans are excellent for soups and retain their markings when cooked. Very productive. Bush habit, 60 days for snaps, 80 days for dry beans. ±1,100 seeds/lb. Organic Excellent dual purpose bean Snap or dry bean Bush bean Stringless pods when young 60 days for snap, 80 days for dry beans 50 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest snap beans frequently for increased yields. Leave some pods on the vine and harvest when completely mature for dry beans. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows 36-48" apart

Tarahumara White Seeded Sunflower, Heirloom over 300 years old $3.75 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - A well-adapted introduction, most likely of Canadian Mennonite origin, later adopted by the Tarahumara tribe. Solid gold flowers are 8-10" in diameter. Primarily ivory-colored edible seeds with an occasional striped seed. Tolerant of poor conditions. Plants grow 6-9' tall. Annual, 80 days. Characteristics: Organic Annual flowers with golden petals grow to 10 inches across Edible seeds Plants grow to 6-9 feet tall Tolerates poor soil 80 days 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants. Sow 1/2" Deep Plant 6" Apart Germination 10-14 days Plant 24-36" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Bearded Iris 'Hemstiched' (Rebloomer), Iris Germanica from $12.95

‘Hemstiched' Bearded Iris Reblooming Bearded Irises are a gardener’s delight. They produce gorgeous blooms twice a year! Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10. They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States. Bearded Irises are extremely easy and forgiving. It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe. If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone and then again in August to September Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 32” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil. We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart. They fill in pretty fast. Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot. We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October.

Eastern Red Columbine, Native Flower from $3.00 $3.95

Firefly Farm & Mercantile - Eastern Red Columbine is native to the central and eastern Untied States. It is a late spring to early summer flowering perennial. Bees and other polliantors rely on these woodland species for valuable nectar and pollen. This is very abundant at Firefly Farm & Mercantile. You would see this along our Wild Flower Trail in mid May to mid June typically. They are 10-18” tall and will casually reseed to keep an abundance of blooms going for years to come. The flowers face downwards and have longer spurs that form the classic combine curl. The self-sowing variety prefers even moisture and grows best in full sun to partial shade, ideally with afternoon shade in hot climates. Perennial. Botanical name: Aquilegia canadensis Perennial Full sun to partial shade is optimal Instructions: Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Columbine prefers well-drained average soil. Water regularly, keeping leaves dry. Remove spent blossoms frequently to prolong blooming. Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination: 3-4 weeks Plant Outdoors: 8-10” Apart Light: Full Sun

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Double Standard Corn, Sweet Bi-Color Corn, Organic $3.75 $4.00

The Living Seed Company - This bi-colored sweet corn, hearkens back to a delicious yellow corn from the early 1900’s called Burnell and an early white kerneled heirloom from the Saint Lawrence Valley in New York state . Known for its vigor, sweetness and easy pollination. Organic Tender, sweet kernels Ideal for freezing and fresh eating Sweet corn 75-90 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 3/4” deep after danger of frost has passed. Plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8-12" apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained, fertile soil with plenty of water. Plant 4" apart Plant 1" Deep Germinates in 5-10 days Plant Rows 36-48" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Crocus Large Flowering 'Pickwick' c1925 Heirloom from $5.99

Crocuses signal spring’s return. The blooms pop up even through snow and after months of winter, they may cause you to leap for joy. Plant them by your walkways or where ever you can see out a window. They don’t even need a flowerbed as they will be long gone when it is time to mow your lawn. A natural technique is to take a few bulbs and just toss them in front of you – then plant where they land! Pickwick belongs to the C. vernus specieis of crocuses. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Late Winter to Early Spring Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun to Partial Shade (anywhere except under conifer trees) Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 5” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 3” deep. You can plant tulips or daffodils under crocuses for a layering effect Ships mid September to mid October. Your selections will be from the recent’s summer crop.

Healthy Pepper (Sweet, Lunchbox Style) $3.75 $3.95

Seed Savers Exchange - Sweet 4" long conical fruits ripen from yellow-green to orange then red. Early maturing 30" plants are resistant to disease and rotting and will ripen even during cloudy summers. Developed at the Institute of Vegetable Breeding and Seed Production on the western edge of Moscow. 70 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,900 seeds/oz. Characteristics Conical fruits grow to 4 inches Plants grow to 30 inches Resistant to disease and rotting Sweet pepper 70 days from transplant 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

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