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Golden Zucchini Squash, Organic $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - (C. pepo) Introduced in 1973 by W. Atlee Burpee of Philadelphia, bred from genetic material supplied by Dr. Oved Shifress. This vivid yellow fruit was the first commercial B (bicolor gene) cultivar. Crisp and mild-flavored zucchinis are borne prolifically on bush plants. 50-55 days. Characteristics: Organic Bright yellow skin Best when eaten under 8 inches Heavy yielding bush plants Summer squash 50-55 days 25 seeds per packet 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. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Crackerjack Mix African Marigold, Organic, Heirloom $2.99 $3.25

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Crackerjack Mix African Marigolds are classics that take 82 days to bloom in shades of yellow, gold, and orange. (Tagetes erecta) Certified Organic Heirloom Especially well-suited to the South-East From Small Farms 3-4 ft. plants Instructions - Annual. Germination: 70°F, 4-8 days. Full sun. Direct sow or transplant after last frost. Space 8-16” apart. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Organic Potimarron Squash Heirloom Open Pollinated Seeds

Potimarron Squash, Organic $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - (C. maxima) (aka Courge Châtaigne) A small winter squash from France, inversely pear-shaped, with a flavor like chestnuts. The name is derived from the French: potiron (pumpkin) and marron (chestnut). Superb table quality in a small (3-4 pounds) manageable size. 85-95 days. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 3 to 4 pounds Chestnut-like flavor Long shelf life 85-95 days 25 seeds per packet 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

Organic Petit Gris De Rennes Melon Heirloom Open Pollinated Seeds

Petit Gris De Rennes Melon, 1700's Heirloom, Organic $3.25 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - La crème de la crème of French cantaloupes. First noted in the garden of the Bishop of Rennes nearly 400 years ago. Petit Gris translates as “little grey,” named for its appearance before ripening. Fruits typically weigh 2-3 pounds and have a mustard and olive speckled rind. The flavorful sweet orange flesh is reminiscent of brown sugar. 80-85 days. Characteristics: Organic Fruits weigh 2-3 pounds Juicy, sweet orange flesh Flavor like brown sugar when ripe 80-85 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the 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 the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Sutton's Harbinger Pea, 1898 Heirloom $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - English introduction by Suttons Seeds in 1898; won an Award of Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society in 1901. Very early heavy-cropping variety. Excellent quality eating pea. Plants are 28-32" tall. Shell, 52-60 days. Characteristics: Excellent texture and flavor Vines grow to 32 inches Heavy cropping variety Shelling pea 52-60 day Instructions - Peas thrive in cool weather. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Seeds will germinate in 7-14 days. Double rows of peas can be planted on each side of a trellis. Direct Seed 2-3" apart Plant 1/2" deep Plant Rows 24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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Waxed Amaryllis $19.95 $24.95

Our Waxed Amaryllis, are encased in wax. There is no need to water. There is no planting involved. You simply place it on your counter in a sunny location, and just watch it grow. Waxed Amaryllis make great gifts for everyone, inlcuding those who don't have a green thumb. Select from anyone of our great options. Amaryllis is commonly used when referring to Hippeastrum. These flowers are commonly used for winter time blooms for those of us up north while our southern customers get to enjoy these in winter and in the summer. Because of the no fuss method involved, you cannot replant these. We do have lots of options available for the more traditional Amaryllis. You can find them at here Inside Winter Bulbs (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com).

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Indian Grass, Indiangrass - Prairie Native from $3.00

Indiangrass is a wonderful additional to any garden border where you need height and some drama. It can create backdrops and wind breaks for other plantings. Its giant golden seedheads provide beauty and will help feed wildlife all winter long. This is a very easy grass to get established and is beloved by birds, bees, insects, and mammals. It is native in most of the US and can be found in 44 states, it is not found in WA, OR, ID, HI, and AK. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3. Sorghastrum nutans Characteristics: Hardy to zone 3, perennial Does well in all soil types 5-7' in height with ornamenta seed heads. Erosion control plantings, forage, prairie restoration Combine with Little Bluestem for a striking companion 1g or ~300 Seeds per packet, covers 10 sq ft, 1 oz of seed will cover 300 sq ft Instructions -Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in May or June as they germinate in warm weather. You can seed earlier or later, but do make sure it is with the compansions or oats to provide cover and prevent weeds from growing. Not recommended for heavy clay. Alternatively Start Indoors late winter to early spring Sow 1/2" deep Germination 14-20 days Thin 24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Lilium Asiatic 'Matrix' (Asiatic Lily) from $6.99

Asiatic Lilies are super easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Blooms are upright and look as if they are looking up towards the sun. Our 'Matrix' Asiatic Lily will provide an abundance of red-orange blooms. Our bulbs are 5” in circumference ( 12-14 cm) which makes them some of the biggest available. USDA Zones 4-9 (Zone 3 with heavy mulch) Mid-Summer flowering Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color: Red-Orange Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, & Cut Gardens. 16” tall Shipping: We start shipping in February and finish shipping in May or when we run out of our bulbs. Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. Lilies have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring.

Spearmint Italian (True Spearmint), Heirloom $3.04 $3.39

Renee's Garden - Sweetest of all the mints, true spearmint produces scented bright green, serrated leaves all season. This Italian selection will be a crowd pleaser. Freshly harvested spearmint has a delicious aromatic perfume that accents, but doesn't overpower, many kinds of salads and cooked dishes. Enjoy the leaves whole, chopped, dried, frozen, or preserved in salt, sugar, alcohol, or sweet oil. Fresh spearmint tea is a delight and making your own Mint Juleps is a gardener’s treat! Grow only in containers, because mint spreads very quickly in the ground. (Mentha spicata) Characteristics: Heirloom Butterfly & Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Great in containers Summer/Spring/Fall harvest Frost hardy to zone 4 1200 Seeds Instructions - In early spring, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost, start seeds in a container of moistened soil mix. Sow thinly, but do not cover. Provide a good light source until ready to transplant when seedlings are large enough to handle. Grow only in containers because mint spreads rampantly by underground runners, quickly becoming a nuisance in the garden. When warm spring weather arrives, sow seeds thinly (but do not cover) in containers of pre-moistened new soil mix in full sun. Keep evenly moist but not soggy. When several inches tall, thin or transplant seedlings 6 to 8 inches apart in pots at least 16 inches across and 12 inches deep. Mint is long-lived and gets overcrowded easily. Divide plants into 4 quarters every spring, replanting 1 quarter of the original clump into a pot of fresh soil mix. Replant extra clumps in new pots or give them away. Harvest frequently to encourage new growth. Snip sprigs of leaves in the morning when the aromatic oils are strongest. Plant in March-June Full Sun Do not cover Space seeds very thinly 10-14 days to germinate Mature height: 1 foot, mounding Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Organic Stone Mountain Watermelon Heirloom Open Pollinated Seeds

Stone Mountain or Dixie Belle Watermelon, 1924 Heirloom, Organic $3.25 $3.75

We found this popular one again! It arrives in early January 2024! The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Dixie Belle) Southern favorite introduced in 1924 by Hastings Seed Company of Atlanta, Georgia. One of the most popular watermelons during the 1930s and 1940s but is now scarce. Round dark green fruits with sweet pink flesh average 30 pounds. Thick rind resists splitting, a good choice for shipping or storage. The rind is also excellent for pickling. 80-95 days. Characteristics: Organic Round fruits grow to 30 pounds Sweet, pink flesh Thick, dark green rind prevents splitting and is good for pickling 80-95 days 25 seeds This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 8' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 4 weeks before transplanting out. Watermelons love heat and prefer sandy or light-textured soils. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Organic Yugoslavian Red Lettuce Open-Pollinated Seeds

Yugoslavian Red Lettuce, Heirloom, Organic $3.45 $3.95

Yugoslavian Red Lettuce - Red-tinged leaves form loose heads that can measure up to 12" across. Cutting the head in half exposes solid green interior leaves and an almost white center. Excellent mild flavor, one of our most popular lettuces. This lettuce reigns from Slovenia and is famous for its buttery flavor. Bibb or Butterhead, 55 days. Characteristics: Organic Loose 12" heads with red-tinged leaves and green center Soft texture and mild flavor Bibb or Butterhead lettuce 55 days 250 seeds per packet, minimum 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.

Ashworth Sweet Corn, Organic $3.25 $3.75

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - An early maturing, widely adapted sweet corn with good flavor and dependability. Stalks average 5 ft. with 1-2 ears (6-7 in. long) containing 12 rows of yellow kernels per ear. Certified Organic Heirloom Especially well-suited to the South-East 50 Seeds average Open-pollinated Instructions - Sweet corn seed requires a soil temperature of 65 degrees F to germinate well, otherwise seed may rot easily due to its high sugar content. Don’t rush your first planting; wait until after the first average frost-free date. An old saying is to plant corn when oak leaves are the size of squirrel ears. For good pollination and well-filled ears, plant in blocks at least 5 rows wide. After silk has dried and turned brown, puncture the skin of a kernel with your thumbnail. If a sweet, milky juice is released (milk stage) the corn is ready for harvest. Prepare corn for eating quickly after harvest. At room temperature, harvested ears lose 50% of their sugar in 24 hours. Sow seeds 1 in. deep Rows: 36 in. apart Thin: 6-12 in. apart within rows Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Buckeye Belle - Peony, 1956 origin, lactiflora $18.00

Buckeye Belle Peony - Beautiful deep and dark crimson blossoms on strong stems. Blossom are semi-double form, early blooming. it is an American Peony Society Gold Medal winner. Check out all of our peonies - Peonies (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com) Crimson Red Blossoms 30-32" tall Blooms late spring Peonies are safe from deer and rabbits. Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora Buckeye Belle's orgin - Breeder Walter Mainz, registered in 1956. 3-5 Eye Rootstock - We try to only provide the largest rootstock for peonies for stronger roots that lead to better blooms. 2-3 eye roostock is the most common size offered and occassionally it is what we have to use, but 3-5 eyes per root is our goal. Eyes are the buds of the leaves and stems that will grow this season for you. Shipping - Ships first two weeks of May- All peonies are packed in spagnum moss or other media to ensure they make it to your garden in pristine condition. We do adjust for shipping charges as every year is slighly different in weights and sizes. We also ship the last 2 weeks of September into the 1st week of October Planting Care - Bare roots should be kept cool and in the dark until ready to plant. Peonies do not like to be planted deep and eyes should be kept no deeper than 1" below the soil surface. When possible, it is a great idea to mound your peonies above your existing garden grade to accommodate mulch. Plant no deeper than 1-2". The roots will quickly develop and anchor into the ground. Full Sun or Partial Sun is best Prefers loamy soil, can be planted in sandy or clay soils with compost amendments Give them room to grow as they don't like to be moved once established Some blooms may occur first year when planting in the spring, fall planted peonies will yield spring blooms most of the time

Organic Electron Blend Sweet William Flower

Sweet William Electron Blend Flower, 1500's Heirloom, Organic $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Sweet William has enchanted flower lovers since the 1500s. Dependable, pollinator-attracting plants provide continuous blooms of clove-scented flowers from late spring until frost. Bicolor shades of red, magenta, pink, and white make a splash in gardens, cut-flower arrangements, and salads. Yes, the petals are also edible! 18-24" tall, readily reseeds. Biennial. Organic. Easy-to-grow Hardy annual plants grow to 2-3 feet Bright blue flowers bloom throughout the season Self-seeding 25 Seeds Instructions: Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when a light frost is still possible. Will self-sow profusely. Prefers average soil and tolerates dry conditions. Good cut flower, fresh or dried seedpod. Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep Germination: 7-15 Days Thin: 8-12" Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Red Rubin Basil, Organic $3.75 $4.00

The Living Seed Company - Purple basil exudes beautiful deep purple glossy leaves, offering Italian, Thai and Mediterranean dishes a sweet color accent. Wonderful when combined in vinegar. A gorgeous herb has a similar taste profile to its green counterpart. Can be used in any recipe calling for basil and as a stunning garnish. This traditional classic Italian annual is authentic in appearance, offering a prized, spicy flavor. The purple basil reaches modest heights of 8 – 10” but can also be used ornamentally and in arrangements. This fragrant plant offers a delicious aroma and is choice for a wide range of dishes. Excellent for pesto, marinara, in soups, stews, and even tea. Enjoy this herb raw or lightly cooked. This annual is easy to grow and is known for its vigor. The glossy basil, grows uniformly, with stunning lilac flowers that attracts bees. Organic Annual plants Plants will grow to 18" Sweet, fragrant leaves 60-80 Days 150 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and 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. Sow 1/8" deep Germination 5-30 days Thin to 4-6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Night Scented Tobacco Nicotiana Flower or Woodland Tobacco $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Often called Woodland Tobacco, this self-sowing species grows to about 5' tall and is topped with 3-4" trumpet-shaped white blossoms at its crown. The flowers open in the evening and release a pleasant, sweet fragrance. Tender perennial, grown as an annual. Characteristics: Organic Tender perennial or annual plants grow to 5 feet Trumpet-shaped or tubular white blossoms Extremely fragrant opens in the evening 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Seeds do best when allowed to germinate in darkness. Plant out when the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Plants do well in average soil. May require staking. Sow 6-8 Weeks before the last frost Plant 12-15" Apart Germination 7-14 days Full Sun to Partial Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Lilium Asiatic 'Tiny Shadow' (Asiatic Lily) from $7.99 $8.99

We have them back available! Asiatic Lilies are super easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Blooms are upright and look as if they are looking up towards the sun. The Tiny Series provides countless blooms and are perfect containers. Our Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily will provide an abundance of eye catching blooms. USDA Zones 2-9 (Zone 2, 3 you should mulch to help with winter lows) Mid-Summer flowering Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color: Orange and Dark Orange Additional Information Perfect for Containers! Does well in Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, & Cut Gardens. 12-14” tall Shipping: We start shipping in February and finish shipping in May or when we run out of our bulbs. Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 4-5” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. Lilies have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring.

Organic California Wonder Pepper Heirloom Seeds

California Wonder Pepper, 1928 Heirloom, Organic $3.75 $4.00

The Living Seed Company - This heirloom bell pepper has the traditional characteristics in shape and color a traditional bell, yet this one remains being the largest open-pollinated pepper you can grow! An excellent and hearty variety that does well in long season climates and evolves from a green flesh fruit to crimson red upon maturity. This high-yielding crop grows great in container gardens and produces fruit that is 3" x 4" and 4-lobed. The sweetness of this pepper makes it ideal for eating raw or cooked, tossed in salads, stir-fry, salsa, pickling and great for stuffing, too! Organic & Open-Pollinated Strong resistance to TMV Sweet pepper 70-75 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 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

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Freesia Double Mixture from $8.99

We are allowing pre-orders for our customers who are in the south and like to plant them for early spring blooms. Typically we run out in January of the fall harvested ones and then switch to pre-orders for the year. We will ship them in late September. Freesias take about 90-100 days to bloom. Beautiful blooms adorn each plant. They bloom at a wonderful time when other plants are not at their peak. Freesias are very easy to plant and care for. We provide some of the largest bulbs in the industry which means bigger blooms for you. Bloom times differ depending if you are in Zones 9-11 or 3-8. Freesias are a tropical plant that are hardy in USDA Zones 9-11 and grown as annuals in the rest of the United States. In the zones they are hardy (9-11) you get blooms in the cooler months and they go dormant in the hotter months. They need around 110 days to bloom from planting, so if you are in Zones 3 & 4, you will need to start in pots for the best success, much like cannas. Characteristics 12-18" tall USDA Zones 9-11 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Bloom Duration: 2-4 weeks Full Sun or Partial Shade Additional Information Deer, Rodent, Rabbit and Squirrel Resistant Great for Specimen, Mass Plantings, Borders, and Cutting Gardens. Great for butterflies and other pollinators We ship Freesias all year. We recevie our stock typically in the fall but keep them chilled. Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 2” deep with the pointed end up. Space 2" apart for densely packed displays.

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Blue Jade Corn, Organic $3.25 $3.75

Not available for 2024 Seed Savers Exchange - One of the only sweet corns that can be grown in containers, the 3-foot-tall plants of this variety bear 3-6 ears. The peak time for eating is when kernels are just turning blue, but can be eaten when white or steel blue. This variety is from Dutch seedsman and Seed Savers Exchange member Kees Sahin. 70-80 days. ±185 seeds/oz Organic & Open Pollinated Sweet corn Plants grow up to 3 feet 3-6 ears per stalk White kernels mature to steel blue color Can be grown in containers 70-80 days 50 Seeds per packet 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. Direct Seed: 4" Apart Germination: 4-21 Days Rows Apart: 36-48" Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

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