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A 1500's Italian Heirloom that was a hit across Europe. When the Italians immigrated to American i the 1800's, it was brought over and became a widespread crop in America. Today California grows 80% of the nation's crop. Seedaver's Exchange - Plant this crop early…harvest it regularly…and enjoy it steamed, grilled, or sautéed! Grown for its slightly nutty, asparagus-flavored side shoots, broccoli raab (also known as rapini) is related to both broccoli and turnips but is actually closer to turnips in terms of cultivation. Large plants mature over a 1-2 week period, bearing side shoots and large, tender, abundant leaves on thin stems. 40-60 days. Organic Botnanical Name: Brassica rapa Characteristics Organic Slightly nutty, asparagus-flavored shoots Large plans mature over a 1-2 week period 40-60 days from transplant 200 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Broccoli prefers cool temperatures and a regular supply of water. In many regions it can be grown as both a spring and fall crop. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 3-10 days Plant apart 24" Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

A 1500's Italian Heirloom that was a hit across Europe. When the Italians immigrated to American i the 1800's, it was brought over and became a widespread crop in America. Today California grows 80% of the nation's crop. 
Seedaver's Exchange - Plant this crop early…harvest it regularly…and enjoy it steamed, grilled, or sautéed! Grown for its slightly nutty, asparagus-flavored side shoots, broccoli raab (also known as rapini) is related to both broccoli and turnips but is actually closer to turnips in terms of cultivation. Large plants mature over a 1-2 week period, bearing side shoots and large, tender, abundant leaves on thin stems. 40-60 days. Organic
Botnanical Name: Brassica rapa
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<li>Organic</li>
<li>Slightly nutty, asparagus-flavored shoots</li>
<li>Large plans mature over a 1-2 week period</li>
<li>40-60 days from transplant</li>
<li>200 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Broccoli prefers cool temperatures and a regular supply of water. In many regions it can be grown as both a spring and fall crop.
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
Germination 3-10 days
Plant apart 24"  
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Spring Rapini Broccoli Raab, 1500's Heirloom, Organic options available

Seedsaver's Exchange 200 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipacket 75 Seeds

Firefly Farm 200 Seeds

🎃 Australia Butter Squash (Pumpkin) The Golden Standard of Gourmet Winter Squash Experience the rich, savory history of the Southern Hemisphere with the Australia Butter Squash. This stunning heirloom is not your typical pumpkin; it is a "winter squash" in the truest sense, prized for its blocky, square-shouldered shape and a deep peach-colored skin that glows in the autumn garden. Known for its incredibly thick, dry, and fiber-free orange flesh, this squash earns its name from its texture—which becomes as smooth and rich as clarified butter when roasted. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin As the name suggests, this variety is a legendary Australian Heirloom. While it has been a staple in Australian "kitchen gardens" for generations, it made its grand debut in the United States in the early 20th century. It first began appearing in American seed catalogs in the 1930s and 40s, often marketed as a superior alternative to the standard Hubbard squash. At the time, it was hailed for its "blocky" shape, which made it easier to store on cellar shelves and more efficient to peel and slice than the warted, irregular squashes of the era. It belongs to the Cucurbita maxima species, a group of squashes known for their massive vines and incredible storage potential. For nearly a century, it has been the "secret ingredient" in award-winning pumpkin soups and holiday pies. ✨ Product Highlights Butter-Like Texture: The flesh is dense, sweet, and remarkably smooth—no stringiness or "watery" texture. Excellent Storage: One of the best keepers in the squash family; when properly cured, it can last 6 to 8 months in a cool pantry. Nutty & Sweet: Offers a complex flavor profile that hints at roasted chestnuts and sweet potato. Small Seed Cavity: Because the fruit is so blocky and the seed cavity is small, you get an exceptionally high yield of edible "meat" per squash. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Annual (Heirloom Winter Squash) Scientific Name Cucurbita maxima Growth Habit Vigorous Vining (10–15 foot vines) Days to Maturity 100–110 Days Fruit Weight 10 to 15 lbs Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) 🌱 How to Grow Australia Butter Squash 1. When to Plant:Squash are extremely sensitive to frost. Direct sow seeds outdoors only after the soil has warmed to at least 70°F. In cooler climates, you can start seeds indoors 3 weeks before the last frost using peat pots to minimize root disturbance. 2. Choosing the Spot:These are vigorous vining plants. Give them plenty of room to roam! Spacing: Plant in "hills" (2–3 seeds per mound) with mounds spaced 6–8 feet apart. Soil: They are "heavy feeders." Prepare your soil with plenty of aged compost or well-rotted manure. 3. Maintenance: Watering: Water deeply at the base of the plant, especially during dry spells. Avoid wetting the leaves to prevent powdery mildew. Mulching: Once the vines start to run, mulch the area to retain moisture and keep the heavy fruit off the bare soil. 4. Pests to Watch:Like all C. maxima varieties, keep an eye out for Squash Vine Borers and Squash Bugs. Early detection is key—check the undersides of leaves for bronze-colored eggs. 5. Harvesting & Curing: Harvest: Pick before the first hard frost once the stems have turned woody and the skin is hard enough that it cannot be pierced by a fingernail. Cure: This is the most important step! Leave the squash in a warm, dry place (80°F) for 10–14 days. This "curing" process concentrates the sugars and hardens the shell for long-term storage. 🍳 Culinary Note The Australia Butter Squash is the "chef's choice" for Pumpkin Gnocchi or Creamy Soups. Because the flesh is so dry and dense, it doesn't water down your doughs or broths. Try roasting it with a drizzle of maple syrup and a pinch of nutmeg to truly appreciate its heirloom sweetness. Garden Tip: Don't throw away the seeds! Because this variety produces large, high-quality seeds, they are excellent when toasted with a little sea salt for a healthy autumn snack. 🧂😋

<h2 id="🎃 Australia Butter Squash (Pumpkin)" data-line="0">🎃 Australia Butter Squash (Pumpkin)</h2>
The Golden Standard of Gourmet Winter Squash
Experience the rich, savory history of the Southern Hemisphere with the Australia Butter Squash. This stunning heirloom is not your typical pumpkin; it is a "winter squash" in the truest sense, prized for its blocky, square-shouldered shape and a deep peach-colored skin that glows in the autumn garden. Known for its incredibly thick, dry, and fiber-free orange flesh, this squash earns its name from its texture—which becomes as smooth and rich as clarified butter when roasted.
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin" data-line="7">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
As the name suggests, this variety is a legendary Australian Heirloom. While it has been a staple in Australian "kitchen gardens" for generations, it made its grand debut in the United States in the early 20th century.
It first began appearing in American seed catalogs in the 1930s and 40s, often marketed as a superior alternative to the standard Hubbard squash. At the time, it was hailed for its "blocky" shape, which made it easier to store on cellar shelves and more efficient to peel and slice than the warted, irregular squashes of the era. It belongs to the Cucurbita maxima species, a group of squashes known for their massive vines and incredible storage potential. For nearly a century, it has been the "secret ingredient" in award-winning pumpkin soups and holiday pies.
<hr data-line="12">
<h3 id="✨ Product Highlights" data-line="14">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
Butter-Like Texture: The flesh is dense, sweet, and remarkably smooth—no stringiness or "watery" texture.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Excellent Storage: One of the best keepers in the squash family; when properly cured, it can last 6 to 8 months in a cool pantry.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Nutty &amp; Sweet: Offers a complex flavor profile that hints at roasted chestnuts and sweet potato.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Small Seed Cavity: Because the fruit is so blocky and the seed cavity is small, you get an exceptionally high yield of edible "meat" per squash.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="20">
<h3 id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile" data-line="22">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="23">
<thead data-line="23">
<tr data-line="23">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="25">
<tr data-line="25">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual (Heirloom Winter Squash)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Cucurbita maxima</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Vigorous Vining (10–15 foot vines)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>100–110 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Fruit Weight</td>
<td>10 to 15 lbs</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="32">
<h3 id="🌱 How to Grow Australia Butter Squash" data-line="34">🌱 How to Grow Australia Butter Squash</h3>
1. When to Plant: Squash are extremely sensitive to frost. Direct sow seeds outdoors only after the soil has warmed to at least 70°F. In cooler climates, you can start seeds indoors 3 weeks before the last frost using peat pots to minimize root disturbance.
2. Choosing the Spot: These are vigorous vining plants. Give them plenty of room to roam!
<ul data-line="41">
<li data-line="41">
Spacing: Plant in "hills" (2–3 seeds per mound) with mounds spaced 6–8 feet apart.</li>
<li data-line="42">
Soil: They are "heavy feeders." Prepare your soil with plenty of aged compost or well-rotted manure.</li>
</ul>
3. Maintenance:
<ul data-line="45">
<li data-line="45">
Watering: Water deeply at the base of the plant, especially during dry spells. Avoid wetting the leaves to prevent powdery mildew.</li>
<li data-line="46">
Mulching: Once the vines start to run, mulch the area to retain moisture and keep the heavy fruit off the bare soil.</li>
</ul>
4. Pests to Watch: Like all C. maxima varieties, keep an eye out for Squash Vine Borers and Squash Bugs. Early detection is key—check the undersides of leaves for bronze-colored eggs.
5. Harvesting &amp; Curing:
<ul data-line="52">
<li data-line="52">
Harvest: Pick before the first hard frost once the stems have turned woody and the skin is hard enough that it cannot be pierced by a fingernail.</li>
<li data-line="53">
Cure: This is the most important step! Leave the squash in a warm, dry place (80°F) for 10–14 days. This "curing" process concentrates the sugars and hardens the shell for long-term storage.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="55">
<h3 id="🍳 Culinary Note" data-line="57">🍳 Culinary Note</h3>
The Australia Butter Squash is the "chef's choice" for Pumpkin Gnocchi or Creamy Soups. Because the flesh is so dry and dense, it doesn't water down your doughs or broths. Try roasting it with a drizzle of maple syrup and a pinch of nutmeg to truly appreciate its heirloom sweetness.
<blockquote data-line="60">
Garden Tip: Don't throw away the seeds! Because this variety produces large, high-quality seeds, they are excellent when toasted with a little sea salt for a healthy autumn snack. 🧂😋
</blockquote>

Australian Butter Squash, Organic options available

Firefly Farm Minipack 10  Seeds

Firefly Farm 20 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 20 Organic Seeds (NA for 2026)

Stinging Nettles (Urtica dioica) 🌿 Botanical OverviewStinging nettle is a robust, perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa. It grows 2–7 feet (60–200 cm) tall with square stems, opposite heart-shaped leaves featuring serrated edges and fine, hollow stinging hairs that inject irritants on contact (causing temporary itching and rash – wear gloves!). Growing Guide Hardiness Zones: 3–10 (very cold-hardy and drought-tolerant once established). Soil & Light: Thrives in rich, moist, nitrogen-rich soils; tolerates poor soils. Prefers partial shade but handles full sun. Sowing Seeds: Sow directly outdoors in spring or fall (scarify seeds for better germination). Germinates in 7–14 days at 50–70°F (10–21°C). Space 12–18 inches apart. Care: Low-maintenance; cut back in late summer to prevent seeding if unwanted spread occurs. Self-seeds vigorously – ideal for naturalizing wild areas. Harvest: Pick young top leaves in spring (before flowering) for culinary/medicinal use. Pro Tip: Nettles improve soil fertility as a dynamic accumulator – chop and drop leaves as mulch to release nitrogen. Garden Benefits Ecology: Host plant for butterflies (e.g., red admiral, small tortoiseshell) and attracts beneficial insects. Soil Health: Excellent compost activator; boosts microbial activity. Pest Control: Natural repellent for aphids and other pests when planted nearby. Uses & Market Appeal Category Highlights Culinary Young leaves blanched or dried for nutrient-rich soups, teas, or pesto (high in iron, vitamins A/C, minerals). Medicinal Herbal tea for allergies, hay fever, arthritis, and urinary issues (anti-inflammatory, diuretic). Other Fiber for cloth/textiles, natural green dye, livestock fodder, organic fertilizer. Shop Sell-Point "Hardy superfood plant – grow your own wild harvest! Perfect for permaculture, herbalists, and eco-gardeners." Cautions Stinging Hazard: Handle with gloves; stings fade in 1–2 hours. Cooking neutralizes hairs. Invasiveness: Can spread rapidly in ideal conditions – best for contained or wild garden edges. Contraindications: Avoid if pregnant, on blood thinners, or with kidney issues (consult a doctor).

<h2 data-line="0">Stinging Nettles (Urtica dioica) </h2>
🌿 Botanical Overview Stinging nettle is a robust, perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa. It grows 2–7 feet (60–200 cm) tall with square stems, opposite heart-shaped leaves featuring serrated edges and fine, hollow stinging hairs that inject irritants on contact (causing temporary itching and rash – wear gloves!). 
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 data-line="7" id="Growing Guide">Growing Guide</h3>
<ul data-line="8">
<li data-line="8">
Hardiness Zones: 3–10 (very cold-hardy and drought-tolerant once established).</li>
<li data-line="9">
Soil &amp; Light: Thrives in rich, moist, nitrogen-rich soils; tolerates poor soils. Prefers partial shade but handles full sun.</li>
<li data-line="10">
Sowing Seeds: Sow directly outdoors in spring or fall (scarify seeds for better germination). Germinates in 7–14 days at 50–70°F (10–21°C). Space 12–18 inches apart.</li>
<li data-line="11">
Care: Low-maintenance; cut back in late summer to prevent seeding if unwanted spread occurs. Self-seeds vigorously – ideal for naturalizing wild areas.</li>
<li data-line="12">
Harvest: Pick young top leaves in spring (before flowering) for culinary/medicinal use.</li>
</ul>
Pro Tip: Nettles improve soil fertility as a dynamic accumulator – chop and drop leaves as mulch to release nitrogen.
<hr data-line="16">
<h3 data-line="18" id="Garden Benefits">Garden Benefits</h3>
<ul data-line="19">
<li data-line="19">
Ecology: Host plant for butterflies (e.g., red admiral, small tortoiseshell) and attracts beneficial insects.</li>
<li data-line="20">
Soil Health: Excellent compost activator; boosts microbial activity.</li>
<li data-line="21">
Pest Control: Natural repellent for aphids and other pests when planted nearby.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="23">
<h3 data-line="25" id="Uses &amp; Market Appeal">Uses &amp; Market Appeal</h3>
<table data-line="26">
<thead data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<th>Category</th>
<th>Highlights</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="28">
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Culinary</td>
<td>Young leaves blanched or dried for nutrient-rich soups, teas, or pesto (high in iron, vitamins A/C, minerals).</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Medicinal</td>
<td>Herbal tea for allergies, hay fever, arthritis, and urinary issues (anti-inflammatory, diuretic).</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Other</td>
<td>Fiber for cloth/textiles, natural green dye, livestock fodder, organic fertilizer.</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Shop Sell-Point</td>
<td>"Hardy superfood plant – grow your own wild harvest! Perfect for permaculture, herbalists, and eco-gardeners."</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="33">
<h3 data-line="35" id="Cautions">Cautions</h3>
<ul data-line="36">
<li data-line="36">
Stinging Hazard: Handle with gloves; stings fade in 1–2 hours. Cooking neutralizes hairs.</li>
<li data-line="37">
Invasiveness: Can spread rapidly in ideal conditions – best for contained or wild garden edges.</li>
<li data-line="38">
Contraindications: Avoid if pregnant, on blood thinners, or with kidney issues (consult a doctor).</li>
</ul>

Stinging Nettle, An Ancient Medicine, Organic options available

The Living Seed Company 50 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Naturally Grown 100 Seeds

Firefly 100 Organic Seeds

🌻 Giant Golden Zinnia (Zinnia elegans) The Sun King of the Cutting Garden Command attention in your summer garden with the Giant Golden Zinnia. These towering titans of the flower bed produce massive, dahlia-like blooms that can reach up to 5 inches across. Drenched in a rich, warm, "24-karat" yellow, these flowers glow with an intensity that few other garden plants can match. Whether they are standing tall at the back of a border or serving as the centerpiece of a floral arrangement, these zinnias are the ultimate symbol of mid-summer abundance. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin While the wild ancestors of the zinnia were small, scrubby plants found on the dry plains of Mexico, the "Giant" varieties we love today are a product of early 20th-century American horticultural brilliance. The "Giant" strain (often associated with the California Giant series) was famously developed and refined by Bodger Seeds, Ltd. in California during the 1920s. Before this era, zinnias were often considered "common" or "coarse" flowers. Bodger’s breeding work transformed them into "dahlia-flowered" masterpieces, offering massive size and stems long enough for professional floristry. The "Golden" selection was a highlight of these early catalogs, prized for its ability to provide a "bolt of sunshine" in the garden during the hottest, driest months of August and September. ✨ Product Highlights Massive Blooms: Double and semi-double flowers reaching 4–5 inches in diameter. Sturdy, Tall Stems: Strong 3-to-4-foot stems that won't flop and are perfect for tall vases. Butterfly Magnet: A high-nectar source that is particularly attractive to Monarchs and Swallowtails. Extreme Heat Tolerance: Unlike many garden flowers, these zinnias thrive in the peak of summer heat and humidity. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Annual (Heirloom) Growth Habit Tall, Upright Height 36 to 48 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Bloom Size 4 to 5 inches wide Days to Maturity 75–90 Days 🌱 How to Grow Giant Golden Zinnias 1. Sowing the Seeds:Zinnias are incredibly easy to grow from seed. They have sensitive roots, so direct sowing is the preferred method once the soil is warm and all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. Space seeds about 6 inches apart initially, then thin to 12–15 inches apart to ensure good air circulation. 2. Soil & Water: These giants aren't picky about soil but do best in rich, well-draining garden beds. Watering: Always water at the base of the plant. Zinnia foliage is prone to powdery mildew if it stays wet, so avoid overhead sprinkling whenever possible. 3. The "Pinch" for Success:To get the most blooms from your Giant Golden Zinnia, pinch the central stem back by about 3–4 inches when the plant is roughly 12 inches tall. This feels counterintuitive, but it forces the plant to branch out, resulting in a bushier plant with many more flower stems. 4. Harvesting for Vases:Zinnias do not open much after they are cut, so wait until they are fully open. The "Wiggle Test": Grab the stem about 6 inches below the flower and give it a gentle shake. If the stem is stiff and the flower doesn't flopping around, it is ready to be cut. 🎨 Garden Design Tip For a high-impact "sunset" look, plant Giant Golden Zinnias alongside deep red varieties or purple salvia. The golden-yellow blooms provide a perfect contrast to cool-toned flowers and will remain vibrant even under the harshest summer sun. Garden Tip: Deadhead (remove faded flowers) regularly. The more you cut your zinnias, the more the plant will work to produce new, fresh blooms! ✂️

<h2 data-line="0" id="🌻 Giant Golden Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)">🌻 Giant Golden Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)</h2>
The Sun King of the Cutting Garden
Command attention in your summer garden with the Giant Golden Zinnia. These towering titans of the flower bed produce massive, dahlia-like blooms that can reach up to 5 inches across. Drenched in a rich, warm, "24-karat" yellow, these flowers glow with an intensity that few other garden plants can match. Whether they are standing tall at the back of a border or serving as the centerpiece of a floral arrangement, these zinnias are the ultimate symbol of mid-summer abundance.
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
While the wild ancestors of the zinnia were small, scrubby plants found on the dry plains of Mexico, the "Giant" varieties we love today are a product of early 20th-century American horticultural brilliance.
The "Giant" strain (often associated with the California Giant series) was famously developed and refined by Bodger Seeds, Ltd. in California during the 1920s. Before this era, zinnias were often considered "common" or "coarse" flowers. Bodger’s breeding work transformed them into "dahlia-flowered" masterpieces, offering massive size and stems long enough for professional floristry. The "Golden" selection was a highlight of these early catalogs, prized for its ability to provide a "bolt of sunshine" in the garden during the hottest, driest months of August and September.
<hr data-line="12">
<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
Massive Blooms: Double and semi-double flowers reaching 4–5 inches in diameter.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Sturdy, Tall Stems: Strong 3-to-4-foot stems that won't flop and are perfect for tall vases.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Butterfly Magnet: A high-nectar source that is particularly attractive to Monarchs and Swallowtails.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Extreme Heat Tolerance: Unlike many garden flowers, these zinnias thrive in the peak of summer heat and humidity.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="20">
<h3 data-line="22" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="23">
<thead data-line="23">
<tr data-line="23">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="25">
<tr data-line="25">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual (Heirloom)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Tall, Upright</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Height</td>
<td>36 to 48 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Bloom Size</td>
<td>4 to 5 inches wide</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>75–90 Days</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="32">
<h3 data-line="34" id="🌱 How to Grow Giant Golden Zinnias">🌱 How to Grow Giant Golden Zinnias</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Zinnias are incredibly easy to grow from seed. They have sensitive roots, so direct sowing is the preferred method once the soil is warm and all danger of frost has passed.
<ul data-line="38">
<li data-line="38">Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="39">Space seeds about 6 inches apart initially, then thin to 12–15 inches apart to ensure good air circulation.</li>
</ul>
2. Soil &amp; Water:
<ul data-line="42">
<li data-line="42">These giants aren't picky about soil but do best in rich, well-draining garden beds.</li>
<li data-line="43">
Watering: Always water at the base of the plant. Zinnia foliage is prone to powdery mildew if it stays wet, so avoid overhead sprinkling whenever possible.</li>
</ul>
3. The "Pinch" for Success: To get the most blooms from your Giant Golden Zinnia, pinch the central stem back by about 3–4 inches when the plant is roughly 12 inches tall. This feels counterintuitive, but it forces the plant to branch out, resulting in a bushier plant with many more flower stems.
4. Harvesting for Vases: Zinnias do not open much after they are cut, so wait until they are fully open.
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The "Wiggle Test": Grab the stem about 6 inches below the flower and give it a gentle shake. If the stem is stiff and the flower doesn't flopping around, it is ready to be cut.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="54" id="🎨 Garden Design Tip">🎨 Garden Design Tip</h3>
For a high-impact "sunset" look, plant Giant Golden Zinnias alongside deep red varieties or purple salvia. The golden-yellow blooms provide a perfect contrast to cool-toned flowers and will remain vibrant even under the harshest summer sun.
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Garden Tip: Deadhead (remove faded flowers) regularly. The more you cut your zinnias, the more the plant will work to produce new, fresh blooms! ✂️
</blockquote>

Golden Yellow Zinnia, Organic options available

High Mowing Organics Seed Packet

Firefly Farm 1g  (~90-100 Seeds)

Firefly Farm 10g (1000 Seeds)

Tete-a-Tete Daffodils cannot help to be cheerful. Bright yellow blossoms awaken from winter's sleep and will quickly draw your eye to them in your gardens. Be sure to place these where you will be able to enjoy their blooms from the warmth of your house or on early spring strolls in your garden. Plus you do not have to worry about protecting them from deer, rabbits or other pests. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Early Season flowering (early March to early May) Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 12” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 6-12" apart. You can plant close to trees since they popup before most trees leaf out. Shipping Information: Ships starting in September

Tete-a-Tete Daffodils cannot help to be cheerful. Bright yellow blossoms awaken from winter's sleep and will quickly draw your eye to them in your gardens. Be sure to place these where you will be able to enjoy their blooms from the warmth of your house or on early spring strolls in your garden.  
Plus you do not have to worry about protecting them from deer, rabbits or other pests. 
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8 </li>
<li>Early Season flowering (early March to early May) </li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 2 weeks </li>
<li>Cold Hardy </li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Additional Information
Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 12” tall
<ul></ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 6-12" apart. You can plant close to trees since they popup before most trees leaf out. 
Shipping Information:
<ul>
<li>Ships starting in September</li>
</ul>

Tete-a-Tete Daffodil, Miniature Daffodil (Early Season Flowering)

Pink Charm Daffodils are mid to late bloomers. They hold up well to many types of weather. Their white hoods and pink trumpets are fun to see esepcially on sunny days. Planting and Maintenance Information: Plant in Fall Soil Temperature must be 55 F or below The minimum cold frame of 6 weeks to root properly Narcissi Large Cupped 'Pink Charm' Features: Deer, rodent, and rabbit resistant Pollinator-friendly Will naturalize for many years if the foliage is allowed to die back properly Excellent for the South Blooms in Early - Mid Spring We ship starting in mid-September.

Pink Charm Daffodils are mid to late bloomers. They hold up well to many types of weather. Their white hoods and pink trumpets are fun to see esepcially on sunny days. 
<meta charset="utf-8"> Planting and Maintenance Information: 
<ul>
<li>Plant in Fall </li>
<li>Soil Temperature must be 55 F or below </li>
<li>The minimum cold frame of 6 weeks to root properly </li>
</ul>
Narcissi Large Cupped 'Pink Charm' Features: 
<ul>
<li>Deer, rodent, and rabbit resistant </li>
<li>Pollinator-friendly </li>
<li>Will naturalize for many years if the foliage is allowed to die back properly </li>
<li>Excellent for the South </li>
<li>Blooms in Early - Mid Spring </li>
</ul>
We ship starting in mid-September.

Large Cupped 'Pink Charm' Daffodil

Strike is one of our most popular varieties. We offer it a variety of ways including grown at Firefly in our heirloom gardens. We love it for a huge harvest upfront and then keeps providing for 4 more weeks. It High Mowing Organic Seeds - Strike it rich with heavy harvests ideal for processing or freezing. Stringless, smooth beans are medium green in color. The strike is known for its concentrated pod set; great for canning. Widely adapted, disease-resistant variety. White seeds. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Suitable for mechanical harvest 5-6" pods Instructions - Beans only require average fertility and prefer pH in the 6.0 - 6.8 range. Choose well-drained, warm soils and use inoculants to increase yields where natural Rhizobia populations are low. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-95°F. Beans are particularly sensitive to cool soils and are prone to rot if temperatures are below 55°F. Harvest early and often to increase yields. Remove oversized beans to maintain pod production. Beans are ready for storage when the seed coat can not be dented by a fingernail. Store beans in a cool dry place. Sow 1-2" Deep Space 6" apart in rows; use single or double rows with 12" between, and 4' center beds with trellis in the middle Days to maturity are from direct seeding after all danger of frost has passed Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Strike is one of our most popular varieties. We offer it a variety of ways including grown at Firefly in our heirloom gardens.  We love it for a huge harvest upfront and then keeps providing for 4 more weeks. It 
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Strike it rich with heavy harvests ideal for processing or freezing.
Stringless, smooth beans are medium green in color. The strike is known for its concentrated pod set; great for canning. Widely adapted, disease-resistant variety. White seeds.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated </li>
<li>Suitable for mechanical harvest </li>
<li>5-6" pods </li>
</ul>
Instructions - 
Beans only require average fertility and prefer pH in the 6.0 - 6.8 range. Choose well-drained, warm soils and use inoculants to increase yields where natural Rhizobia populations are low. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-95°F. Beans are particularly sensitive to cool soils and are prone to rot if temperatures are below 55°F. 
 
Harvest early and often to increase yields. Remove oversized beans to maintain pod production. Beans are ready for storage when the seed coat can not be dented by a fingernail. Store beans in a cool dry place. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1-2" Deep</li>
<li>Space 6" apart in rows; use single or double rows with 12" between, and 4' center beds with trellis in the middle </li>
<li>Days to maturity are from direct seeding after all danger of frost has passed </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Strike Bush Bean, Organic options available

Firefly Farm - 1 oz of seed (grown at Firefly)

Firefly Farm - 1oz of Organic Seed

High Mowing - 1oz of Organic seed

🥗 Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) The "Red of Winter" French Heirloom Add a touch of Parisian elegance and legendary resilience to your garden with Rouge d'Hiver. This stunning Romaine (Cos) lettuce is famous for its broad, buttery leaves that transition from a vibrant green at the base to a deep, burnished mahogany-red at the tips. While most lettuces flee at the first sign of frost, Rouge d'Hiver lives up to its name, thriving in the cold and providing fresh, gourmet salads long after other varieties have faded. 📜 Historical Heritage: A French Legacy The story of Rouge d'Hiver (literally translated as "Red of Winter") begins in the historic market gardens of France. It is a pre-1885 heirloom that was famously documented in the seminal horticultural text The Vegetable Garden (1885) by the legendary French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux. Historically, it was bred specifically for the European "winter market." French gardeners perfected this variety to be grown under "cloches" (glass bells) or in cold frames during the damp, chilly winters of Paris and the surrounding countryside. Because of its incredible ability to withstand frost without losing its sweet, non-bitter flavor, it became the gold standard for fresh greens in the off-season. Today, it remains a favorite of "Slow Food" enthusiasts and market gardeners for its vintage pedigree and unparalleled cold tolerance. ✨ Product Highlights Exceptional Cold Hardiness: One of the most frost-tolerant lettuces available; it can often survive temperatures as low as 15–20°F with minimal protection. Gourmet Flavor & Texture: Unlike the stiff, fibrous Romaine found in grocery stores, Rouge d'Hiver is remarkably tender with a sweet, buttery crunch. Visual Showstopper: The deep bronze-red tips provide a stunning color contrast in salads and look beautiful as an ornamental border in the garden. Versatile Harvest: Can be harvested as "baby greens" in just 4 weeks or allowed to mature into full, semi-open heads. Bolt Resistant: While it loves the cold, it is surprisingly slow to bolt (go to seed) when the temperatures begin to rise in late spring. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Type Heirloom Romaine (Cos) Days to Maturity 30 (Baby) / 60 (Full Head) Color Green with Bronze-Red tips Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Hardiness Excellent Cold Tolerance Growth Habit Semi-open, upright head 🌱 How to Grow Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce 1. Sowing the Seeds:Lettuce seeds are small and prefer cool soil to germinate. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for a fall/winter harvest. Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep. Tip: Lettuce seeds require light to stimulate germination; do not bury them deeply. Just a light dusting of soil or vermiculite is perfect. 2. The Perfect Location:Rouge d'Hiver thrives in rich, moist, well-draining soil. In the heat of summer, it appreciates Partial Shade to keep the leaves cool and sweet. In the fall and winter, plant it in the brightest spot available to maximize light absorption. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart for full heads, or sow thickly for "cut-and-come-again" baby greens. Watering: Lettuce has shallow roots. Keep the soil consistently moist. If the soil dries out, the leaves can become bitter. Mulching: A thin layer of straw or compost around the plants will keep the roots cool and prevent soil from splashing onto the leaves. 🍴 Culinary Inspiration The broad, sturdy leaves of Rouge d'Hiver are perfect for wraps and tacos. Because of its Romaine heritage, it holds up beautifully to heavier dressings like Caesar or creamy balsamic. For a truly French experience, toss the leaves with a simple vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, shallots, and walnut oil. Garden Tip: If you are expecting a hard freeze, cover your Rouge d'Hiver with a simple frost blanket or a clear plastic tunnel. You’ll be amazed to find perfectly crisp, red-tipped leaves ready for harvest even when the rest of the garden is sleeping! ❄️🇫🇷🥗

<h2 data-line="0" id="🥗 Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)">🥗 Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)</h2>
The "Red of Winter" French Heirloom
Add a touch of Parisian elegance and legendary resilience to your garden with Rouge d'Hiver. This stunning Romaine (Cos) lettuce is famous for its broad, buttery leaves that transition from a vibrant green at the base to a deep, burnished mahogany-red at the tips. While most lettuces flee at the first sign of frost, Rouge d'Hiver lives up to its name, thriving in the cold and providing fresh, gourmet salads long after other varieties have faded.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage: A French Legacy">📜 Historical Heritage: A French Legacy</h3>
The story of Rouge d'Hiver (literally translated as "Red of Winter") begins in the historic market gardens of France. It is a pre-1885 heirloom that was famously documented in the seminal horticultural text The Vegetable Garden (1885) by the legendary French seed house Vilmorin-Andrieux.
Historically, it was bred specifically for the European "winter market." French gardeners perfected this variety to be grown under "cloches" (glass bells) or in cold frames during the damp, chilly winters of Paris and the surrounding countryside. Because of its incredible ability to withstand frost without losing its sweet, non-bitter flavor, it became the gold standard for fresh greens in the off-season. Today, it remains a favorite of "Slow Food" enthusiasts and market gardeners for its vintage pedigree and unparalleled cold tolerance.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Exceptional Cold Hardiness: One of the most frost-tolerant lettuces available; it can often survive temperatures as low as 15–20°F with minimal protection.</li>
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Gourmet Flavor &amp; Texture: Unlike the stiff, fibrous Romaine found in grocery stores, Rouge d'Hiver is remarkably tender with a sweet, buttery crunch.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Visual Showstopper: The deep bronze-red tips provide a stunning color contrast in salads and look beautiful as an ornamental border in the garden.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Versatile Harvest: Can be harvested as "baby greens" in just 4 weeks or allowed to mature into full, semi-open heads.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Bolt Resistant: While it loves the cold, it is surprisingly slow to bolt (go to seed) when the temperatures begin to rise in late spring.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="24">
<thead data-line="24">
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<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Type</td>
<td>Heirloom Romaine (Cos)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>30 (Baby) / 60 (Full Head)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Color</td>
<td>Green with Bronze-Red tips</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Hardiness</td>
<td>Excellent Cold Tolerance</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Semi-open, upright head</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce">🌱 How to Grow Rouge d'Hiver Lettuce</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Lettuce seeds are small and prefer cool soil to germinate.
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<li data-line="39">
When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for a fall/winter harvest.</li>
<li data-line="40">
Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="41">
Tip: Lettuce seeds require light to stimulate germination; do not bury them deeply. Just a light dusting of soil or vermiculite is perfect.</li>
</ul>
2. The Perfect Location: Rouge d'Hiver thrives in rich, moist, well-draining soil. In the heat of summer, it appreciates Partial Shade to keep the leaves cool and sweet. In the fall and winter, plant it in the brightest spot available to maximize light absorption.
3. Maintenance:
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<li data-line="47">
Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart for full heads, or sow thickly for "cut-and-come-again" baby greens.</li>
<li data-line="48">
Watering: Lettuce has shallow roots. Keep the soil consistently moist. If the soil dries out, the leaves can become bitter.</li>
<li data-line="49">
Mulching: A thin layer of straw or compost around the plants will keep the roots cool and prevent soil from splashing onto the leaves.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="51">
<h3 data-line="53" id="🍴 Culinary Inspiration">🍴 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
The broad, sturdy leaves of Rouge d'Hiver are perfect for wraps and tacos. Because of its Romaine heritage, it holds up beautifully to heavier dressings like Caesar or creamy balsamic. For a truly French experience, toss the leaves with a simple vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, shallots, and walnut oil.
<blockquote data-line="56">
Garden Tip: If you are expecting a hard freeze, cover your Rouge d'Hiver with a simple frost blanket or a clear plastic tunnel. You’ll be amazed to find perfectly crisp, red-tipped leaves ready for harvest even when the rest of the garden is sleeping! ❄️🇫🇷🥗
</blockquote>

Rouge D'Hiver Lettuce, 1840 French Heirloom, Organic, Ark of the Taste Variety

Firefly Farm Minipacks (0.125 g) ~100 Seeds

Firefly Farm Organic Seed 0.875g (~700 Seeds)

High Mowing Organic Seed 0.875g (~700 Seeds)

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Heinz 1350 VF - (Determinate) Developed by the H. J. Heinz,Round 4-6 oz fruits are uniform-ripening, and have good crack resistance. A productive garden variety with concentrated fruit set, and an excellent processing tomato for canning or cooking. Widely adapted, good for salad use too Wide Range of Disease Resistance Organic & Open-Pollinated Determinate 4-6 oz fruit 75 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Heinz 1350 VF - (Determinate) Developed by the H. J. Heinz,Round 4-6 oz fruits are uniform-ripening, and have good crack resistance. A productive garden variety with concentrated fruit set, and an excellent processing tomato for canning or cooking. Widely adapted, good for salad use too
<ul>
<li>Wide Range of Disease Resistance</li>
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Determinate</li>
<li>4-6 oz fruit</li>
<li>75 Days</li>
<li>40-50 Seeds per Packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost</li>
<li>Germination 7-14 days</li>
<li>Plant apart 24-36" </li>
<li>Plants need trellising or staking</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Heinz 1350 VF Tomato 1963 Heirloom, Organic

Firefly Farm Mini Packet - 10 Seeds

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - ~35 Organic Seeds

Pueblo Daffodils are an early bloomer, often waking up with snow on the ground and start blooming right as the warmth of spring starts happening. White and yellow blossoms awaken from winter's sleep and will quickly draw your eye to them in your gardens. Be sure to place these where you will be able to enjoy their blooms from the warmth of your house or on early spring strolls in your garden. Plus you do not have to worry about protecting them from deer, rabbits or other pests. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Early Season flowering (early March to early May) Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 12” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 6-12" apart. You can plant close to trees since they popup before most trees leaf out. Shipping Information: Ships starting in September

Pueblo Daffodils are an early bloomer, often waking up with snow on the ground and start blooming right as the warmth of spring starts happening. 
White and yellow blossoms awaken from winter's sleep and will quickly draw your eye to them in your gardens. Be sure to place these where you will be able to enjoy their blooms from the warmth of your house or on early spring strolls in your garden.  
Plus you do not have to worry about protecting them from deer, rabbits or other pests. 
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8 </li>
<li>Early Season flowering (early March to early May) </li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 2 weeks </li>
<li>Cold Hardy </li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Additional Information
Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 12” tall
<ul></ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 6-12" apart. You can plant close to trees since they popup before most trees leaf out. 
Shipping Information:
<ul>
<li>Ships starting in September</li>
</ul>

Pueblo Daffodil, Miniature Daffodil(Early Season Flowering)

Legend Tomato - This is a fantastic slicer and is almost always blemish free. It does a very good job of resisting blight in our valley gardens and provides fruit right until frost when we do late plantings. The fruit is juicy and sweet. We love them for sandwiches and salads! The downside is they are q determinate so if you want a steady supply, it is best to do 2 or 3 or waves of them ir just get all your canning out of the way at one time. Non-GMO & Open Pollinated 3-5" fruits Juicy and sweet Excellent for fresh eating and canning Determinate 60-70 days from Bred and released by Oregon State University Dr. Jim Baggett. Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/8" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Legend Tomato - This is a fantastic slicer and is almost always blemish free. It does a very good job of resisting blight in our valley gardens and provides fruit right until frost when we do late plantings. The fruit is juicy and sweet. We love them for sandwiches and salads! The downside is they are q determinate so if you want a steady supply, it is best to do 2 or 3 or waves of them ir just get all your canning out of the way at one time. 
<ul>
<li>Non-GMO &amp; Open Pollinated</li>
<li>3-5" fruits</li>
<li>Juicy and sweet</li>
<li>Excellent for fresh eating and canning</li>
<li>Determinate</li>
<li>60-70 days from</li>
</ul>
Bred and released by Oregon State University Dr. Jim Baggett.
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/8" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost</li>
<li>Germination 7-14 days</li>
<li>Plant apart 24-36" </li>
<li>Plants need trellising or staking</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Legend Tomato

Firefly Farm - 25 Seeds (Grown at Firefly)

The Living Seed Company - 25 Seeds

Firefly Farm - 10 Seeds (Grown at Firefly)

Seedsavers is Bringing Back a Medieval Heirloom! Seed Saver Exchange - Munching on the Lunar White Carrots will have your thinking what medival kings and queens ate this. Probably few tried it as it was a common food source for cattle at that time. I am sure the common folk had it regularly and its mild carrot but sweet flavor will be a hit at your table. White Carrot Sweet and Mild 100 days ±250 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors before 3-4 weeks of last frost or soil can be worked, and sow a few times throughout the growing seasons. Plant 1/2" apart Plant 1/4" Deep Plant Rows 16-24" apart Thin 2-4" Apart

Seedsavers is Bringing Back a Medieval Heirloom!  
Seed Saver Exchange - Munching on the Lunar White Carrots will have your thinking what medival kings and queens ate this.  Probably few tried it as it was a common food source for cattle at that time. I am sure the common folk had it regularly and its mild carrot but sweet flavor will be a hit at your table. 
<ul>
<li>White Carrot</li>
<li>Sweet and Mild 
</li>
<li>100 days</li>
<li>±250 seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors before 3-4  weeks of last frost or soil can be worked, and sow a few times throughout the growing seasons. 
<ul>
<li>Plant 1/2" apart</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" Deep</li>
<li>Plant Rows 16-24" apart</li>
<li>Thin 2-4" Apart</li>
</ul>

Lunar White Carrot, 1600's Heirloom

Seedsaver's Exchange 250 Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack 75 Seeds

Firefly Farm 250 Seeds

🧅 Valencia Onion (Spanish Sweet) The Giant of the Mediterranean If you are looking for an onion that combines impressive size with a mild, sugary flavor, the Valencia Onion (often called the "Sweet Spanish") is the gold standard. Known for producing massive, globe-shaped bulbs that can easily reach a pound or more, this heirloom is a staple for gardeners who want "hamburger-sized" slices and a crunch that won't overpower the palate. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin As the name suggests, this heirloom variety traces its ancestry to the fertile coastal plains of Valencia, Spain. For centuries, Spanish farmers selected for onions that were larger and sweeter than the pungent, long-storing "cooking onions" of Northern Europe. The Valencia type was introduced to the United States in the late 19th century and quickly became the parent stock for many "Spanish Sweet" varieties we see today. It was prized by homesteaders because it bridged the gap between different climates; while many onions are strictly "short-day" (Southern) or "long-day" (Northern), the Valencia is a versatile Intermediate-day onion. This means it is highly adaptable and can be grown successfully in almost any region of the country. Historical Note:First introduced to American gardeners in the late 1880s, the Valencia Onion was a horticultural sensation. In 1894, famed seedsman Peter Henderson noted that these were the same "magnificent" sweet onions once found only at elite city fruit stands, imported at great cost from Spain. By bringing these seeds to the home gardener, the Valencia variety allowed everyone to grow "hamburger-sized" onions that were previously a luxury. They also went by the names The Prizetaker, Spanish King, Giant Yellow Spanish and Denia Onions. ✨ Product Highlights Mild & Sweet: Very low pungency, making it the perfect choice for eating raw on sandwiches, in salads, or as blooming onions. Colossal Size: With proper spacing and fertility, these bulbs can grow to be 4–6 inches in diameter. Beautiful Aesthetics: Features thin, papery skins in a shimmering straw-yellow or golden-bronze hue. Adaptable: One of the most reliable "all-region" onions available to the home gardener. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Annual / Biennial (Heirloom) Onion Type Intermediate-day (Adaptable to most latitudes) Bulb Size 4 to 6 inches (up to 1 lb+) Days to Maturity 110–120 Days Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Storage Potential Short to Medium (Best used within 3–4 months) 🌱 How to Grow Valencia Onions 1. Starting from Seed:Onions have a long runway. Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before the last frost. Sow thinly in flats and keep the tops trimmed to about 3 inches to encourage strong root development before transplanting. 2. Transplanting:Move seedlings to the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring. They are frost-hardy! Space plants 4–6 inches apart. If you want truly giant onions, give them the full 6 inches of space to expand. 3. Soil & Water: The "Heavy Feeder": Onions require rich soil. Amend your bed with plenty of compost or a nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer at planting. Consistent Moisture: Onions have shallow roots. Do not let the soil dry out completely, or the bulbs will stop growing and become more pungent. 4. Weed Control:Onions do not compete well with weeds. Keep the area around your Valencia onions meticulously clean. Use mulch (like straw) to suppress weeds and retain moisture. 5. Harvesting & Curing: The Signal: When the green tops turn yellow and fall over, the onions are ready. The Cure: Pull the bulbs and let them dry in a shaded, airy spot (like a porch or garage) for 2–3 weeks until the necks are completely dry and the outer skins are papery. Garden Tip: For the absolute sweetest flavor, harvest your Valencia onions "green" (before the skins dry) and eat them fresh from the garden. While they don't store as long as pungent storage onions, their flavor is unparalleled in mid-summer! 🍔

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The Giant of the Mediterranean
If you are looking for an onion that combines impressive size with a mild, sugary flavor, the Valencia Onion (often called the "Sweet Spanish") is the gold standard. Known for producing massive, globe-shaped bulbs that can easily reach a pound or more, this heirloom is a staple for gardeners who want "hamburger-sized" slices and a crunch that won't overpower the palate.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
As the name suggests, this heirloom variety traces its ancestry to the fertile coastal plains of Valencia, Spain. For centuries, Spanish farmers selected for onions that were larger and sweeter than the pungent, long-storing "cooking onions" of Northern Europe.
The Valencia type was introduced to the United States in the late 19th century and quickly became the parent stock for many "Spanish Sweet" varieties we see today. It was prized by homesteaders because it bridged the gap between different climates; while many onions are strictly "short-day" (Southern) or "long-day" (Northern), the Valencia is a versatile Intermediate-day onion. This means it is highly adaptable and can be grown successfully in almost any region of the country.
Historical Note: First introduced to American gardeners in the late 1880s, the Valencia Onion was a horticultural sensation. In 1894, famed seedsman Peter Henderson noted that these were the same "magnificent" sweet onions once found only at elite city fruit stands, imported at great cost from Spain. By bringing these seeds to the home gardener, the Valencia variety allowed everyone to grow "hamburger-sized" onions that were previously a luxury. They also went by the names The Prizetaker, Spanish King, Giant Yellow Spanish and Denia Onions. 
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Mild &amp; Sweet: Very low pungency, making it the perfect choice for eating raw on sandwiches, in salads, or as blooming onions.</li>
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Colossal Size: With proper spacing and fertility, these bulbs can grow to be 4–6 inches in diameter.</li>
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Beautiful Aesthetics: Features thin, papery skins in a shimmering straw-yellow or golden-bronze hue.</li>
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Adaptable: One of the most reliable "all-region" onions available to the home gardener.</li>
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<h3 data-line="22" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
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<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual / Biennial (Heirloom)</td>
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<td>Onion Type</td>
<td>Intermediate-day (Adaptable to most latitudes)</td>
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<td>Bulb Size</td>
<td>4 to 6 inches (up to 1 lb+)</td>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>110–120 Days</td>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
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<td>Storage Potential</td>
<td>Short to Medium (Best used within 3–4 months)</td>
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<h3 data-line="34" id="🌱 How to Grow Valencia Onions">🌱 How to Grow Valencia Onions</h3>
1. Starting from Seed: Onions have a long runway. Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before the last frost. Sow thinly in flats and keep the tops trimmed to about 3 inches to encourage strong root development before transplanting.
2. Transplanting: Move seedlings to the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring. They are frost-hardy! Space plants 4–6 inches apart. If you want truly giant onions, give them the full 6 inches of space to expand.
3. Soil &amp; Water:
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The "Heavy Feeder": Onions require rich soil. Amend your bed with plenty of compost or a nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer at planting.</li>
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Consistent Moisture: Onions have shallow roots. Do not let the soil dry out completely, or the bulbs will stop growing and become more pungent.</li>
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4. Weed Control: Onions do not compete well with weeds. Keep the area around your Valencia onions meticulously clean. Use mulch (like straw) to suppress weeds and retain moisture.
5. Harvesting &amp; Curing:
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The Signal: When the green tops turn yellow and fall over, the onions are ready.</li>
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The Cure: Pull the bulbs and let them dry in a shaded, airy spot (like a porch or garage) for 2–3 weeks until the necks are completely dry and the outer skins are papery.</li>
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Garden Tip: For the absolute sweetest flavor, harvest your Valencia onions "green" (before the skins dry) and eat them fresh from the garden. While they don't store as long as pungent storage onions, their flavor is unparalleled in mid-summer! 🍔
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Valencia Onion, Day-Neutral, Organic

Highmowing 1/64th oz Organic Seeds (100 Seeds)

Firefly Minipacket 50 Seeds

Seed Exposure Seed Exchange - Chinese Five Color Peppers start our purple and then mature to light yellow, yellow, orange and finally red as they mature. Lovely ornamental hot pepper with a stunning palette of bright fruit colors all present at the same time. Foliage is green with purple veins and purple blush on some leaves. 48 in. tall plants bear upright conical fruits ¾ x 1½ in. An arresting ornamental with hot fiery fruits. Pkt. Organic Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches Plants grow to 4' tall Medium hot pepper 70-90 days from transplant .2 grams or ~60 seed 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

Seed Exposure Seed Exchange - Chinese Five Color Peppers start our purple and then mature to light yellow, yellow, orange and finally red as they mature. 
Lovely ornamental hot pepper with a stunning palette of bright fruit colors all present at the same time. Foliage is green with purple veins and purple blush on some leaves. 48 in. tall plants bear upright conical fruits ¾ x 1½ in. An arresting ornamental with hot fiery fruits. Pkt.
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<li>Organic</li>
<li>Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches</li>
<li>Plants grow to 4' tall</li>
<li>Medium hot pepper</li>
<li>70-90 days from transplant</li>
<li>.2 grams or ~60 seed</li>
</ul>
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.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Chinese Five Color Pepper (Hot), Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange ~50 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack - 12 Seeds

Cobra Pole Bean - 1931 French Heirloom. Grows 6-7' in a season, has light purple flowers and we harvest beans between 6-8" long during the season. This is best as a snap bean so keep harvesting to prevent them from getting too big. It is similar to Seedsaver's Exchange Climbing French which we also grow every few years but is a bit more round vs a flatter bean. We love French style pole beans and Cobra does well for us. It took about 2-3 seasons for the beans to really adapt to our zone 4 climate. They are good for producing in the latter half of summer. Pick while thin and young as they do get a string as they mature and become a little tougher. But while thin, they are tender, crisp and juicy. Cobra can be found in European gardens. Excellent for fresh eating Snap bean Lilac flowers Pole habit 65-75 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 4" apart and thin to 8" Planting Depth 1" Trellis Rows 36-48" apart

Cobra Pole Bean - 1931 French Heirloom. Grows 6-7' in a season, has light purple flowers and we harvest beans between 6-8" long during the season. This is best as a snap bean so keep harvesting to prevent them from getting too big. It is similar to Seedsaver's Exchange Climbing French which we also grow every few years but is a bit more round vs a flatter bean. 
We love French style pole beans and Cobra does well for us. It took about 2-3 seasons for the beans to really adapt to our zone 4 climate. They are good for producing in the latter half of summer. Pick while thin and young as they do get a string as they mature and become a little tougher. But while thin, they are tender, crisp and juicy. Cobra can be found in European gardens.
<ul>
<li>Excellent for fresh eating</li>
<li>Snap bean</li>
<li>Lilac flowers</li>
<li>Pole habit</li>
<li>65-75 days</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
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<li>Direct Seed 4" apart and thin to 8"</li>
<li>Planting Depth 1"</li>
<li>Trellis</li>
<li>Rows 36-48" apart</li>
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Cobra Bean, 1931 French Heirloom (Pole)

Firefly Farm Minipack - 10 Seeds (Grown at Firefly Farm)

Firefly Farm - 25 Seeds (Grown at Firefly Farm)

Living Seed Company - 40 Seeds

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 when the ground can be worked, best to sow in fall and let nature care for the cold stratification. 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 but should be cold stratified for at least 60 days. Germination: 3-4 weeks after a several month period of cold stratification. Plant Outdoors: 8-10” Apart Light: Full Sun

Firefly Farm &amp; 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 &amp; 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
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<li>Perennial</li>
<li>Full sun to partial shade is optimal</li>
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Instructions:
Sow seeds outdoors when the ground can be worked, best to sow in fall and let nature care for the cold stratification.  Columbine prefers well-drained average soil. Water regularly, keeping leaves dry. Remove spent blossoms frequently to prolong blooming.
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<li>Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost but should be cold stratified for at least 60 days.</li>
<li>Germination: 3-4 weeks after a several month period of cold stratification. </li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 8-10” Apart</li>
<li>Light: Full Sun</li>
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Eastern Red Columbine, Native Flower

Packet - .25g or ~250 Seeds

1/2 oz of ~10000 Seeds

1 oz or ~20000 Seeds

Spotted Joe Pye Weed is a one often preferred for gardnes that its relative, Joe Pye Weed, as it is half the size coming up 4-6'. It loves the moist to wet soils inlcuding clay, loam or sand. It is one again that is underserving of weed in its name as its not aggressvie in seeding out. It does grow into large clumps that are able to be divided depsite the deep roots it sends out. This is a must for any butterfly, pollinator or wildlife garden as it attracts numerous amounts of butteflies, bees and pollinators. Bumblebees will use this for cover so if you are workign on helping rare bumblee species, this is a good plant that should be part of your plan. It's native range is the Midwest, but due to its non-aggressive nature it has been introduced in gardens and restoration projects across much of the the United States. Most gardeners will divide this to increase its numbers or collect seed to moist stratify. Botanical Names: Eutrochium maculatum USDA Zones 3-7, some success to zones 8 Mid-Summer flowering 6' stalks Bloom Duration: All Summer Cold Hardy Full Sun (some partial sun is ok) 1 packet will cover 50 sq ft, 1/2 oz covers 1000 ft Bloom Color: Red-Pink Key Planting Tips Instructions: Germination is increased by a 30- day cold treatment in slightly damp paper towels in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Seed can also be directly sown into a prepared seedbed in fall, or in early- to mid-spring. Requires a rich loam, clay, or slightly moist sandy soil. Alternatively Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before planting out or direct sow after treating the seeds or in early spring or late fall Germination: 20-25 Days Plant Outdoors: 2-3' Apart Light: Full Sun to partial sun

<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Spotted Joe Pye Weed is a one often preferred for gardnes that its relative, Joe Pye Weed, as it is half the size coming up 4-6'.  It loves the moist to wet soils inlcuding clay, loam or sand.  It is one again that is underserving of weed in its name as its not aggressvie in seeding out. It does grow into large clumps that are able to be divided depsite the deep roots it sends out.  
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">This is a must for any butterfly, pollinator or wildlife garden as it attracts numerous amounts of butteflies, bees and pollinators. Bumblebees will use this for cover so if you are workign on helping rare bumblee species, this is a good plant that should be part of your plan.  
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">It's native range is the Midwest, but due to its non-aggressive nature it has been introduced in gardens and restoration projects across much of the the United States.  Most gardeners will divide this to increase its numbers or collect seed to moist stratify. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Botanical Names: Eutrochium maculatum
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<li>USDA Zones 3-7, some success to zones 8</li>
<li>Mid-Summer flowering </li>
<li>6' stalks </li>
<li>Bloom Duration: All Summer</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun (some partial sun is ok)</li>
<li>1 packet will cover 50 sq ft, 1/2 oz covers  1000 ft</li>
</ul>
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<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Instructions: Germination is increased by a 30- day cold treatment in slightly damp paper towels in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Seed can also be directly sown into a prepared seedbed in fall, or in early- to mid-spring. Requires a rich loam, clay, or slightly moist sandy soil. 
Alternatively Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before planting out or direct sow after treating the seeds or in early spring or late fall 
<ul>
<li>Germination: 20-25 Days</li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 2-3' Apart</li>
<li>Light: Full Sun to partial sun</li>
</ul>
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Free Gift When Ordering $25, Tell us or Let us Choose - Dahlia Luminoso, 10 German Pink Heirloom Tomato Seeds, OR Spotted Joe Pye Native Flower

Spotted Joe Pye Weed - Native

1/10 gram or ~350 Seeds

1/4 oz or ~27000 Seeds

1 oz - Special Price

Struck Twice Bearded Iris - Tones of creamy whites over antique salmon is the best way I can describe it. It’s a wonderfully subtle blend of colors that demands attention for its grace. 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 37” 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 September to mid October.

Struck Twice Bearded Iris - Tones of creamy whites over antique salmon is the best way I can describe it. It’s a wonderfully subtle blend of colors that demands attention for its grace. 
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.
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<li>USDA Zones 3 – 10</li>
<li>Flowers May to June depending on your zone and then again in August to September</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant
Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens
37” 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.
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