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Spring borders are abundant with varities of grape hyacinth and 'Muscari Peppermint' is striking with sky blue blossoms highlighted with snow white tips. It naturalizes very well and contrasts well with medium tulips (14-20” tall). Additionally, the blue and white blooms are bold enough to make a stunning arrangement in pots. The rare sky blue coloring is welcomed in any garden. 25 bulbs are included. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

Spring borders are abundant with varities of grape hyacinth and 'Muscari Peppermint' is striking with sky blue blossoms highlighted with snow white tips. It naturalizes very well and contrasts well with medium tulips  (14-20” tall). Additionally, the blue and white blooms are bold enough to make a stunning arrangement in pots. The rare sky blue coloring is welcomed in any garden. 
<ul>
<li>25 bulbs are included. </li>
<li>Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year.</li>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8</li>
<li>Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
<li>Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens</li>
<li>6”-8” tall</li>
</ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Peppermint' - 25 bulbs

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'Muscari Fantasy Creation' grape hyacinth's purple fuzzy blossoms provide an enchanted touch to your gardens. These are one of the latest varities of Muscari to hit the market and will be a unique addition to your garden. We are now receving this wonderful variety in crates and can bring you more bulbs for a lower price! Fantasy Creation is a wonderful new Muscari. It provides a whimsical feel with the smae reliablity of year after year bloom Muscari are known for. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

'Muscari Fantasy Creation' grape hyacinth's purple fuzzy blossoms provide an enchanted touch to your gardens. These are one of the latest varities of Muscari to hit the market and will be a unique addition to your garden.  We are now receving this wonderful variety in crates and can bring you more bulbs for a lower price!
Fantasy Creation is a wonderful new Muscari. It provides a whimsical feel with the smae reliablity of year after year bloom Muscari are known for. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year.
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8</li>
<li>Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
<li>Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens</li>
<li>6”-8” tall</li>
</ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Fantasy Creation'

'Muscari Plumosum' grape hyacinth is so unique that you are sure to be the only garden in town. It's feathery purple blossoms will add whismy to any garden. This is our first year offering them and we are putting them in our show gardens and look forward to next year's blossoms. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year. We almost had some pictures of this last year, but our guardian dogs decided to crush this bed. We are hopeful one of our customers will send us a wonderful picture we can use. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

'Muscari Plumosum' grape hyacinth is so unique that you are sure to be the only garden in town. It's feathery purple blossoms will add whismy to any garden. This is our first year offering them and we are putting them in our show gardens and look forward to next year's blossoms. 
Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year.
We almost had some pictures of this last year, but our guardian dogs decided to crush this bed.  We are hopeful one of our customers will send us a wonderful picture we can use. 
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8</li>
<li>Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
<li>Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens</li>
<li>6”-8” tall</li>
</ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Plumosum'

The Muscari or Grape Hyacinth varities are growing every year and this year we are pleased to offer 'Golden Fragrance.' It is a welcomed sight in spring and will be a highlight in your garden. Paired with Queen of Night tulips, White Hood Daffodils will highlight this wonderful and rare flower. 10 bulbs are included in this pack. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

The Muscari or Grape Hyacinth varities are growing every year and this year we are pleased to offer 'Golden Fragrance.'  It is a welcomed sight in spring and will be a highlight in your garden. Paired with Queen of Night tulips, White Hood Daffodils will highlight this wonderful and rare flower.  
10 bulbs are included in this pack. 
Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year.
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8</li>
<li>Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
<li>Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens</li>
<li>6”-8” tall</li>
</ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Golden Fragrance'

The deep purple blossoms on 'Muscari Latifolium' are exquisite. The flowers are like jewels and will quickly become one of your favorite flowers each year. They are at home in borders or can be an accent in your rock garden beckoning for attention. This variety is quite rare but with its coloring, it will gain popularity. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

The deep purple blossoms on 'Muscari Latifolium' are exquisite. The flowers are like jewels and will quickly become one of your favorite flowers each year. They are at home in borders or can be an accent in your rock garden beckoning for attention. This variety is quite rare but with its coloring, it will gain popularity.  
Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year.
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8</li>
<li>Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
<li>Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens</li>
<li>6”-8” tall</li>
</ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Latifolium'

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Pink Sunrise' is for gardeners who love pink! This is probably our rarest flower offering and every pack only has 4 bulbs. It is one of the newest muscari varities to hit the market. If you are looking for unique flowers, this is the one for you. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Pink Sunrise' is for gardeners who love pink! This is probably our rarest flower offering and every pack only has 4 bulbs.  It is one of the newest muscari varities to hit the market. If you are looking for unique flowers, this is the one for you. 
Our bulbs are sourced from Holland at an amazing 9/10 size. This is a very large bulb which will ensure your bulbs thrive their first year.
USDA Zones 3 – 8
Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)
Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks
Cold Hardy
Full Sun
Additional Information
Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant
Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens
6”-8” tall
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Pink Sunrise'

Light blue blossoms adorn this bulb. The almost magical blossoms are such a delight to see in the springtime. Pink Tulips and Apricot Whirl Daffodils are a perfect combination for this flower. Our bulbs are sourced from Holland to ensure healthy and productive flowers. USDA Zones 3 – 8 Mid-season flowering (late March to early May) Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 6”-8” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Ships mid September to mid October.

Light blue blossoms adorn this bulb.  The almost magical blossoms are such a delight to see in the springtime. Pink Tulips and Apricot Whirl Daffodils are a perfect combination for this flower.  
<ul>
<li>Our bulbs are sourced from Holland to ensure healthy and productive flowers. </li>
<li>USDA Zones 3 – 8</li>
<li>Mid-season flowering (late March to early May)</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
<li>Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens</li>
<li>6”-8” tall</li>
</ul>
Key Planting Tips
Plant in full sun,  3” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 2-4” apart. They will tolerate some shade.
Ships mid September to mid October.

Grape Hyacinth 'Muscari Valerie Finnis'

Sold Out - But the seed is in the Gourd Mixture from Seedsavers. The Seed Savers Exchange ( C. pepo) (aka Crown of Thorns) Softball-sized gourds have ten fingers that point towards the blossom end. A select mixture of bright striped, mottled, multicolored decorative gourds. Excellent for fall displays. 95 days. Characteristics: Fruits grow to the size of a softball Fruits have striped, mottled, and multicolored skins 95 days Instructions: Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed in 12" diameter hills. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. In short-season areas, growth from transplants started indoors 8 weeks in advance. Gourds grow well on fences or garden trellises. Direct Seed: 1" Deep Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Ten Commandments Gourd

The Seed Savers Exchange - Also known as Roman coriander, this annual herb is grown for its aromatic black seeds that may be ground and used like pepper. Feathery-leaved plants have soft blue to white flowers with downward-turned petals that resemble a skirt. Like their relative, Love-in-a-Mist, the flowers of this species are followed by ornamental pods perfect for dried arrangements. Annual, (Nigella sativa). Characteristics: Annual plants grow to 8-12 inches tall Feathery foliage and bluish-white flowers Seed pods resemble inflated balloons 250 Seeds per packet Instructions - Plant seeds outdoors just before the last frost. Will self seed profusely. Prefers average soil and tolerates dry conditions. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming. Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep Germination: 8-15 Days Thin: 8-12" Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Also known as Roman coriander, this annual herb is grown for its aromatic black seeds that may be ground and used like pepper. Feathery-leaved plants have soft blue to white flowers with downward-turned petals that resemble a skirt. Like their relative, Love-in-a-Mist, the flowers of this species are followed by ornamental pods perfect for dried arrangements. Annual, (Nigella sativa).
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Annual plants grow to 8-12 inches tall</li>
<li>Feathery foliage and bluish-white flowers</li>
<li>Seed pods resemble inflated balloons</li>
<li>250 Seeds per packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Plant seeds outdoors just before the last frost. Will self seed profusely. Prefers average soil and tolerates dry conditions. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming.
<meta charset="utf-8">Direct Seed: 1/8" Deep
<meta charset="utf-8">Germination: 8-15 Days
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: 8-12" Apart
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Black Cumin Herb, Ancient Heirloom

Our Waxz 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. Waxz 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). Bulb Size: 28/30 cm

Our Waxz 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.  Waxz 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 <a data-mce-fragment="1" href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/collections/inside-winter-bulbs">Inside Winter Bulbs (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>.
Bulb Size: 28/30 cm

No Fuss, No Mess, Amaryllis (From our Waxz Collection)

Glitter Red

Glitter Silver

Glitter Gold

Snow on Red Wax

Paperwhites are an amazing blossom that are popular around the holidays. The blossoms give off intoxicating scents. They are very easy to care for. Our Paperwhite Kits make great gifts for a new gardener to a master gardener. USDA Zones 8-9 Late Winter to Early Spring Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Full Sun Bloom Color: White Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant 16” tall

Paperwhites are an amazing blossom that are popular around the holidays. The blossoms give off intoxicating scents. They are very easy to care for. Our Paperwhite Kits make great gifts for a new gardener to a master gardener. 
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 8-9</li>
<li>Late Winter to Early Spring</li>
<li>Bloom Duration: 3 weeks</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
<li>Bloom Color: White</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>Deer, Rabbit, &amp; Rodent Resistant</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>16” tall</li>
</ul>

Paperwhites Kit

Seed Savers Exchange - Originally from Curico, Chile. The large 3' Aji Cristal Pepper plants produce very heavy sets of 3.5" long waxy fruits. Pepper species are native to the Americas and have been cultivated for thousands of years. The Spanish and Portuguese brought them back to Europe and to their colonies in Africa and Asia. From there peppers continued to spread and develop. The chemical in hot peppers that causes a burning sensation is known as capsaicin and can be found in the highest concentration in the white pith around the seeds. Characteristics Fruits ripen from light green to reddish-orange Waxy fruits grow to 3-4 inches Plants grow to 3 feet Hot pepper Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - Originally from Curico, Chile. The large 3' Aji Cristal Pepper plants produce very heavy sets of 3.5" long waxy fruits. 
Pepper species are native to the Americas and have been cultivated for thousands of years. The Spanish and Portuguese brought them back to Europe and to their colonies in Africa and Asia. From there peppers continued to spread and develop.
The chemical in hot peppers that causes a burning sensation is known as capsaicin and can be found in the highest concentration in the white pith around the seeds.
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Fruits ripen from light green to reddish-orange</li>
<li>Waxy fruits grow to 3-4 inches</li>
<li>Plants grow to 3 feet</li>
<li>Hot pepper</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Aji Cristal Pepper (Hot)

Seedsavers Exchange 50 Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack 10 Seeds

We loved this one so much we grew it out so we could have year after year! It has been missed by so many since 2023. You would be hard pressed to find a better paprika! Starts shipping 11/25. Our source seed was Seedsaver's Exchange for the original seed. The peppers are thick walled, short and squatty which allows a lot of paprika in a short season garden! Characteristics Cherry type fruits ripen from cream-white to orange to red Fruits are thick-walled The sweet, mildly peppery flavor Highly productive 70-80 days from transplant 15 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

We loved this one so much we grew it out so we could have year after year! It has been missed by so many since 2023. You would be hard pressed to find a better paprika! Starts shipping 11/25. Our source seed was Seedsaver's Exchange for the original seed. The peppers are thick walled, short and squatty which allows a lot of paprika in a short season garden! 
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Cherry type fruits ripen from cream-white to orange to red</li>
<li>Fruits are thick-walled</li>
<li>The sweet, mildly peppery flavor</li>
<li>Highly productive</li>
<li>70-80 days from transplant</li>
<li>15 Seeds per packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions -
<meta charset="utf-8">
Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24” Apart</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
<li>Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability</li>
</ul>
<meta charset="utf-8">

Alma Paprika Pepper (Sweet)

Seed Savers Exchange - The broad-shouldered, conical, wildly sweet peppers of this prolific variety reach 3" in length and ripen to all red on sturdy 24" plants. Seed Savers Exchange member Ron Thuma has grown it faithfully since 1993, when he obtained the pepper from Johnny’s Selected Seeds for trial. 80 days from transplant. Sweet. Characteristics Organic Sweet pepper 80 days from transplant 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">The broad-shouldered, conical, wildly sweet peppers of this prolific variety reach 3" in length and ripen to all red on sturdy 24" plants. Seed Savers Exchange member Ron Thuma has grown it faithfully since 1993, when he obtained the pepper from Johnny’s Selected Seeds for trial. 80 days from transplant. Sweet.
Characteristics 
Organic
Sweet pepper
80 days from transplant
25 Seeds per packet 
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Apple Pepper (Sweet), Organic

Black Hungarian Pepper is an old heirloom we love to grow! It is rich in flavor, provides a richness to sauces and dishes plus the little bit of heat it provides is perfect. We sometimes will make baked poppers with these when are jalapeños are not quite ready. Our seed this year is from Seedsavers for all of our options. Seed Savers Exchange - Highly ornamental and useful in the kitchen, the 4" long fiery fruits of this early-to-mature pepper resemble jalapeños, but are shiny black and eventually ripen to red. The prolific plants grow to 3' tall and produce green foliage highlighted by dark-purple veins alongside beautiful purple flowers. A good substitute for jalapeños. 70-80 days from transplant. Medium hot. Characteristics Spicy fruits ripen from black to red A good substitute for jalapeños Fruits grow to 4 inches Medium hot pepper 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Black Hungarian Pepper is an old heirloom we love to grow! It is rich in flavor, provides a richness to sauces and dishes plus the little bit of heat it provides is perfect. We sometimes will make baked poppers with these when are jalapeños are not quite ready. Our seed this year is from Seedsavers for all of our options. 
Seed Savers Exchange -  Highly ornamental and useful in the kitchen, the 4" long fiery fruits of this early-to-mature pepper resemble jalapeños, but are shiny black and eventually ripen to red. The prolific plants grow to 3' tall and produce green foliage highlighted by dark-purple veins alongside beautiful purple flowers. A good substitute for jalapeños. 70-80 days from transplant. Medium hot.
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Spicy fruits ripen from black to red</li>
<li>A good substitute for jalapeños</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 4 inches</li>
<li>Medium hot pepper</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions -
<meta charset="utf-8">
Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">
Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Black Hungarian Pepper (Hot), Organic

Seedsaver’s Packet - 25 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Mini Packet - 10 Seeds

Bulgarian Carrot Pepper: The "Shipkas" Heirloom 🌶️🥕 Add a bolt of orange lightning to your garden with the Bulgarian Carrot Pepper. Known in its homeland as Shipkas, this striking heirloom was smuggled out from behind the Iron Curtain in the late 1970s and has since become a cult favorite among pepper enthusiasts for its intense crunch, vibrant color, and "crisp" heat. 🏛️ A Story of Cold War Intrigue The history of the Bulgarian Carrot is as spicy as the pepper itself. Legend has it that this variety was rare even in Eastern Europe until it was supposedly smuggled through the Iron Curtain. The Shipkas Legacy: Named after the Shipka Pass in the Balkan Mountains, these peppers were bred to thrive in shorter, cooler growing seasons—making them a perfect match for northern gardeners or those in higher elevations (like our friends in the Intermountain West!). The "Carrot" Disguise: At first glance, you might mistake a basket of these for a harvest of bright orange carrots. Their thick, fluorescent-orange walls and tapered shape are unlike any other pepper in the garden. ✨ Why You’ll Love Growing "Carrots" Intense Crunch: Unlike many hot peppers that have thin, papery walls, the Bulgarian Carrot is thick-walled and remarkably crunchy. It "snaps" when you bite into it. Fruit-Forward Heat: It packs a punch—ranking between 12,000 and 30,000 Scoville Heat Units (roughly 2–4 times hotter than a Jalapeño). However, the heat is accompanied by a distinct, fruity, and slightly citrusy undertone. Stunning Aesthetics: The plants are compact (18–24 inches) and become absolutely loaded with dozens of 3-inch, upright-pointing peppers that transition from green to a brilliant, glossy orange. Cool Weather Hero: Because of its Balkan origins, this variety sets fruit better in cooler temperatures than many tropical habanero or bonnet varieties. 🌿 Product Specifications Feature Details Common Name Bulgarian Carrot / Shipkas Botanical Name Capsicum annuum Heat Level Medium-Hot (12k - 30k SHU) Days to Maturity 70 – 80 Days Plant Habit Compact Bush (18 - 24") Sun Requirement Full Sun Seed Saving Heirloom / Open-Pollinated 🍽️ Culinary Inspiration: Beyond the Heat The Bulgarian Carrot is the "secret weapon" of hot sauce makers and picklers. The Ultimate Pepper Jelly: Its bright orange color makes for the most visually stunning pepper jellies you’ve ever seen. Crispy Pickles: Because the walls are so thick, they stay crunchy when pickled in vinegar, unlike thinner peppers that turn mushy. Balkan Salsas: Roast them slightly to bring out the sugars, then blend into a vibrant orange salsa or a traditional Bulgarian relish. 📖 Growing Tips for Firefly Gardeners Pro Tip: While these are hardy, they are heavy producers. Use a small pepper stake or "tomato cage" to support the plant, as the weight of the massive fruit clusters can sometimes cause the branches to lean. Start Early: Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. They love bottom heat (a seedling heat mat) to germinate. The "Orange" Rule: For the best flavor and maximum heat, wait until the pepper is completely, vibrantly orange before harvesting. If picked green, they lack the characteristic fruitiness. Spacing: Because they stay compact, they are excellent for container gardening on a sunny patio or balcony. Isolation: As we know with Capsicum annuum, if you want to save pure seeds, keep these 50 feet away from your Bell Peppers! Bring a taste of the Balkans to your backyard. Order your Bulgarian Carrot Pepper seeds from Firefly Farm & Mercantile today! 🌶️📦

<h1 data-line="0" id='Bulgarian Carrot Pepper: The "Shipkas" Heirloom 🌶️🥕'>Bulgarian Carrot Pepper: The "Shipkas" Heirloom 🌶️🥕</h1>
Add a bolt of orange lightning to your garden with the Bulgarian Carrot Pepper. Known in its homeland as Shipkas, this striking heirloom was smuggled out from behind the Iron Curtain in the late 1970s and has since become a cult favorite among pepper enthusiasts for its intense crunch, vibrant color, and "crisp" heat.
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<h2 data-line="6" id="🏛️ A Story of Cold War Intrigue">🏛️ A Story of Cold War Intrigue</h2>
The history of the Bulgarian Carrot is as spicy as the pepper itself. Legend has it that this variety was rare even in Eastern Europe until it was supposedly smuggled through the Iron Curtain.
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The Shipkas Legacy: Named after the Shipka Pass in the Balkan Mountains, these peppers were bred to thrive in shorter, cooler growing seasons—making them a perfect match for northern gardeners or those in higher elevations (like our friends in the Intermountain West!).</li>
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The "Carrot" Disguise: At first glance, you might mistake a basket of these for a harvest of bright orange carrots. Their thick, fluorescent-orange walls and tapered shape are unlike any other pepper in the garden.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 data-line="15" id='✨ Why You’ll Love Growing "Carrots"'>✨ Why You’ll Love Growing "Carrots"</h2>
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Intense Crunch: Unlike many hot peppers that have thin, papery walls, the Bulgarian Carrot is thick-walled and remarkably crunchy. It "snaps" when you bite into it.</li>
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Fruit-Forward Heat: It packs a punch—ranking between 12,000 and 30,000 Scoville Heat Units (roughly 2–4 times hotter than a Jalapeño). However, the heat is accompanied by a distinct, fruity, and slightly citrusy undertone.</li>
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Stunning Aesthetics: The plants are compact (18–24 inches) and become absolutely loaded with dozens of 3-inch, upright-pointing peppers that transition from green to a brilliant, glossy orange.</li>
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Cool Weather Hero: Because of its Balkan origins, this variety sets fruit better in cooler temperatures than many tropical habanero or bonnet varieties.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 data-line="24" id="🌿 Product Specifications">🌿 Product Specifications</h2>
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<th>Feature</th>
<th>Details</th>
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<td>Common Name</td>
<td>Bulgarian Carrot / Shipkas</td>
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<td>Botanical Name</td>
<td>Capsicum annuum</td>
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<td>Heat Level</td>
<td>Medium-Hot (12k - 30k SHU)</td>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>70 – 80 Days</td>
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<td>Plant Habit</td>
<td>Compact Bush (18 - 24")</td>
</tr>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun</td>
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<td>Seed Saving</td>
<td>Heirloom / Open-Pollinated</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h2 data-line="38" id="🍽️ Culinary Inspiration: Beyond the Heat">🍽️ Culinary Inspiration: Beyond the Heat</h2>
The Bulgarian Carrot is the "secret weapon" of hot sauce makers and picklers.
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The Ultimate Pepper Jelly: Its bright orange color makes for the most visually stunning pepper jellies you’ve ever seen.</li>
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Crispy Pickles: Because the walls are so thick, they stay crunchy when pickled in vinegar, unlike thinner peppers that turn mushy.</li>
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Balkan Salsas: Roast them slightly to bring out the sugars, then blend into a vibrant orange salsa or a traditional Bulgarian relish.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 data-line="48" id="📖 Growing Tips for Firefly Gardeners">📖 Growing Tips for Firefly Gardeners</h2>
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Pro Tip: While these are hardy, they are heavy producers. Use a small pepper stake or "tomato cage" to support the plant, as the weight of the massive fruit clusters can sometimes cause the branches to lean.
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Start Early: Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. They love bottom heat (a seedling heat mat) to germinate.</li>
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The "Orange" Rule: For the best flavor and maximum heat, wait until the pepper is completely, vibrantly orange before harvesting. If picked green, they lack the characteristic fruitiness.</li>
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Spacing: Because they stay compact, they are excellent for container gardening on a sunny patio or balcony.</li>
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Isolation: As we know with Capsicum annuum, if you want to save pure seeds, keep these 50 feet away from your Bell Peppers!</li>
</ol>
Bring a taste of the Balkans to your backyard. Order your Bulgarian Carrot Pepper seeds from Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile today! 🌶️📦

Bulgarian Carrot Pepper, pre-1850 Heirloom

Seedsaver Exchange 40 Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipacket 10 Seeds

Renee's Garden Seeds 25 Seeds

Seed Savers Exchange - Likely introduced to North America in the 1700s. In 1812, Thomas Jefferson recorded Bull Nose peppers in his garden calendar at Monticello. Crisp fruits ripen from green to red with an excellent flavor. Productive, sturdy plants. 55-80 days from transplant. Sweet. ±3,600 seeds/oz. Characteristics Fruits ripen to red Excellent flavor Productive, sturdy plants Sweet pepper 55-80 days from transplant 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Likely introduced to North America in the 1700s. In 1812, Thomas Jefferson recorded Bull Nose peppers in his garden calendar at Monticello. Crisp fruits ripen from green to red with an excellent flavor. Productive, sturdy plants. 55-80 days from transplant. Sweet. ±3,600 seeds/oz.
Characteristics 
Fruits ripen to red
Excellent flavor
Productive, sturdy plants
Sweet pepper
55-80 days from transplant
50 Seeds per packet
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Bull Nose Bell Pepper (Sweet)

Seed Savers Exchange - Sweet and productive Polish pepper. Two-foot tall plants produce 4" long bell fruits with 3 lobes. Sweet even when green, sure to be a favorite. Does well in dry areas. 90 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,500 seeds/oz. Characteristics Fruits are sweet, even when green Fruits grow to 3-lobed, 4 inch long bells Plants grow to 2 feet Sweet pepper 90 days from transplant 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet and productive Polish pepper. Two-foot tall plants produce 4" long bell fruits with 3 lobes. Sweet even when green, sure to be a favorite. Does well in dry areas. 90 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,500 seeds/oz.
Characteristics 
Fruits are sweet, even when green
Fruits grow to 3-lobed, 4 inch long bells
Plants grow to 2 feet
Sweet pepper
90 days from transplant
50 Seeds per packet
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Buran Pepper (Sweet)

This was not in Seedsaver's lineup for 2026 so we brought in extra seed for 2026. It is a fanstastic pepper and is very very productive. Seed Savers Exchange - A Seed Savers Exchange staff favorite! Finger-sized fruit ripens from pale yellow-green to reddish-pink and tastes delightfully fruity with light citrus and berry overtones, yet are very hot. Juicy peppers have a crisp and crunchy texture and reach 3-4" long when ripe. Elongate, pendant fruit has a semi-wrinkled skin and pointed blossom end. Erect plants grow 2-3' tall and produce light-green leaves and stems, light-purple nodes, and white flowers with yellow spots. Highly productive, this pepper matures mid- to late-season. It was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 1996 by Darrell Kellogg, who obtained it in 1987 from Bishop Nursery in Oregon. 90 days from transplant. Hot. Organic. Characteristics Organic SSE staff favorite is highly productive Fruits grow to 3 to 4 inches long Juicy and very crunchy Very hot with pleasant berry and citrus flavors New for 2021 90 days from transplant 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

This was not in Seedsaver's lineup for 2026 so we brought in extra seed for 2026. It is a fanstastic pepper and is very very productive. 
Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A Seed Savers Exchange staff favorite! Finger-sized fruit ripens from pale yellow-green to reddish-pink and tastes delightfully fruity with light citrus and berry overtones, yet are very hot. Juicy peppers have a crisp and crunchy texture and reach 3-4" long when ripe. Elongate, pendant fruit has a semi-wrinkled skin and pointed blossom end. Erect plants grow 2-3' tall and produce light-green leaves and stems, light-purple nodes, and white flowers with yellow spots. Highly productive, this pepper matures mid- to late-season. It was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 1996 by Darrell Kellogg, who obtained it in 1987 from Bishop Nursery in Oregon. 90 days from transplant. Hot. Organic.
Characteristics 
Organic
SSE staff favorite is highly productive
Fruits grow to 3 to 4 inches long
Juicy and very crunchy
Very hot with pleasant berry and citrus flavors
New for 2021
90 days from transplant 
25 Seeds per packet
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Challeano Pepper (Hot)

Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Chervena Chujski) Bulgarian pepper traditionally used for roasting; also delicious eaten fresh. The flesh is sugary sweet. Robust plants produce large tapered fruits measuring 2" wide by 6" long. Fruits ripen from green to brown to vivid red. 85 days from transplant. Sweet. Characteristics Tapered red fruits grow to 6 inches long Sturdy plants Sweet pepper 85 days from transplant Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(aka Chervena Chujski) Bulgarian pepper traditionally used for roasting; also delicious eaten fresh. The flesh is sugary sweet. Robust plants produce large tapered fruits measuring 2" wide by 6" long. Fruits ripen from green to brown to vivid red. 85 days from transplant. Sweet.
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Tapered red fruits grow to 6 inches long</li>
<li>Sturdy plants</li>
<li>Sweet pepper</li>
<li>85 days from transplant</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>
<meta charset="utf-8">
Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Chervena Chushka Pepper (Sweet)

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 40 Seeds

Seed Savers Exchange - Shiny green bell peppers ripen to a gorgeous chocolate brown. The excellent sweet flavor when fully ripe, average flavor when green. Very productive variety for home and market. 70-75 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,200 seeds/oz. Characteristics Fruits ripen from green to brown Best flavor when fully ripe Very productive Sweet pepper 70-75 days from transplant 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Shiny green bell peppers ripen to a gorgeous chocolate brown. The excellent sweet flavor when fully ripe, average flavor when green. Very productive variety for home and market. 70-75 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,200 seeds/oz.
Characteristics 
Fruits ripen from green to brown
Best flavor when fully ripe
Very productive
Sweet pepper
70-75 days from transplant
50 Seeds per packet
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
<meta charset="utf-8">Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
Germinates in 14 days
Full Sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Chocolate Beauty Pepper (Sweet)

Seed Savers Exchange - Red hot Polish pepper. The well flavored tapered fruits are 5" long. Used extensively by the spice industry in Poland for drying due to its rather thin flesh. 80 days from transplant. Hot. ±4,200 seeds/oz. Characteristics Organic Tapered fruits grow to 5 inches long Thin flesh makes it a good drying pepper Hot pepper 80 days from transplant 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - 
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Red hot Polish pepper. The well flavored tapered fruits are 5" long. Used extensively by the spice industry in Poland for drying due to its rather thin flesh. 80 days from transplant. Hot. ±4,200 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Tapered fruits grow to 5 inches long</li>
<li>Thin flesh makes it a good drying pepper</li>
<li>Hot pepper</li>
<li>80 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions -
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Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm
<meta charset="utf-8">
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24” Apart</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Cyklon Pepper (Hot), Organic, Polish Orgin

Seedsavers Exchange 25 Seeds

Seed Savers Exchange - Short-statured plants with fruit averaging 2.3" long, 1.3" wide. Small, conical, bell-like shape fruit, green ripening to red. Medium-high heat, good flavor. This pepper came from Russia with German Mennonites who settled near Mountain Lake, Minnesota. Characteristics Organic Medium-high heat Short-statured plants Fruit averages 2.3" long by 1.3" wide 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Short-statured plants with fruit averaging 2.3" long, 1.3" wide. Small, conical, bell-like shape fruit, green ripening to red. Medium-high heat, good flavor. This pepper came from Russia with German Mennonites who settled near Mountain Lake, Minnesota. 
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Medium-high heat</li>
<li>Short-statured plants</li>
<li>Fruit averages 2.3" long by 1.3" wide</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>
<meta charset="utf-8"> Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Derksen Pepper (Hot), 1850's Heirloom, Organic

Firefly Farm 20 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 25 Organic Seeds

Seed Savers Exchange - The hottest pepper we offer, from the Central African Republic. Habanero-type peppers with delicious citrus flavor and few seeds. Golden-orange 3" long fruits are borne in abundance on sturdy 30" plants. A great choice for pots and can be overwintered inside. 90 days from transplant. Sizzling hot. ±8,200 seeds/oz. Characteristics Fruits ripen from green to orange Habanero-type with citrus flavor Plants grow to 30 inches Very hot pepper 90 days from transplant Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">The hottest pepper we offer, from the Central African Republic. Habanero-type peppers with delicious citrus flavor and few seeds. Golden-orange 3" long fruits are borne in abundance on sturdy 30" plants. A great choice for pots and can be overwintered inside. 90 days from transplant. Sizzling hot. ±8,200 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Fruits ripen from green to orange</li>
<li>Habanero-type with citrus flavor</li>
<li>Plants grow to 30 inches</li>
<li>Very hot pepper</li>
<li>90 days from transplant</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>
<meta charset="utf-8">
Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Fatalii Pepper (Hot)

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

Lemon Mint, 1,000 years old Native, Heirloom

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

Amazon Jewel Nasturtium (Climbing)

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

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