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Evergreen Amaryllis green blossoms can be described best as wild and we call it the wild child of our Amaryllis lineup. If you are looking for a really unique amaryallis then this is the one for you. 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. Simply plant your bulbs, water, and give sunshine and in 6-8 weeks, you will have beautiful blossoms. You can keep your bulbs planted to enjoy their green leaves and bring them right outside at spring. They will bloom periodically and get them ready for Christmas, Hardy to USDA Zone 9-10 for year round outside planting. Bulb Size: 30/32 cm

Evergreen Amaryllis green blossoms can be described best as wild and we call it the wild child of our Amaryllis lineup. If you are looking for a really unique amaryallis then this is the one for you. 
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.  
Simply plant your bulbs, water, and give sunshine and in 6-8 weeks, you will have beautiful blossoms. You can keep your bulbs planted to enjoy their green leaves and bring them right outside at spring.  They will bloom periodically and get them ready for Christmas, 
Hardy to USDA Zone 9-10 for year round outside planting.  
Bulb Size: 30/32 cm

'Evergreen' Hippeastrum, Amaryllis, Wild Child and Green

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Exotic Star Amaryllis are truly a Christmas color amaryllis. The red and white blossoms with hints of green will get you in the holiday spirit. 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. Simply plant your bulbs, water, and give sunshine and in 6-8 weeks, you will have beautiful blossoms. You can keep your bulbs planted to enjoy their green leaves and bring them right outside at spring. They will bloom periodically and get them ready for Christmas, Hardy to USDA Zone 9-10 for year round outside planting. Bulb Size: 30/32 cm

Exotic Star Amaryllis are truly a Christmas color amaryllis. The red and white blossoms with hints of green will get you in the holiday spirit.  
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.  
Simply plant your bulbs, water, and give sunshine and in 6-8 weeks, you will have beautiful blossoms. You can keep your bulbs planted to enjoy their green leaves and bring them right outside at spring.  They will bloom periodically and get them ready for Christmas, 
Hardy to USDA Zone 9-10 for year round outside planting.  
Bulb Size: 30/32 cm

'Exotic Star' Hippeastrum, Amaryllis,

Flamenco Queen Amaryllis has wonderful red and white blooms that come across antinqued. We sourced Flamenco Queen as a 36/38 cm size bulb. Many amaryllises are sold as a 32cm+, which usually means it is a 32/33 cm. Bigger bulbs equals bigger and more blooms! 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. Simply plant your bulbs, water, and give sunshine and in 6-8 weeks, you will have beautiful blossoms. You can keep your bulbs planted to enjoy their green leaves and bring them right outside at spring. They will bloom periodically and get them ready for Christmas, Hardy to USDA Zone 9-10 for year round outside planting. Bulb Size: 36/38 cm

Flamenco Queen Amaryllis has wonderful red and white blooms that come across antinqued. We sourced Flamenco Queen as a 36/38 cm size bulb. Many amaryllises are sold as a 32cm+, which usually means it is a 32/33 cm.  Bigger bulbs equals bigger and more blooms!  
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.  
Simply plant your bulbs, water, and give sunshine and in 6-8 weeks, you will have beautiful blossoms. You can keep your bulbs planted to enjoy their green leaves and bring them right outside at spring.  They will bloom periodically and get them ready for Christmas, 
Hardy to USDA Zone 9-10 for year round outside planting.  
Bulb Size: 36/38 cm

'Flamenco Queen' Hippeastrum, Amaryllis, Deep Red, Crimson

The Seed Savers Exchange - This flavorful, decorartive lettuce variety looks as great as it tastes and it also tolerates heat. Sweet, crunchy, and not the least bit bitter, it dates from the 1500's and was reintroduced into the modern seed trade by Dr. Alan Kapuler of Peace Seeds, a Seed Savers Exchange lifetime member from Corvallis, Oregon. A unique star-shaped rosette of pointed, long, slender leaves makes this lettuce stand out wherever it's planted - in a field, garden bed, or container. Looseleaf, 48 days. Characteristics 48 days Organic Looseleaf lettuce Heat-tolerant Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - This flavorful, decorartive lettuce variety looks as great as it tastes and it also tolerates heat. Sweet, crunchy, and not the least bit bitter, it dates from the 1500's and was reintroduced into the modern seed trade by Dr. Alan Kapuler of Peace Seeds, a Seed Savers Exchange lifetime member from Corvallis, Oregon. A unique star-shaped rosette of pointed, long, slender leaves makes this lettuce stand out wherever it's planted - in a field, garden bed, or container. Looseleaf, 48 days.
Characteristics
<ul>
<li>48 days</li>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Looseleaf lettuce</li>
<li>Heat-tolerant</li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 1" apart</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinate 7-14 days</li>
<li>Thin: 6-8" Apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Strela Green Lettuce, organic

Renee's Garden EXCLUSIVE - The flavor of fast-growing Bac Lieu Vietnamese Cilantro is mild and delicate with an extra citrus twist. The plants resemble regular cilantro but the foliage is topped with fine cut, frilly leaves. Enjoy at every growth stage, as Bac Lieu plants hold their delicious flavor even as they mature and begin to flower. Sprigs of leaves are traditionally harvested while young and tender and served on a platter so individual diners can add to taste for extra savor throughout the meal. (Coriandrum sativum) Characteristics: Kitchen Herbs Annual Long-standing variety Spicy leaves Approx 350 seeds, 2.5 grams Instructions - In early spring, sow Cilantro seed directly into well-drained fertile soil 1 to 2 inches apart in rows 8 inches apart in full sun. Cover 1/4 inch deep and firm soil over seeds. Keep seedbed evenly moist as seedlings emerge over 10 to 20 days. Make new sowings every few weeks until mid-summer for continuous harvests of fresh leaves. Cilantro plants flower, then set seed quickly as plants mature. Lushest, leafy growth takes place in cooler weather; plant early and throughout cool spring weather and sow again in fall, particularly in mild winter areas. Plant in: February - September Full sun Plant 1-2 inches apart Plant 1/2 inch deep 10-20 days to germinate Mature Height: 1 - 1.5 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden EXCLUSIVE - The flavor of fast-growing Bac Lieu Vietnamese Cilantro is mild and delicate with an extra citrus twist. The plants resemble regular cilantro but the foliage is topped with fine cut, frilly leaves. Enjoy at every growth stage, as Bac Lieu plants hold their delicious flavor even as they mature and begin to flower. Sprigs of leaves are traditionally harvested while young and tender and served on a platter so individual diners can add to taste for extra savor throughout the meal.  (Coriandrum sativum)
Characteristics: 
<li>Kitchen Herbs  
</li>
<li>Annual</li>
<li>Long-standing variety  
</li>
<li>Spicy leaves </li>
<li>Approx 350 seeds, 2.5 grams</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">In early spring, sow Cilantro seed directly into well-drained fertile soil 1 to 2 inches apart in rows 8 inches apart in full sun. Cover 1/4 inch deep and firm soil over seeds. Keep seedbed evenly moist as seedlings emerge over 10 to 20 days. Make new sowings every few weeks until mid-summer for continuous harvests of fresh leaves. <meta charset="utf-8">Cilantro plants flower, then set seed quickly as plants mature. Lushest, leafy growth takes place in cooler weather; plant early and throughout cool spring weather and sow again in fall, particularly in mild winter areas. 
<ul>
<li>Plant in: February - September</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Plant 1-2 inches apart </li>
<li>Plant 1/2 inch deep </li>
<li>10-20 days to germinate </li>
<li>Mature Height: 1 - 1.5 feet </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Bac-Lieu Cilantro, Vietnamese Heirloom

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - American Flag Leak or Broad London - The standard variety for home gardens. Stems average 1½ x 8-10 in., well-blanched from the base upward. Good variety for overwintering, hardy to at least 10°F, 130 Days, Allium ampeloprasum Characteristics: Stalks grow to 15-20 inches Sweet and flavorful Good for short seasons Very tolerant of cold 130 days from transplant 3g, ~1,000 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - American Flag Leak or Broad London - The standard variety for home gardens. Stems average 1½ x 8-10 in., well-blanched from the base upward. Good variety for overwintering, hardy to at least 10°F, 130 Days, Allium ampeloprasum
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Stalks grow to 15-20 inches</li>
<li>Sweet and flavorful</li>
<li>Good for short seasons</li>
<li>Very tolerant of cold</li>
<li>130 days from transplant</li>
<li>3g, ~1,000 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions -
<meta charset="utf-8">
Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow.
<ul>
<li>Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Germinate 5-7 days</li>
<li>Plants 6" apart</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

American Flag Leek, Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange -King Sieg Leek. Stable cross of King Richard and Siegfried, from grower Beth Rasgorshek. Short, thick shanks (3 x 6 in.) with blue-green leaves. Good variety for overwintering. (14 g), 84 days, Allium ampeloprasum This is an Open Source Seed Initiative variety. The OSSI pledge: "You have the freedom to use these OSSI-Pledged seeds in any way you choose. In return, you pledge not to restrict others’ use of these seeds or their derivatives by patents or other means, and to include this pledge with any transfer of these seeds or their derivatives." Characteristics: Stalks grow to 15-20 inches Blue-green leaves Sweet and flavorfulGood for short seasons Very tolerant of cold 84 days from transplant 1g, ~500 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow. Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Germinate 5-7 days Plants 6" apart Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange -King Sieg Leek. Stable cross of King Richard and Siegfried, from grower Beth Rasgorshek. Short, thick shanks (3 x 6 in.) with blue-green leaves. Good variety for overwintering. (14 g), 84 days, Allium ampeloprasum
This is an Open Source Seed Initiative variety. The OSSI pledge: "You have the freedom to use these OSSI-Pledged seeds in any way you choose. In return, you pledge not to restrict others’ use of these seeds or their derivatives by patents or other means, and to include this pledge with any transfer of these seeds or their derivatives."
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Stalks grow to 15-20 inches</li>
<li>Blue-green leaves</li>
<li>Sweet and flavorfulGood for short seasons</li>
<li>Very tolerant of cold</li>
<li>84 days from transplant</li>
<li>1g, ~500 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Hill or mound soil around stems several times to blanch as leeks grow.
<ul>
<li>Sow Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Germinate 5-7 days</li>
<li>Plants 6" apart</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

King Sieg Leek, Organic

Inventory is a little low but more are on the way in the early January. It is worth the wait for these ones! Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 110 days. Italian heirloom onion with sweet white flesh and beautiful bright red/purple skins. These distinctively flattened barrel shaped onions store exceptionally well and make a tasty addition to any savory dish. Allium cepa Characteristics: Stores Well Long Day (Intermediate to Long Day) Sweet, Purple Skins with White Flesh 110 days Organic Approx 225 seeds Instructions - For big bulbs: sow seeds in early spring as soon as soil can be worked; or in mild growing areas, sow seeds in fall to overwinter for spring growth. To Start Transplants: sow 1 in. apart in a container of seed starting mix and cover about 1/4 in. deep. Provide a strong light source until seedlings are 2 to 3 in. tall. Transplant 4 in. apart, burying crowns 1 in. deep. To Start Outdoors: sow seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Space 1 in. apart in rows 8 in. apart. Cover 1/4 in. deep, firm soil well over seeds, and keep evenly moist. Thin seedlings gradually to final 4 in. spacing, using the tasty thinnings. Plant In: January - April Full Sun Plant rows 1 inch apart Plant 1/4" deep 10-14 days to germinate Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Inventory is a little low but more are on the way in the early January.  It is worth the wait for these ones! Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 110 days. Italian heirloom onion with sweet white flesh and beautiful bright red/purple skins. These distinctively flattened barrel shaped onions store exceptionally well and make a tasty addition to any savory dish. Allium cepa <meta charset="utf-8">
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Stores Well 
</li>
<li>Long Day (Intermediate to Long Day)</li>
<li>Sweet, Purple Skins with White Flesh</li>
<li>110 days </li>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Approx 225 seeds</li>
</ul>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">For big bulbs: sow seeds in early spring as soon as soil can be worked; or in mild growing areas, sow seeds in fall to overwinter for spring growth. To Start Transplants: sow 1 in. apart in a container of seed starting mix and cover about 1/4 in. deep. Provide a strong light source until seedlings are 2 to 3 in. tall. Transplant 4 in. apart, burying crowns 1 in. deep. To Start Outdoors: sow seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Space 1 in. apart in rows 8 in. apart. Cover 1/4 in. deep, firm soil well over seeds, and keep evenly moist. Thin seedlings gradually to final 4 in. spacing, using the tasty thinnings. 
<ul>
<li>Plant In: January - April </li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
<li>Plant rows 1 inch apart </li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>10-14 days to germinate </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Rossa di Milano Onion, Long Day, Heirloom, Organic

Western Pollinator Seed Mixture The Western Pollinator Mix contains native wildflowers for pollinator conservation in the western United States and southwest Canada. The eastern planting boundary would be a line straight south from the eastern borders of North and South Dakota and then go west until you hit the Pacific. It contains a balanced blend of native annuals and perennials that provide nectar and pollen throughout the growing season. If you have specific mix requirements for pollinator habitat conservation projects, please contact us regarding a custom mix for your area. Flowers: Narrow Leaved Milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis), Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii), Blanketflower (Gaillardia aristata), California Bluebell (Phacelia campanularia), California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica), Clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata), Crown Tickseed (Coreopsis nuecensis), Dwarf Godetia (Clarkia amoena), Dwarf Helenium (Helenium amarum), Fleabane Daisy (Erigeron speciosus), Globe Gilia (Gilia capitata), Golden Aster (Heterotheca villosa), Lacy Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia), Lewis Flax (Linum lewisii), Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria), Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera), Rocky Mountain Beeplant (Cleome serrulata), Rocky Mountain Penstemon (Penstemon strictus), Showy Goldeneye (Heliomeris multiflora), Utah Sweetvetch (Hedysarum boreale), Yellow Lupine (Lupinus microcarpus densiflorus) Seeding Rates: 5 oz for 1,000sq ft 7-14lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings) 1 Acre with Grass - 7 lbs per acre 1 Acre with Flowers - 14 lbs per acre 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 200 sq ft Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer. The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days

<h3 itemprop="name" class="product_title entry-title">Western Pollinator Seed Mixture</h3>
The Western Pollinator Mix contains native wildflowers for pollinator conservation in the western United States and southwest Canada. The eastern planting boundary would be a line straight south from the eastern borders of North and South Dakota and then go west until you hit the Pacific. It contains a balanced blend of native annuals and perennials that provide nectar and pollen throughout the growing season.  If you have specific mix requirements for pollinator habitat conservation projects, please contact us regarding a custom mix for your area.
Flowers:
<ul>
<li>Narrow Leaved Milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis), </li>
<li>Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii), </li>
<li>Blanketflower (Gaillardia aristata), </li>
<li>California Bluebell (Phacelia campanularia), </li>
<li>California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica), </li>
<li>Clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata), </li>
<li>Crown Tickseed (Coreopsis nuecensis), </li>
<li>Dwarf Godetia (Clarkia amoena), </li>
<li>Dwarf Helenium (Helenium amarum), </li>
<li>Fleabane Daisy (Erigeron speciosus), </li>
<li>Globe Gilia (Gilia capitata), </li>
<li>Golden Aster (Heterotheca villosa), </li>
<li>Lacy Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia), </li>
<li>Lewis Flax (Linum lewisii), </li>
<li>Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria), </li>
<li>Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera), </li>
<li>Rocky Mountain Beeplant (Cleome serrulata), </li>
<li>Rocky Mountain Penstemon (Penstemon strictus), </li>
<li>Showy Goldeneye (Heliomeris multiflora), </li>
<li>Utah Sweetvetch (Hedysarum boreale), </li>
<li>Yellow Lupine (Lupinus microcarpus densiflorus)</li>
</ul>
Seeding Rates: 
<ul>
<li>5 oz for 1,000sq ft</li>
<li>7-14lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings)</li>
<li>1 Acre with Grass - 7 lbs per acre 
</li>
<li>1 Acre with Flowers - 14 lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 200 sq ft</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer.  The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20 days</li>
</ul>

Western Pollinator Seed Mixture (Native Mix Western U.S)

1/4 oz

1 oz

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1 lb

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Butterfly Seed Flower Mixture If you love butterlfies, this mix is for you. The Butterfly Mixture contains annual and perennial flowers that will provide nectar to many species of butterflies, including brushfoots, monarchs, skippers, sulphurs and swallowtails. Nine species of plants in this mix are larval host plants which provide food for many species of butterfly and skipper larvae. Check out all of our pollinator mixes at Pollinator Mix Add some native grasses to and you have a great all aorund mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly flowers. This mix is ideal for all parts of the United States as it has a wide range of native plants that aren't harmful for butterflies on their migration paths. If you want to improve this mix for you regions, please add packets or bulk seed of specific natives. For example, if on the west coast please add Narrowleaf Milkweed. If east of the Rocky Mountains, please add Common or Red Milkweed. Flowers: Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), Candytuft (Iberis umbellata), Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus), Dwarf Godetia (Clarkia amoena), Gayfeather (Liatris spicata), Illinois Bundleflower (Desmanthus illinoensis), Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella), Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata), New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae), Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa atropurpurea), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea), Roundheaded Bush Clover (Lespedeza capitata), Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maximum), Siberian Wallflower (Cheiranthus allionii), Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima), Sweet William Pinks (Dianthus barbatus), Zinnia (Zinnia elegans) Seeding Rates: 7 oz for 1,000sq ft 10-20 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings) 1 Acre with Grass - 10 lbs per acre 1 Acre for just Flowers - 20 lbs per acre 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 175 sq ft Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer. The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days

<h3 class="product_title entry-title">Butterfly Seed Flower Mixture</h3>
If you love butterlfies, this mix is for you. The Butterfly Mixture contains annual and perennial flowers that will provide nectar to many species of butterflies, including brushfoots, monarchs, skippers, sulphurs and swallowtails. Nine species of plants in this mix are larval host plants which provide food for many species of butterfly and skipper larvae. Check out all of our pollinator mixes at <a rel="noopener" title="Firefly Farm Butterfly and Bee Flower Mixes" href="https://admin.shopify.com/store/firefly-farm-and-mercantile/collections/414549606636" target="_blank">Pollinator Mix</a>
Add some native grasses to and you have a great all aorund mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly flowers. This mix is ideal for all parts of the United States as it has a wide range of native plants that aren't harmful for butterflies on their migration paths.  If you want to improve this mix for you regions, please add packets or bulk seed of specific natives.  For example, if on the west coast please add Narrowleaf Milkweed. If east of the Rocky Mountains, please add Common or Red Milkweed. 
Flowers:
<ul>
<li>Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta),</li>
<li>Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa),</li>
<li>Candytuft (Iberis umbellata),</li>
<li>Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus),</li>
<li>Dwarf Godetia (Clarkia amoena),</li>
<li>Gayfeather (Liatris spicata),</li>
<li>Illinois Bundleflower (Desmanthus illinoensis),</li>
<li>Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella),</li>
<li>Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata),</li>
<li>New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae),</li>
<li>Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa atropurpurea),</li>
<li>Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea),</li>
<li>Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea),</li>
<li>Roundheaded Bush Clover (Lespedeza capitata),</li>
<li>Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maximum),</li>
<li>Siberian Wallflower (Cheiranthus allionii),</li>
<li>Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima),</li>
<li>Sweet William Pinks (Dianthus barbatus),</li>
<li>Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)</li>
</ul>
Seeding Rates: 
<ul>
<li>7 oz for 1,000sq ft</li>
<li>10-20 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings)</li>
<li>1 Acre with Grass - 10  lbs per acre 
</li>
<li>1 Acre for just Flowers - 20 lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 175 sq ft</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer.  The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20 days</li>
</ul>

Butterfly Flower Mixture - Natives and Friendly Companions

Native Flower Mix for Monarch Butterfly Seed Flower Mixture Monarch populations have been in decline for a number of years, and the loss of nectar sources and milkweeds has been indicated as a major contributor to these declines. This mixture is composed of native wildflowers and milkweeds which supply nectar sources to adult monarchs. Milkweeds are utilized for egg-laying and provide food to monarch caterpillars. This mixture is intended for use in the monarch’s summer breeding range and flyway zones of the Midwestern United States. Add some native grasses to and you have a great all around mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly to flowers. Flowers: Autumn Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale), Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa), Butterflyweed Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), Clasping Coneflower (Rudbeckia amplexicaulis), Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum), Cutleaf Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata), Gayfeather (Liatris spicata), Hoary Vervain (Verbena stricta), Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella), Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata), New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae), Ox-Eye Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides), Prairie Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Rigid Goldenrod (Solidago rigida), Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve), Spotted Joe Pyeweed (Eutrochium maculatum), Swamp (Red) Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), Tickseed Sunflower (Bidens aristosa), Wild Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Seeding Rates: 8 oz for 1,000sq ft (No existing plants) 11-22 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings) 1 Acre with Grass - 11 lbs per acre 1 Acre for just Flowers - 22 lbs per acre 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 155 sq ft Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer. The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days

<h3 class="product_title entry-title">Native Flower Mix for Monarch Butterfly Seed Flower Mixture</h3>
Monarch populations have been in decline for a number of years, and the loss of nectar sources and milkweeds has been indicated as a major contributor to these declines.  This mixture is composed of native wildflowers and milkweeds which supply nectar sources to adult monarchs.  Milkweeds are utilized for egg-laying and provide food to monarch caterpillars.  This mixture is intended for use in the monarch’s summer breeding range and flyway zones of the Midwestern United States.
Add some native grasses to and you have a great all around mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly to flowers.
Flowers:
<ul>
<li>Autumn Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale),</li>
<li>Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa),</li>
<li>Butterflyweed Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa),</li>
<li>Clasping Coneflower (Rudbeckia amplexicaulis),</li>
<li>Cup Plant (Silphium perfoliatum),</li>
<li>Cutleaf Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata),</li>
<li>Gayfeather (Liatris spicata),</li>
<li>Hoary Vervain (Verbena stricta),</li>
<li>Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella),</li>
<li>Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata),</li>
<li>New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae),</li>
<li>Ox-Eye Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides),</li>
<li>Prairie Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata),</li>
<li>Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea),</li>
<li>Rigid Goldenrod (Solidago rigida),</li>
<li>Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve),</li>
<li>Spotted Joe Pyeweed (Eutrochium maculatum),</li>
<li>Swamp (Red) Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata),</li>
<li>Tickseed Sunflower (Bidens aristosa),</li>
<li>Wild Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)</li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
Seeding Rates: 
<ul>
<li>8 oz for 1,000sq ft (No existing plants)</li>
<li>11-22 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings)</li>
<li>1 Acre with Grass - 11  lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 Acre for just Flowers - 22 lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 155 sq ft</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer.  The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20 days</li>
</ul>

Native Flower Mix for Monarch Butterfly Seed Mixture, 20 Native Flowers, (Midwest Specific)

We are adding this to our Firefly farm & Mercantile wildflower collection and will be offering bulk and packets. - This shade seed mixture contains a colorful array of more than 15 annuals and perennials that tolerate partial shade. Not suitable for densely shaded areas, it works best in locations that receive strong, filtered sunlight or 1-4 hous of direct sun per day. Characteristics: Long-lasting colorful blooms Plants grow to 28-32 inches tall Perfect for fresh or dried arrangements Works well in borders 110-120 Days, annual Seeds include Annual Baby's Breath (Gypsophila elegans), Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii), Candytuft (Iberis umbellata), Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum amabile), Chinese Houses (Collinsia heterophylla), Clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata), Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas), Dwarf Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris), Giant Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea), Johnny Jump-Up (Viola cornuta), Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Rocket Larkspur (Delphinium consolida), Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maximum), Spurred Snapdragon (Linaria maroccana), Sweet William Pinks (Dianthus barbatus), Tussock Bellflower (Campanula carpatica) Instructions - Sow the mix 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date. Mix the seed with some sand or sawdust, broadcast the seed, and then go over the area with a rake to work the seed into the soil a little. Direct Seed: 1/4" deep Germination: 10-14 days Light: Partial Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

We are adding this to our Firefly farm &amp; Mercantile wildflower collection and will be offering bulk and packets. - This shade seed mixture contains a colorful array of more than 15 annuals and perennials that tolerate partial shade. Not suitable for densely shaded areas, it works best in locations that receive strong, filtered sunlight or 1-4 hous of direct sun per day.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Long-lasting colorful blooms</li>
<li>Plants grow to 28-32 inches tall</li>
<li>Perfect for fresh or dried arrangements</li>
<li>Works well in borders</li>
<li>110-120 Days, annual</li>
</ul>
Seeds include
<ul>
<li>Annual Baby's Breath (Gypsophila elegans),</li>
<li>Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii),</li>
<li>Candytuft (Iberis umbellata),</li>
<li>Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum amabile),</li>
<li>Chinese Houses (Collinsia heterophylla),</li>
<li>Clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata),</li>
<li>Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas),</li>
<li>Dwarf Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris),</li>
<li>Giant Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea),</li>
<li>Johnny Jump-Up (Viola cornuta),</li>
<li>Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata),</li>
<li>Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea),</li>
<li>Rocket Larkspur (Delphinium consolida),</li>
<li>Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum maximum),</li>
<li>Spurred Snapdragon (Linaria maroccana),</li>
<li>Sweet William Pinks (Dianthus barbatus),</li>
<li> Tussock Bellflower (Campanula carpatica)</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow the mix 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date. Mix the seed with some sand or sawdust, broadcast the seed, and then go over the area with a rake to work the seed into the soil a little.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed: 1/4" deep </li>
<li>Germination: 10-14 days </li>
<li>Light: Partial Sun </li>
</ul>
 Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Shade Flower Mix (Best in Partial Shade)

Packet (1/4 oz)

🌿 Bronze Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum') The Smoky "Designer's Herb" for Foodies & Butterflies Elevate your garden with the dramatic, airy elegance of Bronze Fennel. Far more than just a culinary herb, this stunning perennial is a favorite among landscape designers for its tall, feathery fronds of deep smoky-purple and copper. With its sweet, anise-like fragrance and shimmering metallic foliage, Bronze Fennel serves as a breathtaking "living screen" in the garden and a gourmet staple in the kitchen. 📜 Historical Heritage & Folklore Fennel is one of the world's oldest cultivated plants, with deep roots in Ancient Mediterranean civilizations. The Greeks called it marathos, and the famous site of the Battle of Marathon actually means "a place with fennel." Historically, Roman soldiers consumed fennel to build strength and courage, while Roman women ate it to suppress hunger and maintain their figure. During the Middle Ages, fennel was hung over doorways on Midsummer’s Eve to ward off evil spirits. The "Bronze" variety is a sought-after ornamental selection of the common green fennel, specifically refined for its rich color. It became a darling of English "cottage gardens" in the 19th century and remains a centerpiece of modern "New Perennial" planting styles today. ✨ Product Highlights Stunning Ornamental Foliage: Soft, fine-textured plumes of dark bronze that turn to a dusty green-gold as the plant matures. A "Nursery" for Butterflies: One of the primary host plants for Black Swallowtail butterflies. If you plant it, you will see their beautiful striped caterpillars! Gourmet Flavor: Every part of the plant is edible! Use the feathery leaves for a sweet licorice zing in salads and fish dishes, or harvest the yellow flower umbels for the world's most aromatic pollen. Tall & Majestic: Reaches heights of 5 to 6 feet, providing incredible vertical interest and texture at the back of the border. Perennial Reliability: A hardy plant that returns year after year, often becoming a permanent, beloved fixture of the garden. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Hardy Perennial (Zones 5–9) Height 4 to 6 feet Sun Requirement Full Sun (6-8+ hours) Days to Maturity 65 Days (Leaves) / 100+ Days (Seeds) Growth Habit Tall, Upright, Feathery Wildlife Value High (Butterfly Host & Bee Magnet) 🌱 How to Grow Bronze Fennel 1. Sowing the Seeds:Fennel has a long taproot and does not like being moved. Direct sowing into the garden is highly recommended. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. Spacing: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart. 2. The Best Spot:Bronze Fennel thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is remarkably drought-tolerant once established. Note on Location: Because it grows so tall, plant it at the back of your garden beds where it won't shade out smaller plants. 3. Maintenance: Watering: Water regularly until established; after that, it can handle dry spells with ease. Pruning: If you want to keep the foliage looking fresh and "bronze," cut the flower heads off before they go to seed. Self-Sowing: Bronze Fennel is a prolific self-seeder. If you don't want "volunteer" fennel popping up next year, deadhead the yellow flowers before they turn brown. 4. Harvesting: Leaves: Snip the feathery fronds as needed once the plant is at least 12 inches tall. Seeds: If you want the seeds, let the flower heads dry on the plant until they turn brown, then shake them into a paper bag. 🥗 Culinary & Design Tip In the kitchen, Bronze Fennel pairs beautifully with grilled fish, citrus salads, and roasted carrots. In the garden, its dark, smoky texture looks breathtaking when planted next to silver-leaved plants like Dusty Miller or bright, hot-colored flowers like Orange Zinnias. Garden Warning: Keep Fennel away from Dill and Coriander to prevent cross-pollination, and avoid planting it near tomatoes or beans, as Fennel can occasionally stunt their growth! 🦋🌿

<h2 data-line="0" id="🌿 Bronze Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum')">🌿 Bronze Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum')</h2>
The Smoky "Designer's Herb" for Foodies &amp; Butterflies
Elevate your garden with the dramatic, airy elegance of Bronze Fennel. Far more than just a culinary herb, this stunning perennial is a favorite among landscape designers for its tall, feathery fronds of deep smoky-purple and copper. With its sweet, anise-like fragrance and shimmering metallic foliage, Bronze Fennel serves as a breathtaking "living screen" in the garden and a gourmet staple in the kitchen.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore</h3>
Fennel is one of the world's oldest cultivated plants, with deep roots in Ancient Mediterranean civilizations. The Greeks called it marathos, and the famous site of the Battle of Marathon actually means "a place with fennel."
Historically, Roman soldiers consumed fennel to build strength and courage, while Roman women ate it to suppress hunger and maintain their figure. During the Middle Ages, fennel was hung over doorways on Midsummer’s Eve to ward off evil spirits. The "Bronze" variety is a sought-after ornamental selection of the common green fennel, specifically refined for its rich color. It became a darling of English "cottage gardens" in the 19th century and remains a centerpiece of modern "New Perennial" planting styles today.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Stunning Ornamental Foliage: Soft, fine-textured plumes of dark bronze that turn to a dusty green-gold as the plant matures.</li>
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A "Nursery" for Butterflies: One of the primary host plants for Black Swallowtail butterflies. If you plant it, you will see their beautiful striped caterpillars!</li>
<li data-line="17">
Gourmet Flavor: Every part of the plant is edible! Use the feathery leaves for a sweet licorice zing in salads and fish dishes, or harvest the yellow flower umbels for the world's most aromatic pollen.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Tall &amp; Majestic: Reaches heights of 5 to 6 feet, providing incredible vertical interest and texture at the back of the border.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Perennial Reliability: A hardy plant that returns year after year, often becoming a permanent, beloved fixture of the garden.</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">
<tr data-line="24">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Hardy Perennial (Zones 5–9)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Height</td>
<td>4 to 6 feet</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (6-8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>65 Days (Leaves) / 100+ Days (Seeds)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Tall, Upright, Feathery</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Wildlife Value</td>
<td>High (Butterfly Host &amp; Bee Magnet)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Bronze Fennel">🌱 How to Grow Bronze Fennel</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Fennel has a long taproot and does not like being moved. Direct sowing into the garden is highly recommended.
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<li data-line="39">
When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked.</li>
<li data-line="40">
Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="41">
Spacing: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart.</li>
</ul>
2. The Best Spot: Bronze Fennel thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is remarkably drought-tolerant once established.
<ul data-line="45">
<li data-line="45">
Note on Location: Because it grows so tall, plant it at the back of your garden beds where it won't shade out smaller plants.</li>
</ul>
3. Maintenance:
<ul data-line="48">
<li data-line="48">
Watering: Water regularly until established; after that, it can handle dry spells with ease.</li>
<li data-line="49">
Pruning: If you want to keep the foliage looking fresh and "bronze," cut the flower heads off before they go to seed.</li>
<li data-line="50">
Self-Sowing: Bronze Fennel is a prolific self-seeder. If you don't want "volunteer" fennel popping up next year, deadhead the yellow flowers before they turn brown.</li>
</ul>
4. Harvesting:
<ul data-line="53">
<li data-line="53">
Leaves: Snip the feathery fronds as needed once the plant is at least 12 inches tall.</li>
<li data-line="54">
Seeds: If you want the seeds, let the flower heads dry on the plant until they turn brown, then shake them into a paper bag.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="58" id="🥗 Culinary &amp; Design Tip">🥗 Culinary &amp; Design Tip</h3>
In the kitchen, Bronze Fennel pairs beautifully with grilled fish, citrus salads, and roasted carrots. In the garden, its dark, smoky texture looks breathtaking when planted next to silver-leaved plants like Dusty Miller or bright, hot-colored flowers like Orange Zinnias.
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Garden Warning: Keep Fennel away from Dill and Coriander to prevent cross-pollination, and avoid planting it near tomatoes or beans, as Fennel can occasionally stunt their growth! 🦋🌿
</blockquote>

Bronze Fennel, Ancient Food and Medicine, Organic Options Available

Firefly Farm 125 Seeds

Firefly Farm 125 Organic Seeds

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - A lively addition to salads. Young orach is tender, perfect for microgreens, or mesclun mix. The slightly spicy upright plants hold their flavor even in hot weather. Characteristics: Organic Best when harvested between 6" and 2' tall Self-sowing .5g (~60 Seeds per packet) 29-44 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 2-3 weeks after the last frost. Harvest leaves that are 4-6" tall, harvest continually, and make successive plantings. Direct Seed: 2" Apart Seed Depth: 1/2" Germination: 7-10 Days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange  - A lively addition to salads. Young orach is tender, perfect for microgreens, or mesclun mix. The slightly spicy upright plants hold their flavor even in hot weather. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Best when harvested between 6" and 2' tall</li>
<li>Self-sowing</li>
<li>.5g (~60 Seeds per packet)</li>
<li>29-44 days</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors 2-3 weeks after the last frost. Harvest leaves that are 4-6" tall, harvest continually, and make successive plantings. 
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed: 2" Apart</li>
<li>Seed Depth: 1/2"</li>
<li>Germination: 7-10 Days</li>
<li>Thin: 6-8" Apart </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Magenta Magic Orach, Mountain Spinach

Starts shipping November 15th, 2025! We grew this and watched it all summer and it did not disappoint. We started from seed in the gardens on 6/1 and harvested our first seed 9/29. It produced and produced! We will add more to this story soon. Original Seedstock received from Seed Saver's Exchange - Pole bean, strongly climbing. Straight; constricted; uniformly bright green pods; smooth. Leaves dark green. Fully expanded pods measure 2.9-3.9 and 0.3-0.4 wide. White flowers. Mature pods contain 7 seeds. Small white cuboid shaped seed. Hard seeded. Late maturing snap beans. Moderately high productivity. Donated to SSE in 1981 by bean collector John Withee of Lynnfield, Massachusetts and the Wanigan Associates. John received this variety from Silas Gilliam of Virginia. Silas stated that he received this variety in the early 1960s from Arlie Hubbard of Virginia, who was known for laughing all the time. SSE Accession # 101499 John Withee, 1981 Excellent for fresh eating Snap bean White flowers Pole habit 65-75 days 25 seeds - Will do a 10' row Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Trellis, Fence, or Tee-Pee Rows 36-48" apart

Starts shipping November 15th, 2025! We grew this and watched it all summer and it did not disappoint. We started from seed in the gardens on 6/1 and harvested our first seed 9/29. It produced and produced! We will add more to this story soon. 
Original Seedstock received from Seed Saver's Exchange - Pole bean, strongly climbing. Straight; constricted; uniformly bright green pods; smooth. Leaves dark green. Fully expanded pods measure 2.9-3.9 and 0.3-0.4 wide. White flowers. Mature pods contain 7 seeds. Small white cuboid shaped seed. Hard seeded. Late maturing snap beans. Moderately high productivity. Donated to SSE in 1981 by bean collector John Withee of Lynnfield, Massachusetts and the Wanigan Associates. 
John received this variety from Silas Gilliam of Virginia. Silas stated that he received this variety in the early 1960s from Arlie Hubbard of Virginia, who was known for laughing all the time. SSE Accession # 101499 John Withee, 1981
<ul>
<li>Excellent for fresh eating</li>
<li>Snap bean</li>
<li>White flowers</li>
<li>Pole habit</li>
<li>65-75 days</li>
<li>25 seeds - Will do a 10' row</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Planting Depth 1"</li>
<li>Trellis, Fence, or Tee-Pee</li>
<li>Rows 36-48" apart</li>
</ul>

Laughing Arlie Greasy, (Pole) Heirloom 1960's

Laughing Arlie Greasy Bean, (Pole) Heirloom 1960's

Sold out for 2025 - Renee's Garden - Ours is an especially strong blooming strain of this heat tolerant treasured heirloom. Its ancestry can be traced to the first wild sweet peas from Sicily named for Father Francis Cupani, the Italian monk who discovered and sent them back to England in the 17th century. These intensely perfumed, beautifully bicolored flowers have petals of deep maroon purple and orchid-violet. The fragrance of these classic simple blossoms truly wafts in the air, delighting every passerby. Characteristics: Heat tolerant Large ruffled blooms Our oldest Sweet Pea Lasting cut flowers Approx 35-40 seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, plant in fall; seeds will germinate and form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Plant in: February - April Full sun Plant 1 inch deep Plant 2-3 inches apart 12-20 days to germinate Mature Height:1-2 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Sold out for 2025 - Renee's Garden - Ours is an especially strong blooming strain of this heat tolerant treasured heirloom. Its ancestry can be traced to the first wild sweet peas from Sicily named for Father Francis Cupani, the Italian monk who discovered and sent them back to England in the 17th century. These intensely perfumed, beautifully bicolored flowers have petals of deep maroon purple and orchid-violet. The fragrance of these classic simple blossoms truly wafts in the air, delighting every passerby. <meta charset="utf-8">
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Heat tolerant 
</li>
<li>Large ruffled blooms</li>
<li>Our oldest Sweet Pea 
</li>
<li>Lasting cut flowers </li>
<li>Approx 35-40 seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, plant in fall; seeds will germinate and form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
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<ul>
<li>Plant in: February - April </li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Plant 1 inch deep </li>
<li>Plant 2-3 inches apart </li>
<li>12-20 days to germinate </li>
<li>Mature Height:1-2 feet</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Cupani's Original Sweet Pea, 1600's Heirloom's

Renee's Garden - EXCLUSIVE - Our custom blended color palette of especially fragrant antique varieties offers both beautiful cool shades and plants with significantly more heat tolerance than other sweet pea varieties. You’ll have a succession in bloom with “Flora Norton” (pastel blue), “Lord Nelson” (deep blue), “Mrs. Collier” (creamy-white), “Lady Grisel Hamilton” (pastel lavender) and “Captain of the Blues” (mauve-blue). This lovely perfumed mix blooms on strong climbing vines that easily cover a trellis or fence.. Characteristics: 6-10' Feet Large ruffled blooms Lasting cut flowers Approx 40-45 seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, plant in fall; seeds will germinate and form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Plant in: February - April Full sun Plant 1 inch deep Plant 2-3 inches apart 12-20 days to germinate Mature Height:1-2 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - EXCLUSIVE - Our custom blended color palette of especially fragrant antique varieties offers both beautiful cool shades and plants with significantly more heat tolerance than other sweet pea varieties. You’ll have a succession in bloom with “Flora Norton” (pastel blue), “Lord Nelson” (deep blue), “Mrs. Collier” (creamy-white), “Lady Grisel Hamilton” (pastel lavender) and “Captain of the Blues” (mauve-blue). This lovely perfumed mix blooms on strong climbing vines that easily cover a trellis or fence.. <meta charset="utf-8">
Characteristics: 
<li>6-10' Feet 
</li>
<li>Large ruffled blooms</li>
<li>Lasting cut flowers </li>
<li>Approx 40-45 seeds</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, plant in fall; seeds will germinate and form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
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<ul>
<li>Plant in: February - April </li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Plant 1 inch deep </li>
<li>Plant 2-3 inches apart </li>
<li>12-20 days to germinate </li>
<li>Mature Height:1-2 feet</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Jewels of Albio Sweet Pea, Antique Sweet Pea Blend

Renee's Garden - We’ve made up a special color blend of very fragrant Mammoth heirloom sweet peas, selecting true blue, lavender, deep mauve & violet varieties, along with just the right proportion of cream flowers for contrast. All the colors bloom together, with long stemmed, large blossoms richly scented with that special sweet pea fragrance that reminds us of orange blossoms and honey. The rich shades of these lovely flowers make a beautiful garden display and stunning romantic bouquets for indoor enjoyment. Characteristics: Heirloom Pollinators & Beneficials Annual climbing vine Spring/summer bloom Frost tolerant 40-45 Seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters Full sun or part-day shade Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep Days to germinate: 12-28 days Mature Height: 6-8 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - We’ve made up a special color blend of very fragrant Mammoth heirloom sweet peas, selecting true blue, lavender, deep mauve &amp; violet varieties, along with just the right proportion of cream flowers for contrast.
All the colors bloom together, with long stemmed, large blossoms richly scented with that special sweet pea fragrance that reminds us of orange blossoms and honey.
The rich shades of these lovely flowers make a beautiful garden display and stunning romantic bouquets for indoor enjoyment.
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Annual climbing vine  
</li>
<li>Spring/summer bloom </li>
<li>Frost tolerant  </li>
<li>40-45 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. 
<ul>
<li>Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters  
</li>
<li>Full sun or part-day shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 12-28 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 6-8 feet  
</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Mermaid's Dream Sweet Pea, Heirloom

Renee's Garden - EXCLUSIVE - Bred by Dr. Keith Hammett, early blooming Strawberry Fields offers long stems of luscious blossoms that remind us of the colors in a bowl of freshly harvested sliced strawberries in delicious hues of coral-red with just a touch of cream in the buds. These exuberant, fresh faced blossoms contrast beautifully with their green calyxes and leaves to make a sweetly scented medley of form and color. They'll provide armfuls of perfumed bouquets to pick to your heart's content. Characteristics: Heirloom Pollinators & Beneficials Annual climbing vine Spring/summer bloom Frost tolerant 35-40 Seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters Full sun or part-day shade Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep Days to germinate: 12-28 days Mature Height: 6-8 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - EXCLUSIVE - Bred by Dr. Keith Hammett, early blooming Strawberry Fields offers long stems of luscious blossoms that remind us of the colors in a bowl of freshly harvested sliced strawberries in delicious hues of coral-red with just a touch of cream in the buds. These exuberant, fresh faced blossoms contrast beautifully with their green calyxes and leaves to make a sweetly scented medley of form and color. They'll provide armfuls of perfumed bouquets to pick to your heart's content.
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Annual climbing vine  
</li>
<li>Spring/summer bloom </li>
<li>Frost tolerant  </li>
<li>35-40 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. 
<ul>
<li>Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters  
</li>
<li>Full sun or part-day shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 12-28 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 6-8 feet  
</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Strawberry Fields Sweet Pea, Fragrant

Renee's Garden - EXCLUSIVE - Imported from the best traditional English sweet pea breeder, we are proud to offer this careful blend made up of clear, rich colors chosen for outstanding quality and garden performance. This lovely mix represents the royalty of classic English Spencer sweet peas, with perfectly formed, big ruffled flowers. The long stems of beautiful blossoms make glorious scented displays both in the garden and as perfumed bouquets. Characteristics: Heirloom Pollinators & Beneficials Annual climbing vine Spring/summer bloom Frost tolerant 35-40 Seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters Full sun or part-day shade Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep Days to germinate: 12-28 days Mature Height: 6-8 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - EXCLUSIVE - Imported from the best traditional English sweet pea breeder, we are proud to offer this careful blend made up of clear, rich colors chosen for outstanding quality and garden performance. This lovely mix represents the royalty of classic English Spencer sweet peas, with perfectly formed, big ruffled flowers. The long stems of beautiful blossoms make glorious scented displays both in the garden and as perfumed bouquets.
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Annual climbing vine  
</li>
<li>Spring/summer bloom </li>
<li>Frost tolerant  </li>
<li>35-40 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. 
<ul>
<li>Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters  
</li>
<li>Full sun or part-day shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 12-28 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 6-8 feet  
</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Spencer Ruffled Sweet Pea, Heirloom

Renee's Garden - These charming and very fragrant flowers will delight old-fashioned sweet pea lovers with their unusual patterned blossoms. Saltwater Taffy’s lush flowers are uniquely “flaked” with rippled swirls of deeper color that glow against the pastel background of each petal. We’ve blended delectable color tints so you’ll have vines with soft pink, lilac, violet and rose-red swirled blossoms all from the same packet. These strong blooming, intricately marked flowers make their own bouquets! . Characteristics: Heirloom Pollinators & Beneficials Annual climbing vine Variegated Spring/summer bloom Frost tolerant 30-35 Seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters Full sun or part-day shade Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep Days to germinate: 12-28 days Mature Height: 6-8 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - These charming and very fragrant flowers will delight old-fashioned sweet pea lovers with their unusual patterned blossoms. Saltwater Taffy’s lush flowers are uniquely “flaked” with rippled swirls of deeper color that glow against the pastel background of each petal. We’ve blended delectable color tints so you’ll have vines with soft pink, lilac, violet and rose-red swirled blossoms all from the same packet. These strong blooming, intricately marked flowers make their own bouquets! .
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Annual climbing vine </li>
<li>Variegated Spring/summer bloom </li>
<li>Frost tolerant  </li>
<li>30-35  Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">
Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut.
<ul>
<li>Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters </li>
<li>Full sun or part-day shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 12-28 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 6-8 feet </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Saltwater Taffy Swirls Sweet Pea, Heirloom

🫑 Carolina Wonder Pepper The Sweet Bell with a Hidden Superpower Southern Exposure Seed Exchange provides this powerhouse pepper to us. If you have struggled to grow bell peppers due to soil pests, the Carolina Wonder is the answer to your garden prayers. This remarkable variety produces heavy yields of classic, thick-walled, sweet bell peppers that transition from a vibrant green to a deep, waxy red. But its true value lies beneath the surface: it is one of the most nematode-resistant sweet peppers ever developed, making it a "must-have" for southern gardeners and those with sandy soils. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin The Carolina Wonder is a triumph of modern public plant breeding. It was developed by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) at the U.S. Vegetable Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina, and released in the late 1990s. Breeding specialists Richard L. Fery and Judy A. Thies recognized that home gardeners in the South were losing entire crops to Root-Knot Nematodes (RKN)—microscopic soil-borne pests that attack plant roots. Unlike many modern pest-resistant varieties that are hybrids (F1), the Carolina Wonder was released as an open-pollinated variety. This was a gift to the gardening community, as it allowed growers to save their own seeds year after year while maintaining that vital, life-saving resistance. It remains the gold standard for organic nematode management in the vegetable garden. ✨ Product Highlights Superior Resistance: Specifically bred to thrive in soils where other peppers wither due to Root-Knot Nematodes. Garden Workhorse: Known for being an exceptionally heavy producer of 3-to-4-lobed fruits. Thick & Sweet: The fruits have thick, crunchy walls and a sugary, mild flavor—perfect for stuffing, roasting, or fresh salads. Seed Saver Approved: As an open-pollinated variety, you can save the seeds from your best peppers to plant again next season. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Annual (Sweet Bell Pepper) Fruit Color Green (unripe) to Red (ripe) Days to Maturity 75–80 Days Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Plant Height 24–30 inches Resistance High Resistance to Southern Root-Knot Nematodes 🌱 How to Grow Carolina Wonder Peppers 1. Starting Indoors:Peppers are heat-lovers and have a long growing season. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Use a heat mat to keep soil temperatures between 75–85°F for the best germination. 2. Transplanting:Wait until the soil is thoroughly warm and nighttime temperatures are consistently above 60°F. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows. 3. Soil & Fertilization:While this variety resists nematodes, it still appreciates rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. Use a balanced organic fertilizer at planting time and avoid high-nitrogen feeds once the plant begins to flower, as this can lead to "all leaves and no fruit." 4. The "Southern" Advantage:If you live in a region with sandy soil (where nematodes thrive), the Carolina Wonder is your best defense. For maximum protection, practice crop rotation and plant these where you previously grew nematode-susceptible crops like tomatoes. 5. Harvesting: Green: Harvest early for a slightly more savory, "tangy" bell pepper flavor. Red: Leave them on the plant until they turn fully red for maximum sweetness and vitamin C content. Garden Tip: Because Carolina Wonder is so prolific, the branches can become heavy with fruit. Use a small pepper cage or a sturdy stake at planting time to prevent the branches from snapping under the weight of your harvest! 🧺

<h2 data-line="0" id="🫑 Carolina Wonder Pepper">🫑 Carolina Wonder Pepper</h2>
The Sweet Bell with a Hidden Superpower
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange provides this powerhouse pepper to us. If you have struggled to grow bell peppers due to soil pests, the Carolina Wonder is the answer to your garden prayers. This remarkable variety produces heavy yields of classic, thick-walled, sweet bell peppers that transition from a vibrant green to a deep, waxy red. But its true value lies beneath the surface: it is one of the most nematode-resistant sweet peppers ever developed, making it a "must-have" for southern gardeners and those with sandy soils.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
The Carolina Wonder is a triumph of modern public plant breeding. It was developed by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) at the U.S. Vegetable Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina, and released in the late 1990s.
Breeding specialists Richard L. Fery and Judy A. Thies recognized that home gardeners in the South were losing entire crops to Root-Knot Nematodes (RKN)—microscopic soil-borne pests that attack plant roots. Unlike many modern pest-resistant varieties that are hybrids (F1), the Carolina Wonder was released as an open-pollinated variety. This was a gift to the gardening community, as it allowed growers to save their own seeds year after year while maintaining that vital, life-saving resistance. It remains the gold standard for organic nematode management in the vegetable garden.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
Superior Resistance: Specifically bred to thrive in soils where other peppers wither due to Root-Knot Nematodes.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Garden Workhorse: Known for being an exceptionally heavy producer of 3-to-4-lobed fruits.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Thick &amp; Sweet: The fruits have thick, crunchy walls and a sugary, mild flavor—perfect for stuffing, roasting, or fresh salads.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Seed Saver Approved: As an open-pollinated variety, you can save the seeds from your best peppers to plant again next season.</li>
</ul>
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<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 (Sweet Bell Pepper)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Fruit Color</td>
<td>Green (unripe) to Red (ripe)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>75–80 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Plant Height</td>
<td>24–30 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Resistance</td>
<td>High Resistance to Southern Root-Knot Nematodes</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="34" id="🌱 How to Grow Carolina Wonder Peppers">🌱 How to Grow Carolina Wonder Peppers</h3>
1. Starting Indoors: Peppers are heat-lovers and have a long growing season. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Use a heat mat to keep soil temperatures between 75–85°F for the best germination.
2. Transplanting: Wait until the soil is thoroughly warm and nighttime temperatures are consistently above 60°F. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows.
3. Soil &amp; Fertilization: While this variety resists nematodes, it still appreciates rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. Use a balanced organic fertilizer at planting time and avoid high-nitrogen feeds once the plant begins to flower, as this can lead to "all leaves and no fruit."
4. The "Southern" Advantage: If you live in a region with sandy soil (where nematodes thrive), the Carolina Wonder is your best defense. For maximum protection, practice crop rotation and plant these where you previously grew nematode-susceptible crops like tomatoes.
5. Harvesting:
<ul data-line="49">
<li data-line="49">
Green: Harvest early for a slightly more savory, "tangy" bell pepper flavor.</li>
<li data-line="50">
Red: Leave them on the plant until they turn fully red for maximum sweetness and vitamin C content.</li>
</ul>
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<blockquote data-line="54">
Garden Tip: Because Carolina Wonder is so prolific, the branches can become heavy with fruit. Use a small pepper cage or a sturdy stake at planting time to prevent the branches from snapping under the weight of your harvest! 🧺
</blockquote>

Carolina Wonder Sweet Pepper, Organic, Nematode-Resistant Pepper

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange -A pre 1912 heirloom, Developed from a cross combining the size and production of Chinese Giant with the shape and color of Ruby King. 3 x 4 in., thick fleshed bells, very sweet when red, 3 ft. tall plants. Organic & Open-Pollinated 72 days from transplant for green .3 grams of seeds, ~35-50 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange -A pre 1912 heirloom, Developed from a cross combining the size and production of Chinese Giant with the shape and color of Ruby King. 3 x 4 in., thick fleshed bells, very sweet when red, 3 ft. tall plants.
<ul>
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>72 days from transplant for green</li>
<li>.3 grams of seeds, ~35-50 seeds </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 6-8 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

World Beater (Ruby Giant) Sweet Pepper, pre-1912 Heirloom, Organic

Renee's Seed -EXCLUSIVE - We import these brilliantly colored, authentic Thai chiles direct from the source! Vigorous Killian ripens bright orange with delicious medium hot/sweet pungency, perfect minced in sauces and salads. Damian’ fiery little fruits point up like flames, with that nutty, incendiary pungency just right for stir-fries. Use fresh or air dry for tantalizing Asians style dishes. Seeds are color-coded with food grade stain to distinguish varieties; be sure to plant some of each. Red seed = DamianUndyed seed = Killian Organic & Open-Pollinated Mildly Hot pepper 50,000 - 100,000 Scoville Units 85 days from transplant for green .25 grams of seeds, ~50-55 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Renee's Seed -EXCLUSIVE - We import these brilliantly colored, authentic Thai chiles direct from the source! Vigorous Killian ripens bright orange with delicious medium hot/sweet pungency, perfect minced in sauces and salads. Damian’ fiery little fruits point up like flames, with that nutty, incendiary pungency just right for stir-fries. Use fresh or air dry for tantalizing Asians style dishes. 
Seeds are color-coded with food grade stain to distinguish varieties; be sure to plant some of each. 
Red seed = Damian Undyed seed = Killian
<ul>
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Mildly Hot pepper 50,000 - 100,000 Scoville Units</li>
<li>85 days from transplant for green</li>
<li>.25 grams of seeds, ~50-55 seeds </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 6-8 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

Full Moon & Vesuvius Thai Chiles Pepper, Organic

Thai Duo - Damian Red & Killian Orange

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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

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

Organic Seed Potatoes

Strawberry Spinach: The Edible Heirloom Curiosity 🍓🍃 The Seed Savers Exchange - (Chenopodium capitatum) (aka Strawberry Blite) Grown in Europe for centuries. Very showy compact 18" plants are grown for their nutritious triangular toothed leaves and tender shoots, used in salads or steamed. Shiny red mulberry-like fruits are edible and can be added to salads or used to make dyes. Becoming scarce. Self-seeding annual, 90 days. Step back in time with Strawberry Spinach (Chenopodium capitatum), one of the most visually stunning and conversation-starting plants you can grow. Neither a true strawberry nor a true spinach, this dual-purpose heirloom offers succulent, nutritious greens and a bounty of jewel-like red berries that look like they belong in a fairy tale. 🏛️ A Botanical Time Traveler Also known as "Beetberry" or "Blite," Strawberry Spinach is a native of North America but became a beloved staple in European monastery gardens in the 1600s. Ancient Roots: It was widely grown in Europe for centuries before modern spinach varieties took over. Natural Dye: Historically, the juice from the brilliant red berries was so concentrated it was used by indigenous peoples and early settlers as a natural dye for cloth, basketry, and even as a primitive ink. A Renaissance Rediscovery: After nearly disappearing from commercial catalogs in the 20th century, it has seen a massive resurgence among heirloom enthusiasts who value "edible landscapes." ✨ Why You’ll Love Growing It Two-in-One Harvest: You get tender, nutty leaves for your salads and bright red berries for snacking or garnishing. Striking Beauty: As the plant matures, it produces clusters of bright crimson fruits along the stems, creating a dramatic contrast against the jagged green foliage. Heat Tolerant: Unlike traditional spinach, which "bolts" (goes to seed) the moment the sun gets hot, Strawberry Spinach is much more resilient in summer weather. Self-Seeding Wonder: Once you plant it, you’ll likely have it forever! It drops its seeds readily, providing a "volunteer" crop every spring. 🌿 Product Specifications Feature Details Common Name Strawberry Spinach / Beetberry Botanical Name Chenopodium capitatum Family Amaranthaceae (Related to Beets and Quinoa) Plant Type Annual Mature Height 12 – 18 Inches Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Days to Maturity 45 Days (Leaves) / 90 Days (Berries) 🍽️ Culinary Profile: Leaves & Berries Flavor Note: Do not expect the berries to taste like a store-bought strawberry! They have a very mild, subtle sweetness with a refreshing, earthy undertone similar to a beet or a mulberry. The Greens: Harvest the young, arrow-shaped leaves early in the season. They taste like a slightly nuttier, richer version of spinach and are excellent raw or sautéed with garlic. The Berries: The berries are most flavorful when they are a deep, dark red. They add a stunning pop of color to fruit salads, can be used to top desserts, or tossed into a summer spinach salad for a monochromatic look. 📖 Growing & Care Tips Direct Sow: Like its cousin the beet, Strawberry Spinach has a taproot and prefers to be sown directly into the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. Light to Germinate: Press the small seeds into the soil but barely cover them; they need a bit of light to wake up. Spacing: Thin plants to 6–10 inches apart. If left unthinned, they will stay small but still produce fruit. Support: When the plant is loaded with berries, the stems can become heavy. You can let them "flop" for a groundcover look, or provide a small low trellis to keep the berries off the soil. Add a dash of 17th-century magic to your garden beds. Order your Strawberry Spinach seeds today! 🛒✨

Strawberry Spinach, 1600's Heirloom

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

Moonlight Climbing Nasturtium (Climbing)

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

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