Latest Arrivals - Vegetables – Firefly Farm and Mercantile

Adona Cauliflower, F1, Organic $3.75 $5.95

Adorna Cauliflower - Strong, vigorous plants with beautiful, high quality heads and a short harvest window. Well-domed compact heads with dense flavorful white curds that resist becoming fuzzy or ricey. Heads are well-protected; wrapper leaves are well suited to tying or the "break, fold and cover" method of blanching. Tolerant of bacterial soft rot and downy mildew. Spring or fall crop 5" heads Hybrid 63 days from transplant 10 Seeds Instructions Cauliflowers are cool weather brassicas and should be timed for late spring harvests or fall and winter (mild climates) harvest. They can handle frosty conditions if acclimated before transplanting. Start 4-6 weeks before planting day. In general they can be planted 6 weeks before your average last frost. Cauliflower prefer well-drained fertile soil that is within the range of 6.0-7.5 pH. A general guideline is 2-3 lbs of 8-16-16 fertilizer over 100 sq ft of the garden area two weeks before planting or 1-2” of compost. If boron is not present in your soils, consider adding 1 Tbs per 100 sq ft. Consider using row covers to protect from pests such as flea beetles and moths. Loose, well-drained fertile soils Plant 1/2" deep Space plants 18" apart for fresh market Dress with compost every 30-45 days or you can use your favorite fertilizer.

Belstar Broccoli, F1, Organic, Non GMO $3.50 $3.90

High Mowing Organic Seeds - A versatile broccoli with excellent heat and cold tolerance and uniform, rounded heads. Great choice for spring, summer and fall plantings with excellent vigor. Plants are compact and produce small to medium-sized heads within a 10-14-day harvest window. Domes span 6-8" and average 1.5 lbs. Plants have been known to survive 20-degree temperatures with proper frost protection and care. From our partners at Bejo Seeds. Compact habit Heat tolerant 6-8" heads Hybrid (that is what F1 stands for) 25 Seeds Disease Resistance DetailsHigh Resistance: Fusarium YellowsIntermediate Resistance: Black Rot, White Rust Instructions - Moderately hardy annuals that combine qualities of mustard greens and broccoli for salads and light cooking. Grown for their tender flowering shoots, this large family of vegetables has no central head but many tender leaves and side shoots with penny size clusters of buds. Many plants in this family are quite beautiful in the garden, some favoring cooler seasons and some preferring heat. Use floating row cover when planting to protect from flea beetles. Will tolerate light frosts. Harvest multiple times as flower stalks peak above foliage or for a one-time harvest. Plant 1/2" deep Space 2" apart Row Spacing: 18-24" Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Big Rainbow Tomato, Organic, 1990 Polk County, Minnesota $3.75

Big Rainbow - A brightly colored tomato that looks like a rainbow as it ripens. They ripen red and gold with very little deformity or cat-facing. They are also pretty resistant to foliage disease and will keep bearing fruit until the frost hits. Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate Produces fruits over 2lbs 90 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet, .16g Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Covina Broccoli, F1, Organic, Non GMO $3.50 $3.55

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Vigorous plants withstand a wide range of environmental stresses to reliably produce uniform, tight domes. We were blown away by Covina F1’s performance in our field trials two years in a row when we had an unusually cold, wet year followed by an extremely hot, dry year. Both wildly different but equally stressful field conditions didn’t bother this workhorse broccoli - upright, large-framed plants produced big, tightly beaded heads for reliable harvests. Good for both spring and fall production. From our partners at Bejo Seeds. Extremely stress tolerant 6-8” heads Hybrid 25 Seeds Disease Resistance DetailsHigh Resistance: Fusarium YellowsIntermediate Resistance: Black Rot, White Rust Instructions - Moderately hardy annuals that combine qualities of mustard greens and broccoli for salads and light cooking. Grown for their tender flowering shoots, this large family of vegetables has no central head but many tender leaves and side shoots with penny size clusters of buds. Many plants in this family are quite beautiful in the garden, some favoring cooler seasons and some preferring heat. Use floating row cover when planting to protect from flea beetles. Will tolerate light frosts. Harvest multiple times as flower stalks peak above foliage or for a one-time harvest. Plant 1/2" deep Space 2" apart Row Spacing: 18-24" Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Cubo Orange Sweet Pepper, Organic $3.50 $3.90

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Broad-blocky, thick-walled fruits that are gorgeously orange when ripe. Plants are productive and resilient, covered in medium green peppers that ripen into a beautiful orange hue. Fruit is thick walled, juicy, clean and of incredible quality. Flavor is bright and fruity. This variety was a standout in our trials and is sure to become a grower favorite for its reliability and fruit quality. Developed by ReinSaat Breeding in Austria. Thick walls 3.5-4" fruits Open-Pollinated 10 Seeds Disease Resistance DetailsIntermediate Resistance: Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Instructions Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F. For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting. Plant 1/4" deep Plant Spacing: 12-18" Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers Harvest & Storage - Harvest first peppers promptly to stimulate further fruit production. Peppers can be harvested and eaten at either the unripe (green) or ripe (colored) stage. Colored peppers generally require 2 – 4 weeks longer. Store peppers at 50° - 54°F and 95% percent relative humidity. Chilling injury occurs at temperatures below 45°F. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Farao Cabbage, F1, Organic $3.50 $3.90

Farao Cabbage by High Mowing Organic Seeds - Delicious, early heads are sweet and tender! Leaves are thin and juicy with a slight peppery bite, perfect for stir-fries and egg rolls. Small, uniform heads with attractive rosebud wrappers are great for smaller households and pack nicely in boxes. Round heads with a short core hold well in summer heat; habit suitable for dense plantings. Early fresh market 3-4 lb heads Hybrid 25 Seeds 63 days from transplants Disease Resistance DetailsIntermediate Resistance: Tip Burn Instructions - Cabbages prefer well-drained fertile soil that is within the range of 6.0-7.5 pH. A general guideline is 2-3 lbs of 8-16-16 fertilizer over 100 sq ft of the garden area two weeks before planting. If boron is not present in your soils, consider adding 1 Tbs per 100 sq ft. Direct sow when daytime soil temps warm to 75°F. Start seeds indoors or in cold frames 4-6 weeks before the planting date. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75°F but seeds will germinate in soils as cool as 50°F. Cabbage is mature when the tight outer leaf of the head begins to fold back on itself. Cut heads flat on the underside. Cabbage is best stored at 32°F, with high humidity and good air circulation. Loose, well-drained fertile soils Plant 1/2" deep Space 10-18" apart for fresh market; 18-24" for storage and processing Row Spacing: 12-18" for fresh market; 18-34" for storage and processing Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

French Mascotte Container Bush Beans $3.59 $4.39

Renee's Garden - Mascotte is the first true container green bean variety, perfect for patio pots and small space gardens. Developed by expert French breeders, these fast-growing compact, sturdy plants are extremely disease-resistant and produce heavy yields. You’ll enjoy their pretty cream colored blossoms, followed by super abundant, slender, crispy, delicious green beans. Beans are borne at the tops of the plants, so they are both ornamental and easy to harvest over a long period for garden to table eating. Characteristics: Containers and Small Space Gardening ~70 Seeds per packets Great for kids Instructions - Don’t plant too early; cold conditions prevent good bean germination. In late spring, when nights are securely above 55°F (13°C), sow seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Poke seeds in 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart in rows 1 1/2 to 2 feet apart. When the beans are hard and smooth inside dry and leathery pods, harvest the whole crop at once, or, if frost or excessive rain threatens, pull entire plants and finish drying in a sheltered spot. Shell out the completely dry beans by hand or put whole pods in a pillowcase and whack it on the ground to “spill the beans” from the pods. Put cleaned, shelled beans in the freezer for 3 to 4 days to eliminate any insects, then store in glass jars in a cool dry place. Plant in: May-June for cold winters or March-June for mild winters Full sun Sow Seeds: 4" apart, 1" deep 7-10 days to germinate Days to Harvest: 85-92 dried Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Giant Prague Celeriac, 1800's Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

New for 2025 - Seed Saver Exchange - If you’ve not yet tried this versatile, hardy, and easy-to-grow root vegetable, you're missing out! 'Giant Prague’ delivers a light celery flavor matched with a slight peppery taste and the classic sweetness of many root vegetables. Edible raw or cooked, celeriac excels in soups and casseroles and can be stored for up to eight months in a cool, dry place. 110-120 days. Mild, sweet celery flavor Can be eaten raw or cooked Excellent addition to soups and stews Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/8" deep in warm, moist soil, 10-12 weeks before planting outdoors. Transplant outdoors spacing 6" apart in 30" rows. Note: celeriac will bolt early if exposed to cool temperatures (below 55°F). Start indoors 10-12 weeks before the last frost Germinate 14 days Plant 24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Granny Cantrell's German Red/Pink Tomato, KY Heirloom $3.50 $3.75

Granny Cantrell's Tomato- 69-80 days. The only tomato grown by Lettie Cantrell of West Liberty since the '40s.] Large beefsteak, 1+ lb, tasty fruit on large, vigorous plants. Lettie died in January 2006, at the age of 96. Her tomato was voted best flavor at the 2010 Monticello Tomato Tasting. Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate Produces fruits over 2lbs 75 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet, .16g Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Grazer Krauthaeupte Lettuce, Heirloom $3.75 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - This Austrian crisphead variety produces tender, crisp, and exceptionally flavorful leaves on well-developed, uniform heads. Yellow-green leaves are light-purple along the head-forming leaf margins, while the outer leaves are highly toothed and blistered. Bolt-resistant plants reach 6-7" tall and 11-14" in diameter. Seed Savers Exchange acquired this variety from the late Mary Schultz, a SSE member and Exchange lister from Washington. Characteristics: Crisphead Yellow-green leaves with light-purple leaf margins Uniform lettuce heads Slow to bolt From the Collection, 2025 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 Seed Depth: 1/4" Germination: 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Homestead 24 Tomato, Organic, Heirloom 1966 $3.50 $3.75

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Homestead 24 - This variety was developed for hot and humid regions. It sets fruit even in hot temperatures and is productive most of the growing season. The tomatoes are red and are slightly flattened in shape. Humidity Tolerant Organic & Open-Pollinated Semi-Indeterminate 8 Oz fruit 80 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Igor Brussels Sprouts Seeds, F1, Organic,

Igor Brussels Sprouts, F1, Organic, $3.50 $3.90

Igor Brussels Sprouts - Winter hardy plants produce dark green sprouts abundantly on sturdy, vigorous stalks suitable for hand or mechanical harvest. Stalks are 30-32" tall and highly productive, without the need for pruning. Sweet, tender buds are tight and uniform with bottom sprouts that hold well while top sprouts fill out. Medium to late maturity with exceptional frost tolerance, allowing for harvest as late as January. Winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit. From the breeders at HILD. High yielding Winter hardy Suited for sales on the stalk Hybrid Planting Instructions Cool season brassicas love the cooler weather. Timing harvest for the fall season to winter season for mild climates is important. We prefer to raise them as starts but they can be direct sown as well. Sow indoors 4 weeks before last frost or direct sow when the ground can be worked Sow 1/4” deep, Germination 5-10 days Plant apart 24" Continue to dress with compost nor other choice fertilizers every 30-45 days or so as they are heavy feeders Use row covers to protect from flea beetles, moths and other pests. Harvesting after a frost will yield very sweet Brussels.

Kelvedon Runner Bean, 1950 Heirloom, British Origin $3.75 $3.95

Producing crunchy, sweet, and fruity snap beans with an apple-grape flavor, this runner bean might unseat your favorite snap bean. In addition to tasting great fresh, the variety produces dry beans with a slightly sweet, earthy flavor and a smooth texture. A strong climber with beautiful flowers, the variety was developed by W. Deal & Sons Ltd., Kelvedon, Essex, England; introduced in 1950; and given to Seed Savers Exchange in 1981 by famed bean collector John Withee. Rarely available in the United States commercial seed trade, it is a marvel to be enjoyed. Characteristics: Red blossoms Unique Scent Beans mature to black and speckled mauve Used for ornamental purposes or as small snap pods or green shell beans Pole bean 75 days 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible. Direct Seed 2" apart Seed Depth: 1" Rows Apart: 24-36" Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Kovacs Family Lettuce, 1800's Hungary Heirloom $3.75 $5.25

The Seed Savers Exchange -This large, beautiful crisphead lettuce is truly versatile, delivering very crisp, very juicy, and very tasty leaves that excel in everything from salads to (yes!) soups. Plants reach 8-10" tall and 16-18" wide and produce firm, uniform heads and green-gray leaves with highly toothed margins. Lettuce lovers can thank the Kovacs family for this remarkable variety, which has been stewarded by the family for at least 120 years. Donor James Kovacs of Fisherville, Kentucky, noted that his grandfather (John Kovacs) brought this seed with him when he emigrated from Hungary to Pennsylvania in 1905. It’s the main ingredient in a family soup recipe that also contains sautéed onion and celery in a brown roux, with water or chicken broth, milk or half-and-half, and salt and pepper. Here is the recipe for those that are interested. ‘Kovacs Family Heirloom’ Lettuce Soup “This soup recipe, akin to a cream of spinach soup, was handed down from my grandparents to my parents to me,” James Kovacs of Fisherville, Kentucky, wrote in a letter that accompanied his seed donation. “In the Great Depression, all of the ingredients were [combined to make] free meals from the farm.” Ingredients: Lettuce, Onion, Celery, Flower, Butter or other fat, Water or Chicken Brown, Milk or Half & Half, Salt, Pepper Directions: Sauté diced onion and celery, then add flour and butter to make a brown roux that is somewhat dark but not quite as dark as for a gumbo. Add water or broth, some milk or half and half, and salt and pepper. Then add a copious number of lettuce leaves, like a colander full, and stir. Turn off the heat and let it sit for a few minutes to wilt the lettuce. An option is to add a teaspoon of cider vinegar to your soup bowl. Characteristics: Organic Heirloom Crisp and juicy 16-18" wide From the Collection, 2025 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 Seed Depth: 1/4" Germination: 7-14 days Thin: 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Little Crunch Snap Peas, Container or Hanging Baskets, Renee's Garden Seeds

Little Crunch Snap Peas, Container or Hanging Baskets $3.39 $3.69

Renee's Garden Seeds - Little Crunch is a delicious new snap pea developed especially for growing in containers. These versatile and ornamental 24-30 inch vines grow quickly and reward you with lots of chubby, crunchy-sweet pods that make scrumptious, fresh-from-the-vine snacks and fast stirfries. Train the little vines up short supports and they’re even easier to pick. Great for growing with kids who love to eat them snapped fresh off the vine. Open-Pollinated and Non-GMO 24-30" vines 13g of seeds, ~45 seeds Instructions - Peas thrive in cool weather. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Seeds will germinate in 7-14 days. These are designed for a small spaces and containers. Place 5 peas per squrae foot. Direct Seed 2-3" apart Plant 1/2" deep Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Magnoila Blossom Snap Pea, Tall Peas $3.25 $3.39

Renee's Garden Seeds - This highly productive, 5-8 foot tall vining snap pea has eye-catching bicolored purple blossoms that really shine in the garden. These pretty flowers are soon followed by an abundance of well filled, crunchy-sweet, plump pods. Keep the succulent pods picked (they are delicious right off the vine) and the vines will keep producing pods over a long harvest season. Sow again mid to late summer for fall harvest. Magnolia Blossom vines easily twine up any vertical supports making it quick and easy to harvest them. Characteristics: The sweet and crisp flavor Vines grow to 7-8 feet Snap pea 13g or ~45 Seeds Instructions - Peas thrive in cool weather. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Seeds will germinate in 7-14 days. Double rows of peas can be planted on each side of a trellis. Direct Seed 2-3" apart Plant 1/2" deep Plant Rows 24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Mint Seeds - Ancient Herbs and Pollinator Plants $3.75 $3.95

Mint seeds - This package contains a variety of mints, all so you can pick your favorites and plant those in the garden or in pots. Spearmint, Peppermint, Menthol Mint and more will be found as seeds. Characteristics: Perennial in zones 4-10 Plants grow to 1-3 feet tall Spearmint, Peppermint, Menthol Mint and more Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed in late spring. Can also be directly sown outdoors just before last spring frost. Spearmint will spread vigorously; to control its runners plant in a container sunk into ground. Prefers average well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Sow 1/8" deep Germination 7-10 days

Nautic Brussels Sprouts Seed, F1, Organic,

Nautic Brussels Sprouts, F1, Organic, $3.50 $3.90

Nautic Brussels Sprouts - Disease resistant variety for a reliable crop of tightly wrapped sprouts. Nautic F1's sprouts are spaced further apart, allowing plants to dry out quickly to avoid spread of disease and making it easier to harvest individual sprouts. Vigorous and sturdy plants with 1" sprouts. Easy to harvest Hybrid 10 Seeds per packet 120 days to harvest Disease Resistance DetailsHigh Resistance: Fusarium YellowsIntermediate Resistance: Black Rot Planting Instructions Cool season brassicas love the cooler weather. Timing harvest for the fall season to winter season for mild climates is important. We prefer to raise them as starts but they can be direct sown as well. Sow indoors 4 weeks before last frost or direct sow when the ground can be worked Sow 1/4” deep, Germination 5-10 days Plant apart 24" Continue to dress with compost nor other choice fertilizers every 30-45 days or so as they are heavy feeders Use row covers to protect from flea beetles, moths and other pests. Harvesting after a frost will yield very sweet Brussels.

Palla Rossa Radicchio, Chicory, over 300 years old, pre 1700 heirloom $3.75 $4.25

Seed Savers Exchange - Distinctively spicy and tangy, ‘Palla Rossa’ radicchio makes a delicious addition to any mixed-greens salad. It loses bitterness (and actually becomes sweeter) when cooked; Italians typically grill it with a bit of olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper. Biennial plants develop striking red heads that reach up to 4" in diameter and green outer leaves are the most typically eaten when young as baby greens. A gorgeous plant, radicchio was featured as an ornamental in the botanical gardens of Venetian aristocracy. 90 days. Quick growing 65-85 days 100 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Plant out when a light frost is still possible. Can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant closer together or cover centers for well-blanched, tender stems. Recommended to add calcium when planting. Thrives in cool weather and can withstand light frost. Amend with compost and apply mulch at base. Sow indoors 5-6 weeks before the last frost Plant Outdoors: 8-12" Apart Germinate 5-7 days Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Persimmon Tomato, Organic $3.25 $3.75

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Persimmon Tomato 88 days. Bicolored beefsteaks up to 2 lbs, great color and flavor. Yellow and red inside and out; color is mostly yellow with a red blush and red core on the blossom end. Ripens uniformly, keeps well for a beefsteak. Heat Tolerant Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate Amazingly large tomatoes 88 Days .16grams or ~40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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