Polar Bear Zinnia, Heirloom
$2.95
$3.95
Renee's Garden - These lovely old-fashioned “dahlia-flowering” zinnias have delighted gardeners for generations. Polar Bear's pure white, fully double, 4-inch flowers have golden centers that unfold into little yellow stars as the flowers mature. They are borne on long-stemmed, 3 1/2 to 4 foot, multi-branching plants that are excellent for cutting armfuls of blooms all summer long. Polar Bear's white-petaled flowers are a fabulous color accent in the garden and provide an abundance of beautiful and long-lasting bouquets.
Characteristics:
Heirloom
Butterfly & Hummingbird favorites
Pollinators & Beneficials
Annual
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tender
Instructions - To start in the garden, sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination.
To start early indoors, four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F (10°C) day and night.
Space seedlings 8-12 inches apart when large enough to handle to give plants room to mature and provide good air circulation. Zinnias grow readily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large and abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering help keep zinnias productive and discourage mildew. Pick just as blossoms begin opening and petals are tight. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets.
Plant in May-June for cold winters; April-June for mild winters
Full sun
Space seeds 3" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Days to germinate: 7-10 days
Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet
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Arugula Wasabi
$2.95
$3.29
Renee's Garden - A unique wild arugula, Wasabi’s leaves taste just like the complex, spicy flavor of freshly made wasabi paste. These delicious little plants grow quickly and easily, forming pretty leafy rosettes. More weather tolerant than other varieties, you can harvest whole plants or pick individual piquant leaves for zesty accents to everyday meals. When plants send up flower stalks, the little white blossoms are edible; use both leaves and flowers in salads, sandwiches, sushi, pasta, and barbecue.
Characteristics:
Renee's Garden Exclusive
Annual
Frost hardy
Delicious and spicy flavor
Weather tolerant
Approx 1000 seeds
Instructions -
Plant in spring (or late summer for a fall crop) directly into the garden in well-worked soil in full sun, or a spot that receives partial afternoon shade. Sow 1 inch apart and barely cover. Keep the seed bed evenly moist until seedlings emerge in 10 to 12 days. Begin harvesting individual young leaves in 4 to 5 weeks. In hot summer areas, wait to sow again in late summer for fall use, as extreme heat makes leaves extra pungent.
Plant in: April - May for cold winters or Spring-Fall for mild winters
Full sun / Part-day shade
Sow seeds 1 inch apart
10-12 days to germinate
Mature Height: 4-5 inches
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Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce, 1850's Heirloom, Organic
$3.25
$3.25
Easy, early tender green leaves that withstand heat, drought, and light frost.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - A highly adaptable lettuce for plantings throughout the season. Quickly produces a full-sized, bright green open head with distinctively savoyed leaves that hold salad dressing well. Popular baby leaf variety for a bright green contrasting leaf in salad mixes.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Grand Rapids-type
Baby leaf for salad mix
Highly disease resistance
28 days baby - 45 days full size
1/32 oz approx.
Instructions - Lettuce is cool-season annual in the Compositae family. Choose cool, well-drained, loose soil. Lettuce can be seeded in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth 1/8"
Space 8-12"
Thin 1-6" apart
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Cut & Come Again Zinnia
$2.95
$3.95
Renee's Garden - This beloved, old-fashioned zinnia got its name because the sturdy, vigorous plants bear continuously for months, providing armfuls of sweet, candy-bright flowers to enjoy both indoors and out. Cut and Come Again blooms in a wonderful color range that includes cream, salmon, rose pink, scarlet, butter yellow, magenta, crimson and cheerful orange. The vibrant, many-petaled 2 to 3-inch blooms come in double, single, and semi-double flower forms with centers that open into a circle of golden stars.
Characteristics:
Heirloom
Butterfly & Hummingbird favorites
Pollinators & Beneficials
Annual
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tender
Instructions - To start in the garden, sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seeds 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination.
To start early indoors, four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F (10°C) day and night.
Space seedlings 12 inches apart when large enough to handle to give plants room to mature and provide good air circulation. Zinnias grow readily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large and abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering help keep zinnias productive and discourage mildew. Pick when flower blossoms first open and petals are tight for the longest vase life. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets.
Plant in April-June
Full sun
Plant 1/2" deep
Space seeds 2-3" apart
Days to germinate: 5-10 days
Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet
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Nevada Lettuce, Organic
$3.25
$3.55
Excellent summer variety forms large, open heads of thick, vibrant green leaves.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Glossy and beautifully ruffled leaves with a satisfying combination of crunchy texture and buttery smoothness. Summer crisp characteristics lend excellent bolt resistance while maintaining good texture and flavor in the summer heat. Available as raw and pelleted seed.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Bolt tolerant
Good disease resistance
55 days
500 seeds
Instructions - Lettuce is cool-season annual in the Compositae family. Choose cool, well-drained, loose soil. Lettuce can be seeded in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth 1/8"
Space 8-12"
Thin 1-6" apart
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Drunken Woman Looseleaf Lettuce
$2.95
$3.25
Drunken Woman Looseleaf Lettuce - Gorgeous bright green leaves with ruffled - almost fringed - edges in deep bronze. Crisp texture, very beautiful with sweet taste. Slow to bolt.
Characteristics:
Organic
Slow to bolt
Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again
55 days
.5g, 400 -600 seeds
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
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Lolla Rossa Lettuce, 3100 BC Heirloom (5,000 years old), Organic
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful magenta leaves with tiny frills, light green bases. Mild flavor. Small 5-8" leaves. Excellent for cut-and-come-again lettuce when thickly sown. The leaves make a wonderful garnish. Looseleaf, 55 days. ±37,000 seeds/oz.
Lollo Rossa is believed to be from the ancient Roman days and was gifted to Cleopatra. It was a beloved lettuce 5,000 years ago and still is today. A true heirloom that is timeless.
Characteristics:
Organic
Magenta leaves with tiny frills
Leaves grow to 5-8 inches
Looseleaf and cut-and-come-again
55 days
250 seeds per packet
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
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Lovelock Lettuce, Organic
$3.25
$3.50
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Heat tolerant whorls of bright green leaves with deep red coloring on the leaf margins.
Heads close in late at maturity forming a dense, crisp head. Crisp, juicy and sweet with slightly savoyed leaves and blanched, bright green hearts. High Mowing is proud to be the exclusive producer of organic seed for this variety thanks to our partnership with Vitalis Organic Seeds. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder - learn more here. Available as raw or pelleted seed.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Full-size heads
Heat tolerant
Instructions - Choose cool, well-drained, loose soil with pH 6.2-6.8. Lettuce is sensitive to low pH. Lettuce can be seeded in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Days to maturity are from direct seeding in spring conditions.
Seeding Depth: 1/8”, seeds require a minimum amount of light for germination.
Plant Spacing: Babyleaf – continuous band. Full size – 8-12”
Row Spacing: Babyleaf - ¾” between bands, 16 rows/36” bed. Full size - 12-18” or 3 rows/36” bed, 5’ centers.
Harvest & Storage - Cut lettuce holds best when harvested in the morning and cooled rapidly. For salad mix or baby leaf production, harvest individual leaves when they reach the desired size or cut evenly across the bed making sure to stay above the growing tip. For a continuous harvest, sow lettuce every 3 weeks. Store just above freezing temperatures with 98% humidity.
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Yugoslavian Red Lettuce, Organic
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Red-tinged leaves form loose heads that can measure up to 12" across. Cutting the head in half exposes solid green interior leaves and an almost white center. Excellent mild flavor, one of our most popular lettuces. Butterhead, 55 days.
Characteristics:
Organic
Loose 12" heads with red-tinged leaves and green center
Soft texture and mild flavor
Butterhead lettuce
55 days
250 seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin: 10-12" Apart
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Magenta Lettuce, Organic
$3.25
$3.55
Summer crisp with crunchy bronze leaves and a bright green heart.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Our growers love this variety for its crisp texture, heat tolerance, strong disease resistance, and long shelf life. Displayed impressive resistance in our trials during six weeks of constant rain! Available as raw and pelleted seed.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Spring/Summer plantings
Good disease resistance
48 days
500 seeds
Instructions - Lettuce is cool-season annual in the Compositae family. Choose cool, well-drained, loose soil. Lettuce can be seeded in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth 1/8"
Space 8-12"
Thin 1-6" apart
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Red Velvet Lettuce, Organic
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Absolutely striking appearance. Tops of leaves are solid maroon, and the backs are green tinged with maroon. Seed Savers is proud to have reintroduced this variety in 2002.
Characteristics:
Organic
Soft, frilled leaves are maroon and green
Slow to bolt
Looseleaf and cut-and-come again
50 days
500 Seeds
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
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Red Deer Tongue Lettuce, Heirloom Cutting Lettuce
$2.79
$2.99
Renee's Garden - Red Deer Tongue’s long and beautiful triangular pointed leaves grow outward and upward to form loose heads just perfect to add great color to salads and the leaves have a succulent texture and melt-in-your-mouth flavor. Our special Red Deer Tongue strain has been carefully reselected for uniform dark red color, stronger plant vigor, and heat tolerance. The richly colored, deep ruby-hued leaves glow like a spring treasure in both the garden and kitchen.
Deer tongue lettuce came over to America around 1740 and was slowly cultivated to have different forms. This variation is unique as it is a vibrant red color that adds interest to both your garden and your plate.
Characteristics:
An early American flavor
Uniformly dark red leaves
Loose heads
Strong plant vigor
Heat tolerance
50-55 days
845 seeds
Instructions - In cool early spring weather, sow seeds in finely worked soil in full sun. Sow seeds about 1 inch apart over the entire seedbed or in wide rows, then cover lightly and evenly with 1/4 inch of fine soil. Firm soil gently and water with a fine spray. Keep the seedbed evenly moist. Plant again as the weather cools in late summer for fall salads. Thin seedlings stand about 6 inches apart so they have room to grow and mature. Heirloom Red Deer Tongue grows and tastes best grown in mild spring or cooler fall weather with consistent moisture.
Plant In: April-September for cold winters or February-September for mild winters
Full Sun
Sow seeds 1 inch apart
Plant 1/4" deep
7-14 days to germinate
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Astro Arugula, Organic
$3.25
$3.55
The commercial standard with long green leaves and a characteristic mildly spicy flavor.
High Mowing Organic Seed - Germinates quickly and tolerates cold and hot temperatures well. Our strain has a mix of "cut" and "strap" leaf shapes when grown as a baby leaf. Performs well as a cut-and-come-again crop.
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Heat and cold tolerant
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and the danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Direct Seed 1" apart
Planting Depth 1/4"
Germination 5-7 days
Thin 1-6" apart
Spicy Salad Mix, Organic
$3.45
$3.95
Seed Exchange - This spicy selection of greens will enliven a salad or add a dash of flavor to a sandwich. This delectable, colorful baby salad greens mix includes Tango and Speckled lettuce but raises the taste level with Red Russian kale, peppery arugula, endive, and Asian greens Peking Ta Ching Kou Pai Tsai and Mizuna. It can be used as a cut-and-come-again crop, or some plants can be left to grow and be eaten as they mature. Baby greens, 30 days.
Characteristics:
Organic
SSE Exclusive
Developed at SSE
Cut-and-come-again greens
Baby greens, 30 days
500 Seeds
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
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Catalogna Chicory Greens, Organic
$3.25
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Catalogna Chicory Greens, This well-known Italian chicory has green, deeply cut dandelion-like leaves with light green mid-ribs. More upright than the frillier varieties, it grows up to 16 in. tall, but is best harvested when smaller. (Cichorium intybus) 55 days.
Characteristics:
Organic
16" Tall
55 days
.5g, 375 seeds
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
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