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Currently we have Organic Listada di Gandia Eggplant from Seed Savers - Organic Listada de Gandia Eggplant (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com) High Mowing- Beautiful Striped Eggplant from Spain (often thought of as Italian) Very productive plants produce abundant tender, delicious fruits with unusually thin skin. Egg-shaped petite fruits fit in the palm of your hand and are great for smaller portions. Holds its color even at large sizes. Organic Harvest when 6-8 inches long Gourmet Appeal Striped Exterior 85 days from transplant 1/64 oz Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Eggplants germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 18-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Currently we have Organic Listada di Gandia Eggplant from Seed Savers - <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/products/organic-listada-de-gandia-eggplant">Organic Listada de Gandia Eggplant (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a> 
High Mowing- Beautiful Striped Eggplant from Spain (often thought of as Italian)
Very productive plants produce abundant tender, delicious fruits with unusually thin skin. Egg-shaped petite fruits fit in the palm of your hand and are great for smaller portions. Holds its color even at large sizes.
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Harvest when 6-8 inches long</li>
<li>Gourmet Appeal 
</li>
<li>Striped Exterior 
</li>
<li>85 days from transplant</li>
<li>1/64 oz</li>
</ul>
 
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Eggplants germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 18-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Listada di Gandia Eggplant, Organic

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🌻 Mammoth or Grey Stripe Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) The Towering Giant of the American Homestead Reclaim the legendary scale of the traditional farmstead with the Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflower. It is also known as Mammoth Russian, Tall Mammoth, or Russian Giant. This iconic heirloom is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the sunflower world, famous for its massive, single stalks that can soar up to 12 feet into the sky. Topped with a single, colossal flower head that can reach over a foot in diameter, the Mammoth Grey Stripe is as much a source of high-energy food as it is a breathtaking garden landmark. Whether you are growing for a "giant contest," harvesting your own roasting seeds, or feeding the backyard birds, this is the essential sunflower for every "big" garden. 📜 Historical Heritage: The "Russian" Traveler While the Helianthus annuus species is a native of North America, the Mammoth Grey Stripe has a fascinating international history. Indigenous people across the Great Plains cultivated these giants for thousands of years for their oil and nutritious seeds. In the 18th century, Tsar Peter the Great was so captivated by these American giants during a visit to the Netherlands that he brought seeds back to Russia. There, Russian farmers spent over a century selecting for the largest possible heads and the highest oil content, eventually stabilizing the "Russian Mammoth" strain. These improved seeds traveled back to America in the late 1800s with immigrants, where they were officially listed in seed catalogs like W. Atlee Burpee in the 1880s. To plant a Mammoth Grey Stripe is to grow a living bridge between ancient North American agriculture and European horticultural refinement. 🐦 The Ultimate Backyard "Bird Buffet" The Mammoth Grey Stripe is the single most important plant you can grow for avian wildlife. Because of its sheer scale, it provides a massive "all-you-can-eat" restaurant for local birds: Pollen & Nectar Goldmine: The massive central disc contains thousands of individual florets, providing a relentless supply of food for honeybees and bumblebees during the peak of summer. The "Big Bird" Favorite: The large, thin-shelled seeds are a primary food source for Blue Jays, Cardinals, and Woodpeckers. Natural Bird Feeder: By leaving the dried stalks standing through the winter, the heavy, bowed heads act as a natural, protected feeder that keeps seeds dry and accessible during the snow. A Habitat in the Sky: The enormous, coarse leaves provide shelter and hunting grounds for beneficial insects and small birds. ✨ Product Highlights Incredible Scale: Reaches heights of 8 to 12 feet (or more!) with flower heads 12 to 14 inches across. Edible Heirloom Seeds: Produces large, meaty seeds with the classic "grey stripe" coat—perfect for home roasting and snacking. Sturdy Single-Stalk: Unlike branching varieties, this puts all its energy into one massive, majestic bloom. Children’s Favorite: The fast growth and "Jack and the Beanstalk" scale make it the perfect project for young gardeners. High Yield: A single flower head can produce over 1,000 seeds. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Helianthus annuus (Giant Variety) Plant Type Annual Height 8 to 12+ feet Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Bloom Period Late Summer Days to Maturity 90–110 Days Flower Size 12 to 15 inches across 🌱 How to Grow Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflowers 1. Sowing the Seeds:Giant sunflowers have massive taproots and must be direct-sown for maximum stability. When: Sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is at least 65°F. Depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep. Germination: Expect sprouts in 7–14 days. 2. The Perfect Location:Choose a spot at the very back of your garden where they won't shade out smaller plants. They must have Full Sun. Because they are "heavy feeders," ensure the soil is deeply amended with compost or well-rotted manure. 3. Maintenance for Giants: Spacing: Thin seedlings to 24 inches apart. These giants need elbow room to reach their full potential. Watering: Water deeply and regularly. If the soil dries out during the head-forming stage, the flower size will be significantly reduced. Support: Given their 12-foot height and heavy heads, they may require staking or planting against a sturdy fence to prevent them from toppling in high winds. 🍴 Kitchen Tip: Roasting Your Harvest To harvest seeds, wait until the back of the flower head turns from green to yellow-brown and the seeds feel loose. Cut the head, hang it in a dry place, and once dry, rub the seeds off. Soak them overnight in salt water, drain, and roast at 300°F for 30–40 minutes for the ultimate home-grown snack! Garden Tip: Want to create a "Sunflower House"? Plant Mammoth Grey Stripes in a large square or circle, leaving a small opening for a "door." By mid-August, children will have a 10-foot tall, living, breathing secret hideout! 🏰🌻🐦

<h2 data-line="0" id="🌻 Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)">🌻 Mammoth or Grey Stripe Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)</h2>
The Towering Giant of the American Homestead
Reclaim the legendary scale of the traditional farmstead with the Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflower. It is also known as Mammoth Russian, Tall Mammoth, or Russian Giant. This iconic heirloom is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the sunflower world, famous for its massive, single stalks that can soar up to 12 feet into the sky. Topped with a single, colossal flower head that can reach over a foot in diameter, the Mammoth Grey Stripe is as much a source of high-energy food as it is a breathtaking garden landmark. Whether you are growing for a "giant contest," harvesting your own roasting seeds, or feeding the backyard birds, this is the essential sunflower for every "big" garden.
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<h3 data-line="7" id='📜 Historical Heritage: The "Russian" Traveler'>📜 Historical Heritage: The "Russian" Traveler</h3>
While the Helianthus annuus species is a native of North America, the Mammoth Grey Stripe has a fascinating international history. Indigenous people across the Great Plains cultivated these giants for thousands of years for their oil and nutritious seeds.
In the 18th century, Tsar Peter the Great was so captivated by these American giants during a visit to the Netherlands that he brought seeds back to Russia. There, Russian farmers spent over a century selecting for the largest possible heads and the highest oil content, eventually stabilizing the "Russian Mammoth" strain. These improved seeds traveled back to America in the late 1800s with immigrants, where they were officially listed in seed catalogs like W. Atlee Burpee in the 1880s. To plant a Mammoth Grey Stripe is to grow a living bridge between ancient North American agriculture and European horticultural refinement.
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<h3 data-line="14" id='🐦 The Ultimate Backyard "Bird Buffet"'>🐦 The Ultimate Backyard "Bird Buffet"</h3>
The Mammoth Grey Stripe is the single most important plant you can grow for avian wildlife. Because of its sheer scale, it provides a massive "all-you-can-eat" restaurant for local birds:
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<li data-line="17">
Pollen &amp; Nectar Goldmine: The massive central disc contains thousands of individual florets, providing a relentless supply of food for honeybees and bumblebees during the peak of summer.</li>
<li data-line="18">
The "Big Bird" Favorite: The large, thin-shelled seeds are a primary food source for Blue Jays, Cardinals, and Woodpeckers.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Natural Bird Feeder: By leaving the dried stalks standing through the winter, the heavy, bowed heads act as a natural, protected feeder that keeps seeds dry and accessible during the snow.</li>
<li data-line="20">
A Habitat in the Sky: The enormous, coarse leaves provide shelter and hunting grounds for beneficial insects and small birds.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="24" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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<li data-line="25">
Incredible Scale: Reaches heights of 8 to 12 feet (or more!) with flower heads 12 to 14 inches across.</li>
<li data-line="26">
Edible Heirloom Seeds: Produces large, meaty seeds with the classic "grey stripe" coat—perfect for home roasting and snacking.</li>
<li data-line="27">
Sturdy Single-Stalk: Unlike branching varieties, this puts all its energy into one massive, majestic bloom.</li>
<li data-line="28">
Children’s Favorite: The fast growth and "Jack and the Beanstalk" scale make it the perfect project for young gardeners.</li>
<li data-line="29">
High Yield: A single flower head can produce over 1,000 seeds.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="33" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
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<thead data-line="34">
<tr data-line="34">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="36">
<tr data-line="36">
<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>
Helianthus annuus (Giant Variety)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="37">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="38">
<td>Height</td>
<td>8 to 12+ feet</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="39">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="40">
<td>Bloom Period</td>
<td>Late Summer</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="41">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>90–110 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="42">
<td>Flower Size</td>
<td>12 to 15 inches across</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="46" id="🌱 How to Grow Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflowers">🌱 How to Grow Mammoth Grey Stripe Sunflowers</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Giant sunflowers have massive taproots and must be direct-sown for maximum stability.
<ul data-line="50">
<li data-line="50">
When: Sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is at least 65°F.</li>
<li data-line="51">
Depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="52">
Germination: Expect sprouts in 7–14 days.</li>
</ul>
2. The Perfect Location: Choose a spot at the very back of your garden where they won't shade out smaller plants. They must have Full Sun. Because they are "heavy feeders," ensure the soil is deeply amended with compost or well-rotted manure.
3. Maintenance for Giants:
<ul data-line="58">
<li data-line="58">
Spacing: Thin seedlings to 24 inches apart. These giants need elbow room to reach their full potential.</li>
<li data-line="59">
Watering: Water deeply and regularly. If the soil dries out during the head-forming stage, the flower size will be significantly reduced.</li>
<li data-line="60">
Support: Given their 12-foot height and heavy heads, they may require staking or planting against a sturdy fence to prevent them from toppling in high winds.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="62">
<h3 data-line="64" id="🍴 Kitchen Tip: Roasting Your Harvest">🍴 Kitchen Tip: Roasting Your Harvest</h3>
To harvest seeds, wait until the back of the flower head turns from green to yellow-brown and the seeds feel loose. Cut the head, hang it in a dry place, and once dry, rub the seeds off. Soak them overnight in salt water, drain, and roast at 300°F for 30–40 minutes for the ultimate home-grown snack!
<blockquote data-line="67">
Garden Tip: Want to create a "Sunflower House"? Plant Mammoth Grey Stripes in a large square or circle, leaving a small opening for a "door." By mid-August, children will have a 10-foot tall, living, breathing secret hideout! 🏰🌻🐦
</blockquote>

Mammoth or Grey Stripe Sunflower, 1800's Heirloom, Organic options Available

Firefly Farm 100 Seeds

Organic - 75 or more Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm 1500 Seeds

Our children love to pick flowers and cosmos let them pick all the flowers they seem to want. The more you pick them, the more they bloom. The Seed Savers Exchange - The gorgeous, prolific flowers of this variety stand out in any flower bed, container, or bouquet. Large 2½ -4" pure-white blooms have tufted centers and overlapping petals with fine pleats and zigzag edges. These graceful flowers are easy to grow and have an almost hypnotic effect when they sway in the breeze. New for 2020 Annual Easy-to-grow Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Cosmos prefer poor soil. They will thrive with very little attention and do not need a lot of water. Excellent cut flower. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming. May require staking. Sow 1/2" Deep Germination 3-10 days Plant 18-36" apart Full Sun to Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Our children love to pick flowers and cosmos let them pick all the flowers they seem to want.  The more you pick them, the more they bloom. 
The Seed Savers Exchange - The gorgeous, prolific flowers of this variety stand out in any flower bed, container, or bouquet. Large 2½ -4" pure-white blooms have tufted centers and overlapping petals with fine pleats and zigzag edges. These graceful flowers are easy to grow and have an almost hypnotic effect when they sway in the breeze.
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<blockquote>
<ul>
<li>New for 2020</li>
<li>Annual</li>
<li>Easy-to-grow</li>
</ul>
</blockquote>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Cosmos prefer poor soil. They will thrive with very little attention and do not need a lot of water. Excellent cut flower. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming. May require staking.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Germination 3-10 days
Plant 18-36" apart 
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Sensation Fizzy White Cosmos Flower

Seed Exchange - Native to Spain and the Pyrenees Mountains. Truly a classic garden flower that never goes out of fashion. Like all violas, can be used as an edible garnish with cheeses or salads. Plants are exceedingly free-blooming from spring through late autumn. Self-seeding biennial, 5-6" tall, (Viola x williamsiana) (aka Heartsease). Characteristics: Open-Pollinated Self-seeding biennial plants grow to 5-6 inches Purple and yellow blossoms Good for container growing Flower heads are edible Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors when the spring temperatures are still cool and a light frost is possible. Plants enjoy cool rich soil. Start indoors8-10 weeks before the last frost Germination 10-14 days Plant 6-9" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Seed Exchange - Native to Spain and the Pyrenees Mountains. Truly a classic garden flower that never goes out of fashion. Like all violas, can be used as an edible garnish with cheeses or salads. Plants are exceedingly free-blooming from spring through late autumn. Self-seeding biennial, 5-6" tall,  (Viola x williamsiana) (aka Heartsease).
Characteristics: 
Open-Pollinated
Self-seeding biennial plants grow to 5-6 inches
Purple and yellow blossoms
Good for container growing
Flower heads are edible
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors when the spring temperatures are still cool and a light frost is possible. Plants enjoy cool rich soil.
Start indoors8-10 weeks before the last frost
Germination 10-14 days
Plant 6-9" apart 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Johnny Jump-Up

Organic back in stock 6/23 - The Living Seed Company - The Yellow Pear is an extremely productive very old heirloom, producing tasty, pretty yellow, small pear shaped tomatoes. The adorable fruits are wonderful fresh as a snack, in salads and a great addition to salsa fresca. They are also great in pasta dishes, as an hors d'oeurve or for making tomato preserves. Organic & Open-Pollinated Excellent fresh eating Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 80-90 days from transplant 25 Seeds 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

Organic back in stock 6/23 - The Living Seed Company - The Yellow Pear is an extremely productive very old heirloom, producing tasty, pretty yellow, small pear shaped tomatoes. The adorable fruits are wonderful fresh as a snack, in salads and a great addition to salsa fresca. They are also great in pasta dishes, as an hors d'oeurve or for making tomato preserves.
<ul>
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Excellent fresh eating</li>
<li>Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season</li>
<li>80-90 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
Germination 7-14 days
Plant apart 24-36" 
Plants need trellising or staking
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Yellow Pear Tomato, 1802 Heirloom, Organic

Living Seed Company, Organic 20 Seeds

Firefly 25 Seeds

☀️ Summer Yellow Crookneck Squash: The Timeless Garden Classic Experience the quintessential taste of the American summer with the Yellow Crookneck Squash. One of the oldest and most reliable heirlooms in North America, this squash is beloved for its quirky "swan-neck" shape, bright golden color, and a rich, buttery flavor that modern zucchini simply can't match. 📜 History & Heritage: A Native American Legacy The Yellow Crookneck is a true "living antique" with a lineage that predates European arrival: Ancient Origins: This variety was cultivated for centuries by Native American tribes throughout the East Coast and the South. A Founding Favorite: It was a staple in the colonial gardens of the 1700s. Thomas Jefferson was a known fan, famously planting it at Monticello in the early 1800s. 1828 Debut: It was first officially listed in commercial seed catalogs (such as Thorburn’s) in 1828, making it one of the oldest continuously available squash varieties in the world. ✨ Key Features Distinctive Shape: Features a bulbous bottom and a slender, curved "crookneck." The skin is famous for its attractive warts and bumps, a hallmark of this traditional heirloom. Buttery & Nutty: Unlike common green zucchini, which can be watery, the Yellow Crookneck has a denser, firmer flesh with a distinctively nutty, savory sweetness. Heavy Producer: This is a "cut-and-come-again" vegetable. The more you harvest, the more the plant produces, ensuring a steady supply from mid-summer until frost. Space-Saving Bush Habit: Unlike winter squash that crawls for miles, this is a bush-type plant, making it ideal for smaller raised beds or even large containers. 🥗 Flavor & Texture Profile For the best eating experience, harvest these when they are "babies" (4–6 inches long) before the skin hardens. Attribute Description Color Bright Lemon Yellow Texture Firm, creamy, and fine-grained Flavor Rich, buttery, and slightly sweet Shape Curved neck with a swollen blossom end 🍴 Culinary Inspiration The Yellow Crookneck is a cornerstone of traditional Southern and Appalachian cooking: Southern Squash Casserole: Sautéed with onions, topped with crushed crackers and cheddar cheese, and baked until bubbly. Summer Stir-Fry: Its firm texture holds up beautifully to high heat, making it perfect for quick pan-searing with garlic and herbs. Classic Fried Squash: Slice into "coins," dredge in cornmeal, and pan-fry until golden and crispy. Raw Veggie Trays: The curved neck makes for a beautiful and crunchy addition to a crudité platter with dip. 🪴 Growing Information Days to Maturity: 50–55 days (One of the fastest vegetables in the garden!). Sun Requirements: Full Sun. Planting Habit: Compact Bush (2–3 feet wide). Harvest Tip: Pick frequently! For the most tender flavor and thinnest skin, harvest when the fruits are 5–6 inches long. If they get much larger, the seeds become tough and the skin becomes "warty" and hard. Gardener’s Tip: "Yellow Crookneck is a 'workhorse' plant. It’s naturally more resistant to certain pests than other summer squash, and because it matures so quickly, you can even do a second planting in mid-summer for a massive autumn harvest." Bring 200 years of flavor to your table.The Summer Yellow Crookneck Squash is a piece of American history that deserves a spot in every garden. Reliable, prolific, and delicious, it is the golden standard of the summer harvest. Order your seeds today!

<h2 data-line="0" id="☀️ Summer Yellow Crookneck Squash: The Timeless Garden Classic">☀️ Summer Yellow Crookneck Squash: The Timeless Garden Classic</h2>
Experience the quintessential taste of the American summer with the Yellow Crookneck Squash. One of the oldest and most reliable heirlooms in North America, this squash is beloved for its quirky "swan-neck" shape, bright golden color, and a rich, buttery flavor that modern zucchini simply can't match.
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<h3 data-line="6" id="📜 History &amp; Heritage: A Native American Legacy">📜 History &amp; Heritage: A Native American Legacy</h3>
The Yellow Crookneck is a true "living antique" with a lineage that predates European arrival:
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<li data-line="8">
Ancient Origins: This variety was cultivated for centuries by Native American tribes throughout the East Coast and the South.</li>
<li data-line="9">
A Founding Favorite: It was a staple in the colonial gardens of the 1700s. Thomas Jefferson was a known fan, famously planting it at Monticello in the early 1800s.</li>
<li data-line="10">
1828 Debut: It was first officially listed in commercial seed catalogs (such as Thorburn’s) in 1828, making it one of the oldest continuously available squash varieties in the world.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="12">
<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Key Features">✨ Key Features</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
Distinctive Shape: Features a bulbous bottom and a slender, curved "crookneck." The skin is famous for its attractive warts and bumps, a hallmark of this traditional heirloom.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Buttery &amp; Nutty: Unlike common green zucchini, which can be watery, the Yellow Crookneck has a denser, firmer flesh with a distinctively nutty, savory sweetness.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Heavy Producer: This is a "cut-and-come-again" vegetable. The more you harvest, the more the plant produces, ensuring a steady supply from mid-summer until frost.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Space-Saving Bush Habit: Unlike winter squash that crawls for miles, this is a bush-type plant, making it ideal for smaller raised beds or even large containers.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="22" id="🥗 Flavor &amp; Texture Profile">🥗 Flavor &amp; Texture Profile</h3>
For the best eating experience, harvest these when they are "babies" (4–6 inches long) before the skin hardens.
<table data-line="25">
<thead data-line="25">
<tr data-line="25">
<th>Attribute</th>
<th>Description</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="27">
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Color</td>
<td>Bright Lemon Yellow</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Texture</td>
<td>Firm, creamy, and fine-grained</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Flavor</td>
<td>Rich, buttery, and slightly sweet</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Shape</td>
<td>Curved neck with a swollen blossom end</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="32">
<h3 data-line="34" id="🍴 Culinary Inspiration">🍴 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
The Yellow Crookneck is a cornerstone of traditional Southern and Appalachian cooking:
<ol data-line="37">
<li data-line="37">
Southern Squash Casserole: Sautéed with onions, topped with crushed crackers and cheddar cheese, and baked until bubbly.</li>
<li data-line="38">
Summer Stir-Fry: Its firm texture holds up beautifully to high heat, making it perfect for quick pan-searing with garlic and herbs.</li>
<li data-line="39">
Classic Fried Squash: Slice into "coins," dredge in cornmeal, and pan-fry until golden and crispy.</li>
<li data-line="40">
Raw Veggie Trays: The curved neck makes for a beautiful and crunchy addition to a crudité platter with dip.</li>
</ol>
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<h3 data-line="44" id="🪴 Growing Information">🪴 Growing Information</h3>
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Days to Maturity: 50–55 days (One of the fastest vegetables in the garden!).</li>
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Sun Requirements: Full Sun.</li>
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Planting Habit: Compact Bush (2–3 feet wide).</li>
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Harvest Tip: Pick frequently! For the most tender flavor and thinnest skin, harvest when the fruits are 5–6 inches long. If they get much larger, the seeds become tough and the skin becomes "warty" and hard.</li>
</ul>
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Gardener’s Tip: "Yellow Crookneck is a 'workhorse' plant. It’s naturally more resistant to certain pests than other summer squash, and because it matures so quickly, you can even do a second planting in mid-summer for a massive autumn harvest."
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Bring 200 years of flavor to your table. The Summer Yellow Crookneck Squash is a piece of American history that deserves a spot in every garden. Reliable, prolific, and delicious, it is the golden standard of the summer harvest. Order your seeds today!

Yellow Crookneck  Squash, 1700's Heirloom, Organic

Firefly Farm ~15 Organic Seeds

High Mowing ~20 Organi Seeds

Firefly Farm ~100 Organic Seeds

Seed Exchange - Lovely waxy and golden beans that seem to go on forever. The beans are very productive and can be used in fresh eating, cooked, frozen and canned. Bush bean Wax bean with delicious flavor Stringless pods 5-7 inch long pods 50-65 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows 36-48" apart

Seed Exchange - Lovely waxy and golden beans that seem to go on forever. The beans are very productive and can be used in fresh eating, cooked, frozen and canned. 
<ul>
<li>Bush bean</li>
<li>Wax bean with delicious flavor</li>
<li>Stringless pods</li>
<li>5-7 inch long pods</li>
<li>50-65 days</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
Direct Seed 2" apart
Planting Depth 1"
Rows 36-48" apart

Pencil Pod Golden Wax Bush Bean, 1900 Heirloom

Seed Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1989 by Ralph Blackwell of Alabama. Ralph's family grew this variety for over a hundred years and his mother used it to make a dish similar to sauerkraut. Plants grow to 2' tall with blue-green leaves and purple stems/veins. Very good eating qualities. 60-80 days. Organic Plants grow to 2 feet tall Blue-green leaves with purple stems & veins Very good eating qualities 60-80 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 3 months before the last frost or sown inside for an early summer harvest. If sowing indoors, start 6-8 weeks before the last frost and plant right before the last frost. All collards are the most tender after a frost and can be harvested in snow. Plant 4" apart Plant 1/2" Deep Plant Rows 20-24" apart Thin 12" Apart 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)

Seed Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1989 by Ralph Blackwell of Alabama. Ralph's family grew this variety for over a hundred years and his mother used it to make a dish similar to sauerkraut. Plants grow to 2' tall with blue-green leaves and purple stems/veins. Very good eating qualities. 60-80 days.
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Plants grow to 2 feet tall</li>
<li>Blue-green leaves with purple stems &amp; veins</li>
<li>Very good eating qualities</li>
<li>60-80 days</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 3 months before the last frost or sown inside for an early summer harvest.  If sowing indoors, start 6-8 weeks before the last frost and plant right before the last frost. All collards are the most tender after a frost and can be harvested in snow.
Plant 4" apart
Plant 1/2" Deep
Plant Rows 20-24" apart 
Thin 12" Apart
 Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables">Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>

Ole Timey Blue Collard, pre-1890 heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - The dark-green, toothed leaves of this mint species are used for making tea and cocktails and for flavoring candies and desserts, as well as for adding fragrance to lotions and tinctures. Perennial in zones 4-10. Characteristics: Perennial in zones 4-10 Plants grow to 1-3 feet tall Dark green leaves with toothed edges The fresh, minty flavor 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 Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - The dark-green, toothed leaves of this mint species are used for making tea and cocktails and for flavoring candies and desserts, as well as for adding fragrance to lotions and tinctures. Perennial in zones 4-10. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Perennial in zones 4-10</li>
<li>Plants grow to 1-3 feet tall</li>
<li>Dark green leaves with toothed edges</li>
<li>The fresh, minty flavor</li>
</ul>
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
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Spearmint

🌿 Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum) The Elegant Perennial with a Gourmet Garlic Kick If you love the flavor of garlic but want the ease and grace of a perennial herb, Garlic Chives are a must-have for your garden. Also known as Chinese Chives or Oriental Garlic Chives, this versatile plant offers a sophisticated twist on the common chive. Instead of hollow tubes, Garlic Chives produce flat, strap-like leaves with a distinct, mild garlic aroma. But their utility doesn't end in the kitchen—their stunning, star-shaped white flowers are among the best late-summer nectar sources for pollinators. 📜 Historical Heritage & Global Origin Garlic Chives are native to East Asia, specifically the Himalayan regions of China and India. They have been a cornerstone of Asian agriculture and medicine for over 4,000 years. Historically, they were known in China as "Kow Choi" and were prized not only for their flavor but for their perceived ability to support digestion and improve stamina. During the 15th and 16th centuries, they traveled along the Silk Road into Europe, where they were eventually adopted into "physic gardens" and ornamental borders. Unlike many delicate herbs, Garlic Chives were celebrated for their "iron-clad" hardiness, surviving harsh winters and returning reliably every spring to feed the homestead. ✨ Product Highlights Mild Garlic Flavor: The leaves offer a subtle, sweet garlic zing—perfect for those who find raw garlic cloves too pungent. Late-Season Blooms: While common chives bloom in spring, Garlic Chives produce beautiful, fragrant white flower umbels in late summer (August–September). Pollinator Magnet: The white blossoms are a magnet for honeybees, butterflies, and beneficial predatory insects just as other garden flowers are fading. Pest Deterrent: Their scent helps deter aphids and Japanese beetles, making them a world-class companion for roses and tomatoes. Completely Edible: Use the leaves in stir-fries and dumplings, or use the crunchy, unopened flower buds (known as "flowering chives") as a gourmet delicacy. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Allium tuberosum Plant Type Perennial Herb (Hardy in Zones 3–9) Height 12 to 20 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Bloom Color Bright White Stars Days to Maturity 80–90 Days (from seed) Growth Habit Clump-forming 🌱 How to Grow Garlic Chives 1. Sowing the Seeds:Garlic Chives are easy to grow but require a little patience during germination. Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost for an earlier harvest. Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring once the soil can be worked. Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. Germination: Expect sprouts in 14–21 days. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy during this period. 2. Choosing a Location:Garlic Chives thrive in full sun but are remarkably tolerant of partial shade. They prefer rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. They are an excellent choice for raised beds, containers, or even tucked into the front of a perennial flower border. 3. Maintenance & Division: Watering: Water regularly until established. Mature clumps are quite drought-tolerant. Division: To keep the plants vigorous, dig up and divide the clumps every 3 years in the spring. The "Self-Seeding" Note: Unlike common chives, Garlic Chives are prolific self-seeders. If you don't want "volunteer" chives popping up in your garden, be sure to cut the flower heads off before they turn brown and drop their seeds. 4. Harvesting:Begin harvesting once the plants are at least 6 inches tall. Snip the outer leaves from the base of the plant. The flowers can also be harvested for beautiful, edible garnishes or used in dried floral arrangements. 🍳 Culinary Inspiration Garlic Chives are a staple in potstickers, spring rolls, and stir-fries. They also make an incredible "Garlic Chive Butter"—simply mince the leaves, fold them into softened butter with a pinch of sea salt, and slather over grilled corn or warm sourdough bread. Garden Tip: Don't throw away the flower stalks! They are stiffer and more architectural than common chive stalks, making them a fantastic, fragrant addition to late-summer bouquets. 💐🧄

<h2 id="🌿 Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum)" data-line="0">🌿 Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum)</h2>
The Elegant Perennial with a Gourmet Garlic Kick
If you love the flavor of garlic but want the ease and grace of a perennial herb, Garlic Chives are a must-have for your garden. Also known as Chinese Chives or Oriental Garlic Chives, this versatile plant offers a sophisticated twist on the common chive. Instead of hollow tubes, Garlic Chives produce flat, strap-like leaves with a distinct, mild garlic aroma. But their utility doesn't end in the kitchen—their stunning, star-shaped white flowers are among the best late-summer nectar sources for pollinators.
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<h3 id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Global Origin" data-line="7">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Global Origin</h3>
Garlic Chives are native to East Asia, specifically the Himalayan regions of China and India. They have been a cornerstone of Asian agriculture and medicine for over 4,000 years.
Historically, they were known in China as "Kow Choi" and were prized not only for their flavor but for their perceived ability to support digestion and improve stamina. During the 15th and 16th centuries, they traveled along the Silk Road into Europe, where they were eventually adopted into "physic gardens" and ornamental borders. Unlike many delicate herbs, Garlic Chives were celebrated for their "iron-clad" hardiness, surviving harsh winters and returning reliably every spring to feed the homestead.
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<h3 id="✨ Product Highlights" data-line="14">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Mild Garlic Flavor: The leaves offer a subtle, sweet garlic zing—perfect for those who find raw garlic cloves too pungent.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Late-Season Blooms: While common chives bloom in spring, Garlic Chives produce beautiful, fragrant white flower umbels in late summer (August–September).</li>
<li data-line="17">
Pollinator Magnet: The white blossoms are a magnet for honeybees, butterflies, and beneficial predatory insects just as other garden flowers are fading.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Pest Deterrent: Their scent helps deter aphids and Japanese beetles, making them a world-class companion for roses and tomatoes.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Completely Edible: Use the leaves in stir-fries and dumplings, or use the crunchy, unopened flower buds (known as "flowering chives") as a gourmet delicacy.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile" data-line="23">🛠️ 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>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Allium tuberosum</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Perennial Herb (Hardy in Zones 3–9)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Height</td>
<td>12 to 20 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Bloom Color</td>
<td>Bright White Stars</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>80–90 Days (from seed)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="32">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Clump-forming</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 id="🌱 How to Grow Garlic Chives" data-line="36">🌱 How to Grow Garlic Chives</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Garlic Chives are easy to grow but require a little patience during germination.
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<li data-line="40">
Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost for an earlier harvest.</li>
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Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring once the soil can be worked.</li>
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Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="43">
Germination: Expect sprouts in 14–21 days. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy during this period.</li>
</ul>
2. Choosing a Location: Garlic Chives thrive in full sun but are remarkably tolerant of partial shade. They prefer rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. They are an excellent choice for raised beds, containers, or even tucked into the front of a perennial flower border.
3. Maintenance &amp; Division:
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<li data-line="49">
Watering: Water regularly until established. Mature clumps are quite drought-tolerant.</li>
<li data-line="50">
Division: To keep the plants vigorous, dig up and divide the clumps every 3 years in the spring.</li>
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The "Self-Seeding" Note: Unlike common chives, Garlic Chives are prolific self-seeders. If you don't want "volunteer" chives popping up in your garden, be sure to cut the flower heads off before they turn brown and drop their seeds.</li>
</ul>
4. Harvesting: Begin harvesting once the plants are at least 6 inches tall. Snip the outer leaves from the base of the plant. The flowers can also be harvested for beautiful, edible garnishes or used in dried floral arrangements.
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<h3 id="🍳 Culinary Inspiration" data-line="58">🍳 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
Garlic Chives are a staple in potstickers, spring rolls, and stir-fries. They also make an incredible "Garlic Chive Butter"—simply mince the leaves, fold them into softened butter with a pinch of sea salt, and slather over grilled corn or warm sourdough bread.
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Garden Tip: Don't throw away the flower stalks! They are stiffer and more architectural than common chive stalks, making them a fantastic, fragrant addition to late-summer bouquets. 💐🧄
</blockquote>

Garlic Chives, Organic

Firefly Farm Seed 0.75g 150 seeds

Firefly Farm Organic Seed 0.75g `150 seeds

The Seed Savers Exchange - This essential herb bears fragrant grey-green, needlelike foliage and spikes of violet-blue flowers. Also known as True lavender, this Mediterranean native is highly valued for cutting and drying, as well as the aromatic fragrance and essential oils it produces. Plants grow 12-20" tall. Perennial in zones 5-9. Characteristics: A perennial plant in zones 5-9 Plants grow to 12-20 inches Short spikes of violet-blue flowers Good for cutting, drying, and essential oils Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Success is greatly improved if seeds are placed with soil into a plastic bag and refrigerated for 4-6 weeks. Once removed from refrigeration, place in an area that is between 55- 65°F. Plant out after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Prefers well-drained, somewhat poor soil and is tolerant of drought. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before planting Germination 15-45 days Plant 18-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability. Lettuce leaf basil is shown in the picture

The Seed Savers Exchange - This essential herb bears fragrant grey-green, needlelike foliage and spikes of violet-blue flowers. Also known as True lavender, this Mediterranean native is highly valued for cutting and drying, as well as the aromatic fragrance and essential oils it produces. Plants grow 12-20" tall. Perennial in zones 5-9.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>A perennial plant in zones 5-9</li>
<li>Plants grow to 12-20 inches</li>
<li>Short spikes of violet-blue flowers</li>
<li>Good for cutting, drying, and essential oils</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Success is greatly improved if seeds are placed with soil into a plastic bag and refrigerated for 4-6 weeks. Once removed from refrigeration, place in an area that is between 55- 65°F. Plant out after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Prefers well-drained, somewhat poor soil and is tolerant of drought.
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before planting
Germination 15-45 days
Plant 18-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability. Lettuce leaf basil is shown in the picture

English True Lavender, Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - A well-adapted introduction, most likely of Canadian Mennonite origin, later adopted by the Tarahumara tribe. Solid gold flowers are 8-10" in diameter. Primarily ivory-colored edible seeds with an occasional striped seed. Tolerant of poor conditions. Plants grow 6-9' tall. Annual, 80 days. Characteristics: Organic Annual flowers with golden petals grow to 10 inches across Edible seeds Plants grow to 6-9 feet tall Tolerates poor soil 80 days 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants. Sow 1/2" Deep Plant 6" Apart Germination 10-14 days Plant 24-36" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - A well-adapted introduction, most likely of Canadian Mennonite origin, later adopted by the Tarahumara tribe. Solid gold flowers are 8-10" in diameter. Primarily ivory-colored edible seeds with an occasional striped seed. Tolerant of poor conditions. Plants grow 6-9' tall. Annual, 80 days. 
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Annual flowers with golden petals grow to 10 inches across</li>
<li>Edible seeds</li>
<li>Plants grow to 6-9 feet tall</li>
<li>Tolerates poor soil</li>
<li>80 days</li>
<li>25 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Plant 6" Apart
Germination 10-14 days
Plant 24-36" apart 
Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Tarahumara White Seeded Sunflower, Heirloom over 300 years old

The Seed Savers Exchange - The Lenape Indians introduced this variety to the English Colonists sometime in the 1700s while many seed catalogs started listing it in the 1800s. The warted appearance of its bright yellow summer skin makes for an unusual-looking fruit but its sweet and mild flavor will become a quick favorite of your family. Characteristics: Summer Yellow warted skin Delicious when eaten young Very productive Summer squash 55-60 days 25 seeds per packet 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. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - The Lenape Indians introduced this variety to the English Colonists sometime in the 1700s while many seed catalogs started listing it in the 1800s. The warted appearance of its bright yellow summer skin makes for an unusual-looking fruit but its sweet and mild flavor will become a quick favorite of your family.
 Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Summer</li>
<li>Yellow warted skin</li>
<li>Delicious when eaten young</li>
<li>Very productive</li>
<li>Summer squash</li>
<li>55-60 days</li>
<li>25 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
 
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.
Plant 1/2" deep
Hill 6-8 seeds together
Thin to 3-4 plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Summer Crookneck  Squash, 1700's Heirloom, Organic

It's back for the 2026 season!!! Preorder today as they arrive in a few weeks. The Seed Savers Exchange - A Russian variety first offered by Peter Henderson & Co. in 1898. Obtained from the SSE member Glenn Drowns who introduced it into the Seed Savers Exchange in 1987. Green oblong watermelons weigh about 10 pounds. The flesh is very sweet, juicy, and apricot-colored. Characteristics: Organic Oblong fruits grow to 10 pounds Apricot-orange flesh Very sweet and juicy 80-85 days This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. 25 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 8' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 4 weeks before transplanting out. Watermelons love heat and prefer sandy or light-textured soils. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Sweet Siberian Watermelon, 1898 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced to gardeners in 1988 by Harris Moran. Described as “distinctly red; slow bolting; a fast mover for markets demanding unique vegetables.” Although a relatively recent introduction, we offer this variety since it is a garden rarity. Characteristics: Soft texture Slow to bolt Looseleaf and cut-and-come again 60 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 Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced to gardeners in 1988 by Harris Moran. Described as “distinctly red; slow bolting; a fast mover for markets demanding unique vegetables.” Although a relatively recent introduction, we offer this variety since it is a garden rarity. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Soft texture</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>Looseleaf and cut-and-come again</li>
<li>60 days</li>
<li>500 Seeds</li>
 
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 &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Flame Lettuce (Looseleaf), 1988 Popular Favorite

The Seed Savers Exchange - Melon lovers can thank a small group of Canadian preservationists for bringing back this incredibly flavorful variety in the 1990s. Its thick, green flesh is highly aromatic and has a sweet, complex taste. For peak flavor, harvest fruits when slightly under-ripe, before the rind turns yellow and the fruit softens. Melons are round to slightly flattened with a heavy, silvery netting and deep ribbing, measure 8" in diameter, and weigh 7-8 pounds. Organic. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 7-8 lbs Flesh is green with heavy silver netting Sweet and complex flavor Harvest before rind yellows for peak flavor New for 2021 From the Collection 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers  Exchange - Melon lovers can thank a small group of Canadian preservationists for bringing back this incredibly flavorful variety in the 1990s. Its thick, green flesh is highly aromatic and has a sweet, complex taste. For peak flavor, harvest fruits when slightly under-ripe, before the rind turns yellow and the fruit softens. Melons are round to slightly flattened with a heavy, silvery netting and deep ribbing, measure 8" in diameter, and weigh 7-8 pounds. Organic. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 7-8 lbs</li>
<li>Flesh is green with heavy silver netting</li>
<li>Sweet and complex flavor</li>
<li>Harvest before rind yellows for peak flavor</li>
<li>New for 2021</li>
<li>From the Collection</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Montreal Market Melon, Almost Extinct Favorite

The Seed Savers Exchange - One of the tallest-growing, biggest-headed, and largest-seeded varieties available to gardeners. This is the one for impressing your neighbors and winning awards at county fairs. Grow your own backyard giant this year—plants can grow 12' tall with large yellow heads reaching 18-24" across! Edible seeds. Annual, 75 days. Characteristics: Organic Annual flowers with edible seeds Plants grow to 12 feet tall Flower heads grow to 18-24 inches across 75 days 50 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants. Sow 1/2" Deep Plant 6" Apart Germination 10-14 days Plant 24-36" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - One of the tallest-growing, biggest-headed, and largest-seeded varieties available to gardeners. This is the one for impressing your neighbors and winning awards at county fairs. Grow your own backyard giant this year—plants can grow 12' tall with large yellow heads reaching 18-24" across! Edible seeds. Annual, 75 days. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Annual flowers with edible seeds</li>
<li>Plants grow to 12 feet tall</li>
<li>Flower heads grow to 18-24 inches across</li>
<li>75 days</li>
<li>50 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Plant 6" Apart
Germination 10-14 days
Plant 24-36" apart 
Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Titan Sunflower, Organic

I Found some! The Seed Savers Exchange - A French historic variety squash from the Bordeaux region; noted in Vilmorin’s Les Plantes Potageres (1883). Seed carried by La Ferme de Ste. Marthe and collected by SSE member Amy Goldman at the 1996 Tranzault Pumpkin Festival. Attains weight of 10-20 pounds. Best used for beautiful table centerpieces or eaten in stews and soups. Harvest squashes when slightly immature as they tend to crack. 90 days.(C. maxima) (aka Galeuse d’Eysines, Courge Brodée Galeuse) Characteristics: Fruits grow to 10-20 pounds Harvest when slightly immature to avoid cracking Eaten in stews and soups or used as decoration Winter squash 90 days 25 seeds per packet Planting 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. Plant 1" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

I Found some! 
The Seed Savers Exchange - A French historic variety squash from the Bordeaux region; noted in Vilmorin’s Les Plantes Potageres (1883). Seed carried by La Ferme de Ste. Marthe and collected by SSE member Amy Goldman at the 1996 Tranzault Pumpkin Festival. Attains weight of 10-20 pounds. Best used for beautiful table centerpieces or eaten in stews and soups. Harvest squashes when slightly immature as they tend to crack. 90 days.(C. maxima) (aka Galeuse d’Eysines, Courge Brodée Galeuse)
Characteristics: 
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<li>Fruits grow to 10-20 pounds</li>
<li>Harvest when slightly immature to avoid cracking</li>
<li>Eaten in stews and soups or used as decoration</li>
<li>Winter squash</li>
<li>90 days</li>
<li>25 seeds per packet</li>
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Planting 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.
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Plant 1" deep
Hill 6-8 seeds together
Thin to 3-4 plants
Light: Full Sun
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Galeux d'Eysines Pumpkin Squash, 1883 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - This improved Dutch strain of garden arugula (also known as rocket) is noted for its lack of bitterness and its spicy, large, rounded leaves, which are high in vitamin C. This variety can be harvested three to five times per sowing, functioning like a cut-and-come-again crop. 40-45 days. Excellent flavor High in vitamin C Produces 3-5 cuttings Open-Pollinated 500 Seeds 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 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)

The Seed Savers Exchange - This improved Dutch strain of garden arugula (also known as rocket) is noted for its lack of bitterness and its spicy, large, rounded leaves, which are high in vitamin C. This variety can be harvested three to five times per sowing, functioning like a cut-and-come-again crop. 40-45 days. 
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<li _msttexthash="292383" _msthash="98">Excellent flavor</li>
<li _msttexthash="250315" _msthash="99">High in vitamin C</li>
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<li _msttexthash="274404" _msthash="101">Open-Pollinated</li>
<li _msttexthash="94250" _msthash="102">500 Seeds</li>
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">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
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Apollo Arugula, Excellent Arugula Variety

Burpee's Stringless Green Bean: The Heirloom Legend 🌿 Introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1894, this variety revolutionized the vegetable garden. Before this bean, almost every green bean required "stringing"—the tedious task of zipping off the tough fiber along the seam. Burpee's Stringless changed everything, providing a meaty, juicy, and entirely fiber-free crunch that has made it a backyard staple for over 130 years. ✨ Why Burpee's Stringless is a Must-Have Whether you are a first-time gardener or a seasoned pro, this bean is prized for its reliability and exceptional flavor. Truly Stringless: Enjoy crisp, tender pods without the tough, woody "string" found in older varieties. Early & Productive: One of the earliest beans to harvest, typically reaching maturity in just 50 days. Bush Habit: No trellis? No problem! These plants grow in compact, sturdy bushes (approx. 18-24 inches tall), making them perfect for raised beds, containers, or traditional rows. Superior Flavor: Known for its "meaty" texture and a deep, classic bean flavor that holds up well during cooking. Wide Adaptability: Highly resilient and famous for producing heavy yields even in varied climates and soil types. 🌿 Product Specifications Feature Details Common Name Burpee's Stringless Green Pod Botanical Name Phaseolus vulgaris Days to Maturity 50 – 55 Days Plant Type Bush Bean (Determinate) Pod Length 5 – 6 Inches Sun Requirement Full Sun Seed Saving Group Phaseolus vulgaris (Self-pollinating) 📖 Growing & Harvesting Tips Pro Tip: For a continuous harvest all summer long, practice succession planting. Sow a new round of seeds every 2–3 weeks until about 60 days before your first expected fall frost. Direct Sow: Beans do not like their roots disturbed. Plant seeds directly in the garden once the soil is warm (at least 65°F). Planting Depth: Sow seeds about 1 inch deep and 2–4 inches apart. Harvest Often: The more you pick, the more the plant produces! Harvest when pods are about 5 inches long and the seeds inside haven't yet begun to "bulge." Avoid Wet Foliage: To prevent disease, try to harvest and weed when the plants are dry. 🍽️ Best Ways to Enjoy Fresh Snapping: Perfect for "snap beans"—just break the ends off and toss them into a pan. Canning & Freezing: Because they are so meaty and hold their shape, these are the gold standard for home preservation. Southern Style: Excellent when slow-simmered with a bit of bacon or ham hock for a traditional side dish. Taste a piece of garden history. Add the reliable, delicious Burpee's Stringless Green Bean to your seed collection! 🛒🧺

<h1 data-line="0" id="Burpee's Stringless Green Bean: The Heirloom Legend 🌿">Burpee's Stringless Green Bean: The Heirloom Legend 🌿</h1>
Introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1894, this variety revolutionized the vegetable garden. Before this bean, almost every green bean required "stringing"—the tedious task of zipping off the tough fiber along the seam. Burpee's Stringless changed everything, providing a meaty, juicy, and entirely fiber-free crunch that has made it a backyard staple for over 130 years.
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<h2 data-line="6" id="✨ Why Burpee's Stringless is a Must-Have">✨ Why Burpee's Stringless is a Must-Have</h2>
Whether you are a first-time gardener or a seasoned pro, this bean is prized for its reliability and exceptional flavor.
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Truly Stringless: Enjoy crisp, tender pods without the tough, woody "string" found in older varieties.</li>
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Early &amp; Productive: One of the earliest beans to harvest, typically reaching maturity in just 50 days.</li>
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Bush Habit: No trellis? No problem! These plants grow in compact, sturdy bushes (approx. 18-24 inches tall), making them perfect for raised beds, containers, or traditional rows.</li>
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Superior Flavor: Known for its "meaty" texture and a deep, classic bean flavor that holds up well during cooking.</li>
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Wide Adaptability: Highly resilient and famous for producing heavy yields even in varied climates and soil types.</li>
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Phaseolus vulgaris (Self-pollinating)</td>
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Pro Tip: For a continuous harvest all summer long, practice succession planting. Sow a new round of seeds every 2–3 weeks until about 60 days before your first expected fall frost.
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Direct Sow: Beans do not like their roots disturbed. Plant seeds directly in the garden once the soil is warm (at least 65°F).</li>
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Planting Depth: Sow seeds about 1 inch deep and 2–4 inches apart.</li>
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Harvest Often: The more you pick, the more the plant produces! Harvest when pods are about 5 inches long and the seeds inside haven't yet begun to "bulge."</li>
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Fresh Snapping: Perfect for "snap beans"—just break the ends off and toss them into a pan.</li>
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Canning &amp; Freezing: Because they are so meaty and hold their shape, these are the gold standard for home preservation.</li>
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Southern Style: Excellent when slow-simmered with a bit of bacon or ham hock for a traditional side dish.</li>
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Taste a piece of garden history. Add the reliable, delicious Burpee's Stringless Green Bean to your seed collection! 🛒🧺

Burpee's Stringless Green Pod Bush Bean, 1894 Heirloom

Firefly Farm 50 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 50 Seeds

The Seed Exchange - This historic French string bean bears delicious, slender pods and does well in cool soil. This variety’s tiny gourmet green beans are best eaten when picked every 2 or 3 days, while still very young and before any strings develop. Bush habit, snap, 50-60 days. ± 1,1000 seeds/lb Bush bean Open-Pollinated Tolerates cool soil Snap bean 50 Seeds per pacl Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Plant Rows 36-48" apart Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varitities so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

The Seed Exchange - This historic French string bean bears delicious, slender pods and does well in cool soil. This variety’s tiny gourmet green beans are best eaten when picked every 2 or 3 days, while still very young and before any strings develop. Bush habit, snap, 50-60 days. ± 1,1000 seeds/lb
<li>Bush bean </li>
<li>Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Tolerates cool soil </li>
<li>Snap bean</li>
<li>50 Seeds per pacl</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
Direct Seed 2" apart 
Plant 1" deep
Plant Rows 36-48" apart
Full sun 
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Fin de Bagnol Bush Bean, Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Eruca sativa) (aka Roquette or Rocket) This fast-growing, cool-season green of Mediterranean origin is ideal for salads, sandwiches, frittatas, and pizzas, and can be grown in partial shade. Its sharp, distinctive, nutty flavor is best when picked young. Self-sowing and relatively cold-tolerant. 40-45 days. ±11,000 seeds/oz Organic Also known as Roquette or Rocket Open Pollinated Sharp, distinctive nutty flavor Best when picked young 40-45 days 500 seeds per packet 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 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)

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(Eruca sativa) (aka Roquette or Rocket) This fast-growing, cool-season green of Mediterranean origin is ideal for salads, sandwiches, frittatas, and pizzas, and can be grown in partial shade. Its sharp, distinctive, nutty flavor is best when picked young. Self-sowing and relatively cold-tolerant. 40-45 days. ±11,000 seeds/oz
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<li>Organic</li>
<li>Also known as Roquette or Rocket</li>
<li>Open Pollinated</li>
<li>Sharp, distinctive nutty flavor</li>
<li>Best when picked young</li>
<li>40-45 days</li>
<li>500 seeds per packet 
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">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
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Arugula, One of the truest varieties, Organic

This one is out of stock at the moment. We will have more to the farm as soon as Seedsaver releases it. The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Khira Balam) Originally from India. Introduced into the 1997 SSE Yearbook by Indiana member Robert F. Bruns who got his seed from the USDA. Nearly round 3" fruits with brown russetted skin are borne heavily on robust semi-bush plants. Delicious lemon flavor. Stays crisp in storage. 70 days. ±1,400 seeds/oz. Organic & Open-Pollinated Nearly round 3-inch fruit Brown russetted skin Lemon flavor Stores well 70 days 25 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after the last frost when soil is warm. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 2-4 weeks before the last frost for an earlier harvest. Cucumbers benefit from consistent moisture. Provide support for vines to save space. Direct Seed: 1" Deep Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

This one is out of stock at the moment. We will have more to the farm as soon as Seedsaver releases it.
The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(aka Khira Balam) Originally from India. Introduced into the 1997 SSE Yearbook by Indiana member Robert F. Bruns who got his seed from the USDA. Nearly round 3" fruits with brown russetted skin are borne heavily on robust semi-bush plants. Delicious lemon flavor. Stays crisp in storage. 70 days. ±1,400 seeds/oz. 
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Nearly round 3-inch fruit</li>
<li>Brown russetted skin</li>
<li>Lemon flavor</li>
<li>Stores well</li>
<li>70 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per Packet 
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after the last frost when soil is warm. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 2-4 weeks before the last frost for an earlier harvest. Cucumbers benefit from consistent moisture. Provide support for vines to save space.
<meta charset="utf-8">Direct Seed: 1" Deep
<meta charset="utf-8">Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Little Potato Cucumber, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Listada de Gandia is a treasure. This prized variety bears sweet, tender, thin-skinned, stunning eggplant. It likely originated in Spain (its name translates as “Grown in Spain”), where it is still revered today. The small 14" plants produce heavy yields of high-quality, 8" oval white fruits with purple stripes and mild white flesh. The variety thrives in very hot weather. 80-90 days from transplant. ±5,600 seeds/oz. Organic Small plants grow to 14 inches Oval 8 inch fruit Thin-skinned fruit Heavy yields Thrives in hot weather 80-90 days from transplant 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Start eggplant indoors 6-9 weeks before the average last frost. Soak seeds first to encourage germination and then sow ¼" deep. Using bottom heat for a week to 10 days will help with sprouting. Transplant in warm soil in a location that gets 8-10 hours of direct sun each day. If growing eggplant in raised beds or containers, keep the plants well-watered. Start Indoors: 8 weeks before the last frost Germinate for 14 Days Plant Outdoors: 18-24” Apart 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)

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Listada de Gandia is a treasure. This prized variety bears sweet, tender, thin-skinned, stunning eggplant. It likely originated in Spain (its name translates as “Grown in Spain”), where it is still revered today. The small 14" plants produce heavy yields of high-quality, 8" oval white fruits with purple stripes and mild white flesh. The variety thrives in very hot weather. 80-90 days from transplant. ±5,600 seeds/oz. 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Small plants grow to 14 inches</li>
<li>Oval 8 inch fruit</li>
<li>Thin-skinned fruit</li>
<li>Heavy yields</li>
<li>Thrives in hot weather</li>
<li>80-90 days from transplant</li>
<li>50 Seeds per packet 
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Start eggplant indoors 6-9 weeks before the average last frost. Soak seeds first to encourage germination and then sow ¼" deep. Using bottom heat for a week to 10 days will help with sprouting. Transplant in warm soil in a location that gets 8-10 hours of direct sun each day. If growing eggplant in raised beds or containers, keep the plants well-watered.
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Start Indoors: 8 weeks before the last frost 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Germinate for 14 Days 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Plant Outdoors: 18-24” Apart 
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Listada de Gandia Eggplant, Organic

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German Red Garlic: The Bold Hardneck Classic German Red is a legendary heirloom variety belonging to the Rocambole (Hardneck) family. Renowned among garlic connoisseurs for its full-bodied flavor and "old-world" appeal, it is a staple in cold-climate gardens. It is easily recognized by its large, easy-to-peel bulbs and its striking purple-streaked or brownish-red clove skins. My personal favorite for flavor (and for fermenting for black garlic) Click Here to See All of Our Garlic Option Around 7-9 bulbs per pound for Jumbo & Large sizing Around 11-14 bulbs per pound for Culinary Arrives 9/22 this year Locally Grown in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin Overview As a Rocambole variety, German Red is characterized by its central woody stalk and its tendency to produce elegant, looping scapes in the spring. It is a high-yielding hardneck that produces a single circle of 8 to 12 large, plump cloves. This variety is prized not just for its taste, but for its user-friendly nature in the kitchen due to its loose, easy-to-peel skins. German Red - -This garlic originated from Shvelisi, a village in Georgia and was collected in 1985. It quickly gained prominence for its large heads, ability grow well in most climates Feature Specification Category Hardneck (Rocambole) Origin Germany / Central Europe Clove Count 8–12 large cloves Storage Life 4–6 months Heat Level High / Very Spicy Flavor Profile German Red is often described as the "gold standard" for garlic flavor. It offers a complexity that softneck varieties rarely achieve. Initial Taste: Savory, rich, and deeply aromatic. Heat: It delivers a powerful, spicy kick that hits quickly and lingers on the palate. Complexity: Beyond the heat, it has subtle earthy undertones and a "musky" sweetness that develops during cooking. Culinary Uses Because of its intense flavor and ease of peeling, German Red is a favorite for chefs who don't want to struggle with tight skins. Raw Applications: If you enjoy intense heat, it is excellent in bruschetta, fire-cider, or spicy salsas. Sautéing: It holds its flavor remarkably well when cooked in olive oil, making it perfect for pasta aglio e olio. Roasting: When roasted, the spicy bite transforms into a rich, buttery sweetness with a caramelized finish. Garlic Scapes: In early summer, the plant produces edible scapes that can be made into a vibrant, garlicky pesto. Growing Characteristics German Red is a cold-weather specialist. It requires a period of winter chill (vernalization) to produce large, healthy bulbs. Climate Tolerance: Thrives in Northern climates and high altitudes. It is not recommended for warm, southern regions without a distinct winter. Growth Habit: Produces vigorous, dark green foliage and thick, sturdy stalks. Scape Production: Produces "curlicue" scapes that must be harvested in early summer to redirect energy to bulb growth. Soil Preference: Prefers loose, well-drained soil with high organic matter. It is sensitive to "wet feet" during the winter dormancy. Storage and Handling Like most Rocambole varieties, German Red trades storage longevity for superior flavor. "What German Red lacks in shelf life, it more than makes up for in culinary intensity. It is the variety you eat first to savor its peak freshness." Shelf Life: Typically lasts 4 to 6 months. It should be consumed by late autumn or early winter before it begins to dehydrate or sprout. Handling: The skins are thinner and looser than other varieties, so bulbs should be handled gently to avoid bruising. Curing: Requires a well-ventilated, shaded area for curing. Due to the thick stalks, ensure the necks are completely dry before trimming. For the gardener or chef who demands the most authentic and powerful garlic experience, German Red is an essential choice. 🧄