Seeds - Vegetables

Seed Savers Exchange - Cultivated by the Pennsylvania Dutch since the mid-1880s; name translates as “chicken heart.” Traditionally used for pickling and making pepper vinegar. Small fruits (¾" wide by 1-2" long) ripen from green to glossy red. 80-90 days from transplant. Hot. ±5,600 seeds/oz. Characteristics  Organic Fruits grow to 1-2 inches long Fruits ripen from green to glossy red Hot pepper 80-90 days from transplant 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Dark green leaves, purple stems, and sweet, petite florets. Similar to broccoli raab with a sweeter flavor and delicate texture. Young flowering shoots are delicious in fresh salads, stir-fries, and pasta dishes. Best for fall harvest; shorter days cause stems to elongate. Harvest just before bright yellow blossoms open. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated  Fall crop  Gourmet selection  1/32 oz of seeds Instructions - Moderately hardy annuals that combine qualities of mustard greens and broccoli for salads and light cooking. Grown for their tender flowering shoots, this large family of vegetables has no central head but many tender leaves and side shoots with penny size clusters of buds. Many plants in this family are quite beautiful in the garden, some favoring cooler seasons and some preferring heat. Use floating row cover when planting to protect from flea beetles. Will tolerate light frosts. Harvest multiple times as flower stalks peak above foliage or for a one-time harvest. Plant 1/2" deep  Space 2" apart  Row Spacing: 18-24"  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Our Climbing Honey Nut was so popular last year we had to find a new seed company this year when they opted not to have in seed packets. Thankfully one of our seed companies was offering it in 2025 and even organic which is always our preference.  Honeynut or Honey Nut Butternut Squash are mini versions of butternuts. They are a bit richer in cooler and a bit sweeter too. What folks really love is their ability to climb and produce large yields.  Developed by the Vegetable Breeding Institute at Cornell University. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder. Some disease resistance to powerdy mildew.   (C. moschata) Characteristics:  Organic, Open-Pollinated, & Non-GMO .5-1 lb fruits Vining habit Winter squash 100 days 1/16 oz and about 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

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Spice up your greens with this flavorful mix! A variety of spicy mustard flavors, colors, and shapes. Includes our favorite spicy mustards and some secret ingredients for a signature mix with extreme diversity. Can be marketed and used as a braising mix if grown to full size. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated  A spicy blend of mustards and other favorites  HMOs Exclusive  Instructions - Direct seed as soon as soil can be worked. Sow every 3 weeks into fall for a continuous harvest. Harvest leaves as desired. Use floating row cover when planting to protect from flea beetles. For baby leaf: plant 1/4" deep  For baby leaf: row spacing: 2/3" between bands For full size: thin to 6"  For full size: row spacing: 18" Harvest & Storage - Harvest when leaves are ~3” tall by cutting 1” from the ground or pick individual leaves for cut and come again.   Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - First listed in the 1991 SSE Yearbook by Jerry Muller of Alabama. He acquired the variety in 1988 from Ed Simon of Pennsylvania. Simon stated it was brought to the United States in 1901 from a village 20 miles from Budapest. Huge pink oxheart fruits weigh upwards of one pound. Very few seeds and almost no cracking. One of our favorites for fresh eating, canning, and making roasted tomato sauce. Indeterminate, 85 days from transplant. ±14,300 seeds/oz.  Characteristics:  Pink fruits grow up to 1 pound Very few seeds Resistant to cracking Great for fresh eating, canning, and for making roasted tomato sauce Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 85 days from transplant 50 seeds in packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant Outdoors: 24-36” Apart Support: Cage, stake, or trellis Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Hungarian Italian Paste, Heirloom - 79 days. (Determinate) Highly productive pear-shaped paste tomato with good disease resistance and good holding quality. 3-4 oz. fruits borne in clusters of 4. Makes excellent flavored sauce. Heat Tolerant  Organic & Open-Pollinated Determinate 79 Days .16grams - 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Flawless. An early-producing, stringless pole bean with vines that bear 5"-long snap beans all along its 6'-tall vines. This variety has a fine texture and excellent taste and is suitable for eating fresh or freezing. Introduced to the seed trade in 1914 as Black Creaseback by Van Antwerp’s Seed Store of Mobile, Alabama, it was reintroduced in 1924 by Chris Reuter Seed Company of New Orleans, Louisiana, as Reuter’s Ideal Market. Pole habit, snap, 65-70 days. ±1,900 seeds/lb. Pole bean Stringless pods Open-Pollinated Excellent quality Early and productive Snap bean 65-70 days 50 Seeds per pack   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 Support using Trellis, tepee, or fencing 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 - First listed in the 1991 SSE Yearbook by Jerry Muller of Alabama. He acquired the variety in 1988 from Ed Simon of Pennsylvania. Simon stated it was brought to the United States in 1901 from a village 20 miles from Budapest. Huge pink oxheart fruits weigh upwards of one pound. Very few seeds and almost no cracking. One of our favorites for fresh eating, canning, and making roasted tomato sauce. Indeterminate, 85 days from transplant. ±14,300 seeds/oz.  Characteristics:  Organic Winner of the 2015 SSE Tomato Tasting Yellow cherry tomatoes with a sweet, rich flavor and moderate acidity Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 70-80 days from transplant 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 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant Outdoors: 24-36” Apart Support: Cage, stake, or trellis Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Improved Rainbow Blend Chard, Striking improved blend of red, pink, white, yellow and gold stems. Upright habit makes for clean production and easy harvesting. Color intensity is not as well defined early on; mostly pink, red and white at baby stage. Grow to full size for a dazzling display at market! Characteristics:  Narrow to broad stems Upright, easy to harvest Open-Pollinated 30 days baby, 60 days full size  1/16 oz approx. 90 seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in mid-spring through mid-summer and into fall in warmer regions. The transplant can be started indoors or in a cold frame 4-6 weeks before planting. Grows best in full sun but tolerates partial shade.  Plant 4-8" apart depending on desired leaf size  Plant 1/2" Deep Plant Rows 18-24" apart (or can be grown closer if you like the leaves smaller and harvest for salads vs cooking - we start out at 10" spacing for late spring leaves to munch on then pull up every other one to grow them larger) Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability