Seeds - Vegetables – Page 17 – Firefly Farm and Mercantile

Bright white, highly uniform roots with strong yield potential. High Mowing Organic Seeds - A standout in our trials for the striking white of the roots and the high degree of uniformity. More wedge-shaped with a very consistent length. From our collaborators at Bingenheimer Saatgut, a biodynamic seed production company in Germany. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated High yielding Very uniform 10" long roots 120 days 1/32 oz approx. Instructions - Turnips and Rutabagas (Brassica rapa and Brassica napus) are cool-season biennials in the Brassicaceae family. Turnips and Rutabagas can tolerate slightly alkaline soil. Deep, loose, well-drained fertile soil with moderate nitrogen levels is best. Plant 3/4" deep Plant Rows 12-18" apart Thin to 4-10" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Hales Best Muskmelon, Heirloom, Organic $3.25 $3.75

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Great resistance for powder mildew, sweet orange flesh. Plants are drought tolerant and fruits are 4-5 pounds, heavily netted and lightly ribbed. 86 days. Characteristics: Organic Heirloom Lightly 4-5 pound fruits Netted Round Oval Resists Powdery Mildew Drought Tolerant 86 days 50-90 Seeds per packet, 2g Instructions - Melons love the 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 the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Hartman's Yellow Gooseberry Tomato, Organic $4.00 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - Originally from the J. M. Hartman and Daughters Seed Company in Indianapolis, Indiana. Hundreds of large yellow cherry tomatoes per plant. Mildly sweet flavor, adds good color to salads and salsa. Indeterminate, 75 days from transplant. Characteristics: Organic Large yellow cherry tomatoes Mildly sweet flavor Hundreds of fruit per plant Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 75 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

Healthy Pepper (Sweet, Lunchbox Style) from $2.00 $4.25

Seed Savers Exchange - Sweet 4" long conical fruits ripen from yellow-green to orange then red. Early maturing 30" plants are resistant to disease and rotting and will ripen even during cloudy summers. Developed at the Institute of Vegetable Breeding and Seed Production on the western edge of Moscow. 70 days from transplant. Sweet. ±4,900 seeds/oz. Characteristics Conical fruits grow to 4 inches Plants grow to 30 inches Resistant to disease and rotting Sweet pepper 70 days from transplant 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

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Healy's Pride Melon $4.00 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - This heirloom melon was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 1997 by a Minnesota family. It is named after the donor's mother and has been grown by three generations of the family since about 1914. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Highly productive The small, yellow fruit is round and uniform Early maturing 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the 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 the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Heinz 1350 VF Tomato 1963 Heirloom, Organic from $2.00 $3.95

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Heinz 1350 VF - (Determinate) Developed by the H. J. Heinz,Round 4-6 oz fruits are uniform-ripening, and have good crack resistance. A productive garden variety with concentrated fruit set, and an excellent processing tomato for canning or cooking. Widely adapted, good for salad use too Wide Range of Disease Resistance Organic & Open-Pollinated Determinate 4-6 oz fruit 75 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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Henderson Bush Lima Bean, 1889 Heirloom - Organic and Conventional Available from $3.75 $3.95

We love having this pure white lima bean, especially since Seiva Pole Beans are not available this year. Dwarf Sieva or Henderson Lima Beans were brought to market by 1889 by Peter Henderson Company of New York. It is quite disease resistance and is the same creamy limas that folks love about Sievas (just a little shorter) Bush habit, 60-75 days. Characteristics: Bush bean Seeds are white and small Disease resistant Shelling and Dry bean 60-75 days 1/2 ounce of seeds per packet Instructions - Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows Apart: 36-48" Full Sun

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Heshiko Bunching Onion $4.00 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - Look no further for a hardy, reliable, and, yes, flavorful bunching onion! The stalks of this tender Japanese perennial grow and divide from the base, reaching 12-14" when mature. Enjoy fresh in salads or grilled as a side dish. This variety will overwinter. 60-80 days. Characteristics: New for 2022 Bunching onion Grows slender, up to 12-14 inches Great for salads, soups, stews, and stir-fries 60-80 days from transplant 100 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in flats ¼" deep and space 1" in all directions. Transplant outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Keep onions well weeded with shallow cultivation. Start Indoors: 4-6 weeks before transplanting Germination: 4-10 Days Plant Outdoors: 4-6” Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Hidatsa Red Bean, pre-1915 Heirloom from $3.25 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - Also called Hidatsa Indian Red, this variety was originally grown by the Hidatsa tribe in the Missouri River Valley of North Dakota. In 1915, it was introduced to commerce in Oscar Will’s Pioneer Indian Collection of seeds. The dark-red seeds are reminiscent of kidney beans, and the productive, sprawling bush plants will climb to 3' if given support. Bush habit, dry, 80-100 days. ±1,300 seeds/lb Bush bean Sprawling bush plants will climb to three feet if supported Dark red seeds Dry bean 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest snap beans frequently for increased yields. Leave some pods on the vine and harvest when completely mature for dry beans. 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 varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

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Hidatsa Shield Figure Bean, pre-1917 Heirloom from $3.00 $4.25

From the Hidatsa tribe who raised corn, squash, beans, and sunflowers in the Missouri River Valley of North Dakota. Shield Figure beans are described in Buffalo Bird Woman’s Garden (1917). This very productive variety was boarded onto Slow Food USA’s Ark of Taste in 2005. Pole habit, dry, 90 days. ±600 seeds/lb. Pole bean White beans with tan and brown markings Open-Pollinated Very productive Dry bean 90 days 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. 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)

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Hill Country Okra, pre-1880's Heirloom $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Said to originally be from the Hill Country of southern Texas. Beautiful 6' tall red-stemmed plants produce wide green pods tinged with red. Full of the good okra flavor popular in the hill regions of the south. Excellent pickling variety. Characteristics: Plants grow to 6' feet tall Pickling variety 60-70 days 100 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States but does not tolerate cold well Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when the soil has warmed. Tolerant of heat and drought, but not of cold. Keep well picked for higher yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1/2" deep Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Hillbilly Potato Leaf Tomato $4.00 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - From Ohio SSE member Jerry Lee Bosner. Absolutely gorgeous bi-color beefsteak tomato, great for slicing. Beautiful yellow 1 pound fruits are streaked with red on the blossom end. Sweet and juicy. Heavy producer. Indeterminate, 85 days from transplant. ±9,300 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Yellow skin with red on the blossom end Juicy and sweet fruits grow to 1 pound Beautiful bi-color beefsteak is great for slicing Heavy producer 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

Hinkelhatz Pepper (Hot), Organic $4.00

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

Hollow Crown Parsnip, pre-1825 Heirloom $4.00 $4.25

Hollow Crown Parsnip, 1800's Heirloom, Seed Savers Exchange - This popular heirloom parsnip variety produces long (up to 15”), smooth, white roots with a sweet, nutty flavor that intensifies after exposure to frost. The roots can be roasted, sautéed, mashed, or puréed and used in stocks, stews, and pot roasts. Also, a good storage variety, ‘Hollow Crown’ can last up to six months in a root cellar.‘Hollow Crown’ is one of the oldest parsnip varieties still being grown today. The Chicago Botanic Garden describes it as “a venerable variety known before 1825.” The name “Hollow Crown” refers to the variety’s characteristic dip at its shoulders, an indented crown. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Little splitng and slightly sweet 10-12" long roots 150 days 1/32 oz approx. Instructions - Deep, loose, well-drained fertile soil with moderate nitrogen levels is best. Plant 3/4" deep Plant Rows 12-18" apart Thin to 4-10" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Holmes Royal Red Radish, 1899 Heirloom $4.00 $4.25

Seed Exchange - Introduced in 1899 by the Holmes Seed Company of Canton, Ohio. Round, bright red roots with white flesh, 1.25" diameter. Highly uniform in shape when grown in good soil. Roots are very crisp with excellent texture and juicy, mild flavor. Early maturity, 25-30 days. Round with red skin and white flesh Highly uniform 1.25" diameter 25-30 days 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest. Plant 1" apart Plant 1/2" deep Plant Rows 12" apart Thin 2-3" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Homemade Pickles Cucumber, Organic $3.50 $3.65

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange -Specially developed for home gardeners. Vigorous plants with good disease resistance, including Downy Mildew resistance. Medium green fruits with small white spines are solid and crisp. Harvest cukes at 1½ in. or larger, up to 6 in. long. Makes robust bite-sized pickles, slices, or large spears. Organic and Open-Pollinated High disease resistance Good production 55 days 2 grams or ~60 Seeds per packet Disease Resistance - Very good for resistance Downy mildew and Powdery mildew 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)

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

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

Hon Tsai Tai Broccoli, Organic $3.75 $3.90

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

Honey Boat Delicata Squash $4.00 $4.25

The Seed Savers Exchange - (C. pepo) This gold-orange, green-striped delicata squash variety has an irresistibly sweet, nutty flavor, and stores well. Like all delicata squash, it can be prepared straight from a harvest without curing. Vines reach up to 6,' while the fruits measure 6"-8" in length and 3" in diameter and weigh up to a pound. Bred by Dr. James Baggett at Oregon State University, ‘Honey Boat’ was introduced in 1990 and has proved popular among squash lovers in the years since. 90-100 days. Characteristics: New for 2020 Sweet, nutty flavor and stores well 90-100 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

Honeynut Butternut Winter Squash, Organic $3.99 $4.89

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

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