Beans, Scarlet Emperor, Pole - Phaseolus coccineus (65-90 days)  Rambunctious vines grow 6-18 feet tall. Enjoys cool weather and is actually somewhat frost hardy. Beautiful crimson scarlet flowers attract hummingbirds. Large beans may be enjoyed at snap stage, fresh-shelled or left to dry on the vine and used as a delightful creamy tasting dry bean. Seeds are black and maroon speckled. 20 seeds/ounce. Native to S. America. SRN packet: Half Ounce Bulk: 1/4 pound ...

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Beans, Tendergreen  Phaseolus vulgaris( 52 days) A gardener's favorite due to its excellent disease resistance and heat tolerance. Tendergreen has prolific yields of 5-6” pods that are dark green, tender and crunchy. It is stringless and excellent for freezing or canning. Plants are bushy and grow up to about 2 feet tall and do not require trellising. Direct sow bean seeds after all danger of frost has passed in the Spring. Packet: 1/2oz...

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Beans, Tiger's Eye/Pepe de Zapallo, Bush (85 days)  Phaseolus vulgaris Originally from Chile.  Vigorous growing bush dry bean a favorite for filling jars in our pantry with their gorgeous golden beans with maroon swirls on them.  One of the earliest dry beans in our trials over the last decade.  Beans are fairly large, 50/ounce.  Very nice cooking characteristics as the rich tasting beans hold their shape after cooking. Easy and rewarding to grow!  HEIRLOOM. Packet: 1 oz  Bulk: Quarter Pound  ...

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Beans, Tongue of Fire (75 days) - Phaseolus vulgaris   A beautiful heirloom gem originally from Tierra del Fuego in South America. However, it has spread to become a popular addition to many regional cuisines, notably in Italy, where they are called "Barlotto Lingua di Fuoco". Fresh pods are light green with red stalks splashed over them. Once dry, the plump seeds are pale pink with pink swirls. A delectable cooking bean! HEIRLOOM. SSF Packet - 1 oz ...

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Beans, Turkey Craw (70 days fresh / 100 dry) Phaseolus vulgaris – A bean with the unique distinction of having been gathered from the crop (craw) of a wild turkey in the Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee area.  It is corn-field or pole bean growing to about 6’ tall that can be used as a snap or dry shelling bean.  The pods are about 4” long and have flat, tannish white speckled appearance.  From the Wanigan Associates Collection organized by the late John Withee. Packet: 1/2 oz ...

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Beans, Tuscany Pole (95 days)  Phaseolus vulgaris We obtained this lovely round pole bean at a seed swap and upon further research it is also being stewarded by our friends at Uprising Seeds as “Annie Jackson”, an heirloom from Russia, via Manitoba, Canada.  That’s one of the funny things about heirlooms is that as they pass from hand to hand over the years their stories are augmented, and braided with one another and can change.  Anyhow the seeds we have are identical in every respect to the Annie Jackson strain.  Pretty dry beans are somewhat roundish, shiny creamy white and burgundy much like the black and white pattern on Calypso/Orca beans.  We found that it was able to grow fairly well up corn as a support.  SSF. Packet: half ounce...

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Beans, Whipple, Bush  (90-110 days) Phaselous vulgaris This is a real standout from our production in 2016 where it charmed its way into everyone's hearts on the crew. Vigorous growing bushy plants with short runners that make prolific sets of 6-8" pods that yield plump beans of deep purple with darker purple splotches. We received this bean from our friend and seed keeper, Marjory House who named the beans after Lee and Dana Whipple who retired to Oregon with several other families from the longest running family co-op outside of Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Whipple was a minister, and started the church of the Brethren in Springfield, but also guest spoke at many other churches. He also traveled around to, local schools to talk about equality for all races. He had marched and worked with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the 60's in Chicago.This Pacific Northwest variety has been a stand-out performer in 2017-2020 Dry Farming Collaborative Trials, and in tastings. Large, richly flavored beans are particularly good in slow-cooked chili. The Whipple Family, for which this bean is named, worked closely with Martin Luther King Jr. before moving to Douglas County, Oregon, in the 1970s. HEIRLOOM. SSF. Packet - 1 oz ...

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Beans, Yellow Bush Heirloom (65 days)  Phaselous vulgaris A versatile bush dry bean with an interesting story.  All beans originated in Meso-America and then this one found its way to Sweden where it became adapted to the short growing season of that northern land and then came to Montana with Swedish immigrants in the 1800s and then was adopted by Native tribes in that area.  It is a small golden yellow bean similar in shape and size to black Turtle beans and in that it holds it shape well when cooked.  Dries down dependably in shorter season climates and cooler summer areas.  SSF Packet: One Ounce ...

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Beans, Zargana of Nestos, Pole (65 days)  Phaseolus vulgaris A very productive snap pole bean from the Nestos region of Greece. A rare find of a red podded pole bean shared with us by seasoned seedsman, Alan Adesse. Packet: Half Ounce ...

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Beans, Zuni Gold trailing (85 days) Phaseolus vulgaris - We obtained this gorgeous bush dry bean from LeeAnn Hill at a seed swap in Idaho. Seeds are oblong with a mottled gold over white. Early maturing with uniform ripening habit. An excellent short season dry bean which is rewarding and beautiful to grow. The Zuni people originate and continue to steward land in the high desert south of present day Albuquerque, New Mexico. HEIRLOOM Packet: 1/2 ounce...

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Beet Berry, Strawberry Spinach (60 days) Chenopodium capitatum A wonderful garden novelty, this spinach relative bears its seeds in hundreds of ½” bright red, juicy fruits that are mildly sweet. Nothing like it! Grows well in summer heat and also provides a nice rosette of dark green toothed leaves.  Leaves are spinach-green, triangular, and bite-sized with toothed margins, borne in an open rosette. A heat lover for summer salad. aka Strawberry Spinach. WGS.  Packet (1/2 g)...

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Beet, 3 Root Grex (70 days) Beta vulgaris This is a unique inter-breeding mix of 3 distinct varieties – Lutz Green Leaf, Crosby Egyptian and Yellow Mangel, from a cross by seedsman, Dr. Alan Kapuler. The result is a fascinating glimpse into all the possible combinations that result and all of them are sweet and tender food! The shape is more elongated than round as they tend after the Lutz parentage. TRS Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds) Bulk: Ounce Bulk: 1/4 #...

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Beet, Bull’s Blood  Beta vulgaris (65 days) Intensely dark purple-red leaves add pizzazz to salads.  Don’t disregard the deep red 2-3” roots as they make a nice table beet, steamed, boiled or grated raw on the aforementioned salad.  Selected by seedsman Frank Morton.  WGS Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds)            Ounce ...

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Beet, Chioggia (60 days)  Beta vulgaris Old Italian heirloom with candy striped roots with a bull’s eye pattern of red and white alternating rings. Very pretty grated over salads. Non-staining juices come in handy when traditional red beets would dye a dish red.  HEIRLOOM, DBF  Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds)   bulk:        One Ounce         ...

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Beet, Detroit Dark Red (60-65 days)  Beta vulgaris Heirloom from 1892. Original selections were made from Early Blood Turnip by Mr. Reeves of Port Hope, Ontario, Canada.  Nearly round blood-red 3-4” diameter roots.  Great for canning and fresh eating.  Prolific, good keeper.  HEIRLOOM, SSF Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds)  Bulk:  One Ounce ...

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Beet, Early Wonder Tall Top (45 days leaf, 55 days root) Beta vulgaris A quick growing beet with bright green vigorous leaves. Can be used as a green or grown for roots. Scarlet 3-4 inch globe shaped roots.  Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds)  ...

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Beet, Forono (60 days) Beta vulgaris   We like this unique variation on the table beet theme!  Smooth, cylindrical shape for-perfectly round slices every time. Easier to manage on the cutting board too!  Holds well in the field and won't go corky, or soft if harvest is delayed. We are thankful to our seed keeping friends Steve & Moria Peters of Seed Revolution Now down in coastal central California for sharing and tending this great variety.  SRN Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds) Bulk: Ounce: ...

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Beet, Lutz Green Leaf (65-70 days)  Beta vulgaris A classic heirloom with remarkably tall light green tops that can easily reach 18-22”.  Roots are elongated , rather than ball shaped.  Extremely winter hardy in the ground or for root cellar storage. Flavor is quite sweet which has endeared this variety to gardeners for many decades.  Thanks to our friends at Uprising seeds in Washington for growing and sharing this variety with us. Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds) bulk: One Ounce ...

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Beet, Russian Sugar  (60-65 days)  Beta vulgaris This white sugar beet called Nesvizhskaya, from Belarus Tests 0% for Genetically Modified Organisms. It has a 17-18% brix sugar content and is vigorous and productive. Classically used as fodder for animals, as well as production of sugar. LKF. Packet: (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds) Bulk: 1 oz...

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Beet, Shiraz,  Beta vulgaris (60 days)  Fast growing; big-tops, smooth round, red roots with outstanding vigor. The sweet, dark red roots are incredibly smooth due to their disease resistance. Our best beet for roasting, boiling or canning! As a result of multiple rounds of vigorous selection by ace farmer, Randy Carey of Williams Creek Organics in Oregon, in conjunction with plant breeder John Navazio, they are quite Rhizoctonia-resistant, which helps to ensure beautiful smooth roots.  Further Selection done by farmer Bill Reynolds of Eel River Produce in Humbodlt county, CA. An excellent fresh market strain- soon to become a choice heirloom of the future! Packet:(1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds) Bulk: one ounce = (about 2,100 seeds) * Picture of farmer Bill Reynolds & plant breeder John Navazio by Moria Peters ...

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Beet, Touchstone Gold,  Beta vulgaris     A much improved golden beet that makes nice round roots with gold skin over a yellow and white zoned interior. Flavor is remarkably sweet and mild with less bite than red beets. They are somewhat less vigorous than red beets so treat them well for good harvests. Tops are glossy green with gold veins. Color does not bleed like red beets so they play nicely in salads. WGS Packet (1.5 g. ≈ 200 seeds) Bulk: 1/2 oz ...

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Bells Of Ireland Moluccella laevis (70 days) A summer flowering annual, native to Turkey, Syria and the Caucasus.  In the language of flowers, it represents luck.  Floral spikes are comprised of tiny white flowers surrounded by apple green calyces.  The rounded leaves are chartreuse green.  Fast growing; it will reach 3 feet and spread out with an erect, branching habit.  A member of the mint family, the blooming stems can be cut and used in fresh or dried flower arrangements.  Bells of Ireland is self-seeding, prefers full sun and wants regular water.  Beware of spines!  Packet ~0.5g  (85 seeds)...

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Bitter Melon, Chinese (65 days) Momordica charantia An heirloom variety of a vegetable also known as Balsam Pear that is unique and new to most Americans but has long been popular in Japan, China and throughout SE Asia for over 1000 years. Warty light green skinned fruits are borne on trailing vines that can be grown on a trellis.  Grow as you would cucumbers. They are rich in Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Iron and many vitamins. Unless carefully prepared the flavor can be quite bitter. There are many ways to prepare and eat it, steamed, pan fried, stuffed and so many more. Many people will peel before eating.  Medium sized ripe fruits are best, once over-ripe they will burst open to revel bright red seeds (as pictured). Fruits are oblong, 3" in Diameter and about 5" long Bitter gourd is a semi-tropical plant and requires 75-85 degree soil temperatures to germinate. Do not plant outdoors if the night temperatures are below 65 degrees. SSF. Packet (10 seeds)...

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Black Locust Robinia psuedoacacia  - Large Tree  Honey Locust is a large native (to Eastern woodlands) nitrogen fixing tree with abundant blooms that bees delight in visiting. It also has plenty of large thorns and can spread through root suckers- so plant intelligently! It is very rot resistant when harvested for fence posts. A wonderful hedgerow cornerstone. Packet: 1/2 g- (~ 10 seeds) ...

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Managu, Black Nightshade (75 days) Solanum nigrum - While most gardeners in the USA would not think of growing black nightshade (Solanum nigra) which is a Eurasia weed that typically grows to 12-24” tall with purplish black fruits, this is a different species (Solanum nigrum) which grows wild throughout Eastern Africa and has been widely domesticated as a nutritious green vegetable. It is typically parboiled and then the water discarded as the leaves contain also contain high levels of vitamin A, B, and C, and phenolics and alkaloids. Unbeknownst to most people, all members of the Solanacea (nightshade) family including peppers and tomatoes contain trace amounts of nicotine! What we found amazing about growing this species is its tall growth habit to over 4’ and its larger clusters of deep purple fruit that would likely make an incredible natural dye. Luther burbank bred a hybrid form called Wonder Berry with sweet palatable fruits (Solanum burbankii). Packet: 1/4g...

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Black-eyed Peas, Purple podded (80 days fresh, or 100 days for dry) Vigna unguiculata   An absolutely lovely bush cowpea that grows rapidly in warm weather to a height of about 18" and produces abundant clusters of 8-10" long tender dark purple pods that can be enjoyed fresh, like green beans, or fresh shelled if left to mature a bit longer.  If left to dry on the plant then the beans will dry and can be stored for use over the winter.  A favorite recipe here is black-eyed pea & tomatillo salsa! SSF BEP01 – Packet (1/2 ounce) ...

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Borage Borago officinalis (50 days)  An annual herb growing to 3 feet, Borage produces a small, blue, edible, star-shaped flowers.  Leaves are edible and commonly used in parts of Europe.  Borage is a mainstay of the home vegetable garden, attractive to many pollinators and readily reseeds itself. SSF Packet - 1 g (~50 seeds) ...

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Broccoli Raab Brassica rapa (45-60 days) Rapini (also known as Broccoli Rabe or Raab) is a common vegetable in the cuisines of southern Italy, Spain, and China. Rapini has many spiked leaves that surround clusters of green buds that resemble small heads of broccoli. Small, edible yellow flowers may be blooming among the buds. The flavor of rapini has been described as nutty and pungent. Rapini is a source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium, calcium, and iron. HEIRLOOM, SSF Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds) ...

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Cima di Rapa Sessatina (45-60 days)  Brassica rapa     Some believe that this Italian strain of Broccoli raab has superior flavor.  We aren’t going to play favorites but we sure do like to say the name of this heirloom strain!  SSF. Packet (1/2 g. ≈ 125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, Di Ciccio   Brassica oleracea (48-85 days) Old reliable European variety, compact 2-3’ plant with 3-4” bluish-green central head, then lots of medium sized side shoots.  Excellent eating quality has endeared this heirloom variety to gardeners who continue to grow it over strains that may make bigger heads, but lack true flavor. Variable productivity.  Introduced in 1890.  HEIRLOOM.  Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, NutriBud (60-100 days) Brassica oleracea This variety began its life as the popular commercial hybrid named “PacMan” that was grown out for years by seedsman, Dr. Alan Kapuler to become a stabilized open pollinating variety. It performs very well as a spring broccoli, producing a large central head that is 5-7” in diameter with a thick stalk and it continues to produce tender side shoots for a few weeks after the main head is cut. In nutrient density testing done at UC Davis this variety was high-test of all broccolis in the amino acid Glutamine, hence the name “Nutri-Bud”. SSF Packet (1/2 g. ≈ 125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, OSU Grex - (60-100 days) Brassica oleracea Initiated by OSU plant breeder, Jim Meyers, who created a composite cross of open-pollinated and hybrid broccolis to create this wide population that has something for everyone. Also known as a "Grex", which is derived from Latin to mean a herd. Do not expect uniformity from this wide population, rather a window into broccoli diversity and a very long harvest window. The variety "solstice" was selected from this Grex. SSF Pacekt: 1/2 g (~125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, Purple Sprouting (220 days) Brassica oleracea  Purple Sprouting broccoli has become a bit of a sensation here at Pacific Northwest Farmers markets with a dedicated cult following. Why? You ask…primarily because it is a fall planted crop that produces a profusion of dense purple broccoli florets that are 2-4” in diameter in March and April when there is not much other fresh produce save for roots and greens. We seed it in later July in Oregon and transplant outside in mid-August.  Tall plants grow to 24-36”. Hardy to 10°F.  SSF Packet (1/2 g. ≈ 125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, Solstice (60-80 days) Brassica oleracea Developed by organic plant breeder, Jonathon Spero, from the OSU Grex from Jim Myers. Solstice was selected for its unique exerted head trait that produces nice, deep, green, well rounded heads with tight curds that are generally held above the foliage, hence safer from slugs and rot. The tall heads are also easier to see from a distance so that less of them "get away from you" and bolt before being enjoyed! SSF. OSSI Packet:  1/2 g (~125 seeds) ...

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Broccoli, Spigariello 'Liscia'(60-80 days) Brassica oleracea This variety occupies a unique position in the Broccoli pantheon that is more a cousin  to broccoli than a sibling as evidenced by its white flowers (rather than yellow) that reminds one of the perennial 9-Star Broccoli from China.  Developed in S.Italy as a leaf variety rather than a heading type.  Best grown as a Spring or Fall variety for its elongated, twisty blue green leaves that are eaten as you would Kale. From a Specialty Produce write up, "The name Spigarelllo is the American term for the plant, which is a corruption of the Italian name Spigariello, and the greens are also known as Cima di Rapa, Broccoli Spigarello, and Cavolo Broccolo a Getti di Napoli. Spigarello was primarily localized to Southern Italy until it was established in the United States in the late 20th century. Over time, the variety began to appear at farmer’s markets, where it has widely increased in popularity in the last decade among chefs and foodies. Spigarello is a cut-and-come-again, cool-season crop that can withstand slight frost and will deliver multiple harvests. The green is highly favored for its sweet, subtly bitter flavor, sturdy texture, and exclusivity." Heirloom. SSF.  Packet (1/2 g ≈ 180 seeds)...

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Broccoli, Steve's Select Tender Early Green,  Brassica oleracea (60-80 days) After several trials and years of hard selection, veteran seedsman, Steve Peters is releasing this improved old favorite. It has proved itself to be superior in an extremely wide range of environments, from the high desert of southern Arizona to the foggy coast of California. While the nicely domed central head is not as large as modern hybrids, it nonetheless offers multiple advantages. After cutting the central head, the plant continues to produce abundant tasty side shoots for several months. In addition, the stems are very tender, which increases the amount of edible, delicious broccoli that may be harvested from each plant. SRN Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds) 1/2 ounce - ( ≈ 4,000 seeds)  Ounce (≈ 8,000 seeds)   *Photo credit: Moria Peters  ...

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Broccoli, Waltham  Brassica oleracea var italica (60-90 days) ORGANIC Compact cold resilient broccoli variety with large 4-8 inch heads. Rich blue green in color with sturdy long stalks, one large main head with some off shoots.  Named for the city of Waltham, Massachusetts where it was developed at the University of Massachusetts in the 1950's. Hardy zones 3-10. Excellent for fall plantings. HEIRLOOM  Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds) ...

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Broom Corn, Red Hungarian Sorghum bicolor  (100 to 110 days)   Although commonly called "Broom Corn",  is not truly corn. However it is related to corn in being a grass and in its growth habit.  The stalks are similar to corn but they do not produce ears. Seed heads appear from the tops of the plants instead of a tassel. Grows from 8-12' depending on fertility.  Makes a great living screen and/or trellis for pole beans.  Seeds formed in a loose panicle in a pretty orange / red color and are useful as a homestead grown poultry feed, or for ornamental use in wreaths. Once stripped of the seed, the seed stalks are traditionally used to make a highly functional broom.  Simply bunch a few stalks tightly together with wire or twine. The Amish are noted as having invented the flat bottomed broom through ingeniously figuring out a way to stitch the rough stalks into a flat shape that most of the world still uses today.  Before that brooms were round in shape as you may have seen in old sketches. A rewarding crop to grow! Packet- 1 g (~95 seeds) Bulk: 1 oz   ...

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Brussels Sprouts, Darkmar 21 (210-250 days) Brassica oleracea This new addition was grown by Andrew & Sarah at Adaptive Seeds who chose this English standby as their favorite after trialing many other OP varieties. Firm, sweet, green sprouts form on plants that grow 3 1/2' with large sprout production & good vigor in the field. Sow in April or May for sprouts November through February. For optimal sprout production, pinch the growth tip off in late August. ADV Packet:(1/2 g ~ 125 seeds) ...

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Brussels Sprouts, Long Island Improved (80-115 days) Brassica oleracea var gemmifera. Compact, semi dwarf heirloom variety which originated on Long Island, New York. Prefers to grow in places with cool summers and becomes much sweeter after a frost.  Grows to between 36 and 48 inches and is best planted for a fall harvest. Packet = 1/2 g ~ 125 seeds...

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70 days for Cover Crop (Flowering) 90-110 for Grain As a cover crop, Buckwheat is highly effective for no-till growing systems. By leaving the cut, pulled, or frost-killed plants on the soil surface, they will continue to safeguard the soil, inhibit weed growth, and add nourishment and organic material when sowing seeds or planting transplants. Buckwheat both grows and breaks down quickly as a cover crop. As a food crop buckwheat acts as a nutritious grain. Mill into a gluten free flour, toast for kasha or make saba noodles!        ...

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BUPLEURUM, GREEN GOLD (80-90 days) Bupleurum rotundifolium   Another spectacular filler flower/foliage plant, bupleurum’s chartreuse-colored foliage and diminutive flowers are a unique accompaniment to flower bouquets.  Amidst the incredible tulips, ranunculus and anemones of early spring, people comment just as readily on the bupleurum!  Holds 2 weeks in the vase and can be dried.  An annual that reaches 42”; space 9” apart.   FLA Packet: 1g...

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Burdock, Takinogawa,  Arctium lappa (125 days)  An important staple in numerous Asian cuisines. This is the most popular Japanese variety and in deep soil can grow gorgeous roots that are 3-4’ long! Smaller roots are excellent peeled and grated into salads, while larger roots are delicious in soups and stir-fry. SSF. Packet (1/2g. ≈ 40 seeds) ...

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Burdock, Watanabe Early (100 days)  Arctium lappa - Burdock, also called gobo, is highly prized as a nutritious delicacy in Japan and is a traditional Asian vegetable. Watanabe early generally matures faster than Takinogawa and has the same rich flavor, however the roots tend to be a bit shorter. Plants can grow up to 3' tall. A spring sowing guarantees summer and fall harvests. Packet (.7 g. ≈ 40 seeds) ...

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Cabbage, Columbia   (67 days) Brassica oleracea Great, quick growing round green cabbage that produces dense, round 3-5 pound heads that resist splitting.  A versatile vegetable (try saying that 10 times fast!) that can be used for cole slaw, sauerkraut, cooked or as vegetable catapult projectile!  Compare to Golden Acre.   Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds)  ...

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Cabbage, Red Express   Brassica oleracea (55-65 days) An excellent open pollinated compact, 2-3 pound red cabbage that heads up quickly. Gorgeous burgandy red color! Uniform color, size and shape. Not a storage variety, rather enjoy them over the summer and fall.  NHF Packet (1/2 g ≈ 500 seeds) ...

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Cactus, Luther Burbank Spineless Cutting Oputina hybrid Between 1907 and 1925, Luther Burbank introduced more that 60 varieties of spineless cacti. These were developed mostly from hybrids of varieties of the Indian fig (Opuntia ficus-indica) and the Mexican prickly pear (Opuntia tuna), and were offered in two main types: the fruiting varieties, grown for their variously colored and flavored prickly pears, and the forage varieties, grown for their edible pads (properly called thalli or nopalitos), which could be fed raw to livestock or cooked for human consumption. This cactus can grow to over 10' tall, however, in most northern areas it is more likely to grow to 5-6' tall. Staking may be necessary.  Hardy to USDA Zone 8 and is generally frost hardy down to 20 degrees once established, however, young plants may be more frost sensitive. Throughout Mexico and Central America, the young pads are peeled and fried or pickled. For more information on recipes and historical background of eating cacti please visit the Luther Burbank web page for this unique variety: http://www.lutherburbank.org/about-us/specialty-gardens/spineless-cactus We will send you a pad from a mother cactus that will need to be rooted, which is a fairly simple procedure of placing it in a gallon pot of potting soil and not watering until you observe new growth.  At this point is when new roots are growing.  Watering before this point will make it rot. You will receive more detailed growing instructions with your order. 1 Un-rooted Cactus Pad: $12.00...

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Calendula, Alpha (55-60 days)  Calendula officinalis Big and bright orange flowers with multiple rows of ray florets. 'Alpha" has a high resin content and the 2-3" flowers make it an excellent medicinal variety. Calendula petals can be eating raw or dried as a fun accompaniment to any dish. Self sows readily. For best results direct sow when soil temperatures have warmed to about 70 degrees.  Packet 1g (~ 90 seeds)          Ounce (~3,000 seeds)...

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