All
-
French Fingerling
This delicious heirloom, first imported from France in the 1950s, is a longtime favorite of restaurant chefs. French Fingerlings have attractive rosy-red smooth and tender skin, rich yellow flesh streaked with red and exquisite flavor. The flesh of this gourmet fingerling looks already buttered and its fine flavor is sweet and nutty, with a dense texture. Their thin skin is very edible and needn’t be removed before eating. The elongated oval tubers size up from 3 to 4 in. long.
These prized fingerlings cook quickly when boiled or roasted whole and they hold their shape, which makes them an excellent casserole or salad potato. Enjoy simply prepared as their superb flavor stands on its own. French Fingerling tubers often set near the surface, so hill plants up well and you’ll be rewarded with abundance.
Late: 95-125 days / Type: Indeterminate
1 lb. bag (plants a 10 foot row)
Mix and match your own potato patch:
Save 10% when you buy any 3 varieties or more!
Discount taken at checkoutRegular price $19.95Sale price $19.95Unit price per -
Pure Sunshine Yellow Mix
Earliest to bloom, yellow daffodils are synonymous with new beginnings. Our mix features different shapes that bring energy and light to your garden. When grey days linger, these jaunty blooms will lift your spirits. It’s hard not to smile when you pick a giant bouquet of lively bright yellow daffodils!
Mix includes: Trumpet Arkle, Dutch Master, Marieke and Rijnveld's Early Sensation, Large Cupped Avalon and Camelot, Jonquilla Trevithian, and Double Narcissus Yellow Cheerfulness. (Royal Horticultural Society Divisions 1, 2, 4 and 7). Blooms April and May. 14-20 inches tall.
Sold in bags of 25 bulbs.
Regular price $32.95Sale price $19.77Unit price per -
Long Keeping Onions Blush F1
A brand-new and unique onion that catches everyone’s eye! A cross between yellow and red onions, Blush produces large, globe-shaped, beautiful onions with shiny, rosy-pink champagne colored wrapper leaves, delicate pink rings and dense, fine textured flesh. This versatile new hybrid is an outstanding, widely adopted home garden variety that can take tough growing conditions. The big 4 inch bulbs have strong skins and store exceptionally well for many months of use.
These attractive onions are heavy for their size with crunchy flesh that is mild with just a hint of bite. Marinate slices for 5 minutes in cold water and then add to fresh green salads, or simply slice the Blush bulbs up to melt into succulent sweetness in stirfries, stews, soups, casseroles or as attractive and tasty pizza topping. We guarantee you’ll love them!
5 dozen plantsRegular price $22.95Sale price $22.95Unit price per -
Edible Container Flowers Hestia Dwarf Runner Beans
ANNUAL VINE
Summer/fall bloom with edible pods and seeds
Frost tenderSTART SEEDS OUTDOORS
In spring, be very sure to wait until weather is warm and settled and night temperatures stay above 55°F (13°C), before planting well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. For bed planting, poke seeds in 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart in rows 1 1/2 feet apart.
FOR CONTAINER PLANTING
Choose big pots at least 18 inches tall and 16-20 inches in diameter. Fill pots with fresh, moistened, good-quality potting mix. Sow seeds 3-4 inches apart. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination in 7-10 days. Sow again in different pots a few weeks later for a longer season of bloom.
GROWING NOTES
Protect young seedlings from marauding birds by covering with plastic berry baskets at planting time, removing when plants get crowded. Feed plants once a month with all-purpose fertilizer. Hestia’s blossoms are edible; enjoy as garnishes or or tasty salad additions. At the end of blooming season, let some flowers mature into bean pods and allow beans to completely dry in their pods to harvest and use for dried bean recipes.Regular price $4.39Sale price $4.39Unit price per -
Colorado Rose
This excellent new red-skinned potato variety offers high quality, crisp white flesh and smooth skin magenta-red skin, but its beauty goes a lot further than pretty color. You can rely on this great tasting all-purpose potato every season for uniform heavy yields of rosy colored, medium oval shaped tubers that can be used in so many ways, including roasting, mashing, frying, microwaved, or simply steamed for very pretty summer potato salads.
Versatile and productive Colorado Rose offers home gardeners excellent disease resistance to hollow heart, blackspot bruise, and shatter bruise. After harvest, Colorado Rose tubers will keep their color, won't fade in storage, and keep exceptionally well for a long season of use.
Early to Midseason: 80-95 days / Type: Determinate
1 lb. bag (plants a 10 foot row)
Mix and match your own potato patch:
Save 10% when you buy any 3 varieties or more!
Discount taken at checkoutRegular price $19.95Sale price $19.95Unit price per -
Giant Bouquet Marigolds Orange & Yellow Beast
ANNUAL
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tenderTO PLANT OUTDOORS
Sow seeds directly into well-worked garden soil in full sun once all danger of frost is past. Space seeds 3 inches apart and cover about 1/4 inch deep. Keep soil evenly moist. Germination takes 7 to 10 days. When seedlings are about 3 inches tall, carefully thin them to a final spacing of 9-12 inches apart because these vigorous, tall plants need room to grow and bloom. Extra thinned seedlings can be transplanted easily.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Sow seeds several inches apart in a container of well-drained seed starting mix 4 to 6 weeks before last expected frost date. Cover 1/4 inch deep, keep moist and provide a strong light source until ready to go outside. Transplant 9-12 inches apart once weather warms up and nights are above 55° F (13° C).
GROWING NOTES
These carefree, non-fussy branching plants reach 3-3 1/2 feet tall with long-lasting big blossoms and blue-green foliage. Perfect in any sunny spot for nonstop color all season long with armfuls of long stemmed flowers for big bouquets. Support the tall, hard blooming plants with stakes or flower supports. Feed and water regularly. No need to pinch plants or remove spent flowers for spectacular long bloom.
Regular price $4.69Sale price $4.69Unit price per -
Stalk Celery Merlin
TO PLANT DIRECTLY OUTDOORS
Start celery in spring, when temperatures are above 50°F (10°C) day and night. Plant in full sun or, in hot summer areas, where there is afternoon shade. Celery is a heavy feeder; amend soil well with a high nitrogen fertilizer before planting. Sow seeds thinly, about 1-2 inches apart and cover very lightly. Be patient and keep seedbed evenly moist while awaiting germination which is slow and uneven. When seedlings are 3 inches tall, thin to 8 inches apart to grow to maturity.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Start in early spring, 8-10 weeks before night temperatures are evenly above 50°F (10°C). Sow seeds thinly in containers of seed starting mix. Cover very lightly. Keep evenly moist; germination is uneven and takes up to 21 days. Keep seedlings at 70°F (21°C) range, providing a strong light source. Feed every 7-10 days with half strength liquid fertilizer like fish emulsion solution. When seedlings are well-established, plant in the garden 8 inches apart, so plants have room to grow and mature.
GROWING NOTES
For growing success and optimum flavor and yield, growing celery plants must be kept consistently moist and well fed. Check often and water regularly; a thick mulch of compost helps maintain moisture. Fertilize every few weeks with a high nitrogen fertilizer or fish emulsion solution. Harvest outside stalks at maturity as needed or cut whole plant.
Regular price $3.39Sale price $3.39Unit price per -
Dwarf Strawflower Rainbow Bouquet
ANNUAL
Summer/fall bloom
Can handle light frostSTARTING EARLY INDOORS
Start in spring 6 weeks before last expected frost. Sow seeds very thinly in a container of seed starting mix and cover very lightly. Keep evenly moist but not soggy, providing a strong light source. When seedlings are several inches tall, transplant 2 inches apart into a deeper containers. Once weather is settled and warm, acclimate to outdoor conditions before planting in the garden.
TO START EARLY OUTDOORS
Once all danger of frost is past, sow seeds 1 inch apart in containers of fresh potting mix, or broadcast thinly in fertile, well drained garden beds. Cover ¼ inch deep and keep evenly moist. When seedlings are several inches tall, thin to 6-8 inches apart so plants have room to branch and grow.
In Containers: Use containers 16-18 inches deep and wide filled with fresh potting soil. Sow seeds 1 inch apart, 1/4 inch deep. When several inches tall, thin or transplant seedlings 5 inches apart. Feed container plants monthly with all-purpose flower fertilizer.
GROWING NOTES
For fresh flowers, cut stems at desired length before the flower centers are fully open. To air dry for “everlastings,” simply remove leaves and hang upside down in bundles in a cool airy spot out of the sun. Dried Strawflowers cure quickly and last almost indefinitely.Regular price $3.69Sale price $3.69Unit price per -
Heirloom Pole Beans Kentucky Wonder
START SEEDS OUTDOORS
In late spring, once night temperatures stay securely above 55°F(13°C), plant seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Erect strong stakes, tripod poles or trellis, at planting time to support vines. Plant 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart along a trellis; around tripods or stakes, plant 4 to 6 seeds about 4 inches from each pole, thinning seedlings to 3 best plants per pole.
GROWING NOTES
Beans are an easy and reliable crop, but don’t plant seeds too early; cold conditions prevent good germination. If first sowing comes up unevenly, replant right away; new seedlings will catch up quickly. Birds are attracted to young seedlings; watch carefully and protect with netting if necessary. Avoid harvesting beans in wet conditions.
HARVEST AND USE
For the best yields, pick beans frequently, at least every 2 or 3 days. These tasty beans are delicious freshly harvested and the more pods you pick, the more plants will produce. Enjoy quickly steamed just until tender-crisp, then toss with a little sweet butter and a sprinkling of fresh tarragon or dill.
Regular price $4.89Sale price $4.89Unit price per -
Container Chile Peppers Early Flame Jalapeños
STARTING SEEDLINGS
Start indoors 8 weeks before outdoor night temperatures reach 55°F (13°C). Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep moist but not soggy, and very warm 80°F (27°C). Provide a strong light source until ready to plant outdoors. When seedlings are several inches tall, transplant into 4 inch pots. Keep warm; 70°F (21°C). Feed with half-strength liquid fertilizer.
When nights reach 55°F (13°C), acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions. If planting in garden beds, space 2 feet apart in rich soil in full sun.
CONTAINER GROWING
Transplant each well-developed seedling into a container about 15 inches tall and deep. Use fresh potting mix to prevent soil borne diseases. Fertilize 2 times per month with all-purpose fertilizer for best plants and bigger yields. Check often and water regularly; plants usually require daily watering in hot summer weather.
GROWING NOTES
Peppers need full sun at least 6 hours per day. Mulch well to maintain even moisture. Provide short stakes or cages to support the heavy sets of ripening fruit. Keep growing plants well watered and fed.
HARVEST AND USE
To harvest, cut rather than pull fruits from plants when deep glossy green or colored up red. Enjoy Jalapeños in sandwiches, fresh salsas, sauces, fajitas and marinades. They are delicious sliced and quickly pickled or stuffed with cheese and baked.Regular price $4.99Sale price $4.99Unit price per -
Top Flavor Carrots Napoli
START SEEDS OUTDOORS
In spring once danger of hard frost is past, sow seeds in full sun in finely worked, fertile soil. Sow 1/4 inch deep and 1/2 inch apart in rows 8 inches apart, or broadcast thinly in beds and cover lightly. Keep seedbed evenly moist as carrots can be slow to germinate, emerging over 10 to 20 days. If first sowing comes up unevenly, replant right away as seedlings catch up quickly. Be sure to thin young carrots several times so seedlings are about 2 inches apart and have room to size up.
GROWING NOTES
Carrots like well worked soil and need consistent moisture to grow well. If your soil tends to dry out, cover seedbed with floating row cover to help retain moisture during the germination period and water right through it. Keep carrots well watered and thinned. For a late season crop, sow again 3 months before first expected frost.
HARVEST AND USE
Let young carrots size up and color fully to orange before harvesting for best flavor. Saute or steam just until tender crisp and serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice, sweet butter and fresh dill; or try buttered and glazed with a little maple syrup or honey.
Regular price $4.89Sale price $4.89Unit price per -
Container Cucumber Bush Slicer
START SEEDS OUTDOORS
Plant heat loving cucumbers only when spring weather is warmed and night temperatures are consistently above 55°F (13°C). Amend soil well with aged manure or compost. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart in slightly mounded hills that are 3 feet apart, sowing 4 or 5 seeds in each hill. Thin to the 3 strongest seedlings in each hill so plants have room to grow and mature.
FOR CONTAINERS
Sow seed directly into containers 4 inches from edges. When plants are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin carefully to strongest seedlings. Final spacing should be one plant per pot 12 inches deep and 12 inches across or 2 plants in a larger container at least 18 inches across. For larger planters, grow plants at final spacing of 8 to10 inches apart.
GROWING NOTES
Protect seedlings from marauding birds with plastic berry baskets, removing before plants get crowded. Feed every other week. A good mulch will aid shallow rooted cucumber plants, which require ample and consistent moisture in hot dry weather. Avoid overly wet or dry periods for good quality fruit. In hot dry weather, check and water plants in containers daily.
HARVEST AND USE
Keep all mature cucumbers picked; fruits left on vines will signal the plant to stop producing. Cut rather than pull fruits from vines. Slice them up for refreshing snacks, salads and sandwiches. Eat within a day or two of picking for best taste and quality.
Regular price $3.39Sale price $3.39Unit price per -
Heirloom Dwarf Zinnias Thumbelina Mix
ANNUAL
Summer/fall bloom
Frost tenderEASIEST TO PLANT OUTDOORS
After danger of frost is past, sow seeds in full sun in well-worked soil. For container sowing, use fresh potting mix. Space seeds 2 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep and gently firm soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. When seedlings are several inches tall, thin to final spacing: For Containers, space plants 4 inches apart; In Garden Beds, space 8 inches apart.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Several weeks before last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 2 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until ready to plant outdoors. Transplant carefully before plants get too large.
CONTAINER GROWING
Use containers a minimum of 12 inches in diameter and 12 inches deep. Fill with well moistened, fresh potting mix.
GROWING NOTES
These carefree 12 to 16 inch tall zinnias perform well in hot and sunny conditions. Thin young seedlings to final spacing before too large. Water regularly and consistently. Support plants’ rapid growth by feeding with an all-purpose fertilizer every few weeks. Remove spent flowers often to encourage new blooms.Regular price $3.39Sale price $3.39Unit price per -
Our Favorite Weeder
For fast and effective garden weeding, we rely on and use this lightweight Japanese hand tool every day in our trial gardens. Its sharp, laminated carbon steel blade quickly and easily scrapes weeds right out of the ground, efficiently and cleanly cutting through their roots, even tenacious taproots. With its pointed edge, the scraper is perfect to carefully weed around other plants and is great for weeding containers. You’ll also find the blade good for digging.
We also use this multipurpose tool as a planting aid to make perfect shallow furrows down or across prepared garden beds and then directly sow seeds into the uniform, straight furrows.
Overall length: 13.25 in., Blade 5 in., Weight 7 oz. Blade can be easily resharpened.
Available both right and left handed.Regular price $16.95Sale price $16.95Unit price per -
Italian Late
This late maturing variety will nicely extend your garlic harvest and is well worth waiting for. The rounded, medium size bulbs have cream colored, tight wrapper skins that keep the fat garlic cloves inside them fresh. Italian Late has a balanced flavor with medium heat and spiciness.
You can rely on Italian Late for consistent good flavor and longer keeping than other softneck garlics. Grow Italian Late for an extended fresh garlic season.
Late-season maturity.
See All Garlic and Shallots
1/2 lb. bag (3-6 full heads) / SoftneckRegular price $17.95Sale price $17.95Unit price per -
Nootka Rose
This Northwest heirloom garlic hails originally from the San Juan Islands in Washington. It is a handsome garlic with medium to large bulbs, often streaked in rosy-red. Nootka Rose offers garlic lovers strong spicy flavor, delicious aroma and some real heat.
Nootka Rose grows reliably and sizes up nicely. These handsome bulbs with their robust flavor are a favorite of garlic lovers who love to cook. The bulbs keep very well for prolonged enjoyment at the table. Late-season maturity.
See All Garlic and Shallots
1/2 lb. bag (3-6 full heads) / SoftneckRegular price $17.95Sale price $17.95Unit price per -
Italian Early
Originally from Italy, this classic favorite is always widely grown in Gilroy, California, known as the “garlic capital” of the world. Italian Early’s big, white bulbs have purple streaks at their base and large, milky-white, spicy cloves. Its well rounded flavor enhances every recipe.
This is a good variety for making garlic braids to store your harvest or give as gifts. Italian Early is better adapted to mild climates and summer heat than many other garlic varieties. Ready to harvest early and an excellent keeper. Early-season maturity.
See All Garlic and Shallots
1/2 lb. bag (3-6 full heads) / SoftneckRegular price $17.95Sale price $17.95Unit price per -
German Red
We heartily recommend this robust and hardy garlic from the rocambole family for strong, reliable harvests in cold winter climates where the ground freezes hard. The easy to peel bulbs have striking reddish cloves around a center stalk. Garlic lovers look forward to its spicy, deliciously bold taste.
Used raw, sautéed or roasted, German Red’s zesty flavor lends itself to any dish where garlic is important to make flavor combinations sing. Great for garlic bread! Super in pesto! Enjoy German red first; it is truly delicious, but doesn’t store as long as other varieties. Mid-season maturity.
See All Garlic and Shallots
1/2 lb. bag (3-6 full heads) / HardneckRegular price $17.95Sale price $17.95Unit price per -
Asparagus Crowns Millennium
This new variety, bred in Ontario, Canada, is a superior all-around performer and has quickly become the new standard for asparagus quality and production. Millennium is a vigorous grower with strong spring emergence in various soil types including heavier soils.
Higher yielding than Jersey giant or Jersey Supreme, Millennium’s top quality plants put all their energy into producing particularly tender, succulent spears. Millennium has excellent rust resistance, fusarium tolerance, and is productive in both mild and very hard winter areas.
You’ll be rewarded with regular uniform harvests of 7 to 9 inch, delectable, bright green crunchy spears, delicious whether steamed, roasted, stirfried or sautéed.
25 Crowns – Limited Quantities: Order Now
Asparagus roots ship directly from our grower beginning in early April. Shipping dates depend on your climate zone and weather in transit. See shipping chart.
See More About Our Asparagus Crowns Please Provide a Street Address for Shipping; we cannot ship this item to a PO box.
Regular price $39.95Sale price $39.95Unit price per -
All Purpose Onions Super Star F1
This fine All-America winning hybrid onion is a truly a star performer well deserving of its coveted award. Superstar will grow and produce abundantly in almost anywhere in the country because it is a day neutral onion. Their strong tall foliage protects the big bulbs from sunburning and plants are resistant to pink root.
Super Star yields big harvests of big shiny white mild tasting bulbs sweet enough to eat raw in sandwiches and salads. After harvest, these beautiful, creamy white, crispy onions store very well for long-term enjoyment. If planted early in spring, individual onions can reach 1 pound or more!
5 dozen plantsRegular price $22.95Sale price $22.95Unit price per -
Heirloom Rainbow Flowers Colorful, Carefree Zinnias
NOTE
Seeds in this canister are packed with a larger quantity of organic rice hulls to help space them. Before opening, shake canister thoroughly to mix.
HOW TO PLANT AND GROW
When spring weather is warm and settled, and nights are reliably above 50°F (10°C), prepare planting area by removing all weeds, grass, stones and large clumps. Loosen the top 2 inches of soil with a digging fork or shovel, then smooth with a flat rake.
Scatter mix thinly and evenly. Using your rake, work to cover the seeds with 1/2 inch of soil, then use planting mix or compost to cover any exposed seed mix. Water thoroughly with a gentle mist.
Protect tiny seedlings from birds by using netting or ribbons of shiny, reflective flash tape at planting time. Keep weeded and watered; when 3 inches tall, remove covering and thin seedlings to 8-10 inches apart for good air circulation and enough elbow room to grow, branch and bloom freely.
HARVEST AND USE
For bouquets, pick just as flowers open, cutting long stems well back into the plant to keep them branching. Butterflies, bees, and other native pollinators will seek out and work these pretty flowers that provide them with nectar, pollen and shelter.
Zinnias are carefree and long-lasting, but will thrive and bloom longer with proper thinning, regular watering and several applications of organic fertilizer over their long flowering season.
Regular price $16.95Sale price $16.95Unit price per -
Sweet and Mild Onions Ringmaster
An outstanding and improved strain of Sweet Spanish onion, Ringmaster has white flesh and milky white skins. It produces very large globe-shaped onions with really crisp, mild, sweet flesh. These long day onions are heavy producers and excellent storage onions that keep for 4-5 months. Ringmaster is resistant to pink root disease.
Ringmaster onions have thick crispy rings surrounding a single center, making them just perfect to slice for succulent onion rings or for garnishing burgers. They also delicious sliced up in sandwiches and wonderful for tacos and chopped salads.
5 dozen plantsRegular price $22.95Sale price $22.95Unit price per -
Heirloom Summer Garden Dancing, Joyous Sunflowers
NOTE
Seeds in this canister are packed with a larger quantity of organic rice hulls to help space them. Before opening, shake canister thoroughly to mix.
HOW TO PLANT AND GROW
When spring weather is warm and settled, and nights are reliably above 50°F (10°C), prepare the planting area by removing all weeds, grass, large clumps and stones. Loosen the top 2 inches of soil with a digging fork or shovel, then smooth with a flat rake.
Scatter mix thinly and evenly. Using your rake, work to cover the seeds with 1/2-1 inch of soil, then use planting mix or compost to cover any exposed seed mix. Water thoroughly with a gentle mist.
Keep weeded and watered; protect tiny seedlings from birds by using netting or ribbons of shiny, reflective flash tape at planting time. When 3-4 inches tall, remove covering and thin seedlings to 10-12 inches apart. This spacing is critical for sturdy, windproof plants with good root systems and large flowers.
HARVEST AND USE
For bouquets, cut when flowers just begin to open. Many diverse pollinators will busily visit the florets in each flower head and seeds will begin to mature. When the center disk florets have dried, birds will happily snack on ripening seed heads.
Harvest for winter feeding by covering ripening heads with paper bags until kernels are plump and hard shelled. Cut entire heads; store until cool and dry, then remove seeds. Store in closed containers to feed as needed.
Regular price $16.95Sale price $16.95Unit price per -
Heirloom Broccoli Raab Super Rapini
START SEEDS DIRECTLY IN THE GARDEN
In very early spring as soon as ground can be worked, prepare a well-drained, fertile garden bed in full sun. Sow seeds 2 inches apart in rows 6 to 8 inches apart. Cover 1/4 inch deep and keep soil evenly moist to ensure good germination. When seedlings are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin to stand 4 to 6 inches apart.
GROWING NOTES
Sow Broccoli Raab in cool early spring weather, about the same time as you plant turnips and radishes. Consistent moisture, early thinning and an adequate supply of nitrogen will encourage the quick growth needed to produce tender juicy shoots with plump buds. Use non-toxic B.T. (Bacillus thuringiensis) products to control caterpillar pests as necessary. Make several sowings a week apart for a continuous harvest. Sow again in late summer for a fall crop.
HARVEST AND USE
Harvest both leaves and flowering stalks at 7 to 8 inches tall, when they are still tender and juicy and the flower buds are plump and closed. After cutting, water plants and feed with fish emulsion solution to get a second harvest in a few weeks. Enjoy the hearty flavor of these vitamin-rich greens by briefly steaming or prepare traditionally by first blanching quickly in a boiling water bath, and then sautéing them in olive oil with chopped garlic.
Regular price $3.39Sale price $3.39Unit price per
A brand-new and unique onion that catches everyone’s eye! A cross between yellow and red onions, Blush produces large, globe-shaped, beautiful onions with shiny, rosy-pink champagne colored wrapper leaves, delicate pink rings and dense, fine textured flesh. This versatile new hybrid is an outstanding, widely adopted home garden variety that can take tough growing conditions. The big 4 inch bulbs have strong skins and store exceptionally well for many months of use.
See More About Our Asparagus Crowns
