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Danvers 126 Carrot sativus', is excellent in heavy soils. In addition to the nice flavor, it is resistant to cracks and splits. The Danvers 126 worked wonderfully when interplanted with onions and worked particularly well in the heavy soils because of it's higher fiber content. The single most important factor in growing carrots is to have a deep, clod and rock free, well drained soil. A 50% peat moss mix with the soil is ideal. Even moisture is essential. The Carrot Danvers 126, 'Daucus carota var. Current price: $1.59 » Details about Danvers 126 Carrot » Order

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Dark Red Teatime Red Hibiscus The red base of the flower is used for tea, juice, sauce, jelly, wines and pies. Hibiscus sabdariffa is widely grown in many areas of Asia, Africa and America. The fleshy red, cup-like, 1 inch base of the flower, called a calyx, is used to make cool drinks and tea. The fruits can be harvested about 10 days after the flowers appear, while the calyces are still tender and juicy. The Hibiscus Teatime, 'Hibiscus sabdariffa', is a robust, shrub-like annual that is attractive as a hedge or in a border. Current price: $2.99 » Details about Dark Red Teatime Red Hibiscus » Order

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Dwarf Mix Bachelor Button In addition to the wonderful blend of colours, Bachelor Button Dwarf Mix has other admirable traits including drought tolerance. Bachelor Button is as well known as Cornflower. The flowers can be used as dried or cut flowers. Bachelor Button prefers full sun but they will withstand some light shade. Bachelor Button will perform the best in relatively dry soils. The Bachelor Button Dwarf Blend, 'Centaurea cyanus', is a blend of purple, light blue, pink, and white flowers that will impress you. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Dwarf Mix Bachelor Button » Order

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Early Jalapeno Pepper Chile There is a tremendous lot of hot, very tasty flavor in this small 3 inch pepper. The Early Jalapeno pepper will turn red after green if left on the vine. The Early Jalapeno Hot Pepper is as good container variety and it as well makes a smart informal hedge. Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Use gloves and do not touch any other part of the body after harvesting. Wash your hands immediately. The Pepper Hot Early Jalapeno, 'Capsicum annuum', is a very tasty hot pepper for ethnic foods. Current price: $2.39 » Details about Early Jalapeno Pepper Chile » Order

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Early Wonder Beets Early Wonder as well has very tasty beets and produces a crop quickly. Early Wonder has it all, tasty and abundant greens and very flavorful beets. Did you know the 18 inch tall greens are as tasty as chard or spinach and are very nutritious? This plant is excellent for northern climates and southern climates where multiple crops are possible. Beets prefer deep, well drained soil with lots of organic material. They need to be kept moist. The Beet Early Wonder, 'Beta vulgaris', is considered the best beet for greens. Current price: $1.59 » Details about Early Wonder Beets » Order

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Feverfew The Feverfew has a long history as an herbal remedy and it is popular in Victorian gardens. Feverfew is a reliable, unfussy plant with masses of small white flowers on strong-scented ferny yellow-green foliage. Feverfew prefers well drained soils and moderate to low water conditions. Do not over water. Plant in full sun and deadhead regularly if you do not want to establish volunteer seeds for next year. The Feverfew, 'Tanacetum (Chrysanthemum) parthenium', displays charming clusters of small daisy-like flowers on aromatic bushy plânts. Current price: $2.39 » Details about Feverfew » Order

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French Breakfast Radish French Breakfast has endured in gardens for over 100 years because of it's wonderful, delicate flavor. This spring radish grows best during the cool periods of spring and fall, but will as well withstand some summer heat. Radishes prefer loose, light soil, with a fair amount of organic material. Harvest radish when 3 to 4 inches long. Bigger radishes are pithy or hot. The Radish French Breakfast, 'Raphanus sativus', is an Heirloom variety that has been in cultivation since the 18th century. Current price: $1.69 » Details about French Breakfast Radish » Order

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Genovese Basil Genovese basil has a strong basil flavor and aroma and is a favourite for pesto. There is nothing like the smell of basil. Basil is the smell of summer. Genovese basil will not disappoint the basil lover. It has a particularly strong fragrance and flavor making it excellent for almost any basil dish. The edible flowers rice, mild vegetables, eggplant and many others. Plant 1 to 14 days after the last average frost date. Place the Basil seeds in well drained soil with lots of organic matter. The Basil Genovese Italian, 'Ocimum basilicum', is widely grown in Italy. Current price: $1.79 » Details about Genovese Basil » Order

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Greek Mini Basil Yevani has a strong, spicy basil flavor that is a compliment to any tomato dish. The small mounding plant is excellent for containers. This small-leaved, 12 inch diameter, 6 inch tall mounded basil doesn't give anything to other basils in flavor. It has a very strong basil taste and fragrance that makes "a little go a long way". Plant 1 to 14 days after the last average frost date. Place the Basil seeds in well drained soil with lots of organic matter. The Basil Greek Mini Yevani, 'Ocimum basilicum minimum', is a basil lover's treat. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Greek Mini Basil » Order

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Habanero Pepper Chile The Habenero Chile Pepper is prized by chile aficionados not only for its intense heat, but its distinct fruitiness. The Habeneros will turn a bland barbeque into a fiery feast. Harvest when 1 inch long or longer. Use gloves and do not touch any other part of the body after harvesting. Wash your hands immediately. The Pepper Chile Habenero, 'Capsicum chinense', is the hottest known pepper in the world! It adds fire and a distinctive citrus flavor to salsas, chutneys and soups. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Habanero Pepper Chile » Order

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Hales Best Jumbo Muskmelon Hale's Best has very thick, sweet salmon-pink flesh with a small seed cavity. Talk to old timers and they still swear by Hale's Best. Hale's Best grow and stays sweet in a wide variety of conditions, particularly drought. The muskmelon is about 6 inches in diameter and weighs about 3.5 pounds each. Muskmelons prefer light and well drained soil. Muskmelons use a tremendous lot of water but they should not ever be soggy wet. The Muskmelon Hale's Best Jumbo, 'Cucumis melo-Reticulatus Group', is an old time favourite with a fabulous flavor. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Hales Best Jumbo Muskmelon » Order

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Hearts of Gold Muskmelon The Hearts of Gold Melon is very simply a wonderful melon with it's out of this world flavor. The dark orange, thick flesh is very aromatic. The melons are round and about 6 inches in diameter. They will mature in about 75 days and the melon is very heavily netted. Muskmelons prefer light and well drained soil. Muskmelons use a tremendous lot of water but they should not ever be soggy wet. The Muskmelon Hearts of Gold, 'Cucumis melo-Reticulatus Group', is a great short season melon. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Hearts of Gold Muskmelon » Order

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Honey & Cream Corn If we had to choose two vegetables that were much better home grown than bought from a store, corn and tomatoes would be our choice. Honey and Cream allows gardeners with small plots or gardeners in northern climates to enjoy this wonderful flavor. Harvest the ears when the husks are dark green and the silks are brown but not brittle. Corn is usually ready 3 weeks after silks appear. The Corn Honey & Cream, 'Zea mays var rugosa', is excellent for small gardens and short growing seasons. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Honey & Cream Corn » Order

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Hungarian Hot Pepper Chile The Hungarian Yellow Wax pepper was developed in Hungary and has a waxy colour that resembles bees' wax. The Wax peppers are actually orange-red when ripe, but are usually pickled while still yellow. Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Harvest when peppers are yellow and 3 to 4 inches long. The Pepper Chile Hungarian Yellow Wax, 'Capsicum annuum', is a medium-hot Old World favourite that is the perfect pick for pickled peppers. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Hungarian Hot Pepper Chile » Order

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Italian Sprouting Broccoli This very tasty broccoli produces a tremendous lot of small to medium heads with a long harvest period. If you have eaten Broccoli in Italy, you know what we say when we say you should try Di Cocco. The plants are tasty and productive. Sow successive plantings every 14 days throughout the cool early growing season for continuous harvest. Broccoli prefers light, loamy, well drained soils. The Broccoli Italian Sprouting Di Cicco, 'Brussica rapa (ruvo group)', ia European Heirloom. Current price: $1.69 » Details about Italian Sprouting Broccoli » Order

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Italian White Ribbed Swiss Chard The Italian White Ribbed Swiss Chard will grow in heat and cold, is nutritious, and has a long harvest period. White Ribbed Swiss Chard can either be steamed, stir-fried, or eaten fresh. Swiss Chard is a green that many seasoned gardeners claim everyone must grow. In warm climates, plant in late summer for fall/winter crop. Chard grows best in in well drained soil with lots of organic matter. The Swiss Chard Italian White Ribbed, 'Beta Vulgaris', is almost the perfect vegetable. Current price: $1.69 » Details about Italian White Ribbed Swiss Chard » Order

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Leek This sweet, mild onion relative won't overpower other flavors in a dish. The Leek is under used and over priced in the U.S. The sweet, mild onion flavor of leeks makes them a versatile addition to many recipes. Leeks can be used as key ingredients in foods or blended without overpowering drained soil. Water the planting bed regularly because uneven moisture will affect taste and texture. Harvest Leeks when about 1 inch in diameter, firm and not too bulbous at the base. The Leek, 'Allium Ampeloprasum Porrum', has been a staple in European kitchens for centuries. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Leek » Order

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Lime Basil For you basil lovers, do not pass this one up. This rare and tasty basil will work wonders in vinegar, with fish, salad dressings, sauces, and oils. Desserts are a perfect addition for Lime Basil. It can be grown inside in the winter and is a good container plant. Plant 1 to 14 days after the last average frost date. Place the Basil seeds in well drained soil with lots of organic matter. The Basil Lime, 'Ocimum basilicum americanum', combines the flavor of basil and lime that gives you and unusual, dramatic, tasty basil. Current price: $1.79 » Details about Lime Basil » Order

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Lolla Rossa Lettuce It is an excellent "Cut-and-come-again" lettuce. This very attractive lettuce has a mild, unique flavor that is prized by many. In addition, the red-edged, frilly, deeply curled leaves are very attractive and they make a wonderful garnish. They will grow in light shade. Lettuce grows well near cabbage, beets, carrots, chives, garlic, and onion. The Lettuce Leaf Lolla Rossa, 'Lactuca sativa', has a mild but distinct flavor and that is why Lolla Rossa has a large following. Current price: $1.79 » Details about Lolla Rossa Lettuce » Order

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Mediterranean Arugula Descriptions such as hot with a hint of nut flavor, tart, and spicy are used to describe Arugula. Nothing adds such an exciting, interesting flavor and texture to salads as this green.Rocket Salad Arugula prefers light, fertile, moist, and well drained soil. In warmer climates, delay planting during the heat of the summer. The Arugula Mediterranean Rocket Salad, Roquette, 'Eruca sativa', is a select variety grown in Italy to maintain the traditional taste and colour of Italian Arygula. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Mediterranean Arugula » Order

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Mesclun Mix Lettuce Lettuce is a cool season annual. Successive plantings can produce lettuce spring through fall. Plant in early spring, 3 to 4 weeks before the average last frost date, and successive plantings thereafter every 3 weeks until 5 weeks before fall frost. Lettuce likes light, fertile, moist, and well drained soils. They will grow in light shade. Lettuce grows well near cabbage, beets, carrots, chives, garlic, and onion. The Arugula, Mizuna, Tatsol, Lettuce Summer Bibb, and the Lettuce Black Seeded Simpson. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Mesclun Mix Lettuce » Order

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Mizuna Mustard It is so attractive that it is used as an ornamental. Commonly used as a graceful bedding plant that "floats" in the flower beds and as a sweet, mild mustard green that is ready to harvest in 3 weeks. Mizuna looks are deceptive; it is a beautiful graceful prolific branching plant that will as well germinate under cold and wet spring conditions. The Mustard Mizuna Siu Cai, Xiu Cai, 'Brassica rapa', is the perfect mustard green with its mild, sweet, earthy, mustardy flavor that tolerates cold and heat. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Mizuna Mustard » Order

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Moon & Stars Watermelon The yellow dots look like stars scattered among larger moons on a very dark green rind and on the foliage. This genetic defect in the pigmentation makes it the most interesting looking watermelon around and has no effect on the very sweet, red, and absolutely delicious flesh. Watermelon ripens in about 35 days after the flowers are pollinated by bees. Fertilize lightly every 4 to 6 weeks. The Watermelon Moom & Stars, 'Citrullus lanatus', is an old Amish heirloom recently rediscovered in rural Missouri. Current price: $2.39 » Details about Moon & Stars Watermelon » Order

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Moss Curled Parsley Don't leave parsley on your plate! For a fresh palate, fresh breath, and good nutrition, enjoy eating this decorative herb. Moss Curled Parsley grows in 12 inch mounds that are very attractive in the garden. They can be grown in herb pots, or even grown inside in a very bright spot. Plant in the spring in well drained soil. The Parsley Moss Curled, 'Petroselinum crispum', is an herb you can always depend on because of it's cold hardiness. Current price: $1.89 » Details about Moss Curled Parsley » Order

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Nantes Carrot sativus', is an old standard that has a reputation for sweet flavor and crisp texture. The bright orange-red roots are 6 to 7 inches long. The open pollinated Scarlet Nantes deserves to be and old favourite because of the sweet flavor, crisp texture and an inconspicuous core. The dye from carrots is used to colour butter. A 50% peat moss mix with the soil is ideal. Even moisture is essential. The Carrot Scarlet Nantes, 'Daucus carota var. Current price: $1.59 » Details about Nantes Carrot » Order

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