Cucumber, National Pickling

National Pickling cucumber is a flavorful and smooth slicing variety that produces loads of cucumbers for you to enjoy! Fruits are smooth (burpless) and sweet. No need to peel the fruit! Suggested Planting Requirements: Cucumbers can be seeded inside or in a greenhouse several weeks before the last frost, then transplanted into warm soil. Zones 9 and 10 can transplant out cucumbers in mid-April. Watch a video on how to transplant correctly on our YouTube channel. Plant cucumbers in small, 2’ high/2’ diameter mounds with plenty of added organic matter. If direct sowing, sow 6-7 seeds per mound. Once the seedlings sprout, thin to the 3 best vines. Plants can be potted and/or trellised and/or left to sprawl on the ground. For the best production, we recommend that you trellis your cucumbers and avoid overhead watering as this leads to foliar diseases. Growing Recommendations: In cool regions, start seeds indoors 10-14 days before the last frost, or sow seeds directly when the soil is at least 70°F. Harvesting & Storage: Harvest when the fruit is small to medium-sized for best flavor. For pickling, harvest as small as 2-3 inches or up to their mature size of 5-6". Harvest fruit as it ripens to keep the vines productive. Store in a cool place. For more tips on cucumber growing, visit our YouTube channel. Watch a video on cucumber growing tips here. Soil Temperature: 60-85°F Planting Depth: 1/2" Days to Germination: 7-10+ Days to Maturity: 65-75+ Length at Maturity: 3'-6' Lighting Requirements: Part Sun Spacing: 3'-6' Cucumis sativus Available Package: 30 seeds [fusion_youtube id="https://youtu.be/cLNli85bc00" alignment="" width="" height="" autoplay="false" api_params="&rel=0" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" css_id=""][/fusion_youtube]

Flat Leaf Italian Parsley Seed

Parsley - Flat Leaf Italian Petroselinum crispum This Flat Leaf Italian Parsley seed produces large flavorful dark green leaves that are used in salad dressings, meat dishes, soups, and more. Flat Leaf Italian Parsley has a flavor that is much more pronounced than that of the more familiar curled type. This variety can be allowed to reseed for continuous growth. Suggested Planting Requirements: Parsley enjoys a pH level of 6.0-7.0. Even moisture is important and compost or mulch will help ensure even moisture. Parsley is a fan of phosphate, so adding an organic fertilizing like a bone meal is optimal. In general, parsley is not a fussy plant. If left to reseed in the garden, you will enjoy parsley year after year. Beneficial insects also love the flowers of parsley. Growing Recommendations: This full sun annual can be germinated indoors before the soil has warmed. For Southern California growers, parsley can be grown year-round in mild areas. Harvesting & Storing: Harvest before flowers for optimal flavor. You can cut single stocks of parsley or use the cut and come again method. This method slows the flowering process. Learn about it here in our YouTube video. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 7-10 Days to Maturity: 35-50+ Height at Maturity: 12”-18” Lighting R equirements Part Shade to Full Sun Spacing: Broadcast Package Weight: 1 gram Sows Approximately a 40' row. Shop all our herbs here!

Chard, Rainbow ORGANIC

Rainbow Chard is a favorite of children and adults! Packed full of vitamins and nutrients, colorful Rainbow Chard plants are as beautiful as they are nutritious. Grown on our farm for years, these productive and hearty plants show disease resistance and can perennialize in cooler coastal areas. Stunning multi-colored Rainbow Chard chard stems range in color from white, gold, pink, deep crimson, pink striped, orange, scarlet, purple, and green. Best when harvested young for salads but can be harvested all season long. Plants can reach up to 6’ tall if left to reseed the garden. Suggested Planting Requirements: Chard should be directly sown in full sun with mild temperatures or in partial shade during the summer in milder climates. Consistent watering will give continuous yield and discourage bolting. Direct sow or transplant. Growing Recommendations: Chard is best grown in full sun in the late spring and early fall. Chard can be grown in poor soil conditions. Harvesting & Storage: Harvest as you would salad greens or beet greens. Leaves are best when picked in the early morning and stored directly in the refrigerator before the heat of the day. Chard may be kept moist in a salad spinner for several days. Chard is a hardier green and can be frozen too. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 7-14 Days to Maturity: 45-60+ Height at Maturity: 1-2' Lighting Requirements: Part Shade to Full Sun Spacing: 4"-6" Beta vulgaris Package Weight: .5 gram Approximate seed count per pack: 40 seeds Area to sow: Approximately 10" bed (this takes into account thinning)

Bean, Kentucky Wonder Pole

Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean has long, round, stringless pods with a tender texture. This heirloom pole variety is tasty. Beans can be used fresh, shelled, and dried. Suggested Planting Requirements: Legumes like a well-drained soil rich in organic matter and a moderate amount of nutrients. Plants should be watered lightly at the time of planting, medium at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. You may start indoors for short-season growing, or seed directly once soils have reached at least 65F, after the last frost. Soak beans for 24 hours before planting for expedited germination. Growing Recommendations: To ensure bountiful harvest make successive plantings every 10 days for a continuous harvest. Avoid overhead watering to prevent diseases. Harvesting & Storage: Pick regularly to extend the harvest period. When you have enough beans harvested you can let the remaining beans mature and dry them on the vine to use as shell beans. Fresh pole beans freeze well. Soil Temperature: 65-85°F Planting Depth: 1" Days to Germination: 5-10 Days to Maturity: 65-70+ Height at Maturity: 5’-7’ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1'-2' Phaseolus vulgaris Available package: 30 seeds Approx.: 9 grams

Spinach, Bloomsdale ORGANIC

With more flavor than other varieties, Bloomsdale is a tender and sweet spinach grown by many as a specialty green. Its flavor can be compared to that of Swiss chard. Recommended planting requirements: Spinach does well in sandy soil with lots of organic matter. Adding compost before planting is recommended. Grow in a cool area with full sun. Growing Requirements: Spinach is a quickly growing crop. For the best spinach give the plant optimal fertilization and watering. Harvest and Storage: Spinach can be harvested as needed by cutting leaves from the plant. These tender leaves should be used quickly as spinach does not keep well. Sautéing, wilting, and many other cooking applications can be used for this versatile garden green. Soil Temperature: 30-75 Planting Depth: 1/2" Days to Germination: 5-22 Days to Maturity: 40-60 Height at Maturity: NA Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 2” Package Weight: .5 gram Approximate seed count per packet: 45 seeds Sows about 10' Row (This takes into account thinning.)

Watermelon Radish is an heirloom variety radish. It produces a wonderful pink starburst center that adds a pop of color to any dish with a mild peppery flavor that is superb. It's our most popular radish variety! Recommended Planting requirements: Radishes do not need a lot of nitrogen, however, organic matter is important. Growing Recommendations: In mild areas like San Diego radishes can be grown year-round. Succession plant for a steady supply of radishes. Harvesting and Storage: Radishes are best when harvested at their optimal size. For this variety, the best harvest size is anywhere from 1-3". Radishes become fibrous and bitter when left too long in the garden. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 3-10 Days to Maturity: 25-35+ Height at Maturity: NA Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1” Raphanus sativus Package Weight: 2 gram Approximate seed count per packet: 200 seeds Sows about 50' Row (This takes into account thinning.)

Carrot, Tendersweet ORGANIC

Sweet and coreless, these smooth, heirloom carrots are about 6" long. Recommended growing requirements: Like most root crops, loose well-drained soil is important. For carrots, highly porous soil the most important factor in growth. Growing recommendation: Carrots do not need a lot of space and can be grown in between other crops. Harvesting and Storage: Carrots can be left in the ground until needed to ensure freshness. Otherwise harvest carrots by gently uprooting from the ground. Store in a cool area. Store in the refrigerator for weeks. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: ¼” Days to Germination: 4-20 Days to Maturity: 45-55+ Height at Maturity: 3”-7” Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 10-12” Daucus carota Package weight: .5 gram

Eggplant, Long Purple

Long Purple Eggplant is richer and milder than most, pleasing the pickiest of eggplant lovers! This Italian heirloom is long and slender in shape. Fewer seeds and thin skin make this eggplant variety ideal for cooking. Suggested Planting Requirements: Soil should be fertile, well-drained, and rich in organic matter, with a pH of 5.8 to 6.8. Eggplant also needs a lot of calcium, so add lime to the soil before you plant. Southern California growers should be careful of over-liming an area. Plant eggplants in a warm area sheltered from winds. Growing Recommendations: Transplant to the garden when all danger of frost has passed and the soil temperature has reached 60°F. Eggplants can be fairly drought tolerant but do well in optimal moisture levels. Harvesting & Storage: Fruits can be harvested anytime after half of the mature size, but don't wait too long, over-ripe fruit is tough and bitter. Eggplants do not store well and should be used soon after harvest. Soil Temperature: 75-90°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 10-20+ Height at Maturity: 2'-3' Days to Maturity: 75+ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1'-2' Solanum melongena Available Package: .25 gram Approximate seed pack per package 70 seeds Area to sow approximately a 60' bed (This takes into account thinning.) [fusion_youtube id="https://youtu.be/OkDVtEnTLV8" alignment="" width="" height="" autoplay="false" api_params="&rel=0" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" css_id=""][/fusion_youtube]

Dill Seeds, Long Island Mammoth

Long Island Mammoth dill seeds produce large frilly dill plants with a strong and tasty dill flavor that will make any dish or pickle recipe an instant favorite! Long Island Mammoth dill is a must-have for pickles, dressing, bread, and more. Suggested Planting Requirements: A full sun annual that grows well in fertile soil with good drainage. In Southern California and areas with mild winters dill can be planted all cool season-long. Grows the happiest in the cool wet weather of early spring. In warmer climates, growers can add lots of compost to the soil and mulch heavily to help get the roots cool. Use shade cloth during the warmer parts of late spring to extend the season. Growing Recommendations: Direct sow or transplant dill. Weed competition can inhibit growth and production. For best results keep beds well weeded and give a monthly feeding of compost tea or other organic feedings. Harvesting & Storage: Dill flavor varies depending on when it is harvested. For fresh dill, harvest when the plant is green and mature. For pickles or other cooking methods, harvest just prior to the opening of flowers. If your dill plant begins to flower, just let it! It's a favorite of many beneficial insects and butterflies. The flowers are very attractive and look beautiful in pickle jars. Dill seeds can also be used in the kitchen. Here is the recipe for our favorite dill dip! https://youtu.be/tokE30Gjxw4 Soil Temperature: 75-95°F Planting Depth: 1/2" Days to Germination: 7-14+ Days to Maturity: 45-55+ Length at Maturity: 1-2" Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: thin to 3-4" Anethum graveolens Available package: .25 gram

Kale, Lacinato ORGANIC

Kale, Lacinato ORGANIC Brassica Oleracea Lacinato or some times called dinosaur kale is the most popular variety of kale. It is often used to make kale chips and is great in salads or cooked dishes. This variety is very prolific and one plant can give you kale all season long. Recommended growing requirements: Although kale can be grown year-round in mild climates, it’s best tasting in cooler seasons. If you plan on keep kale for multiple seasons make sure to amend the soil with plenty of organic matter and give it plenty of space. Growing Recommendation: Starting seeds or direct sowing is acceptable. As kale gets larger, watering must be done frequently enough since kale leaves are made up of largely of water. Harvesting & Storage: One of the primary benefits of kale is its ability to produce and produce. Simply cut kale leaves as needed. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: ¼” Days to Germination: 4-20 Days to Maturity: 45-60+ Height at Maturity: 2’ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 12-14” Package Weight: .5 grams Approximate seed count per pack: 45 seeds Sows about a 30' bed (this takes in account thinning) CALL FOR LARGER QUANTITIES 858-736-6872

Royal Burgundy bean is an heirloom bush variety. A reliable producer with stunning deep purple beans, it has long, round, stringless pods with a tender texture. Royal Burgundy beans can be used fresh, shelled, and dried. The flowers are just as gorgeous! We suggest you succession plant every two weeks for a long summer supply of these stunning and flavorful beans. The plants are productive with disease resistance. Suggested Planting Requirements: Legumes like a well-drained soil rich in organic matter and a moderate amount of nutrients. Plants should be watered lightly at the time of planting, medium at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Despite the warning against transplanting your beans, on our farm we almost always start our seeds in the greenhouse and plant them out. This allows for perfect spacing on our small farm. Depending on your preference you may start indoors for short-season growing, or seed directly once soils have reached at least 48F, after the last frost. If you plant them too soon in cold soil, your seeds will likely rot. Soak beans for 24 hours before planting for expedited germination. Growing Recommendations: Avoid overhead watering to prevent diseases. The more you pick, the more beans the plant will produce. Checking the plant every few days is a good practice. Space the plants 6- 8" to provide ample airflow and prevent fungal issues. Harvesting & Storage: Pick regularly to extend the harvest period. When you have enough beans harvested you can let the remaining beans mature and dry them on the vine to use as shell beans. Fresh pole beans freeze well. Soil Temperature: 65-85°F Planting Depth: 1" Days to Germination: 5-10 + Days to Maturity: 65-70+ Height at Maturity: 5’-7’ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1'-2' Phaseolus vulgaris Available package: 30 seeds Approx.: 9 grams LARGER QUANTITIES AVAILABLE - CALL US!

Japanese Daikon radish seeds produce a mild and tasty annual crop. This top-quality variety is a kitchen essential. A wonderful crop to improve soil structure! Long roots break up hard soils and allow water and oxygen to get deep into the soil, feeding the soil life that is essential for good organic soils. Their mild flavor and texture make them a great addition to many recipes; we love to add them to our kimchi! Daikon Radishes do best in soil pH of 6.0-7.0. They love well-drained soil but are pretty easy to grow otherwise. Just be sure to avoid excess nitrogen! In about a month and a half, to two months, you'll have your own delicious, nutritious Daikon Radishes to enjoy! Flavor Profile: Daikon radish seeds from San Diego Seed Company will produce raw daikon radishes with a sweet and lightly spicy flavor that is milder than that of peppery red radishes. The flesh is very crunchy and juicy. Cooked, daikon tastes mellow and sweet while becoming tender, similar to a cooked turnip. The greens are very peppery with a pungent flavor that mellows slightly when cooked. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-iX33LHtgA Suggested Planting Requirements: Radishes prefer well-drained soil with plenty of added organic matter. They have low nutrient requirements; especially avoid excess nitrogen to promote good root development. The preferred soil pH is 6.0-7.0. Growing Recommendations: Cool weather is needed for the best development. Sow seed directly wherever there is extra space in the garden. Radishes make good, living row markers for slower germinating crops like carrots. Harvesting & Storage: Most radishes are best when young and immature, less than 1" in diameter. However, Daikons can be tasty even when they get quite large. They may keep 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 5-10 + Days to Maturity: 40-60+ Height at Maturity: 6 ” Lighting Requirements: Part Shade to Full Sun Spacing: 6"- 12"” Raphanus sativus Package Weight: 2 gram Approximate seed count per packet: 200 seeds Sows about 50' Row (This takes into account thinning.) Also, check out Radish Micro Green seeds here at San Diego Seed Company.

Bean, Scarlet Runner Bean

Bean - Scarlet Runner - Pole Phaseolus vulgaris This heirloom bean variety is a pole bean that is grown just as much for its gorgeous red flowers as for its beans. Grow it up a fence or arbor and you will be amazed at the beauty it creates! A must-have in every garden. Hummingbirds and butterflies also love the blooms and will frequent the plant. Suggested Planting Requirements: Legumes like a well-drained soil rich in organic matter and a moderate amount of nutrients. Plants should be watered lightly at the time of planting, medium at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Despite the warning against transplanting your beans, on our farm we almost always start our seeds in the greenhouse and plant them out. This allows for perfect spacing on our small farm. Depending on your preference you may start indoors for short-season growing, or seed directly once soils have reached at least 48F, after the last frost. If you plant them too soon in cold soil, your seeds will likely rot. Soak beans for 24 hours before planting for expedited germination. Growing Recommendations: Avoid overhead watering to prevent diseases. The more you pick, the more beans the plant will produce. Checking the plant every few days is a good practice. Space the plants 6- 8" to provide ample airflow and prevent fungal issues. Harvesting & Storage: Pick regularly to extend the harvest period. When you have enough beans harvested you can let the remaining beans mature and dry them on the vine to use as shell beans. Fresh pole beans freeze well. Scarlet runner beans get very large very quickly and should be harvested small for the best fresh bean eating. Soil Temperature: 65-85°F Planting Depth: 1" Days to Germination: 5-10 + Days to Maturity: 65-70+ Height at Maturity: 5’-7’ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1'-2' Available package: 9 grams (approx. 30 seeds)

Calendula, Pacific Beauty Seeds

Calendula - Pacific Beauty Calendula officinalis Calendula, Pacific Beauty is a prolific variety of calendula great for all gardens. Its golden-yellow flowers are both medicinal and beautiful! Bees and butterflies love it too! The brilliantly colored blooms are bright and fiery. We grow calendula, pacific beauty on the farm as a beneficial flower to attract beneficial insects. We also use the edible petals to garnish dishes. If left to reseed in the garden you will notice volunteers the following spring. Recommended planting requirements: This cool-season flower crop is relatively fuss-free. It can be grown in poor soil and in many parts of San Diego and beyond it can be grown almost year-round. For those who have cold winters, plant seeds 2-3 weeks before the last frost in your starter plugs or your greenhouse. For those who do not have cold winters, you can start calendula seeds in early spring for blooms as soon as the days lengthen and warm up. Growing Recommendations: Plant 1/4" deep in a flower bed or broadcast seeds to fill in empty spaces in the garden. Plant in full sun during cool seasons. Will reseed. For continuous production, prune dead stems. Harvest: Cut flowers in the early morning for freshest and longest-lasting cut flowers. Use blooms in dishes, drinks, and salads to add a pop of color. Medicinal Properties: Calendula has been used for centuries as an antifungal and anti-inflammatory herb. Calendula oil is often used to relieve skin irritations such as diaper rashes and eczema. Learn how to make calendula cream here. *Before using any medicinal herb, we recommend you consult your healthcare professional. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBZzKs7lsRw&t=38s Soil Temperature: 55-65 Planting Depth: Broadcast Days to Germination: 14-21+ Days to Maturity: 55-65+ Height at Maturity: 12-18" Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Package Weight: .5 gram

This is our favorite pepper! Known as the Russian roulette of peppers, some peppers are spicy while others are very mild. We love to sauté them in olive oil until just soft and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Makes a great appetizer! Also delicious pickled, stuffed, or added to any salsa. Suggested Planting Requirements: For optimal growth, choose soil that has been deeply worked with organic matter and good drainage. Adding organic matter is essential. A pH level of 6.0-6.8 is recommended. Chili peppers should be watered deeply but do not overwater. Can be grown in container gardens. Growing Recommendations: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Plant in sunny, warm and sheltered areas. Areas with high wind should be avoided. Pinch all flowers until the main stalk reaches 18” for optimum support. Stake to keep fruit off the ground and mulch for disease and weed control. For Southern California growers, peppers may be kept over winter in warm areas and perennialized. For those living near the coast, take caution as pepper plants do not grow well in salty soil. Harvesting and Storage: Harvest at any point and use both dry and fresh. These peppers can be added to stews and sauces and can be roasted or stuffed. Harvest the first fruits early to encourage continued production through the season. Cut (don't pull) the fruit from the stems, as this will prevent damage. Harvestable from the green stage through the color change for varying flavor and texture. Soil Temperature: 75-85°F Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 7-14+ Days to Maturity 60-75+ Height at Maturity: 1'-2' Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1'-2' Capsicum annuum Available P ackage: .25 gram

Landreth's Stringless Bean Seeds

Bush Green Bean - Landreth's Stringless Phaseolus vulgaris Landreth's Stringless bean seeds have been around since 1885 and for good reason! A prolific and meaty variety of bush bean with exceptional production and disease resistance. Landreth's Stringless bean seeds produce beans that do not have the "string" that is common to bush beans. This makes the preparation of the beans a bit easier even though we have fond memories of "stringing beans" with grandma. Suggested Planting Requirements: Legumes like a well-drained soil rich in organic matter and a moderate amount of nutrients. Plants should be watered lightly at the time of planting, medium at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Despite the warning against transplanting your beans, on our farm we almost always start our seeds in the greenhouse and plant them out. This allows for perfect spacing on our small farm. Depending on your preference you may start indoors for short-season growing, or seed directly once soils have reached at least 48F, after the last frost. If you plant them too soon in cold soil, your seeds will likely rot. For expedited germination soak beans for 24 hours before planting. Growing Recommendations: Avoid overhead watering to prevent diseases. The more you pick, the more beans the plant will produce. Checking the plant every few days is a good practice. Space the plants 6-8" apart to provide ample airflow and prevent fungal issues. For bush bean varieties, succession planting every 2 weeks will ensure a constant supply of beans for the summer months. Harvesting & Storage: Pick regularly to extend the harvest period. When you have enough beans harvested you can let the remaining beans mature and dry them on the vine to use as shell beans. Fresh pole beans freeze well. Learn how to freeze beans from the garden! Soil Temperature: 65-85°F Planting Depth: 1" Days to Germination: 5-10 + Days to Maturity: 65-70+ Height at Maturity: 5’-7’ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 1'-2' Phaseolus vulgaris Available package: 9 grams (approx. 30 seeds) LARGER QUANTITIES AVAILABLE: PLEASE CALL US!

Carrot, Danvers ORGANIC

A popular carrot and for good reason! They are a sweet and crisp carrot, especially when young. Recommended growing requirements: Like most root crops, loose well-drained soil is important. Highly porous soil is the most important growth factor for carrots. Growing recommendation: Carrots do not need a lot of space and can be grown between other crops. Harvesting and Storage: Carrots can be left in the ground until needed to ensure freshness. Otherwise, harvest carrots by gently uprooting from the ground. Store in a cool area. Store in the refrigerator for weeks. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: ¼” Days to Germination: 4-20 Days to Maturity: 55+ Height at Maturity: 12" Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 2-3” Daucus carota Package Weight: .5 gram Approximate seed count per pack: 600 seeds Area to sow: Approximately 28" bed (This takes into account thinning.)

Tatsoi, Black Knight ORGANIC

Tatsoi - Black Knight Brassica rapa narinosa A dark green tatsoi that is finely flavored. Black Knight is spoon-shaped, thick, and compact. Like all tatsoi, it has a high vitamin content. If you don't know the joys of growing tatsoi in your garden, you are missing out! This fuss-free plant produces copious amounts of spoon-shaped greens that are essential to many Asian recipes. Every year we grow tatsoi in the cool season and have more than we can use. Tatsoi is an ancient vegetable with spoon-shaped leaves. Very decorative in the way it grows and also delicious. Leaves can be individually harvested for a prolonged harvest. For southern California growers in milder climates, the growing period can be almost 10 months out of the year. Great for late spring and early autumn growing as it can tolerate warmer weather without turning bitter. Recommended Planting Requirements: Tatsoi is very easy to grow and will tolerate poor soils. Best when grown in soil with added organic matter. Need help starting your seeds? Check out our seed starting videos on YouTube. Growing Recommendation: Watering regularly is critical to good growth. In warmer climates watering more often may be needed. Mulch can be added to reduce the evaporation of moisture from the soil. Harvesting & Storage: Like most greens, you can trim wanted leaves from the plant as needed. Harvest before flowering for the best flavor. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: ¼” Days to Germination: 4-20 Days to Maturity: 40-55+ Height at Maturity: 2’ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 12-14” Package Weight: .5 gram Approximate seed count per packet: 160 seeds Sows about 30' Row (This takes into account thinning.)

Carrot, Scarlet Nantes ORGANIC

Carrots are annual crops that grow in the cooler months of the year. In mild climates like that of Southern California, you can grow carrots year-round with a bit of extra work. This particular variety is a classic carrot that produces tasty, reliable carrots. Ready in only 65-75 days, this finely flavored carrot does well as a bunching carrot and as a storage carrot. "Nantes" is a type of carrot distinguished by their blunt ends that do better in heavier, rockier soils. Our Scarlet Nantes carrots are selected specifically for their productivity in the less than desirable soils of the American southwest. Suggested Planting Requirements: Carrots do best in light, aerated, and well-drained soil. We know that many gardeners and farmers do not have the blessing of such soils naturally. To get the best carrot production out of your garden or farm you need to cultivate the soil to create the lightest soils that you can. For Southern California growers, that may mean working the soil with a tiller to incorporate evenly into the soil large amounts of compost. The compost will help to hold in moisture and create a tilth that is suitable for carrots. If growing in a raised bed or a pot, use light potting soil. The more porosity that the soil is, the better the growth of a carrot will result. Direct sowing is recommended by most gardening books however, on our farm we transplant our carrots for perfect spacing and the best germination rates possible. Growing Recommendations: Carrots need full sun and evenly moist soil for the best germination. In warmer months, they can tolerate moderate shade. During germination watering is critical and the seedbed must remain moist. During growth period water regularly, using mulch to retain moisture. Harvesting & Storing: Carrots may be harvested at any desired size. Darker foliage will indicate larger carrots, which are generally sweeter due to the time to store sugars. Store in a cool area and avoid washing before storage to prevent rotting. Soil Temperature: 45-85°F Planting Depth: ¼” Days to Germination: 4-20 Days to Maturity: 65+ Height at Maturity: 12" Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 2-3” Daucus carota Package Weight: .5 gram Approximate seed count per pack: 600 seeds Area to sow: Approximately 28" bed (this takes into account thinning)

This beautiful border plant has tiny white flowers with a sweet scent. Great as a border plant, this adorable plant will happily re-seed and spread throughout the garden. It's a no-fuss ornamental that is often the first to bloom in a winter/spring garden. It can thrive in a range of conditions from the full sun on the coast to partial shade inland. Typically an annual in harsher climates, in southern California and mild winter areas, will perennialize. Alyssum- White Recommending planting requirements: This cool-season flower crop is relatively fuss-free and can grow in poor soil. Keep soil moist to get guarantee good germination. Growing Recommendations: Use as a border flower to protect crops and fill in empty spaces in the garden. Plant in full sun during cool seasons or in shade during warm seasons. Will reseed. Prune dead stems for continuous production. Soil Temperature: 45-85 Planting Depth: Broadcast Days to Germination: 5-10 Days to Maturity: 30-40+ Height at Maturity: NA Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Package Weight: .5 gram (about 100 seeds)

Morning Glory, Color Mix

Morning Glory, Color Mix Ipomoea purpurea Morning glory plants are wonderful and aggressive in mild climates. Growing extremely quickly they can fill in fences and lattices in no time with massive amounts of blooms. Beautiful blooms are purple, blue, and combinations of both. Hummingbirds and pollinators love the large blooms and can be seen frequenting them. Suggested Planting Requirements: Typically grown in the spring of mild winter areas, morning glory plants will perennialize in most places where hard frost do not kill them. We suggest because of their aggressive nature that you do not plant in an area where they need to be contained. They make wonderful decorative statements on fences, mailboxes, or other standing objects. Growing Recommendations: Morning glory plants can be grown in relatively poor soil and are drought tolerant. They will bloom more and look more attractive if they are given some organic material and frequently deadheaded. Soil Temperature: 65-85°F Planting Depth: 1/2" Days to Germination: 7-21+ Days to Maturity: 80+ Height at Maturity: 12'+ Lighting Requirements: Full Sun Spacing: 12-18" Package Weight: .5 gram

Zinnia – Dahlia Mix Zinnia elegans This beautiful flower is a summer annual that produces large ruffled blooms of different colors. As the name suggests, the blooms of this variety are similar to that of Dahlias. Produces semi-double and double blooms that make a bold statement in the garden or as a cut flower. Grows wild in Mexico, and is best as a direct sow seed but can be transplanted for those who want perfect spacing. Thin to 6"-12" apart. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the blooming season and let go to seed for return volunteers the next year. In coastal areas, prune aggressively to help prevent powdery mildew from poor air circulation. Flowers: Blooms from summer to fall. Blooms are brilliant shades of orange, purple, red, white, and yellow during the high heat of the summer. Large 4"-5" blooms on strong stems make this mix perfect for the cut flower gardener. Very easy to grow and adds a rainbow of color to any planting. Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, honey bees, and beneficial insects. Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, but needs good drainage and can benefit from a bit of bloom fertilizer. Planting Depth: 1/2" Days to Germination: 7-14+ Days to Maturity: 50-65+ Height at Maturity: 30”-40”’ Lighting R equirements: Full Sun Spacing: 6”-12” Package weight: 1 gram

Zinnia – Cactus Mix Zinnia elegans This variety of zinnia produces rare and highly sought after blooms. Flowers produce ruffled thin petals on unique blooms in a wide range of colors. The flowers can be quite large, reaching 4- 5" across when planted in fertile soil. Flowers: Blooms from summer to fall. Blooms are brilliant shades of orange, purple, red, white, and yellow during the high heat of the summer. Large, 4"-5" blooms on strong stems make this mix perfect for the cut flower gardener. Very easy to grow, and adds a rainbow of color to any planting. Grows wild in Mexico, and is best as a direct sow seed but can be transplanted for those who want perfect spacing. Thin to 6"-12" apart. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the blooming season and let it go to seed for return volunteers the next year. In coastal areas, prune aggressively to help prevent powdery mildew from poor air circulation. Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, honey bees, and beneficial insects. Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, but needs good drainage and can benefit from a bit of bloom fertilizer. Planting Depth: 1/2" Days to Germination: 7-14+ Days to Maturity: 50-65+ Height at Maturity: 12”-24”’ Lighting R equirements Full Sun Spacing: 6”-12” Package weight: 1 gram

Gaillardia, Blanket Flower

Gaillardias are wonderful plants that produce a massive amount of starry blooms in variations of colors. Planting Gaillardia in the garden will add a kaleidoscope of color that bees and beneficial insects will love. Gaillardia grows in low mounds on the ground and can be planted in your perennial bed for lasting color. Gaillardia can be quite a drought tolerant but benefits from some irrigation in very dry areas. Seeds can be sown 6-8 weeks before the last frost in your area if you have a frost. For mild winter areas, you can plant seeds in pots in the early spring to be transplanted out when the soil warms up mid-spring. Where to grow: This perennial plant should be given an adequate spacing of at least 12" but is not fussy about the soil conditions. Adding organic matter and mulch is always helpful to have thriving plants. Since it is low growing, plant in the front of your flower bed or on the edges where it will not get shaded out from taller plants. Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, honey bees, and beneficial insects. Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, but needs good drainage and can benefit from a bit of bloom fertilizer. Shop all our flowers here! Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 7-14+ Days to Maturity: 50-65+ Height at Maturity: 12”-24”’ Lighting R equirements Full Sun Spacing: 16”-24” Gaillardia aristata Package weight: 1 gram

Tropical Milkweed, Bloodflower

Milkweed - Bloodflower Asclepias curassavica Tropical milkweed, sometimes called bloodflower, is an eye-catching plant that produces bright flowers of red, orange, and yellow. This plant provides a valuable source of nutrition for monarch butterflies and their caterpillars. Plant bloodflower in your garden and you are sure to see the amazing yellow and black striped caterpillars (larvae) that are the first stages of the monarch butterfly. Monarchs will lay eggs on the milkweed plant in March and April. Once the eggs hatch the caterpillars will consume huge portions of the plant as they prepare to turn into the monarch butterfly. Tropical milkweed is the cousin of the butterfly weed and will easily reseed in mild winter areas. This plant is very drought tolerant and an essential for butterfly gardens. Where to grow: Seeds can be direct sown or transplanted in the springs. Milkweed transplants very well. Plant directly in the ground when the soil is at least 65 degrees. Milkweed is a great plant in naturalistic or wildflower gardens. Blooms begin in early spring and will continue well into the fall. In tropical areas, this annual will be perennial. Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, honey bees, and beneficial insects. Soil: Adaptable to various soil types and drought tolerant. Planting Depth: 1/4" Days to Germination: 7-14+ Days to Maturity: 65+ Height at Maturity: 12”-24”’ Lighting R equirements Full Sun Spacing: 16”-24” Package Weight: .25 gram