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75 days. Rare, landrace collards with beautiful variation in green, blue-green and purple leaves with white, pale green and plum colored veins. Tender, fast growing leaves hold their sweetness in warm weather. Plants can be spaced more closely than other collards. Pkt (1 gram, average 300 seeds)
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75 days. Rare, landrace collards with beautiful variation in green, blue-green and purple leaves with white, pale green and plum ... more

70 days. 3-5 in. flowers in light fall colors. The poly-headed 5-7 ft. stalks may require staking once the seed heads have formed. Excellent tall screen, cut flower, and food source for self-feeding small birds. Small (4 g) packet has about seeds. Sunflowers Helianthus annuus unless otherwise noted. How to grow: Annual. Germination: 14 days, 70 degrees F. Full sun. Direct sow in May or June. Space 12-18” apart. Taller varieties may need staking. Early in the growth stage, place a pole at the base of the stalk. As the stem grows, use twine or soft ties to secure it to the stake every 6’ or so. History: Some archaeologists believe that Native Americans may have cultivated sunflowers as early as 3000 B.C. Uses: You can leave any remaining seed-heads in the garden for fall and winter visitors. Or you can cut and dry the seed-heads indoors. Throughout the winter months, tie dried heads to trees or to your deck to create feeding stations.Uses: You can leave any remaining seed-heads in the garden for fall and winter visitors. Or you can cut and dry the seed-heads indoors. Throughout the winter months, tie dried heads to fences or to your deck or suspend in trees to feed birds.
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70 days. 3-5 in. flowers in light fall colors. The poly-headed 5-7 ft. stalks may require staking once the seed ... more

Grow your own broom or use the broomcorn in dried flower arrangements. Easy to grow, not invasive, plant in late May when ground is warm. Grows to 8 to 10 feet tall. Approximately 100 seeds in each pack. Enough broomcorn for 2 house brooms.
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Grow your own broom or use the broomcorn in dried flower arrangements. Easy to grow, not invasive, plant in late ... more

55 days. [1963, AAS winner.] A reliable variety for garden, market, and greenhouse use. Dark green leaves and compact heads. Holds well under heat and stress, good bolt resistance.
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55 days. [1963, AAS winner.] A reliable variety for garden, market, and greenhouse use. Dark green leaves and compact heads. ... more

24 days. [1949, AAS winner.] Round roots, bright red skin, and firm white flesh. Somewhat less susceptible to developing pithiness compared to other varieties. Our sweetest spring radish. Radishes Raphanus sativus Please refer to our Radish Growing Guide for cultural information. Packet:For salad-type radishes, 7g (approximately 600 seeds), sows 35’. For fall storage radishes, 4 g (about 350 seeds) sows 20 ft..
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24 days. [1949, AAS winner.] Round roots, bright red skin, and firm white flesh. Somewhat less susceptible to developing pithiness ... more

(Coriander sativum) Both leaves (cilantro) and seeds (coriander) are used in Chinese, Indian, and Mexican cuisine. Plant monthly successions. Difficult to germinate in hot weather - sow in shade, or keep soil covered and cool until seeds emerge. Self-seeds well in cool weather. Cold-hardy to 15°F. Medicinal: known in Chinese medicine as ‘yuan-xu-zi’ (Chinese parsley), the seeds are used as a diaphoretic and appetite stimulant. Pkt (1 g, 90 seeds)
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(Coriander sativum) Both leaves (cilantro) and seeds (coriander) are used in Chinese, Indian, and Mexican cuisine. Plant monthly successions. Difficult ... more

56 days. [1939, Clemson/SC. AAS winner.] 4-7 ft. plants with few side-branches. Ribbed pods (1¼ x 8 in.), harvest when pods are 3 in. or smaller. Spineless characteristic makes this popular variety easy to pick.
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56 days. [1939, Clemson/SC. AAS winner.] 4-7 ft. plants with few side-branches. Ribbed pods (1¼ x 8 in.), harvest when ... more

70 days. [1870] A garden favorite appreciated for its fine texture, mild flavor, and very small core. Cylindrical roots 6½ in. long, 1-1½ in. at the shoulder. Can be grown for winter storage, but best flavor is from spring-grown carrots. Pkt (3 g)
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70 days. [1870] A garden favorite appreciated for its fine texture, mild flavor, and very small core. Cylindrical roots 6½ ... more

(C. pepo) 62 days. This Italian heirloom zucchini is favored for flavor. Fruits remain tender even at 18 in.; best picked at 12 in. Heavily ribbed fruits are striped with alternating light and dark green shades. Hardy vines grow larger than other summer squash. Small (3 g) packet has about 19 seeds.
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(C. pepo) 62 days. This Italian heirloom zucchini is favored for flavor. Fruits remain tender even at 18 in.; best ... more

(Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum) 78 days. [Introduced by 1807.] Plain in appearance but fancy in taste, this celery-leaf variety is the best-flavored variety. Excellent for dried parsley. Good greenhouse variety, as aphid control is easier due to its wide straight leaves. Less cold-hardy than curly types.
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(Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum) 78 days. [Introduced by 1807.] Plain in appearance but fancy in taste, this celery-leaf variety is ... more

(Beta vulgaris) 60 days. [1892. Developed from the popular variety Early Blood Turnip.] Widely adapted, very popular dark red beet. Dark green foliage has some red coloration. Use fresh or canned. Resistant to Downy Mildew. Excellent flavor.
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(Beta vulgaris) 60 days. [1892. Developed from the popular variety Early Blood Turnip.] Widely adapted, very popular dark red beet. ... more

(Anethum graveolens) A delightful variety similar to Long Island Mammoth but with shorter plants boasting larger flower/seed heads and larger leaves. This popular choice is favored for pickling, adding a burst of fresh flavor to every jar. Each packet contains 0.75 g of seeds, totaling approximately 576 seeds, ensuring an abundant supply for your garden. With its compact yet bountiful growth, Dill Bouquet is a charming addition to any herb garden, offering both culinary versatility and visual appeal.
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(Anethum graveolens) A delightful variety similar to Long Island Mammoth but with shorter plants boasting larger flower/seed heads and larger ... more

(C. pepo) 48 days. [1938, AAS winner.] Straight, lemon-yellow, slightly club-shaped fruits. Harvest small, when 3-7 in. long. Quality of the flesh is excellent. Plants are very vigorous, hardy, and productive. Small (4 g) packet has about 54 seeds.
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(C. pepo) 48 days. [1938, AAS winner.] Straight, lemon-yellow, slightly club-shaped fruits. Harvest small, when 3-7 in. long. Quality of ... more

Cosmos bipinnatus) 45 days. [1936, AAS winner] Our earliest cosmos. Large single flowers in a mixture of white, pink, and purple. Popular old favorite. 4-5 ft. plants. Pkt (0.5 g, 110 seeds) How to Grow: Annual. Germination: 14 days, 70 degrees F. Prefers full sun. Tolerates partial shade, poor soils, and drought once established. For earlier blooms sow indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Or sow outdoors after all danger of frost. Plant 1/4” deep; thin to 12”-14” spacing. Deadhead to prolong blooming. Seed heads will attract birds.
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Cosmos bipinnatus) 45 days. [1936, AAS winner] Our earliest cosmos. Large single flowers in a mixture of white, pink, and ... more

(Tropaeolum majus) Long trailing vines of attractive, edible leaves and flowers. Watercress-like flavor works well for salads and garnishes. Yellow, orange, rose, and crimson blooms. Pkt (4 g, about 32 seeds) Growing Instructions: Annual. Germination: 65°F, 14 days. Transplant or direct sow after last frost. Space 6–12 in. apart. Height 9–18 in.
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(Tropaeolum majus) Long trailing vines of attractive, edible leaves and flowers. Watercress-like flavor works well for salads and garnishes. Yellow, ... more

(Brassica oleracea) 62 days. Small, 5-7 in. heads can be spaced closer than larger, later varieties. 3-4 lb green heads don’t store for long, but it’s one of the fastest to mature. Resistant to cabbage yellows.
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(Brassica oleracea) 62 days. Small, 5-7 in. heads can be spaced closer than larger, later varieties. 3-4 lb green heads ... more

68 days. [English heirloom] This favorite variety for home gardeners produces loads of 4-5 in. pods full of plump, sweet, dark green peas on 30 in. plants. Double pods set heavily at the top of the plant for easy picking. Excellent fresh flavor holds well for canning and freezing. Resists wilt and mildew (DM, FW, RR & LCV). Small packet (~133 seeds)
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68 days. [English heirloom] This favorite variety for home gardeners produces loads of 4-5 in. pods full of plump, sweet, ... more

(Papaver somniferum) Beautiful bluish-purple flowers give way to attractive pods filled with poppyseed for baking. Pods can also be used in dried arrangements. Stake seed heads to prevent seed loss. Plant in late fall to very early spring. Pkt (0.15 g, ~300 seeds) Growing instructions: Annual. Germination: 60°F, light required, 6-10 days. Direct seed. 24-36 in. tall.
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(Papaver somniferum) Beautiful bluish-purple flowers give way to attractive pods filled with poppyseed for baking. Pods can also be used ... more

72 days. (green > red) The classic salsa chile. Medium-hot 1½ x 2½ in. thick-walled peppers usually harvested green, but can be left to mature to red, or removed from the plants to redden indoors. (A chipotle is a smoked red jalapeño.) A teaspoon of jalapeño vinegar is excellent seasoning for bean soups. Jalapeños filled with cream cheese and fried are a Southern specialty.
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72 days. (green > red) The classic salsa chile. Medium-hot 1½ x 2½ in. thick-walled peppers usually harvested green, but ... more

Ready to harvest in 66 days, cultivate the heritage of this pre-1864 bean, initially recognized as ‘Texas Pole.’ Cherished since its introduction, this variety has evolved over the years while maintaining enduring popularity. Demonstrating resistance to bean rust, its 8-inch pods are stringless and tender when small, offering versatility in usage—whether fresh, for canning and freezing, or as a dry bean. Each small packet (28 g) provides approximately 75 seeds, inviting you to savor the timeless qualities of this beloved and adaptable bean.
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Ready to harvest in 66 days, cultivate the heritage of this pre-1864 bean, initially recognized as ‘Texas Pole.’ Cherished since ... more

79 days. (green > red) A California Wonder type with large, blocky, pendant fruit (3½ x 4 in.). Mosaic resistant. Heavy foliage reduces susceptibility to sunscald. Thick stems hold up under heavy fruit load. Well suited to the Mid-Atlantic, but not recommended for the Deep South. Pkt.
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79 days. (green > red) A California Wonder type with large, blocky, pendant fruit (3½ x 4 in.). Mosaic resistant. ... more

57 days. (cmv, pm, dm, als, an) A great high-yielding 8 in. bitter-resistant cucumber. Grows well in the Mid-Atlantic region as well as the North. A good dependable market variety. Dark green fruits are white-spined. Slicing Cucumbers Cucumis sativus Please refer to our Cucumber Growing Guide for cultural information. Codes refer to the Key to Cucumber Disease & Pest Tolerance. Pickling Cucumbers often have good eating quality fresh also. Packet: 2g unless stated (approx. 60-80 seeds, depending on variety) sows 20’.
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57 days. (cmv, pm, dm, als, an) A great high-yielding 8 in. bitter-resistant cucumber. Grows well in the Mid-Atlantic region ... more

(Petunia multiflora) [Grandma Jean, our first regular staff member, recalls this heirloom petunia from her grandmother’s garden. Old Fashioned Vining dates back to the early 1900s, well before Grandma Jean was born.] Ever-blooming and much hardier than modern varieties, this old favorite blooms into the Fall when other annuals have faded and gone. Self-sows more readily than Balcony Petunia. Colors from white to shades of lavender and purple. Ht. 18-24 in. Sweet fragrance, reminiscent of Lily-of- the-Valley. Pkt (0.05 g, 475 seeds) Growing instructions: Annual. Germination: 70°F, light required, 10 days. Full sun. Sow in flats or pots in March or April; transplant after last frost. Space 12 in. apart. Ht. 15-30 in.
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(Petunia multiflora) [Grandma Jean, our first regular staff member, recalls this heirloom petunia from her grandmother’s garden. Old Fashioned Vining ... more

Alcea rosea)Mixed colored hollyhock can grow up to 9 ft. tall. Single pink, white, red and burgundy flowers. Traditionally grown near outhouses. Pkt (1 g, 90 seeds) Growing instructions: Biennial. Germination: 60°F, 14-21 days. Full sun. Direct sow or transplant. Grows best in cool season areas sheltered from the wind. Space 12-24 in. apart. Ht. 6 ft. Pkt (0.4 g, ~35 seeds)
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Alcea rosea)Mixed colored hollyhock can grow up to 9 ft. tall. Single pink, white, red and burgundy flowers. Traditionally grown ... more