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dill seeds produce a plant that should be a part of any herb garden. Seeds grown from the plant and foliage can be used to flavour foods and are especially important in the flavouring of vinegar and pickles. Dill is regularly used in gardens as a quick growing attractant for beneficial insects such as lace wings, lady bugs, hover flies and parasitic wasps as well as a food source for butterflies and other pollinators. This pretty annual herb grows to 90 cm (3′) in height. How to Grow Sow seed outdoors in mid to late May, then every two weeks through to the end of June. Dill is a low maintenance plant & prolific grower — all you really need to do is provide water when necessary. Lightly feed with a general-purpose fertilizer as too much can adversely affect the production of the essential oils responsible for flavour and aroma. Dill is grown for its leaves and seeds.

A spicy strong tasting spinach-like salad green with a delicious nutty flavour. Very popular in salads or cooked like spinach. Cooler weather is best for this plant.

The leaves of this parsley are flat, deeply cut and a vibrant glossy dark green. The rich flavour contained within the leaves makes them as excellent choice for seasoning. This variety is widely used in European cuisine. How to Grow Germination is hastened by first soaking seed in water overnight. After soaking, sow seed 6 mm (1/4″) deep in rows 40 cm (16″) apart. Be patient. Parsley takes up to three weeks to sprout. Keep the seedbed evenly moist but avoid crusting over the soil as this will greatly reduce the number of seedlings that emerge. Mulching the seed bed aids germination. Thin seedlings to 10 cm (4″) apart after germination. Keep parsley well weeded. One packet sows approximately 6 m (20’) of row.

Here is the perfect blend of basils for the kitchen garden. This mixture contains an equal percentage of the following basil varieties: Genovese, Corsican, Lemon, Lime. Four distinct flavours waiting to create savory dishes Mama would be proud of! Annual. How to Grow Sow seed outdoors in mid to late May, then every two weeks through August, or start them inside and transplant after the danger of frost has passed. Basil can be grown indoors on a sunny window or under lights during the winter. Outdoors, Basil is a low maintenance plant & prolific–all you really need to do is provide water when necessary. Lightly feed with a general-purpose fertilizer as too much can adversely affect the production of the essential oils responsible for flavour and aroma. Basil plants are grown for their leaves and flower clusters.

Heirloom Herb. Genovese Basil seeds are a great addition to any herb garden. You will make perfect pesto every time with this very popular basil variety! There is a very spicy taste just waiting to get out of the large, 5 cm (2″) long, luscious looking dark green leaves. This variety is quite slow to bolt. Annual. How to Grow Do not rush planting. As Basil loves warm soil and warm temperatures, it will languish if temperatures are below 15 C (60 F). Sow seed directly outdoors in a sunny site with average soil in late May and June. Plant seed 4 mm (3/16″) deep and 6 mm (1/4″) apart. Thin to 25-30 cm (10-12″) apart in the garden. Seed can also be started indoors in a soil-less mix 4-6 weeks before last frost date. Keep temperature at 21 C (70 F) for the 7-10 day germination period, then grow on at the same temperature before hardening off and transplanting outside after the danger of all frost has passed.

Sweet Basil Seeds 3120 Heirloom Herb. This is no doubt the most important herb in flavouring tomato sauces and pesto. We recommend continually harvesting leaves to delay flower production, as flowers normally signal an end to vegetative growth. Plants can grow to 60 cm (2′) in height although 30-45 cm (12-18″) is more common. Annual. How to Grow. Sow sweet basil seeds outdoors in mid-to-late May, then every two weeks through August, or start them inside and transplant after the danger of frost has passed. Basil can be grown indoors on a sunny window or under lights during the winter. Indoor Basil plants are not long-lived nor do they produce significantly. Indoor plants tend to be lanky and produce smaller leaves. Outdoors, basil is a low maintenance plant & prolific– all you really need to do is provide water when necessary. Lightly feed with a general-purpose fertilizer, as too much can adversely affect the production of the essential oils responsible for flavour and aroma. Basil plants are grown for their leaves and flower clusters.

HEIRLOOM. Deep orange flesh is thick and very sweet. Introduced in the early 20th century, beautiful heirloom inspires devotion in modern-day melon-lovers who savor its sweet, juicy and fragrant deep-orange golden flesh. Vigorous, prolific plants bear medium-sized, roundish 2–3 lb. luscious fruits with heavily netted and medium ribbed skin and thin rinds.

Sow chive seeds at any time of year. Hardy, perennial, and easy to grow, the chopped stems and pink flowers add a fresh, mild green onion flavour to sandwiches, salads and baked potatoes. Clumps can be divided in spring or fall. If grown in containers, divide frequently enough to provide for constant lateral growth. Chives are surprisingly hardy and can be harvested all winter if given some protection from extreme cold. They are also quite drought tolerant, so they're good candidates for xeriscaping. The edible flowers are highly attractive to bumblebees, hoverflies, and other beneficial garden insects.

Arugula is a tasty salad green perfect for the home garden. Even just a few of its leaves adds a wonderfully unique peppery-sweet flavor to any type of salad. It also does not require any special growing attention and can last all summer long. Latin Name: Eruca sativa Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 137130 Product Weight: 1 gram / approximately 550-560 seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Peppery, slightly spicy pungent flavor Days to Harvest: 43 days Days to Seed Germination: 4 to 7 days Seed Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2") Row Spacing: 30 cm (12") Plant Spacing: 10 cm (4") Best Container Size: 12"+ Planting Instructions: Sow seeds as soon as the ground can be worked. Plant 1 seed every 3 inches. When plants are well established, thin. As plants begin to mature, pick outer leaves for regular use until entire plants are harvested. Suggestions: Companion Planting: Plant along side your favorite herbs. Preparation Ideas: Can be added fresh to salads. Or sautee quickly on the stove like a green with some olive oil and garlic.

National Pickling is a proven cucumber variety that produces an abundance of 15 cm (6") long fruits. The high quality cucumbers are cylindrical in shape with black spines lining their dark green skin. Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination. Latin Name: Cucumis sativus Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 139827 Product Weight: 4.5 meters (15') - with 100 plus seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Sweet and crisp Days to Harvest: 55 days Days to Seed Germination: 8 to 10 days Seed Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2") Row Spacing: 120 cm (48") Plant Spacing: 30 cm (12") Disease Resistance: cucumber mosaic, scab Planting Instructions: Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 1.2 m (4’) apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with soil and water thoroughly again. How To Grow: Cucumber National Pickling Seed Tape Suggestions: Keep cucumbers picked to encourage more harvest. Preparation Ideas: Great for fresh eating and excellent for pickling.

The mild flavor of Siberian Kale is a wonderful addition to salads and stir-fries. The frilly dark green leaves form a cold-tolerant rosette that may reach up to 60 cm (24?) in diameter at maturity. Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination. Latin Name: Brassica oleracea Seed Type: Open Pollinated Online Code: 140281 Product Weight: 4.5 meters (15') - with 210 plus seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Mild sweet flavor Days to Harvest: 50 days Days to Seed Germination: 10 to 14 days Tolerance: Cold tolerant Planting Instructions: Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 45 cm (18") apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with soil and water thoroughly again. Please Note: Seedtapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination. Suggestions: Make several pickings during season for abundant crop before hot weather. Sow again in midsummer for fall crop. A light fall frost makes the pleasant flavor of the leaves even better. Bake them for tasty chips. Preparation Ideas: Great addition to raw salads.

Red Cored Chantenay produces crunchy, sweet carrots that are excellent for dicing. Roots grow to be a reddish-orange with an indistinct core. This variety produces shorter and thicker carrots that grow to about 14 cm (5 1/2") long when mature. A healthy choice, carrots contain more vitamin A than any other vegetable and when raw, they provide important dietary fibre. Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination. Latin Name: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 139838 Product Weight: 4.5 meters (15') - with 550 plus seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Sweet and crunchy Days to Harvest: 70 days Days to Seed Germination: 10 to 14 days Seed Planting Depth: 13 mm (1/2") Row Spacing: 30 cm (12") Plant Spacing: 5 cm (2") Planting Instructions: Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 45 cm (18") apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with soil and water thoroughly again.

Scarlet Nantes is the most popular and dependable home garden carrot variety. Roots are sweet and tender yet incredibly crisp. Bright orange in color and nearly coreless, these are ideal for freezing. Latin Name: Daucus carota subsp. Sativus Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 101132 Product Weight: 1.8 grams / approximately 1300-1400 seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Sweet and crunchy Days to Harvest: 68 days Days to Seed Germination: 10 to 14 days Seed Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4") Row Spacing: 30 cm (12") Plant Spacing: 5 cm (2") Planting Instructions: Sow in early spring in well cultivated soil. Uniform moisture is critical. Seedlings should be thinned to approximately 5 cm (2”) apart for optimal root formation. Sowings of carrot seed can be repeated every 2 weeks until mid-summer. How To Grow: Carrot Scarlet Nantes Suggestions: For best flavor, harvest when roots are not more than 5 cm (2") in diameter.

The perfect all purpose variety. Medium early variety. Dark red round roots that are sweet, tender and fine-grained throughout. Ideal for use fresh, canned, pickled and frozen. Tops are great for salads too! Beets grow quickly and can be re-sown every 2 weeks until mid-summer.

Unique long carrot-like dark red roots provide more uniform slices than round varieties. The tops are excellent greens for salads. Use fresh, diced, canned, pickled or frozen. Tops are great for salads. Beets grow quickly and can be re-sown every 2 weeks until mid-summer.

Detroit Dark Red is the perfect all-purpose beet variety. This medium-early variety produces round, dark red roots. These beets are very enjoyable, growing tender and fine-grained throughout. Ideal for use fresh, canned, pickled and frozen. Tops are great for salads too! Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination. Latin Name: Beta vulgaris Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 139825 Product Weight: 4.5 meters (15 feet) - with 100 plus seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Wonderful earthy flavor Days to Harvest: 50 to 60 days Days to Seed Germination: 10 to 12 days Seed Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2") Row Spacing: 30 cm (12") Plant Spacing: 8 cm (3") Planting Instructions: Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 30 cm (12") apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with soil and water thoroughly again. Beets grow quickly and can be re-sown every 2 weeks until mid-summer.

56 days. A rainbow mix of colourful chards is a sight for one’s eyes. Beautiful in the garden, you’ll get all of your favourite colours in one package. Plant in rows or containers for the best show. Stems are red, yellow, pink, gold, and white.

Thick, darkgreen, tender leaves and enticing, slightly bitter, earthy flavor. Can be used in dishes calling for spinach; sautéed with a bit of butter and sprinkling of lemon juice is a feast in itself. Heirloom produces dependably heavy yields from late spring till winter even in hot weather. Thrives in full sun.

Table Queen acorn squash seeds are a reliable old heirloom dating back to 1913. Dark green skins and a pronounced acorn shape on fruits that average 15cm (6") in diameter. Table Queen has excellent storage ability. The long vines are prolific and exceptionally early. The sweet interior flesh is bright yellow, but turns to a golden orange colour in storage. For best storage, allow the fruits to ripen fully on the vine, and harvest just before frost. Wipe the fruits down with a weak bleach solution, and store in a cool, dry place. Matures in 85 days.

Buttercup Squash is one of the very best winter squash varieties. The attractive squash features a turban-shape with a rind that is hard, green, and flecked with grey stripes. Its flesh is deep golden yellow, thick, and fine grained. The sweet taste is a wonderful addition to dishes. Produces fruit 10 x 15 cm (4" x 6").