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Hamburg Root Parsley Seeds (Turnip-rooted 1870) Heirloom Vegetable. For over 400 years, the slender 15 cm (6″) parsnip-like roots with their delicate parsley taste have been used for flavouring soups and stews. This variety stores very well through the winter. A great dual purpose plant as the coarse leaves contribute a parsley flavour and can be used as a garnish. Soaking seeds in water over-night improves germination. Parsley is widely used as a pest control plant in gardens as it attracts beneficial insects. How to Grow Germination is hastened by first soaking seeds 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. 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.

SWEDE TURNIP (Rutabaga) - for fresh market or storage EARLY CROP: Sow seed as soon as the soil temp. has reached 60-65°F/16-18°C at 0.25 in/6 mm deep. If not precision seeded overseed at up to 3 seeds per in/25 mm in rows 24-36 in/61-91 cm apart. Thin plants to 6 in/l5 cm apart when seedlings are 1.5-3 in/4-8 cm high. MAIN CROP: Sow seed during the last two weeks of June at 0.25-0.5 in/6-13 mm deep, depending on soil type. Space seeds as above. DISEASE CONTROL: Turnips are susceptible to black rot and blackleg. Do not plant turnips, kale, cabbage, rape or cauliflower more than once every 4 to 5 years on the same land. Rogue fields of wild turnip and perennial rooted weeds that may cause disease. Do not cultivate when wet. Remove all turnips from the field in the fall and cut up roots before dumping. INSECT CONTROL: Control root maggots before June 20th and after Aug. 20th. Control aphids and flea beetles during the growing season. WASHING & HARVESTING: Harvest roots in the fall, wash them before waxing in water that is kept as clean as possible (changed frequently). Dry roots, trim tops off after washing then wax before storing. STORAGE: Clean storage thoroughly in the spring, burn all refuse. Never put diseased or bruised turnips in storage. Keep well ventilated. Store at 32°F/0°C and 90-95% relative humidity for 4 to 6 months.

Sacred to the ancient Romans, sage seeds produce a fragrant, slightly bitter herb plant used extensively for flavouring meats, soups, omelettes and cheese dishes. Another member of the mint family. Sage seeds grow greyish coloured leaves that are used either fresh or dried. Flowers shade from blue to purplish-blue in colour. Plants can grow to 60 cm (2′) tall and can spread out at least as wide. Mature plants often become woody so prune out some of the older wood to stimulate new, tastier growth. In mild climates, Sage is a perennial evergreen shrub hardy to Zone 5 with winter protection. How to Grow Sow seed directly outdoors in a sunny site with average soil in mid-to-late May. In zones 6 and up, sow again in mid-August through to mid-September. In spring, seed can also be started indoors in a soil-less mix 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Keep temperature at 21°C (70°F) for the 14-21 day germination period, then grow on at a slightly cooler temperature before hardening off and transplanting outside after the danger of frost has passed. Sow seed 6 mm (1/4″) deep and 2 cm (3/4″) apart then thin the sprouts to 60-90 cm (24-36″) apart in the garden.

A classic market variety, 'Bloomsdale Long Standing' is a large, spreading spinach with meaty, savoyed, dark-green leaves with rich, nutty flavor. Offers a continuous bonanza and is slow to bolt. For first crop, sow in spring. Plant again in late summer..

90 days to harvest. The tough slightly warty fruits of this heritage variety have bronze-green rinds. The orange yellow flesh is very thick, dry, and nicely sweet. Averages 12'' long by 8'' wide

The pale yellow, oval fruits grow to 25cm (10") on long, productive vines. Spaghetti squash seeds keep well for meals right through winter. Boil or bake the whole fruits, and then cut lengthwise down the middle. It's then easy to fork out the fibrous interior that looks just like pasta. Enjoy it simply seasoned as is, or topped with your favourite pasta sauce. The yellow rind of this squash is smooth and very hard. After the fruits have ripened on the vines, give them a quick wipe down with a highly diluted bleach solution. If the skin is not nicked, the fruits will last for months.

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.

Waltham Butternut Squash Seeds (Winter Type) Heirloom Vegetable. An excellent squash, weighing on average 1.5-2.3 kg (3.5-5 lbs). Creamy-yellow coloured fruit has a small seed cavity and a bulbous end with solid, smooth skin and deep orange flesh. A large, vigorous growing vine and heavy producer.

Peaches & Cream Sweet Corn Seeds (‘SE’ Bi-Colour Type) 1560 Sturdy 2 m (6′) tall plants produce the ultimate in bi-coloured sweet corn. Up to 16 rows of mouth watering, tender, juicy kernels fill the beautifully shaped 18 cm (7″) long ears. This is an excellent variety for home gardeners and commercial growers. How to Grow When planting in rows, space the seed 10-15 cm (4-6″) apart, later thinning to 20-30 cm (8-12″) apart with the rows 55-75 cm (22-30″) apart. To ensure proper pollination, plant at least 3 to 4 rows. Corn can also be planted with 3 to 4 seeds per hill in hills spaced 30 cm (12″) apart. Plant 250 gr (1/2 lb) to a 30 m (100′) row; 4.5-6.8 kg (10-15 lbs) per acre. Work in a good general vegetable fertilizer at planting, keep weeds under control and the soil evenly watered through the season. Sowing Temperature Guidelines. Sow only when soils have warmed to 18 C. Some years this happens in mid May, other years we need to wait until late May or early June.

Sweet Marjoram seeds produce leaves that are aromatic, mild, sweet and absolutely delicious in dressings, soups and salads. It is said that this herb is a must when cooking strong meats. The plant is a vigorous grower, often reaching 60 cm (2′) in height. Also known as Pot Marjoram, French Marjoram or Cretan Oregano. As sweet marjoram is a very tender perennial hardy only to Zone 7, it is almost always grown as an annual. How to Grow Sow Sweet Marjoram seeds directly outdoors in a sunny site with average soil in late May to mid-June. Seed can also be started indoors in a soil-less mix 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Keep temperature at 21 C (70 F) for the 7-14 day germination period, then grow on at a slightly cooler temperature before hardening off and transplanting outside after the danger of frost has passed. Sow seed 6 mm (1/4″) deep and 6 mm(1/4″) apart then thin to 12.5 cm (5″) apart in the garden.

This stunning chard seed mix has stems in gold, pink and crimson. A few plants will be white and pink striped, orange, scarlet, purple, green and white. All are delicious to eat, though they are at their best harvested young for salads. GARDEN HINTS: Easy to grow; eat it like spinach or beet greens. Pick from late spring until winter. Grows best in full sun and will tolerate light shade.

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.

Rhubarb Swiss Chard looks like rhubarb, producing bright crimson stalks and dark green leaves. The delicious, vitamin rich leaves and stalks are tasty in salads and as cooked greens. It is also a great variety for freezing.

Bonny Best is a strong indeterminate vine that grows to 122-183 cm (4-6') with a 50-61 cm (20-24”) spread. Bonny Best produces firm round tomatoes in clusters of medium sized 225 g (8 oz) deep red fruit that are uniform in size. It is an excellent old-fashioned tomato flavor to use for canning or slicing. 72 days to harvest. Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost

Pink Ponderosa AKA Henderson's Ponderosa. Heirloom introduced in 1891 by Peter Henderson. From (Grandma Anne) Ponderosa from Luxembourg around 1870 and (grandfather) Wallace Hoss-Tentinger, LeMars, Iowa. Indeterminate, Regular leaf plant produces moderate yields of 1-2 lb. smooth, pink, beefsteak fruit with very good flavor. Great slicing tomato with few seeds and an abundance of good, complex flavors.

The Roma tomato or Roma is a plum tomato popularly used both for canning and producing tomato paste because of its slender and firm nature. Commonly found in supermarkets in some countries, Roma tomatoes are also known as Italian tomatoes or Italian plum tomatoes. 75 days to harvest. Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost

Dark Green Zucchini is a most popular and versatile squash. This cylindrical fruit 15–18 cm (6-7") in length is very easy to grow. The creamy white flesh is firm, flavorful, and terrific for baking nutritious cakes, breads, or muffins. Also great raw and sautéed. Even the flowers are edible!