Andy’s Polish Pink Tomato – Lycopersicon lycopersicum
A favorite of our friends at Occidental Arts and Ecology Center and a favorite of ours. Seed originally given to Doug Gosling, this tomato was brought from Poland in 1922 from a friend’s father named Andy. Did great in our cool Point Reyes summer. Amazingly delicious, meaty and juicy. Attractive pointed pink tomatoes with very few seeds. Very Rare tomato! Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full Sow Indoors: 8 weeks before last frost Seed Count: 20 Days to Maturity: 70-75 Plant Size: 4′-7′ vine Open Pollinated Growing Tips: Indeterminate. Bone meal is an ideal fertilizer. Add mulch to plant at base. Use trellis to support heavy vines. Produces heavy fruit. Harvest heavy fruit before rain to prevent cracking. Seeds should be planted indoors and kept in a dome with a heated mat for 4-8 weeks. It is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over. Seed Packet Instructions:
Organic Black Cherry Tomato – Lycopersicon lycopersicum
Black Cherry enhances veggie platters and appetizer trays, looks elegant as an edible garnish and will do wonders for a variety of salads. Perfect for pasta, gazpacho, pizza, kabobs, bruschetta, salsa and a host of other culinary favorites. A cherry tomato that embodies the complexity of a black tomato in a one inch body. Although not actually black, these tomatoes embody a more chocolately-red exterior with a smoky undertone and juicy interior. Characteristic being a perfectly round cherry and having a deep complex flavor that would enhance any dish calling for tomatoes. Generally grows in 8 – 10 fruit bunches and is a very prolific plant. Black Cherry enhances veggie platters and appetizer trays, looks elegant as an edible garnish and will do wonders for a variety of salads. Perfect for pasta, gazpacho, pizza, kabobs, bruschetta, salsa and a host of other culinary favorites. Organic Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full Indoors: 3-6 weeks before last frost Direct Sow: No Seed Count: 25 Days to Maturity: 65 Plant Size: 6′-10′ vine Growing Tips: Seeds should be planted indoors and kept in a dome with a heated mat for 4-8 weeks. It is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over. Seed Packet Instructions:
Organic Italian Parsley – Petroselinum crispum
A wonderful herb fresh or dried. Parsley is widely used in American, European and Middle Eastern cooking. Great ingredient in stocks, soups and sauces. A complement to salads, potatoes, fish, stews and many other dishes. Remember germination can be slow! Parsley is also a host plant for the Black Swallowtail butterfly! Female butterflies lay their eggs only on certain host plants that will nourish the young caterpillars after they hatch. Grow those plants, supply food for the caterpillars and remember to allow the caterpillar to devour the host plants! Organic Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full-partial Indoors: 2-4 weeks before last frost Direct Sow: After last frost Seed Count: 250 Days to Maturity: 85-90 Plant Size: 10″-16″ Growing Tips: Transplant after danger of frost has subsided. Naturally has slow germination rates. Pre-soak in warm water for 24 hours- will help germination rate and yield. Can be grown indoors for year round supply. If starting indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over. Seed Packet Instructions:
Organic Florence Fennel – Foeniculum vulgare
An heirloom fennel known as Finocchio in Italy. The celery like stalks and bulbs of this beautiful plant have a beautiful feathery blue green foliage. Fennel has a mild licorice flavor that is great raw in salads, tossed in stirfry’s, in soups and amazing roasted! Our fennel variety is great for containers. Offering a delicious anise taste and crisp texture, this heirloom will exceed all your expectations. We enjoy placing the stock in a glass of water for fabulous fennel essence in your water! Fennel is also a host plant for the Black Swallowtail butterfly! Female butterflies lay their eggs only on certain host plants that will nourish the young caterpillars after they hatch. Grow these plants, supply food for the caterpillars, and remember to allow the caterpillar to devour the host plants! Organic Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full-partial Indoors: 4 – 6 weeks before last frost Direct Sow: After last frost Seed Count: 50 Days to Maturity: 90 – 100 Plant Size: 2′ – 3′ Attracts pollinators : bees, butterflies & beneficial insects Growing Tips: Transplant after danger of frost has subsided. Can easily be divided in spring or fall. Do not disturb roots, can cause plants to bolt. Best to grow in moderate temperatures. Hot/cold extremes cause bulbs to get tough. If starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over.
Organic Italian Oregano – Origanum vulgare
An Italian staple. A beautiful prolific plant that will add authentic flavor to your Italian and Greek cooking. Just the aroma will make you want some pizza! Perfect for pasta and pizza sauces and a host of other dishes. Also helps aid digestion. Organic Non-GMO Perennial Sun: Full Direct Sow: After last frost Indoors: 6-8 weeks before last frost Seed Count: 250 Days to Maturity: 90-110 Plant Size: 12″-18″ Growing Tips: Can be hard to germinate. Transplant after danger of frost has subsided. When early growth begins, pinch often to promote bushy tendencies. If starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over.
Organic Boothby’s Blonde Cucumber – Cucumis sativus
A very abundant producer of unique looking creamy-yellow (blonde) cukes with tiny black spines. No need to peel these sweet, crisp, delicate fruits! Best when eaten around 4″ long. Does well in containers.
Organic Lemon Cucumber – Cucumis sativus
This unique, pretty cucumber is prized by gourmet chefs for its delicate flavor and crisp flesh. Deriving its name from its yellow skin, shape and size. An old heirloom that is sure to still please the discriminating cucumber lover and is easy to digest. This one is easy to grow, works well in containers, and is extremely productive. Best when harvested young. Great for slicing, on sandwiches and makes delicious pickles! Organic Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full Indoors: Not recommended Direct Sow: 2-3 weeks after last frost Seed Count: 25 Days to Maturity: 60-70 Plant Size: 4′-8′ Growing Tips: Hilling cucumbers is optimal. Plant 2-3 seeds per 12″ mound with 36″ spacing between mounds. Trellis if needed. If transplanting, harden off. Use row cover, if needed. Seed Packet Instructions:
Love in a Mist – Nigella damascena
A stunning old fashioned annual flower from the buttercup family. Native to southern Europe and northern Africa. Easy to grow and does great in marginal soils. The black aromatic seeds have been used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The seeds have a slightly bitter, oregano like flavor. Considered to be excellent as a cut flower as well as for dried arrangements. Known for its beautiful and unusual horned seed pods. Is also known as devil in a bush. Edible Non-GMO Ornamental Medicinal Attracts pollinators Excellent for cut flowers Annual Sun: Full-partial Direct Sow: When soil is warm Seed Count: 50 Days to Maturity: 63-85 Plant Size: 12″-24″ Open Pollinated Neonicotinoid-free Growing Tips: For continuous harvest, sow in succession 3-4 times, every 3-4 weeks. Direct sow, it is not recommended to transplant. Can be planted in the fall if winters are mild. Roots are sensitive.
Organic Yugoslavian Red Butter Lettuce – Lactuca sativa
This luscious butter lettuce is a delight in any salad! A fantastic heirloom from former Yugoslavia that offers us the perfect texture and flavor we would expect from a butter lettuce. Perfect in salads, as a wrap, or used as a salad cup! Organic Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full-partial Indoors: 6 weeks before last frost Direct Sow: After last frost Seed Count: 200 Days to Maturity: 58 Plant Size: 6″-10″ Growing Tips: Likes cool weather. Add compost to soil. For continuous harvest, make successive plantings every 10-14 days. If starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over.
Organic Yugoslavian Red Butter Lettuce – Lactuca sativa
This luscious butter lettuce is a delight in any salad! A fantastic heirloom from former Yugoslavia that offers us the perfect texture and flavor we would expect from a butter lettuce. Perfect in salads, as a wrap, or used as a salad cup! Organic Non-GMO Annual Sun: Full-partial Indoors: 6 weeks before last frost Direct Sow: After last frost Seed Count: 200 Days to Maturity: 58 Plant Size: 6″-10″ Growing Tips: Likes cool weather. Add compost to soil. For continuous harvest, make successive plantings every 10-14 days. If starting seeds indoors, it is key that your new starts be hardened off. This is a process that requires taking them outside during the day, for a period of time, before they are planted. This acclimates your seedlings to the outside world, meaning the elements like the wind and sun. We do it for several weeks to a month as this strengthens their stems and overall plant structure. Start for a short period of time initially, then graduate to more time each day One week minimum is recommended Bring them inside in the early evening and overnight Keep an eye on them and constantly water them. Make sure they have not blown over.
