Organic Fruits,Herbs,Veg

This nearly spineless variety produces heads that are 3-5” in diameter & have wonderfully thick, flavorful hearts. With thick, fleshy scales & solid center, the flower heads should be harvested when they are young. It needs a fairly long, mild growing season, or you may grow it as an annual. This variety does well in most areas. Plant in sun. (Maturity: 90 days) (Cynara scolymus ‘Tavor’)

This nearly spineless variety produces heads that are 3-5” in diameter & have wonderfully thick, flavorful hearts. With thick, fleshy scales & solid center, the flower heads should be harvested when they are young. It needs a fairly long, mild growing season, or you may grow it as an annual. This variety does well in most areas. Plant in sun. (Maturity: 90 days) (Cynara scolymus ‘Tavor’)

Heirloom - This is an edible leaf vegetable that can be enjoyed raw or cooked. It is a standard Arugula variety with long, green leaves that has that characteristic spicy flavor. It pops up quickly and withstands cold temperatures. It is early and heat tolerant. Plant in full sun. (Maturity: 21 days baby, 40 days full size) (Eruca sativa ‘Astro’)

This is a one-of-a-kind blond to lime green "green" that has ruffled edges and white mid-rib that adds loft and a pop of color to salad mixes. A non-heading Chinese cabbage that has buttery leaves with a crunchy rib and tender, mild flavor. Thin to 4-8" for full-sized heads for bunching, if desired. It is excellent for salad mixes and is a cut-and-come-again for long harvesting. (Days to maturity: 21 days baby, 40 full size)

Heirloom-Pesto lovers unanimously recommend 'Genovese' as the best variety for pesto due to its distinctively sweet flavor. Plants are strong producers of dk green, glossy lvs w/a characteristic spoon shape. Yields 7 to 8 cuttings. Though used mainly as a culinary herb, this basil has many therapeutic qualities as well. Biennial herb. Height: 18-24". Width: 15". Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. (Maturity: 68 days)

Sacred Basil sets itself apart w/its pungent aroma & many medicinal properties. Whole lvs are crisp & clove flavored, very cooling in summer salads. Good flavoring vegetable in stir fry & steamed dishes. In additional to many nutritional values, it also has medicinal properties. Excellent pollen & nectar source for bees. Easy to grow. Height: 3 feet. Plant in sun/pt shade. An annual but will last longer w/regular pruning. (Maturity: 75 days)

Great for ornamental and culinary use. An attractive miniature with small 3/4" long lvs on highly branched stems. Nice, compact, mounding habit excellent for containers, borders or rock gardens. Aromatic. Smooth, spicy, sweet flavor is great for salads or pesto. Stems are very tender as well. It grows in a perfect dome shape 8-12" tall. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z3-9. (Maturity: 70 days)

Flavorful garnish for sweet dishes. It has a clove-like licorice flavor w/a hearty aroma that compliments the hot spicy flavors of Thai cuisine. It is lovely as a potted herb, an edible bedding plant or it can be used in floral arrangements. Compact plants sport relatively small green lvs w/dk purple stems & blossoms. Lvs are 2” long & plants reach 12-18” tall. (Maturity: 63 days) (Ocimum basilicum var. americanum ‘Sweet Thai’)

Heirloom-This heirloom made Oregon's Willamette Valley famous in the 60's and 70's for canning beans. Heavy producer, is a dependable & delicious variety for the garden. Has exceptional flavor fresh, shelled or dry. Picked fresh, beans are round & dk green w/unusual prpl streaks. They are long, straight & stringless. Vines can reach up to 10' tall w/7-10" pods. Ideal for table use, freezing & canning. Plant in sun. (Maturity: 66 days)

A delicious and early edamame with very large green seeds. Produces 3 seeded, 3 inch pods that are yellow or brown when mature and dried. Harvest when beans are plump in pods and leaves begin to change from bright green to a yellow green. Beans are great fresh, steamed, or dried. Compact and upright plants. Great for small gardens. Height: 1-3 feet. Exposure: sun. Days to maturity: 75-80 days. (GLYCINE max 'Chiba Green')

This Dutch heirloom dates back to at least the 19th century! A taste test winner & probably the best multipurpose bean available. Use fresh as a snap bean w/super flavor & crispness or as a shelled bean. It has white to ylw 6-8" pods w/prpl streaks that fade when cooked. As a snap, harvest when the flat beans turn from lime green to buffed ylw w/bt prpl stripes. For dried beans, let pods fully mature. Ht: 24-30". Maturity: 55 days fresh, 95 days shell.

The most popular French filet bean w/high yields of slender 7” green pods that have an unsurpassed flavor. These are intended to be picked very slender, 1/8-1/4" in diameter. This bush type produces a continuous yield of “extra fine” (1/4” diameter) grade that is maintained by picking every 36-48 hours. 3 days in hot weather or 5 days in cool weather is about the maximum delay between harvests. Plant in full sun. (Maturity: 65 days)

Heirloom: Non-GMO. Early maturing Romano bean type. Bright green pods are flat and long growing 10-12" long, 1" wide. Beans are string-less and tender. The plants are vigorous and strong. Harvest pods at 8-10" long and when beans just starting to bulge in the pods about 50-55 days. Beans are white inside the pots. Use in pasta dishes, stir-fries, or soups. Delicious fresh, steamed, sauteed or fried tempura style. Plant in sun with moist soil.

Cucumber flavored fresh lvs are added to salads, cooked or made into a cooling drink. Makes a good honey plant. Also used medicinally. Good companion plant to tomatoes, squash & strawberries because it attracts pollinating bees. CAUTION: Do not eat if you are pregnant or lactating as 8-10 blooms may cause milk to flow. Bloom color: true blue. 45-55 days to harvest. (Borago officianalis).

A Chinese broccoli with moderately thick stems, incredible flavor, & easy-to-grow nature. Small plants send up stems up to 1" thick with small broccoli-like clusters on top. Similar to broccoli raab with thick edible stems, leaves, & flower buds. Harvest once or grow as a "cut and come again" vegetable. Robust flavor is between broccoli & collard greens. Commonly used in stir-fry in Asian cooking. Maturity: 45-60 days. BRASSICA oleracea 'Blue Star Gai Lan'

Heirloom-Known for its tender stalks & mild flavor. Produces small, 3-4” main heads that are projected well above the foliage followed by a large yield of side-shoot spears. Long harvest period. Harvest the main head when 3” in diameter or less to encourage heavier side-shoot production. Great for spring or fall production. Edible flowers.Plant in sun. (Maturity: 48 days) (Brassica oleracea ‘Di Cicco’)

Heirloom - The true and popular Italian heirloom with spiraling, apple-green heads that are so superbly flavored. This variety is widely grown in northern Italy. A must with many of the finest chefs. Nutty taste. Most often enjoyed raw, the broccoli, if lightly cooked, will retain its flavor and unique texture.

A productive & reliable variety with firm, uniform, medium sized sprouts that hold well in the garden. Strong stalks hold delicious sprouts that are suited for whole-stalk harvest, are resistant to lodging, & with smaller leaves than Nautic F1, allows airflow which helps prevent disease. Topping plants in early Sept. is encouraged for better sprout development. Late season harvest. Maturity: 110 days. (BRASSICA oleracea var. Gemmifera 'Divino F1')

One of the larger Napa Cabbages. Produces large 12" football-shaped heads with overlapping golden leaves that have a good, mild, sweet flavor. Slow to bolt. A great substitute for lettuce or traditional cabbage. Great fresh, cooked or pickled for kimchee. Also good for stir fry or braised, also adds depth of flavor to soups. More disease resistant than other varieties. Plant in full sun. (Maturity: 65 days) (Brassica rapa var. Pekinensis)

Excellent early summer variety. Dense, solid heads are very spherical, 5-7" in diameter & weigh 3-5 lbs. Delicate but crunchy texture. Sweet, spicy flavor with buttery undertones when cooked. Compact habit ideal for small gardens that can be planted closer together than other cabbage varieties. Great for slow cooking, slaws & sauerkraut. Height: 12-15". Plant in part shade. (Maturity: 65 days) (Brassica oleracea ‘Golden Acre’)

1925 Watt Richardson intro.1933 AAS Winner.1936 Henry A Dreer Seed Co. stated: "This new muskmelon is outstanding for the delicious sweetness & rich aroma of its tender, luscious, salmon-colored flesh. The fruits are almost round. They are of medium size but have extremely thick flesh surrounding the small seed cavity. The skin of the heavy fruits is a gray-green color showing a rough netting.” Vigorous & wilt resistant. Yields 5-7, 3-7 lb fruits. Mature: 75-90 days.

Cardoon is the untamed predecessor of the domesticated artichoke & grown for its artichoke flavored leaf stems & ornamentally for their stately look & big purple flowers. Has whitish-green stalks & gray-green leaves. The ribs are large & meaty. Use in soups, salads, & stews - can be sauteed, braised, roasted & broiled. Harvest when young to avoid bitterness. Fruits: 3-6 in. Ht: 3-4 ft. Width: up to 5 ft. Exposure: sun. Maturity: 120-150 days. (Non-GMO)

Heirloom-favorite in Italy & Spain. Excellent variety w/thin ribs, almost no thorns & delicate flavor. Close relative of artichoke-both are members of the thistle family-but unlinke artichoke, the parts of cardoon that are eaten are the lvs & flower stalks, not the flower bud. The stalks are blanched & eaten fresh like celery; also tasty batter-dipped & fried. Growth: 4' x 2'. Tolerates part shade but does best in full sun. (Maturity: 63 days)

Heirloom-favorite in Italy & Spain. Excellent variety w/thin ribs, almost no thorns & delicate flavor. Close relative of artichoke-both are members of the thistle family-but unlinke artichoke, the parts of cardoon that are eaten are the lvs & flower stalks, not the flower bud. The stalks are blanched & eaten fresh like celery; also tasty batter-dipped & fried. Growth: 4' x 2'. Tolerates part shade but does best in full sun. (Maturity: 63 days)

A member of the mint family. Well known favorite of our feline friends but also a medicinal herb for people, known to have relaxing properties. Can be used fresh or dried. The lvs have a minty scent & is commonly used in teas, salads, sauces & stews. Herbaceous perennial. The tubular wht blms w/prpl spots are borne in whorls in summer. Ht: 2-3’. Width: 3’. Exp: sun/pt shade. Water: mod/dry(drought tolerant). USDA Z3.