Ferry-Morse Organic Vegetable Seeds
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2012 Organic Vegetable Seeds
Varieties A thru F
Organic Beet Seeds
Green Top Bunching
5.10G
A fine all-purpose beet high in vitamins A, B2, B6 and C. The round, red roots have sweet, tender flesh. Ideal for home garden use. Packet will plant approximately a 24 foot row.
Six to 8 days for germination. 58 days to harvest after germination. Sow seeds as early as ground can be worked. After planting, press down covering soil firmly. Performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. When tops are about 6 inches tall, pull plants until roots are 4 inches apart. Harvest when roots are 3 inches in diameter.
The small, slender tops makes delicious greens. Beets can be grown repeatedly during the season for a bountiful crop.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Beet Seeds
Tall Top Early Wonder
5.10G
A fine all-purpose table beet high in vitamins A, B2, B6, and C. Flattened globe-shaped roots have purplish red flesh and excellent flavor. Packet will plant approximately a 30 foot row.
Eight to 10 days for germination. 60 days to harvest after germination. Sow seeds as early as ground can be worked. After planting, press down covering soil firmly. Performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. When tops are about 6 inches tall, pull plants until roots are 4 inches apart. Harvest when roots are 3 inches in diameter.
Use the tall upright tops for delicious greens. Beets can be grown repeatedly during the season for a bountiful crop.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Bean Seeds
Bush, Blue Lake 274
35G
Vigorous, many-branched bush plants produce heavy yields of pods similar in appearance to pole Blue Lake. Flavor of these 6 1/2 inch long round pods is excellent. Disease resistant. High in vitamins A, B and C. Packet will plant approximately a 14 foot row.
Six to 8 days for germination. 55 days to harvest after germination. Sow seeds when soil is warm and all danger of frost has passed. Plant 2 seeds every 4 inches. Soaking seeds overnight in water will speed germination. Thin to 1 plant every 4 inches when plants have 4 leaves. Pick early and often to encourage production. Sow every 2 weeks until 8 weeks before fall frost.
Avoid working around beans when wet; this may spread diseases. When weeding, hoe gently because beans are shallow-rooted. Mulch plants only after thinning.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Bean Seeds
Kentucky Wonder
(Pole)
35G
One of the most popular pole beans for home gardens. Very productive with fleshy, medium green pods. These distinctly flavored, tender beans are best when pods are 6 inches long. Pack will plant approximately a 20 foot long row.
Six to 8 days for germination. 66 days to harvest after germination. Along a trellis about 6 feet tall, sow a seed every 4 inches when soil is warm. Soaking seeds in water overnight before planting will speed germination. Thin to one plant every 8 inches when plants have 4 leaves. Pick when pods are nearly mature, but beans are not fully developed and pods are still crisp.
Avoid working around beans when wet; this may spread diseases. When weeding, hoe gently because beans are shallow-rooted. Mulch plants only after thinning.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Broccoli Seeds
De Cicco
1.25G
A uniform, very productive variety that is high in vitamins. Large heads also furnish a high percentage of side shoots. A cool weather vegetable low in calories - only 42 per portion. Packet will plant approximately a 60 foot long row.
Ten to 14 days for germination. 90 days to harvest after germination. Start seed indoors six to eight weeks before last killing frost in spring. Or, sow 2 to 3 seeds together outdoors every 2 feet. Thin to one plant every 2 feet when 1 inch tall. Keep watered and fertilized. Cut before buds open for best harvest.
Broccoli is a good producer again when planted in summer for fall harvest until frost. For a low calorie side dish, broccoli is delicious with lemon juice.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Broccoli Seeds
Green Sprouting Calabrese
1.25G
A dark-green, close beaded bluish green central head that is high in vitamins. The large head also furnishes an abundance of side shoots. A cool weather vegetable low in calories. Packet will plant approximately a 50 foot long row.
Ten to 14 days for germination. 70 - 90 days to harvest after germination. Start seed indoors six to eight weeks before last killing frost in spring. Or, sow 2 to 3 seeds together outdoors every 2 feet. Thin to one plant every 2 feet when 1 inch tall. Keep watered and fertilized. Cut before buds open for best harvest.
Broccoli is a good producer again when planted in summer for fall harvest until frost. For a low calorie side dish, broccoli is delicious with lemon juice.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic
Cantaloupe Seeds
Hearts of Gold
1.80G
An excellent melon for home gardeners. The aromatic deep-orange flesh is sweet and juicy. Vines are vigorous and very productive. High in vitamins A, B and C. Packet will plant approximately 10 hills.
Seven days for germination. 70 - 90 days to harvest after germination. Sow seed indoors 4 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Take care not to disturb roots when transplanting. Or, sow 6 seeds over a hill 9 to 12 inches tall and 2 feet across. When plants are 3 inches tall, thin to 3 plants per hill. Use a balanced fertilizer to increase yield.
Cantaloupe is ready to pick when golden beige, has a dinstinct aroma and slips easily from the vine.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Carrot
Seeds
Danvers #126
2.50G
Strong tops on the 8 inch mature roots make them easy to pull from the ground. The flesh is firm, crisp and of excellent flavor. Very productive and a fine keeper. High in vitamin A. Packet will plant approximately a 33 foot row.
Eight to 12 days for germination. 75 days to harvest after germination. In full sun and well-drained soil, sow 3 seeds per inch in the row. Cover seeds firmly with soil. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 2 inches apart in the row. For fresh carrots all season, plant every 3 weeks until 75 days before first fall frost.
Too much water can cause carrots to crack. They should be kept weeded (a clean mulch can reduce this job). Also place soil lightly over exposed roots to prevent cracking.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Carrot
Seeds
Scarlet
(Nantes Type)
2.50G
The cylindrical carrots are very sweet and flavorful, with a lovely orange color even when very young. The closer you plant the seeds, the smaller your carrots will be. Packet will plant approximately a 30 foot row.
Eight to 12 days for germination. 60 days to harvest after germination. In full sun and well-drained soil, sow 3 seeds per inch in the row. Cover seeds firmly with soil. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 2 inches apart in the row. For fresh carrots all season, plant every 3 weeks until 75 days before first fall frost.
Too much water can cause carrots to crack. They should be kept weeded (a clean mulch can reduce this job). Also place soil lightly over exposed roots to prevent cracking.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic
Cauliflower Seeds
Early Snowball Y
600MG
A very sure-heading variety with large, white heads of delicate flavor. Low in fat content and a good source of vitamins A and C. Cool weather crop. Packet will plant approximately a 50 foot long row.
Eight to 10 days for germination. 60 - 70 days to harvest after germination. Sow outdoors by placing 2 seeds together every 2 feet in a row. Thin to one plant every 2 feet when plants are one inch tall. When heads are 2 to 3 inches across, blanch by tying outer leaves over the heads. Harvest in about 2 weeks.
Cauliflower need plenty of water and fertilizer. A good producer again when planted in summer for fall harvest just before first frost.
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Organic
Sweet Corn Seeds
Luscious Hybrid
25G
This high yielding sweet corn produces attractive and sweetly delicious ears. Ears have 14 to 16 rows of tender kernels. Mid to late season bicolor variety. Packet will plant approximately a 30 foot row.
80 days to harvest after transplanting. For better ear fill, plant a number of short rows together instead of a long single row. This helps insure pollination. For plenty of corn all season, plant early and late varieties.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic
Cucumber Seeds
Straight Eight
4.00G
An All-America Winner! These perfectly straight cucumbers have sweet, mild flesh. The excellent flavor makes this a super choice for salads or as sticks for dipping. Packet will plant approximately 20 hills.
Eight days for germination. 60 days to harvest after germination. In full sun, sow 5 seeds over a hill 12 inches tall and 2 feet across with well drained soil. For smaller gardens palnt alongside fence or trellis. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 3 plants per hill. Plant at 3 week intervals up to midsummer for fresh cucumbers all season. Keep fruits picked.
Plant cucumber seeds only after all danger of frost is past and ground is warm. They need lots of sunshine and water. Keep weeds to a minimum with straw or leaf mulch.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic
Cucumber Seeds
Sumter
4.00G
The most popular pickling cucumber for pickles of all sizes. Very productive. About 6 inches long when fully grown. The straight, symmetrical fruit has an attractive color and firm, tender, tasty flesh. Packet will plant approximately 20 hills.
Eight days for germination. 50 days to harvest after germination. In full sun, sow 5 seeds over a hill 12 inches tall and 2 feet across with well drained soil. For smaller gardens palnt alongside fence or trellis. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 3 plants per hill. Plant at 3 week intervals up to midsummer for fresh cucumbers all season. Keep fruits picked.
Plant cucumber seeds only after all danger of frost is past and ground is warm. They need lots of sunshine and water. Keep weeds to a minimum with straw or leaf mulch.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Eggplant Seeds
Early Long Purple
500MG
Fruits are long, slightly bulbous. Deepen to rich purple near maturity. The slender fruits are meaty and easy to slice. Very prolific. Low in calories and high in vitamins A, C and the B group. Packet will plant approximately a 60 foot row.
Ten to 12 days for germination. 75 days to harvest after transplanting. Start seed indoors in a sunny location or under fluorescent plant grow lights 8 - 10 weeks before transplanting outside. Wait 3 weeks after last frost to transplant outside. Or, in warmer climates, sow directly in the garden. Eggplant requires full sun and rich, fertile well-drained soil.
You can tell when eggplant is ripe by its glossy purple look. Harvest fruits while still shiny. Cut from the stem with a knife.
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