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2012 Vegetable Seeds
Varieties R thru Z
Rocket Salad Seeds
The Italian ChoiceTM
Coltivata Da Orto
1.75G
A very rustic-looking plant with indented leaves. Rocket Salad is rich in vitamins and minerals and is just the thing to mix with lettuce to vary textures and flavors.
60 days to harvest from germination, 8-10 days to germination. Sow seeds as soon as 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.
For best greens, provide quick growth by keeping ground moist.
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Roquette Seeds
Arugula
900MG
This member of the mustard family has long, smooth leaves with a rather pungent odor and taste. When young, the leaves are best as greens and in salads. Packet will plant approximately a 49 foot row.
Sow seeds as soon as ground can be worked. Plant one 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.
8 - 10 days for germination. 40 days to harvest after germination. For best greens, provide quick growth by keeping ground moist.
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Rutabaga Seeds
American Purple Top
4.00G
An old-time variety that remains popular for the flavor it adds to winter meals. Wonderful roasted, mashed, or in a mix sauteed with carrots, turnips, and broccoli. Roots are purple-shouldered with firm, yellow flesh. Can be stored for several months.
Sow directly in garden as early as soil can be worked. Cool weather vegetable. Plant 2 seeds every 2 inches. Thin to one plant every 2 inches when seedlings are 2 1/2 to 3 inches tall. Sow again in late summer for fall crop.
3 to 10 days to germination. 90 days to harvest after transplanting. Greens are tasty if picked when small and tender. Pull roots when they are 4 to 6 inches across. Light frost improves flavor, but if roots are left in the ground over winter, mulch heavily.
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Spinach Seeds
Bloomsdale
Long Standing
5.00G
A richly flavored spinach that is slower to bolt than other Bloomsdale types. Thick, crinkled, dark green leaves make it a favorite with gardeners everywhere. High in vitamins A, C and the B-complex. Packet will plant approximately a 34 foot row.
Sow in row directly outdoors as soon as ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. Cool weather vegetable. When plants are about 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalk forms.
8 - 10 days for germination. 45 days to harvest after germination. Harvest entire plants at soil line when outer leaves are 6 inches long or just cut away outer leaves as needed for continuous crop until hot weather. Sow again in late summer.
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Spinach Seeds
The Italian ChoiceTM
Matador
4.00G
With its excellent taste and smooth, dark-green leaves, Matador is an impressive addition to salads. This cool weather vegetable has leaves perfect for souffles, stuffings and as cooked greens. Also mixed with ricotta cheese to make cannelloni and ravioli.
Sow in row directly outdoors as soon as ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. Cool weather vegetable. When plants are about 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalk forms.
45 days to harvest after germination, 8-10 days to germination. Harvest entire plant at the soil line when outer leaves are 6 inches long or just cut away outer leaves as needed for continuous crop until hot weather. Sow again in late summer for fall crop.
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Spinach Seeds
Taste of Asia
TM
Round Leaf
1.00G
An early variety with large leaves approximately 12 inches tall and 4 inches wide. Round Leaf Spinach is great for cooking in stir-fry and adds texture to salads.
Sow in row directly outdoors as soon as ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. Cool weather vegetable. When plants are about 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalk forms.
60 days to harvest after germination, 8-10 days to germination. Cool weather vegetable. Harvest entire plants at soil line when outer leaves are 6 inches long or just cut away outer leaves as needed for continuous crop until hot weather. Sow again in late summer.
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Spinach
Seeds
Teton Hybrid
2.00G
A very productive hybrid that yields dark green, smooth tender leaves with upright growth. Slow to bolt. Loaded with vitamins A, C and the B-complex. Cool weather vegetable. Packet will plant approximately a 52 foot row.
Sow in row directly outdoors as soon as ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. Cool weather vegetable. When plants are about 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalk forms.
8 - 10 days for germination. 45 to 50 days to harvest after germination. Harvest entire plants at soil line when outer leaves are 6 inches long or just cut away outer leaves as needed for continuous crop until hot weather. Sow again in late summer.
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Swiss Chard Seeds
Bright Lights
925MG
An All America Selection. A rainbow of stem colors topped with healthful deep green leaves. The wide colors range is the most distinctive feature. The early stem color is perfect for ornamental plants. Bright Lights combines beauty, flavor, and nutrition. Easy to grow. Packet will plant approximately a 10 foot row.
Sow in outdoor row as soon as ground can be worked. Place one seed every 3 inches and cover firmly with soil. Prefers full sun. Thin to 6 inches apart when plants are 3 inches tall. Use thinnings as fresh greens. Keep plants heavily mulched and moist.
7 - 10 days to germination, 60 days to harvest afterwards. When plants are 7 inches tall, cut outer leaves at soil level with sharp knife. Harvest will continue all season if inside leaves are permitted to grow.
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Swiss Chard Seeds
Large Ribbed Dark Green
3.50G
As mild-flavored as spinach and withstands heat better than most other greens. Huge, dark green, juicy leaves have broad, thick midribs and are delicious fresh in salads or cooked like spinach. Packet will plant approximately a 40 foot row.
Sow in outdoor row as soon as ground can be worked. Place one seed every 3 inches and cover firmly with soil. Prefers full sun. Thin to 6 inches apart when plants are 3 inches tall. Use thinnings as fresh greens. Keep plants heavily mulched and moist.
60 days to harvest after germination. When plants are 7 inches tall, cut outer leaves at soil level with sharp knife. Harvest will continue all season if inside leaves are permitted to grow.
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Tomatillo Seeds
Purple
250MG
This is a uniquely colored tomatillo that is enjoyed for its sweet, yet tart, flavor. The plant itself provides a little visual flare with its striking purple-veined leaves. The small fruit forms inside papery husks that begin green then ripen to a deep rich purple. This is a vigorous and highly productive tomatillo. The fruits are great grilled, in salsa, or as taco toppings.
Start seed indoors in a sunny location or under fluorescent grow lights 6 weeks prior to warm weather. Transplant outdoors in full sun when seedlings display 4 to 6 leaves and weather is warm. Seed can be sown directly into garden when soil is warm. Cannot tolerate frost.
Germination in 7 to 10 days. 75 - 85 days to harvest after germination. To keep fruit clean and easier to pick, support plants with stakes or cages if necessary. Best time to pick for salsa is when husks are brown and begin to open.
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Turnip Seeds
Health SmartTM
Hakeurei Hybrid
500MG
The greens are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of vitamin C and calcium. Hakurei produces extremely uniform roots with snow white skin and crisp flesh. The mild taste makes it excellent for salads. Tops can also be used as greens for salads or cooking. Easy-to-grow variety. Harvest can be done anytime after roots reach 2 inches in diameter. Best if harvested before 3 1/2 inches in diameter.
Sow directly in garden as early as soil can be worked. Cool weather vegetable. Plant 2 seeds together every 3 inches. Thin to one plant every 6 inches when seedlings are 2 1/2 to 3 inches tall. Sow again in late summer for crop.
Germinates in 4 - 6 days, 40 - 60 days to harvest after germination. Oriental turnip roots can become woody if they are allowed to grow too large. To harvest, loosen soil around base of leaves, then grab tops and pull.
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Turnip Seeds
Purple Top White Globe
4.00G
This long time favorite is the most popular turnip for table use. The white flesh of its root is firm and fine-grained and has a mild, sweet flavor. Most tender when roots are 2 to 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Packet will plant approximately a 250 foot row.
Sow directly in garden as early as soil can be worked. Cool weather vegetable. Plant 2 seeds together every 5 inches. Thin to one plant every 5 inches when seedlings are 2 1/2 to 3 inches tall. Sow again in late summer for crop.
Germination in 7 - 10 day, 55 days to harvest after germination. Turnip roots become woody if they grow over 3 inches in diameter. To harvest, loosen soil around base of leaves then grab tops and pull.
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Turnip Seeds
Seven Top
4.00G
Popular in all parts of the country for fresh greens! Produces numberous tender, leafy shoots. The root is woody and should not be eaten. High in vitamins A, B, and C. Packet will plant approximately a 184 foot row.
Sow directly in garden as early as soil can be worked. Cool weather vegetable. Plant 2 seeds together every 2 inches, covering firmly with soil. Thin to 6 inches apart when plants have 2 or 3 leaves. As plants begin to mature, pick outer leaves for regular use until entire plants are harvested.
Germination after 8 days, 45 days to harvest after germination. For best greens, promote quick growth by keeping the ground around the seed (and ultimately the plant) moist. Sow again in late summer for fall harvest.
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