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Cabbage, Golden Acre (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) This Golden Acre variety is recommended by USU. - A slow bolting, vigorous, early cabbage with 5 to 6 inch round head. - Mild flavor - Easy to grow - Most popular cabbage variety Day to Maturity | 65 days Cabbage Seeds | Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 12-16 inches between plants.Click here for complete Cabbage grow guide Additional Details Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

  Brussels Sprouts, Long Island Catskill (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) Brussels sprouts have shallow roots, so as they become top heavy, you may need to stake them, particularly if exposed to strong winds. 🌿 As with other brassicas, Brussels Sprouts are susceptible to pests and diseases that must be kept under control early in the season. As with other brassicas, composting roots should be avoided. Brussels Sprouts should not be grown within a 10 foot radius of any brassica growing location within the last 3 years, preferably 7 years. 👍 Brussels Sprouts are high in calcium and iron, as well as a good source of vitamins A and C. This popular Brussels Sprout variety produces miniature cabbage-like heads which are extremely tasty and nutritious. Day to Maturity | 90-120 days Brussel Sprouts | Start seed indoors in early May so plants are ready to set out in June or early July. The sprouts develop best in cool weather. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 30 inches between the plants.Click here for complete Brussels Sprouts grow guide Learn how to cook your own Brussels Sprouts chips [recipe here] Additional Details Brussels sprouts contain sulforaphane, a chemical believed to have potent anti-cancer properties. Although boiling reduces the level of the anti-cancer compounds, steaming, microwaving, and stirring.

Broccoli, Waltham (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) This popular broccoli variety produces a short, 24 inch plant with medium-large heads. - Withstands cold extremely well. Best grows for a fall crop. Day to Maturity | 85 days Broccoli Seeds | Start seed indoors 6 weeks before the last killing frost, for early spring crop. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 18 inches to 2 feet between the plants.Click here for complete Broccoli grow guide Additional Details Broccoli is high in vitamin C, as well as dietary fiber; it also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties, such as diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium. A single serving provides more than 30 mg of Vitamin C and a half-cup provides 52 mg of Vitamin C.      

Broccoli, Di Cicco (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) This variety of Broccoli produces tightly packed, blue/green flower heads on strong short stems. - Can be picked regularly and new shoots will continue to grow! - This is one of the more popular Broccoli varieties available.  Day to Maturity | 65 days Broccoli Seeds | Start seed indoors 6 weeks before the last killing frost, for early spring crop. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 18 inches to 2 feet between the plants.Click here for complete Broccoli grow guide Additional Details Broccoli is high in vitamin C, as well as dietary fiber; it also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties, such as diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium. A single serving provides more than 30 mg of Vitamin C and a half-cup provides 52 mg of Vitamin C.      

Beet, Early Wonder (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) Early, round, smooth-skinned beets are exceptionally tender. Day to Maturity | 50 days Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide  

Beet, White Detroit (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) The White Detroit beets has great flavorful. Perfect for gourmet dishes. - Very popular - Easy to grow Day to Maturity | 55-60 days   Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide

Beet, Golden Detroit (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) The Golden Detroit beet has round orange roots with a very sweet and delicious taste. - Perfect for the everyday and beginner gardener. Day to Maturity | 55-60 days   Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide  

Beet, Dark Red Detroit (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) This is an all-time favorite beet variety. Recommended by USU. The most popular beet on the market. - The 2 ½ to 3 inch globe shaped roots are tender and sweet. - The roots and leaves of the beet have been used in folk medicine to treat a wide variety of ailments. Day to Maturity | 60 days   Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide

Beet, Cylindra (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) These cylindrically shaped, dark red roots, 5 to 8 inches long and 2 inches thick. - Great for slicing - Produces lots in small spaces - Extremely popular and easy to grow Day to Maturity | 60 days Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide Did you Know?  The roots and leaves of the beet have been used in folk medicine to treat a wide variety of ailments. Ancient Romans used beetroot as a treatment for fevers and constipation, amongst other ailments.

Beet, Chioggia (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) [Beta vulgaris] A rare heirloom beet variety introduced to the United States in the 1840's from Italy. The Chioggia beet produces excellent yields of some of the sweetest pink skinned beets. - Chioggia beets have red & white rings. - Perfect for juicing, boiling, pickling, baking, and/or freezing. Leaves can also be used as greens. - Grows well in containers and compact locations. - Easy to grow. - Likes cool weather. Day to Maturity | 60 days   Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide

Beet, Bulls Blood (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) This heirloom beet is grown for its tender, sweet, deep red-burgundy foliage, but the beets are tasty when harvested at the 2- to 3-inch size. - The glossy leaves reach 18 inches high. - Its dark leaves contrast nicely with many garden plants. Day to Maturity | 60 days   Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guide

Beet, Boltardy (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO) The Boltardy Beet is a Detroit-type beet originating from Holland which has a beautiful deep-red, ringless flesh and very smooth skin.  - Boltardy Beets are extremely hardy - Canwithstand cool weather sowing in early spring - Highly resistant to bolting Day to Maturity | 60 days   Beet Seeds | Beets are hardy and may be sown as soon as the ground can be worked. Sow seed 1/2 inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart.Click here for complete Beets grow guideFollow SeedsNow.com's board Beets on Pinterest.

Asparagus Mary Washington seeds 100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO The Mary Washington Asparagus is an extremely popular variety and old heirloom variety as well.   These asparagus plants are perennials, and this variety can easily produce for up to 20 years!  Asparagus is best planted in early spring or fall, and can be grow in all areas and all types of soil!  There's nothing better than home grown and hand picked asparagus! Did you know that asparagus makes for a great diuretic, or that it contains very high levels of beta carotene and other vitamins and minerals?  Need more fiber? Chew on some asparagus.  And ... If you're looking for help with controlling your diabetes, or preventing kidney stones...you should be planting and eating more asparagus!  If you're looking for help with controlling your diabetes, or preventing kidney stones...you should be planting and eating more asparagus! Asparagus is actually a perennial (a plant that lives for more than two years), spring or fall, flowering plant.   It thrives in maritime habitats and can survive in soils that are too saline for weeds to grow.   Crowns of asparagus are planted in the winter and your first shoots will appear in the spring. When you first start harvesting, those small shoots are often referred to as "thinnings" or sprue.   Asparagus Seed Planting & Spacing Guide Depth to Plant Spacing Between Plants Days to Germinate (Sprout) Germination Soil Temp Best Season to Plant_________ Sun Requirement Plant Height 0.25 inches deep 10"-12" apart 7-21 days 75F to 85F Late fall and early spring. Full sun / partial shade 3' - 5' tall How to Plant, Grow & Harvest Asparagus (click here for more detailed growing instructions) Asparagus seeds started indoors should be started in 4 inch pots approximately 3 months before the last frost. They will germinate best at daytime temperatures at around 75-80 F, and a low temperature at night of around 65F. It may take as long as 3 weeks for the asparagus seeds to germinate. To hasten germination, soak the seed for 48 hours in water prior to planting. Sow the seeds approximately 1/2" to 3/4" deep in rows approximately 2 feet wide. Seedlings should be transplanted or thinned to a minimum of 3-4 inches between plants. These seedlings should grow for a summer, and the following year the 'yearlings' should be transplanted to the permanent asparagus bed ... learn more Related YouTube Videos (click here for more YouTube search results)   Ways to Eat Asparagus  Asparagus is delicious when eaten alone. You can boil, steam, grill, roast or saute' the stems.  Don't be afraid to incorporate asparagus into your other favorite foods such as soups, risotto's, lasagna's, quiche and more.  Do you like to can your own homegrown vegetables? You can never have to many jars of pickled asparagus!   Pinterest Board (click here for more Pinterest Boards) Asparagus is delicious when eaten alone. You can boil, steam, grill, roast or saute' the stems.  Don't be afraid to incorporate asparagus into your other favorite foods such as soups, risotto's, lasagna's, quiche and more.  Do you like to can your own homegrown vegetables? You can never have to many jars of pickled asparagus!