Organic Gardening Seeds For Sale In Connecticut

Resistant to a variety of diseases and viruses, including bean common mosaic virus (NY15), downy mildew, powdery mildew and pod mottle virus. When you buy organic seed, you have the assurance that the seed was grown without synthetic chemicals and you...

In 1992, the researchers from the John Hopkins University discovered that broccoli sprouts contained glucoraphanin. Sprouts, on the other hand, don't trigger these negative side effects.

Plants spread rapidly and should be spaced 18-inches apart in all directions. Grows 18-24 in. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or outside after all danger of frost has passed.

Planting and Harvesting Tips: This popular culinary herb requires well drained rich soil and afternoon shade, especially in hot climates, to grow well. Harvest when plants produce leaves with at least three branches.

When you buy organic seed, you have the assurance that the seed was grown without synthetic chemicals and you are supporting farms and companies that are committed to organic agriculture.

That's right — sugar's healthier double comes from a plant that you can grow in your garden! Stevia is a South American solution to the artificial sweeteners that raised alarms about 40 years ago.

Sow directly into prepared beds 2-4 weeks before the last expected frost. (70-80 days) Each packet contains approximately 250 seeds. Continue harvesting over several months, or until plants begin to lose flavor.

Sow one inch deep and space 12-18 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart. Planting and Harvesting Tips: Start indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost of spring. Harvest daily with a sharp knife during hot weather — pods taste best when young and grow quickly...

Transplant outside after the soil has warmed. To harvest large fruits, remove most of the side shoots and select two or three fruits to develop on one plant. Can be harvested small — 3- to 4-inches long — or left to grow without losing its texture...

Harvest pods when they are plump — usually three weeks after flowers appear — then shell and eat immediately; pods that are discolored or shriveled are past their prime. Grow them right outside your kitchen window! (50-55 days) Each packet contains...

They're hot, for sure. Planting and Harvesting Tips: Crops require full sun, fast draining soil and regular water. Peppers grow best when temperatures are warm and need substantial heat to set fruit.

Watering prior to harvest makes pulling easier. Planting and Harvesting Tips: Start indoors 10-12 weeks before the last frost date of spring. Allow tops to fall over naturally, then pull bulbs and let dry for two weeks.

Prior to transplanting outside, pinch off the top 1-inch to encourage good branching and compact growth. Planting and Growing Tips: Easy to grow plants thrive in full sun — will tolerate some shade — and average to rich well-drained soil.

Continue harvesting over several months, or until plants begin to lose flavor. 65 days to maturity. Try broadcasting over a wide row and gently rake or tamp to a depth of 1/8 inch deep — barely cover! To harvest, pinch or cut leaves just above the soil...

Learn How to Grow Watermelon here. Space plants 12-inches apart, in rows 6-feet apart. 95 days to maturity. Fruits are ready to harvest when stems turn from green to brown and begin to dry.

Provide support and mulch well to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Tappy's Heritage Tomatoes deliver, thanks to their heirloom ancestry. Planting and Harvesting Tips: Start indoors and transplant to the garden after the last frost date.

However, if temperatures drop, you'll want to bring all fruits (green or not) indoors. Each packet contains approximately 25 seeds. Fruit that is fully ripened on the vine has a much fuller flavor than fruits that are picked early and then allowed to...

Sow directly into prepared beds 2-4 weeks before the last expected frost. Once plants bolt (flower), the harvestable leaves will become bitter. Try broadcasting over a wide row and gently rake or tamp to a depth of 1/8 inch deep — barely cover! To harvest,...

Seeds can easily be gathered from pods that are just starting to open. Flowers are an important nectar source for many pollinators. Prior to transplanting outside, pinch off the top 1-inch of growth to promote good branching.

A chia smoothie is the most popular way to consume this superfood. This food is so nutritious some consider it a superfood. Chia seeds are used for making a great number of dishes.

Use a sharp knife to cut from the base of the plant about one inch below the swollen stem. Planting and Harvesting Tips: A fast growing cool weather crop that thrives in well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Harvest pods when they are plump — usually three weeks after flowers appear — then shell and eat immediately; pods that are discolored or shriveled are past their prime. Here are our best tips on How to Grow Peas , too! Each packet contains approximately...

Wait for warm days and soil temperatures above 60˚F before planting outside. Supply plenty of moisture and keep plants mulched to prevent soil from drying out between waterings. Cukes grow up to 10-inches long, but are best when picked around 5- to 6-inches.

Also known as Special Dark Green. Plants are heavy feeders and thrive in rich soil full of organic matter. Pick fruits when they are about 4-8 inches long. Harvest often so that they don't become woody and tough.

Acts like dill, tastes like black licorice! Anise ( Pimpinella anisum ) is an easy-to-grow annual that loves warm weather and a long season to develop fully. Grows well in pots too! Leaves may be harvested as needed from mature plants.

This weed-blocking fabric Seedsheet has four seed-filled pods that dissolve upon contact with water, "planting" the seeds in the soil below. Simply place this Seedsheet on top of a container full of potting mix, secure with the included stakes, and water!...

The seeds are rich in omega three fats, which have potent anti-inflammatory properties. They support healthy digestion. They are heart-friendly. A single meal that contains about an ounce of the seeds will allow you to meet almost half of your required...