Sonora's papery husk is easy to remove by hand. Excessive soil fertility will cause lower protein levels and may lead to lodging (heavy heads falling over). Complete harvest and storage information included with each order.
Add 1 tablespoon of molasses. Reapply as necessary. Using floating row covers such as Summer Insect Barrier can also provide control. Begin picking sprouts from the bottom; upper sprouts will continue to mature as lower ones are harvested.
To ensure completely white heads, tie the inner leaves around the head when it starts to form, or break over some inside leaves to shade the head. Using floating row covers such as Summer Insect Barrier can also provide control.
Sanitation is very important when sprouting seeds. Store mature sprouts in a bowl or plastic storage bag and add a paper towel in the bottom to absorb excess moisture. Clean your sprouter or Mason jar before each use.
Keep beds evenly moist and/or use shade cloth to maintain quality during heat waves. The first sign of cabbage worms will be off-white butterflies fluttering near the plants. Using Reemay or Summer Insect Barrier can also provide control.
The heart of the bloom is a deepened plum color, which serves as an intense contrast to the golden yellow pollen. Blooms will appear soon after planting. Since this is a fall-blooming variety, it should be planted immediately upon arrival.
The soft grain grinds easily to a lower gluten flour that's well-suited for making delicate cookies and pastries. Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry location. Self-sustainers can use excess starch from the grain to convert to alcohol for fuel,...
Sanitation is very important when sprouting seeds. Store mature sprouts in a bowl or plastic storage bag and add a paper towel in the bottom to absorb excess moisture. Clean your sprouter or Mason jar before each use.
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before anticipated transplant date. Sow greens every couple of weeks to ensure a continuous supply of young plants. Leaves are succulent, firm, and dark green.
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before anticipated transplant date. Sow greens every couple of weeks to ensure a continuous supply of young plants. This fast-growing green is worth the successive plantings required for continued harvest.
Quickly regrows after harvest. Days to maturity are calculated from date of direct seeding. As with all greens, a rinse in cold water will help preserve the flavor and texture. This annual green is high in vitamin C, and native to many moist areas of...
This fascinating flower is huge—at least 12 inches long—and is comprised of a velvety, blood-red hood rimmed in slightly ruffled edges and cloaking a long, slender, purple/black, pointed central spadix.
Proper timing is needed in order to grow large mature plants, which then develop buds during cooler fall weather. Using floating row covers such as Summer Insect Barrier can also provide control.
For tray sprouters, carefully run the tray under running water to rinse the seeds. Rinse the sprout seeds thoroughly by adding new water and swirling the water and seeds for several seconds.
A spring 2-row barley developed at Oregon State University, Full Pint is a shorter plant with an erect habit and strong disease resistance. Seed can also be drilled at 2 1/2 lbs per 1000 square feet—plant 1-2 inches deep.
Hardy in zones 3-8. Growing information included. The 25-30 inch tall plants burst into color in May and June for a stunning display whether in the landscape or as a cut flower. Strong stems hold up the flowers, so staking the plant is rarely necessary.
Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field after soil temperature is 72°F. 7-9” long and 3” in diameter. (Seed Variable); 2-8 lbs./acre.; 7-10 days, 72°F.
It has a teardrop shape with light blue skin and stores very well. (5-7 lbs.) Baby Blue Hubbard is the perfect size hubbard for smaller households. Can also be seeded directly in the field after soil temperature is 72°F.
Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. (4-5 lbs.) Our Certified Organic Waltham Butternut squash is the most popular commercially grown butternut, setting the standard with a sweet, nutty flavor.
Probably the best eating quality squash of all the Hubbards. This winter squash is tasty when fresh, canned or frozen. Golden Hubbard produces sweet fruits packed with dry, fine-grained flesh.
A great market squash or home garden. A beautiful squash that is know for it's taste! Blue Hubbard is know for its big taste and size! The fruit is slightly tapered at both ends and has a bumpy, blue outside.
Days To Maturity: 100
Germination: 4
Additional Characteristics: All American Selection
Harden plants 4–7 days prior to transplanting. 2) Fruits are subject to drying out in storage, which is why we recommend storing only up to 3 months.Fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.8–6.8 is best.
Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Can also be seeded directly in the field after soil temperature is 72°F. The 12 to 15 lb. (Seed Variable); 2-8 lbs./acre.; 7-10 days, 72°F.
Attractive personal-sized squashes is superior in both flavor and yield! Deeply ribbed and striped fruits with a wide, slightly rounded bottom. Great for pies and baking. Flesh is peach-colored, similar to an acorn squash but with better sweet flavor...
