Clean your sprouter or Mason jar before each use. Rinse the sprout seeds thoroughly by adding new water and swirling the water and seeds for several seconds. One quarter cup of seed expands into one pint of protein-rich sprouts.
In colder climates covering with Reemay or Frost Blanket will protect plants from frost damage. For heavy infestations, bait cabbage worms by mixing wheat bran into a B.t. solution.
Hulless" varieties can easily be cleaned by hand-threshing; other varieties may require dancing and winnowing, flailing, or mechanical threshing. Adaptable to a range of soil types.
To control light infestations, spray plants with (B.t.). At transplant, work in 1/2 cup of TSC's Complete fertilizer around the base of each plant. Add 1 tablespoon of molasses. Proper timing is needed in order to grow large mature plants, which then...
Using larger transplants helps reduce damage. Store at 36°F and 100% relative humidity Control aphids with ladybugs or a hard spray of water, Neem oil or Pyrethrin. The 3 varieties we're offering are specifically bred to mature at different times.
Only a green with a glowing reputation could earn as many names: Vit, Corn Salad, Lamb's Lettuce, and Mache. Savor the flavors that fill the kitchens of Europe. As with all greens, a rinse in cold water will help preserve the flavor and texture Overall...
It thrives when overwintered in our mild, wet Pacific Northwest winters, or can be spring planted in colder regions. Complete harvest and storage information included with each order.
Contact your local county extension agent if you suspect you have a problem. Direct seed April through June. Broadcast the bran mixture around the base of plants. One of the most unusual and exotic cauliflowers we've encountered.
Growing information included. Each astounding, 6 inch bloom is sweetly fragrant. Strong stems hold up the flowers, so staking the plant is rarely necessary. The 25-30 inch tall plants burst into color in May and June for a stunning display whether in...
Attractive personal-sized squashes is superior in both flavor and yield! Deeply ribbed and striped fruits with a wide, slightly rounded bottom. Festival F1 squash is a beautiful multi-colored squash (1-2 lbs.) with excellent eating quality.
As a rule, sprouts seeds generally start to grow within 3 to 7 days, depending on the sprout variety. Swirl sprout seeds for approximately 30-45 seconds then drain water. Growing delicious, nutritious sprouts year-round right in your own kitchen is quick...
For the smaller-scale grower, broadcast the seed over the surface of the soil and rake in to ensure good soil contact. Excessive soil fertility will cause lower protein levels and may lead to lodging (heavy heads falling over).
Start early indoors in pots and transplant after last spring frost. Excellent baked, steamed or microwaved, and stores well. (Seed Variable); 2-8 lbs./acre.; 7-10 days, 72°F. (4-5 lbs.) Our Certified Organic Waltham Butternut squash is the most popular...
Vining varieties: sow 4-6 feet apart. Cure 10-14 days; Store 1-2 months for best flavor; Will keep 4-6 months. When winter squash is mature cut stem leaving 2-4 inches remaining, gently wash in sanitizing solution; 10 parts water to 1 part bleach.
It is a long torpedo shaped squash with a unique flavor. Can also be seeded directly in the field after soil temperature is 72°F. It is delicious and creamy when grilled, fried, baked or roasted.
Blanched sprouts will have white-ish appearance, free of greening caused by light. Drain the water the very next day and remove the top. For jar sprouters completely cover the sprout seeds with approximately 2-3 inches of warm water.
2,000 seeds/oz.; 10-12 lbs./acre. Japanese Minowase is a Daikon radish that is sweet and mild. 7 days, 60-70°F. The roots grow up to 10” long and store well. Plant from late summer through fall.
Row covers should be removed when plants begin to flower. Harden plants 4–7 days prior to transplanting. Poor fruit development may indicate insufficient pollination.Sow 2-3 seeds per 2" container or plug flat about 3 weeks prior to transplanting.
Using larger transplants helps reduce damage. Store at 36°F and 95% relative humidity Control aphids with ladybugs or a hard spray of water, Neem oil or Pyrethrin. Steamed and mashed it makes a low-calorie, low-carb mashed potato substitute.
A great market squash or home garden. A delicious, sweet, yellow flesh. 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.
Yield: 5-6 fruits/plant. If necessary, check with your local Cooperative Extension Service agent for specific control options.Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and vine borers are all common pests for cucurbits.
Row covers should be removed when plants begin to flower. Pyrethrin sprays may offer some control.Fruits are typically ready about 50-55 days after fruit set, and should be harvested before any hard frosts.
After danger of frost has passed, transplant out according to the spacing recommendations for each variety Handle seedlings carefully; minimal root disturbance is best.Sow 2 seeds at the appropriate spacing interval for the variety's vine length, 1/2-1"...
Magnifique! This stunning squash has beautiful salmon-peach colored skin covered with peanut shell-like warts caused by sugar in the skin. Squash are rich in the carotenoids necessary for vitamin A production and boast a wide complement of amino acids.
As close to an instant garden as you can get! This mat comes pre-planted with a mix of carrot, beet, lettuce, scallion, radish, and spinach seed in perfectly spaced, individual rows.
