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Bush Bean - 2oz Bag

Pole Bean - 2oz Bag Variety: Blue Lake FM1K
Latin Name:Phaseolus vulgaris
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 8-10
Days to Maturity: 60-70
Companion Plants:Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Pea, Radish, Spinach

Giant Pole Lima - 2oz Bag Variety: Giant Speckled
Latin Name: Phaseolus lunatus
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 8-10"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants: Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Pea, Radish, Spinach

An old-fashioned favorite, the Blue Lake 274 is a stringless Bush Bean that yields dark green plump pods with white seeds. Highly productive and compact, making this a great choice for container gardening. Excellent taste and texture, perfect for freezing.

Blue Lake FM1K is the classic stringless Pole Bean. Favored by many for the delicious, tender pods that mature to about 6 inches long. Heavy yields, prolific climber and very easy to grow.

The Giant Speckled Lima is a climbing pole bean that produces a heavy yield of large green pods. Excellent for canning and freezing. Easy to grow in the garden or in containers, drought and heat tolerant.

Pole Bean - 2oz Bag Variety: Kentucky Wonder
Latin Name:Phaseolus vulgaris
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 8-10"
Days to Maturity: 60-72
Companion Plants:Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Pea, Radish, Spinach

Pole Bean - 2oz Bag Variety: State Half Runner
Latin Name:Phaseolus vulgaris
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 8-10"
Days to Maturity: 60-75
Companion Plants:Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Pea, Radish, Spinach

Bush Lima - 2oz Bag Variety: Thorogreen
Latin Name: Phaseolus lunatus
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8"
Days to Maturity: 60-70
Companion Plants: Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Pea, Radish, Spinach

A vigorous 5-7' plant that yields large clusters of 7-10' pods. Almost stringless pods are a favorite for canning and freezing. Climbing beans require a trellis, pole, fence or other means of support.

The State Half Runner is a Pole Bean with 3 foot non-climbing vines that do not require staking. Heat and drought resistant, high yielding and very flavorful. Ideal for small gardens

Thorogreen Lima is a compact Bush Bean that produces a heavy yield of smooth green pods with flat, small baby Limas. Excellent for canning and freezing. Easy to grow in the garden or in containers, drought and heat tolerant.

Giant Bean Variety: Yard Long Giant
Latin Name: Vigina Unguiculata
Seed Depth: 1”
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 12”
Days to Maturity: 60-75

Beet Variety: Detroit Dark Red
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 4"
Days to Maturity: 50-65
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Cabbage, Lettuce, Radish

Broccoli Variety: Green Sprouting
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 60-80
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

The Yard Long Giant is an oriental favorite. The bright green pods are both tender and sweet. Very productive throughout the summer, this avid climber will yield several clusters of long, stringless beans, up to the first frost. With proper support, they can easily be grown in a large
container, great for the patio of deck.

When you think of Beets, you think of the Detroit Dark Red. Medium sized, globe shaped roots with small, slender foliage. They are frost-tolerant and thrive in cool weather. The flesh is tender and sweet. Deliciouis when fresh, canned or pickled. Very easy to grow and makes an excellent container crop.

The Green Sprouting Broccoli has a large central head surrounded by several smaller side shoots. Frost-tolerant and hardy, they thrive in cool weather. Highly nutritious and delicious when served fresh or steamed. Perfect for small gardens or containers.

Brussel Sprout Variety: Long Island Improved
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 90-115
Companion Plants:Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

Cabbage Variety: Early Jersey Wakefield
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 16-20"
Days to Maturity: 70-90
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

Cabbage Variety: Golden Acre
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 16-20"
Days to Maturity: 70-90
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

Long Island Improved produces an abundance of small, tender 1 to 2" heads that are nutritious and tasty. An excellent source of Vitamins A, B and C as well as Calcium and Iron. Hardy in Fall and Wi9nter, especially tasty after the first light frost. The vertical, upright plant is perfect for small gardens and inter-planting.

The Early Jersey is compact and robust, ideal for small gardens or containers. Matures to a 2-4 pound, teardrop shaped head. Frost-tolerant and hardy, thrives in cool weather. The best all-around choice for its mild flavor and tender, crisp texture.

The Golden Acre is an early maturing, small leafed cabbage. The vitamin rich leaves are crisp, tender and full of flavor. Highly productive, frost-tolerant and very easy to grow. Perfect for small gardens or containers. The ideal Cabbage for salads, cole slaw, or stir fry.

Cabbage

Variety: Copenhagen Market
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 80-100
Companion Plants:Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

Cabbage

Cantaloupe

Uniform 6 to 8" round solid heads averaging 3 to 4 lbs each. Popular for market and shipping.

This early variety produces deep red-purple round heads 5-7" in diameter and 3-4 lbs. Tender and very flavorful. Resistant to yellowing and splitting. Best red variety for storag e.

The Delicious 51 is a round to oval shaped melon with an average weight of 3 to 5 lbs. The creamy green exterior is moderately ribbed and well netted. The juicy flesh is deep orange and highly aromatic. Sweet and delicious, just like the name implies!

Giant Cantaloupe Variety: Weeks NC Giant
Latin Name: Cucumis melo
Seed Depth: 1/2 ”
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 18-24”
Days to Maturity: 70-90

Cantaloupe Variety: Hales Best
Latin Name: Cucumis melo
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 4-6'
Days to Maturity: 80-90
Companion Plants:Corn, Pumpkin, Radish, Squash

Cantaloupe Variety: Iroquois
Latin Name: Cucumis melo
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 4-5'
Days to Maturity: 70-90
Companion Plants: Corn, Pumpkin, Radish, Squash

The Weeks NC Giant is a very large, oval shaped Cantaloupe that has produced world records in excess of 50 lbs. The creamy yellow exterior has deep ridges and sparse netting. Don’t let the unusual size deceive you; this variety has a thick, delicious interior, as sweet as any small Cantaloupe. Very easy to grow, even for the first-time gardener.

The Hales Best is an oval melon with deep green skin and a golden-yellow net. Very flavorful flesh is sweet and very aromatic when ripe. Mature fruit is approx. 4 lbs.

The Iroquois is a round shaped, moderately ribbed melon with thick, coarse netting. This early favorite is well known for its excellent taste and disease resistance. The thick, firm flesh is salmon-orange colored and extra sweet.

Cantaloupe

Giant Carrot Variety: 2 x 4 Giant
Latin Name: Daucus carota
Seed Depth: 1/2”
Days to Germ: 14-21
Plant Spacing: 4-6”
Days to Maturity: 70-80

Carrot

The Minnesota Midget is an early maturing favorite. The compact vines will yield several 5-6 inch melons that are round and well netted. Tender orange flesh is sweetest when served cold. Highly nutritious, dependable and very easy to grow.

The 2 x 4 is the largest of the Carrots, sometimes exceeding 14” in length. Tender, bright orange, crisp and flavorful. Delicious when served raw, steamed or cooked. Easy to grow in the garden, raised beds, or in a large container. For full-sized carrots, let them mature for about
80 days after planting. The taste and texture is best when harvested early, at around 65 days.

The Tendersweet is a semi-blunt end Carrot, neatly tapered, averaging 8-9 inches long. The strong tops hold up well when harvesting. Very nutritious, tender and super sweet. Delicious when served raw or cooked. Easy to grow in the garden or in a container.

Cauliflower Variety: Snowball Improved
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 8-10
Plant Spacing: 12-18"
Days to Maturity: 60-90
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato.

Collard Variety: Georgia Southern
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 45-60Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish

Collard Variety: Vates
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 65-75
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish

The Snowball Improved is a very flavorful Cauliflower with a firm white head, around 6" in diameter. The leaves curl around the head, protecting it from the sun. Best known for its rapid growth and long harvest, this is the ideal Cauliflower for every garden.

The Georgia Southern is extremely hardy, tolerating both frost and heat well. Best known for the large tender blue-green leaves. Excellent flavor when cooked, and the younger leaves are perfect for salads.

Vates is a non-heading, upright Collard with tneder, blue-green leaves. Rich in vitamins and minerals, with a mild cabbage-like flavor. The young leaves are great in salads withle the mature leaves are delicious boiled or steamed.

Corn - 2oz Bag Variety: Bodacious
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cucumber, Melons, Morning Glory, Peas, Pumpkin, Squash, Sunflower

Corn - 2oz Bag Variety: Kandy Korn
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cucumber, Melons, Morning Glory, Peas, Pumpkin, Squash, Sunflower

Corn - 2oz Bag Variety: Peaches and Cream
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cucumber, Melons, Morning Glory, Peas, Pumpkin, Squash, Sunflower

Corn - 2oz Bag Variety: Silver Queen
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cucumber, Melons, Morning Glory, Peas, Pumpkin, Squash, Sunflower

Giant Corn Variety: Weeks NC Giant
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1”
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 8-12”
Days to Maturity: 70-80

Cucumber Variety: Boston Pickling
Latin Name: Cucumber sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 12-18"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Beets, Carrots, Corn, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Marigold

The Weeks NC Giant Corn is an extra-large edible field corn, with ears reaching up to 15” long! Many stalks will have two ears over 12” long and 11” in circumference, with 16 to 22 rows of corn on each ear.

The Boston Pickling is a dual-purpose Cucumber. When harvested young, they are the perfect size and texture for pickling. Once they mature, they make a great slicing Cucumber. Highly productive, easy to grow, and very dependable.

Cucumber Variety: Straight 8
Latin Name: Cucumis sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 12-18"
Days to Maturity: 55-70
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Beets, Carrots, Corn, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Marigold

Cucumber Variety: Tendergreen Burpless
Latin Name: Cucumis sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-14"
Plant Spacing: 12-18"
Days to Maturity: 55-70
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Beets, Carrots, Corn, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Marigold

Cucumber Variety: Yard Long
Latin Name: Cucumis sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10"
Plant Spacing: 12-18"
Days to Maturity: 55-70
Companion Plants: Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Beets, Carrots, Corn, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Marigold

The Straight 8 is an all-time favorite, best known a a dependable, heavy producer. Grows to a uniform 9 inches long with a 2 1/2" diameter. Small-seeded, crisp and flavorful. The ideal choice for slicing, it can be served in vinegar or salads.

The Tendergreen is a mild-flavored burpless Cucumber. The dark green skin is tender enough to be eaten without peeling. Great for slicing in salads, and delicious when served in vinegar.

The Yard Long is best known for amazing size, up to 36 inches long. But don't let the size fool you, they are delicious when harvested early around 18 " long. The flesh is crisp and white with a mild flavor. Excellent for pickling.

Eggplant Variety: Black Beauty
Latin Name:Solanum melongena
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-15
Plant Spacing: 20" 30""
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants:Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Beets, Carrots, Corn, Lettuce, Peas, Radish, Marigold

Gourd Variety: Bushel
Latin Name:Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24"
Days to Maturity: 90-110
Companion Plants: Corn, Marigold, Melon, Squash

Gourd

High yielding 24-30" bushes with 4-6 6.5 x 5" diameter purple-black fruits each.

TThe Bushel Gourd is the largest of all gourds with the current record weighing over 165 lbs. When dried they make wonderful baskets and continers. he vines are vigorous with night-blooming white flowers.

The Bird House Gourd is famous for producing gourds that make excellent homes for Martins. A single Martin eats up to 13 pounds of insects per month! Very dependable and easy to grow.

Gourd Variety: Dipper
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24"
Days to Maturity: 90-110
Companion Plants:Corn, Marigold, Melon, Squash

Gourd Variety:Small Ornamental Mix
Latin Name:Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24"
Days to Maturity: 90-110
Companion Plants: Corn, Marigold, Melon, Squash

Kale Variety: Dwarf Siberian
Latin Name:Brassica napus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing:12-16"
Days to Maturity: 60-80
Companion Plants:Basil, Bush Beans, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish

The Dipper Gourd is an old-fashioned favorite that has been gown and used for centuries. The vigorous vines will yield several long-necked gourds that are both decorative and functional.

The Small Ornamental Mix is a variety of green, orange, white and yellow Gourds, some with stripes and bi-colors. This mix will also produce many different shapes and textures. The perfect size for your fall decorations

A close relative of the Rutabaga, the Siberian Dwarf is is popular for its delicious leaves rather than its roots. Originally from Russia, this was the favorite variety of Kale in the Thomas Jefferson garden at Monticello. The thick, broad leaves are bluish-green with slightly frilled edges. The frost-tolerant heads are compact and robust, ideal for small gardens and containers.

Lettuce - Leaf Variety: Black-Seeded Simpson
Latin Name: Lactuva sativa
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 10"
Days to Maturity:40-50
Companion Plants:Beets, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumbers, Radish

Lettuce -Head Variety: Iceburg
Latin Name: Lactuva sativa
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 60-80
Companion Plants: Beets, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumbers, Radish

Lettuce - Leaf

The Black-Seeded Simpson is a widely popular loose-leaf Lettuce. Best known for its crisp, green crumpled leaves and mild flavor. Matures early, in about 45 days after planting. Very dependable and easy to grow in the garden or containers.

Iceberg is the all-around salad bar favorite Lettuce. The medium sized heads are a compact layer of fringed glossy leves surrounding a silvery white, tender heart. Crisp and full of flavor, the outer leaves can be harvested as needed, giving you a fresh salad anytime. Ideal for containers and patios

The Salad Bowl leaf lettuce has light-green long wavy leaves with a large rosette. Very slow bolt and good heat resistance.

Lettuce - Romaine Variety: Paris Island Cos
Latin Name: Lactuva sativa
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 50-80
Companion Plants: Beets, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumbers, Radish

Mustard Variety: India Southern Giant
Latin Name: Brassica juncea
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6"
Days to Maturity: 45-60
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

Mustard Variety: Spinach Tendergreen
Latin Name: Brassica oleracea
Seed Depth: 1/4
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6"
Days to Maturity: 40-60
Companion Plants: Basil, Bush Beans, Beets, Cucumber, Dill, Lettuce, Marigold, Radish, Tomato

The Parris Island Romaine lettuce has a dark green/gray head that is 8"-12" when mature. Very vigorous, medium-slow bolt and easy to grow in the garden or containers.

The Southern Giant is the most popular variety of curled-leaf Mustard. The large bright green leaves can be enjoyed raw, steamed or cooked. Very nutritious and easy to grow. Taste is best when harvested after a frost.

The Tendergreen Spinach Mustard has smooth leaves that are glossy and dark green. They have a mild flavor that tastes like a combination of Spinach, Cabbage and Mustard. Great for salads, pickling and as a cooking green.

Okra - 1.5oz. Bag Variety: Clemson Spineless
Latin Name:Abelmoschus esculentus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-14
Plant Spacing: 12"-18"'
Days to Maturity: 50-64
Companion Plants: Corn, Radish, Squash, Beans

Okra - 4 g. Packet Variety: Clemson Spineless
Latin Name:Abelmoschus esculentus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-14
Plant Spacing: 12"-18"'
Days to Maturity: 50-64
Companion Plants: Corn, Radish, Squash, Beans

Okra Variety: Burgundy
Latin Name:Abelmoschus esculentus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 7-14
Plant Spacing: 12"-18"'
Days to Maturity: 50-64
Companion Plants: Corn, Radish, Squash, Beans

Plant produces heavy yields of flavorful 9" long by 1 ½" wide dark green okra. Leaves are spineless making it easier to harvest. Best if picked when 3" long. Tolerates hot, humid summers. High in fiber, vitamin C and K.

Attractive 4-5' plant produces good yields of flavorful 8" long by 1" wide burgundy pods.Color not retained when cooked. Best if picked when 3" long. Tolerates hot, humid summers. High in fiber, vitamin C and K.

Onion - Bunching Variety: Long White Tokyo
Latin Name:Allium fistulosum
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-15
Plant Spacing: 3"-6"'
Days to Maturity: 95
Companion Plants: Corn, Radish, Squash, Beans

Pea - 2oz Bag Variety: Dwarf Grey Sugar (Edible Pod)
Latin Name:Pisum sativum
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8"
Days to Maturity: 60-75
Companion Plants:Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Radish, Spinach

Pea - 2oz Bag Variety: Brown Crowder Cowpea - Top Pick
Latin Name:Vigna sinensis
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8"
Days to Maturity: 50-65
Companion Plants:Beets, Cabbage, Carrots, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Eggplant, Lettuce, Radish, Spinach

Single white 20-22" stalks. Heat and cold resistant excellent for fall and summer bunching. Easy to grow and essential in many asian dishes

Giant Peanut Variety: Weeks NC Giant
Latin Name:Arachis hypogaea
Seed Depth: 1”
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 8"-12"’
Days to Maturity: 130

Giant Peanut Landplaster (CaSO4)

2.5 oz. Bag

Pepper Variety: Big Jim
Latin Name: Capsicum annuum
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants: Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Basil, Okra, Parsley, Squash, Tomato

This "World Record Variety" is crossed to grow larger than other varieties and still have excellent flavor. 2 to 3 nuts per pod. Easy to grow and yields 600+ peanuts per package. Requires landplaster (Next Item) for peanut kernel formation.

When the blossoms first appear apply a 17” band of land plaster over the plants at the rate of 2 oz. per 1 oz. peanut bag to enable kernel formation.

The Big Jim is a very large, mild to hot chili pepper. A favorite of the Southwest, well known for its rich, full flavor. The best all-around choice for making salsas, sauces, and chili rellenos. Easy to grow in the garden or in a container.

Pepper Variety: California Wonder
Latin Name:Capsicum annuum
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants:Basil, Carrots, Parsley, Tomato

Pepper Variety:Cayenne
Latin Name:Capsicum annuum
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants: Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Basil, Okra, Parsley, Squash, Tomato

Pepper Variety: Golden Calwonder
Latin Name: Capsicum annuum
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants: Carrots, Basil, Parsley, Tomato

The California Wonder is a sweet Pepper with thick, crisp flesh. Uniform, dark green peppers grow on strong, upright plants. For extra sweetness, let the fruits ripen until bright red.

Pepper Variety:Jalapeno M
Latin Name:Capsicum annuum
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants: Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Basil, Okra, Parsley, Squash, Tomato

Pepper Variety: Serrano Chili
Latin Name: Capsicum annuum
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants: Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Basil, Okra, Parsley, Squash, Tomato

Pumpkin Variety: Small Sugar
Latin Name:Cucurbita maxima
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24"
Days to Maturity: 70-80
Companion Plants:Corn, Marigold, Melon, Squash

A long-time favorite in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, the Jalapeno is sausage-shaped and thick-walled with a blunt end. The 3.5" long peppers have smooth green skin maturing to dark red. Vigorous upright plants grow 24 to 30" tall and are highly productive, yielding a heavy crop all season long. Healthy and delicious, Jalapeno's can be enjoyed fresh-picked, fire-roasted, pickled, or fried. An excellent source of Vitamin A and C.

The Serrano is a 2 inch long, finger-shaped hot Pepper that matures from green to red. Excellent for driying, ideal for use in salsas and chiles. A long time favorite South of the border. Easy to grow in the garden or in a container.

Pumpkin Variety: Jack O'Lantern
Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24-30"
Days to Maturity: 90-110
Companion Plants:Corn, Marigold, Melon, Squash

Giant Pumpkin Variety: Weeks NC Giant
Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima
Seed Depth: 1”
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 36-48”
Days to Maturity: 90-110

Radish Variety: Early Scarlet Globe
Latin Name: Raphanus sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 4-8
Plant Spacing: 2-3"
Days to Maturity: 25-30
Companion Plants: Beet, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Melons, Peas, Spinach, Squash

The Jack O'Lantern is a bright orange holiday classic, excellent for carving. Very easy to grow, this variety is the perfect choice for everyone, from the novice to the expert. Ideal for canning, plus it makes an excellent Pumpkin Pie.

The Weeks NC Giant Pumpkin is well known for its record breaking size, currently over 1,600 lbs! A favorite of everyone of all ages, from the competitive grower to the hobbyist. Pumpkins are also the fastest growing vine crop. Plant this variety and you could have the largest jack-o-lantern in town!

The Early Scarlet Globe is one of the fastest maturing Radishes around. Best known for its bright red, perfectly round globe with pure white flesh. Crisp and tender with medium tops. It can be planted and harvested several times each season. Easy to grow in the garden or in a container.

Radish Variety: Saxa
Latin Name:Raphanus sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 4-8
Plant Spacing: 2-3"
Days to Maturity: 25-30
Companion Plants: Beet, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Melons, Peas, Spinach, Squash

Radish Variety: Sparkler White Tip
Latin Name:Raphanus sativus
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 4-8
Plant Spacing: 2-3"
Days to Maturity: 24-28
Companion Plants: Beet, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Melons, Peas, Spinach, Squash

Radish Variety: White Icicle
Latin Name: Raphanus sativus
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 7-14
Plant Spacing: 2"
Days to Maturity: 20-25
Companion Plants: Beet, Bush Beans, Pole Beans, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Melons, Peas, Spinach, Squash

Saxa has a cherry-red outside, with a pure white interior. Best known for its mild flavor and perfectly round roots. Flesh is crisp and tender with short tops. Early maturing, highly nutritious and very easy to grow in the garden or in a container.

Spinach Variety: Bloomsdale
Latin Name: Spinacio olerace
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 8-10"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants:Cabbage, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Peas

Spinach Variety: Olympia
Latin Name: Spinacio olerace
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 8-10"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants: Cabbage, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Peas

Squash Variety: Early Summer Crookneck
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 36"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants: Beans, Corn, Cucumbers, Melons, Pumpkin, Radish

The Bloomsdale Longstanding has tender, dark green "crinkled" leaves. Heavy yields, full-flavored and highly nutritious. Delicioius when served fresh, steamed or cooked.

The Olympia Spinach has smooth, buttery leaves. Well known for the heavy yields and excellent flavor. Highly nutritious and delicious when served fresh, steamed or cooked.

The Early Summer Crookneck is best known for its superior flavor. Delicious when served raw, steamed or fried.

Squash Variety: Scallop, Early White Bush
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 36"
Days to Maturity: 46-60
Companion Plants: Beans, Corn, Cucumbers, Melons, Pumpkin, Radish

Squash Variety: Straightneck
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 36"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants: Beans, Corn, Cucumbers, Melons, Pumpkin, Radish

Squash Variety: Waltham Butternut
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24"
Days to Maturity: 83-115
Companion Plants: Beans, Corn, Cucumbers, Melons, Pumpkin, Radish

The scallop, early white bush is highly productive. The closed bush plants produce round flat greenish white fruit, solid white when mature. Firm mild sweet greenish-white flesh popular in the east.

The Straightneck is a summer favorite, best known for its 6-8" long, club shaped fruits. The highly productive vines will yield an endless supply of fresh squash when harvested regularly. The buttery yellow flesh is delicious and tender, with many uses in the kitchen..

Typically grows 8"x4" and can weigh up to 6 lbs. The most popular butternut squash. Stores very well. Uniform tan fruit with a nutty flavor.

Squash Variety: Zucchini
Latin Name: Cucurbita pepo
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 36"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants: Beans, Corn, Cucumbers, Melons, Pumpkin, Radish

Tomato Variety: Beefsteak
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Basil, Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Marigold, Parsley, Peas, Pepper, Marigold

Giant Tomato Variety: Giant Delicious
Latin Name: Lycopersicon esculentum
Seed Depth: 1/4”
Days to Germ: 10-14
Plant Spacing: 24”
Days to Maturity: 60-75

Zucchini is a popular member of the Squash family. The tender fruits can be enjoyed fresh in salads and with dips. Also great in stir fry, steamed or baked. Easy to grow, highly productive and full of flavor.

The Beefsteak is an all-around favorite Tomato, best known for its bright red color and irregular shape. Mild flavored, ideal for sandwiches or salads. Easy to grow in the garden or in containers, perfect for the deck or patio.

The Giant Delicious is a super large Tomato that is known not only for its remarkable size, but also for its exceptional eating quality. One slice can cover an entire piece of bread! This variety has produced Tomatoes as large as 7 lbs. Highly productive, easy to grow, and very nutritious.

Tomato Variety: Roma VF
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Basil, Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Marigold, Parsley, Peas, Pepper, Marigold

Tomato Variety: Small Cherry
Latin Name: Zea mays
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 8-12
Plant Spacing: 12"
Days to Maturity: 75-90
Companion Plants: Basil, Beans, Cabbage, Carrots, Cucumber, Lettuce, Marigold, Parsley, Peas, Pepper, Marigold

Turnip Variety: Purple Top
Latin Name: Brassica rapa
Seed Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 4"
Days to Maturity: 50-60
Companion Plants: Cabbage, Kale, Peas

The Roma VF is a disease resistant Tomato that is highly productive and very dependable. The fruits are bright red with a unique plum shape. A favorite in the kitchen, used as a paste, juice, puree, canning and sauces. Makes an excellent container crop.

The Small Red Cherry is the favorite "salad bar" Tomato. This heavy producer will yield unbelievable clusters of fruits that are scarlet red, bite-sized and delicious. An excellent souce of vitamins and minerals. Very dependable and easy to grow in the garden or in containers.

The Purple Top is the most popular of all Turnip varieties. An excellent source of nutrition and very versatile. The roots can be enjoyed sliced, boiled, or mashed like potatoes. The greens are delicious when steamed or boiled..

Watermelon Variety: Charleston Gray
Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8'
Days to Maturity: 80-90
Companion Plants: Corn, Pumpkin, Radish, Squash

Watermelon Variety: Crimson Sweet
Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8'
Days to Maturity: 80-90
Companion Plants: Corn, Pumpkin, Radish, Squash

Watermelon

The Charleston Gray is a traditional favorite of gardeners everywhere. Best known for the sweet, crisp flesh and light green rind. An excellent choice for slicing or pickling. Very easy to grow, this is a great addition to any garden..

The Crimson Sweet is a medium-sized, round melon with dark green stripes. The bright red flesh is firm and sweet, providing a delicious source of Vitamins A and C. Heat tolerant and disease resistant, the vigorous vines spread quickly.

The Jubilee is an extremely popular Watermelon, best known for its heavy yields and disease resistance. The large, oblong melons have thick rinds and firm, sweet flesh. Excellent for pickling and slicing. Very easy to grow, this is the ideal choice for every garden.

Watermelon Variety: Moon & Stars
Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8'
Days to Maturity: 90-95
Companion Plants: Corn, Pumpkin, Radish, Squash

Watermelon Variety: Sugar Baby
Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus
Seed Depth: 1"
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 4-6'
Days to Maturity: 80-90
Companion Plants: Corn, Pumpkin, Radish, Squash

Elongated fruit with a large yellow moon, spotted with pinpoint stars. Has a dark green rind with sweet red flesh. Very popular heirloom variety.

The Sugar Baby is the ideal ice-box sized melon. The thin rind is dark green and smooth. The flesh is bright red and very sweet. Highly nutritious and very easy to grow. The ideal choice for smaller gardens.

Giant Watermelon

Variety: Weeks NC Giant
Latin Name:Citrullus lanatus
Seed Depth: 1”
Days to Germ: 7-10
Plant Spacing: 6-8’
Days to Maturity: 90-100

Watch Ed Weeks on the TV Game Show

"To Tell the Truth"

The Weeks NC Giant Watermelon is a variety developed in North Carolina by the Weeks family. Since the early 1950’s, we have developed this into the world record variety that it is today. Best known for its record weights, it is also surprisingly sweet! Very dependable and easy to grow, even for beginners.

Take a trip into the past, when Mr. Ed Weeks tries to stump the panel as the grower of a giant watermelon. Our company is the result of Ed's passion for these giants. This DVD is a classic oldie but goldie for sure. The DVD is just $5.00 plus shipping through our online store.