Organic Seeds

leeks' mild but rich onion flavor and cold tolerance make them a favorite in home kitchens and gardens. this onion relative has compact stems that thicken but do not form bulbs like onions. 'king richard' produces extra long white stems early. enjoy fresh, grilled, sautéed, and added to soups and stews. cold tolerant to 20°f and can be left in the garden for an extended harvest. this packet sows up to 36 feet.

Botanical Name: Allium ampeloprasum

Days to Maturity: 75 days

Family: Alliaceae

Native: Eastern Mediterranean region

Hardiness: Biennial grown as an annual

Plant Dimensions: 18"–30" tall. Under optimal growing conditions, the white part of 'King Richard' can be 12" long, making the entire plant up to 30" long.

Variety Information: Leek plants resemble a long, fat green onion. The white lower portion has a mild onion flavor while the green tops are stronger tasting. Cold hardy to 20°F.

lots of bold flavor in a small, 3" pepper, 'early jalapeño' is better adapted to cooler climates than other jalapeños. incredibly versatile, they're hot enough to add a little kick to your favorite dish, but mild enough for any meal. enjoy green or allow to ripen to red for a sweeter, bolder flavor. jalapeños rate 2,500–5,000 scoville heat units (medium hot). this packet sows up to 56 plants when started indoors.

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

Days to Maturity: 63 days from transplanting

Family: Solanaceae

Native: Americas

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive perennial grown as an annual

Plant Dimensions: 18"–36" tall, 12"–24" wide

Variety Information: 3" long, 1" wide at the shoulder tapering to a rounded tip; peppers start out dark green turning to red if left to mature on the plant. Red jalapeños are slightly sweeter and spicier. The popular chipotle pepper is a dried, smoked, red jalapeño. 'Early Jalapeño' is a medium hot pepper at 2,500–5,000 Scoville heat units. Pepper heat varies depending on growing conditions.

Wheatgrass contains an abundance of nutrients. The seeds, also known as hard winter wheat berries, germinate rapidly into beautiful greens that can be juiced; the juice is packed with vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll! Be sure to save some seeds to sow for beautiful greenery in indoor containers for table centerpieces (especially to nestle eggs in at Easter!). This packet sows 80 square inches or one 8"x10".

Botanical Name: Triticum aestivum

Days to Maturity: 10–15 days

Family: Poaceae

Native: Unknown, in cultivation for over 5,000 years.

Hardiness: Annual

Plant Dimensions: 4"–6" tall seedlings for juicing, but will grow to 4'.

Variety Information: Thin, soft, green, young leaves of the wheat plant, resembling grass.

Exposure: Ful sun to part shade

Attributes: Good for Containers

What could be more soothing than curling up at bedtime with a good book and a cup of chamomile tea made from flowers fresh from your garden? The flowers can also be dried for floral arrangements, pressed for crafts, or woven into charming wreaths, and their edible petals can be tossed into salads. In the garden, chamomile attracts beneficial insects and pollinators.

Botanical Name: Matricaria recutita

Family: Asteraceae

Native: Africa and Europe

Hardiness: Annual; reseeds

Plant Dimensions: 18"–30" tall, 12"–18" wide

Variety Information: Fern-like foliage on thin, light green stems, ¾" apple-scented, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Blooms from late spring to summer.

Exposure: Full sun

Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers