{"title":"New for 2026","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"colorful-climbing-bean-mix","title":"Colorful Climbing Bean Mix","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 70-90\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis colorful mixture of climbing beans will delight any gardener. A mixture of Cherokee Cornfield Pole Beans, Hopi Purple String Beans, Rattlesnake Beans, King Banquet Beans, Pueblo Pink Beans, Iroquois Skunk Beans and more. Plant them along a trellis or fence and watch them climb to over 6 feet tall. Eat fresh as green beans or dry for cooking beans. Kids (and eager adults like us!) love shelling these to see which color pops out next! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly in the ground 2\" deep, 3\" apart in spring after all danger of frost has passed. Keep moist until germinated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allow pods to fully dry on the vine. Pick dried pods into a bin and crush to dislodge beans. Store beans in a paper or mesh bag to ensure they dry fully and remain dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApprox 30 Colorful Climbing bean seeds per packet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772914667675,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/20231227_151537.jpg?v=1705298682"},{"product_id":"sungold-tomato-hybrid-detangle","title":"Sungold Tomato (Hybrid Detangle)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 65 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a de-hybridization in process, seventh generation (F7). Sungolds are known by market gardeners all over for their bursting sweetness and pop-in-your-mouth size. Since Sungolds are hybrids, saving their seeds produces offspring with widely variable characteristics. These seeds are 7 generations in the direction of open-pollinated, having been selected each year for tastiness and vigor. F5 seeds obtained from Delectation of Tomatoes. Indeterminate. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart seeds indoors under grow lights or in a greenhouse 6-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant 2+ weeks after last frost when soil has warmed a bit. Space plants at least 4 feet apart. Support growth with tomato cages, a trellis or wire. Water regularly but avoid overwatering (soil should be moist but not wet). \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: When fully ripe, pick your tastiest fruits from the most vigorous plants. Cut open and squeeze seeds and juice into a jar. Secure a cloth over the jar so air can enter. Ferment the juice and seeds in the jar for 2-3 days. Then strain and rinse the seeds. Dry on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApprox 25+ seeds\/packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772916306075,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/sungold_detangle.png?v=1668055898"},{"product_id":"slime-corn","title":"SLIME Corn! \u003c\u003c Self-Fertilizing Nitrogen Fixing Trait \u003e\u003e","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Now shipping!* Limit 2 packets per garden *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZea Mays\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 120-140 (plant in late April to mid-May)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is our second-year selection (F2) of the slime trait from our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Rainbow corn landrace seeds\" href=\"https:\/\/vibrantearthseeds.com\/products\/rainbow-corn-landrace\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRainbow Corn Landrace.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorn with this slime trait can self-fertilize by fixing nitrogen from the atmosphere,\u003c\/strong\u003e via microbiota in the slimy mucilage on its aerial brace roots (see first two photos). In 2024 we observed the slime dripping from brace roots on about 5% of our plants, and we saved the corn seed from those plants. Our slimy corn plants grew significantly taller than non-slimy corn plants, and produced significantly longer ears of corn than non-slimy corn plants (both long ears of corn in the 3rd photo are from slime corn). This supports the theory that the slime is indeed fixing nitrogen from the atmosphere!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/plantae.org\/nitrogen-fixing-corn-slime-a-mexican-maize-landrace-supports-nitrogen-fixing-microbiota-in-aerial-root-mucilage\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003earticle published by the American Society of Plant Biologists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e investigates the slime trait and its potential impact on revolutionizing agriculture by greatly reducing the need for synthetic nitrogen inputs. You can also learn more by watching this \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CFyd-kC6IUw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBBC documentary\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp us distribute this open-pollinated slime trait widely! Corporations may lead consumers to believe that the slime trait can only be accessed through genetic manipulation (especially for northern climates where day-length is shorter). Our corn tells us otherwise! Our corn is a highly diverse landrace so we are as yet unsure about which genetics contain the slime trait. We intend to select more for the slime trait every year and observe the corn more closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's how you can help:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you already grow native corn: observe the aerial brace roots for slime and let us know what variety you grow and what you find (slime OR no slime)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant this corn, save the seed from plants with slime and distribute it widely. Plant those seeds again next year and repeat.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact us if you need more bulk seed for a larger field planting or planting experiment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant corn seeds 6\" deep in late April-mid May in clumps of 5 seeds per hole, spaced 3-5 feet apart. No thinning is necessary. 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Zinnias are one of the best cut flowers: they just keep blooming and blooming, right up until the fall frost! Try drying the blooms and stringing on a garland to extend your garden beauty into the winter. Bees \u0026amp; butterflies are attracted to the ample flowers. Great for container gardens, raised beds, yards and farms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown by \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Laying Groundwork, Paonia CO\" href=\"https:\/\/www.layinggroundwork.org\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGroundwork\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Paonia, CO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon Zinnia seeds 1\/3\" deep, 6\" apart in spring. 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Free shipping anywhere in the USA!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Seed CSA is a unique opportunity to become part of a \u003cstrong\u003ecommunity of seed stewards \u003c\/strong\u003eand gain access to\u003cstrong\u003e rare and exclusive varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e—including experimental breeding projects and limited-quantity heirlooms not available for sale on our website. Enjoy substantial savings compared to buying each variety separately, plus bonus perks and discounts exclusive to our CSA members. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join Our CSA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Expertly Curated Seed Selection – Receive hardy varieties suited for each planting window, ensuring a thriving, productive garden.\u003cbr\u003e* Optimized Planting Success – Stay on track with crop rotations and ensure a continuous harvest including spring, summer and fall seeds.\u003cbr\u003e* Exclusive Breeding Varieties – Gain access to new cultivars, offering a rare opportunity to trial cutting-edge plant genetics.\u003cbr\u003e* Education- Receive our Growing \u0026amp; Seed Saving Guide to ensure your growing success and learn how to save seeds from each variety.\u003cbr\u003e* Community- Be part of a forward-thinking network of growers dedicated to regenerative agriculture and climate-adaptive seed stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you so much for supporting our regenerative seed work! The support of our seed CSA members keeps us pushing forwards through the heat, storms, bugs and yes-- all the beautiful moments on our seed farm every day 😊 -- to keep doing the intensive work of growing and distributing locally-adapted seeds. 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Free shipping anywhere in the USA!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Seed CSA is a unique opportunity to become part of a \u003cstrong\u003ecommunity of seed stewards \u003c\/strong\u003eand gain access to\u003cstrong\u003e rare and exclusive varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e—including experimental breeding projects and limited-quantity heirlooms not available for sale on our website. Enjoy substantial savings compared to buying each variety separately, plus bonus perks and discounts exclusive to our CSA members. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join Our CSA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Expertly Curated Seed Selection – Receive hardy varieties suited for each planting window, ensuring a thriving, productive garden.\u003cbr\u003e* Optimized Planting Success – Stay on track with crop rotations and ensure a continuous harvest including spring, summer and fall seeds.\u003cbr\u003e* Exclusive Breeding Varieties – Gain access to new cultivars, offering a rare opportunity to trial cutting-edge plant genetics.\u003cbr\u003e* Education- Receive our Growing \u0026amp; Seed Saving Guide to ensure your growing success and learn how to save seeds from each variety.\u003cbr\u003e* Community- Be part of a forward-thinking network of growers dedicated to regenerative agriculture and climate-adaptive seed stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you so much for supporting our regenerative seed work! The support of our seed CSA members keeps us pushing forwards through the heat, storms, bugs and yes-- all the beautiful moments on our seed farm every day 😊 -- to keep doing the intensive work of growing and distributing locally-adapted seeds. 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The support of our seed CSA members keeps us pushing forwards through the heat, storms, bugs and yes-- all the beautiful moments on our seed farm every day 😊 -- to keep doing the intensive work of growing and distributing locally-adapted seeds. 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A long-lasting indeterminate that produced abundantly all the way up to the frost! We even covered them up to get them through the first frost and they kept on producing. Wonderful smooth texture and rich flavor perfect for eating raw or making sauces. Our original seeds came from Joseph Lofthouse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start Big Hill Tomato seeds indoors under grow lights or in a greenhouse 6-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant 2+ weeks after last frost when soil has warmed a bit. Space plants at least 4 feet apart. Support growth with tomato cages, a trellis or wire. Water regularly but avoid overwatering (soil should be moist but not wet). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: When fully ripe, pick your tastiest fruits from the most vigorous plants. Cut open and squeeze Big Hill Tomato seeds and juice into a jar. Secure a cloth over the jar so air can enter. Ferment the juice and seeds in the jar for 2-3 days. Then strain and rinse the seeds. Dry on a screen or cloth. 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This 6\" Chantenay carrot is now incredibly rare in the USA, and we hope to help it make a deserving comeback! We were entrusted  with these seeds by our dear friend Penn of \u003ca title=\"Miss Penn's Mountain Seeds website\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pennandcordsgarden.com\/miss-penns-mountain-seeds.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMiss Penn's Mountain Seeds, \u003c\/a\u003ewho received the seeds in the early '90s from seed breeder Bill McDorman, who obtained the seeds from Japan. Like many seeds, it's been on a long migration around the world, passed through many caring hands! \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighlights: So crisp and sweet! We love how the roots can remain in the ground for many months and not get pithy\/woody-- the crispness stays intact! Their conical shape is excellent for growing in challenging soils including clay, rocky and poor soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe had a lot of fun selecting the best roots for your seeds and re-planting them the next spring. Carrot seed takes two years to grow and this has been a labor of love. You must try this wonderful carrot and pass it along to your gardener friends!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cool weather crop. Sow Kinko carrot seed in spring and fall 1\/4\" deep. Thin to 3-4\" apart. Keep moist until seeds germinate-- it is easy for carrot seed to dry out when first planted. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e At the end of the first season, select tastiest Kinko carrot roots for seed saving by tasting a small bite from side or tip of root. 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The sturdy, stocky plants kept producing fruits right up until the fall frost. They have a delicious, mild, buttery flavor that is perfect for all your favorite eggplant recipes. The fruits are long, 9-11\". These eggplants performed well in full sun with limited water near Four Corners. You will love them! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start Early Violet Italian Eggplant seeds indoors 4 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant outdoors 2' apart after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed a bit. Keep soil moist during the hottest part of the summer. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemove Early Violet Italian Eggplantt seeds from the tastiest, fully mature fruit. Or use a blender with a very low setting-- place fruits with plenty of water and slowly blend. Strain out seeds. 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Fiaschetto Tomato produces heavy clusters of small, pear-shaped red fruits with dense flesh, few seeds, and a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. A true standout for sauces, canning, roasting, and fresh summer cooking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start Fiaschetto Tomato seeds indoors under grow lights or in a greenhouse 6-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant 2+ weeks after last frost when soil has warmed a bit. Space plants at least 4 feet apart. Support growth with tomato cages, a trellis or wire. Water regularly but avoid overwatering (soil should be moist but not wet). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: When fully ripe, pick your tastiest fruits from the most vigorous plants. Cut open and squeeze Fiaschetto Tomato seeds and juice into a jar. Secure a cloth over the jar so air can enter. Ferment the juice and seeds in the jar for 2-3 days. 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Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 25 Fiaschetto Tomato seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48713299722395,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/Fiaschetto4.jpg?v=1780948001"},{"product_id":"grandma-marys-paste-tomato","title":"Grandma Mary's Paste Tomato","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-page-info__description mb-30 text-center text-md-left overflow-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 80-90 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandma Mary’s Paste Tomato is a productive heirloom bred for rich sauces, canning, and preserving. 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