{"title":"Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare seeds and seeds you won't find anywhere else (since we bred them ourselves!)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spotty-troutback-lettuce","title":"Spotty Troutback Lettuce","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 40-60\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur all-time favorite lettuce! Adapted to the Colorado Rocky Front Range \u0026amp; Southwestern Colorado for the past decade. Hardy, crispy, and amusingly spotted looseleaf. Selected for drought, heat and cold tolerance. Originally from John Navazio's seed stock. This tried-and-true lettuce can't be beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow outdoors in early spring or late summer\/early fall, or summer in shade, every 3 weeks. Keep evenly moist until germinated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow most vigorous and tastiest plants to bolt \u0026amp; flower. Collect seed when white fluffs form from the flowerheads. 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 400 seeds\/packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso offered in bulk (contact us for quantities larger than what is listed)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":44013078020251,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g (6 packet equivalent)","offer_id":46055643480219,"sku":"","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/SpottyTrout2.jpg?v=1663728290"},{"product_id":"rainbow-corn-landrace","title":"Rainbow Corn Landrace","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGorgeous rainbow native flour\/grinding corn. A landrace of many native corns bred together over 10+ years: Hopi blue, Millenium, Oaxacan green dent, Oaxacan blue, Hopi pink, Navajo Robin's Egg and more. Plant and enjoy harvesting a new rainbow in each ear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis native flour corn is a grinding\/masa corn for making tortillas, tamales, stews and more. Boil with lime for 1-2 hours to nixtamalize and then grind into masa using a food processor, blender or grain mill. Or simply boil whole nixtamalized kernels into hearty stews. Also a beautiful ornamental and ceremonial corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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. 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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. 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Pink, sweet flesh with abundant seeds you can save and plant for generations to come. This is a storage watermelon that will keep into the winter. We kept them in the closet and enjoyed our last one on New Years!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe received these seeds from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/highdesertseed.com\/\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh Desert Seed + Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Montrose, CO. Original seeds sourced from Diné farmers. Also called Navajo Sweet watermelon and Navajo Red Seeded watermelon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Diné Watermelon seeds indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining mounds or rows (3 seeds\/mound with mounds spaced 5 feet apart, or seeds spaced 12\" apart in rows). Do not overwater. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. Fully ripe fruits will thud (echo slightly) when knocked. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. 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They are super prolific producers. Also delicious raw and in tomato sauce.  Great for canning. Needs a cage or support. Start indoors 4-8 weeks before last frost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are grateful to have received these seeds from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/highdesertseed.com\/\" data-mce-style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/highdesertseed.com\/\"\u003eHigh Desert Seed + Gardens.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Glory of Moldova 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 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 Glory of Moldova tomato seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":45408905855131,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/20211017_182402.jpg?v=1663725564"},{"product_id":"rainbow-blue-corn-landrace","title":"Blue Rainbow Corn Landrace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 120-140\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous rainbow blue corn is a landrace flour\/grinding corn stemming from ancestral puebloan ancestry around the southwest as well as other blue corns (Rio Grande and Oaxacan Blue). Rainbow colors (blues, reds, yellows \u0026amp; whites) will appear in future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis native flour corn is a grinding\/masa corn for making tortillas, tamales, stews and more. Boil with lime for 1-2 hours to nixtamalize and then grind into masa using a food processor, blender or grain mill. Or simply boil whole nixtamalized kernels into hearty stews. Also a beautiful ornamental and ceremonial corn. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant Blue 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick corn cobs when fingernail does not dent kernels, as leaves are browning. Shuck (remove leaves) and allow kernels to dry fully on the cob. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 50 Blue Rainbow Corn seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KaG6ebGaxHw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772915126427,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/corngood.jpg?v=1664249889"},{"product_id":"pea-landrace","title":"Pea Landrace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePisum sativum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 70\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Southwest-adapted pea landrace has diverse genetics that increase resilience to grow in a variety of conditions. Eat as young snap peas, harvest pea shoots for salads, and collect dried peas for cooking. These seeds present a rich variety of colors, speckles and tones. A cool weather crop, peas should be planted directly in the ground in early spring or early fall. We received the original seed stock from a variety of sources including Joseph Lofthouse and MASA Seed Foundation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e As soon as ground can be worked in early spring, plant Pea seeds 1\" deep, 3-4\" apart. Provide a trellis or fence to climb. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gather peas (which are the seeds) when pods are dry and crunchy. Store in a cool, dark and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApproximately 30 landrace Pea Seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772915323035,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/abigpeas2.jpg?v=1705290795"},{"product_id":"anuenue-lettuce","title":"Anuenue Lettuce","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 50-60\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnuenue Lettuce is the best heat-tolerant lettuce we've found! Slow-bolting, heading lettuce remains crisp and tender for months. A great choice for extending your lettuce eating days into the mid-summer heat. Try harvesting Anuenue leaves from the crown--leaving the centermost crown growth and big bottom leaves intact--for repeated new growth. Originally bred by the University of Hawaii, Anuenue (pronounced \"a-new-ee-new-ee\") means rainbow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow Anuenue Lettuce seeds outdoors in early spring thru late summer, every 3 weeks. Sprinkle 1\/4\" soil on top, keep evenly moist until germinated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow most vigorous and tastiest plants to bolt \u0026amp; flower. Collect seed when white fluffs form from the flowerheads. 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 400 Anuenue Lettuce seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772915781787,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/anuenue.png?v=1662761007"},{"product_id":"hopi-pale-gray-squash","title":"Hopi Origin Pale Gray Squash","description":"\u003ch4\u003eComes with a\u003cstrong\u003e Squash Growing + Seed Saving Guide! \u003c\/strong\u003eLearn how to proliferate this unique variety to save \u0026amp; share seeds widely.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimit 4 packets per customer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 110\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHopi Pale Gray squash is a delectable, hardy winter squash with a thick, hard shell that keeps longer than ANY other squash we've grown (ours kept for more than a year after harvest and was still delicious!!). A rare variety originally Hopi seed and recently kept in circulation by Seed Treasures in Minnesota, who gave us the seeds for grow-out. Please save your seeds and gift them to other gardeners so we can proliferate this incredible variety. Delectably sweet fruit has a light honey flavor and is perfect for baked squash, soups and pies. Medium to large fruits on big, sprawling vines with giant leaves. Likes organic matter, mulching and deep, infrequent watering. Drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Hopi Pale Gray squash seeds indoors 3 weeks before last frost and transplant after all danger of frost has passed. Or seed outdoors after frost if your growing season is at least 100 days long, when soil has warmed (here in early June). Plant 2-3\" deep in mounds of well-draining soil, with 3 seeds per mound. 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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\"\u003eApproximately 25 Punta Banda Tomato seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772916175003,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/punta_banda2.png?v=1663817736"},{"product_id":"goluboy-les-blue-forest-tomato","title":"Goluboy Les (Blue Forest) Tomato","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 70 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoluboy Les tomato (also known as Blue Forest tomato) first turns blue and then purple in the sun! A delight to watch them change colors as they grow and pick off the green tops to reveal their underlying star patterns. These tomatoes were an all-star winner in this year's tomato trials, producing boatloads of fruits \u0026amp; maintaining awesome vigor all the way until fall frost. Delicious eaten raw or as sauce. Sweet and mild flavor, great for raw tomato salads and salsas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal seeds from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pennandcordsgarden.com\/miss-penns-mountain-seeds.html\" title=\"Miss Penn's Mountain Seeds\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMiss Penn's Mountain Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Blue Forest 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 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 Blue Forest tomato seeds (Goluboy Les seeds) per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772916207771,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/P1019016.png?v=1664250727"},{"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":"kale-landrace","title":"Lofty Kale Landrace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica napus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 60-70\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resilient kale landrace has a wide genetic diversity which allows it to thrive in varying climates, soils \u0026amp; conditions. Cold hardy-- plant in early spring before frost through early summer, and again in late summer to early fall. Keep it in the ground all winter long to enjoy cooking with fresh green leaves. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_aacl _aaco _aacu _aacx _aad7 _aade\"\u003eOriginal seeds sourced from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lofthouse.com\/\" title=\"Joseph Lofthouse\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJoseph Lofthouse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Paradise, UT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant landrace kale seeds in early spring to late summer, 1\/4-1\/2\" deep, 6\" apart. Keep moist until germinated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect kale seed when seed pods are dry and easily crumble in your hand. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 200 Landrace Kale seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772916863131,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/DSC_0473.jpg?v=1705377211"},{"product_id":"cyrils-choice-tomato","title":"Cyril's Choice Tomato","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 70 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePerfect dwarf tomatoes! Their compact size makes them ideal for container gardening or raised beds. Cyril's Choice tomatoes are short season, solid producers. Great for slicing or sauces. We love the SMOOTH texture of their fruits with tangy, citrusy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Cyril's Choice 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 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 Cyril's Choice tomatoes seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42844088696987,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/P1019020.png?v=1664250891"},{"product_id":"red-rainbow-corn-landrace","title":"Red Rainbow Corn Landrace","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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-mid May)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGorgeous rainbow native flour\/grinding corn. A landrace of many native corns bred together over 10+ years: Hopi blue, Millenium, Oaxacan green dent, Oaxacan blue, Hopi pink, Navajo Robin's Egg and more. Plant and enjoy harvesting a new rainbow in each ear! Expect red, blue and some white \u0026amp; yellow kernels in a diverse array of tones and patterns. We love the often deep red-colored corn pollen (see last photo!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake tortillas, tamales, cornbread, stews and more! Boil with lime for 1-2 hours to nixtamalize and then grind into masa using a food processor, blender or grain mill. Or simply boil whole nixtamalized kernels into hearty stews. Also a beautiful ornamental and ceremonial corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick corn cobs when fingernail does not dent kernels, as leaves are browning. Shuck cobs (remove leaves) and allow kernels to dry fully on the cob. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApprox 50 Red Rainbow Corn seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KaG6ebGaxHw\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":48747136778395,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120g (9 packet equivalent)","offer_id":48747136811163,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/P1019087.png?v=1665157143"},{"product_id":"thai-giant-pepper","title":"Thai Giant Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 85 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5-2\" long, 1\/2\" wide VERY HOT beauties! We love that they are twice as large as other thai pepper varieties. Perfect for making spicy hot sauce and drying for chili flakes. Enjoys full sun and hot temps or a greenhouse. Around 50,000 Scoville Units, depending on growing conditions.\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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart indoors under lights 4-6 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, spaced 2' apart. Keep soil slightly moist but do not overwater.\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: Use gloves to avoid burning skin! Remove 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. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 30 seeds\/packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43089556570267,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/thai_giant_peppers.png?v=1671233847"},{"product_id":"hopi-origin-cantaloupe","title":"Hopi Origin Cantaloupe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis melo var. cantalupensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 90\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis diverse landrace cantaloupe seed stock produces hardy and resilient melons. Juicy, sweet and refreshing flavor. Deep ridged exterior and soft, white-green-yellow fleshy interior. Original seed sourced from Hopi farmers. Try this in your dryland garden!\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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Hopi cantaloupe seeds indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining rows with seeds spaced 12\" apart. Do not overwater. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 15 Hopi Origin Cantaloupe seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43089600446619,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/hopi_cantaloupe.png?v=1671235398"},{"product_id":"jeremiah-the-bullfrog-watermelon","title":"Jeremiah the Bullfrog Watermelon","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSold out until winter 2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 60-70 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeremiah the Bullfrog watermelon is the SHORTEST season watermelon we've ever encountered!! Matures in just 2 months from transplant. A true gem and a very rare variety. Beautiful moon and stars pattern exterior and pink interior; some fruits with yellow interior. The rind is very thin and actually edible! The fruits are long-lasting in the field but once picked do not store long. Fruits are sweet and delicious. Help us proliferate this wonderful variety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBred by Gerald Sprouse of Ooltewah, Tennessee in the 1970's. Grown 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. Original seeds obtained from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delectationoftomatoes.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eDelectation of Tomatoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining mounds or rows (3 seeds\/mound with mounds spaced 5 feet apart, or seeds spaced 12\" apart in rows). Do not overwater. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Note: 12 Jeremiah Bullfrog Watermelon seeds per packet due to limited stock\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":43089611882651,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/JeremiahWatermelon.jpg?v=1703875336"},{"product_id":"czech-black-pepper","title":"Czech Black Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 65-80 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solid black pepper that matures to red! Czech Black Pepper fruits are a bit larger than jalapeños, and the heat level is a bit milder at 3000-5000 Scoville units. Allowing peppers to turn fully red increases their heat significantly. Rich roasting pepper flavor. Incredibly productive. Fruits will have enough time to mature outdoors even in shorter, 3-month growing seasons when started indoors.\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 href=\"https:\/\/www.layinggroundwork.org\/\" title=\"Laying Groundwork, Paonia CO\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGroundwork\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.layinggroundwork.org\/\" title=\"Laying Groundwork, Paonia CO\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in Paonia, CO.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Czech Black Pepper seeds indoors under lights 3-6 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, spaced 2' apart. Keep soil slightly moist but do not overwater.\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: Use gloves to avoid burning skin! Remove 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. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 30 Czech Black Pepper seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118677164187,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/czechblack.jpg?v=1703872846"},{"product_id":"evolutionary-wheat-blend","title":"Evolutionary Wheat Blend (Breeding Mix)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTriticum aestivum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 100-120\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA diverse open-pollinated wheat breeding mix. Select which varieties thrive in your climate and soil to re-plant the next season. Drought tolerant, cold tolerant, hardy and easy to grow! Seeds sourced from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rockymountainseeds.org\/\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRocky Mountain Seed Alliance.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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 href=\"https:\/\/www.layinggroundwork.org\/\" title=\"Laying Groundwork, Paonia CO\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" 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\u003eSow outdoors 1\/4\"-1\/2\" deep, 2-4\" apart in early spring through early fall. Wheat planted in early spring (as soon as ground can be worked) is harvested mid-summer; wheat planted in early fall will sprout and go dormant and is harvested the following late spring.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eSelect robust plants, free threshing grains or other desired traits for seed saving. When fully dry, cut seedheads into a bucket. Stomp to dislodge seeds, and blow chaff away with a fan. Store seeds in a cool, dark and dry place. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 200 Evolutionary Wheat Blend seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118677655707,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/20220705_172236.png?v=1672547917"},{"product_id":"za-hara-eggplant","title":"Za Hara Eggplant","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 75 from Transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA very rare, early-maturing eggplant with large purple fruits, Za Hara Eggplant is ripe approximately 75 days from transplant! Fruits can be eaten in myriad ways such as baba ganoush, eggplant parmesan and roasted eggplant. Original seed obtained from Sand Hill Preservation Center passed along to Groundwork in Paonia, CO.  \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\u003e Start Za Hara 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemove Za Hara Eggplant 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. Dry seeds 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\"\u003eApproximately 30 Za Hara Eggplant seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118677852315,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/zaharaeggplant.png?v=1736656473"},{"product_id":"cherokee-cornfield-pole-bean","title":"Cherokee Cornfield Pole Snap Bean","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\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\"\u003eA wide diversity of colors and shading patterns displays Cherokee Cornfield Pole Bean's highly resilient genetics and make this bean especially fun to harvest. Eat young and tender as a snap bean; as a shelling bean like edamame-- boil or steam and then pop the beans out of the pod; or as a dry bean. Drought tolerant, low water needs and landrace. True to their name, we like to run our Cherokee Cornfield Pole Beans up our cornstalks which gives them a natural trellis and fixes needed nitrogen in our cornfield. \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\u003e Sow directly in the ground 2\" deep, 3\" apart in spring after all danger of frost has passed. Keep moist until germinated. Ideally plant 2-4\" away from your corn plants when your corn is at least 1\" tall. Needs a cornstalk, trellis, fence or sunflower stalk to climb. \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 seeds\/packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118677885083,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/20231227_152511.jpg?v=1705298090"},{"product_id":"gourmet-salad-lettuce-mix","title":"Gourmet Salad Lettuce Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 40-60\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGourmet Salad Lettuce Mix is a mixture of our favorite lettuce varieties perfect for gourmet salads. Plant every month and harvest young to cut-and-come-again. Colorado adapted.\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Includes Spotty Troutback, Anuenue, Black Seeded Simpson, Red Eared Butterheart and Merlot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow Gourmet Salad Lettuce Mix seeds outdoors in early spring thru late summer, every 3 weeks. Sprinkle 1\/4\" soil on top, keep evenly moist until germinated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow most vigorous and tastiest plants to bolt \u0026amp; flower. Collect seed when white fluffs form from the flowerheads. 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 400 lettuce seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118678212763,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/DSC_0120.jpg?v=1705376681"},{"product_id":"multicolor-landrace-tepary-bean","title":"Tepary Bean, Multicolor Landrace","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e~ Check back Fall-Winter 2026 for our new batch! ~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePhaseolus acutifolius\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 75-85\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTepary beans are one of our all-time favorite seeds!\u003cspan class=\"_aacl _aaco _aacu _aacx _aad7 _aade\"\u003e Tepary beans are incredibly drought tolerant, having been selected from beans surviving in the desert with only monsoon rains. Their leaves are more pointy than other beans, and the seeds are flatter and wrinklier. This landrace seed includes a wide color diversity--yellow, brown, pink, black, white and speckled beans. Highly recommended for any southwestern gardener, especially in low water areas. Very easy to grow. They shatter when fully ripe so checking regularly for maturity and using a tarp are helpful. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_aacl _aaco _aacu _aacx _aad7 _aade\"\u003eTepary beans can be eaten green when young and tender, or cooked when dry. The flavor of the cooked dry beans is earthy, mild and slightly nutty, and pairs incredibly with spices like chile, cumin and coriander. Great for soups. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_aacl _aaco _aacu _aacx _aad7 _aade\"\u003eOriginal seeds sourced from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lofthouse.com\/\" title=\"Joseph Lofthouse\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJoseph Lofthouse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Paradise, UT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow Tepary bean seeds directly in the ground 1\" deep, 3\" apart in spring after all danger of frost has passed. Keep moist until germinated. Highly drought tolerant, do not overwater.\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 Tepary bean pods to fully dry on the vine. Place a tarp under row and pull entire plant. 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 Tepary Bean seeds per packet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118678409371,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/tepary1.png?v=1672548005"},{"product_id":"hopi-mixta-winter-squash","title":"Hopi Origin Cushaw Winter Squash","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCucurbita argyrosperma (previously Cucurbita mixta)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 95-105\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStriking patterns of yellow \u0026amp; green stripes decorate the beautiful Hopi Cushaw squash. Mild flavored, light colored flesh great for stews, soups and moist baked goods. Thin skinned-- only stores a few months into winter. Our goats love this squash! Great for seed savers wanting to bulk up their squash harvest without crossing with pepos, maximas and moschatas. Original Hopi Cushaw squash seeds from Hopi via Joseph Lofthouse. \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 Hopi Cushaw squash seeds indoors 3 weeks before last frost and transplant after all danger of frost has passed. Or seed outdoors after frost if your growing season is at least 100 days long. Plant 2-3\" deep in mounds of well-draining soil. Mounds should be at least 5 feet apart. \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: Select as many of your tastiest, fully mature fruits as possible for seed saving. Cut open squash and lay seeds out to dry on a screen or cloth. You may rinse them in a strainer if needed. 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\"\u003eApproximately 12 Hopi Origin Cushaw squash seeds per packet\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118678474907,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/P1019374.png?v=1703875621"},{"product_id":"cucuzzi-edible-gourd","title":"Cucuzzi Edible Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLagenaria siceraria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 60-80 to edible fruits; 100 to 3-5 foot long hard-shelled gourds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's super fun to see how these Cucuzzi edible gourds develop! They form big curly gourds when grown on the ground-- or hang them from a trellis or fence if you want them to grow straight. Fruits are eaten when young, green and tender. Fully mature gourds are 3-5 feet long. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant Cucuzzi Edible Gourd seeds directly in the ground 1-3\" deep after soil has warmed post-frost, in well-draining mounds. Or start indoors 3-4 weeks before last spring frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow fully mature gourds to grow as large as possible and harvest before fall frost. Allow to cure in a warm place for 1-3 weeks before cutting open. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store in a cool, dark and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimited Stock: Approx 15 Cucuzzi Edible Gourd seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43118678507675,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/products\/cucuzzi2.png?v=1737587421"},{"product_id":"ayerwaddy-delta-squash","title":"Ayeyarwady Delta Maxima Squash","description":"\u003ch4\u003eComes with a\u003cstrong\u003e Squash Growing + Seed Saving Guide! \u003c\/strong\u003eLearn how to proliferate this unique variety to save \u0026amp; share seeds widely.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimit 2 packets per order.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 100\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmong the best tasting squash we've ever enjoyed! From the Ayeyarwady Delta in Myanmar (previously Burma), but enjoys our climate and soils. Deep orange flesh with earthy, nutty and sweet flavor. Perfect for stuffed squash, pies, baked goods and soups. A fantastic new squash to try. A minimal percentage may be crossed with Blue Hubbard, a giant \u0026amp; tasty maxima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe received these seeds from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/highdesertseed.com\/\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh Desert Seed + Gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Montrose, CO, who received them from Anpetu Oihankesni, a renowned Colorado seed keeper, who gathered them in Myanmar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eSow directly in the ground after all danger of frost has passed \u0026amp; soil has warmed a bit. Plant 2-3\" deep in mounds of well-draining soil. Mounds should be at least 5 feet apart. Vines are large and sprawling. \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: Select as many of your tastiest, fully mature fruits as possible for seed saving. Cut open squash and lay seeds out to dry on a screen or cloth. You may rinse them in a strainer if needed. 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We selected these peas for their heat tolerance-- they survived the entire summer, through over 100 degree heat, and even produced more peas after re-flowering in the fall!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEat as young snap peas, harvest pea shoots for salads, and collect dried peas for cooking. These smooth, small pea seeds present a rich variety of colors. A cool weather crop, peas should be planted directly in the ground in early spring or early fall. We received the original seed stock from a variety of sources including Joseph Lofthouse and MASA Seed Foundation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e As soon as ground can be worked in early spring, plant Pea seeds 1\" deep, 3-4\" apart. Provide a trellis or fence to climb. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gather peas (which are the seeds) when pods are dry and crunchy. Store in a cool, dark and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApproximately 30 Heat Tolerant Pea Seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43559034126491,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/heat_tolerant_pea_landrace_2026.jpg?v=1783199097"},{"product_id":"cold-set-tomato","title":"Cold Set 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 68 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre you a mountain or short-season gardener? Cold Set tomato is a determinate from Ontario adapted to cold weather and a short growing window. You can actually plant the seeds in cold, 50 degree soil!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbundant fruits are shiny, bright red and round, weighing in at 4-6oz for a great medium-sized treat. The flesh is dense and makes good sauce.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOriginal seeds from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pennandcordsgarden.com\/miss-penns-mountain-seeds.html\" title=\"Miss Penn's Mountain Seeds\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMiss Penn's Mountain Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e who sourced them from Gurney's in 1989. Grown 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBe sure to check out all of our short-season (less than 90 day) tomato varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoluboy Les (Blue Forest)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacevine Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSan Marzano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMt Roma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSungold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCyril's Choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGold Nugget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlaska\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMountain Girl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarket Miracle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMoscow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRussian Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGold Rush Currant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoyote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start Cold Set Tomato seeds indoors under grow lights or in a greenhouse 6-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors around the last frost. Or be brave and try direct seeding some outside, since they tolerate cold soil! Space plants at least 4 feet apart. 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\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: When fully ripe, pick your tastiest fruits from the most vigorous plants. Cut open and squeeze Cold Set 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. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 25 Cold Set Tomato seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":45408864108699,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/ScreenShot2024-01-15at12.19.39PM.jpg?v=1705346559"},{"product_id":"mt-roma-tomato","title":"Mt. Roma 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 75 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre you a mountain or short-season gardener? These exciting Mountain Roma (Mt Roma) tomatoes are uniquely adapted to your colder climate! They will delight you with their classic pointed Roma shape, and texture perfect for tomato paste and stuffing. They are also disease resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMountain Roma was originally bred in Montana from the early Heinz tomato varieties. Grown 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBe sure to check out all of our short-season (less than 90 day) tomato varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoluboy Les (Blue Forest)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeacevine Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSan Marzano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMt Roma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSungold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCyril's Choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGold Nugget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlaska\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMountain Girl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarket Miracle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMoscow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRussian Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGold Rush Currant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoyote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start Mt Roma 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: When fully ripe, pick your tastiest fruits from the most vigorous plants. Cut open and squeeze Mt Roma 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. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 25 Mountain Roma 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":43927339597979,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/Mt.RomaTomato3.jpg?v=1703877075"},{"product_id":"hopi-origin-rattle-gourd","title":"Hopi Origin Rattle Gourd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLagenaria siceraria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 120 (start indoors for a head start)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet them climb a trellis or fence so they hang straight down for symmetrical fruits. Our fully mature rattle gourds were 5-7\" long. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant Rattle Gourd seeds directly in the ground 1-3\" deep after soil has warmed post-frost, in well-draining mounds. Gourds enjoy full sun. Or start indoors 3-4 weeks before last spring frost. Be sure to disrupt roots only minimally when transplanting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow fully mature rattle gourds to grow as large as possible and harvest before fall frost. Allow to cure in a warm place for a month before cutting open. Cut cleanly with a saw for use as a rattle, and shake seeds out. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store in a cool, dark and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 20 Hopi Origin Rattle Gourd seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43927341170843,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/ahopirattlegoud_1.jpg?v=1705297100"},{"product_id":"pueblo-watermelon-mix","title":"Pueblo Watermelon Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 100 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePueblo Watermelon Mix produces diverse shapes, striping patterns and sizes of delicious, sweet, refreshing watermelons. Pink, sweet flesh with abundant seeds you can save and plant for generations to come. Drought tolerant, desert-adapted watermelons only need minimal water! Original seeds sourced from Native Seeds\/SEARCH and a few different batches from Hopiland. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Pueblo Watermelon seeds indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining mounds or rows (3 seeds\/mound with mounds spaced 5 feet apart, or seeds spaced 12\" apart in rows). Do not overwater. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. Fully ripe fruits will thud (echo slightly) when knocked. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 15 Pueblo Watermelon Mix seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43927342121115,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/20240910_114015.jpg?v=1736135460"},{"product_id":"rainbow-corn-spotted-dragon-select","title":"Rainbow Corn: Spotted Dragon Selection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120-140 (plant in late April- mid May)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis corn is a selection from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vibrantearthseeds.com\/products\/rainbow-corn-landrace?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=cd356d8b4\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eRainbow Corn Landrace\u003c\/a\u003e. We selected for speckled kernels and tie-dye kernels with multiple colors in each kernel! It will keep you up late at night learning the mysteries of the universe from the corn mother.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous rainbow blue corn is a landrace flour\/grinding corn stemming from ancestral puebloan ancestry around the southwest as well as other blue corns (Rio Grande and Oaxacan Blue). Rainbow colors (blues, reds, yellows \u0026amp; whites) will appear in future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis native flour corn is a grinding\/masa corn for making tortillas, tamales, stews and more. Boil with lime for 1-2 hours to nixtamalize and then grind into masa using a food processor, blender or grain mill. Or simply boil whole nixtamalized kernels into hearty stews. Also a beautiful ornamental and ceremonial corn. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant Rainbow 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick corn cobs when fingernail does not dent kernels, as leaves are browning. Shuck (remove leaves) and allow kernels to dry fully on the cob. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 50 Rainbow Corn seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KaG6ebGaxHw\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43927347691675,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/cornnn1.jpg?v=1705299504"},{"product_id":"oka-melon","title":"Oka Melon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e~ Check back fall 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis melo\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 75 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOka melon is a delicious, prolific, short-season melon. Light green, ridged skin with bright orange interior flesh. The taste is sweet, fruity, aromatic and melt-in-your-mouth good! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established cross between Banana melon and Montreal Market melon, bred by Father Athanase of the Trappist Monastery at Oka, Montréal Quebec in 1912. Oka melon seeds obtained from \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seedtreasures.com\/\" title=\"seed treasures\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Treasures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Minnesota. Grown 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Oka melon seeds indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining rows with seeds spaced 12\" apart. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 20 Oka Melon seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43927353655451,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/OkaMelon7.jpg?v=1703874596"},{"product_id":"onion-landrace","title":"Lofty Onion Landrace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Check back Summer 2027*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 100-120 for fully mature bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis onion is a reliable, \"sure thing\" in your Colorado or Southwestern garden. The diversity of genetics in this seed stock \u0026amp; expert selection makes them resilient to a variety of climatic and soil conditions. Bulbs do not easily rot, staying firm in the ground throughout the whole season so you can pace your harvest. These onions also thrived and produced a high yield despite minimal weeding-- a marvelous feat for onions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal landrace seed stock obtained from\u003cspan class=\"_aacl _aaco _aacu _aacx _aad7 _aade\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lofthouse.com\/\" title=\"Joseph Lofthouse\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJoseph Lofthouse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Paradise, UT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e In spring \u0026amp; fall, sow onion seeds outdoors 1\/4\" deep, 2-4\" apart and keep moist until germinated. Thin to 8-12\" apart. Or start indoors in later winter and transplant outside in spring. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eChoose plants to allow to flower \u0026amp; seed. Beautiful white umbel seedheads will form. Collect black onion seeds when fully dry and they easily fall into your hand. Store in a cool, dark and dry location in a paper or mesh bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 100 Onion Landrace seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":45408970145947,"sku":"","price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/20230614_185257.jpg?v=1705295652"},{"product_id":"hopi-titus-cantaloupe","title":"Hopi Origin Titus Cantaloupe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis melo var. cantalupensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 80-90\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe received the original seed stock from Grandfather Titus' farm, renowned traditional Hopi farmer. We love how drought tolerant and easy to grow these melons are in our Southwestern garden; and how they produce abundant, perfectly sized fruits for snacking in the summer heat. Fruits are dripping and sweet but not overly sweet so we can eat a whole melon and not feel overly \"sugared\"! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Hopi cantaloupe seeds indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining rows with seeds spaced 12\" apart. Do not overwater. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 15 Hopi Origin Titus Cantaloupe seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43972870471835,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/atitusmelons.jpg?v=1738707225"},{"product_id":"paper-lantern-pepper","title":"Hot Paper Lantern Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 90-100 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a habañero-type pepper with a shorter growing season? Look no further! Hot Paper Lantern Pepper packs some serious heat at 200,000-350,000 Scovilles, or 19-160 times hotter than a jalapeño!! That is even hotter than a typical habañero. In addition, Hot Paper Lantern Peppers can mature fully in northern climates, with a shorter growing season. Fruits are up to 4\" long and wrinkled in beautiful red \u0026amp; orange tones. Compact plants are a good choice for container gardens or greenhouses. Delicious Caribbean-sweet taste perfect for kickin' hot sauces, super-hot salsas and chili powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBred by \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJanika Eckert in the USA. \u003c\/span\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Hot Paper Lantern Pepper seeds indoors under lights 3-6 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, spaced 2' apart. Keep soil slightly moist but do not overwater. May also be planted in a greenhouse.\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: Use gloves to avoid burning skin! Remove Hot Paper Lantern Pepper 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. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 30 Hot Paper Lantern Pepper seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43991728095387,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/HotPaperLanternPepper4.jpg?v=1705261154"},{"product_id":"aji-marchant-pepper","title":"Aji Marchant Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapsicum baccatum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 65-80 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare hot pepper variety, Aji Marchant is adapted to short seasons! Just look at these gorgeous peppers--we love the rainbow of yellow-orange-red hues on these waxy, 3\" long fruits. They are medium-hot, around 40,000 Scoville units. Pickling, frying and pepper flakes are typical uses of Aji Marchant. These are a different species (\u003cem\u003ebaccatum\u003c\/em\u003e) than most peppers (\u003cem\u003eannuum\u003c\/em\u003e), so you can grow them alongside other peppers and save their seeds without worry of crossing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChilean immigrants supposedly brought these peppers to California during the 1849 gold rush. They were then adopted as a famous Italian wax pepper variety in the early \u0026amp; mid-1900s. Now grown only rarely on certain California farms, we want to spread the joy of these beautiful, short-season, multi-purpose peppers!\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 href=\"https:\/\/www.layinggroundwork.org\/\" title=\"Laying Groundwork, Paonia CO\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGroundwork\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.layinggroundwork.org\/\" title=\"Laying Groundwork, Paonia CO\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in Paonia, CO.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Aji Marchant Pepper seeds indoors under lights 3-6 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, spaced 2' apart. Keep soil slightly moist but do not overwater.\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: Use gloves to avoid burning skin! Remove Aji Marchant 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. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 30 Aji Marchant Pepper seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43991728423067,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/AjiMarchantPepper.jpg?v=1705287170"},{"product_id":"huatl-amaranth","title":"Huatl Amaranth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmaranthus cruentus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 30 (edible leaves), 50 (flower), 100 (seed)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vigorous amaranth sprang up in the germination test, with 100% of seeds sprouting in just 2 days! A tall variety that can grow to 9 feet in optimal conditions. Dryland adapted. Enjoy the grain as a cereal or porridge, or try making \u003cem\u003ealegria\u003c\/em\u003e, the traditional Mexican popped amaranth and honey candy that is SO delicious!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal seeds sourced from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nativeseeds.org\/\" title=\"native seeds search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nativeseeds.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eNative Seeds\/SEARCH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, who found them in a Nahua market in Tuleyhualco outside Mexico City. Grown 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant Huatl Amaranth seeds directly in ground after last frost. Keep moist until germinated. Thin to 2 feet apart. Highly drought tolerant. In many warmer climates, amaranth will return year after year so plant where you don't mind it returning! \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e When seed is mature it will easily fall into a bucket when stems are shaken. Clip entire seedhead into bucket and stomp to dislodge seed, or shake while still on plant. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApprox 250 Huatl Amaranth seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43991728816283,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/IMG_2399_1.jpg?v=1705346073"},{"product_id":"tasty-cushaw-winter-squash","title":"Papalote Ranch Cushaw Squash","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCucurbita argyrosperma (previously Cucurbita mixta)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 140+ (long season)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGet ready for a TASTY cushaw!! Unlike most cushaw (\u003cem\u003emixta or argyrosperma species\u003c\/em\u003e) squashes that are mild and lack flavor, Papalote Ranch Cushaw is delectable and super sweet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuper thick skin makes it a good keeper. Flesh gets super soft and sweet with cooking. Prolific vines with abundant fruits. Cushaws are great for seed savers wanting to bulk up their squash harvest without crossing with \u003cem\u003epepos, maximas\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003emoschatas\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are thrilled to discover this squash originally from Mexico, grown out at Papalote Ranch in Arizona and passed to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nativeseeds.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eNative Seeds\/SEARCH \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ein Arizona. Grown 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart Papalote Ranch Cushaw Squash seeds indoors 3 weeks before last frost and transplant after all danger of frost has passed. Or seed outdoors after frost if your growing season is at least 5 months long. Plant 2-3\" deep in mounds of well-draining soil. Mounds should be at least 5 feet apart. \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: Select as many of your tastiest, fully mature fruits as possible for seed saving. Cut open squash and lay seeds out to dry on a screen or cloth. You may rinse them in a strainer if needed. 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\"\u003eApproximately 12 Papalote Ranch Cushaw Squash seeds per packet\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43991730225307,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/MixtaSquash-Needtofindthepacketforvariety.jpg?v=1705259174"},{"product_id":"german-lutz-beets","title":"German Lutz Beets (Winterkeeper Beets)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 65-75\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are pleased to offer this exceptional variety of beet seed. Also known as Lutz Green Leaf Beets or Winterkeeper Beets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a superb winter keeping variety that does NOT get woody (pithy) as it grows up to 6\" in diameter! A great multipurpose beet that can be eaten raw, cooked, pickled or roasted. This variety is well known for its sweet flavor AND for its superior tasting greens! Try the beet greens sauteéd with butter and garlic. Crimson-colored roots have a beautiful ring pattern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in Paonia, CO. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant beet seeds 1\/2\"-1\" deep, 6-12\" apart in spring. One seed produces multiple plants so thin as desired. Cold tolerant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeets are a biennial which produces seed the 2nd season. Allow stalks to bolt and go to seed in spring. Collect seeds when fully brown, dry and crumbling. Store Beet seeds in a cool, dark and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 30 German Lutz Beet Seeds per packet (each seed grows multiple plants)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44310820978843,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/PXL_20240306_171208804_1.jpg?v=1710823812"},{"product_id":"early-california-wonder-bell-pepper","title":"California Wonder Bell Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 65-70 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eAn early-adapted selection of red California Wonder Bell Pepper, the all-time most popular open-pollinated bell pepper. These seeds yield fruits slightly earlier and are accustomed to a cooler \u0026amp; harsher growing season compared to the typical California Wonder. The largest heirloom bell pepper available! This pepper is your perfect wide pepper for stuffing. Also fantastic sliced raw over salads, sauteéd, and used in any recipe you would use a store-bought bell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eKnown for its disease resistance, especially to the Tobacco Mosaic Virus, this variety offers a reliable option for gardeners seeking a flavorful, blocky pepper with a firm, meaty texture. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eGreat for container gardens, raised beds, greenhouse growing and in-ground growing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart California Wonder pepper seeds indoors under lights 3-6 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, spaced 2' apart. Keep soil slightly moist but do not overwater.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Remove California Wonder pepper 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. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eApprox 30 California Wonder Bell Pepper seeds per packet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45921965375643,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/Untitleddesign_61.png?v=1735359437"},{"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. Video contains further guidance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick corn cobs when fingernail does not dent kernels, as leaves are browning. Shuck cobs (remove leaves) and allow kernels to dry fully on the cob. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eApprox 50 Slime-Selected Rainbow Corn seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimit 2 packets per person\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KaG6ebGaxHw\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":45924128391323,"sku":"","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/20240812_143356.jpg?v=1735664974"},{"product_id":"cap-455-pepper","title":"CAP 455 Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapsicum baccatum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 80 from transplant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare baccatum SWEET pepper, CAP 455 is the only heatless baccatum we know of! A beautiful fruity flavor. Thick walled fruits are so tasty. They like some support like a cage or trellis, as the plants can grow 3-4 feet high and fruits will weigh down the plant. Give this one a try as a more prolific alternative to capsicum annuum bell peppers! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart CAP 455 Pepper seeds indoors under lights 3-6 weeks before last spring frost. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, spaced 2' apart. Keep soil slightly moist but do not overwater.\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: Remove CAP 455 Pepper 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. Dry seeds on a screen or cloth. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApproximately 20 CAP 455 Pepper seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45960578662555,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/CAP455pepper.jpg?v=1736658844"},{"product_id":"long-asian-eggplant","title":"Long Asian Eggplant","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e80 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese long 6-8\" purple fruits just kept on producing all season long! Fruits have wonderful mild flavor. These eggplants performed well in full sun with limited water near Four Corners. Fruits can be eaten in myriad ways such as baba ganoush, eggplant parmesan and roasted eggplant. We do not know the specific origins of this eggplant-- we obtained the seed from a parish in Shiprock, NM where they have been grown every year for years. Strong, stocky plants grew a couple feet tall. Highly recommended as a reliable Southwestern kitchen staple!\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\u003e Start Long Asian 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemove Long Asian Eggplant 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. Dry seeds 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\"\u003eApproximately 30 Long Asian Eggplant seeds per packet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45963965923483,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2349\/5067\/files\/longasianeggplant1.jpg?v=1736735582"},{"product_id":"mountain-black-tomato","title":"Mountain Black Cherry 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 75 from transplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese rare tomatoes are the MOST delicious cherry tomato we've ever tasted!! The flavor is unique: sweet, tangy and rich all at once. Our taste buds were dancing! About 1\" diameter, their size is similar to their Black Cherry cousins. Their taste is similar also but BETTER (we think!). These sprawling plants enjoy a trellis to climb and full sun. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start Mountain Black 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: When fully ripe, pick your tastiest fruits from the most vigorous plants. Cut open and squeeze Mountain Black 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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We wanted the low-water and desert-adapted traits of Titus with the added sweetness of Green Nutmeg. This is not a stabilized cross so there will be variability in size, taste, texture and so on-- save seeds from your favorites to plant next year, and take part in the evolution of your local ecosystem. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eStart cantaloupe seeds indoors 3-5 weeks before last spring frost and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Or sow directly in the ground in well-draining rows with seeds spaced 12\" apart. Do not overwater. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\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: Choose fully ripe, tasty fruits for seed saving. 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We were so impressed by their productivity and flavor. 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. 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Cold hardy-- plant in early spring before frost through early summer, and again in late summer to early fall. Keep it in the ground all winter long to enjoy cooking with fresh green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant kale seeds in early spring to late summer, 1\/4-1\/2\" deep, 6\" apart. Keep moist until germinated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Saving Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect kale seed when seed pods are dry and easily crumble in your hand. 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