Seeds of Summer

These can be directly sown into the garden after all danger of frost has passed!

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Watermelon Seeds - Bradford Family

Expected to be back in stock by May Citrullus lanatus In the 1850s, Nathaniel Bradford developed a unique watermelon breed that was known as the sweetest and most flavorful, right...

Basil Seeds - Genovese

Ocimum basilicum This Italian basil is one of the most aromatic of all Basils. Gorgeous, large green leaves on 18-24" plants. A must for any kitchen garden. Direct seed after...

Carrot Seeds - Tendersweet, ORGANIC

Daucus carota HEIRLOOM. A lucky variety to be so well named! One of the sweetest carrots available, with a tender yet crisp texture, and impressive looks too, with 8- to...

Summer Squash Seeds - Black Beauty Zucchini, ORGANIC

Cucurbita pepo   ORGANIC. HEIRLOOM. Bush type plant produces high yields of straight green-nearly-black zucchini. A thin glossy skin gives way to creamy tasty flesh. Harvest when fruit is 6-8".

Carrot Seeds - Rainbow Blend

Daucus carota A kaleidoscope of color for your table! This fun mix of Atomic Red, Cosmic Purple, Lunar White, and Solar Yellow is sure to be noticed, especially by kids....

Slicing Cucumber Seeds - Marketmore 76, ORGANIC

Cucumis sativus One of the best garden and market quality cucumbers available. Sweet flavor and tender texture. Dark-green 8" long fruits with 4-6' vines. Great slicer and salad variety. Resistant...

Summer Squash Seeds - Early Summer Crookneck, ORGANIC

Cucurbita pepo ORGANIC. HEIRLOOM. A popular bright yellow summer squash with a graceful arch in the neck. Harvest when skin is still pale yellow at 6-8" long for best flavor....

Dill Seeds, Bouquet, ORGANIC

Anethum graveolens Dwarf variety only grows 3' high. Very aromatic and produces lots of flavorful leaves and seeds. Great companion to most plants and foods. Easy-to-grow. Direct seed in spring...

Slicing Cucumber Seeds - Muncher

Cucumis sativus A crispy, crunchy cucumber that doesn't get bitter! 6-9 inch long green, smooth and nearly spineless fruits grow on sturdy vines. Use for slicing, snacking, and pickling. Mosaic...

Lettuce Seeds - Parris Island Romaine, Organic

Lactuca sativa ORGANIC. HEIRLOOM. A well-rounded romaine variety from the coast of South Carolina. Very consistent and uniform production for heads or baby leaf. Crunchy and lightly savoyed leaves resist...

Beet Seeds - Detroit Dark Red, ORGANIC

Beta vulgaris ORGANIC. HEIRLOOM. Our most popular beet! A consistent producer for canning, juicing, pickling, or roasting, with uniform, 3-inch burgundy roots and bright green leaves. This old reliable heirloom...

Basil Seeds, Italian Large Leaf

Ocimum basilicum A select strain of extremely large-leafed basil. Plants grow 24-30" tall with leaves as long as 4". Use fresh or dried for flavoring sauces, soups, dressings, and pesto....

Zinnia Seeds - California Giants Mix

Zinnia elegans Grow more zinnia! Huge 5" blooms in an array of colors from pink to red to orange will attract all of the attention in a bouquet. Plants grow...

Beet Seeds - Rainbow Blend

Beta vulgaris This colorful mix of popular beet varieties has the makings of a show-stopping roasted beet salad! Get tones of deep burgundy, golden orange, pure white, and candystripe all...

Borage Seeds

Borago officinalis Piercing blue and purple flowers are edible in salads and make a delicious, soothing tea. Easy-to-grow by direct seed after danger of frost has passed. Full sun. Self-seeding...

Thyme Seeds - English, ORGANIC

Expected to be back in stock by June Thymus vulgaris A garden staple, thyme has too many uses to list! Growing up to 8" tall this variety produces wonderful aromatic...

Summer Squash Seeds - Early Prolific Straight Neck

Cucurbita pepo HEIRLOOM. The most popular of straight neck squashes, this lemon yellow fruit has crisp, firm texture. Best when harvested 5-6" long.

Watermelon Seeds - Sugar Baby, ORGANIC

Citrullus lanatus Rich and incredibly sweet with compact vines. Produces plenty of 6-10 lb fruits packed with red-orange flesh. Thin rind begins striped and turns dark green when ripe.

Pickling Cucumber Seeds - Bushy

Cucumis sativus The perfect pickle plant for smaller spaces. Compact bush plant takes half the space of standard vine types while producing medium green 4-5" crispy fruit. Sow two plantings...

Sweet Corn Seeds - Golden Bantam 12-Row Improved

Zea mays HEIRLOOM. Yellow, sweet, and extremely early open-pollinated corn. Wonderful for the home garden. Can be planted in cooler soils. 5' to 7' stalks producing 6 -7" ears with...

Nasturtium Seeds - Dwarf Jewel Mix

Tropaeolum nanum Beautiful red, yellow and orange edible flowers and leaves with a peppery watercress flavor. Low-growing bushy plants ideal for borders and pots. Very easy-to-grow by direct seed -...

Pickling Cucumber Seeds - Boston

Cucumis sativus HEIRLOOM. Pickle, pickle, pickle! Of course that's not the only way to eat a cucumber, but it's certainly a popular one. These smooth, bright green, 5-6" blunt-ended fruits...

Flower Seed Mix - Hummingbird, Butterfly, Songbird

These flowers grow over 3' and create a meadow effect with nectar-filled flowers. For easy planting, mix seed with a small amount of soil and spread evenly over site. These seeds...

Sage Seeds, Broad Leaf Culinary

Salvia officinalis   Savory culinary variety. Beautiful, silvery green foliage that lends the perfect flavor to so many dishes. Sow in containers and transplant in full sun to partial shade....