We offer over 1350 heirloom varieties, www.rareseeds.com. We only sell open-pollinated seeds: pure, natural & non-GMO! Started in 1998 by Jere Gettle, as a means to preserve heirloom seeds. We are located in Mansfield, Mo. and now in Petaluma, Ca.

We offer over 1350 heirloom varieties, www.rareseeds.com. We only sell open-pollinated seeds: pure, natural & non-GMO! Started in 1998 by Jere Gettle, as a means to preserve heirloom seeds. We are located in Mansfield, Mo. and now in Petaluma, Ca.

Growing heirloom seeds is sort of like a step back in time. These seeds are passed down from one generation to the next and grow true to the parent.

Traditional Italian heirloom with great flavor. This distinctive zucchini is medium gray-green, with pale green flecks and prominent ribs. Big, large-leafed, semi-vining plants with only about half the yield of hybrids, but much better flavor; clearly better textured, nutty, and delicious, raw or cooked. Also a good producer of heavy male blossoms for cooking. Edible Flowers: Blossoms bear a mild, squash-like flavor and are great stuffed and fried, or sliced for used in soups, omelets, salads, and pasta dishes. Specs: Packet: 25 seeds Avg. 2,700 seeds/lb Read More

Fantastic color and texture for fresh bouquets or large containers. When dried, the blooms turn from green to a light tan color that works well in fall arrangements. Common names include amaranth and tassel flower.

Grow Heirloom Herbs - Plant Valerian SeedsWith its attractive fern-like foliage and sweetly scented pink summertime blooms, Valerian has been cultivated and used for generations for a variety of purposes. Obviously ornamental, extracts from the bloom were once used as perfume and oil derived from the root has long been used as a medicinal treatment of insomnia, migraine and anxiety.

Darkest red amaranth. Ideal color and form for late summer and fall arrangements. More useful than other upright types because of its gracefully arched, feathery plumes. Compared to Opopeo, Red Spike's flower heads are darker red, more arched and airier. When plants are young and leaves are tender, the foliage makes a nice edible green. Also known simply as amaranth. The average height is about 48 to 60 inches. Blooms in about 65 to 75 days. Germination rate about 70% or better. Our Non-GMO seeds are sustainable. Our packaging is environmentally friendly, climate friendly, reusable, and recyclable. Order today!David’s Garden Seeds is a Veteran owned business that has been offering quality seeds since 2009.David's Garden Seeds® is a member of the GO TEXAN agriculture program.We cannot possibly put all the directions you need for growing flowers in your area on the seed package. We recommend that you read articles or check with other gardeners in your area.This is an heirloom seed, meaning it has been passed down from generation to generation for at least 75 years. As a rule, heirloom seeds taste better and will grow the same year after year.These are also open pollinated meaning they will reproduce themselves. While all heirlooms are open pollinated not all open pollinated seeds are heirlooms.Companion planting is planting seed varieties near each other to benefit one or more of the plants. Some plants benefit each other by attracting beneficial insects, keeping away unwanted bugs. Others aid in pollination. Some plants have working relationships with each other and others have antagonistic (hostile) relationships. Freshly Packed: These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.

Pink and white Italian heirloom. Round, 4-6" long by 5-7" diameter fruit streaked with white and violet. Plump and variably ribbed. Mild, creamy taste. This traditional Italian variety is best adapted to regions with warm nights. Expect low yields in cool areas. Green calyx. USDA Certified Organic. Specs: Packet: 25 seeds Avg. 7,100 seeds/oz Read More

(Zea mays)Truly a rainbow mix of colors found on each ear of corn! Most use this Rainbow Mix Corn for decorative purposes, but young ears can definitely be roasted or boiled for dinner. Add to soups or salads for a fun pop of color and flavor.

A natural cross between Tom Wagner’s Green Zebra and an unknown parent. Discovered by Jeff Dawson in his California fields and listed in the 2003 SSE Yearbook. Gorgeous 2½" round fruits are blood-red overlaid with jagged carrot-orange stripes. Top quality uniform strain, very productive. Slightly tart flavor. Indeterminate, 75-80 days from transplant. ±9,400 seeds/oz.

NON GMO, HEIRLOOM, GROWN IN MY SEED GARDEN, HARVESTED AND PACKAGED BY HAND IN RESEALABLE AIR TIGHT BAGS (EACH BAG IS INDIVIDUALLY LABELED).ALL SEED LOTS ARE TESTED FOR GERMINATION. THE LISTING PICTURE IS FROM MY SEED GARDENDelicious. No garden is complete without Corn. Butter and Sugar Bi-color Corn is a wonderful heirloom variety with good old-fashioned taste. Ultimate in flavor, texture and quality. Produces 1 or 2 ears, 7-1/2 inches long with 12 to 14 rows of bicolored kernels. Maintains quality and texture for several days.This delicious bi-color sweet corn is regarded as the "King of All Bi-Color Sweet Corn Varieties" , has been popular for over 100 years. Seeds can be sown directly into garden when soil is warm.Zones 3-10 All seeds are packaged and for the current growing season.

The famous, mild yellow variety from Walla Walla, WA. Juicy, sweet, regional favorite. In the Northwest, which has normal low winter temperatures above -10°F (-23°C), seed is sown in late August, and a crop of very large, flattened, ultra-mild onions is harvested early the next summer. SPRING PLANTING: Walla Walla may be spring planted using seeds or plants in colder regions where winter survival is hit or miss. It is not as big or sweet as the wintered-over crop, but still milder and juicier than others from spring planting. Nice as a "green top" onion. Not for storage. Adaptation: 35–55° latitude. Also offered organic, and as plants. Specs: Packet: 250 seeds Avg. 104,500 seeds/lb Read More

2024 orders are closed. We will take orders for 2025 shipping in May. This item is a pre-order and is not expected to ship until Late March - Early April. Other seeds, supplies, or kits ordered with this product will ship separately. This product only ships to the lower 48 states. No shipping outside the USA. 100-135 Days to maturity. Solanum tuberosum 'Katahdin'. Katahdin Seed Potatoes. Non-GMO, cool-season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, seed potatoes. Katahdin potatoes are round with shallow eyes and white flesh. Many consider this a gourmet potato for its classic and rich flavor profile. Resistant to mild mosaic, net necrosis, and brown rot. ~5-8 sets/lb when cut. How to Grow Potatoes Guide 🥔 Latin Name: Solanum tuberosum 'Katahdin' Hardiness Zone: Annual in zones 3-9 Days to Maturity: 100-135 Days to Germination: 10-21 Seeding Depth: 3-4 inches, hill up with continued growth Plant Spacing: 12-15 inches Row Spacing: 30-36 inches Plant Height: 20 inches Plant Width: 18-24 inches Plant Spread: 18-24 inches Growth Habit: Upright bushy vine Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile soil. A loose sandy loam is best to support tuber development. Avoid heavy clay soils as this will prove a challenge for the expanding tubers. Neutral to acidic pH of 5.8-6.5 is recommended. Temperature Preference: 60-70 F Light Preference: Full Sun Pests and Diseases: Potato plants tend to be a favorite of pests, including aphids, slugs, and leafhoppers. This variety is susceptible to scab and resistant to mild mosaic, net necrosis, and brown rot. Katahdin Seed Potatoes Color: Tan-skinned tubers with white flesh and green leaves. Katahdin Seed Potatoes Flavor: Subtle earthy nutty flavor. Seasonality: Late Crop - Tend to be larger, have thicker skin, and are great for storage. Growing Non-GMO Katahdin Seed Potatoes As soon as you receive your seed potatoes encourage them to sprout (called ‘chitting’) by placing them in an open egg carton in a warm, sunny place. Face the blunt end down and angle the side with the most eyes upward. The shoots should be about 1-inch long before planting. Bury seed potatoes in loose, neutral to acidic soil in early spring. They can handle moderately cold temperatures and light frosts, but be sure to protect them from a hard frost. Katahdin potatoes are grown like other potato varieties. Tubers should be buried at least six inches deep and 12-15 inches apart. Not planting seed potatoes deep enough can result in high-set tubers being exposed to sunlight and becoming green. When the plants reach about 12 inches high, earth up the soil around them periodically to prevent the tubers from poking out as they grow. Repeat until the mounds are about 8 inches high. Mounding up the earth above some of leaves will not hurt the plant. Fertilize with nitrogen at the time of planting and once again when the seedlings have emerged. Water regularly throughout the early and mid-season. In some regions, rainfall may be sufficient. Once the vines begin to naturally die off (about 70 days), decrease watering. This is a signal that the potatoes are getting ready to be harvested. If your fall frost is coming and the green bush is not turning brown yet, kill them by cutting the stem down. The potatoes need 2-3 weeks in the soil after the vine dies off to develop a good skin for storage. Do not plant potatoes in the same location more than every 3-4 years. Practicing crop rotation will reduce the incidence of disease and soil depletion. Katahdin Seed Potatoes in the Vegetable Garden Potato plants are a staple for every homesteader or home gardener wishing to store away food for the winter. These beautiful bushy plants produce plentiful tubers beneath the soil. When they are ready to harvest, it is like digging up buried treasure! Potatoes are great for filling in greenery to highlight other colorful plants in an edible landscape. Harvesting Name of Katahdin Seed Potatoes Once the potatoes have been left to cure in the soil for 2-3 weeks after the bush turns brown, carefully dig up the tubers. Use a shovel or turning fork 1-2 feet away from the base of the plant to loosen the soil. Remove the tubers from the soil. Hand removal is the best for avoiding punctures. Store in a cool place (45F) with high humidity (90-95%) for extended storage life. They can last five months or more in good conditions. About Name of Katahdin Seed Potatoes Katahdin potatoes have a fluffy and smooth texture making them wonderful for french fries, baking, and boiling, but will likely loose shape easily in potato salads. This variety was created by the USDA by crossing multiple other varieties of potatoes. It was released for sale in 1932 and remains a market favorite. Katahdin potatoes are considered a late-season potato and require a longer growing season. Potatoes are high in vitamin A. Their skins can be great sources of fiber. Tips From Our Gardeners "Do not eat any tubers that have turned green due to sun exposure! As part of the Solanaceae family, the green parts of the plant are toxic." - Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer Katahdin Seed Potatoes Seeds Per Package: 2 Lb - Wholesale - Approximately 10-15 Sets (when cut) 5 Lb - Wholesale - Approximately 30-35 Sets (when cut) 10 Lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 50-75 Sets (when cut) Non-GMO Katahdin Seed Potatoes are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.

DETERMINATE (Bush): Varieties do not need pruning and may be grown with or without support; fruit ripens within a concentrated time period. INDETERMINATE (Climbing): Varieties should be staked, trellised, or caged, and pruned for best results; fruit ripens over an extended period. CULTURE: Medium-rich soil with pH 6.0–6.8 preferred. Fertilize accurately since excess nitrogen causes rampant growth, rot, and delayed ripening. For short determinates, succession-plant every 4–6 weeks. Tomatoes typically germinate in 5–7 days. TRANSPLANTING: Don't start too early—leggy, root-bound, or flowering transplants can cause stunting and reduce early production. About 5–6 weeks before transplanting, sow 1/4" deep in 20-row flats with 20 seeds/row, or in 200-cell trays with 1 seed/cell; lightly cover. Keep mix at 75–85°F (24–29°C) with moderate moisture. At first true leaf, pot-up to 50-cell trays or 4" pots, depending on expected transplant timing. Grow at constant 60–70°F (16–21°C) temp and use complete fertilizer until hardened-off. Supplemental lights and lower night temps control stretching. For earliest crop, plant under row cover around last frost date. Avoid exposing unprotected plants to consecutive nightly temperatures below 45°F (7°C). In rows 4–6' apart, space determinates 12–24" and indeterminates 24–36". Plant deeply to encourage adventitious rooting. Water seedlings with a high-phosphate fertilizer solution at planting to help boost early yields. TRELLISING: Basket-weave by pounding 5–6' stakes every 2–3 plants, using heavier t-posts intermittently and at ends of beds. For tall indeterminates, consider short extensions or pruning once they outgrow a manageable size for easy harvest. PRUNING: Indeterminates likely benefit by removing all suckers under the first strong branch directly below the first flower cluster. The lower bottom suckers often miss trellis supports, set fruit closer to soil, take energy from upper parts, and encourage spread of disease from soil. If needed later in season, consider thinning out leaves to increase airflow or topping plants to help finish ripening last fruits.

Dark purple Italian type with white halo. Tender fruits are nearly round, 4–5" long by 4–6" diameter, with some small spines. Good yields with excellent flavor. Uniform with a medium gloss. Purple calyx. Specs: Packet: 25 seeds Avg. 6,200 seeds/oz Read More

2024 orders are closed. We will take orders for 2025 shipping in May. This item is a pre-order and is not expected to ship until Late March - Early April. Other seeds, supplies, or kits ordered with this product will ship separately. This product only ships to the lower 48 states. No shipping outside the USA. 80-100 Days to maturity. Solanum tuberosum 'Red Pontiac'. Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes. Non-GMO, cool-season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, Seed Potatoes. One of the most well-known and best-selling red potatoes in the United States and Canada, Red Pontiac potatoes are an all-in-one tuber suitable for storage, transporting, and cooking. Once cooked, they retain their shape quite well making them ideal for potato salad, soups, and stews. Red Pontiac potatoes have a subtle, sweet flavor. ~5-8 sets/lb when cut. How to Grow Potatoes Guide 🥔 Latin Name: Solanum tuberosum 'Red Pontiac' Hardiness Zone: Annual in zones 3-9 Days to Maturity:80-100 Days to Germination: 10-21 Seeding Depth: 3-4 inches, hill up with continued growth Plant Spacing: 12-15 inches Row Spacing: 30-36 inches Plant Height: 24-36 inches Plant Width: 18-24 inches Plant Spread: 18-24 inches Growth Habit: Upright bushy vine Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile soil. Sandy and loose. Neutral to acidic. This variety performs well in heavy soils as well. Temperature Preference: 60-65 F Light Preference: Full Sun Pests and Diseases: Unfortunately, potatoes are a favorite of pests, including aphids, slugs, and leafhoppers. Consistent watering habits are the best defense against diseases. Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes Color: Red-skinned tubers with white to pinkish flesh and green leaves. Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes Flavor: Subtlety sweet. Growing Non-GMO Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes As soon as you receive your seed potatoes encourage them to sprout (called ‘chitting’) by placing them in an open egg carton in a warm, sunny place. Face the blunt end down and angle the side with the most eyes upward. The shoots should be about 1-inch long before planting. Bury seed potatoes in loose, neutral to acidic soil in early spring. They can handle moderately cold temperatures and light frosts, but be sure to protect from a hard freeze. Red Pontiac potatoes are grown just like other potato varieties. Tubers should be buried at least 3-4 inches deep and 12-15 inches apart. Not planting seed potatoes deep enough can result in high-set tubers being exposed to sunlight and becoming green. Starting when the plants reach about 8 inches high, hill up the soil around them periodically to avoid the tubers from poking out as they grow. Repeat until the mounds are 8-12 inches tall. Mounding up some earth above some leaves will not hurt the plant. Fertilize at the time of planting and once again when the seedlings have emerged. Water regularly throughout the early and mid-season. Infrequently and deeply is best. In some regions, rainfall may be sufficient. Once the vines begin to naturally die off (about 70 days), decrease watering. This is a signal that the potatoes are getting ready to be harvested. If your fall frost is coming and the green bush is not turning brown yet, kill them by cutting the stem down. The potatoes need 2-3 weeks in the soil after the vine dies off to develop a good skin for storage. Do not plant potatoes in the same location more than every 3-4 years. Practicing crop rotation will reduce the incidence of disease and soil depletion. Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes in the Vegetable Garden Potato plants are a staple for every homesteader or home gardener wishing to store away food for the winter. These beautiful bushy plants produce large tubers beneath the soil. When they are ready to harvest, it is like digging up buried treasure! In an edible landscape, potatoes are great for filling in greenery to highlight other colorful plants. Harvesting Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes Once the potatoes have been left to cure in the soil for 2-3 weeks after the bush turns brown, carefully dig up the tubers. Use a shovel or turning fork 12-18 inches away from the base of the plant to loosen the soil. Remove the tubers from the soil. Hand removal is the best for avoiding punctures. Store in a cool place (45F) with high humidity (90-95%) for extended storage life. They can last through the cool winter months in good conditions. About Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes Red Pontiac potatoes can also be called Dakota Chief. They are oblong with a slightly waxier texture that helps them retain their shape better during the cooking process. This variety is considered a high yielder, producing tubers ideal for baking, roasting, and mashing. They retain their shape well for things like soups, stews, and potato salad. Red Pontiac potatoes are a color variation on the Pontiac potato and have become the best, all-purpose red potato on the market. The mutilation was originally discovered in Florida but was bred more thoroughly in Michigan before being released by the USDA in 1938. Seed potatoes are the best for ensuring a healthy good crop each year. Red skinned potatoes have unique health benefits from other potatoes. Their red skin contains fiber, B vitamins, iron, and potassium.   Stories From Our Gardeners "Red Pontiac Potatoes always remind me of the potato salad that my husband’s family loves. They prefer a sweet potato salad with sweet pickles. I prefer dill pickles which create more of a savory dish. Either way, Red Pontiac is the best variety to use!" - Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes Seeds Per Package: 2 Lb - Wholesale - Approximately # Seeds 5 Lb - Wholesale - Approximately # Seeds 10 Lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately # Seeds Non-GMO Red Pontiac Seed Potatoes seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.

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