Seed Packets

Pisum sativumThe crispy, sweet pods of this Asian cuisine favorite are a staple in stir-fry dishes. Heavy yields of large stringless pods continue throughout the cool season. Delicious raw, steamed, stir-fried and frozen.

Capsicum chinenseOne of the hottest peppers, with a pungent, smoky flavor. 2” long wrinkled fruit that ripens from green to deep orange. Pick when ripe for best flavor. Use sparingly in sauces and salsas.Scoville Heat Units: 200,000-350,000.

Capsicum annuumThe preferred pepper for authentic chili rellenos. Mildly hot flavor with medium-thick flesh perfect for stuffing. Also known as ancho chili when smoked and dried. Scoville Heat Units: 1,000-2,000

Capsicum annuumSmall and fiery! Heat increases as 3 ½” fruit changes from green to orange-red. A hardy, prolific producer that grows well in containers. Scoville Heat Units: 8,000-23,000

Papaver rhoeas. Annual.Striking, paper-thin petals in a colorful assortment of white, pink, red and bicolors. Excellent for naturalizing. Very drought tolerant and easy to grow in spite of its delicate appearance. Attracts pollinators.

Salvia farinacea. Annual.The perfect background plant for borders and container plantings in full sun. These slender spires of intense blue flowers complement all other flower colors and are stunning in formal or casual designs. Flowers are long lasting...

Perilla frutescens. Annual.Primarily used to wrap sushi, the leaves smell like lemon balm. Perilla Green’s flavor is a combination of parsley, cilantro, and cumin, with a hint of cinnamon. Add to salads or sprinkle on cucumber and fish. Also...

Cucurbita maximaA Japanese favorite, kabocha squash features dry deep yellow flesh that’s nutty and extra-sweet. Vigorous vine produces 2-3′ fruits with edible rinds that are delicious baked, in soups or roasted.

Cucurbita maximaThick yellow flesh that can be baked, boiled or microwaved and then scooped out to produce spaghetti-like strands. Oblong fruits have smooth rinds tan to orange in color. Will store for three to six months.

Helianthus annuus. Annual.Giant 6″ puffballs of sunny golden-yellow flowers.  These dwarf plants make a stunning show even when planted alone.  Flowers begin in midsummer.  Very easy to grow and great for kids.

Helianthus annuus. Annual.This dazzling branching variety produces bunches of dark red flowers on sturdy stems. 5-6′ plants are perfect for tall borders. Easy to grow. Attracts pollinators.

Lathyrus odoratus ‘Old Spice’. Annual.Old Spice’s petite, highly fragrant blossoms have graced the English countryside since their arrival from Italy in 1699. This mix of delicate blooms in a variety of soft single and bicolors is more...