Page 1 of kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, salad greens, melons, onions, parsnip and peas by Heirloom Seeds

10 kohlrabi brassica oleracea soil ph 6.5 kohlrabi is grown as a cool season vegetable and should be planted in very early spring or in the early fall plant the seeds ¼ inch deep in rows 2 feet apart thinning to 4 inches apart in the row the enlarged stem is best harvested as soon as it reaches a diameter of 2 to 3 inches 4402 early purple vienna 67 days this is the standard garden variety of kohlrabi that has been popular for generations of backyard gardeners dating back to pre-1885 the purple skinned bulbs have greenish white interior flesh with small leafy tops pkt 200 seeds $1.15 4401 early white vienna 65 days an early variety that grows 12 inches high the pale green flattened globe shaped bulbs are smooth and form above the ground the uniquely flavored white flesh is best when bulbs are 3 inches in diameter pkt 200 seeds $1.15 leeks allium ampeloprasum soil ph 6.0 to 6.5 sow the seeds inside 10-12 weeks before the last spring frost transplant outside in late spring when the plants are approximately 8-12 inches in length and as thick as a pencil allow 6 inches between plants as the leeks grow hill the soil around the plants to blanch the stalks 4201 american flag 85 135 days this early variety is especially suited for the home gardener the large thick extra long 10 x 1½ inch stems have a delicious pearl-white bulb and large green leaves a hardy variety of leek with a mild delicate onion flavor pkt 300 seeds $1.15 04201 300 seeds certified organic $1.85 4203 carantan 95-110 days this european heirloom produces a heavy crop consistently the plants have dark green leaves with white tender stems that are mild and tasty great for fall and winter harvests pkt 300 seeds $1.15 4202 giant musselburg 80 150 days these plants grow giant sized leeks 10 15 inches long and 2-3 inches in diameter the extremely hardy tender white stalks with green fan shaped leaves makes this variety one of the best pkt 300 seeds $1.15 lactuca sativa lettuce soil ph 6.0 to 7.0 sow the seeds in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked this occurs about four weeks before the last expected spring frost plant the seeds 1/8 inch deep in a wide row 6 inches apart in all directions plant every two weeks for a continuous harvest all summer long 6034 amish deer tongue 45-55 days this amish looseleaf variety has been a favorite for years because of its heavy production and dependability the green triangular leaves grow on thick solid plants and have a pleasantly sharp flavor pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6042 australian yellowleaf 50 days this large slowbolting looseleaf variety will add plenty of color to salads with its bright yellow leaves tasty and tender this australian heirloom will sure to become a garden favorite pkt 200 seeds $1.15 6053 baby oakleaf 50 days tasty and tender this miniature version of the regular oakleaf is very slow to bolt the thin oak-leaf shaped leaves will remain non-bitter longer than some other varieties a nice quality looseleaf lettuce pkt 200 seeds $1.15 60 black seeded simpson 43 days a very early variety first introduced in 1850 an easy to grow leaf lettuce with light green frilled leaves a very crisp and tasty choice an old favorite pkt 750 seeds $1.15 o60 750 seeds certified organic $1.85 6043 bunte forellenschuss 50 days a butterhead variety that forms a large loose head bright green leaves with maroon speckles make this an outstanding austrian favorite great alongside other varieties in a salad pkt 200 seeds $1.15 6003 buttercrunch 65 days a large heat resistant butterhead type that was an all american winner in 1963 the compact heads have thick juicy crisp green leaves tinged in red with a compact yellow-white heart a heat tolerant variety pkt 750 seeds $1.15 o6003 750 seeds certified organic $1.85 6013 cimmaron romaine 65 days this wonderful romaine lettuce dates back to the 18th century the leaves are 10 12 inches tall and are beautiful deep-red in color very crisp heads with an excellent flavor a slow bolting variety pkt 350 seeds $1.15 o6044 crisp mint 63 days tasty and sweet this romaine variety can reach 10 inches in height the crispy leaves have a slightly serrated edge and is a terrific choice to mix with other lettuces in salads pkt 200 seeds certified organic $1.85 6038 flame 60 days beautiful red color and frilly leaves make this looseleaf variety a real knockout a fast grower that s slow to bolt pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6015 freckles romaine 28 55 days harvest the tasty young heads in 28 days for gourmet salads or full size heads in 55 days the bright green leaves speckled with red make for a dashing appearance in any salad pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6033 grandpa admires 60 days this terrific butterhead variety was a favorite of civil war veteran george admire who was born in 1822 the bronze tinged leafs form large loose heads that are slow bolting and withstand the heat well very finely flavored pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6030 hanson improved 65-80 days a wonderful head lettuce that dates back to pre-1855 the large yellowish-green heads have lovely frilly leaves with delicious white hearts tolerates heat pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6009 iceberg 50-85 days the compact medium-large heads are light green and very crisp a good home garden variety that loves cool weather for the best crops plant in early spring or fall for the northern states or late fall for the southern states pkt 750 seeds $1.15 6031 kagraner summer 58 days an old time favorite originally from germany this midseason butterhead grows tender well formed medium sized heads slow to bolt in the summer months pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6012 key lime 63 days a beautiful butterhead type lettuce the lime green heads have a sweet buttery flavor all its own the large heads can grow up to 1 pound very slow bolting pkt 350 seeds $1.15 6010 little gem 50 days a midget butterhead lettuce with dark green leaves and a sweet buttery flavor the small 5 inch heads can be served whole in a gourmet salad an early maturing boston type lettuce that makes a fine addition to any garden or dinner table pkt 750 seeds $1.15 6020 lollo rossa 50-70 days a delicious very deeply curled looseleaf variety of lettuce the magenta colored leaves have a light green base and are mild tasting after harvesting leave about an inch remaining and it will re-grow thru spring into summer pkt 750 seeds $1.15

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