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Dear Growers,
We are pleased to introduce these new Johnny’s-Bred varieties and to
announce that our Butterscotch PMR Butternut Squash has received a
National award as a 2015 All-America Selections (AAS) Winner. These new
varieties are the result of many years of breeding work and we’re looking
forward to seeing how they grow for you.
The Johnny’s breeding team welcomes John Navazio and Jason Cavatorta
to work with Emily Haga, Janika Eckert, and me. I’ve long admired John’s
work as a breeder and organic seed production specialist, and I’ve known
Jason since his college days. With our strengthened breeding program, we’ll
continue bringing you seed varieties that perform well in diverse growing
conditions with special flavor and unique appeal.
We are challenged and honored by your support.
Thank you very much for your business,
Superior-quality seeds
Seeds are living, evolving organisms. Our standards
for purity, germination, and pathogen resistance are
significantly higher than those of the Federal Seed
Act. We maintain our stocks to ensure uniform
characteristics and winnow out “off types.” Seed
lots are tested every 5 months. When you buy seed
from Johnny’s, you’re getting the quality you need
— and real value for your money.
Breadth of choice
Whether you’re growing for market or for your
family, we want you to be able to grow a broad
array of vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers.
In addition to offering proven seeds for all the
“basics,” you’ll also discover many hard-to-find
varieties. We offer hundreds of high-performing
organic, conventional, hybrid, and open-pollinated
seed varieties.
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VEGETABLES
Grow Johnny’s Seeds with Confidence and
Taste the Difference in Your Vegetables!
Look for these useful resources in our catalog:
• Vegetable Planting Charts for Direct Seeded and
Transplanted Crops on page 103.
• Disease Resistance Codes for Vegetableson page 156D.
• A Guide to Our Seeds on page 156C.
• Product Index on page 228.
T ech T ip
Artichoke buds will open to produce
purple, thistle-like flowers. The buds
may be used in flower bouquets in
either the closed edible stage or their
open flowering stage.
Porto Spineless
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ASPARAGUS
Asparagus
GROWING INFORMATION
Asparagus officinalis
CULTURE: Asparagus is a long-lived
perennial vegetable crop. With proper site
selection, preparation, and care, it can
thrive for 15 years or more. Asparagus
prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH
of 7.0 in full sun or part shade. Soil testing
and bed preparation should be completed
in the season prior to planting. May not
perform well in warmer areas such as
TX, MS, GA, LA, AL, or FL, as it may not
become dormant, which is needed to
prevent frost/freeze damage to crowns in
winter months.
GROWING FROM SEEDS: Sow seeds
indoors 12-14 weeks before desired trans-
plant date. Sow 1 seed per 2” cell, 1/2-3/4”
deep. Germinate at 75-80°F (23-27°C) day,
65°F (18°C) night. Fertilize moderately as
needed. After last frost, plant seedlings
similarly to crowns, but use W-shaped
furrow. Plant the seedlings in the low
middle point of the W to ensure better
drainage. Gradually fill in furrow as plants
grow.
PLANTING CROWNS: Crowns can be
planted about 3-4 weeks prior to last
Purple Passion Jersey Knight
average frost date. In a furrow 5-8” deep
(shallower for heavy soils), 12” wide, place
crowns with buds up and roots spread out,
8-14” apart in row (closer spacing creates
Crowns Seeds
more slender spears), 3-6’ between rows. 2225 PURPLE PASSION (F1):
Cover crowns with 2-3” of soil at planting.
Harvest begins second year after planting. Germination Guide
As spears grow, gradually fill in furrow. Use Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
Purple spears. Sweeter and more tender
caution when cultivating to avoid damaging ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
crowns. Keep bed free of weeds (straw or than green varieties, with beautiful purple
spears. A colorful option for raw eating in Optimum
leaf mulch works well) and irrigate regularly Range:
during establishment. Allow “ferns” to salads. Spears turn green when cooked, but
grow do not cut until they senesce in the still have excellent flavor. For best results,
fall. Add compost or aged manure to the plant crowns at 6-8” in-row spacing to 2039 JERSEY KNIGHT (F1):
beds each fall or early spring. prevent overly thick spears. We supply (R)
HARVEST: One year and two years after hardy, one-year-old crowns. Perennial. Asparagus from seeds. While crop
planting, beds can be harvested lightly in 25 Crowns $36.50; 100 Crowns $99.00; rotation is ideal, this variety is a good
spring (7-14 days). A normal harvest of 6 300 Crowns $249.00; option if limited space necessitates
weeks is possible three years after planting. 600 Crowns $396.00; replanting asparagus in the same location
Marketable spears are approximately 7” in 1,000 Crowns $439.00. due to its rust resistance and high
length and pencil-size in diameter. Harvest tolerance to fusarium. Also does well in
by bending spears over until they snap, or 2754 JERSEY SUPREME (F1): heavier soils. Perennial.
cut with knife just below soil surface. Store Harvest begins second year after planting. (R) PKT $4.95; 100 Seeds $15.25;
harvested spears upright at 36°F (2.2°C) High yielding standard type from 250 Seeds $28.65; 500 Seeds $51.60;
and 95-100% relative humidity for up to 2
crowns. Another variety from the Rutgers- 1,000 Seeds $93.00; 5M @ $81.85/M;
weeks.
bred Jersey line with excellent yield potential. 25M @ $71.00/M.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: Avg. 16,500.
PACKET: 30 seeds sows approx. 25’ Also has good resistance to rust and is
depending on spacing. highly tolerant to fusarium. We supply
hardy, one-year-old crowns. Perennial.
25 Crowns $36.50; 100 Crowns $99.00;
300 Crowns $249.00;
Asparagus Resistance Codes 600 Crowns $396.00;
1,000 Crowns $439.00.
Code Name
(R) Rust Asparagus Crown Shipping Information
Asparagus crowns ship in the spring
by plant hardiness zone, starting in the
T ech T ip South. You may choose your desired ship
Open pollinated asparagus varieties week or select the ship week designated
are “dioecious,” meaning they have for your plant hardiness zone. Please call
separate male and female plants. Hybrid or visit Johnnyseeds.com for more infor-
asparagus varieties have been bred mation. We are unable to ship asparagus
to be predominantly male or all male crowns outside of the U.S. or to U.S.
to increase crop productivity, as male territories. Please remember to provide a
plants do not sacrifice energy to set physical address for delivery as we cannot One of Johnny's product technicians,
seed. Lindsay Spigel, discussing asparagus
ship crowns to PO Boxes. trials at weekly Sales Field Forums
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BEANS
3011 AMETHYST: 56 days. (BMV)
Fanciest purple bean. Pods are slightly
thinner, straighter, and more attractive Filet Beans
than Royal Burgundy. Pods avg. 5-51/2”
long and are borne on medium-sized, GROWING INFORMATION
upright plants. Very good flavor raw or Phaseolus vulgaris
cooked. Pods turn green when cooked. Tan CULTURE: Filet beans are intended to be
colored seeds. Avg. 1,300 seeds/lb. picked very slender, 1/8-1/4” in diameter.
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $9.55; A continuous yield of “extra fine” (1/4”
5M @ $7.88/M; 25M @ $6.70/M; diam.) grade is maintained by picking every
100M @ $5.92/M; 500M @ $5.56/M. 36-48 hours. Three days in hot weather
or five days in cool weather is about the
2944G ROYAL BURGUNDY: J maximum delay between harvests to ensure
55 days. an absence of oversized, tough beans.
Organic purple bean. The brilliant Otherwise grow just like ordinary bush
purple, 5” pods are eye-catching at market, beans. Not recommended for freezing or
easy to spot when harvesting, and add canning.
stunning color to salads when used raw. PACKET: 175 seeds sows 20’-25’.
The pods do turn green when cooked.
Upright plants are dark green with a purple Maxibel
tinge. Buff-colored seeds. Avg. 1,500
seeds/lb. PKT $4.10; 1,000 Seeds $6.85;
5M @ $5.65/M; 25M @ $4.83/M;
Amethyst and Royal Burgundy (L to R) 100M @ $3.97/M; 500M @ $3.71/M.
NEW
26G ROCDOR: J 52 days. (A, BMV)
Organic yellow bush bean. Rocdor has
Amarillo
straight, 61/2” long, slender pods that have
a deep yellow color. Early and produc-
tive on upright plants. The black seeds
germinate well in cool soil. Avg. 1,650
seeds/lb. PKT $4.10; 1,000 Seeds $8.20; Velour
5M @ $6.75/M; 25M @ $5.76/M;
100M @ $4.74/M; 500M @ $3.90/M.
Tavera
2708 CARSON: L
52 days. (A, BBS, BMV)
High yielding and flavorful. Carson’s
fancy, slim, 51/2” pods grow on vigorous
and productive plants. A great looking 22 MAXIBEL: 50 days.
yellow bean with good disease resistance. Long and elegant. High yields of slender,
Intermediate resistance to bacterial brown 7” green pods. Hand pick. Brown mottled
spot. White seeds. Avg. 1,800 seeds/lb. seeds. Avg. 1,900 seeds/lb.
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $6.40; PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $9.55;
5M @ $4.58/M; 25M @ $3.90/M; 5M @ $7.88/M; 25M @ $6.70/M;
100M @ $3.30/M; 500M @ $3.08/M. 100M @ $5.92/M; 500M @ $5.56/M.
Carson
3218 AMARILLO: B
Flat Pod 53 days. (A, BMV, HB)
2707 PENSION: B NEW For the yellow filet market.
53 days. (BMV) Thin, fancy, straight yellow pods avg.
NEW Flat Italian beans with full, rich flavor. 41/2-5" on medium-sized, upright plants.
Medium green pods avg. 6” L x 3/4” W. Good flavor. Replaces Concador. White
Plants are somewhat floppy as is typical seeds. Avg. 5,300 seeds/lb. PKT $3.95;
of Italian types. Beans are smaller and not 1,000 Seeds $6.40; 5M @ $4.58/M;
quite as tasty as Jumbo, but the plant is 25M @ $3.90/M; 100M @ $3.30/M;
smaller and more upright. White seeds. 500M @ $3.08/M.
Avg. 1,200 seeds/lb.
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $8.65; 2559 VELOUR: 51 days. (BMV, HB)
5M @ $7.16/M; 25M @ $5.72/M; First purple filet bean. ”Extra-fine” grade
100M @ $4.17/M; 500M @ $3.90/M. beans are short, 4-5” long, with straight,
slender, bright purple pods. Turns green
11G JUMBO: BJ upon cooking. Medium-sized upright plants
55 days. (BMV) yield well. Small beige seeds. Avg. 2,900
Dragon's Tongue
Giant, Italian-style green beans. Jumbo seeds/lb. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $6.40;
3175 DRAGON'S TONGUE: D has dark green, extra-long pods with rich 5M @ $4.58/M; 25M @ $3.90/M;
57 days. flavor. While the beans are normally picked 100M @ $3.30/M; 500M @ $3.08/M.
NEW Unique, flashy heirloom. Avg. at 6-7”, they are still stringless at over 10”.
6-6-1/2” flat pods are pale yellow with Seeds are light brown with dark brown 19G TAVERA: J 54 days. (A, BMV)
purple streaks. They are tender and sweet stripes. In very fertile soil, plants may grow Short fancy pods. ”Extra-fine” grade
and good in salads or cooked. Purple short vines (runners), but need no support. beans are short, 4-5” long, with medium
disappears upon cooking. Tan seeds with Jumbo tends to have a lower than average dark green, round pods. Medium-size
dark speckles. Avg. 1,200 seeds/lb. germination rate. Avg. 900 seeds/lb. plants. White seeds. Avg. 3,800 seeds/lb.
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $6.85; PKT $4.10; 1,000 Seeds $9.25; PKT $4.10; 1,000 Seeds $5.20;
5M @ $5.65/M; 25M @ $4.83/M; 5M @ $7.67/M; 25M @ $6.54/M; 5M @ $3.59/M; 25M @ $2.78/M;
100M @ $3.96/M; 500M @ $3.71/M. 100M @ $6.13/M; 500M @ $6.03/M. 100M @ $2.42/M; 500M @ $2.21/M.
Fortex
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or 140 poles. SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: See
dates. Always buy a fresh supply to ensure 9324 Soybean Inoculant: J individual varieties. PACKET: 50 seeds sows
viability. Cannot ship to Canada. Treats 300 lb. $9.55. 12’ or 7 poles.
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BEANS
Germination Guide
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
Optimum
Range:
NEW
Lima Bush Bean
GROWING INFORMATION
Phaseolus lunatus
CULTURE: Sow about 3” apart, 1” deep in
rows 18-36” apart, after soil is at least 75°F
Vroma (24°C). HARVEST: Pick for fresh shelling
when beans are plump and bulge inside
pods. NOTE: Limas require more heat than
3171 VROMA: regular bush beans, and will bear poorly
75 days. in a cool growing season. Choose a warm,
NEW Sturdy, upright plants with well-drained location. AVG. SEEDING
improved heat tolerance. Vroma Fordhook 242
RATE: 100’/lb., 10 lb./1,000’, 145 lb./acre
produces large, 61/2-7" pods with 4-5 at 3’ between rows. PACKET: 50 seeds
large seeds. Cook like a shell bean when sows 13’. 49 FORDHOOK 242: 85 days.
the seeds are pale green. Dry beans are Still the standard for lima beans. Early
light brown. More heat tolerant and much Germination Guide bearing and delicious, this is the best large-
less prone to being blown over than Broad seeded variety. White seeds. AAS winner.
Soil Temp:ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
Windsor. Avg. 300 seeds/lb. ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 Avg. 380 seeds/lb. PKT $3.95;
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Lb. $10.20; Lb. $15.75; 1/2 Lb. $5.65; Lb. $8.75;
5 Lbs. @ $9.00/Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $6.94/ Optimum 5 Lbs. @ $5.00/Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $3.85/
Range:
Lb.; 100 Lbs. @ $5.57/Lb. Lb.; 100 Lbs. @ $3.09/Lb.
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BEETS
Beets
Touchstone
Gold Blankoma Chioggia
Boldor Guardsmark
Zeppo
Red Ace
Babybeat
Merlin
GROWING INFORMATION Round
Beta vulgaris
CULTURE: First-rate crops grow quickly in MERLIN (F1): J 48 days.
light or loamy soils with a pH over 6.0. In Exceptionally uniform and sweet.
general, cool temperatures produce the best Smooth, round roots with high sugar
flesh color. Acute weather fluctuations will content. Tops are somewhat smaller than
cause “zoning”, white rings, in the roots. Red Ace and can be used for bunching.
TRANSPLANTING: Sow seed in a cold Order 2758G (Organic) or 2758
frame or indoors in early spring, about 5-6 (Nonorganic). Also available pelleted.
weeks before transplanting out after heavy
frosts become infrequent. Sow seeds 1/2” 3039 ZEPPO (F1): 50 days.
deep, 3-4 seeds per inch. Transplant out 3” Good flavor and texture at all market-
apart in rows 12-18” apart. able sizes. Fast-growing, round red roots.
DIRECT SEEDING: Begin early sowings Exterior is smooth and dark red with very
when soil has warmed to 45°F 7°C. Sow few root hairs. Interior is evenly colored
15 seeds/ft. 1/2” deep, rows 12-18” apart. with very little zoning. Strong foliage
Thinning is not necessary. For a continuous
Babybeat is good for bunching. Also available
supply of greens and small tender beets,
sow seed at 2-week intervals until 8 weeks pelleted.
before regular heavy frosts are expected. 3871 BABYBEAT: 40 days.
DISEASES: Keep beets well irrigated to The best mini beet. Babybeat is a true 125 RED ACE (F1): 50 days.
prevent “scab”, the same disorder that baby, which means that it is well propor- The best all-around red beet. Round,
affects potatoes, causing raised brown tioned even when young. Unlike full-size smooth, deep red roots grow rapidly and
rough spots on the mature roots. Internal beets harvested young, Babybeat forms uniformly. Sweet and tender, even when
breakdown or browning is most likely to a nice round shape with a small taproot older. Medium-tall, red-veined greens
occur in alkaline soils after prolonged hot, and smooth skin early on in growth. The for bunching. Also available pelleted.
dry periods. This is caused by a deficiency of perfect size for cooking or steaming whole. Organic seed (2841) is not available at
the nutrient boron. Rotate crops to prevent Small, attractive tops. Also available with this time.
Cercospora leaf spot. NOP-compliant pelleting.
HARVEST AND STORAGE: Fork or TOUCHSTONE GOLD: J 55 days.
undermine, lift plants, wash and hydrocool, 2319 MONETA (Monogerm) (F1): Striking golden-fleshed beet. Smooth
and store bunches 10 days at 32°F/0°C and 46 days. golden roots with bright yellow flesh
95% relative humidity. Precision sowing saves thinning. A retain their color when cooked. Excellent,
WINTER STORAGE OF ROOTS: Sow about typical beet seed can contain 2-3 embryos, sweet flavor. Leaves and petioles are
10 weeks before heavy freeze is expected.
which results in clumping. Monogerm green. Very good germination for a golden
Cut tops, wash, and store 6 months at 32°F
(0°C) and 95% humidity. beet seeds contain only one embryo. This beet. Order 2818G (Organic) or 2818
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding; feature eliminates thinning and results (Nonorganic).
subtract 14-21 days if transplants are used. in superior uniformity. Smooth, deeply
AVG. SEEDING RATE: 1M sows 66’, 5M/ colored roots with medium-tall greens. 3121 BOLDOR: 55 days.
333’, 436M/acre @15 seeds/ft. and 18” Beautiful, bright yellow flesh. Boldor
between rows. has smooth, dark golden skin with a
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where
Germination Guide brilliant yellow interior. Seed has better
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 germination and vigor than most golden
noted. ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 17,000-40,000 beets. Keeps its color when cooked.
(avg. 35,000). Optimum
Range:
Excellent, sweet flavor. Green leaves and
PACKET: 350 seeds sows 23’. petioles.
Cylindrical
NEW
2565 CYLINDRA: 54 days.
The straightest, most uniform cylin-
drical beet. Good-tasting, avg. 5” long,
2” diameter beets are easy to cut into
uniform slices for cooking or canning
with little waste. Fewer bent roots than
comparable varieties. Large, healthy tops
for bunching. Good resistance to scab and
cercospora. Roots tend to push up out
of the ground as they grow. Shoulders Early
will stay smoother if they are kept hilled. Wonder Red Bull's
Cylindra Unsized seed. Tall Top Devil Blood
Part # Variety 1,000 5M @/M 25M @/M 100M @/M 500M @/M
PKT Seeds Beet Greens
25 Chioggia Guardsmark $3.95 — $1.65 $1.35 $1.20 $1.10
123 EARLY WONDER TALL TOP: I
25G Chioggia Guardsmark J $4.10 $5.25 $2.89 $2.38 $2.15 $1.95 35 days baby leaf, 45 days full-size leaf, 55
125 Red Ace $3.95 — $1.39 $0.99 $0.77 $0.72 days roots.
Best beet for greens. Early Wonder is
2001 Blankoma $3.95 $4.75 $2.80 $2.15 $1.95 $1.75 harvested in bunches with large, vigorous
2319 Moneta (Monogerm) $3.95 $4.75 $2.60 $2.15 $1.80 $1.65 tops attached to the young beets. Tall,
bright, glossy green, red-veined tops and
2565 Cylindra $3.95 — $1.09 $0.83 $0.72 $0.68
slightly flattened red roots.
2758 Merlin $3.95 — $1.49 $1.03 $0.85 $0.79
2758G Merlin J $4.10 $4.80 $2.65 $2.19 $1.95 $1.80 3151 RED DEVIL:
35 days baby leaf, 45 days full-size leaf.
2818 Touchstone Gold $3.95 $6.40 $5.05 $4.65 $4.35 $4.15 NEW Uniform, dark red leaves. Long,
2818G Touchstone Gold J $4.10 $7.20 $5.67 $5.36 $5.10 $4.64 dark red stems keep leaves clean in the
field. Ideal for bunching. Should not be
3039 Zeppo $3.95 — $1.55 $1.09 $0.95 $0.89
grown for beet roots.
3121 Boldor $3.95 $5.60 $3.85 $3.50 $2.95 $2.65
3871 Babybeat $3.95 — $1.55 $1.09 $0.95 $0.89 BULL’S BLOOD: JDI
35 days baby leaf, 58 days roots.
Deep burgundy leaves for salad
greens. Heirloom variety produces
5 Lbs. 25 Lbs. 100 Lbs.
Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 lb. beautiful, dark red leaves to jazz up your
@/Lb. @/Lb. @/Lb.
salad mix even under low-light conditions.
123 Early Wonder Tall Top $3.95 $4.30 $5.35 $11.35 $10.05 $9.39 $9.09 The foliage color intensifies as the plant
2912 Bull’s Blood $3.95 $6.45 $9.55 $20.55 $19.59 $17.50 $15.49 matures. Striking, both baby and full size.
2912G Bull’s Blood J $4.10 $7.15 $16.65 $54.75 $49.45 $46.35 $45.35 Roots show attractive candy-striped zoning
when sliced. Choose 2912G (Organic)
3151 Red Devil $3.95 $6.75 $9.95 $21.60 $20.45 $18.34 $15.75 or 2912 (Nonorganic) seeds.
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BROCCOLI
Broccoli
GROWING INFORMATION
Brassica oleracea var. italica
CULTURE: See “Cabbage”, Broccoli prefers
a well-drained, fertile soil high in organic
matter, a pH of 6.0-7.5 with a consis-
tent supply of moisture throughout the
growing season. Irrigate regularly for best
results. While more heat-tolerant varieties
are now on the market, Broccoli does not
generally do well in hot weather. The best
success is with spring and fall crops.
PLANTING, DISEASES, INSECT PESTS,
AND NOTES: See “Cabbage”.
TYPICAL PLANT POPULATION: 43,560
plants/acre (1 sq. ft./plant) spaced 8”
apart in rows 18” apart.
HARVEST: Before flower buds open, cut
center head. Hydrocool or ice as soon as
possible. Harvest secondary side shoots
regularly to encourage continued produc-
tion.
STORAGE: Store at 32°F (0°C), 95-98%
relative humidity, with good air circulation
for 10-14 days.
DAYS TO MATURITY: From date of
transplanting; add about 20 days if direct
seeding. Hybrid 2813 GREEN MAGIC (F1):
AVG. PRECISION SEEDING RATE: 57 days.
583’/1,000 seeds, 50,000 seeds (avg. 8.3 2812 BLUE WIND (F1): B Superior heat tolerance. Heads are
oz.)/acre spaced 7” apart in rows 18” 49 days. smooth, well domed, and very attractive.
apart. Extra early. Heads are medium sized, Extremely uniform in maturity. Similar to
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 850 plants/1,000 blue-green with small, attractive beads. Gypsy, but with a smaller plant, smoother
seeds. Attractive, easy to harvest, and uniform. heads, and better uniformity.
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where
Harvest promptly because Blue Wind PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $7.55;
noted.
does not hold in the field as well as later 5M @ $6.61/M; 25M @ $6.04/M;
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 70,000-150,000
(Avg. 96,000). varieties. Unsized seed. 100M @ $5.13/M.
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 50’. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $9.20;
5M @ $8.05/M; 25M @ $7.40/M; 2413 GYPSY (F1):
100M @ $6.25/M. 58 days. (DM)
Broccoli Resistance Codes Strong root system for plantings in
Code Name
2643 AMADEUS (F1): B below-average fertility. Gypsy’s heads
56 days. are well-domed and uniform with a medi-
(DM) Downy Mildew Second early for spring sowings. um-small bead size and medium-sized
Medium-sized, fancy heads are dark blue- stem. Large, healthy plants have inter-
green with nice domes and a fine bead. mediate resistance to downy mildew and
Germination Guide Initial heads are followed by good yields good heat tolerance. Good side-shoot
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 of side shoots. Vigorous, medium-large production. PKT $3.95;
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
plants. Unsized seed. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $7.55; 5M @ $6.61/M;
Optimum 1,000 Seeds $9.20; 5M @ $8.05/M; 25M @ $6.04/M; 100M @ $5.13/M.
Range:
25M @ $7.40/M; 100M @ $6.25/M.
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BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Brussels Sprouts
Churchill
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64 CHURCHILL (F1):
90 days.
Earliest to market. The flavorful, medi-
um-green, smooth sprouts are large and
mature remarkably early. Churchill is a
vigorous, easy-to-grow variety for diverse
Johnny's Brussels sprouts trials climates. Avg. 133,000 seeds/lb.
PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $11.70;
GROWING INFORMATION 1,000 Seeds $20.90; 5M @ $17.41/M; Articles on growing trends and
Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera 25M @ $15.21/M; 100M @ $13.55/M. best practices including hydroponic
CULTURE: The most delicious Brussels and winter growing.
sprouts are grown in irrigated, fertile soil 2556G NAUTIC (F1): JF
with a pH above 6.0, and are harvested 105 days.
after frosts. Best organic variety. Sprouts are
TRANSPLANTING: During May, sow 2 medium sized and have excellent flavor.
seeds per cell in 50-72 cell plug flats, 3-4 Plant is bigger than Diablo and has a
seeds/in. in 20 row flats, or in outdoor higher yield potential, especially in areas
beds 1/4” deep. Seedlings should be ready with a cool fall. Excellent cold tolerance.
to transplant in 4-6 weeks. Space 18-24” For late fall harvest. Avg. 100,000 seeds/lb.
between plants, in rows 30-36” apart. PKT $8.95; 250 Seeds $22.45;
DIRECT SEEDING: About 4 months before 500 Seeds $40.05; 1,000 Seeds $73.90;
expected fall frost, sow 3 seeds every 18”, Tips to overcome challenges including
1/4-1/2” deep, in rows 30-36” apart; thin to
5M @ $63.30/M; 25M @ $53.99/M; weed management, and pest and
100M @ $48.47/M. disease control.
1 plant per spot.
DISEASES AND INSECT PESTS: See
“Cabbage”.
2421 DIABLO (F1): F
HARVEST: After frost and until the end of 110 days.
December in most areas, and through the Cold tolerant for late crops. Tall plants
winter where cold is not severe. Pick when produce heavy crops of smooth, medi-
sprouts are firm and well formed. Break off um-sized, sprouts. These excellent quality
the leaf below the sprout and snap off the sprouts are solid and hold well in the field.
sprout. The upper sprouts continue to form For late fall and early winter harvest. Avg.
and enlarge as the lower ones are harvested. 65,000 seeds/lb.
WHOLE-STEM HARVESTING, PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $14.95;
MARKETING, AND TOPPING: For a 1,000 Seeds $27.40; 5M @ $23.35/M; Straight talk from experts such as
once-over harvest (uniform maturity of 25M @ $20.35/M; 100M @ $18.44/M. Eliot Coleman, Jean-Martin Fortier,
most sprouts on the plant) and whole-stem and others.
marketing, the plants should be topped:
pinch out the growing point (rosette
Germination Guide
of several small leaves at the top of the Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 Want to Learn More?
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
plant) when the lower sprouts are 1/2-3/4”
in diameter. A full stem of uniform-size Optimum
Range:
sprouts will develop in about 4 weeks.
STORAGE: Before ground freezes, pull
plants out by the roots and place in a
Flower Sprouts®
humid cooler at 32°F (0°C) or cold cellar for
4-6 weeks.
DAYS TO MATURITY: From transplanting;
add about 20 days for direct seeding. Flower Sprouts® can 00:00 -3:00
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CABBAGE
Chinese Cabbage
Ruby Perfection
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CARROTS
Carrots
GROWING INFORMATION
Daucus carota var. sativus
CULTURE: Carrots require well-drained
soils, with a pH range of 6.0-6.8. Deep,
loose, and fertile sandy loams and peat
soils with good moisture-holding capacity
grow the straightest and smoothest roots.
PLANTING: Sow from early spring to
mid-summer, 3/4-1” apart (about 30
seeds/ft.), 1/4-1/2” deep, in 2” wide band,
or single rows 16-24” apart. For minimum
soil compaction, use raised beds with
2 or 3 rows 16-24” apart, beds 5-6’ on
center. Sprinkle the soil surface to keep
moist. Don’t allow soil to crust before the Adelaide Caracas
emergence of seedlings which takes 1-3
weeks, depending on temperature and Early
moisture. If soil moisture during germi- 2681G YAYA (F1): J 56 days.
nation is an issue, we recommend using 3117 ADELAIDE (F1): 50 days. Nelson type. Similar to Nelson but roots
pelleted seed. If necessary, thin young True baby carrots. Unlike most “baby are a little smoother and slightly more
seedlings to 3/4-2” apart, depending on carrots”, which are harvested at an immature uniform. The 51/2-61/2” roots have good
root size desired. Keep weed-free by tine stage before properly filling out, Adelaide is flavor, but not quite as sweet as Nelson.
weeding and shallow hoeing. To prevent a true baby carrot meaning it has an early Medium-short tops. Also available with
greening, cover exposed crowns.
maturity and forms a blunt root tip at 3-4” NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 22.
DISEASES: Blights can reduce yield and
long. Great for bunching and marketing as PKT $4.10; 5M @ $2.59/M;
quality. Alternaria blight shows as brown-
black lesions edged with yellow on leaf true baby carrots. Short, moderately healthy 10M @ $1.94/M; 25M @ $1.68/M;
margins beginning on oldest leaves. tops for an early maturing carrot. Also 100M @ $1.51/M; 500M @ $1.46/M;
Leaflets may shrivel and die. Cercospora available with NOP-compliant pelleting. 1,000M @ $1.37/M.
blight first appears as small dark spots See page 22. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.63/M;
with yellow margins on the younger leaves 10M @ $1.20/M; 25M @ $1.00/M; 209G NAPOLI (F1): J
and stems. To prevent blights, practice a 100M @ $0.84/M; 500M @ $0.79/M; 58 days summer sowing, more from fall
3-year crop rotation. Copper fungicides 1,000M @ $0.71/M. sowing.
(see Index) can be employed as a preven- Ideal for overwintering. Up to 7” cylin-
tive measure or control. 2186 MOKUM (F1): 36 days baby, 54 drical, smooth, blunt roots. A specialized
INSECT PESTS: Carrot rust flies and days full size. variety with a sweet taste when sown
wireworms. Provide fertile growing condi- Slender “pencil carrots”. Along with in fall for winter harvest. In cold regions
tions and avoid ground recently in sod if Nelson, top-rated for flavor among the sow in the greenhouse. In mild regions
possible. Exclude adult insects with fabric early varieties. Attractive, slender roots sow outdoors in the open or protected
row covers (see Index.) are great for early bunches. A bit earlier with fabric row cover. Strong, medi-
HARVEST: Carrots may be dug any time than Nelson, more slender, the same um-short tops. Also available with
after they reach a good orange color
length and color, and with similar high NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 22.
(bright, not pale), at which stage flavor
sugar and brittle tenderness. Holds sweet PKT $4.10; 5M @ $2.59/M;
develops. Generally the best harvest period
lasts about 3 weeks (longer in cool, fall taste even in warm weather. Short tops. 10M @ $1.94/M; 25M @ $1.68/M;
weather), after which time the roots may Widely adapted. Also available with 100M @ $1.51/M; 500M @ $1.46/M;
crack or the taste and appearance may NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 22. 1,000M @ $1.37/M.
decline. Make a few sowings at 3 week PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.63/M;
intervals for a continuous supply of tender 10M @ $1.20/M; 25M @ $1.00/M; Germination Guide
carrots at their prime. 100M @ $0.84/M; 500M @ $0.79/M; Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
STORAGE: Plant carrots intended for 1,000M @ $0.71/M. ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
winter storage about 100 days before Optimum
expected fall frost. Carrots store best at 2456 CARACAS: 57 days. Range:
32°F (0°C) and 95% relative humidity. Baby Chantenay. Very uniform, high
AVG. SEEDING RATE: 1M/33’, 5M/166’, yielding, 4-41/2” long, wedge-shaped
25M/830’, 720M/acre at 30 seeds/ft. in roots. Medium-short, healthy, strong tops. Early Varieties
rows 24” apart. Also available with NOP-compliant
and Yaya
Adelaide
Mokum
Napoli
Romance
Main Crop
3116 ROMANCE (F1): 8 70 days. Bolero
Impressive flavor for a summer harvested
carrot. The high-yielding, blunt tipped, deep Hercules Storage
orange roots average 6-7” long. Excellent
uniformity, which means more marketable 216 BOLERO (F1):
roots. Medium-sized, healthy tops. Also 75 days. (AB, BB, C, CS, PM)
available with NOP-compliant pelleting. Reliable storage carrot. Medium-
See page 22. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.47/M; long, 7-8”, roots are uniform, thick,
10M @ $1.15/M; 25M @ $0.95/M; slightly tapered, and blunt, with a
100M @ $0.79/M; 500M @ $0.68/M; medium core and average internal
1,000M @ $0.63/M. color. The flavor is good fresh, and
tops the charts after long-term
2322 SUGARSNAX 54 (F1): 68 days. (AB) storage. A great choice for fall and
Long, slender roots. Tender and sweet winter harvest. Heavy, tall tops.
describe the fine eating quality of this dark Intermediate resistance to cavity spot,
orange carrot. Smooth, uniform, 9-10” tapered bacterial blight, and Cercospora blight.
roots with strong, medium-tall tops. Also Also available with NOP-compliant
available with NOP-compliant pelleting. Atlas pelleting. See page 22.
See page 22. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.34/M; PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.34/M;
10M @ $0.93/M; 25M @ $0.88/M; 3822 ATLAS: 70 days. 10M @ $0.93/M; 25M @ $0.88/M;
100M @ $0.67/M; 500M @ $0.57/M; Small round Parisian Market type. 100M @ $0.67/M;
1,000M @ $0.52/M. Atlas’s small root size makes this a great 500M @ $0.57/M;
variety for shallow soils. Good flavor and 1,000M @ $0.52/M.
2824G NECTAR (F1): J 72 days. root uniformity. Short tops. NOTE: For
Uniform with high yield potential. Flavorful round roots, be sure to provide even
roots avg. 7-8” long and are straight and moisture. Drought stress will result in an Learn the avg. seeds/row and
uniform. Nectar has strong, medium-tall elongated shape. Unsized seed. acre, as well as avg. yield with
tops which tend to hold up better to leaf PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.10/M; our Direct Seeded Vegetable
blights. Also available with NOP-compliant 10M @ $0.68/M; 25M @ $0.47/M; Crops chart on page 103.
pelleting. See page 22. PKT $4.10; 100M @ $0.36/M; 500M @ $0.32/M;
5M @ $2.59/M; 10M @ $1.94/M; 1,000M @ $0.30/M.
25M @ $1.68/M; 100M @ $1.51/M;
500M @ $1.46/M; 1,000M @ $1.37/M. Main Crop and Storage Varieties Pelleted Seeds
2735 HERCULES (F1): 65 days.
Sugarsnax
Romance
Bolero
Code Name
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(CS) Cavity Spot Dimensions may vary significantly due Shop All Pelleted Seeds
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CARROTS
Colored
WHITE SATIN (F1): 68 days. 101 YELLOW SUN (F1): B 3820 YELLOWPAK (F1):
Pure white roots. Crisp, sweet flavor. 70 days. 75 days. (AB)
Cylindrical roots avg. 8-9” long. Adaptable Yellow Kuroda type. Beautiful, 6-7", Yellow Imperator type. YellowPak is all
to difficult growing conditions. Tall tops. yellow roots with broad shoulders and yellow, very uniform, and produces high
Select 2746G (Organic) or 2746 a well-filled, blunt tip. Complex flavor is yields of attractive roots 71/2-8” long. Good
(Nonorganic) seeds. Also available best when cooked. NOTE: Spring sown flavor. Mix it with other colored carrots
with NOP-compliant pelleting. Kurodas are susceptible to bolting during for an eye-catching display. Medium-tall
cold weather. Plant in summer for fall or tops. Unsized seed. Also available with
2746G: Organic J winter harvest in areas with erratic spring NOP-compliant pelleting.
PKT $4.95; 5M @ $3.57/M; weather. Medium-tall tops. Unsized seed. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $2.00/M;
10M @ $2.89/M; 25M @ $2.37/M; PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.47/M; 10M @ $1.63/M; 25M @ $1.37/M;
100M @ $2.15/M; 500M @ $2.05/M; 10M @ $1.15/M; 25M @ $0.95/M; 100M @ $1.20/M; 500M @ $1.10/M;
1,000M @ $1.95/M. 100M @ $0.79/M; 500M @ $0.75/M; 1,000M @ $1.05/M.
1,000M @ $0.71/M.
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NEW
Deep Purple
Purple 68
Bed Preparation
3109 PURPLE 68 (F1):
Carrots prefer well-drained, 75 days.
deeply-worked soil: preferably Uniform deep-purple roots. Excellent
to an 18" depth for the longer flavor raw or cooked. Intended for
varieties, though a shallower depth midsummer sowings and fall harvests as it
may suffice for shorter varieties. will bolt under increasingly warm tempera-
' tures and/or during long-day-length
Give your carrots a good start by periods. High yields of attractive, 8-10”
preparing the bed in advance with roots. Intermediate resistance to Alternaria.
Johnny's Bed Preparation Rake on Also available with NOP-compliant
page 203. pelleting. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $2.05/M;
10M @ $1.68/M; 25M @ $1.42/M;
100M @ $1.26/M; 500M @ $1.15/M;
1,000M @ $1.01/M.
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CAULIFLOWER
Cauliflower
GROWING INFORMATION Vitaverde Veronica
Brassica oleracea var. botrytis Graffiti
CULTURE: See cabbage. Cauliflower
prefers a well-drained, fertile soil high in
organic matter, a pH of 6.0-7.5 with a
consistent supply of moisture throughout
the growing season. Irrigate regularly for
best results. Cauliflower does not do well
in hot weather; the best success is with
spring and fall crops.
PLANTING: Sow in 1-11/2” cell-type
trays or peat pots from early March
through June. If possible, keep soil at
least 70°F (21°C) until germination,
and 60°F (16°C) thereafter. Transplant
outdoors when seedlings are no older
than 4-5 weeks old. Older plants tend to
be stressed and do not perform as well
as actively growing seedlings. For early
spring planting, harden plants carefully
by gradually increasing cold before trans-
planting out, 18" between plants and
24-36" between rows.
DISEASES, INSECT PESTS, AND NOTES: Cheddar
See “Cabbage”. Amazing
BLANCHING: When small white heads
become visible through leaves, gather the
outer leaves over the head and tie with
string or a large rubber band to preserve White 223 AMAZING: 68 days.
For late summer and fall. Medium-sized
white curd color. Although tying is not
necessary to grow cauliflower, the practice 230 SNOW CROWN (F1): 50 days. plants with domed, solid curds and self-
helps prevent yellowing of the curd due to Extra early and adaptable. This hybrid blanching, upright wrapper leaves when well
exposure to sunlight and results in better shows unusual seedling vigor. Good- fed. Tolerant to both heat and cold stress.
head quality when curd develops during quality, medium-sized heads whether PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $7.40;
hot weather. harvested in summer or fall. Good 1,000 Seeds $13.35; 5M @ $11.70/M;
HARVEST: Keep an eye on develop- tolerance to moderate fall frost (25°- 25M @ $10.00/M; 100M @ $8.50/M.
ment, cutting heads when desired size is 32°F/-4°-0°C). AAS winner. NOTE: Under
obtained but before the curds becomes fertility or moisture stress, it can show a 3014 DENALI (F1): 73 days.
loose. purplish coloration on the undersides of For fall production. Heads are large, heavy, and
STORAGE: Store at 32°F (0°C) and the heads. Unsized seed. self wrapping. Good heat and humidity tolerances
95-98% relative humidity for 2-3 weeks. PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $7.60; for summer sowings for fall harvest in Eastern
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where 1,000 Seeds $13.75; 5M @ conditions. Good for fall and winter in mild
noted.
$11.70/M; 25M @ $10.00/M; climates. Extensive root system makes it a good
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 90,000-170,000
100M @ $8.25/M. choice for plantings in fields with below-average
(Avg. 128,000).
PACKET: 100 seeds unless otherwise fertility. Good for fresh market or florets. Widely
noted. 3832 BISHOP (F1): adapted. PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $12.45;
65 days. 1,000 Seeds $22.55; 5M @ $19.78/M;
Improved Fremont-type hybrid. 25M @ $16.69/M; 100M @ $12.50/M.
For summer and fall crops. Similar to
Germination Guide Fremont, but a few days later. Bishop 2593G SKYWALKER (F1): J 80 days.
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 has better vigor, improved wrapper The best organic variety for fall. Uniform,
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 leaves, and is more widely adapted. medium-sized, self-wrapping heads. Large
Optimum PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $12.10; healthy plants. Cold tolerant. For late summer
Range: 1,000 Seeds $21.90; and fall harvest. PKT $6.95; 250 Seeds $16.45;
5M @ $19.20/M; 25M @ $16.20/M; 500 Seeds $29.65; 1,000 Seeds $53.70;
100M @ $12.50/M. 5M @ $45.75/M; 25M @ $38.59/M.
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CHICORY
Chicory Clio
Natacha
Rhodos
Indigo
Fiero
Totem and Redoria (top to bottom)
Virtus Garnet Stem
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CHICORY — COLLARDS
Collards
GROWING INFORMATION
Brassica oleracea
CULTURE: See “Kale”
PESTS AND DISEASE: The best insect
control is achieved with the use of fabric
row covers applied at planting, to exclude
insects from the plants. Prevent diseases
with crop rotation and sanitation. Black rot
can be seed-borne. We only stock seed lots
that have been tested free of black rot in a
sample of 30,000 seeds.
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding;
subtract about 14 days if transplanting.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: For
bunching: 220’/1,000 seeds, 1,110’/oz.,
24,000’/lb.
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 4,000 plants/oz.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 60,000-120,000
(Avg. 90,000)
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 22’.
Germination Guide
Clio and Catalogna Special (L to R)
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
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SWEET CORN
3894G ALLURE (F1): J
75 days. (R) (syn)
Organic, midseason synergistic bicolor.
Allure is the first organic synergistic variety
on the market. The 8” ears are refined
and have both great tip fill and excellent
flavor. Plenty of flags, and tight, dark green
husks create an attractive package. Good
cool-soil vigor for a synergistic type. 61/2-7’
tall plants. Select 3894G (Untreated) or
3894VG (Natural III).
Connect with over 28,000 fellow 29,200 seeds)/acre at 2 seeds/ft. in rows Robust 997
farmers and gardeners. 36” apart.
SEED SPECS: See individual varieties. Popcorn
• Ask questions and get answers from PACKET: 100 seeds sows 50’.
our team. 93 ROBUST 997 (F1): 112 days.
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Facebook.com/JohnnySeeds Lb. $13.95; 5 Lbs. @ $12.49/Lb.;
Growingideas.JohnnySeeds.com 25 Lbs. @ $11.02/Lb.;
100 Lbs. @ $10.46/Lb.
Ornamental
2519 MINIATURE COLORED POPCORN:
105 days.
Appeal to the young and young-at-
heart. 6-7’ plants yield 2-3 multi-colored ears
averaging 3-4” each. Space seeds 4-5” apart
for denser stands and smaller ears. NOTE: Also
suitable for popping, but only expect about
50% of the kernels to pop. Avg. 7,800 seeds/
lb. PKT $3.95; 1/4 Lb. $6.95; 1/2 Lb. $11.35;
Jerry Petersen Blue Miniature Colored Popcorn Lb. $17.35; 5 Lbs. @ $15.53/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $13.71/Lb.;
100 Lbs. @ $13.01/Lb.
Broom Corn
GROWING INFORMATION 1624 COLORED UPRIGHTS: RO
Sorghum bicolor 85-110 days.
Brightly colored seed heads. Approx.
CULTURE: Direct seed from last frost
10 stems/plant. Appealing mix of red,
date to mid-June. Sow seeds 1/8”-1/2”
gold, black, and burgundy with every
deep, 2” apart in rows 18-36” apart.
Once plants are 4” tall thin to 8-12” shade in-between. Perfect for fall
depending on use. Wider spacing will decorating. Plant every two weeks
promote thicker stalks. for continuous harvest. Drought
HARVEST: Anytime after seed heads tolerant. 8-9’ plants. PKT $3.95;
have developed. Plants will yield 5-10 Oz. $7.50; 1/4 Lb. $15.00; Lb. $37.50.
stems each. Use in fall arrangements
fresh or dried. 1586 RED BROOM CORN: RO
SEED SPECS: AVG. SEEDS/LB.: 85-110 days.
21,000. Red seed heads. Approx. 5 stems/plant.
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 10-16’. A mix of all the reds our supplier has Red Broom Corn
to offer. Use in fall decorating, fresh or
dried, or for traditional broom making.
Fall Ornamentals Small portions of the seed head can be
cut and used as fillers in arrangements.
Combine ornamental 8-9’ plants. PKT $3.95; Oz. $7.85;
pumpkins, gourds, 1/4 Lb. $30.40; Lb. $76.05.
squash, and dry corn
for attractive displays 1455 TEXAS BLACK: DRO
85-110 days.
at your market.
Shiny, black-coated seeds. Heavy
Pumpkins - pg. 96-101 producer with 8 to 12 stems/plant,
each stem topped with one 8-14” seed
Gourds - pg. 102 head. Most striking once the black seeds
Squash - pg. 113-117 develop and mature. 8-12’ plants.
Grasses - pg. 168-169 PKT $3.95; Oz. $7.85; 1/4 Lb. $30.40;
Lb. $76.05. Colored Uprights Texas Black
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CUCUMBERS
GROWING INFORMATION
Cucumbers
Cucumis sativus (unless otherwise
indicated)
CULTURE: Requires warm, well-drained
soil high in fertility, with a pH of 6.8-7.2.
Consistent, adequate irrigation is needed to
produce an abundant crop. Cucumbers are
very sensitive to cold. Make sure both soil
and air temperatures have warmed prior to
planting. The use of poly mulch and row
covers will greatly enhance the vigor and
potential yields of cucumbers by providing
warmth and insect protection. For green-
house or high tunnel production the use of
gynoecious and parthenocarpic varieties are
highly recommended.
TRANSPLANTING: Sow indoors in 50-cell SV4719CS
plug trays, 1-2 seeds/cell, 3-4 weeks before
transplanting. Keep temperature above 70°F
(21°C) day and 60°F (16°C) night. Transplant
12” apart in rows 5-6’ apart. Do not disturb Slicing
roots when transplanting.
DIRECT SEEDING: Wait until soil is warm, 3885 SV4719CS (F1): 2323 TASTY JADE (F1):
at least 70°F (21°C). Cucumber seeds will 56 days. (A, ALS, DM, PM, S, ZYMV) 54 days. (DM, PM)
not germinate at a soil temperature below The best downy mildew resistance. Early, slender Japanese cucumbers.
50°F (10°C). Sow 2 seeds/ft., 1/2” deep, in Straight, dark green, slicing cucumber Vigorous, high-yielding plants produce
rows 6’ apart. Thin to 12” apart. has good vigor and broad disease resis- glossy, thin-skinned, 11-12” long fruit with
DISEASES: Practice crop rotation, residue tance. 8” long cukes are attractive and crisp, fresh flavor. Parthenocarpic. Suitable
sanitation, and choose disease-resistant uniform with good flavor. Gynoecious. for outdoor or greenhouse culture. Trellis
varieties. Control insect pests to prevent Intermediate resistance to powdery mildew for straight fruit. Intermediate resistance to
bacterial wilt. and the strongest downy mildew resistance downy mildew and powdery mildew.
INSECT PESTS: Exclude cucumber beetles available in a fresh-market slicer. PKT $3.95; 100 Seeds $8.40;
with row covers at planting, or control with PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $12.60; 250 Seeds $18.95; 500 Seeds $29.55;
pyrethrin or azadarachtin. 500 Seeds $18.30; 1,000 Seeds $23.05; 1,000 Seeds $47.25; 5M @ $43.45/M;
HARVEST: Once fruit bearing begins, pick 5M @ $21.41/M; 25M @ $20.90/M. 25M @ $35.65/M.
daily.
STORAGE: Hold cucumbers at 45-50°F
(7-10°C) and 90% relative humidity for up
2417 GENERAL LEE (F1): 2562G CORINTO (F1): BJC
to 2 weeks. 52 days. (CMV, DM, PM, S) 48 days. (CMV, CVYV, PM)
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding; Widely adapted. Though bred for the Early, flavorful, and high yielding.
subtract about 10 days if transplanting. South, where General Lee is a wide- This organic, greenhouse hybrid produces
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 30 seeds ly-grown standard, it has also performed very dark green, uniform, 7-8” slicing
sows 15’, 100 seeds/50’, 250 seeds/125’, well in our Albion trials. Dark fruits with cucumbers despite cool weather or heat.
500 seeds/250’, 1,000 seeds/500’, 15M/ white spines are uniform, attractive, and Small seed cavity. Skin is thick enough
acre at 2 seeds/ft. in rows 6’ apart. average 8-81/2” long. The gynoecious to endure harvesting and handling, but
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 85 plants/100 seeds. plants have a high yield potential. 10% thinner than the average slicing cucumber.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 16,000-21,000 pollinator added. Intermediate resistance Also does well in the field. Gynoecious and
(avg. 18,000). to cucumber mosaic virus, downy mildew, parthenocarpic. Intermediate resistance
PACKET: 30 seeds unless otherwise noted. and powdery mildew. to cucumber mosaic virus, cucumber vein
PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $6.75; yellowing virus, and powdery mildew.
Germination Guide 1,000 Seeds $11.85; 5M @ $10.01/M; MINI (10 seeds) $6.15; PKT $14.95;
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 25M @ $7.62/M; 100M @ $6.33/M. 50 Seeds $25.90; 100 Seeds $45.95;
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 500 Seeds $164.30;
Optimum OLYMPIAN (F1): 1,000 Seeds $306.30.
Range: 52 days. (A, ALS, DM, PM, S)
High yields over a long harvest MARKETMORE 76:
season. Broad disease resistance. 58 days. (CMV, DM, PM, S)
Cucumber Resistance Codes Olympian’s beautiful, dark green, Popular OP variety. The long, slender
Code Name straight, 8-9” fruit are crisp with fresh “Marketmore look’’ has long been the
flavor. Gynoecious with 10% pollinator standard for slicing cucumbers in the
(A) Anthracnose added. Intermediate resistance to alter- North. 8-9” fruits stay uniformly dark green
(ALS) Angular Leaf Spot naria, angular leaf spot, downy mildew, even under weather stress. Begins bearing
powdery mildew, and scab. Order 2903T late, but picks for a relatively long time.
(B) Bacterial Wilt (Treated) or 2903 (Untreated). Intermediate resistance to cucumber mosaic
(CMV) Cucumber Mosaic Virus PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $5.65; virus, downy mildew, and powdery mildew.
1,000 Seeds $9.10; 5M @ $7.70/M; Choose organic or nonorganic seeds.
(CVYV) Cucumber Vein Yellow Virus 25M @ $6.59/M.
(DM) Downy Mildew 336G: Organic J
PKT $4.10; 500 Seeds $4.40;
(PM) Powdery Mildew 1,000 Seeds $5.45; 5M @ $3.14/M;
(PRV) Papaya Ringspot Virus 25M @ $2.28/M; 100M @ $1.65/M.
Pickling Varieties
Watch our videos with leaf spot and powdery mildew. NOTE: Very late to begin bearing.
Greenhouse Expert Andrew Mefferd PKT $4.10; 250 Seeds $4.65; PKT $4.10; 500 Seeds $5.10;
Johnnyseeds.com/Video 500 Seeds $6.70; 1,000 Seeds $11.85; 1,000 Seeds $6.60; 5M @ $3.77/M;
5M @ $7.41/M; 25M @ $5.41/M. 25M @ $2.42/M.
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CUCUMBERS
Greenhouse Varieties
Excelsior
Socrates
Unistars
Corinto
Katrina
Vertina
Tyria
Dimensions may vary
slightly due to cultural
and environmental
conditions.
Unistars Tyria
Greenhouse
3120 UNISTARS (F1): C
42 days. (PM, S)
Spineless, seedless “cocktail”
cucumber. Extremely high-yielding
snack cucumbers for the greenhouse or 2562G CORINTO (F1): BJC 3082G EXCELSIOR (F1): JC
hoophouse are crunchy with excellent 48 days. (CMV, CVYV, PM) 50 days. (CMV, CVYV, PM, S, TSP)
flavor. Can produce multiple fruits per Early, flavorful, and high yielding. Attractive, high-yielding pickler for
node. Vigorous and fast growing. We This organic, greenhouse hybrid produces the greenhouse. Excelsior produces dark
recommend picking daily, at 31/2-4” long, very dark green, uniform, 7-8” slicing green, blocky, nicely proportioned, 4-5”
for best quality. Parthenocarpic and cucumbers despite cool weather or heat. cucumbers with American-style spines.
gynoecious. MINI (10 seeds) $14.35; Small seed cavity. Skin is thick enough Vigorous, balanced plant with consistent
PKT $42.75; 100 Seeds $139.05; to endure harvesting and handling, but fruit setting. Excellent flavor. Also does
250 Seeds $345.05; 500 Seeds $679.80; thinner than the average slicing cucumber. well in screen houses, in the field under
1,000 Seeds $1318.40. Also does well in the field. Gynoecious and row cover, or wherever else pollinators
parthenocarpic. Intermediate resistance are absent. Parthenocarpic and gynoe-
VERTINA (F1): C to cucumber mosaic virus, cucumber vein cious. Intermediate resistance to powdery
49 days. (CMV, PM, S) yellowing virus, and powdery mildew. mildew, cucumber mosaic virus, and
Dark green, productive pickler. High- MINI (10 seeds) $6.15; PKT $14.95; cucumber vein yellowing virus.
yielding, European-style fruits with good 50 Seeds $25.90; 100 Seeds $45.95; PKT $7.10; 50 Seeds $9.90;
flavor. Black spines. Uniform and attrac- 500 Seeds $164.30; 1,000 Seeds $306.30. 100 Seeds $17.25; 500 Seeds $58.35;
tive. Harvest at 3-5”. Parthenocarpic. 1,000 Seeds $106.05; 5M @ $91.20/M.
Intermediate resistance to cucumber SOCRATES (F1): C
mosaic virus and powdery mildew. Order 52 days. (PM, S, TSP) 2079G TYRIA (F1): JC
2712T (Treated) or 2712 (Untreated). Large Beit Alpha for colder condi- 56 days. (PM, S)
PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $13.10; tions. Dark green, thin-skinned, 7-8” Long, European-type, seedless
500 Seeds $21.55; 1,000 Seeds $38.45; fruits are tender, sweet, and seedless. cucumbers. Avg. 14”, lightly ribbed,
5M @ $33.08/M; 25M @ $30.58/M. Suitable for growing indoors with tempera- beautiful, dark green fruits. Delicious
tures ranging from 50-82°F (10-28°C). and bitter-free. Trellis for straight
47G KATRINA (F1): JC Parthenocarpic. Intermediate resistance fruits. Gynoecious and parthenocarpic.
49 days. (CMV, CVYV, PM, S) to powdery mildew. Select organic or Intermediate resistance to powdery
Medium-sized greenhouse cucumber nonorganic seeds. mildew. MINI (10 seeds) $10.95;
with great taste. Katrina produces an PKT $31.50; 50 Seeds $48.95;
early to midseason crop in a hoophouse 2989G: Organic J 100 Seeds $88.50; 500 Seeds $397.60;
or greenhouse. Parthenocarpic. Best when MINI (10 seeds) $6.95; PKT $17.95; 1,000 Seeds $654.90.
harvested at 51/2-61/2” long - a great size 50 Seeds $29.25; 100 Seeds $52.55;
between Unistars and the larger Socrates. 500 Seeds $200.50; 1,000 Seeds $355.50.
Intermediate resistance to cucumber
mosaic virus, cucumber vein yellowing 2989: Nonorganic Larger sizes are available
virus, and powdery mildew. MINI (10 seeds) $5.95; PKT $15.60; Please call 1-877-564-6697
MINI (10 seeds) $8.20; PKT $20.95; 50 Seeds $25.50; 100 Seeds $45.75;
50 Seeds $34.55; 100 Seeds $64.45; 500 Seeds $174.50; 1,000 Seeds $309.25.
500 Seeds $236.55; 1,000 Seeds $455.60.
NEW
DIVA: AC
58 days. (CVYV, DM, PM, S)
Especially flavorful when harvested small. Stay Up-to-Date with
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EGGPLANT
Eggplant
GROWING INFORMATION
Solanum melongena
Dark Purple/Black 2575G TRAVIATA (F1): J
70 days.
CULTURE: Eggplants require fertile, well- 2558 BARBARELLA (F1): 65 days. Traditional black Italian type. Glossy
drained soil with a pH range of 6.2-6.8. Dark purple on white background, black fruit in the classic bell shape, 51/2-
Sow seed in flats indoors during early Italian type. Tender fruits are nearly 61/2” long by 3-31/2” diameter. Good flavor.
spring, or 8-10 weeks prior to planting
round, 4-5” long by 4-6” diameter, with Very uniform and high yielding. Green calyx.
outdoors. Sow 4 seeds/in., 1/4” deep,
some small spines. Good yields with
and maintain soil temperature at 80-90°F
(27-32°C) until emergence and 70°F (21°C) excellent flavor. Uniform with a medium 2267 NADIA (F1): 67 days.
thereafter. Seed will not germinate in cool gloss. The white color under the calyx is Traditional black Italian type. Uniform,
soil. After true leaves form, thin to 2-3” an indication of tenderness in eggplant. 7-8” long by 3-4” diameter fruits are glossy
apart in flats or transplant into 2-3” pots Purple calyx. and blemish free. Tall, sturdy plants can set
or plug trays. To harden plants, reduce fruit under cool conditions. Green calyx.
water and temperature to about 60°F 2829 GALINE (F1): 65 days.
(16°C) for about a week before planting High-yielding, Black Bell type. Very 354 ORIENT EXPRESS (F1): B58 days.
out. Transplant outdoors late spring or early glossy, uniform black fruits are 6-7” long Dark purple Asian type. Attractive, slender,
summer once the weather has thoroughly by 3-4” diameter. Strong plants produce 8-10” long by 11/2-21/2” diameter, glossy
settled. Eggplants are tender, and cold early, firm fruits. High yielding, even in the fruits. Ready up to 2 weeks before other early
weather may weaken them. Use row covers North. Green calyx. varieties. Ability to set fruit in cool weather as
(see Index) for a real boost in performance well as under heat stress. Tender, delicately
and insect control. Remove when plants flavored, and quick cooking. Purple calyx.
reach the covers or when blossoms first
appear. Space transplants 18” apart in rows
30-36” apart, or 2 rows on poly mulch, Shape Part # Variety Length Color Type
18-24” between plants. It is important
to be mindful of over-fertility. Too much 3199 NEW Angela 7" Purple/White Italian
nitrogen often results in large, bushy plants 2829 Galine 6-7" Black Italian
that produce only one small set of fruit. BELL
STAKING: Eggplants may be pruned and 3198 NEW Jaylo 7" Black Italian
staked like tomatoes to keep the fruits 2575G Traviata J 51/2-61/2" Black Italian
straight.
DISEASE: Practice lengthy crop rotation to 255 Mangan 4-5" Dark Purple Asian
avoid Verticillium wilt. A 4-5 year rotation 2267 Nadia 7-8" Black Italian
for all Solanaceae crops is recommended.
INSECT PESTS: Fabric row covers (see CYLINDRICAL 2820 Dancer 7-8" Deep Pink Italian
Index) are the recommended method of 657 Nubia 5-6" Purple/White Italian
control for Flea beetles and Colorado potato
beetles (CPB) for newly-set transplants. 2615 Clara 5-6" White Italian
Once covers are removed, regularly check 354 Orient Express 8-10" Dark Purple Asian
undersides of leaves and crush any orange
egg masses of the CPB. 2013 Machiaw 9-10" Pink Asian
HARVEST: Clip fruit stem with shears. Pick 2201 Orient Charm 8-10" Pink/White Asian
fruits of desired size regularly to encourage LONG
further production. 240 Hansel 3-4" Dark Purple Mini
DAYS TO MATURITY: From transplanting. 2260 Fairy Tale 2-4" Purple/White Mini
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 800 plants/1000
seeds. 241 Gretel 3-4" White Mini
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 5,500-7,200 2117 Kermit 11/2-2" dia. Green/White Asian
(avg. 6,000).
PACKET: 25 seeds. 2433 Calliope 3-4" White/Purple Asian
3890 Raja 21/2-3" White Indian
Germination Guide 3891 Suraj 21/2-3" Light Purple Indian
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 ROUND
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 2611 Beatrice 4-6" Bright Violet Italian
Optimum 2558 Barbarella 4-5" Dark Purple Italian
Range:
2605G Rosa Bianca J 4-6" White/Purple Italian
3047 Ophelia 11/2-2" Dark Purple Indian
Kermit
Ophelia Hansel Suraj Dancer Beatrice Rosa Bianca Orient Charm Machiaw
255 MANGAN (F1): B 60 days. 3047 OPHELIA (F1): G 58 days. Light Purple/Pink
Dark purple Japanese type. Glossy fruits Heavy-yielding, dark purple Indian
avg. 4-5” long by 11/2-21/4” diameter. type. Round to egg-shaped fruits avg. 3891 SURAJ (F1): 60 days.
High yielding and early. Great for pickling. 11/2-2” long by 13/4-21/4” in diameter, and High-yielding, light purple, Indian
Purple calyx. are sometimes produced in clusters of up type. Suraj produces round to egg-shaped
to 3. Sturdy plants have a compact growth fruits, which avg. 21/2-3” long by 13/4-21/4”
habit with few spines. Sets fruit even in in diameter, on compact, sturdy plants.
Calliope cool weather. Adaptable for both field and Fruit shape and size compliments Ophelia,
container. Fruit shape and size compliments Raja, and Calliope well. The shape allows
Calliope, Raja, and Suraj well. Green calyx. for easy stuffing. Few spines. Green calyx.
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EGGPLANT NEW NEW
White Greenhouse
3890 RAJA (F1): 60 days. Eggplants are one of the most popular greenhouse crops due to the very
High-yielding, white Indian type. high yield potential, rapid growth, and the fine quality that are possible
Compact, sturdy plants produce high yields in a controlled environment. At least some heat is recommended for these
of round to egg-shaped, spineless fruits, varieties, which were bred specifically for greenhouse production. They will
which avg. 21/2-3” long by 13/4-21/4” in also grow well in hoophouses in areas with mild weather. Pruning the plant
diameter. Fruit shape and size compliments back to two to four stems and growing on a trellis will result in the best yield.
Ophelia, Suraj, and Calliope well. Great for For more information, please request a copy of our Greenhouse Eggplant
stuffing. Green calyx. technical sheet #8852.
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GROWING INFORMATION Johnny’s first listed Micro Greens in 2001. Due to increasing market
Micro Greens demand, we have continued to add new varieties each year. The micro
Micro greens are used like sprouts, as a
garnish, gourmet salad, or sprinkled over mixes below are a great starting point. For those interested in creating
entrées. Create your own mixes with a their own mix, we suggest starting with 5-6 varieties of varying colors,
variety of leaf shapes, flavors, and colors.
CULTURE: Grow in a greenhouse or flavors, and textures using one of these two methods:
protected area. Since many different species
can be grown for micro greens, we suggest • Mix equal or varying quantities of seed from 5-6 varieties of similar
that you follow the germination instruc- growth rates before sowing.
tions for the specific variety being grown.
However, success can generally be had by • Grow individual varieties separately and then blend once harvested.
following these instructions for Brassica This allows for varieties of different growth rates to be seeded on
family members: Grow in shallow trays or
20-row flats. Broadcast seed thickly on the different days so they will be ready for harvest at the same time.
media surface with seeds 1/4”-1/2” apart, and
cover lightly with sowing mix, vermiculite, Record the seeding dates, varieties, and the percentages of each variety
etc. Ideally, soil temperature should be 75°F
(24°C) until germination, then reduced to to ensure an interesting mix can easily be replicated.
60°F (16°C). Maintain air temperature around
60°F (16°C). Bottom water or mist to prevent
sowing mix from splashing on the seedlings. More Online: Learn Micro Green Seeding Tips at Johnnyseeds.com/Video
Maintain even moisture and do not allow
sowing medium to dry out. If fertilizing,
incorporate fertilizer into the sowing mix
Micro Greens Mixes
before sowing, or use a bottom watering
system for liquid applications to avoid residue
on the leaves.
HARVEST: Once cotyledons have fully
developed or once the first true leaves begin
to emerge, depending upon your market.
Typically micro’s range from 1/2” to 2” in
height. For most items this will be 2-4 weeks
after sowing, depending on the variety,
growing conditions, and final product size
desired. Cut with scissors or a sharp knife and
minimize handling to reduce damage. Micro
Greens must be washed before serving. Shelf
life ranges from 5 to 10 days under proper
storage conditions.
Basil, Dark Opal Basil, Italian Large Leaf Basil, Lemon Basil, Red Rubin Chervil Cilantro
Cutting Celery Dill Fennel, Bronze Fennel, Green Lemon Balm Parsley
5 Top Micro Green Varieties for Beginners Save on Growing Media Costs
These are just five out of dozens of micro Shallow White Leakproof Trays
1. Scarlet Frills Mustard
varieties that can be grown successfully are perfect for mico greens.
2. Hong Vit Radish year-round. Once your micro program Outside dimensions: 10.8 x
3. Yellow Beet is up and running and you’ve mastered 21.25"; 1.3" deep.
4. Cressida Cress these easy varieties, you may decide to
See page 223.
5. Red Russian Kale take it to the next level by diversifying
and customizing your mixes.
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MICRO GREENS
Cabbage, Red Chinese Collard, Cress, Cressida Cress, Persian Hon Tsai Tai Kale, Red Russian Kale, Toscano
Cabbage, Kogane Champion
Kohlrabi, Purple Mizuna Mizuna, Mustard, Mustard, Mustard, Mustard, Mustard, Mustard,
Dark Purple Garnet Giant Golden Frills Green Wave Red Rain Ruby Streaks Scarlet Frills
Mustard, Pac Choi, Radish, Daikon Radish, Hong Vit Radish, Radish, Tatsoi
Suehlihung No. 2 Red Choi Red Arrow Red Rambo
Amaranth, Arugula Beet, Bull's Blood Beet, Early Beet, Rubens Beet, Yellow Carrot Chard,
Garnet Red Wonder Tall Top Bright Lights
NEW
Chard, Komatsuna O.P. Magenta Mustard, Orach, Purslane, Scallion, Evergreen Shungiku
Ruby Red Spreen Red Giant Ruby Red Red Gruner Hardy White
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SPROUTS
Sprouts
NEW
B C D
A
Beans, Garbanzo
NEW
Lentil, Crimson
F H
NEW
J
E
I
Lentil, Large Green
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All of Johnny’s high-germination sprouting seeds have tested negative for the presence of E. Coli 0157 and Salmonella.
Most are certified organic, designated by the J symbol. Sprouting instructions are included with every order.
Part # Variety Description 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb. 25 Lbs. @/Lb.
3162 NEW Beans, Garbanzo Nutty, bean-like flavor. $2.25 $5.25 $11.50 $8.60 $6.88
3160 NEW Lentil, Crimson Bean-like flavor. $2.25 $5.25 $11.50 $8.60 $6.88
3163 NEW Lentil, Large Green Mild, bean-like flavor $2.25 $5.25 $11.50 $8.60 $6.88
2155 Radish, Daikon J Peppery flavor. $2.25 $5.25 $11.50 $8.60 $6.88
2162 A Hard Red Winter Wheat J Sweet, malty. $1.85 $2.95 $6.40 $4.80 $4.12
2154 B Radish, China Rose J Spicy flavor, green leaves, pink stems. $2.65 $5.50 $12.40 $9.30 $8.40
2150 C Alfalfa J Nutty and mild. $3.25 $7.05 $16.15 $13.00 $11.00
2156 D Beans, Mung J Crunchy, mild. $2.25 $5.25 $11.50 $8.60 $6.88
Mild spicy; dark green, pink outlined leaves;
2159G E Kale, Red Russian J $6.35 $12.70 $40.30 $36.93 $33.94
pale pink stems.
2870 F Fenugreek J Rich flavor. $3.25 $7.05 $16.15 $13.00 $11.00
2157 G Mustard, Brown J Hot, spicy. $2.25 $4.50 $10.30 $7.73 $6.18
2106 H Onion Mild onion flavor. $5.45 $13.50 $34.95 $26.21 $22.00
2108 I Broccoli Healthy and spicy. $3.25 $7.05 $16.15 $13.00 $11.00
2290 Broccoli J Healthy and spicy. $5.25 $12.75 $32.30 $26.00 $22.00
Fresh Sprouts at Home Sprouts may be grown in a clean, wide-mouth glass canning jar (typically 1 qt.
or ½ gal.), in a Bioset Germinator, or a commercial sprouter. If using a Bioset
9280 BIOSET GERMINATOR Germinator or a commercial sprouter, please follow the instructions included
A specialized germinator for seeds with your sprouting equipment.
and grains. Just fill the top tray
with water twice a day. A unique
siphon action perfectly controls Variety Days to Harvest Yield
moisture and humidity throughout. sprout length
Plants grow upward separately, Alfalfa 3-5 1 ½- 2” 1 Tbs. of seed = about 1½ cups of sprouts.
without tangling as they do in a
jar. 81/4” tall, 6” diameter. Includes Beans 4-5 1-2” ¼ cup of seed = 1 cup of sprouts.
three 11/2” tall germination trays.
All components of the Bioset Broccoli 5-7 1 ½- 2” 1 Tbs. of seed = about 1-1½ cups of sprouts.
Germinator are Bisphenol A free.
$22.95. Fenugreek 3-5 1 ½- 2” 1 Tbs. of seed = about 1½ cups of sprouts.
9280K BIOSET GERMINATOR KIT Kale 3-5 1-2” 1 Tbs. of seed = about 1-1½ cups of sprouts.
Same as above, but includes five 1-oz.
bags of sprout seed: mild crunchy Mung Lentil 2-3 3/16" ½ cup of seed = about ½ cup of sprouts.
Bean, slightly spicy Broccoli, spicy sharp
China Rose Radish, sweet and malty Hard Mustard 4-5 ½ - 1 ½” 1 Tbs. of seed = about 1 to 1½ cups of sprouts.
Red Winter Wheat, and
spicy hot Brown Mustard Onion 12-14 1-2” 1 Tbs. of seed = 1½ to 2 cups of sprouts.
sprouts. Makes a great
gift. All components of Radish 2-5 ½ -1 ½” 1 Tbs. of seed = about 1-1½ cups of sprouts.
the Bioset Germinator
are Bisphenol A free. Wheat 2-3 ¼ - ½” ½ cup of seed = about 1½ -2 cups of sprouts.
$33.50.
Shoots
Shoots can be used as a garnish, added fresh to salad mixes, or eaten blanched or green. Request your free tech sheet,
item #8222, “Growing Shoots”. Harvest the shoots when they reach the desired size. This should take 7-14 days, depending
upon light, temperature, and the specific crop.
NEW
Buckwheat Field Pea Hard Red Winter Wheat Nasturtium Popcorn Sunflower Tendril Pea
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GREENS NEW
Greens/Salad Mixes
Johnny’s offers mixes of greens that can be harvested at 3-6 weeks for use as
salad mix. Our mixes are balanced for color, texture, and flavor. Brassica greens
germinate and grow faster than lettuces but are susceptible to flea beetles. Our
mixes separate these groups so you can synchronize your sowings and optimize
your use of row covers to control flea beetles. For mesclun mix, plant one of our
lettuce mixes (pg. 64) 5-7 days before planting a greens mix. Mix leaves together
post harvest. Individual varieties may change depending upon availability.
Wasabi Dark Purple Carlton
2697G OVATION GREENS MIX: BJ pg. 50 Mizuna pg. 52 pg. 53
SALAD MIX COLLECTIONS: B NEW 21 days. NEW
NEW Gourmet salad mix. Grow a Organic Greens Mix. A combination of
diverse, high-end salad mix in your own both mild and spicy ingredients. Mix
backyard. includes Red Mustard, Mizuna, Tatsoi, Kale,
3205G Salad Mix Collection: J and Arugula. PKT $4.10; Oz. $8.75;
1/4 Lb. $22.20; Lb. $71.65;
Organic
5 Lbs. @ $64.71/Lb.
This collection contains
1 oz. of Encore Lettuce Mix
(#2366G), 1 oz. of Ovation
653 ELEGANCE GREENS MIX: B
21 days.
Greens Mix (#2697G) and
Stunning colors! Colors range from
1 packet of Kaleidoscope Koji Mizuna Red Rain
dark and bronze red to bluish green for a
Mix nasturtiums pg. 52 pg. 52 pg. 52
beautiful salad. This mix includes Pac Choi,
(#1882G). $24.95.
Red Mustard, Mizuna, and leaf broccoli.
3205 Salad Mix PKT $3.95; Oz. $8.75; 1/4 Lb. $22.20; NEW
Collection: Lb. $71.65; 5 Lbs. @ $64.71/Lb.
This collection contains 1 oz.
of Allstar Lettuce Mix (#2301), 650 PREMIUM GREENS MIX: B
1 oz. of Elegance Greens Mix (#653) 21 days.
and 1 packet of Jewel Mix nasturtiums Dynamic range of leaf shapes and
(#1420). $19.95. colors. An amazing palette of greens and
reds in an array of leaf shapes and textures.
The flavors are equally diverse: spicy to
GROWING INFORMATION mild to slightly sweet. This mix includes
Rosie Shungiku Summerfest
Greens/Salad Mixes Red Mustard, Green Mustard, Chinese
pg. 52 pg. 53 Komatsuna pg. 53
Cabbage, Pac Choi, and Tatsoi.
CULTURE: Sow about 60 seeds per foot PKT $3.95; Oz. $10.25; 1/4 Lb. $25.30;
in a 2-4” wide band, lightly cover (1/8”), Lb. $85.15; 5 Lbs. @ $76.89/Lb.
and firm gently. Begin harvesting in about
3 weeks by clipping with scissors; most
plants in the mix will re-grow. Sow every 2
2302 BRAISING MIX: B 28 days.
Great for stir fry. Harvest at baby or
weeks for a continuous supply of tender, teenage stage for a diverse stir fry mix.
young, mixed greens. Market with other popular stir fry items
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 1000 such as scallions and snow peas. This mix
seeds sows 16’, 200’/oz., 3200’/lb. at 60 includes Green Mustard, Red Mustard,
seeds per foot. Kale, Tatsoi, and Hon Tsai Tai.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: Avg. 15,600 PKT $3.95; Oz. $7.30; 1/4 Lb. $15.75;
PACKET: 1,000 seeds sows 16’. Tatsoi Tokyo Bekana Cressida
Lb. $50.75; 5 Lbs. @ $45.84/Lb.
pg. 52 pg. 53 pg. 51
Persian Cress Upland Cress Watercress Wrinkled Crinkled Amara Garnet GiantGolden Frills Green Wave Red Giant
pg. 51 pg. 51 pg. 51 Cress pg. 51 pg. 55 pg.55 pg. 55 pg. 55 pg. 55
NEW NEW
Red Splendor Ruby Streaks Scarlet Frills Suehlihung No. 2 Green Pac Red Pac Red Veined Sorrel
pg. 55 pg. 55 pg. 55 pg. 55 pg. 54 pg. 54 Sorrel pg. 51 pg. 51
Type Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb. 25 Lbs. @/Lb.
385 Arugula $3.95 $4.95 $7.95 $22.65 $19.99 $18.20
2891 Arugula J $4.10 $5.90 $11.50 $34.35 $30.92 $28.51
2015 Astro $3.95 $4.90 $10.05 $28.60 $25.74 $23.74
2015G Astro J $4.10 $7.20 $13.15 $43.90 $39.50 $36.43
3213 NEW Bellezia $3.95 $9.85 $36.65 $94.25 $93.81 $86.50
Arugula 3213G NEW Bellezia J $4.10 $12.05 $39.70 $113.00 $101.73 —
3043 Dragon’s Tongue $3.95 $20.50 $68.25 $206.00 $173.00 —
2747 Surrey $3.95 $4.90 $10.05 $28.60 $25.74 $23.74
398 Sylvetta $3.95 $8.95 $33.30 $94.75 $85.20 $78.64
398G Sylvetta J $4.10 $10.95 $36.10 $102.75 $92.48 — Goldberg Golden
3865 Wasabi $3.95 $20.50 $68.25 $206.00 $173.00 — Purslane pg. 56
3872 Carlton $3.95 $29.65 $78.50 $262.40 $241.93 $224.35
2840 Dark Purple Mizuna $3.95 $10.60 $25.05 $84.35 $77.78 $72.12
138 Hon Tsai Tai $3.95 $8.60 $20.75 $66.90 $61.68 $57.20
3191 NEW Koji $3.95 $11.30 $26.75 $90.00 $83.00 $77.00
2883 Mizuna J $4.10 $6.15 $11.85 $35.40 $32.62 $30.25
Asian 2510 Red Rain $3.95 $10.60 $25.05 $84.35 $77.78 $72.12
3159 NEW Rosie $3.95 $8.60 $22.15 $70.30 $67.05 $61.70
514 Shungiku $3.95 $6.15 $11.85 $35.40 $30.43 $28.03
323 Summerfest Komatsuna $3.95 $29.65 $78.50 $262.40 $241.93 $224.35
2897 Tatsoi J $4.10 $6.15 $11.85 $35.40 $32.62 $30.25
2251 Tokyo Bekana $3.95 $12.55 $32.10 $104.05 $95.40 $88.96
382 Cressida $3.95 $5.40 $8.55 $24.35 $21.20 $18.03 Gruner Red
382G Cressida J $4.10 $6.15 $9.65 $27.55 $23.97 $20.39 Purslane pg. 56
2779G Persian Cress J $4.10 $8.35 $19.80 $63.40 $55.16 $46.92
Cress
381 Upland Cress $3.95 $5.25 $8.30 $23.65 $20.58 $17.50
384 Watercress $3.95 $20.85 $55.70 $190.45 $165.69 $140.93
2378 Wrinkled Crinkled Cress $3.95 $8.10 $19.20 $61.55 $53.55 $45.55
3147 NEW Amara $3.95 $6.55 $11.25 $29.15 $25.35 $22.90
2797 Garnet Giant $3.95 $7.40 $15.65 $50.40 $45.56 $42.18
2738 Golden Frills $3.95 $8.65 $21.15 $67.65 $61.17 $56.64
377 Green Wave $3.95 $5.45 $9.05 $24.05 $21.63 $19.16
378 Red Giant $3.95 $6.85 $15.10 $46.60 $42.13 $39.00
Mustard
2884 Red Giant J $4.10 $7.40 $15.65 $50.40 $45.56 $42.18
3051 Red Splendor $3.95 $8.65 $21.15 $67.65 $61.17 $56.64
2740 Ruby Streaks $3.95 $8.65 $21.15 $67.65 $61.17 $56.64
2530 Scarlet Frills $3.95 $9.10 $21.80 $70.40 $63.64 $58.93 Magenta
2458 Suehlihung No. 2 $3.95 $6.55 $14.65 $44.70 $40.41 $37.42 Spreen pg. 56
3158 NEW Green Pac $3.95 $5.90 $11.50 $34.35 $30.80 $28.51
Pac Choi
3168 NEW Red Pac $3.95 $8.60 $22.15 $70.30 $67.05 $61.70
2827 Red Veined Sorrel $3.95 $21.35 $57.05 $193.05 $175.67 $164.08
Sorrel 383 Sorrel $3.95 $6.85 $15.10 $46.60 $42.13 $39.00
383G Sorrel J $4.10 $12.10 $33.20 $104.50 $95.08 $88.81
388 Claytonia $3.95 $47.45 $124.95 $416.45 $378.95 —
386 Goldberg Golden Purslane $3.95 $31.25 $84.55 $281.80 $256.45 $245.17
2257 Gruner Red Purslane $3.95 $6.85 $15.10 $46.60 $42.13 $39.00
2778G Magenta Spreen J $4.10 $15.45 $38.90 $129.70 $118.01 $112.82
Specialty
2016 Minutina $3.95 $8.45 $20.65 $68.90 $62.71 —
516 Red Leaf Vegetable Amaranth $3.95 $14.35 $35.75 $119.15 $108.45 —
3999G NEW Ruby Red Orach J $4.10 $16.95 $41.50 $133.80 $123.36 — Minutina
387 Tetragonia $3.95 $14.35 $35.75 $119.15 $108.45 — pg. 57
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Greens
NEW
Arugula
There are two general classes of Arugula. Salad types typically have broad leaves,
vigorous growth rates, and white flowers with pink streaked petals. These types
are usually found in US markets. They have the typical peppery arugula flavor. Wild
types typically have lobed leaves, slower growth rates, and yellow flowers. They are 3865 WASABI: I 45 days.
spicier than the salad types and are the type usually found in European markets Great wasabi flavor. Wasabi arugula
where they are called Rocket or Roquette, but are becoming increasingly popular in gives the same nose-tingling sensation as
the U.S. Flowers of both types have a mild arugula flavor. the wasabi condiment used in Japanese
Salad - Eruca sativa dishes. Leaves are spoon-shaped with a
Wild - Diplotaxis tenuifolia toothed margin. This variety is best for
ARUGULA: IU very early spring and fall plantings as well
21 days baby, 40 days full size. as winter planting in regions with mild
The standard salad arugula. Long, dark, BELLEZIA: I 51 days. winters. Late spring and summer plantings
lobed leaves are suitable for salad mix or NEW Upright plant with dark green have a tendency to bolt. Excellent bunched
bunching. White flowers with dark pink leaves. Leaves of Bellezia are darker green or to add a unique punch to salad mixes.
veins make attractive spicy additions to and more deeply lobed than Sylvetta. NOTE: We regret that we are not able to
salad mixes. Select organic or nonor- In addition, the plant is more upright ship this product outside the U.S..
ganic seeds. allowing for easier harvest. Intermediate PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $12.95; Oz. $20.50;
resistance to downy mildew. Select 1/4 Lb. $68.25; Lb. $206.00;
2891: Organic J organic or nonorganic seeds. 5 Lbs. @ $173.00/Lb.
PKT $4.10; Oz. $5.90; 1/4 Lb. $11.50;
Lb. $34.35; 5 Lbs. @ $30.92/Lb.; 3213G: Organic J GROWING INFORMATION
25 Lbs. @ $28.51/Lb. PKT $4.10; Oz. $12.05; 1/4 Lb. $39.70;
Lb. $113.00; 5 Lbs. @ $101.73/Lb. Salad: Eruca vesicaria spp.sativa
385: Nonorganic Wild: Diplotaxis spp.
PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.95; 1/4 Lb. $7.95; 3213: Nonorganic CULTURE: Arugula prefers a fertile, well-
Lb. $22.65; 5 Lbs. @ $19.99/Lb.; PKT $3.95; Oz. $9.85; 1/4 Lb. $36.65; drained soil, with a pH range of 6.0-6.8 in
25 Lbs. @ $18.20/Lb. Lb. $94.25; 5 Lbs. @ $93.81/Lb.; full sun to part shade. Arugula does prefer
25 Lbs. @ $86.50/Lb. cool conditions and is hardy enough to
ASTRO: I8 38 days. over-winter in many locations from late
Heat Tolerant. A selection of regular SYLVETTA: I summer and early fall sowings. It is also
arugula with less deeply lobed leaves and 50 days. well-adapted for growing in cool green-
a slightly milder flavor. Select organic or Wild Arugula. Also known as wild rocket. houses and high tunnels for winter produc-
tion. Direct seed 1/8” deep from early spring
nonorganic seed. Compared to salad arugula, Sylvetta is
onward @ 30-50 seeds/ft. Germination
slower growing, about half the height,
2015G: Organic J and has yellow flowers. The leaves are also
should take 5-7 days. Keep soil moist to
slow bolting. For a continual supply, plant
PKT $4.10; Oz. $7.20; 1/4 Lb. $13.15; more deeply lobed with a more pungent every 2-3 weeks until 1 month prior to first
Lb. $43.90; 5 Lbs. @ $39.50/Lb.; flavor. Heavily sought after by chefs. Select avg. frost date.
25 Lbs. @ $36.43/Lb. organic or nonorganic seeds. HARVEST: For bunching, cut just above soil
level. For baby leaf, clip leaves for cut-and-
2015: Nonorganic 398G: Organic J come-again. After plants flower, the leaves
PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.90; 1/4 Lb. $10.05; PKT $4.10; Oz. $10.95; 1/4 Lb. $36.10; can still be used but taste is sharper.
Lb. $28.60; 5 Lbs. @ $25.74/Lb.; Lb. $102.75; 5 Lbs. @ $92.48/Lb. Flowers are also edible.
25 Lbs. @ $23.74/Lb. PEST CONTROL: Flea beetles can be
398: Nonorganic controlled by covering the crop with
2747 SURREY: I PKT $3.95; Oz. $8.95; 1/4 Lb. $33.30; floating row covers (see Index) from the
21 days baby, 40 days full size. Lb. $94.75; 5 Lbs. @ $85.20/Lb.; day of sowing. Prevent diseases with crop
Wild Arugula appearance. Similar in 25 Lbs. @ $78.64/Lb. rotation and sanitation.
appearance to wild arugula, but faster and AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: For Salad
easier to grow. Salad arugula flavor. 3043 DRAGON'S TONGUE: I types: 500’/oz., 8,000’/lb., 3.6 lb./acre in
rows 18” apart. For Wild types: 2,100’/oz.,
PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.90; 1/4 Lb. $10.05; 50 days.
34,240’/lb., 0.84 lb./acre in rows 18” apart.
Lb. $28.60; 5 Lbs. @ $25.74/Lb.; Dark green, lobed leaves with a red
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.:
25 Lbs. @ $23.74/Lb. vein. The unusual coloring and piquant Salad: Avg. 15,500 seeds/oz., sows avg.
flavor make this wild arugula a unique 500’@ 30 seeds/ft.
Germination Guide addition to salad mixes. Wild: Avg. 107,000 seeds/oz, sows avg.
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $12.95; Oz. $20.50; 2100’@ 50 seeds/ft.
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 1/4 Lb. $68.25; Lb. $206.00; PACKET: 500 seeds. Wild type sows 10’.
Optimum 5 Lbs. @ $173.00/Lb. Salad type sows 16’.
Range:
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Asian Greens
2883 MIZUNA: JI 2510 RED RAIN (F1): I
With flavors ranging from mildly 40 days. Brassica rapa var. japonica 21 days baby, 40 days full size. Brassica juncea
pungent to sweet, Asian Greens tradi- Essential salad mix ingredient. Unique Dark red Mizuna-type mustard. Deeply
tionally have been used in stir fries mustard green of Japanese origin. Mizuna toothed leaves are similar in appearance to
and soups but are now grilled and produces dozens of pencil thin white stalks a mustard but with a mild, rather than hot,
used extensively in salad mix as well. with deeply cut, fringed leaves. Mild flavor. taste. Excellent for full size bunching or
Their diversity of color, texture, and Continues to produce for several weeks baby leaf. Holds well.
flavor provide many opportunities from one planting as a cut and come again PKT $3.95; Oz. $10.60; 1/4 Lb. $25.05;
to be unique at market. When plants product. PKT $4.10; Oz. $6.15; Lb. $84.35; 5 Lbs. @ $77.78/Lb.;
begin to bolt, the tender shoots may 1/4 Lb. $11.85; Lb. $35.40; 25 Lbs. @ $72.12/Lb.
also be harvested for bunches. 5 Lbs. @ $32.62/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $30.25/Lb. 2897 TATSOI: JI
GROWING INFORMATION 21 days baby, 45 days full size. Brassica
See Individual Varieties 3044 KYOTO: rapa var. narinosa
CULTURE: Sow from early spring through 21 days baby, 40 days full size. Brassica Smooth leaves for salad mixes. Leaves
midsummer. In the South, greens are well rapa var. japonica form a compact, thick rosette. Long
adapted to fall plantings. For full-sized Broad leaves make for easy bunching. harvest period. Mild flavor for salads, stir-
bunching, sow 15 seeds/ft., 1/4” deep in Similar to standard mizuna, but the attrac- fries, etc. Thin to 6-8” apart for full-sized
2” wide bands in rows 18” apart. Most tive, finely-divided leaves are bulkier and rosettes. Unique and easy to grow. NOTE:
varieties do not require thinning. See less deeply cut. Grows well in warm and Suitable for late spring through autumn
catalog descriptions for varieties that do. cool conditions. Mild flavor. Slow bolting. sowing. Spring sowings should be made
Harvest before flowering. For baby-leaf, PKT $3.95; Oz. $6.15; 1/4 Lb. $11.85; after last frost date to eliminate risk of
sow a 2” to 4” wide band at 60 seeds/ft. Lb. $35.40; 5 Lbs. @ $32.62/Lb.; premature bolting.
Clip young leaves when 3-6” tall. 25 Lbs. @ $30.25/Lb. PKT $4.10; Oz. $6.15; 1/4 Lb. $11.85;
PESTS: Flea beetles are best controlled
Lb. $35.40; 5 Lbs. @ $32.62/Lb.;
by covering with floating row covers (see
Index) from day of sowing. 2840 DARK PURPLE MIZUNA: I 25 Lbs. @ $30.25/Lb.
21 days baby, 40 days full size. Brassica rapa
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: For
bunching: 830’/oz., 13,000’/lb. at above Improved purple mizuna. About 75% of 3191 KOJI (F1): I
spacing. For baby-leaf: 210’/oz., 3,300’/lb. the leaves are mostly green with a purple 21 days baby, 43 days full size. Brassica
at above spacing. tinge in the veins and on the margins. 25% rapa
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 8,000-16,500 of the leaves are dark purple. Leaves are NEW Dark green, hybrid tatsoi for
(Avg. 12,250). more deeply toothed compared to regular bunching or baby leaf. The attractive
PACKET: 250 seeds sows 16’ full-size, 4’ Mizuna. Best used for salad mix. Mild savoyed leaves are excellent in salad mix.
baby-leaf. mustard flavor. PKT $3.95; Oz. $10.60; Full-sized plants make a very attractive
1/4 Lb. $25.05; Lb. $84.35; bunched green. Space 12” apart for full-
Germination Guide 5 Lbs. @ $77.78/Lb.; sized heads. Heat and cold tolerant. More
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 25 Lbs. @ $72.12/Lb. attractive, upright, and earlier maturing
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
than Yukina Savoy, which it replaces.
Optimum PKT $3.95; Oz. $11.30; 1/4 Lb. $26.75;
Range:
Lb. $90.00; 5 Lbs. @ $83.00/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $77.00/Lb.
NEW
NEW
Optimum
NEW NEW
Range:
Black Summer
Plant Spacing
Variety Days Leaf/Stem Color Plant Ht. Size
Mini/Full size
Shiro 30 Green/White 4-6" Mini 2-4"
Win-Win Choi 52 Green/White 10-12" Mini/Full 4"/10-12"
White Flash 50 Green/White 12-15" Full 10-12"
Mei Qing Choi 45 Green/Green 8-10" Mini/Full 4"/6-8"
Black Summer 45 Dark Green/Green 10-12" Mini/Full 4"/10-12"
NEW Green Pac 48 Pale Green 10" Baby Leaf/Full 4"/10-12" Green Red
NEW Red Pac 45 Red/Green 9" Baby Leaf/Full 6-8" Pac Pac
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Specialty Greens — Target specific ethnic markets and increase diversity in your salad mix and greens bunches
using these unique varieties.
Corn Salad/Mache
Common in parts of Europe, mache is
tender with a pleasant nutty flavor.
Best for salads. The ability to thrive in
cool weather makes mache the ideal
counter seasonal market item. In
much of Germany, mache is planted
specifically for the winter holiday
salad market.
GROWING INFORMATION
Valerianella locusta
CULTURE: Mache, also known as “corn
salad” or “lamb’s lettuce”, grows well in
cool or mild weather conditions. Mache can
be planted anytime soil temperatures range
from 41-68°F (5-20°C). Do not sow if soil
temperatures have exceeded 68°F (20°C). At
temperatures greater than 70°F (21°C) the
seed will go dormant. In northern latitudes
Spring Tower Claytonia mache can be grown year-round utilizing
3887 SPRING TOWER: 55 days. 388 CLAYTONIA: FI open field, cold greenhouse, and high
tunnel systems. In southern areas mache is
Chinese Celtuce. Originating in southern 40 days. adapted for open field winter production.
China, celtuce is botanically a lettuce. Cold-hardy salad green. Quantities of Sow 1” apart in rows 4-18” apart. Mache
Harvest when the edible stem thickens and heart-shaped leaf pairs ‘’wrap’’ around a germinates slowly in 10-14 days.
reaches a length of 8-10”. The tender stems white-flowered stem. Hardiest of the winter HARVEST: Cut young rosettes (entire
have a flavor that is mild to slightly bitter, salad greens, can tolerate moderate frost plants) at the root attachment when 2-3”
and are typically sliced and used in stir fries and can be grown all winter in mild regions tall. Mache can be used alone, or as a
and soups. Crops grown in cool weather will or in cold greenhouses. The taste of the component of a salad mix.
be milder. Young leaves may also be used in young leaves is wild and fresh. Suitable for AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 750’/oz.,
salads. Grow just like head lettuce. In rows multiple cuttings. Direct seed about 1/2” 51/4 lb./acre at 36 seeds/ft. in rows 12”
18” apart, transplant seedlings 8-12” apart apart, covering 1/4”, rows 12” apart, or apart. Up to double this rate is often used.
or sow seeds every 1” and thin to the same transplant carefully from containers. Thin to SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: Avg. 17,000.
spacing. See lettuce “Growing Information” 4-6” apart. Avg. 47,000 seeds/oz. PKT: Avg. PACKET: 500 seeds sows 16’ at 30 seeds/ft.
for details. MT0-30. Avg. 24,000 seeds/oz. 500 seeds, sows 20’.
PKT: Avg. 500 seeds. PKT $3.95; Oz. $47.45; 1/4 Lb. $124.95; Germination Guide
PKT $3.95; Oz. $17.80; 1/4 Lb. $43.60; Lb. $416.45; 5 Lbs. @ $378.95/Lb. Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
Lb. $140.50; 5 Lbs. @ $129.54/Lb.
Optimum
Range:
VIT
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Kale
Starbor Toscano
GROWING INFORMATION TOSCANO: DI
Brassica oleracea (except Red Russian) 305 STARBOR (F1): F 55 days. 30 days baby, 65 days mature.
For “one-cut” harvest. The finely curled, Italian heirloom. Lacinato or “dinosaur”
CULTURE: Kale prefers a fertile, well- dark blue-green leaves can be harvested type. Unique leaf type: extra-dark green,
drained soil high in organic matter with a with one cut instead of being stripped noncurled but heavily blistered (savoyed).
pH range of 6.0-7.5. Consistent moisture
off the plant individually, as kale is tradi- Rich, tender leaves have a softer texture
will produce the best quality leaves. Plant
from early spring to approximately 3 months tionally harvested. The compact plants, than curly green kales. Tolerant of hot and
before expected fall frost. For bunching, produce leaves that are very uniform, resist cold weather. Tested for Black Rot. Unsized
sow 3 seeds every 8”, 1/4-1/2” deep, in rows yellowing, and have good flavor. Perfect seed. Select organic or nonorganic
18-30” apart. Thin to 1 plant/group. For for harvesting the whole plant at 12-18”. seeds.
baby leaf production, sow 60 seeds/ft. in a PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $13.00;
2-4” wide band 1/4-1/2” deep. You can also 5M @ $11.70/M; 25M @ $8.14/M; 2123G: Organic J
grow kale from transplants, like cabbage. 100M @ $7.16/M. PKT $4.10; Oz. $11.25; 1/4 Lb. $26.25;
PESTS AND DISEASE: Kale is not as Lb. $90.60; 5 Lbs. @ $80.34/Lb.;
afflicted with pests as are other brassica 242G RIPBOR (F1): JF 55 days. 25 Lbs. @ $76.80/Lb.
crops, like cabbage. Apply row covers (see Organic kale. The beautiful, curled green
Index) at the time of planting to exclude leaves are very similar to Winterbor, but 2123: Nonorganic
pests from the crop. Control cabbage with the added benefit of the lower leaves PKT $3.95; Oz. $8.75; 1/4 Lb. $12.90;
worms and loopers with Bacillus thuring- being slower to turn brown. Lb. $40.80; 5 Lbs. @ $37.08/Lb.;
iensis (Bt.). We only stock seed lots that PKT $7.10; 250 Seeds $14.90; 25 Lbs. @ $30.90/Lb.
have been tested free of black rot in a 500 Seeds $24.50; 1,000 Seeds $46.35;
sample of 30,000 seeds.
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding;
5M @ $39.14/M; 25M @ $34.20/M; RED RUSSIAN: I
100M @ $30.75/M. 25 days baby, 50 days mature. Brassica
subtract about 14 days if transplanting.
napus pabularia
2184 REDBOR (F1): F 55 days.
HARVEST: Beginning about 2 months
after planting, harvest by clipping individual Smooth red leaves for baby leaf and
leaves. Kale is very hardy, and the eating Deep purple-red, frilly leaves. Similar to bunching. Stems are purple; leaves are
quality will improve into the late fall and will Winterbor but purple-red. For garnishing flat, toothed, and dark green with purple
be harvestable through the winter in most and eating. Flavor, color, and curling are veins. The plants mature medium-tall
areas. Protecting with row covers can extend enhanced by cold weather. and leaves are tender compared to other
the harvest period. PKT $4.95; 500 Seeds $13.40; kales. For salads and light cooking. NOTE:
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: For 1,000 Seeds $23.90; 5M @ $20.55/M; To extend storage life, dunk leaves in
bunching: 220’/1,000 seeds, 1,110’/oz., 25M @ $17.72/M; 100M @ $16.55/M. cold water post harvest. Select organic
24,000’/lb. For baby leaf: 16’/1,000 seeds, (Unsized) or nonorganic (Sized) seeds.
115’/oz., 1,840’/lb. 365 WINTERBOR (F1): F 60 days.
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 6,100 plants/oz. Standard dark green, curled kale. The 363G: Organic J
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where noted. plants are tall, growing up to 2-3 ft., with PKT $3.95; Oz. $6.35; 1/4 Lb. $12.70;
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 61,000-167,000 excellent yield and better cold hardiness. Lb. $40.30; 5 Lbs. @ $36.93/Lb.;
Avg. 122,000 Leaves are well-curled, blue-green, and 25 Lbs. @ $33.94/Lb.;
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 22’. ruffled. Vigorous plants will continue 100 Lbs. @ $29.72/Lb.
growing to produce leaves for successive
Germination Guide harvests as the lower leaves are harvested. 363: Nonorganic
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $13.00; PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.25; 1/4 Lb. $8.95;
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
5M @ $11.70/M; 25M @ $8.14/M; Lb. $23.35; 5 Lbs. @ $20.29/Lb.;
Optimum 100M @ $7.16/M. 25 Lbs. @ $18.33/Lb.;
Range:
100 Lbs. @ $15.40/Lb.
Kalettes are new and improved, earlier varieties of the late-maturing bicolor
sprout in the Kaleidoscope Flower Sprouts® Mix. While Flower Sprouts only have
one harvest slot late in the season, the three varieties of Kalettes offer early,
mid, and late maturities.
NEW
Siberian
KALETTES™ (F1): B
NEW Great taste and appearance.
Kalettes™ are the product of years of
breeding work that began with crosses
between Brussels sprouts and kale. The
open, flower-like florets are ready when
approximately 2” in diameter. The three
bicolor varieties we offer are specifically
slated for different harvest slots. Autumn
Star is ready for early season harvest,
Mistletoe for mid-season harvest, and
Snowdrop for late season harvest. Plant all
three for an extended harvest program.
PKT $6.95; 100 Seeds $24.65;
250 Seeds $31.90; 500 Seeds $52.00;
1,000 Seeds $99.00; 5M @ $91.05/M;
25M @ $87.76/M.. GROWING INFORMATION
Brassica oleracea
3139 AUTUMN STAR: 110 days. CULTURE: Kalettes™will produce the best
Beira 3140 MISTLETOE: 124 days. florets when planted in fertile soils with
3141 SNOW DROP: 138 days. a pH above 6.5-7.5. To maintain steady
3926 SIBERIAN: I growth, the crop should be well-fertilized
25 days baby, 50 days mature. and irrigated in dry weather. Please see
Curly green leaves for baby leaf and our technical sheet #8851 for full infor-
bunching. Tender, blue-green leaves with 3240 KALETTES™ COLLECTION (F1): B mation on growing, topping, disease and
a mildly sweet flavor. The plants are tall, NEW This collection includes one packet pest control, and harvest.
vigorous and high yielding. More tender each of Autumn Star (for early-season TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 800 plants/1,000
than the extra curly green varieties but not harvest), Mistletoe (for mid-season harvest), seeds.
quite as cold hardy. Pairs well with Red and Snowdrop (for late-season harvest). Plant SEED SPECS: Seeds/lb.: 110,000-115,000
Russian. PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.25; all three for an extended harvest program. (avg. 112,500).
1/4 Lb. $8.95; Lb. $23.35; $16.65. PACKET: 25 seeds (direct seeds avg. 8’,
5 Lbs. @ $20.29/Lb.; avg. 20 transplants).
25 Lbs. @ $18.33/Lb.;
100 Lbs. @ $15.40/Lb.
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KOHLRABI — LEEKS
Kohlrabi
GROWING INFORMATION
Allium porrum
CULTURE: A large, upright, nonbul-
bing type of onion. Matures long, thick,
blanched stems topped with 1-11/2” wide
flat leaves. For large leeks, provide very
fertile soil.
GROWING SEEDLINGS: Sow in flats
in Feb.-March, 1/4” apart, 1/4” deep.
Transplant to 11/2” plug flats when large
enough to handle, or grow full-sized
transplants from direct seeding into a cold
frame. Keep well-fertilized. Large transplants
Winner Kolibri
will grow the best leeks!
TRANSPLANTING: Beginning in late spring,
Fresh Eating when 8-18” tall and pencil-thick, transplant
outdoors 6” apart, rows 24” apart in holes
GROWING INFORMATION 3048 QUICKSTAR (F1): 37 days. dibbled about 6” deep. Only 1-2” of leaves
Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes Extra-early white. Very uniform in maturity need extend above the soil surface. Do not
firm soil - allow irrigation or rain to fill in
CULTURE: Kohlrabi prefers mild or with exceptional earliness and good flavor.
the dibble hole.
cool weather. It is grown throughout Excellent yields. Harvest at 2-3” diameter. Very
DIRECT SEEDING: Sow in early spring, 6
the season in the North, and during similar to Eder, which it replaces. PKT $3.95; seeds/ft., 1/4-1/2” deep, in rows 24” apart.
fall and winter in the South. Sow 15 250 Seeds $6.15; 1,000 Seeds $7.25; Thin to 6” apart for large leeks.
seeds/ft., 1/4-1/2” deep, in rows 12-18” 5M @ $6.50/M; 25M @ $6.00/M; BLANCHING: During the growing period
apart. Thin fresh market varieties to 4” 50M @ $5.75/M; 100M @ $5.50/M. hill the plants with soil 2 or 3 times, higher
between plants. Thin storage varieties with each hoeing. This forces the leaves
such as ‘Kossak’ to 10” between plants. 114G KORRIDOR (F1): J 42 days. higher up the plant resulting in extra long
For earliest crops start in flats or plug Organic white kohlrabi. Similar to Quickstar blanched stalks and a much greater edible
trays and transplant. Fertile, well-ir- in size, but about 5 days later with a richer, portion. When using the “dibble method”,
rigated soil promotes rapid growth slightly sweeter taste. Harvest at 2-3” in hilling is reduced or eliminated.
which makes for a sweeter flavored STORAGE: Wash leeks and store several
diameter. PKT $6.10; 250 Seeds $13.90;
crop. Harvest when roots are about 2” weeks at near freezing in a humid cooler in
1,000 Seeds $46.05; 5M @ $39.25/M;
diameter. boxes, or store in a root cellar with roots in
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct 25M @ $34.14/M; 50M @ $31.83/M.
moist soil/sand/peat mix.
seeding; subtract about 14 days if DAYS TO MATURITY: From transplanting;
transplanting. 321 WINNER (F1): 45 days.
Midseason white. Freshest, fruitiest flavor. add 20-30 days if direct seeding.
DISEASE: We only stock seed lots AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 165’/1,000
that have been tested free of black Holds well in the field without splitting. Avg. 3”
seeds, 1,650’/oz., 11 oz. or 105M /acre at 6
rot in a sample of 30,000 seeds. in diameter. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.95;
seeds/ft. in rows 30” apart.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 250 5M @ $4.84/M; 25M @ $4.12/M; TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 6,000 plants/oz.,
seeds sows 16’, 1,000 seeds sows 66’, 50M @ $3.69/M; 100M @ $3.59/M. 96,000/lb.
436,000/acre at 15 seeds/ft with rows SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 9,375-11,250
18” apart. 320 KOLIBRI (F1): 45 days. (avg. 10,000).
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 4,500 plants/oz., The most attractive and uniform purple PACKET: 250 seeds (sows 38’-40’ or 140
800 plants/1,000 seeds. variety. 3” bulbs with uniform, deep purple transplants) unless otherwise noted.
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where skin, and nearly fiberless, crisp, white flesh.
noted. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $6.35;
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 5,500-7,100 1,000 Seeds $15.35; 5M @ $12.93/M;
(avg. 6,300).
25M @ $11.25/M; 50M @ $10.30/M; Germination Guide
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 8’. Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
100M @ $9.35/M. ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
Optimum
Range:
Storage
KOSSAK (F1): 80 days.
Giant kohlrabi for storage. Kossak will
reach a diameter of up to 8”, and the interior Leek Plant Shipping Information
will still be sweet, delicious, and tender. Peel Plants arrive as dormant starts – expect
the woody “skin” prior to cooking. For best
them to be dry and/or pale in color due
quality and storage, harvest when round and
about 8” diameter, before it begins to
to dormancy and shipping. They are very
elongate. Kossak will keep in cold storage for hardy and will thrive if cared for properly.
up to 4 months. Select 237G (Organic) or Offered in bunches of approximately 50-
237 (Nonorganic) seeds. 60 plants, one variety per bunch. Plants
are shipped weekly from mid-January
237G: Organic J through the end of April. You may choose
PKT $7.10; 250 Seeds $15.90; your desired ship week or plants will be
Kossak 1,000 Seeds $50.95; 5M @ $44.56/M; sent at the appropriate planting time for
25M @ $39.13/M; 50M @ $36.62/M. your location (visit our website for more
Germination Guide details). Plants cannot be shipped to
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 237: Nonorganic Hawaii, Idaho, outside the U.S., or to U.S.
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $7.40; territories.
Optimum 1,000 Seeds $23.30; 5M @ $19.98/M;
Range:
25M @ $17.29/M; 50M @ $16.39/M.
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LETTUCE GROWING INFORMATION
Lettuce Lactuca sativa
At Johnny’s, we trial lettuce varieties over CULTURE: Lettuce is hardy and can be
multiple growing seasons and select the planted as early as the soil can be worked.
It is a cool weather crop and grows best
most adaptable, flavorful, and attractive
at temperatures of 60-65°F (15.5-18.3°C).
varieties for each slot. We cover a wide Careful variety selection is important for hot
array of market needs with babyleaf, weather plantings. Sow every 3 weeks for a
mini heads, and full size heads, as well as continuous supply of fresh lettuce.
bringing you innovations like Salanova®. THERMAL DORMANCY: Lettuce seed can
We help take the guesswork out of offering enter thermal dormancy when exposed to
high temperatures. Optimum germination
lettuce year-round by providing information results at soil temperatures of 60°-68°F
like our Lettuce Planting Program. Most (15.5-20°C). The priming process in pelleted
lettuce varieties are available in pelleted lettuce seeds broadens the temperature
form for ease of sowing. range in which the seeds will germinate,
overcoming some of their thermal
dormancy.
TRANSPLANTING: Sow in flats, 4 seeds/
Head Lettuce Planting Program in., or in 3/4” plug trays, barely covering
seeds with fine vermiculite, 3-4 weeks
Full-sized heads of lettuce are an essential product to have at market and before transplanting outdoors. Shade the
on the farm stand. Variety selection is key in providing your customers flats on sunny, warm days if necessary
with a continuous supply of lettuce throughout the season. Johnny's to keep the soil surface cool, below 75°F
helps take the guesswork out of your lettuce succession plantings by (24°C), until germination. If sowing into
flats, transplant 1-2” apart into flats, pots,
providing the following recommended planting program. NOTE: Even or cell-type containers about 2 weeks later.
heat-tolerant varieties have upper limits of temperatures they can Harden seedlings by reducing water and
withstand. In areas such as the South and Midwest, Johnny's recom- temperature for 2-3 days before planting
mends avoiding planting lettuce during the warmest part of the season. outdoors. Properly hardened transplants can
survive temperatures as low as 20°F (-6°C).
EARLY SEASON Transplant iceberg and romaine lettuce
Planting in cool weather (early spring) for warm weather 10-12” apart, in rows 18” apart. Other
types 8-10” apart in rows 12-18” apart for
(late spring and early summer) harvest. Varieties are full size heads or 6” apart for mini heads.
selected for quick growth so they make full heads. DIRECT SEEDING: Seeds germinate even at
low, 40°F (4°C), soil temperature, but poorly
Type Varieties Page above 75°F (24°C) depending on the variety
Green Leaf Two Star 72 and seed lot. Sow seeds 1” apart, rows
Red Leaf Vulcan 73 12-18” apart. Cover seed lightly, about
1/8”, and firm soil gently. Thin iceberg and
Green Romaine Green Forest 68 romaine lettuce to one plant ever 10-12”,
Romaine Hearts Ridgeline 68 other types 8-10” for full size heads or 6”
for mini heads. Dry soil must be watered
Green Butterhead Nancy 70 to ensure coolness and moisture, and for
Red Butterhead Alkindus 70 uniform germination.
SALAD MIX/BABY LEAF: Sow in a 2-4”
MID SEASON wide band, about 60 seeds/ft.
Planting in warm weather (late spring and early summer) for MT0 SEEDS: A variety’s description
followed by MT0-10 indicates that the
hot weather (mid and late summer) harvest. Varieties are se- seed offered for sale has been tested for
lected for heat tolerance - i.e. resistance to bolting and tipburn. the presence of Lettuce Mosaic Virus and
that no LMV was found in a sample of at
Type Varieties Page least 10,000 seeds. MT0-30 indicates that
Green Leaf Starfighter 72 no LMV was found in a sample of at least
Red Leaf New Red Fire 73 30,000 seeds. NOTE: A disease-free test
result does not guarantee a seed lot to be
Summer Crisp Muir, Carioca, Cherokee 73 disease-free, only that in the sample tested,
Green Romaine Coastal Star, Salvius 68 the pathogen was not found.
DAYS TO MATURITY: For full-size heads
Romaine Hearts Sparx 68 in mild temperatures from direct seeding;
Green Butterhead Adriana 70 subtract 10-14 days if transplanting. Note:
Maturity can be 3 or more weeks later in
Red Butterhead Skyphos 70 cool weather, and up to 1 week earlier in
LATE SEASON hot weather.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: For full-size
Planting in hot weather (late summer) up to 60 days before heads (precision seeded): 220’/1,000 seeds,
first frost for cool weather (fall) harvest. Varieties are selected 5,300’/oz., 5.5 oz./acre 2.5” apart in rows
18” apart. For baby leaf: 16’/1,000 seeds,
for disease resistance and cold tolerance. 400’/oz., 6,400’/lb. at 60 seeds/ft.
Type Varieties Page TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 20,000 plants/oz.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 20,000-30,000
Green Leaf Green Star 72 (avg. 24,000).
Red Leaf Ruby Sky 73 PACKET: 500 seeds unless otherwise
Green Romaine Green Forest, Salvius 68 indicated.
Romaine Hearts Sparx 68 Germination Guide
Green Butterhead Sylvesta 70 Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
Red Butterhead Skyphos 70
Optimum
Range:
GREEN INCISED RED INCISED GREEN SWEET CRISP RED SWEET CRISP
3072JP SALANOVA® FOUNDATION COLLECTION: B 53 days. MORE
Building block for a high-value salad mix. This collection will add not only great flavor, but will ONLINE
increase the loft and weight of a salad mix. It can be used as a stand-alone mix, but is recommended to Find Salanova® growing
be combined with the Salanova® Premier Collection to create a more dramatic offering. The collection, info, technical brochures,
updated to reflect the most recent breeding achievements, includes equal amounts of each of the four
and video at
incised leaf types in individual packages. Suitable for mechanical harvesting or preparing with a knife. Seed
is pelleted using NOP-compliant pellets for planting ease. Utility Patent 5,977,443. MT0-30.
Johnnyseeds.com/Salanova
100 Seeds $17.55; 500 Seeds $27.45; 1,000 Seeds $34.05; 5M @ $29.15/M; 10M @ $27.45/M.
Cored Types — Provide superior color, flavor, and elegant, uniform leaf size. Prepare by removing core with a knife.
3073JP SALANOVA® PREMIER COLLECTION: B 55 days. 3060JP SALANOVA® HOME GARDEN MIX: B
Refine your salad mix with color and flavor. These cored types increase 55 days.
the flavor, color, and overall elegance of a salad mix. They can be used as a Flavorful salad mix grown at home. Easily grow
stand-alone mix, but it is recommended to be combined with the Salanova® salad mix like the professionals. Pre-mixed packages
Foundation Collection to create a mix with greater volume and weight. The include equal amounts of each of our cored type
collection includes equal amounts of each of the four cored types in indi- offerings which can be simply cut with the cutter tool
vidual packages. When prepared with the cutter tool, heads easily fall into to create a flavorful salad which is colorful and elegant.
uniform, individual leaves. Seeds are pelleted using NOP-compliant pellets NOP-compliant pelleted seeds are easy to sow directly
for planting ease. Utility Patent 5,977,443 and Utility Patent 6,320,104. in the garden or plant as transplants. Utility Patent
MT0-30. 5,977,443 and Utility Patent 6,320,104. MT0-30. Pkt:
100 Seeds $17.55; 500 Seeds $27.45; 1,000 Seeds $34.05; 25 seeds.
5M @ $29.15/M; 10M @ $27.45/M. PKT $4.95; 50 Seeds $9.85; 100 Seeds $17.55.
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LETTUCE
Conveniently Pre-Mixed Lettuce Salad Mixes
Johnny’s offers mixes of lettuces and greens that can be harvested at 3-4 weeks for use as salad mix. Our mixes are
balanced for color, texture, and flavor. You may wish to create a unique mix. Call us for details and suggestions on produc-
tion, varieties, handling methods, and marketing possibilities or order our FREE Salad Mix Brochure, #8135.
2301 ALLSTAR GOURMET LETTUCE MIX: BI 192 FIVE STAR GREENHOUSE LETTUCE MIX: BI
28 days. 28 days. (DM)
Our most popular mix. This blend combines balanced color A blend of downy mildew resistant varieties for indoor
with balanced texture. Includes Green Oakleaf, Red Oakleaf, Green production. Newly reformulated for more uniform growth rates.
Romaine, Red Romaine, Lollo Rossa, and Red Leaf lettuces. The components were selected for their ability to hold their color
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $8.90; Oz. $15.80; 1/4 Lb. $38.40; (especially red leaf varieties). Includes Green Oakleaf, Red Oakleaf, Red
Lb. $134.40; 5 Lbs. @ $126.25/Lb. Romaine, Green Leaf, and Red Leaf lettuces. MT0-30.
PKT $5.95; 1/2 Oz. $15.55; Oz. $28.10; 1/4 Lb. $74.25;
Lb. $257.20; 5 Lbs. @ $250.16/Lb.
GROWING INFORMATION
NEW SALAD MIX COLLECTIONS B CULTURE: Gently shake the packet to mix
NEW Gourmet salad mixes. Grow a diverse, the seeds. Tap the packet to sprinkle seeds
high-end salad mix in your own backyard. about 60 seeds per foot in a 2-4” wide
band, lightly cover (1/8”), and firm gently.
3205G Salad Mix Collection: J Dry soil must be sprinkled to ensure even
Organic germination. Begin harvesting in about
This collection contains 1 oz. of Encore Lettuce 3 weeks by clipping with scissors; most
Mix (#2366G), 1 oz. of Ovation Greens Mix plants in the mix will regrow.
(#2697G) and 1 packet of Kaleidoscope Mix AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 400’/oz.,
nasturtiums (#1882G). $24.95. 6,400’/lb. at 60 seeds/ft.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: Avg. 32,000.
3205 Salad Mix Collection: PACKET: 1,000 seeds sows 16’.
This collection contains 1 oz. of Allstar Lettuce Mix
(#2301), 1 oz. of Elegance Greens Mix (#653)
and 1 packet of Jewel Mix nasturtiums (#1420).
$19.95.
Black Seeded Simpson Lettony Red Sails Waldmann’s Dark Green Firecracker
NEW
NEW NEW
NEW
Type Part # Variety PKT 1,000 Seeds 5M @/M 50M @/M 500M @/M Pricing: Includes seed, priming
and coating.
2701JP Bambi $4.95 $14.65 $7.32 $5.78 $5.29
Bibb, Green Seeding Rate: 130,000 pellets/
442JP Winter Density $4.85 — $2.11 $1.60 $1.37 acre at 6 pellets/ft. in rows 24”
Bibb, Red 2805JP Australe $4.95 $11.65 $5.84 $5.30 $4.88 apart or 6,000 pellets/1,000 ft.
Butterhead, Green 2358JP Adriana $4.95 $11.65 $5.84 $5.30 $4.88 row. Stanhay belt 13.0.
Seed Specs: Avg. 12,500 pellets/
2962JP Red Cross $4.95 $9.45 $4.72 $4.24 $3.98
Butterhead, Red lb; 500,000 pellets/40 lb. Seed
23JP Skyphos $6.95 $24.50 $12.26 $9.85 $9.06 size 13.0.
260JP Green Star $4.95 $8.65 $4.33 $3.30 $2.63 Seeds/PKT: 250 seeds.
Leaf, Green
3203JP Starfighter $4.95 $14.65 $7.32 $5.78 $5.29
2542JP Ruby Sky $4.95 $14.65 $7.32 $5.78 $5.29
Leaf, Red
464JP Vulcan $4.95 $8.95 $4.46 $3.40 $2.71
3155JP Ilema $7.95 $27.20 $13.59 $11.02 $10.20
Lollo, Green
2574JP Livigna $7.95 $27.20 $13.59 $11.02 $10.20
Lollo, Red 3211JP Antonet $7.95 $27.20 $13.59 $11.02 $10.20
Oakleaf, Green 102JP Panisse $4.95 $11.80 $5.89 $5.41 $4.93
2380JP Oscarde $4.95 $9.45 $4.72 $4.24 $3.98
Oakleaf, Red
3061JP Rouxai $6.95 $24.50 $12.26 $9.85 $9.06
3216JP Auvona $6.95 $25.25 $12.63 $10.15 $9.33
3063JP Fenberg $4.95 $15.30 $7.65 $6.03 $5.52
Romaine, Green 3207JP Monte Carlo $4.95 $10.40 $5.20 $4.00 $3.55
2543JP Salvius $6.95 $25.25 $12.63 $10.15 $9.33
3156JP Sparx $4.95 $9.35 $4.67 $3.54 $2.97
Romaine, Red 3210JP Thurinus $6.95 $24.50 $12.26 $9.85 $9.06
Romaine, Green 2196JP Green Forest $4.95 $9.35 $4.67 $3.54 $2.97
Summer Crisp, Green 439JP Nevada $4.95 — $2.81 $2.11 $1.79
3202JP Carioca $4.95 $8.45 $4.21 $3.16 $2.68
Summer Crisp, Red 2741JP Cherokee $4.95 $12.85 $6.42 $5.87 $5.25
2759JP Teide $5.95 $23.35 $11.18 $10.26 $9.37
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LETTUCE
Full Size Head
Romaine/Cos
NEW 3216 AUVONA: 55 days. (DM)
Green NEW Open heart romaine. Medium
Baby Leaf green with attractive, slightly savoyed leaves.
Open hearts of leaves with a uniform width
3145G AEROSTAR: J from top to bottom. Good texture and
30 days. (DM, LMV) flavor. Suitable for mechanical harvesting.
NEW Disease resistant, babyleaf, green Utility Patent granted. Resistant to downy
romaine. Aerostar has well-rounded, spoon- mildew races 1-22, 24-26, and 28. MT0-30.
shaped, medium green leaves that are upright Also available with NOP-compliant
with thin petioles. Very similar in appearance to pelleting.
Defender but slightly slower growing and with
more disease resistance. Utility Patent granted. 3206G HOLON: J
Resistant to downy mildew races 1-27 and 55 days. (DM, LMV, Nr)
intermediate resistance to lettuce mosaic virus. NEW Attractive blonde romaine for
MT0-30. full size. Dense, upright heads with good
flavor. Suitable for spring, summer, and fall
2793G DEFENDER: BJI cultivation. Closes slowly and holds well
28 days. (DM) in the field. Uniform plants. Utility Patent
Holon Green romaine with disease resistance. granted. Resistant to downy mildew races
Defender’s leaves are more rounded, darker 1-27 and intermediate resistance to lettuce
green and more attractive compared to Parris mosaic virus. MT0-30. Also available with
NEW Island. Upright and vigorous. It has performed NOP-compliant pelleting.
extremely well in poly-tunnel and greenhouse
trials. Resistant to downy mildew races 1-16, 2536G RIDGELINE: BJL
19, 21, and 23. MT0-30. 56 days.
The best for romaine hearts in spring.
349G JERICHO: JI8 Tall, upright plants produce long, dense
29 days baby. hearts with good flavor. For early or late
Sorry, no seed available this season. harvest. Ridgeline is not heat tolerant.
Medium to dark green leaves are slightly
2234N PARRIS ISLAND: JI savoyed. MT0-30. Also available pelleted.
29 days. See page 67.
The standard green romaine for baby leaf.
Provides good flavor and texture to salad mix. 2196 GREEN FOREST: L56 days. (Rs)
Dark green leaves. Our most attractive green romaine
for full-size heads. Early, tall, and dark
green. Green Forest is slow-bolting and
Mini Head has smooth ribs so it packs and handles
Monte Carlo 3884G DRAGOON: J with little damage. A good performer for
43 days. (DM, LMV, Nr) field or greenhouse production in conven-
True, green, mini romaine. Compact and tional and hydroponic systems. Tolerant
NEW uniform. Leaves are thick and have an excellent to tipburn. MT0-30. Also available with
crisp texture. Heads are very dense, hold well in NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 67.
the field, and can be attractively marketed with
mini red romaines. Bolting and tipburn tolerant. 2963G COASTAL STAR: J8
For spring, summer, and fall. Suitable for hydro- 57 days. (Rs)
ponic systems. Resistant to downy mildew races Heat tolerant, full-size romaine. The
1-27 and intermediate resistance to lettuce large, heavy heads are dark green. Suitable
mosaic virus. MT0-30. Also available with for marketing as full heads or romaine
NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 67. hearts. Good, sweet flavor. Utility Patent
granted. Intermediate resistance to corky
3207 MONTE CARLO: 8 root. MT0-30. Also available pelleted.
46 days. (DM) See page 67.
NEW Dark green, compact romaine for
Sparx mini and full-size heads. Unique growth 3156 SPARX: 8 58 days. (DM)
habit with savoyed leaves forming in a whorl. NEW Heat-tolerant romaine for hearts.
Very attractive, uniform plants that are extra High-yielding, upright, dense heads produce
dark green. Dense heads can be harvested at a long, uniform hearts with good flavor. Ideal
mini size or slightly larger. Creamy centers with for spring, summer, or fall harvests. Similar
great flavor. Resistant to downy mildew races to Helvius, which it replaces, but longer
1-16, 19, 21, and 23. MT0-30. Also available hearts and more attractive plants. Utility
with NOP-compliant pelleting. Patent granted. Resistant to downy mildew
races 1-17, 19, 21, and 23. MT0-30. Also
3063 FENBERG: B available with NOP-compliant pelleting.
50 days. (DM)
Slow-bolting, mini novelty lettuce. Truly 2543 SALVIUS: 8 58 days. (DM, Nr, Rs)
unique variety with a romaine-like growth habit Bolt tolerant, widely adaptable, full-size
with very thick, extremely crisp, sweet leaves. romaine. Medium green, upright plants.
Very uniform, dense heads of glossy, medi- Open habit makes it more suitable for heads.
um-green leaves. Slow to bolt and holds in the Good flavor with a crisp texture. Utility
field well. Tolerant to tipburn. Widely adaptable. Patent granted. Resistant to downy mildew
Resistant to downy mildew races 1-16, 19, 21, races 1-26 and 28. Intermediate resistance
and 23. MT0-30. Also available pelleted. See to corky root. MT0-30. Also available with
Fenberg page 67. NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 67.
OUTREDGEOUS: JI 28 days.
Versatile red romaine for baby leaf
production. Solid bright red-colored baby
leaf which maintains its color even under
low-light conditions. Ruffled leaf margins.
MT0-30. Select 2208G (Organic) or
2208N (Nonorganic) seeds. Mini Head
NEW 118G BREEN: JL
2236N ROUGE D'HIVER: JDFI 45 days. (DM)
28 days. True compact, red, mini romaine. The
Standard red romaine for baby leaf. short plant averages 8” tall and is very slow
An old French variety with medium-red to become oversized. Color is a medium
tinted leaves and excellent flavor. Good bronze red. Though best for mini heads,
regrowth. Tolerant to cold, but avoid hot it can also be used as a medium red baby
weather. Non MT0. leaf. Especially nice marketed with other
mini romaines. Utility Patent granted.
2716NG FLASHY TROUT BACK: JI Resistant to downy mildew races 1-21,
27 days. 23-26, and 28. MT0-30. Also available
Attractive speckled red baby leaves. pelleted. See page 67.
Spots darken from red to maroon as the
lettuce matures. More refined selection of Thurinus 3880G TRUCHAS: J
Freckles. Non MT0. 47 days. (DM, LMV)
Baby Leaf Romaine Lettuce Pricing Dark red, mini romaine. The compact,
mini heads are dark red even in the North.
5 Lbs. 25 Lbs. Plants avg. 6-8” in height and fill out
Color Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. @/Lb. @/Lb.
nicely. Market as a 3-pack with a green,
Green 2793G Defender J $4.10 $20.95 $55.90 $192.50 $172.08 $158.29 and a bronze-red variety. Utility Patent
2802G Annapolis J $4.10 $25.15 $65.90 $229.95 $223.85 $216.64 granted. Resistant to downy mildew races
2716NG Flashy Trout Back J $3.95 $9.80 $24.15 $83.00 $79.15 $75.11 1-27. MT0-30. Also available with
NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 67.
Red 2208N Outredgeous $3.95 $6.55 $14.70 $45.00 $39.89 $32.04
2208G Outredgeous J $4.10 $16.15 $43.50 $149.60 $140.70 $135.34 Full Size Head
2236N Rouge d’Hiver J $4.10 $9.05 $21.55 $71.55 $64.27 $60.56
3210 THURINUS: 56 days. (DM, LMV, Nr)
Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M 500M NEW Dark red romaine for full size.
@/M @/M Attractive red romaine with great contrast
Green 3145G Aerostar J $4.10 $1.61 $1.26 $1.02 $0.94 $0.84 between dark red and lighter green at the
base of the leaf. Similar color compared
Mini and Full Size Head Romaine Lettuce Pricing to Red Cash, which it replaces. Uniform
plants are well-suited for spring, summer,
5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M 500M and fall. Utility Patent granted. Resistant to
Color Part # Variety PKT @/M @/M
downy mildew races 1-28, 30, and 31 and
3216 Auvona $5.95 $10.45 $8.96 $8.26 $7.90 $7.48 intermediate resistance to lettuce mosaic
2963G Coastal Star J $4.10 $4.21 $3.50 $3.29 $3.04 $2.88 virus. MT0-30. Also available with
3884G Dragoon J $5.95 $9.18 $7.85 $7.32 $6.95 $6.63 NOP-compliant pelleting.
3063 Fenberg $3.95 $5.81 $4.82 $4.48 $4.29 $4.19
250 RED ROSIE: B 56 days. (DM)
2196 Green Forest $3.95 $2.54 $2.11 $1.85 $1.69 $1.53 Attractive, light red romaine for full
Green
3206G Holon J $4.95 $9.18 $7.85 $7.32 $6.95 $6.63 size. The leaves are red more than half way
3207 Monte Carlo $3.95 $4.34 $3.61 $3.39 $3.13 $2.97 down and then fade to green, creating a
unique ‘half and half’ look. Upright habit.
2536G Ridgeline J $4.10 $2.21 $1.79 $1.65 $1.53 $1.43 Resistant to downy mildew races 1-16, 19,
2543 Salvius $5.95 $10.45 $8.96 $8.26 $7.90 $7.48 21, and 23. MT0-30.
3156 Sparx $3.95 $2.54 $2.11 $1.85 $1.69 $1.53
118G Breen J $5.95 $9.18 $7.85 $7.32 $6.95 $6.63
Lettuce Resistance Codes
Code Name
250 Red Rosie $3.95 $1.22 $1.18 $1.11 $1.06 $1.03
Red (DM) Downy Mildew
3210 Thurinus $5.95 $10.15 $8.70 $8.03 $7.67 $7.26
(LMV) Lettuce Mosaic Virus
3880G Truchas J $5.95 $9.18 $7.85 $7.32 $6.95 $6.63 (Nr) Lettuce Aphid
5 Lbs. 25 Lbs. (Rs) Corky Root
Color Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. @/Lb. @/Lb. Tomato Bushy Stunt Virus
(TBSV)
Green 2234N Parris Island J $3.95 $8.75 $14.00 $40.05 $35.06 $31.56 (Lettuce Dieback Complex)
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LETTUCE
NEW
Nancy Alkindus
Butterhead
Green Red
Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M @/M 500M @/M
2358 Adriana $3.95 $4.88 $4.78 $4.48 $4.30 $4.13
3882G Mirlo J $4.95 $8.01 $6.90 $6.24 $5.85 $5.46
Green 438G Nancy J $4.10 $2.44 $2.40 $2.22 $2.12 $2.07
2967P Rex $10.95 $21.45 — $19.50 $18.50 $18.00
2739G Sylvesta J $4.10 $4.78 $4.67 $4.35 $4.14 $3.98
3212G Alkindus J $4.95 $8.01 $6.90 $6.24 $5.85 $5.46
Red
23 Skyphos $5.95 $10.15 $8.70 $8.03 $7.67 $7.26
Rex
Iceberg
Full Size Head
Spretnak Rhazes
Bibb
Green
Full Size Head
Mini Head
423G DEER TONGUE: JDI 435G BUTTERCRUNCH: BJI
46 days. 46 days.
Well-known, heirloom bibb type. An Improved selection for full-size heads.
heirloom with unique, tongue-shaped Johnny’s produced this using the original
leaves and excellent flavor. Slow to bolt. stock seed from Cornell University. Forms a
small, open but tightly bunched, 6” rosette
3883G SPRETNAK: J that is fan-shaped rather than round. Dark
Crispino
52 days. (DM, LMV) green leaves and small compact hearts that
Disease resistant Little Gem-type. Dark blanch to an appetizing yellow color. Crisp 444G CRISPINO: BJ
green, soft textured leaves form a nice and sweet. Slow bolting. MT0-30. 57 days.
blanched heart. Upright, and slightly larger Adaptable iceberg. Medium-sized, glossy
than the traditional Little Gem-type. Best Red green, firm heads. More uniform and less
for spring and fall production. Resistant susceptible to twisted leaves compared to
to downy mildew races 1, 4-21, 23-26, Mini Head most iceberg varieties. High percentage of
and 28. Intermediate resistance to lettuce perfect heads, even when grown in less
mosaic virus. MT0-30. Also available 2805 AUSTRALE: than ideal, warm and humid conditions.
with NOP-compliant pelleting. See 49 days. (DM, LMV) White interior, juicy, and mild. MT0-30.
page 67. Red-blushed bibb for mini-head Also available pelleted. See page 67.
production. Heads mature small and PKT $4.10; 5M @ $2.01/M;
2701 BAMBI: L dense early, and are especially suited for 25M @ $1.79/M; 50M @ $1.63/M;
50 days. (DM) mini-head production. Harvest promptly 100M @ $1.41/M; 500M @ $1.30/M.
Little Gem-type for mini heads. Bambi’s when heads are firm as they will bolt
dark green, smooth leaves form true mini quickly after reaching maturity. Resistant
heads that set a new standard for lettuce to downy mildew races 1-25, 27, and 28.
flavor and texture. Performs well in early, Intermediate resistance to lettuce mosaic
mid, and late plantings. Resistant to virus. MT0-10. Also available with
downy mildew races 1, 5, and 7. MT0-30. NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 67.
Also available with NOP-compliant
pelleting. See page 67. 2572G RHAZES: J
42 days. (DM)
442 WINTER DENSITY: FI Red Little Gem-type for spring,
54 days. summer, and fall mini-head produc-
Unique, specialty bibb-romaine tion. Dark red leaves with a bright green
type for mini heads. Compact, extra- heart. Very uniform and slow to bolt. Pairs
dark green heads, avg. 8” tall. Very very nicely with other mini bibbs. Utility
tightly folded. Best described as a tall Patent granted. Resistant to downy mildew
Buttercrunch. Flavor and texture are races 1, 4-6, 13, 15, and 17. MT0-30.
excellent. Suitable for all seasons - a Also available with NOP-compliant
top performer in our Quick Hoops™ pelleting. See page 67.
trials. MT0-30. Also available with
NOP-compliant pelleting. See page 67.
Reine des Glaces
Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M @/M 500M @/M 3100G REINE DES GLACES: JD
2701 Bambi $3.95 $5.68 $4.70 $4.38 $4.19 $4.10 60 days.
Spiky leafed iceberg-type lettuce.
Green 3883G Spretnak J $5.95 $9.99 $8.54 $7.93 $7.57 $7.16 Slow bolting, crisp, sweet leaves with soft
442 Winter Density $3.95 $1.06 $0.61 $0.57 $0.55 $0.52 “spiky” margins. Reine des Glaces is similar
2805 Australe $3.95 $5.78 $4.78 $4.48 $4.30 $4.13 to iceberg lettuce but smaller and more
Red attractive. The heads close up, but not as
2572G Rhazes J $5.95 $9.99 $8.54 $7.93 $7.57 $7.16 dense. Well-maintained French heirloom.
Reine des glaces translates to “Queen of
Color Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb. the ice”. MT0-30.
435G Buttercrunch J $4.10 $9.90 $24.30 $83.45 $79.31 PKT $4.10; 5M @ $1.43/M;
Green 25M @ $1.29/M; 50M @ $1.18/M;
423G Deer Tongue J $4.10 $14.15 $45.15 $157.40 $138.42 100M @ $1.02/M.
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LETTUCE
NEW Leaf
Green
Baby Leaf
3838G LETTONY: JI
29 days. (DM)
Fast-growing, dark green leaf with
disease resistance. Dark green, thick
leaves with slightly serrated margins.
Upright plant habit. Utility Patent granted.
Resistant to downy mildew races 1-27.
MT0-30.
425N
BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON: DI
28 days.
Standard light green baby leaf. An
early producer of light green, curled,
tender leaves.
428G
WALDMANN'S DARK GREEN: JI
28 days.
Traditional dark green baby leaf. The
standard green leaf lettuce most widely
grown. MT0-30.
Starfighter
Full Size Head
Bolt Tipburn Heat
451G TWO STAR: JL
Color Variety Days Tolerance Size/Weight 51 days. (TBSV)
Tolerance Tolerance
The standard green leaf for full-size
Starfighter 52 Excellent Excellent Excellent Med/Heavy heads. Dark green leaves with good
Two Star J 51 Good Good Average Average tolerance to bolting and tipburn. Medium-
Green size heads with very good flavor. MT0-30.
Tropicana 52 Excellent Excellent Excellent Med/Heavy Also available pelleted. See page 67.
Green Star 53 Excellent Excellent Excellent Med/Heavy
3203 STARFIGHTER: 8
Vulcan 52 Good Good Average Med/Med 52 days. (DM, Nr)
Red New Red Fire J 55 Excellent Excellent Excellent Med/Heavy
NEW Heat-tolerant, disease-resis-
tant green leaf. Starfighter produces
Ruby Sky 58 Good Good Average Large/Heavy high yields of uniform, medium-size heads
with good flavor. The dark green leaves
Baby Leaf Lettuce Pricing are shiny and slightly savoyed. Excellent
bolt and tipburn tolerance combined with
5 Lbs. 25 Lbs. disease resistance. Utility Patent granted.
Color Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb.
@/Lb. @/Lb.
Resistant to downy mildew races 1-25, 27,
425N Black Seeded Simpson $3.95 $5.15 $7.95 $19.30 $16.63 $14.96 28, 30, and 31. MT0-30. Also available
Green
428G Waldmann’s Dark Green J $4.10 $17.00 $45.75 $149.60 $140.70 $135.38 with NOP-compliant pelleting.
Red
2976 Firecracker $3.95 $10.90 $28.95 $98.20 $92.08 $85.93
TROPICANA: J8
431G Red Sails J $4.10 $11.70 $29.05 $99.55 $95.17 $91.05 52 days. (Rs)
Heat tolerant, dark green leaf
Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M @/M 500M @/M type. Plants produce full heads with
Green 3838G Lettony J $4.10 $1.61 $1.26 $1.02 $0.94 $0.84 heavy leaves. Tolerant to tipburn. Utility
Patent granted. MT0-30. Select 2485G
Red 3208G Tamarindo J $4.10 $1.61 $1.26 $1.02 $0.94 $0.84 (Organic) or 2485 (Nonorganic) seeds.
Also available pelleted. See page 67.
Mini and Full Size Head Leaf Lettuce Pricing
500M 260JP GREEN STAR: 8
Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M @/M 53 days. (DM)
@/M
3203 Starfighter $3.95 $6.52 $5.52 $5.09 $4.89 $4.53 Bright green color with excellent
tolerance to hot weather, bolting,
2485 Tropicana $3.95 $2.39 $1.91 $1.75 $1.53 $1.47 and tipburn. Green Star’s shiny green
Green
2485G Tropicana J $4.10 $4.34 $3.61 $3.39 $3.13 $2.97 color makes it look especially “fresh” for
451G Two Star J $4.10 $2.12 $1.75 $1.58 $1.33 $1.05 retail sales and in salads. Medium-size
heads with very good flavor. Resistant to
430G New Red Fire J $4.10 $1.40 $0.96 $0.79 $0.73 $0.69 downy mildew races 1-18. MT0-30. Only
Red 2542 Ruby Sky $3.95 $6.52 $5.52 $5.09 $4.89 $4.53 available pelleted.
464 Vulcan $3.95 $1.43 $1.01 $0.84 $0.79 $0.70
NEW
Panisse
Oakleaf
Green Red
Full Size Head 405N Tango $3.95 — $7.45 $16.35 $44.15 $39.04 $32.78
2792G Garrison J $4.10 $12.70 $23.25 $61.50 $214.05 $171.23 $145.55
102 PANISSE: B8 Red
2233N Red Saladbowl J $4.10 — $7.95 $17.45 $50.85 $42.54 $36.51
48 days. (DM, LMV, Nr)
Compact full-size heads with disease
resistance. The large, lime-green, lobed Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M @/M 500M @/M
oak leaves have excellent flavor. Best for Green 3021G Bolsachica J $4.10 $1.61 $1.26 $1.02 $0.94 $0.84
early or late plantings, but suitable for
Red 3146G Blade J $4.10 $1.61 $1.26 $1.02 $0.94 $0.84
summer in the north. Resistant to downy
mildew races 1-17, 21, and 23; and inter-
mediate resistance to lettuce mosaic virus.
MT0-10. Also available pelleted. See
page 67.
Full Size Head Oakleaf Lettuce Pricing
Color Part # Variety PKT 5M @/M 25M @/M 50M @/M 100M @/M 500M @/M
For the complete list and more Green 102 Panisse $3.95 $4.88 $4.78 $4.51 $4.24 $4.13
information on all of our
Vegetable Resistance Codes 2380 Oscarde $3.95 $3.92 $3.81 $3.66 $3.49 $3.34
Red
see page 156D near our Order Form. 3061 Rouxai $5.95 $10.15 $8.70 $8.03 $7.67 $7.26
Edible Flowers
for Salad Mix
Create custom and dynamic salad mixes
by adding flowers and herbs for a distinct
appeal at market. Herbs and flowers add
texture, color and flavor elements that will
brighten up any mix or salad.
Livigna
Ilema
Antonet
Lollo
Green Red
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MELONS
Melons
Cantaloupe
These are the familiar American melons
with orange flesh and a corky “net” on the
skin. Fruits are ripe when skin color warms
and the fruit slips easily from the vine.
We offer varieties of both Eastern (deeply
ribbed skin) and Western (smooth-skinned)
melons. Johnny’s varieties compete very
favorably with the run-of-the-mill super-
market melons which tend to be very firm
and have only mildly sweet flavor.
Variety Days Size (lbs) Shape Net Suture/Rib Flesh color Flavor Disease Resistance
Halona F1 73 4-5 Round/Oval Medium Medium Orange Excellent F3, PM
Earlichamp F1 75 41/2-61/2 Round/Oval Heavy Slight Orange Excellent F3, PM
Sarah’s Choice F1 76 3-31/2 Oval Heavy Slight Orange Superior F3, PM
Wrangler F1 76 4-51/2 Oval Heavy Medium Orange Excellent F3, PM
Athena F1 79 5-6 Oval Heavy Slight Orange Good F3, PM
Tasty Bites F1 80 13/4-21/2 Round/Oval Heavy None Orange Superior F2,PM
Sweet Granite J 70 3-31/2 Oval Light Slight Orange Fair —
Edens Gem J 75 2-21/2 Round/Oval Heavy Medium Green Superior —
Part # Variety PKT 100 Seeds 250 Seeds 500 Seeds 1,000 Seeds 5M @/M 10M @/M
158 Wrangler $4.65 $14.85 $25.60 $45.85 $84.90 $73.44 $64.58
457 Athena $4.65 $11.95 $20.75 $36.60 $68.40 $59.17 $51.75
459 Sweet Granite J $3.95 $3.60 $7.70 $13.05 $20.60 $16.76 $13.46
2471 EarliChamp $3.95 $8.95 $16.00 $28.55 $51.25 $44.32 $39.80
2488 Halona $3.95 $8.45 $15.10 $26.90 $48.35 $41.82 $37.23
2570 Tasty Bites $4.65 $12.65 $21.95 $38.60 $72.20 $62.45 $54.63
2782G Edens Gem J $3.95 $3.60 $7.70 $13.05 $20.60 $16.76 $13.46
2784 Sarah’s Choice $3.95 $10.30 $18.40 $34.85 $59.00 $51.04 $47.21
Sapomiel NEW
Lambkin
Escorial Diplomat Serenade
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ONIONS
Onions
GROWING INFORMATION
Allium cepa Bridger 2521 PATTERSON (F1): 104 days.
CULTURE: Onions require a fertile, well- Extremely long storage onion. Patterson
drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. Sandy has the same firmness and storage qualities
loam soils are ideal, but raised beds or as Copra, with a larger size, better unifor-
raised rows are recommended for heavier mity, and higher yield potential. Medium-
soils to promote soil drainage. Full sun is large, blocky bulbs with dark yellow skin
required for optimal growth. and thin necks that dry quickly. Adaptation:
DIRECT SEEDING: In April or early May, or 38°-55° latitude. Also available pelleted.
as soon as the soil can be prepared in early NOTE: Also offered as plants.
spring, sow in a 2” wide band, about 2 seeds/ PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $4.05;
in., 1/4-1/2” deep, rows 12-18” apart. Thin to 5M @ $3.14/M; 25M @ $2.58/M;
11/2-2” apart for highest yields in fertile soil. 50M @ $2.37/M; 100M @ $2.25/M.
Thin to 3-4” apart for larger onions and 4”
apart for the “sweet mild” type. 504G NEW YORK EARLY: BJD
TRANSPLANTING: For varieties of the Sorry, no seed available this season.
“sweet mild” class, and for the storage
type in extremely short-season areas, sow
seeds indoors in flats in late February
2756G CORTLAND (F1): J
105 days. (FBR)
to mid-March. Broadcast 1/2” apart and
cover 1/4”. Tops may be clipped to 5” tall. Organic storage onion. Large, blocky-
Transplant to the garden 4” apart, or sow 5 round, uniform onions with thin necks
that will dry well. Very hard with a
seeds in each cell of 1-11/2” diameter plug
trays, thinning to 3 per cell. Transplant each
Full Size thick, rich brown skin for good stora-
cell 6” apart. bility. Adaptation: 38°-55° latitude. Also
CULTIVATION: Keep onions well weeded
Long Day available pelleted.
with shallow cultivation. Yellow PKT $5.10; 1,000 Seeds $6.75;
WATER: Onions are shallow rooted and 5M @ $5.05/M; 25M @ $4.24/M;
grow best with at least an inch per week of 2545 BRIDGER (F1): 50M @ $4.03/M; 100M @ $3.77/M.
rain or irrigation. 90 days.
DISEASES: Set-grown onions are more Early yellow onions from seed. Large, 3851 PONTIAC (F1):
prone to disease than seed-grown onions. flattened globe bulbs can be harvested in 108 days. (FBR, PR)
If you grow from both sets and seeds, plant August from spring sowings for short-term Large storage onion. Pontiac has very
in different locations to help avoid any storage. In areas with normal low winter large size potential and strong, bronze-col-
disease spreading to the seed-grown crop. temperatures above -10°F (-23°C), seeds ored skins that protect the bulb well in
HARVEST: When onions have begun to
sown in August can be harvested early the storage. Thin necks dry down quickly. Very
develop skins and tops are falling over,
next summer. In colder areas, it can be long storage potential. Larger size and
pull and sun-cure at least a week before
removing tops. planted in the fall and covered with row better skin than Prince, which it replaced.
STORAGE: When dry, clip off tops and cover and Quick Hoops™. Also available Adaptation: 36°-50° latitude. Intermediate
store in onion bags or shallow boxes at near pelleted. resistance to fusarium basal rot and pink
freezing and 65-70% humidity. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.90; root. Also available pelleted.
DAY LENGTH: Onion varieties differ in 5M @ $4.67/M; 25M @ $3.87/M; PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $4.90;
the length of day required to make a bulb. 50M @ $3.61/M; 100M @ $3.40/M. 5M @ $3.72/M; 25M @ $3.08/M;
Those requiring fewer daylight hours are 50M @ $2.81/M; 100M @ $2.66/M.
grown in the South where the daylight
period during summer is shorter than in
the North. Most of our varieties are of the Johnny's Field-Grown Onion Plants
“medium” or “long-day” type, and if they
Onions are easy to grow from our field-grown, spring-dug plants–just separate them
are grown in the South, the days there are
too short to initiate good bulb develop- and transplant out. Plants arrive as dormant starts–expect them to be dry and/or pale
ment. Refer to “Adaptation” in each variety in color due to dormancy and shipping. They are very hardy and will thrive if cared for
description for details. properly. Offered in bunches of approximately 50-60 plants, one variety per bunch.
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding; Plants are shipped weekly from mid-January through the end of April. You may choose
subtract 10-15 days if transplants are used. your desired ship week or plants will be sent at the appropriate planting time for
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 325’/oz.,
1M/50’, 5M/250’, 25M/1,250’, 580M/acre your location (visit our website for more details). Please provide a physical address for
@ 20 seeds/ft., in rows 18” apart. shipments to AK and HI (no PO Boxes). Plants cannot be shipped to Idaho, Malheur
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 4,900 plants/oz., County in OR, outside the U.S., or to U.S. territories.
78,750/lb.
SIZED SEEDS: Standard on all varieties. 1 Bunch $15.25; 3 Bunches $27.25; 5 Bunches $38.00; 30 Bunches $84.50.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 95,000-125,000
(avg. 105,000). Part # Variety Type
PACKET: 250 seeds sows 12’ or makes 140 2398 Yellow Granex Short-Day for south
plants.
2585 Red Zeppelin Red storage
Onion Resistance Codes 3049 Patterson Yellow storage
Code Name 67 Sierra Blanca Sweet mild white
(FBR) Fusarium Basal Rot 2388 Ailsa Craig Sweet mild yellow
(PR) Pink Root 2750 Candy Sweet mild yellow
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ONIONS
Specialty Cooking
Red 2507 MT. WHITNEY (F1):
104 days. (PR)
CABERNET (F1): Earlier than Sierra Blanca. Very uniform,
100 days. large, white-skinned onions with mild
Early yields of red onions. Cabernet flavor and thick rings. Day-neutral variety
produces medium-large globe-shaped can be fall planted where short-day onions
onions with deep red color. Late- are normally grown, or spring planted
intermediate adaptation gives an earlier anywhere in the country. Not for long
harvest than long-day reds without storage. Intermediate resistance to pink
sacrificing size. Good internal color, root. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.90;
mostly single centers. 4-6 month storage. 5M @ $4.67/M; 25M @ $3.87/M;
Adaptation: 35°-45° latitude. Select 50M @ $3.61/M; 100M @ $3.40/M.
organic or nonorganic seeds. Also
available pelleted. Short Day
2581G: Organic J Yellow
PKT $4.10; 1,000 Seeds $6.20;
5M @ $5.01/M; 25M @ $4.32/M; 302 PUMBA (F1): 100 days (PR)
50M @ $4.11/M; 100M @ $3.89/M; Firm bulbs with excellent shelf life.
500M @ $3.69/M. Pumba is a short-day, hard storage onion
suitable for the South only. Adaptation
2581: Nonorganic 20°-36° latitude. It is high-yielding and Red Long of Tropea
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.15; jumbo-sized. The firm, grano-shaped bulbs
5M @ $3.98/M; 25M @ $3.29/M; have dark bronze skin. Intermediate resis- 2333 RED LONG OF TROPEA:
50M @ $3.08/M; 100M @ $2.86/M; tance to pink root. 90 days.
500M @ $2.66/M. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.45; Tall, elongated, red bulbs. Traditionally
5M @ $4.24/M; 25M @ $3.40/M; grown in Mediterranean Italy and France
50M @ $3.18/M; 100M @ $2.06/M. for harvest just at maturity in mid-late
NEW summer. Not for storage. Nice specialty
variety. Adaptation: 35°-48° latitude.
Red PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $6.55; Oz. $10.50;
3919 RED COACH (F1): 100 days. (PR) 1/4 Lb. $22.80; Lb. $68.45.
Large, very dark red, short-day onion.
Grano to flattened globe-shaped bulbs
with good uniformity and large size
potential. Suitable for overwintering or Mini
spring planting. Better uniformity and
larger size potential than Desert Sunrise
which it replaced. For short to medium Pearl Drop
storage. Adaptation: 20°-35° latitude.
Red Label
Intermediate resistance to pink root.
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.45;
3201 RED LABEL (F1): 5M @ $4.24/M; 25M @ $3.40/M;
102 days. (PR) 50M @ $3.18/M; 100M @ $2.39/M.
NEW Large, slightly flattened globe
bulbs with rich red color. Red Label
produces uniform bulbs with consis-
tent internal color and thick rings. Early
maturity, but slightly later than Cabernet. Purplette
Medium storage potential. Adaptation:
32º-45º latitude. Strong resistance to pink
root. PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $6.30; 2948 PEARL DROP: B
5M @ $4.98/M; 25M @ $4.12/M; 68 days.
50M @ $3.85/M; 100M @ $3.65/M; White mini onion for bunching.
500M @ $3.50/M. The small, snow-white bulbs are round
to slightly flattened, with nice tops for
White bunching. Compared to Purplette, Pearl
White Castle Drop is later and needs to be sown more
103 SIERRA BLANCA (F1): thickly to keep the bulb and neck size
109 days. (PR) small. Best at 40° and higher latitude.
White
Big, mild white onions. Widely adapted, PKT $3.95; Oz. $10.50; 1/4 Lb. $22.80;
day-neutral, and matures well anywhere 3085 WHITE CASTLE (F1): Lb. $68.45.
in North America from spring sowing. 105 days. (FBR, PR)
Suitable for fall planting where short-day Large, white, round bulbs for the 499 PURPLETTE:
onions are normally grown. Produces South. From our trials in southern growing 60 days.
uniform, large, white-skinned onions with areas, we have found White Castle to be Early, purple-red-skinned mini onion.
mild flavor and thick rings. Not for long a very uniform yielder. Suitable for over- These flavorful specialty onions mature
storage. Sierra Blanca is the same variety wintering. To maintain white color, cure early and hold well. Purplette is a glossy
as Super Star. It has been renamed by in the field as briefly as possible. Stores rich burgundy, transforming to a nice
the breeder. Intermediate resistance to 3-4 months. Adaptation: 30°-38° latitude. pastel pink when cooked or pickled. Can
pink root. AAS winner. Also available Intermediate resistance to fusarium basal be harvested at golf ball size or very young
pelleted. NOTE: Also offered as plants. rot and pink root. as baby bunching onions with purple pearl
PKT $3.95; 5M @ $4.74/M; PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.45; ends. Best at 40° and higher latitude.
25M @ $3.97/M; 50M @ $3.61/M; 5M @ $4.24/M; 25M @ $3.40/M; PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $7.70; Oz. $18.80;
100M @ $3.41/M. 50M @ $3.18/M; 100M @ $2.39/M. 1/4 Lb. $31.15; Lb. $105.00.
Cipollini
GROWING INFORMATION
Allium cepa - Cipollini/Specialty/Mini
CULTURE: Sow seed in early spring in 2-4”
wide bands or single rows 4” apart, about
1/2” between seeds for summer type, 3/4”
apart for fall type. Thinning is not necessary.
Cultivate with a tine weeder.
HARVEST: Loosen with fork or underminer
and gather.
ADAPTATION: “Minis” will bulb smaller
and sooner the farther north they are
grown. Suited to 40° and higher latitudes
for mini cipollinis, and for small to medium
onions farther south.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 50’/5M, 80’/
oz., 13 oz./1,000’, 34 lb./acre at 96 seeds/ft.
in 4” wide bands, in rows 12” apart.
SIZED SEEDS: All seeds are unsized. Red Marble Gold Coin Bianca Di Maggio
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 110,000-140,000
(avg. 125,000).
2088 BIANCA DI MAGGIO: 80 days.
PACKET: 1,000 seeds.
2025 GOLD COIN: B 80 days. Medium-small, flat white onions. Avg.
2717 RED MARBLE: 75 days. Very flat, yellow. Matures to a medi- 2-3” diameter x 11/2” depth. Market these
Small, flat, red cipollini with a thin um-small, yellow cipollini onion, avg. little white “cipollini” onions young with
neck. Red Marble’s dark red color goes 11/2-3” diam. x 3/4-1” depth. Pungent green tops, or mature, dried in braids,
deep into the rings. Avg. 11/2-13/4” and sweet. Stores well. For bunching or baskets, or bags. Mild flavor. Limited
diameter by 3/4-1” depth. Hard, good braiding. Deliciously sweet when cooked. storage. August-October sowing where
storage variety. Approximate latitude range Recommended for latitudes 38°-60°; necks winter is moderate. Approximate latitude
38°-55°. NOTE: Also offered as plants. may be too thick at lower latitudes. range 35°-55°. PKT $3.95; Oz. $10.50;
PKT $3.95; 5M @ $2.21/M; PKT $3.95; Oz. $10.50; 1/4 Lb. $22.80; 1/4 Lb. $22.80; Lb. $68.45;
25M @ $1.84/M; 100M @ $1.49/M. Lb. $68.45; 25 Lbs. @ $58.35/Lb. 25 Lbs. @ $58.35/Lb.
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PEAS
Peas
Shelling Snap
STRIKE: L 49 days. (F) 559G SUGAR ANN: J 52 days.
First to market. Medium-sized, sweet Earliest snap pea. Sweet, crisp pods
peas. Can be grown with or without mature extra early. Can be grown with or
support. Order 2831T (Treated), or without support. Remove string from pods
2831 (Untreated). before cooking. AAS winner.
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PEPPERS
GROWING INFORMATION
Peppers
Capsicum annuum (Unless otherwise noted.)
CULTURE: Peppers will thrive in well-drained,
fertile soils with a pH of 6.5. Abundant phos-
phorus and calcium is needed for the best
results.
GROWING SEEDLINGS: Sow seed in 20
row or shallow flats 4 seeds/in.,1/4” deep, in
late March or about 8 weeks prior to trans-
planting outdoors. If possible, maintain soil
temperatures 80-90°F (27-32°C). Pepper seeds
germinate very slowly in cooler soil. When the
first true leaves appear transplant seedlings
into 2” cell-type containers or 4”pots. Grow
plants at approx. 70°F (21°C) day and 60°F
(16°C) nights.
COLD TREATMENT: Exposing the seedlings
to controlled cold treatments can increase
the number of flowers and fruits. When the Intruder Olympus
third true leaf appears, grow the plants at a
minimum night temp. of 53-55°F (12-13°C)
for 4 weeks. The plants should receive full Days Color Disease
Variety Fruit Size Plant
sunlight. After 4 weeks adjust temp. to 70°F Initial/Ripe Initial/Ripe Resistance
(21°C) day and night. If this technique is used,
Ace 50/70 Medium — Small
peppers should be seeded 1-2 weeks earlier
than usual.
TRANSPLANTING: Transplant out after X3R Red Knight 57/77 Large BLS 1-3, PVY, TMV Medium
frost when the soil is warm and weather is
settled. Ideal seedlings have buds, but no
open flowers. Set plants 12-18” apart in rows King Arthur 59/79 Large BLS 1 & 2, PVY Large
24-36” apart, or 2 rows on poly/paper mulch,
18” between plants. Water-in transplants Medium Medium-
using a high phosphorus solution. Intruder 62/72 BLS 1-3, PC, TEV, TMV
Large Large
ROW COVERS: Cold weather is buffered and
earliness increased by using plastic mulch,
especially in combination with lightweight Olympus 65/85 Large BLS 1-3 Medium
fabric row cover supported by wire hoops.
(See Mulch and Row Covers in Index.) Remove Medium-
Yankee Bell 60/80 Medium —
row covers in sunny weather above 85°F Large
(29°C) to prevent blossom drop and heat Medium
damage. INSECT PESTS: Control climbing Sweet Sunrise 65/85 — Medium
cutworms with Bacillus thuringiensis, or with Large
paper cylinder collars. Control tarnished plant Medium Medium-
bugs, aphids, and flea beetles with pyrethrin. Flavorburst 67/87 —
DISEASES AND PROBLEMS: To prevent Large Large
bacterial spot and phytopthora, drip irrigate
Medium
only, plant only in well-drained soils, minimize Gourmet 65/85 TMV Small
soil compaction, follow a 4-year crop Large
rotation. Sunscald is caused by an inadequate Medium
foliage canopy. Prevent blossom end rot with Bianca 65/85 TMV Medium
Large
adequate soil calcium and regular moisture.
Big bushy plants with few peppers can be
caused by an excess of nitrogen, hot or cold Islander 56/81 Medium TMV Medium
temperature extremes during the flowering
period, tarnished plant bug injury, and choice Medium
Sweet Chocolate 58/78 — Medium
of late, poorly-adapted varieties. Small
BACTERIAL SPOT NOTICE: Bacterial spot can
be seed borne. All Johnny’s pepper seed lots
100 250 500 1,000
Part # Variety PKT Seeds
are tested for bacterial spot, and we chlorine Seeds Seeds Seeds 5M @/M 25M @/M
wash any positive lots. No treatment can
insure absolute freedom from disease. NOTE: 574 Ace $3.95 $6.35 $10.25 $17.15 $30.85 $25.75 $20.60
A disease-free test result does not guarantee 2704 Bianca $4.95 $17.00 $35.80 $64.90 $121.50 $103.00 $94.35
a seed lot to be disease-free, only that in the
sample tested, the pathogen targeted was 54 Flavorburst $3.95 $13.00 $21.65 $40.50 $75.50 $65.34 $57.84
not found. 2648 Gourmet $3.95 $13.00 $21.65 $40.50 $75.50 $65.34 $57.84
HARVEST AND STORAGE: Pick the first
peppers promptly when they reach full size to 3921 Intruder $3.95 $12.75 $23.05 $41.65 $77.15 $66.42 $60.40
encourage further fruit set. Wash and hold at 591 Islander $4.95 $17.00 $35.80 $64.90 $121.50 $103.00 $94.35
45°F (7°C) and 95% relative humidity.
DAYS TO MATURITY: Approximate days 2038 King Arthur $3.95 $12.50 $20.80 $38.95 $72.60 $62.83 $55.62
from transplanting outdoors to first pickings 2244G Olympus J $4.95 $13.75 $26.45 $46.70 $87.00 $77.25 $69.60
of full size fruit.
AVG. TRANSPLANT SEEDING RATE: Avg. 579G Sweet Chocolate J $4.95 $6.60 $10.65 $17.85 $32.10 $26.78 $21.42
19 plants/ Pkt., 750 plants/1,000 seeds, 3027G Sweet Sunrise J $4.95 $14.30 $23.80 $44.55 $83.05 $71.77 $63.63
19,360 seeds per acre of transplants (avg.
14,520 plants), 12” between plants in rows 2309 X3R™ Red Knight $3.95 $12.75 $23.05 $41.65 $77.15 $66.42 $60.40
36” apart. 566 Yankee Bell $3.95 $5.80 $9.45 $15.90 $28.40 $23.57 $19.28
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 3,400-4,900 (avg.
4,000). PACKET: 25 seeds. 566G Yankee Bell J $4.95 $8.05 $11.50 $19.20 $35.30 $33.21 $31.92
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PEPPERS
NEW
Greenhouse Peppers
Peppers are a slower-growing, more generative crop than the other popular
greenhouse fruiting crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggplants. We have
divided our greenhouse pepper lineup into two groups based on how vigorous
or generative the plant is because it is important to match the plant’s growth
habit to the type of environment in which it will grow. High-tech greenhouses
optimize the growing environment, which promotes vegetative growth, so more
generative varieties are used to keep the plants balanced. In simpler greenhouses
with less extensive climate control, plants are likely to encounter heat, cold, and
other stresses more often. Stressful conditions tend to reduce a plant’s vigor, so Bentley
peppers bred for simpler greenhouses are more vigorous. We offer a more gener-
ative pepper of each color for high-tech greenhouse growing, and a more vegeta-
3184 BENTLEY (F1): C
60 days green, 80 days yellow ripe. (TM 0-3)
tive pepper of each color for less optimized environments. For more information, NEW Yellow, blocky bell pepper for
please request a copy of our Greenhouse Pepper technical sheet #8853. heated greenhouse production. Bentley
is a compact, generative plant best suited
GROWING INFORMATION to high-tech greenhouses and lower tech
Greenhouse Peppers houses in areas with mild weather. Bright
CULTURE: Greenhouse peppers have been lemon yellow fruits are gorgeous with
bred to grow under greenhouse conditions excellent flavor. Extra large fruit with very
in a variety of mediums. Sow seeds in desired high yield.
medium 6-8 weeks prior to transplanting.
Maintain a constant 80-90°F (27-32°C) soil
temperature. When first true leaves just NEW
show, transplant the seedlings into cell-type
containers or blocks. 2” or larger containers
will produce larger, stronger root systems;
4” blocks are the standard. Grow plants at
70-74°F (21-23°C) days and 68°F (20°C) nights.
Fertilize with a complete nutrient solution
(EC 1.5-2, pH 5.2) or equivalent as needed
to keep plants dark green and healthy. When
transplanting into the greenhouse, maintain
temperatures of 73°F (23°C) days and 70°F
(21°C) nights for the week after transplanting.
This promotes rapid vegetative growth and Felicitas
root establishment. 7-10 days after trans-
planting, lower temperatures to 63-64°F 3183 FELICITAS (F1): C
(17-18°C) nights and 73-75°F (23-24°C) days. 60 days green, 80 days red ripe. (TM 0-2)
For two-stemmed plants, use a plant density NEW Red, blocky bell pepper for
of 3-31/2 plants/square meter, which results heated greenhouse production.
in 6-7 stems/square meter (9 sq.ft.). Plants Felicitas has a generative-type plant best
can be pruned to 4 stems, maintaining 6-7 suited to high-tech greenhouses and
stems/square meter (9 sq.ft.), but fruit will be lower-tech houses in areas with mild
smaller. Remove flowers up to the second or weather. Beautiful, deep-red peppers are
third node after initial branching to allow the
very attractive with excellent flavor. Extra
plant to reach a suitable size before trying to
large fruits, very high yielding.
support a fruit load.
TRELLISING: It is recommended to prune
the plants to 2-4 stems and trellis up a
string like greenhouse tomatoes.
HARVEST: Harvest peppers when they are
80% or more final ripe color. NEW
DISEASES AND PESTS: Use crop rotation
or new media to reduce soil-borne disease
problems. Use regularly scheduled releases
of beneficial insects to control pests.
DAYS TO MATURITY: From transplanting.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: 3,400-4,900
(avg. 4,000).
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 950 plants/1,000 seeds.
MINI: 10 seeds.
PACKET: 25 seeds.
Orangela
Part # Variety MINI PKT 50 100 250 500 1,000 3182 ORANGELA (F1): C
Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds 5M @/M 60 days green, 80 days orange ripe. (TM 0-2)
3184 Bentley $18.70 $38.25 $62.90 $112.20 $255.00 $476.00 $918.00 $884.00 NEW Orange, blocky bell pepper
for heated greenhouse production.
3183 Felicitas $15.95 $32.65 $53.65 $95.70 $217.50 $406.00 $783.00 $754.00 Orangela has a generative growth habit
3182 Orangela $15.95 $32.65 $53.65 $95.70 $217.50 $406.00 $783.00 $754.00 which is most suited to high-tech green-
houses and lower-tech houses in areas
3186 Sprinter $5.95 $12.45 $20.50 $36.50 $83.05 $155.00 $298.95 $287.80 with mild weather. Extra large, glossy
3197 Sympathy $8.95 $18.50 $30.45 $54.30 $123.45 $230.45 $444.40 $428.00 orange peppers are very attractive with
excellent flavor. Very high yielding.
3185 Moonset $8.45 $17.30 $28.45 $50.70 $115.25 $215.10 $414.85 $399.60
3030G Orange
60 days green, 80 days orange ripe.
Smooth, bright orange fruits avg. 21/2-3”L X
11/2”W and are deliciously crisp and sweet. 3515G
LUNCHBOX PEPPER MIX: AJ
3031G Yellow 55-63 days green, 75-83 days color
63 days green, 83 days yellow ripe. All three colors in one mix. Equal
The sweet, fruity yellow fruits avg. 21/2 - 3”L amounts of our red, yellow, and
X 11/2”W and ripen from green to yellow to orange Lunchbox snack peppers have
Sympathy golden yellow. been combined in this mix.
NEW
Moonset
3124G EROS (F1): AJ 3026G CUPID (F1): AJ
3185 MOONSET (F1): C 55 days green, 75 days yellow. 55 days green, 75 days red ripe.
60 days green, 80 days yellow ripe. (TM 0-2) NEW Early, mini, golden-yellow bell. Early, sweet, mini bell. Fruits are blocky
NEW Yellow, blocky bell pepper for The perfect partner to Cupid, Eros’ slightly to slightly pointed, avg. 2 x 13/4”, and are
heated tunnel production. Moonset tapered fruits are the same size, avg. 2” particularly sweet when red. Large, well-
has a vegetative plant type that keeps it x 13/4”, with a sweet and slightly fruity branched plants protect the fruits from
vigorous through a variety of weather flavor. The large, sturdy, and leafy plants sunscald. Fruits are smoother and have
conditions. Benefiting from at least protect the fruits from sunscald. better flavor than Mini Apple, which it
some heat, it will produce high yields PKT $4.95; 100 Seeds $19.40; replaced. PKT $4.95; 100 Seeds $19.40;
of beautiful, large, golden-yellow fruits. 250 Seeds $32.40; 500 Seeds $58.25; 250 Seeds $32.40; 500 Seeds $58.25;
Excellent flavor. 1,000 Seeds $81.35; 5M @ $73.91/M; 1,000 Seeds $81.35; 5M @ $73.91/M;
25M @ $64.56/M. 25M @ $64.56/M.
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NEW
3124G Eros J $4.95 $19.40 $32.40 $58.25 $81.35 $73.91 $64.56 2393G ROUND OF HUNGARY: BJ
55 days green, 75 days red ripe.
3923G Glow J $4.95 $8.50 $17.60 $28.60 $52.90 $50.07 $46.07 Specialty pimento cheese pepper.
3230 Goddess $3.95 $8.25 $13.80 $25.75 $48.10 $44.37 $41.37 Ribbed, flattened fruits mature early and
have very thick, sweet, delicious flesh.
571 Italia $3.95 $4.85 $7.30 $12.65 $22.85 $19.41 $16.93 Distinctive, globe-shaped fruits avg. 2-21/2”
2342 Lipstick J $4.95 $6.50 $8.50 $14.90 $26.90 $22.93 $19.90 x 3-31/2”, turn red early, and are great for
stuffed peppers, in cooking, and in salads.
2592 Mellow Star $3.95 $12.15 $21.60 $38.40 $71.10 $60.13 $52.99 We obtained this choice variety from
2393G Round of Hungary J $4.95 $8.50 $17.60 $28.60 $52.90 $50.07 $46.07 Zollinger’s Seeds, our friends and coopera-
tors in Switzerland.
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PEPPERS
NEW Hot Southwestern Peppers
Helios
Hot Paper
Habanero Lantern
NuMex Suave
Orange
Santa Fe
3096 HAVASU (F1): 3
60 days pale yellow, 80 days red ripe
High-yielding, widely-adapted Santa
Fe pepper. Conical-shaped fruits are
thick walled, avg. 31/2 x 2”, and change
from pale yellow to orange to red. Usually
harvested pale yellow but also can be
used orange or red. Commonly stuffed
like poblanos to make a more spiced-up
version of chile rellenos.
Serranos
3086 HOT ROD (F1): 4 Early
57 days greeen, 77 days red ripe. (PVY, TEV) Hot Rod Jalapeno El Jefe Havasu
High-yielding serrano. Hot Rod is a
traditional serrano with avg 3” fruits borne
on big plants over a long harvest period. Jalapenos
The dark green fruits are traditionally
•Excellent in salsas or stuffed with cheese as a spicy appetizer.
eaten green but also make fine chipotles
•Popular pickled and sliced as an accompaniment to Mexican meals.
if allowed to ripen to red. A couple of
•Usually eaten green but may be allowed to turn red and then smoked and dried
days later, but much higher yielding,
to make “chipotles”.
than Serrano Del Sol, which it replaced.
Intermediate resistance to potato virus Y 2620 EL JEFE (F1): 3
and tobacco etch virus. 67 days green, 90 days red ripe. (BLS 1-3, TEV)
Best combination of earliness and yield.
Fruits avg. 31/2-4”, a bit longer and thinner
Anchos/Poblanos with less checking (small cracks in skin) than
Conchos. Large plants have a higher yield
•Known as a poblano when green potential than Conchos. Intermediate resis-
and an ancho when dried. tance to tobacco etch virus.
•Used green for a spicier version of
chile rellenos. 3807 JALAFUEGO (F1): 3
•Excellent for making powders and 70 days green, 93 days red ripe. (BLS 1-3, PVY)
sauces, the most famous being the Our highest yielding jalapeno. Smooth
classic “mole” sauce. dark green fruits avg. 31/2-4” and are
similar in size and shape to El Jefe. Also
resistant to checking (small cracks in skin).
Large plants are a few days later than El
Jefe to begin producing but have a higher
yield potential.
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POTATOES Potatoes
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PUMPKINS
Cargo PMR (F1) A 2601T/2601 Champion $3.95 $11.90 $20.75 $38.15 $32.77 $28.28
NEW Intermediate resistance to 2261T/2261 Expert $3.95 $12.70 $21.95 $40.45 $34.70 $29.98
powdery mildew to help ensure 603G Howden J $4.10 $12.25 $21.25 $40.45 $34.20 $29.98
that your crop will develop to 2163T/2163 Racer $3.95 $12.70 $21.95 $40.45 $34.70 $29.98
full maturity with strong, green
2602T/2602 Racer Plus PMR $3.95 $13.15 $22.80 $41.95 $35.98 $31.06
handles.
2505T/2505 Rival PMR $3.95 $13.15 $22.80 $41.95 $35.98 $31.06
Cinnamon Girl PMR (F1) A 2350T/2350 Rock Star $3.95 $12.70 $21.95 $40.45 $34.70 $29.98
NEW Used for pie filling, in 599G Tom Fox J $4.10 $12.85 $22.30 $41.15 $35.34 $30.63
bread, or in any other pumpkin-
based culinary recipes. Cinnamon Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb. 25 Lbs. @/Lb.
Girl also makes an excellent small 2487T/2487 Wolf $3.95 $12.60 $35.35 $119.65 $115.59 $110.70
ornamental.
NEW
Medium
Fruits are thick-walled and heavy for their
Deep 10-16 Lb.
Tom Fox BJ L C. pepo 110 Orange 2-3 36-48” Long size. Long, strong, dark green handles.
Developed by New Hampshire farmer Tom Fox.
Large
Defined ribs with short, strong, medium-thick
dark green handles. Black rot tolerant.
Deep 18-26 Lb.
Howden J C. pepo 115 Orange 1-2 36-48” Long Developed by John Howden of Mass., and
set the standard for jack-o’-lanterns for
many years.
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PUMPKINS
Germination Guide Snowball (F1) C. pepo 100 2 Lb. 4-6 18” Medium
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 Valenciano D C. maxima 110 10-15 Lb. 2 24-36” Long
Optimum
Range: Moonshine (F1) C. pepo 100 8-12 Lb. 3-4 36-48” Long
Casperita (F1) (PM, WMV) C. pepo 77 1/2-1 Lb. 7-8 24-36” Semi-Bush
About Johnny’s *In-row spacing suggestions are for beds spaced 6’ apart
Part # Variety PKT 250 Seeds 500 Seeds 1,000 Seeds 5M @/M 25M @/M
3076 Casperita $3.95 $14.20 $25.45 $46.70 $40.21 $36.05
690 Moonshine $3.95 $20.10 $35.60 $65.70 $56.20 $49.32
2504T/2504 Polar Bear $3.95 $39.95 $72.80 $135.90 $115.48 $107.78
00:00 -3:00
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Watch a video on Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb. 25 Lbs. @/Lb.
our history and philosophy.
2185 Valenciano $3.95 $9.35 $21.35 $66.85 $58.26 $53.26
Johnnyseeds.com/Video
3898 White Cushaw $3.95 $5.05 $9.95 $30.55 $26.88 $25.04
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PUMPKINS Triamble
Naples Long
NEW NEW
Autumn Colors
Cushaw
Long Island
Cheese
Musque de Green Striped
Provence Rouge Vif D'Etampes Cushaw
Autumn Crown
Specialty Pumpkins
Genus/ Days Wt. Range Avg. Fruit/ In-Row Vine
Variety Notes
Species Plant Spacing* Length
NEW Porcelain Doll (F1) U C. maxima 110 16-24 Lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Intermediate resistance to PM.
Red October (F1) U C. maxima 90 6-10 Lb. 2 36-48” Long Great eating Hubbard-type.
Green Striped Cushaw U C. mixta 105 7-25 Lb. 2-3 24-36” Long Great for cooking.
Musque de Provence U C. moschata 125 8-15 Lb. 2 36-48” Long Great for cooking.
Long Island Cheese DU C. moschata 108 6-10 Lb. 2 36-48” Long Deep orange, moderately sweet flesh.
Kakai U C. pepo 100 5-8 Lb. 2-3 30-36” Medium Large yields of hulless snack seeds.
Marina Di Chioggia DU C. maxima 100 6-12 Lb. 2 36-48” Long Great for gnocchi and ravioli.
Triamble DU C. maxima 105 8-12 Lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Heirloom with great flavor.
Bliss (F1) U C. moschata 125 10-15 Lb. 6 36-48” Long Yellow to orange flesh for savory dishes.
Knuckle Head (F1) C. pepo 105 12-16 Lb. 2 30-36” Medium Freaky, orange, and warted.
Rouge Vif D'Etampes C. maxima 115 10-15 Lb. 2 36-48” Long Striking color, shape, and good for pies.
Naples Long C. moschata 125 20-50 Lb. 1 36-48” Long Fills space & tastes great, too!
Autumn Colors Cushaw (F1) C. mixta 105 4-10 Lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Unusual tri-colored fruit for displays.
Traditional squash used for baking
NEW Jarrahdale Large C. maxima 100 12-18 Lb. 2-4 36-48” Long with sweet flesh.
Perfect compliment to Sunlight and
Moonshine (F1) C. pepo 100 8-12 Lb. 3-4 36-48” Long Cinnamon Girl.
Sunlight PMR (F1) B C. pepo 100 4-6 Lb. 3-4 24” Medium Unique yellow stands out at farmstands.
NEW Cinnamon Girl PMR (F1) A (PM) C. pepo 85 3-6 Lb. 3-4 24-30” Medium High yielding, uniform, & great for pies.
Orange Smoothie (F1) C. pepo 95 6-9 Lb. 4-5 30-36” Medium Best small jack for painting.
Flatso (F1) C. pepo 85 6-8 Lb. 3-4 24-30” Semi-bush Very popular flattened shape.
Speckled Hound (F1) U C. maxima 100 3-6 Lb. 8 30-36” Med. Long Dense flesh makes for good baking.
Autumn Crown (F1) U C. moschata 100 2-4 Lb. 3-5 30-36” Med. Long Extremely uniform, eats like a butternut.
Hooligan (F1) U (PM) C. pepo 90 10-14 Oz. 6-7 30-36” Medium Sweet, nutty flavor.
Baby Bear AL C. pepo 105 11/2-21/2 Lb. 8 30-36” Medium Semi-hulless seeds, good flesh for pie.
Munchkin C. pepo 100 1/2 Lb. 14 30-36” Medium Highly productive and uniform.
Wee-B-Little L C. pepo 95 10-14 Oz. 8 30-36” Medium Smooth rind for painting. AAS winner.
Carnival (F1) C. pepo 95 1-1/2 Lb. 5-7 18-24” Semi-bush Decorative acorn that is great tasting.
NEW
Cinnamon Girl
Kakai PMR
Sunlight PMR
Wee-B-Little Flatso
Baby Bear
Red October
Orange
Carnival Smoothie
Knuckle Head
Munchkin Hooligan
Part # Variety PKT 250 Seeds 500 Seeds 1,000 Seeds 5M @/M 25M @/M
600T/600 Baby Bear $3.95 $6.45 $11.10 $19.80 $17.53 $15.35
3996 Cinnamon Girl PMR $3.95 $20.10 $35.60 $65.70 $56.20 $49.32
3069 Flatso $3.95 $16.60 $28.05 $54.05 $47.81 $40.52
91T/91 Knuckle Head $3.95 $26.95 $48.80 $89.75 $76.99 $68.67
690 Moonshine $3.95 $20.10 $35.60 $65.70 $56.20 $49.32
3075 Munchkin $3.95 $11.60 $22.05 $38.15 $32.64 $30.40
2365 Orange Smoothie $3.95 $15.60 $25.70 $47.85 $43.49 $40.37
3997 Porcelain Doll $3.95 $29.05 $55.45 $101.50 $81.19 $75.07
2595 Red October $3.95 $20.10 $35.60 $65.70 $56.20 $49.32
2506 Speckled Hound $3.95 $20.10 $35.60 $65.70 $56.20 $49.32
3910 Sunlight PMR $3.95 $20.10 $35.65 $65.70 $56.20 $49.32
Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb. 25 Lb. @/Lb.
3078 Autumn Colors Cushaw $3.95 $9.65 $33.25 $109.20 $93.59 $74.87
2508 Autumn Crown $3.95 $21.20 $56.80 $197.25 $191.43 $185.61
692 Bliss $3.95 $21.20 $56.80 $197.25 $191.43 $185.61
2452 Carnival $3.95 $20.75 $51.70 $185.10 $166.86 $151.20
3899 Green Striped Cushaw $3.95 $8.10 $9.95 $30.55 $26.88 $25.04
3067 Hooligan $3.95 $9.65 $33.25 $109.20 $93.59 $74.87
3150 Jarrahdale Large $3.95 $7.60 $18.60 $57.10 $41.13 $38.80
2860T/2860 Kakai $3.95 $11.00 $25.85 $80.75 $66.59 $62.42
2051 Long Island Cheese $3.95 $7.15 $17.45 $53.60 $38.60 $36.41
2625 Marina Di Chioggia $3.95 $6.90 $15.00 $48.15 $43.07 $39.95
2621 Musque de Provence $3.95 $10.35 $21.35 $66.85 $58.26 $55.76
691 Naples Long $3.95 $6.90 $15.00 $48.15 $43.07 $39.95
614 Rouge Vif D’Etampes $3.95 $9.15 $22.00 $71.70 $66.30 $62.02
3093 Triamble $3.95 $8.00 $19.75 $63.10 $57.12 $51.41
2216 Wee-B-Little $3.95 $12.90 $31.50 $109.25 $103.62 $102.38
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GOURDS
Ornamental Gourds
Daisy Gourd Autumn Wings Blend Goblin Eggs Mix Gremlins Harrowsmith Select
Wt. In-Row
Variety Genus/Species Days Avg. Fruit/Plant
Range Spacing*
Small
Daisy Gourd C. pepo 95 5-8 Oz. 12-18 36-48”
Autumn Wings Blend C. pepo 95 8-12 Oz. 8-11 36-48”
Goblin Eggs Mix C. pepo 95 1-3 Oz. 8-12 36-48”
1-1 1/4
Gremlins C. pepo 95 2-3 36-48”
Lb.
Harrowsmith Select B C. pepo 95 8-12 Oz. 8-12 36-48”
Ornamental Gourds (Small Mixed) C. pepo 95 Varies Varies 36-48”
Ornamental Gourds (Small Mixed) Large
Lunch Lady C. pepo 100 6-10+ Lb. 2-3 36-48”
Turk’s Turban C. maxima 95 3-7 Lb. 2-3 36-48”
Bottle or Birdhouse Lagenaria siceraria 125 10-12 Lb. 4-6 36-48”
Speckled Swan Lagenaria siceraria 125 8-15+ Lb. 3-5 36-48”
Gourd Collection Varies Varies Varies 36-48”
*In-row spacing suggestions are for beds spaced 6' apart
1,000
Part # Variety PKT 250 Seeds 500 Seeds 5M @/M 10M @/M 25M @/M
Seeds
94 Daisy Gourd $4.95 $16.80 $30.40 $55.50 $47.43 — $38.52
2645TX Goblin Eggs Mix $4.95 $16.80 $30.40 $55.50 $47.43 — $38.52
Gourd Collection
700 Gremlins $5.95 $35.95 $65.45 $121.45 $103.20 $95.53 —
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Collection of drying and orna- Part # Variety PKT 1 Oz. 1/4 Lb. 1 Lb. 5 Lbs. @/Lb.
mental gourds. Great for carving,
painting, making birdhouses, 2633 Autumn Wings Blend $3.95 $17.65 $50.20 $147.55 $139.41
and unlimited projects. Collection 609 Bottle or Birdhouse $3.95 $10.10 $24.20 $79.85 $67.26
includes a full size packet (30
2226G Harrowsmith Select J $5.10 $20.85 $54.25 $187.45 $176.90
seeds) each of these popular gourd
varieties: Speckled Swan, 699 Lunch Lady $3.95 $18.05 $46.10 $155.10 $134.36
Bottle/Birdhouse, and Ornamental 604 Ornamental Gourds (Small Mixed) $3.95 $10.70 $24.65 $83.15 $72.41
(Small Mixed). (Varieties subject
to change depending upon 2275 Speckled Swan $3.95 $11.75 $27.10 $91.20 $79.79
availability.) $9.50. 618 Turk’s Turban $3.95 $6.20 $12.35 $33.70 $29.46
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RADISHES
GROWING INFORMATION
Radishes
Raphanus sativus
CULTURE: Radishes require friable, well
drained soils with a pH range of 5.8-6.8.
Sow at any time during the season,
beginning in early spring. Use 2-3” wide
bands, seeds about 3/4-1” apart (about 35
seeds/ft. except 10 seeds/ft. for 624 Red
Meat and 616 Nero Tondo), 1/2” deep,
rows 1’ apart, or any row or bedding
scheme that will eliminate unplanted
ground to discourage weeds. Radishes are
adversely affected by hot, dry weather. They
remain in prime condition only a few days
and should be grown rapidly with plenty of
moisture to be mild, tender, and attractive. D'Avignon
If growth is checked, roots may become
tough, pithy, and too spicy.
INSECT PESTS: Use floating row covers at
time of planting to control flea beetles and
cabbage root maggots (see index).
HARVEST AND STORAGE: Harvest on
time, beginning at about 3-4 weeks when
roots are the size of a large marble. Bunch
or top, hydrocool, and refrigerate. Topped
radishes will keep 3-4 weeks in good, crisp
condition if kept at 32°F (0°C), 95% relative
humidity, and in breathable packaging.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 70’/oz., 14
oz./1,000’, 21 lb./acre at 35 seeds/ft. in rows
18” apart, or 31 lb./acre in rows 12” apart.
Rover, Fakir, Pink Beauty, Ping Pong, and Amethyst White Icicle Short Top
SIZED SEEDS: Round red varieties only.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 40,000-56,000 2145 CHERRIETTE (F1): 26 days. 132 AMETHYST: 30 days.
(avg. 49,000). PACKET: 250 seeds sows 7’. Slow to turn pithy. Smooth and bright red Bright purple, open-pollinated variety.
roots with short tops. Uniform. For spring, There is a striking contrast between the
Germination Guide summer, or early fall production. Dense and purple skin and crisp, mild white flesh.
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 crisp with a sweet/hot taste. Amethyst is slow to get pithy, and the medi-
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.65/M; um-sized tops are strong. A perfect addition
Optimum 25M @ $1.14/M; 50M @ $1.02/M; for a mixed bunch with Pink Beauty, Ping
Range:
100M @ $0.96/M; 500M @ $0.90/M. Pong, and Rover. PKT $3.95;
5M @ $1.95/M; 25M @ $1.36/M;
Round 2958 CRUNCHY ROYALE (F1): 28 days. 50M @ $1.23/M; 100M @ $1.13/M;
For spring and fall production. Beautiful, 500M @ $1.07/M.
664 ROVER (F1): 821 days. uniform buncher. The smooth, wine-red,
Our most dependable radish. Rover is extremely uniform roots have a pleasantly 617 EASTER EGG: 30 days.
extra early, holds well in the field, and has mild, sweet flavor. Crisp and slow to become Multicolor mix. Make beautiful bunches
less of a tendency to produce oval radishes pithy. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.65/M; with this mix of red, purple, and white
under heat stress than other varieties. 25M @ $1.14/M; 50M @ $1.02/M; round radishes. Maturing over an extended
The smooth, dark red roots are extremely 100M @ $0.96/M; 500M @ $0.90/M. period of time, they stay crisp and mild
uniform and attractive with crisp, white even when large. Great fun for children
flesh. Very widely adapted. 3095 FAKIR: 26 days. and adults alike. Easter Egg II blend.
PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.73/M; Red with white tip. Smooth, uniform, round PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.95; 1/4 Lb. $8.50;
25M @ $1.18/M; 50M @ $1.07/M; red roots with white tips. Good flavor, but Lb. $19.75; 5 Lbs. @ $17.28/Lb.
100M @ $1.01/M; 500M @ $0.95/M. harvest promptly before they become pithy.
Short tops. An elite strain from France that is
more uniform and attractive than other strains. Long French
PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.50; 1/4 Lb. $9.50; 620 D'AVIGNON: B 21 days.
Lb. $22.00; 5 Lbs. @ $19.60/Lb. A traditional variety from Southern
France. Radishes are 3-4” long, slender,
626G PINK BEAUTY: J 26 days. 2/3-3/4 red, with a white tip, tapered to a
Pastel pink, round radish. Uniform roots point. Medium tops. Earlier than round
with medium tops. Nice, tender, crisp texture radishes. Harvest promptly at maturity to
and taste. An eye-catching, top-quality radish. avoid pithiness. Good fresh market specialty.
Sora Resists pithiness. PKT $4.10; Oz. $5.80; Sized seed. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.95/M;
1/4 Lb. $13.10; Lb. $40.75; 10M @ $1.61/M; 25M @ $1.36/M;
612G SORA: J 22 days. 5 Lbs. @ $36.46/Lb. 50M @ $1.23/M; 100M @ $1.13/M;
NEW Heat-tolerant organic radish. 500M @ $1.07/M.
Sora produces high-quality roots that 131 PING PONG: 30 days.
maintain their crispness and resist pithiness Pure white roots. Interesting all-white 3083 WHITE ICICLE SHORT TOP:
even when oversized or in warm weather. roots with strong, medium-sized tops and an 27 days.
Produces fewer oval roots in hot weather attractive, uniformly round shape. The crisp Long, snow-white roots. Slender white
than Rudolf, which it replaces. Suitable for flesh is mild flavored. A perfect match for a roots grow to 4-5” and have a mild flavor.
spring, summer, or fall crops. PKT $4.10; mixed bunch of pink, purple, and red roots. Harvest promptly at maturity, before roots
5M @ $1.73/M; 10M @ $1.55/M; PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.95/M; become pithy. Large, healthy tops.
25M @ $1.18/M; 50M @ $1.07/M; 25M @ $1.36/M; 50M @ $1.23/M; PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.05; 1/4 Lb. $8.40;
100M @ $1.01/M; 500M @ $0.95/M. 100M @ $1.13/M; 500M @ $1.07/M. Lb. $13.30; 5 Lbs. @ $10.95/Lb.
Daikon
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ROOT CROPS
Root Crops
Burdock Horseradish
GROWING INFORMATION
Armoracia rusticana
CULTURE: Well-drained, friable soil with
a pH range of 6.2-6.8 will yield the best
results. When roots are received, work the
soil about a foot deep and incorporate
compost, manure, or fertilizer. Make a 5-6”
deep furrow and plant root cuttings 12”
apart, slanted 2-3” deep with the flat-cut
end up. Irrigate if soil is dry and as needed
throughout season. For smoother, larger
primary root harvest, carefully remove
secondary or side roots as crop grows
(known as “lifting”). Save side roots for
re-planting. If producing a wild-root or
field-run crop, this process is not needed.
Horseradish HARVEST: Roots can be harvested in late
fall when 8-10” long and 2-3” in diameter,
Chiko 399 HORSERADISH (F1): or in early spring before re-growth (dig
180 days. roots before plant leafs out to maintain
GROWING INFORMATION Perennial sales with minimal effort. pungency). A hard frost will sweeten the
Arctium lappa The roots of this easy-to-grow, hardy flavor of horseradish. Lift plants up with
CULTURE: DIRECT SEEDING: Burdock perennial are ground to make horse- spading fork or shovel, being careful not to
requires a deep, 1-2’, well-drained soil radish sauce, a value added product for damage the thick, fleshy tap roots.
to produce quality roots. Sow anytime in market. We supply root cuttings for spring STORAGE: Store trimmed, washed roots
spring, about 2” apart, 3/4” deep, in rows planting. Perennial in Zones 3-8. in plastic bags or containers in refriger-
24” apart. Thin to 2-3” apart. 5 Roots $25.55; 10 Roots $38.30; ator, unwashed roots in root cellar. Ideal
HARVEST: Fall through early spring. A 100 Roots $185.40. temperature is 32-33°F (0-.1°C).
raised bed with removable sides enables
harvesting from the side, which results in Horseradish Shipping Information: Horseradish roots ship in the spring by plant hardiness
fewer broken roots. zone, starting in the South. You may choose your desired ship week or select the ship week
STORAGE: Optimum storage at 32°F (0°C) designated for your plant hardiness zone. Please call or visit Johnnyseeds.com for more
and 95% relative humidity. Unwashed roots
will be slower to wilt at market.
information. We are unable to ship horseradish roots to HI, outside of the U.S. or to U.S.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 1 oz./230’, territories. Please provide a physical address for delivery as we cannot ship roots to PO Boxes.
41/2 oz./1,000’, 6 lb./acre at 7 seeds/ft. in
rows 2’ apart.
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: Avg. 35,600. Jerusalem Artichoke GROWING INFORMATION
PACKET: 100 seeds sows 14’. Helianthus tuberosus
Stampede CULTURE: As soon as possible after
seed pieces are received, break or cut
Germination Guide tubers into one- or two-eye pieces of
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 approximately 1-2 oz. each (about 11/2”
diameter). Plant pieces 4” deep and
Optimum
Range:
12-18” apart in rows 18-36” apart. Do
not allow seed pieces to dry out before
planting. If you cannot plant them right
away, store the tubers in a cool place
2256 CHIKO: 34°F (1.1°C). Plants grow best in light
120 days. or sandy soil, but will also grow in clay
Asian root specialty. The long (1-2’), soil if organic matter is added. Choose
slender (1”), uniform roots with light a permanent location as Jerusalem
brown skin make a great season extension 511 STAMPEDE: JFR 90 days. Artichokes are difficult to eliminate once
offering. For fall, winter, and spring harvest A unique market offering; also known as established.
and storage. Can be overwintered in soil, Sunchokes. A high-yielding, carefree crop for HARVEST: Tubers may be harvested
much the same as parsnips. Cook like additional winter sales. This extra-early strain from late summer through late fall. It is
carrots. Delicious in hearty soups and bean produces large, white, potato-like tubers. They best to harvest tubers after several frosts
stews. For medicinal uses, please see our store well and can be eaten raw or cooked. as this improves their flavor.
website. The tall, 6-8’, plants with bright yellow blooms STORAGE: For later consumption:
PKT $3.95; Oz. $19.00; 1/4 Lb. $45.40; make an attractive windbreak. Flowers in July Tubers may be frozen, refrigerated in
Lb. $147.60. and matures over a month before common perforated plastic bags, or stored in a
root cellar in perforated plastic bags or
varieties. Winter hardy in severe cold. Perennial
slightly vented containers. Keep tubers
Our History in Zones 3-8. Organically grown at Johnny’s.
1.5 Lbs. $23.57; 4 Lbs. $41.80;
damp to prevent shriveling. The next
crop can be planted from harvested
10 Lbs. @ $9.86/Lb.; *50 Lbs. @ $8.84/Lb. tubers or leave some in the ground to
grow again. For seed stock: Keep tubers
*Additional Shipping Charges in a bucket of damp soil in a basement or
50 Lb. Size for Jerusalem Artichoke: other cool, damp space. Do not freeze.
Zone A add $15.40. Zone B add $33.35. SEED SPECS: One lb. of seed pieces
See page 156A to determine your zone. (avg. 12 pieces) will plant 12-18’.
Take a look back at Johnny’s history. Jerusalem Artichokes are shipped early to mid-October for fall planting. An import permit and
Johnnyseeds.com/History phytosanitary certificate may be required for international shipments.
Root Parsley
GROWING INFORMATION
Petroselinum crispum
CULTURE: Root parsley grows best in deep,
moist, fertile soil. Direct seed in early to mid
spring after danger of frost, 1/4-1/2” deep,
3 seeds per inch in single rows or in 2-3”
wide bands 12-18” apart. Seeds germinate 197 HELENOR: 90 days.
in 14-30 days. Keep soil surface moist High uniformity for better yields. Nice
during the germination period. Thin plants round bulb shape with high-quality, light
to 1-3” apart, depending on desired root orange flesh and sweet flavor. Develops
size. Control weeds with frequent shallow good color early in root development. Very
cultivation. Arat uniform and high yielding. Stores well.
HARVEST: Loosen with a spading fork and Sized seed. PKT $3.95;
lift when roots have reached desired size. 648 ARAT: 1,000 Seeds $4.65; 5M @ $3.91/M;
STORAGE: Trim tops and store at 32°F 75 days. 25M @ $3.30/M; 50M @ $2.99/M.
(0°C) and 95% relative humidity. May also Long, straight white roots. Add a sweet
overwinter in the ground if mulched. parsley flavor to salads or soups. 5-8” roots 634 LAURENTIAN: 95 days.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 350’/oz., can also be prepared in the same way as Sweet, mild flavor. Round, uniform roots
1000’/2.9 oz., 5.2 lb./acre at 40 seeds/ft. in other root vegetables. with excellent flavor and texture. Purple
rows 18” apart. PKT $3.95; Oz. $24.95; 1/4 Lb. $66.05; tops with pale yellow flesh.
SEED SPECS: Avg. 18,100 seeds/oz. Lb. $180.00. PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.60; 1/4 Lb. $14.75;
PACKET: 200 seeds.
Lb. $31.90; 5 Lbs. @ $25.75/Lb.
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SHALLOTS — SPINACH
Shallots Spinach
GROWING INFORMATION GROWING INFORMATION
Allium ascalonicum Spinacia oleracea
CULTURE: Direct seed in early to mid spring CULTURE: Spinach grows in a wide range
(or in late summer to fall in areas where of soils if moist and fertile, but is sensitive
onions are seeded then) 1/2-3/4” apart in a to acidity; pH should be at least 6.0, pref-
2-4” wide band, 50 seeds/ft., 1/2” deep, rows erably 6.5-7.5.
10-18” apart. Sown at this rate, from most SOWING DATES: Spinach germinates
seeds a single shallot will form; clusters will best in cool soil. Begin sowing in early
form if sown more thinly. spring as soon as the ground can be
HARVEST: Harvest in summer when tops fall worked. Summer sowing in soil over 85°F
and begin to brown. Dry in an airy place. Store (30°C) risks low or erratic germination.
near freezing at 60-70% relative humidity. If sowing has to be done during warmer
DAY LENGTH: Like onions (see onion culture weather, irrigating can help cool the soil
box), all shallots are day length sensitive. Bulb and improve germination. Sow in mid to
formation is triggered by long days. Time late summer for a fall harvest. Spinach can
sowing so the plantlet has at least 3-4 leaves also be planted from late summer until
before the longest day. freeze-up in protected structures for fall,
BOLTING: Induced by exposure to cold winter, and spring harvest. Using floating
temperatures after the plant has 3-5 leaves. row covers offers additional winter protec-
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 50 seeds/row tion.
foot, 1,000 seeds/20’, 11/2 million seeds/acre PLANTING AND HARVEST: For bunching Red Kitten
in rows 18” apart. and full size: Sow 10 seeds/ft., 1/2” deep,
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 114,500-134,370 rows 12-18” apart. Harvest spinach full Smooth-Leaf
(Avg. 124,000). size but before bolting, cutting just below
PACKET: 250 seeds, sows 5’. root attachment for “rooted spinach”, or 3516 RED KITTEN (F1): I
cut higher for “clipped spinach”. For baby 23 days baby, 34 days full size. (DM)
Germination Guide leaf: Sow in a 2-4” wide band, 3/4” apart, Medium green leaves with red veins.
Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 about 40 seeds/ft. Clip small leaves in 3-5 For baby leaf production in the early
ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 weeks, depending on time of year and spring or full-size bunching in the fall and
Optimum speed of growth. Triple-rinse leaves, sort winter. Uniform, smooth leaves are borne
Range: out cut and broken leaves, and package. on fairly upright plants. Just a few days
For a continuous supply, sow every 7 days. slower growing than Red Cardinal, which it
STORAGE: Store at 32°F (0°C) and 95% replaces. Resistant to downy mildew races
relative humidity 10-14 days.
Conservor 1-13 and 15. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.32/M;
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: For
10M @ $1.09/M; 50M @ $0.83/M;
full-size leaves: 10M/1,000’, 290M/acre
at 10 seeds/ft. in rows 12-18” apart. For 100M @ $0.73/M; 500M @ $0.64/M;
baby leaf: 1M/25’, 25M/125’, 1,200M/ 1,000M @ $0.63/M.
acre at 40 seeds/ft. in rows 18” apart.
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where 2550X GAZELLE (F1): I
noted. 36 days. (DM)
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ.: (for Size 6-8 Our recommended substitute for
seeds, which are usually supplied) 1,875- Racoon. Best suited for fall harvest. Dark
3,375 (avg. 2,600). green, smooth, oval-to-round leaves with
SEEDS/LB.: 30,000-54,000 (avg. 41,500). good flavor. Long stems, very uniform leaf
Camelot
PACKET: 1,000 seeds sows 100’. shape and plant habit. Suitable for baby
leaf and bunching. Resistant to downy
CONSERVOR (F1): 110 days. mildew races 1-13. PKT $3.95;
Reddish-brown, single-bulb shallots. 5M @ $1.08/M; 10M @ $0.82/M;
These shallots have a high, round Germination Guide 50M @ $0.67/M; 100M @ $0.55/M;
shape and are suitable for long storage. Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 500M @ $0.48/M; 1,000M @ $0.45/M.
Adaptability: 40-60° latitude. Select ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
organic or nonorganic seeds. Optimum 2571G CORVAIR (F1): JI
Range: 39 days. (DM)
2703G: Organic J Organic spinach for spring crops. Very
PKT $7.10; 1,000 Seeds $22.25; dark-green, uniform, oval leaves. Slow
5M @ $18.64/M; 25M @ $15.96/M; bolting. Upright plants hold well. Resistant
50M @ $14.30/M; 100M @ $14.10/M. Spinach Resistance Codes to downy mildew races 1-11, and 13.
Code Name Unsized seed. PKT $4.10;
2703: Nonorganic 5M @ $1.34/M; 10M @ $1.18/M;
PKT $4.95; 1,000 Seeds $14.75; (DM) Downy Mildew 50M @ $0.85/M; 100M @ $0.75/M;
5M @ $12.32/M; 25M @ $10.70/M; (Cv) Cladosporium Leaf Spot 500M @ $0.68/M; 1,000M @ $0.63/M.
50M @ $9.27/M; 100M @ $8.89/M.
644 SPACE (F1): I
3065 CAMELOT (F1): 110 days. 39 days. (Cv, DM)
Gourmet specialty item for winter sales. Tried and true variety. Medium dark
Dark red shallots from seed with excellent T ech T ip green leaves are upright and smooth
flavor. Red skin contrasts nicely with white In the North, spinach can be grown in to slightly savoyed. Resistant to downy
interior. Uniform, teardrop-shaped bulbs a hoophouse right through December. mildew races 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 11, and 12.
will not store quite as long as Conservor, The key is to have spinach established Intermediate resistance to Cladosporium
but could last through the winter until April. before the day length drops below leaf spot. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.08/M;
Adaptability: 40-55° latitude. 10 hours; after that the growth rate 10M @ $0.82/M; 50M @ $0.67/M;
PKT $4.95; 1,000 Seeds $14.75; slows but the plants will tolerate cold 100M @ $0.55/M; 500M @ $0.48/M;
5M @ $12.32/M; 25M @ $10.70/M; temperatures until harvested. 1,000M @ $0.45/M.
50M @ $9.27/M; 100M @ $8.89/M.
Smooth-Leaf
Savoyed-Leaf
Arrowhead
Leaf
Semi-
Emperor 37 Dark Medium Medium Races 1-10
Savoyed
Very
Tyee Savoyed 40 Medium Medium Races 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12
slow
Generally, slow growing varieties are slower bolting making them better suited for growing and harvesting during Sow: Harvest:
warmer conditions. Conversely, fast growing varieties are typically faster bolting and are best for growing and
harvesting in cooler conditions.
3217 KOOKABURRA (F1): BI
Savoyed-Leaf 27 days baby, 37 days full size. (DM) NEW
NEW Fast growing semi-savoy for early
3913 EMPEROR (F1): I37 days. (DM) spring and fall. Upright variety is easy to
Dark green, semi-savoy for spring and harvest for both baby and full-size leaves.
fall. Upright, dark green leaves with long Darker green, more rounded leaf tips, and
stems are great for bunching. A moderate slightly slower growing than Carmel, which
growth rate makes Emperor a good choice it replaces. Great flavor. Resistant to downy
for spring and fall plantings. Resistant to mildew races 1-13, and 15. PKT $3.95;
downy mildew races 1-10. 5M @ $1.08/M; 10M @ $0.82/M;
PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.08/M; 50M @ $0.67/M; 100M @ $0.55/M;
10M @ $0.82/M; 50M @ $0.67/M; 500M @ $0.48/M; 1,000M @ $0.45/M.
100M @ $0.55/M; 500M @ $0.48/M;
1,000M @ $0.45/M. Asian-Leaf (Arrowhead)
646 TYEE (F1): I 40 days. (DM) 3914 FLAMINGO (F1): 37 days. (DM)
Standard savoy spinach. Known for its Slow-bolting, Asian-leaf spinach for spring
bolt resistance and vigorous growth. Dark and fall harvests. Uniform, smooth, dark
green leaves with upright growth habit. green leaves on long stem. A great choice for
Suitable for spring, summer, and fall crops. bunching. Slower bolting compared to other
Ideal for overwintering. Resistant to downy varieties of this type. Resistant to downy mildew
mildew races 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 11, and 12. races 1-11, and intermediate resistance to races
PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.08/M; 12-13. PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.08/M;
10M @ $0.77/M; 50M @ $0.63/M; 10M @ $0.82/M; 50M @ $0.67/M;
100M @ $0.50/M; 500M @ $0.45/M; 100M @ $0.55/M; 500M @ $0.48/M;
1,000M @ $0.42/M. 1,000M @ $0.45/M.
Kookaburra
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Squash, Summer
GROWING INFORMATION
Cucurbita pepo
CULTURE: FROM TRANSPLANTS: See
“Winter Squash”.
DIRECT SEEDING: Sow beginning in late
spring after danger of frost, when soil
temp. is at least 62°F (17°C) for treated
seeds and 70°F (21°C) for untreated seeds.
Seeds will rot in cool, wet soil. Sow 3 seeds
every 12” (thin to 1 plant), 1/2-1” deep, in
rows 5-6’ apart.
ROW COVERS: Heavier grade floating row
covers (see Index) will provide about 4°F
of frost protection, and add warmth for
increased vigor and earlier harvest.
DISEASES: If the first few fruits wither,
blacken, and/or fail to enlarge, it indicates Dunja Alexandria
an absence of pollination, remedied when
male blossoms appear and provide pollen. Zucchini
Viral diseases tend to be cyclic; watch for
resistant varieties. Downy mildew may occur Dark Green Medium/Light Green
in cool, damp weather, powdery mildew
in hot, dry periods and in the fall. Till in
vines before winter or remove and compost
3843G DUNJA (F1): J 3854 SPINELESS PERFECTION (F1):
47 days. (PM, PRV, WMV, ZYMV) 45 days. (PM, WMV, ZYMV)
plants. Copper fungicides (see Index) offer Organic, early, powdery mildew High yielding, medium green type.
some preventative control if applied early
resistant. Dunja is a high yielder of dark Attractive, straight fruits are borne on
enough.
green, straight zucchinis. Open plants and a spineless, open plant which makes
INSECT PESTS: Protect young plants with
floating row covers to exclude cucumber small spines make for an easy harvest. harvesting easy. Multiple disease resis-
beetles, squash bugs, and vine borers. Intermediate resistance to powdery mildew, tances keep the plants bearing over an
Pyrethrin (see Index) offers some control. papaya ringspot virus, watermelon mosaic extended period. Intermediate resistance to
Squash bug eggs (brown to brick red, laid in virus, and zucchini yellow mosaic virus. powdery mildew, watermelon mosaic virus,
concise groups) on underside of leaves can PKT $4.10; 250 Seeds $30.10; and zucchini yellow mosaic virus.
be crushed by hand. Keep borders mowed. 500 Seeds $55.15; 1,000 Seeds $99.55; PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $18.20;
For vine borers use Bt or Azadirachtin 5M @ $87.21/M; 25M @ $78.39/M. 500 Seeds $32.40; 1,000 Seeds $59.50;
around the base of young plants. Cut borers 5M @ $50.47/M; 25M @ $42.85/M.
out of vine and hill soil over the wound. 2560 NOCHE (F1):
Clean up refuse in the fall, and spring-plow 48 days. (WMV, ZYMV) 3867 ALEXANDRIA (F1):
the ground to bury the pupae. High yielding, dark green fruits, 48 days. (PM, WMV, ZMV)
HARVEST: Sow every 2-3 weeks for consis- spineless plant. Noche produces dark Mid-East type squash with excellent
tent supply. Cut or gently twist off young green cylindrical zucchinis which are easy flavor. Alexandria has the classic color
fruit. Handle with care to avoid scratching to harvest due to the open spineless plant. and blocky, bulbous look that is popular
fruits. Harvest regularly, 2-3 times/week Fruits are more attractive than Plato, which it in parts of the Middle East. Better flavor
depending on age of plants and daylight.
replaced. Disease resistances keep the plant than most other squash and zucchini.
HARVEST SQUASH BLOSSOMS: Male
healthy and bearing over a long period. Intermediate resistance to powdery
blossoms have thin stems, females have
thick stems and a bulbous base where Intermediate resistance to watermelon mildew. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $14.45;
fruit is developing. Harvest male/female mosaic virus and zucchini yellow mosaic 500 Seeds $25.65; 1,000 Seeds $46.10;
blossoms at midday, when fully open, for virus. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $19.55; 5M @ $40.38/M; 25M @ $35.00/M.
use in salads or for stuffing. If squash crop 500 Seeds $32.65; 1,000 Seeds $55.10;
is desired, harvest only male flowers, being 5M @ $48.27/M; 25M @ $43.39/M; TIGRESS (F1):
certain to leave a few to pollinate female 100M @ $40.17/M. 50 days. (PRV, WMV, ZYMV)
flowers. Clip flowers from vine 1-2” below Medium green with needed disease
flower base with sharp scissors or pruners. 2713G PARTENON (F1): JC resistance for the South. Attractive fruits
STORAGE: Refrigerate fruit at 32-50°F 48 days. are a flecked medium green and cylindrical.
(0-10°C), 80-90% relative humidity, for 1-2 Adapted for greenhouse production. Widely adapted. High yielding, semi-open
weeks. Partenon is a medium dark green zucchini bush. Intermediate resistance to papaya
DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding; suitable for field or greenhouse production. ringspot virus, watermelon mosaic virus,
subtract about 14 days if transplanting. Indoor crops must be irrigated regularly for and zucchini yellow mosaic virus. Order
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: (at 3 seeds/ uniform, cylindrical fruit. Easy to harvest, 2973T (Treated) or 2973 (Untreated).
ft., rows 6’ apart) Packet sows 10’, 250 open plant. Parthenocarpic. PKT $3.95; 100 Seeds $9.50;
seeds sows 83’, 500 seeds sows 166’,
MINI (10 seeds) $5.10; PKT $9.10; 250 Seeds $16.80; 500 Seeds $28.90;
1,000 seeds sows 333’.
50 Seeds $13.75; 100 Seeds $23.60; 1,000 Seeds $56.75; 5M @ $52.53/M;
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: Zucchini: 2,500-
4,200 (avg. 3,000); Yellow Summer: 4,200- 250 Seeds $45.70; 500 Seeds $83.30; 25M @ $46.23/M.
6,000 (avg. 4,500); Specialty: 3,500-5,800 1,000 Seeds $152.60; 5M @ $133.67/M.
(avg. 4,600).
PACKET: 30 seeds unless otherwise noted. 2314 RAVEN (F1):
48 days.
Summer Squash Resistance Codes Dark green, high yielding. Darker green Germination Guide
skin contains higher levels of lutein, a Soil Temp: ºC 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
Code Name ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
highly effective antioxidant. Open plants
(CMV) Cucumber Mosaic Virus produce glossy, smooth, cylindrical fruit. Optimum
Range:
Concentrated fruit set, so plan for multiple
(PM) Powdery Mildew
plantings. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $14.85;
(PRV) Papaya Ringspot Virus 500 Seeds $26.10; 1,000 Seeds $45.40;
(WMV) Watermelon Mosaic Virus 5M @ $39.79/M; 25M @ $34.40/M;
(ZYMV) Zucchini Yellow Mosaic Virus 100M @ $30.80/M.
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SQUASH, SUMMER GROWING INFORMATION
Cucurbita spp.
CULTURE: Fertile, well-drained soil is best.
FROM TRANSPLANTS: Sow 2-3 seeds in
2” containers or plug trays 3 weeks before
transplanting outdoors. Thin to 1-2 plants/
cell with scissors. Transplant after frost
danger when weather is warm and settled,
about 18” apart for bush and small-fruited
varieties, and 24-36” apart for large-fruited
varieties. Take care not to disturb roots!
Plastic mulch and fabric row covers will help
Benning's plant establishment and exclude insect pests.
G-Star Flying Saucer Y-Star Sunburst
Green Tint DIRECT SEEDING: Sow in late spring after
frost danger when soil is warm, minimum
Patty Pan 62°F (17°C) for treated seeds and 70°F (21°C)
for untreated seeds - seeds will rot in cool
3844G G-STAR (F1): J soil, especially cool, wet soil. Sow 1-2 seeds
every 12” (24-36” for large-fruited varieties)
50 days. Eight Ball
1/2-1” deep. Thin to 1 plant per spot. Rows
Dark green, shiny, organic patty pan. 6’ apart, 12’ apart for larger fruit.
Compared to Starship, G-Star’s fruits are DISEASES: Cucumber beetles can carry
darker green and more ribbed. The smaller bacterial wilt and must be controlled.
this prolific yielder is picked, the shinier it NEW Gummy stem blight (black rot) causes black,
will be. Open plants. sunken spots to appear on fruits in storage
PKT $5.10; 250 Seeds $23.95; and the tan scabby patches on Butternuts in
500 Seeds $43.00; 1,000 Seeds $77.35; the field. Downy mildew may occur in damp
5M @ $67.76/M; 25M @ $60.91/M. weather, powdery mildew in cooler, dry
periods and in late summer. Consult your
3916 BENNING'S GREEN TINT: D local Extension agent for specific fungicide
57 days. control. Choose well-drained soil to avoid
Classic light green patty pan. Benning’s phytopthora.
Green Tint produces good yields of light SPRING COLD PROTECTION: AG-19
green scalloped squashes. Makes a nice mix (heavier grade) floating row covers will
with the other patty pans. Replaces Peter Lucky 8 provide about 4° of frost protection and add
warmth for vigor and an earlier harvest.
Pan, which was dropped by the breeder.
Summer INSECT PESTS: Protect young plants with
PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $10.15; Ball floating row covers (see Index). Cucumber
500 Seeds $13.40; 1,000 Seeds $17.50; beetles, squash bugs, and vine borers
5M @ $9.05/M; 25M @ $6.16/M. can be a challenge. Pyrethrin offers some
control. Squash bug eggs laid on the
2953 FLYING SAUCER (F1): underside of leaves may be located and
50 days. Round crushed. Keep borders well mowed. For vine
Multi-colored patty pan. Fruits are a borers, cut out of vines and hill soil over
stunning mix of bright yellow and dark 2624 EIGHT BALL (F1): the wound. Clean up refuse in the fall, and
green. They are more highly ribbed than 50 days. spring-plow the ground to bury the pupae.
other patty pans for a unique look. Fruits Dark green, shiny round zucchini. The Butternut type has solid vines usually
are dense, nutty, and flavorful. High Open bush plant with a long picking not bothered by borers.
nighttime temperatures can result in fruits period. For best flavor, harvest when fruit FALL FROST: Frost kills leaves and can
with less yellow. is 2-3” diameter. AAS winner. thus facilitate harvest; however, it can also
PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $15.30; PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $16.80; damage fruits and cause spotting and poor
500 Seeds $27.05; 1,000 Seeds $48.30; 500 Seeds $26.70; 1,000 Seeds $48.45; storage. Mature fruits can usually tolerate 1
5M @ $42.31/M; 25M @ $36.87/M. 5M @ $42.44/M; 25M @ $38.16/M. and sometimes 2 or 3 light frosts without
substantial damage. Sprinkler irrigation
3855G Y-STAR (F1): J 3167 LUCKY 8 (F1):
wards off moderate frost damage to fruits.
HARVEST: Before heavy frost, cut stems
50 days. 48 Days. about 1” from the fruit when stem is drying
Yellow organic patty pan. Prolific yielder NEW Light green to mottled-gray and skin is hardening. Handle fruits like eggs!
of shiny yellow scalloped squashes, with round zucchini. Compact bush and open CURING: Cure in the field to dry and
light green on the blossom end. Amount plant habit for easy harvest. Good yields toughen skins by exposing fruits to sun for
of green may vary depending on the level of crisp and light-flavored fruit. Best when 5-7 days or so, covering in the evening if
of heat and plant stress. Widely adaptable. harvested at 2-3”. frost is likely. An indoor method of curing is
Open plant for easy harvest. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $14.05; to expose squash to 80-90°F (27-32°C) with
PKT $5.10; 250 Seeds $23.95; 500 Seeds $22.30; 1,000 Seeds $40.50; ventilation for 3-5 days.
500 Seeds $43.00; 1,000 Seeds $77.35; 5M @ $35.48/M; 25M @ $31.92/M. STORAGE: Store at 50-60°F (10-15°C),
5M @ $67.76/M; 25M @ $60.91/M. 50-75% relative humidity, and good air
655 SUMMER BALL (F1): G circulation. An accumulation of sub 50°F
662 SUNBURST (F1): 50 days. (10°C) exposure events causes chilling injury,
52 days. Bright yellow color and easy picking. reducing storage life.
Yellow patty pan. Sunburst is a good Summer Ball’s open bush habit makes for DAYS TO MATURITY: From direct seeding;
yielder of tender, rounded squash with a easy picking of the prolific yields. For best subtract about 14 days if transplanting.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATES: (at 2
scallop. Appetizing color whether picked flavor, fruits should be harvested when
seeds/ft., rows 6’ apart)-Group 1: Hubbard,
tiny, with the blossom still attached, or they are 2-3” in diameter. Fruits can be
Kuri 50’/oz., 850’/lb., 81/2lb./acre. Group
teacup-size. Vigorous plant. AAS winner. left on the plant and grown into small 2: Buttercup, Kabocha, Spaghetti, 75’/oz.,
PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $14.25; pumpkins which have a much shorter 1,250’/lb., 53/4lb./acre. Group 3: Butternut,
500 Seeds $25.20; 1,000 Seeds $45.05; storage life than traditional pumpkin Acorn, 155’/oz., 2,500’/lb., 3lb./acre. Group
5M @ $39.44/M; 25M @ $34.01/M. varieties. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $15.20; 4: Delicata, Sweet Dumpling 225’/oz.,
500 Seeds $24.50; 1,000 Seeds $44.00; 3,750’/lb., 2 lb./acre.
5M @ $38.55/M; 25M @ $34.62/M. SEED SPECS: See individual varieties.
PACKET: 30 seeds.
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Hubbard
Delicata JS 676G BLUE BALLET: AJ
95 days. C. maxima
Sweet A sweet, scaled-down Blue Hubbard.
Dumpling A much smaller and more marketable Blue
Hubbard. Smooth-skinned, blue-gray fruits are
medium size, avg. 4-6 lb., with sweeter, bright
orange, fiberless flesh. Stores well. Avg. yield: 2
fruits/plant. Avg. 1,600 seeds/lb.
PKT $4.10; Oz. $10.75; 1/4 Lb. $30.60;
1/2 Lb. $39.70; Lb. $72.50;
5 Lbs. @ $62.60/Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $57.84/Lb.
Blue Hubbard
Georgia Candy
Roaster
Red Kuri
Butternut
3983G
BUTTERSCOTCH PMR (F1): AJ NEW
100 days. (PM) C. moschata
NEW Delicious, single-serving,
mini-butternuts. Unusually rich, sweet,
starchy flavor for a butternut type. Small,
1-2 lb. fruits mature early. For 1 lb.-sized
fruits we recommend giving each plant
only 6 sq.ft. Limited storage, best up to 3
months after maturity. Short, space-saving
vines resist powdery mildew. Avg. yield:
3-4 fruits/plant. AAS winner. Avg. 5,500
seeds/lb. PKT $4.10; Oz. $17.85;
1/4 Lb. $43.10; Lb. $153.45;
5 Lbs. @ $145.23/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $139.87/Lb.
Butterscotch
JWS 6823 PMR (F1): A PMR
Metro PMR JWS 6823 PMR Waltham Butternut
85 days. B. oleracea (botrytis group)
Mildew resistant, reduced vine, 2867 METRO PMR (F1): A WALTHAM BUTTERNUT:
medium size. Compared with Waltham 105 days. (PM) C. moschata 85 days. B. oleracea (botrytis group)
Butternut, the vine is short (even shorter Smaller size with powdery The standard butternut. Light tan-colored winter
than Metro) and has some mildew resis- mildew resistance. Attractive, squash with small seed cavities and thick, cylindrical
tance. The fruits are slightly smaller, avg. smaller butternut; just what necks without crooks. Uniform fruits avg. 9” long,
3-4 lb. Good flavor. Compare to Nicklow’s many markets are asking for. avg. 4-5 lb. The flesh is smooth-textured and has
and Zenith. Avg. yield 4-5 fruits/plant. Clearly smaller than Waltham, a unique sweet flavor, particularly after 2 months’
Avg. 6,000 seeds/lb. Select organic or avg. 21/2-31/2 lb. Powdery storage. Deservedly the most widely grown full-size
nonorganic seed. mildew resistance supports butternut. Avg. yield: 4-5 fruits/plant. AAS winner.
better vine health, thus very Avg. 5,300 seeds/lb. Choose organic or nonor-
2604G: Organic J good flavor and texture. ganic seeds. Select 671G (Organic), 671T
PKT $4.10; Oz. $17.85; 1/4 Lb. $43.10; Compact vine. Combines (Treated, available 1/4 lb. and larger) or 671
Lb. $153.45; 5 Lbs. @ $145.23/Lb.; parentage from Cornell (Untreated).
25 Lbs. @ $139.87/Lb. University and Johnny’s.
Avg. yield: 4-5 fruits/plant. 671G: Organic J
2604: Nonorganic Avg. 5,800 seeds/lb. PKT $4.10; Oz. $7.80; 1/4 Lb. $12.75; Lb. $42.10;
PKT $3.95; Oz. $14.30; 1/4 Lb. $34.50; PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $7.80; 5 Lbs. @ $37.85/Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $35.69/Lb.
Lb. $122.80; 5 Lbs. @ $116.70/Lb.; Oz. $14.30; 1/4 Lb. $38.35;
25 Lbs. @ $112.03/Lb. Lb. $122.80; 671T/671: Untreated/Nonorganic
5 Lbs. @ $116.70/Lb.; PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.15; 1/4 Lb. $10.90; Lb. $26.35;
25 Lbs. @ $112.03/Lb. 5 Lbs. @ $22.66/Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $20.19/Lb.
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SQUASH, WINTER
Sunshine
Cha-Cha
Black Forest
Shokichi
Green
Shokichi Winter Sweet
Shiro
Kabocha
Kabocha squash are closely related to Green Kabocha Grey Kabocha
the buttercups. Given a few weeks to
properly cure, they can be among the 2187G CHA-CHA (F1): AJ 3034G
sweetest of the squashes, offering a 95 days. C. maxima WINTER SWEET (F1): AJU
savory depth of flavor, dry texture, Best-eating midsize kabocha. Dark 95 days. (BR) C. maxima
and edible skin that sets them apart green, slightly flat-round, medium-sized, Unparalleled eating quality and extra
from butternuts and acorns. Stored at avg. 4-5 lb. fruits. Bright orange flesh long storage. Winter sweet delivers a
60-65°F (16-18°C), full-size kabochas cooks up dry, flaky, sweet, and delicious. combination of sweetness, flaky texture,
will maintain their splendid eating Long storage potential. Avg. yield: 3-4 and depth of flavor that has made it a
quality for 6 months or more. Mini fruits/plant. Avg. 2,100 seeds/lb. favorite on our research farm. A more
kabochas will not keep as long, but PKT $4.10; 1/2 Oz. $8.75; Oz. $15.75; reliable producer than Confection, it
can be eaten right out of the field. 1/4 Lb. $38.80; Lb. $133.30; also keeps very well in storage thanks to
Try any of our delicious kabochas, 5 Lbs. @ $124.95/Lb. unusually strong black rot resistance. Fruits
and see why many consider them to avg. 4-5 lb., are light gray with a charcoal
be among the very best of the winter 686 BLACK FOREST: AJ mottle, and the color resists fading. Best
squashes. 95 days. C. maxima eating quality between 2 and 5 months
Smaller size kabocha. Black Forest’s dark after harvest. Avg. yield: 3-4 fruits/plant.
Mini green, flat-round fruits are of the kabocha Avg. 2,200 seeds/lb.
type, but a bit smaller, averaging 3-4 lb - PKT $4.10; 1/2 Oz. $11.75; Oz. $20.15;
3908 SHOKICHI GREEN (F1): buttercup size without the button. The deep 1/4 Lb. $50.20; Lb. $179.70;
100 days. C. maxima orange flesh is medium dry and sweet. Avg. 5 Lbs. @ $160.49/Lb.;
Attractive, green, mini kabocha. Small yield: 4-5 fruits/plant. Avg. 2,200 seeds/lb. 25 Lbs. @ $143.13/Lb.
fruit with lighter stripes makes a perfect PKT $3.95; Oz. $13.25; 1/4 Lb. $32.80;
single serving at 1/2 - 11/4 lb. Very good Lb. $111.35; 5 Lbs. @ $97.11/Lb.;
flavor and texture. Its diminutive size 25 Lbs. @ $93.87/Lb.
allows it to double as a table-top orna-
mental. Avg. yield: 5-7 fruit/plant. Avg.
3,000 seeds/lb. Scarlet Kabocha
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $12.95; Oz. $20.75;
1/4 Lb. $51.70; 1/2 Lb. $97.35; SUNSHINE (F1): AU
Lb. $185.10; 5 Lbs. @ $166.86/Lb.; 95 days. (BR) C. maxima
25 Lbs. @ $151.20/Lb. Stunning, scarlet fruit. Tender flesh
is smooth, sweet, and bright orange for
3909 SHOKICHI SHIRO (F1): baking, mashing, and pies. Deep scarlet
100 days. C. maxima fruits are slightly flat-round, avg. 3-5 lb.
Attractive, light gray, mini kabocha. Vigorous, short vine. Sunshine’s appear-
Small fruit makes a perfect single serving ance and eating quality are superior to
at 1/2 - 11/4 lb. Its diminutive size allows it other varieties of this type. Avg. 3-4 fruits/
to double as a table-top ornamental. Very plant. AAS winner. Avg. 2,700 seeds/lb.
good flavor and texture. Avg. yield: 5-7 Select 2998T (Treated, available 1/4 lb.
fruit/plant. Avg. 3,000 seeds/lb. and larger.) or 2998 (Untreated).
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $12.95; Oz. $20.75; PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $12.00; Oz. $20.55;
1/4 Lb. $51.70; 1/2 Lb. $97.35; 1/4 Lb. $51.20; Lb. $183.35; Sunshine kabocha combined with
Lb. $185.10; 5 Lbs. @ $166.86/Lb.; 5 Lbs. @ $163.77/Lb.; other winter squash being sold at fall
25 Lbs. @ $151.20/Lb. 25 Lbs. @ $146.05/Lb. farmer's market.
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SWISS CHARD
Swiss Chard
Bright Lights
GROWING INFORMATION
Beta vulgaris
CULTURE: Soil pH should be over 6.0.
Cool and mild weather is preferred, though
chard has some heat tolerance.
TRANSPLANTING: See “Beets”.
DIRECT SEEDING: Sow beginning
midspring and on into midsummer (fall
where winter is mild).
BUNCHING: Sow about 6 seeds/ft., 1/2”
deep, rows 18-24” apart. Thin to 4-6” apart
for larger leaves. Cut for bunching at any
stage; new leaves will grow.
SALAD MIX: Sow in a 2-4” wide band, 1”
apart, 40 seeds/ft. Clip in about 5 weeks.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE:
BUNCHING: For bunching: 300’ /oz., 31/4
oz. /1,000’, 41/2 lb. /acre at 6 seeds/ft. in Bright Lights Bright Yellow Fordhook Giant
rows 24” apart. For baby leaf: 45’ /oz., 11/3
lb. /1,000’, 39 lb./acre at 40 seeds/ft. in
rows 18” apart.
703D BRIGHT LIGHTS: AGI FORDHOOK GIANT: I
28 days baby, 55 days bunching. 25 days baby, 50 days bunching.
SIZED SEEDS: Standard except where noted.
Our own signature multicolored The standard green Swiss chard. The
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 20,000-40,000
(avg. 30,000). blend. Lightly savoyed, green or bronze leaves are medium green and savoyed
PACKET: 200 seeds sows 33-34’. leaves with stems of many colors including (crinkled) with white veins and broad,
gold, pink, orange, purple, red, and white white stems. Decorticated (rubbed),
with bright and pastel variations. The flavor sized seeds. Choose organic or nonor-
is milder than ordinary chard, with each ganic seeds.
Pelleted Swiss Chard Seeds color a bit different. Direct seed or trans-
Pellets are made of inert NOP-compliant
plant to allow separating out the individual 701G: Organic J
colors. Suitable for production year round, PKT $4.10; Oz. $5.25; 1/4 Lb. $8.99;
materials, and are size 18.0 - suitable for but somewhat less frost hardy than normal Lb. $23.10; 5 Lbs. @ $20.88/Lb.;
use with Stanhay seeders (belt size 18.0) for chard. The late New Zealand amateur 25 Lbs. @ $19.40/Lb.
or many of the precision seeders offered breeder John Eaton developed Bright
by Johnny’s. NOTE: These larger pellets Lights, and Johnny’s selects and maintains 701: Nonorganic
may be too heavy for air or vacuum the different color stocks and produces PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.15; 1/4 Lb. $7.35;
planters. For best results, we recommend the seeds. AAS winner. Decorticated Lb. $17.60; 5 Lbs. @ $15.91/Lb.;
consistent soil moisture during the germi- (rubbed) seeds. Also available with 25 Lbs. @ $13.80/Lb.
nation period. Pelleted seed must be kept NOP-compliant pelleting.
cool and dry prior to planting, and should
be used within one year of purchase.
PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $4.45; Germination Guide
10M @ $3.60/M; 25M @ $3.10/M; Soil Temp: 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
Seeding Rate: For 12” rows: 261,360- 100M @ $2.69/M; 500M @ $2.59/M. ºC ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95
522,700 pellets/acre @ 6-12 pellets/ft.
AIL
Optimum
For 18” rows: 174,240-348,480 pellets/ 2205D BRIGHT YELLOW: Range:
acre at 6-12 pellets/ft. Pkt.: 100 pellets. 30 days baby, 57 days bunching.
All yellow for baby leaf or full size
Conventional Seeds/NOP-Compliant Pellets bunches. Bright yellow stems and leaf NOTE: Decorticated seed has been
703JP Bright Lights veins contrast with deep green leaves. processed by rubbing to remove angu-
PKT $4.95; 1,000 Seeds $5.99; Decorticated (rubbed), sized seeds.
lar, corky edges that prevent the seed
10M @ $4.85/M; 25M @ $4.14/M; PKT $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $4.45;
10M @ $23.20/M; 25M @ $19.50/M; from flowing evenly through mechanical
100M @ $3.61/M; 500M @ $3.46/M. seeders.
100M @ $14.20/M; 500M @ $1.37/M.
702G: Organic J
PKT $4.10; Oz. $6.60; 1/4 Lb. $14.65;
Lb. $46.20; 5 Lbs. @ $40.95/Lb.;
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25 Lbs. @ $38.20/Lb.
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TOMATOES
Tomatoes
GROWING INFORMATION
Solanum lycopersicum
NEW
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. Call for additional cultural tips.
CULTURE: GROWING SEEDLINGS: Don’t
start too early! Root-bound, leggy plants
that have open flowers or fruit when
planted out may remain stunted and
produce poorly. Sow in flats, using a soilless
peat-based mix (NOT potting soil), 5-6
weeks before plants can be transplanted
out after frost danger. Keep temperature
of the starting mix at 75-90°F (24-32°C);
tomato seeds germinate very slowly in Marbonne
cooler soil. When first true leaves develop,
transplant into plug trays or 3-4” pots Indeterminate
for large, stocky 7-8 week transplants for
Indeterminate (climbing) varieties should be staked, trellised, or caged, and pruned for best
earliest crops. Grow seedlings at 60-70°F
results; fruit ripens over an extended period.
(16-21°C). Water only enough to keep the
mix from drying. Fertilize with fish emulsion
or a soluble, complete fertilizer. Red
TRANSPLANTING OUTDOORS: Transplant
into medium-rich garden or field soil NEW GIRL (F1): B 62 days. (F2, V) 3225 MARBONNE (F1): BC
12-24” apart for determinate varieties, First early, great flavor. Fruits avg. 4-6 69 days. (F, TOMV)
24-36” apart for indeterminate, unstaked oz. and have better flavor and are more NEW Superlative flavor and appear-
varieties, and 14-20” for staking. Water disease resistant than Early Girl. Holds ance. Marbonne is a hybrid version of the
seedlings with a high-phosphate fertilizer better than First Lady II. Widely adapted. long popular French heirloom Marmande,
solution (see Index). For earliest crops, set Indeterminate. Select organic or but with improved disease resistance and
plants out around the last frost date under nonorganic seeds. vigor. Beautiful, deep red, ribbed tomatoes
floating row covers (see Index) which will
are borne on healthy plants. Flavor is
protect from frost to about 28°F (-2°C).
If possible, avoid setting out unprotected
2412G: Organic J among the best with smooth, soft texture.
plants until night temperatures are over PKT $4.10; 250 Seeds $9.85; High yields of 7-9 oz. fruit. Makes a nice
45°F (7°C). Frost will cause severe damage! 500 Seeds $17.65; 1,000 Seeds $31.10; mix with Marnero and Margold. Does well
FERTILIZER: Abundant soil phosphorus is 5M @ $26.45/M. in protected culture. Indeterminate.
important for early high yields. Too much PKT (15 seeds) $9.95; 50 Seeds $30.30;
nitrogen causes rampant growth and soft 2412: Nonorganic 100 Seeds $54.60; 250 Seeds $128.30;
fruits susceptible to rot. PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $8.45; 500 Seeds $239.50;
DISEASES: Learn the common tomato 500 Seeds $15.15; 1,000 Seeds $26.70; 1,000 Seeds $453.30; 5M @ $433.34/M.
diseases in your area. Select resistant 5M @ $22.70/M.
varieties. For prevention, use young, healthy 2063 BIG BEEF (F1):
transplants, avoid overhead irrigation, 2513 MOUNTAIN MAGIC (F1): 70 days. (AS, F2, L, N, TMV, V)
plow in tomato plant refuse in the fall, 66 days. (AB, F3, LB, V) Nice combination of size, taste, and
rotate crops, and do not handle tobacco or Excellent flavor and late blight earliness. Full-flavored, 10-12 oz., globe-
smoke before handling plants. Fungicides resistant. Mountain Magic produces shaped fruits ripen early for their size. AAS
can reduce certain diseases when properly high yields of 2 oz., bright red, round winner.
selected and applied. BLOSSOM END salad tomatoes with very sweet flavor. The PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $11.75;
ROT: Prevent it by providing abundant soil
uniform, crack-resistant fruits may be truss 500 Seeds $21.80; 1,000 Seeds $38.45;
calcium and an even supply of soil moisture.
harvested. Great in salads or right off the 5M @ $33.58/M; 10M @ $31.00/M;
INSECT PESTS: Use row covers to protect
young seedlings from flea beetles. Tomato vine. Intermediate resistance to early blight. 25M @ $29.00/M.
hornworms can be controlled with bacillus PKT (15 seeds) $5.95; 50 Seeds $19.85;
thuringiensis. Use spinosad for potato 100 Seeds $35.45; 250 Seeds $67.30;
beetle larvae and adults. 500 Seeds $123.80;
HARVEST: Fully vine-ripen fruit only for 1,000 Seeds $232.75; 5M @ $202.29/M.
local retailing or use. To deliver sound fruit,
pick fruit less ripe the further the distance Variety Days Size (oz.) Firmness Disease Resistance
and the longer the time between the field
and the customer. New Girl 62 4-6 Firm F2, V
STORAGE: Store firm, ripe fruit 45-60°F Mountain Magic 66 2 Firm AB, F3, LB, V
(7-16°C) for 4-7 days.
Clementine 68 2 Medium FOR, F2, L
DAYS TO MATURITY: From transplants.
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 850 plants/1,000 Marbonne 69 7-9 Soft F, ToMV
seeds, 7,450 plants/oz., 119,000 plants/lb. Big Beef 70 10-12 Firm AS, F2, L, N, TMV, V
AVG. PLANTING RATE: Avg. 785 seeds to
produce 667 plants needed to plant 1,000 Estiva 70 6-7 Firm F2, TMV, V
ft. of row. Avg. 8,540 seeds, approx. 1 Bolseno 75 7-12 Firm F2, ToMV, V
oz., to produce 1 acre of transplants, 18”
Indigo Cherry Drops 71 1-2 Medium —
between plants in rows 4’ apart (7,260
plants needed). Chef’s Choice Orange 75 8-11 Medium TMV
SEED SPECS: SEEDS/OZ. (varies): 6,875- Pink Beauty 74 6-8 Firm —
15,625 (avg. 8,750).
PACKET: 40 seeds, unless otherwise noted. Martha Washington 78 8-16 Soft —
NEW
NEW
Chef's Choice
Orange
Clementine and
Mountain Magic
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TOMATOES
Heirloom K P
F L O
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N
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C D
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Heirloom tomatoes are varieties that have stood the test of time. We have them
Prices for Heirloom Tomatoes today because seed has been saved and passed down through generations of
PKT $4.10; 250 Seeds $5.80; growers. Heirlooms are almost as famous for being fickle in the garden as they
500 Seeds $9.20; 1,000 Seeds $11.00; are for great flavor. Generally they are lower yielding than modern hybrids. The
5M @ $8.65/M; 25M @ $5.45/M. thin skin that contributes to their flavor also means that they crack more easily
than thicker skinned varieties. We look for the best of both worlds, and find
heirlooms with the highest marketable yield without compromising on flavor.
NEW
3229G BJ
HEIRLOOM TOMATO COLLECTION: Color Variety Days Size Texture
Our favorite heirlooms in one
A 732 Matt’s Wild Cherry 60 days. 1/2 Oz. Smooth
collection. A group of classic
tomatoes including: B 756 Moskvich 60 days. 4-6 Oz. Meaty
• Brandywine
C 2766 Red Pear Piriform 78 days. 7-9 Oz. Meaty
Red
• Striped German D 748 Nepal 78 days. 10-12 Oz. Meaty
• Cherokee Purple I 3817G Amish Paste 85 days. 8-12 Oz. Meaty
• Amish Paste
J 3816G Speckled Roman 85 days. 6-8 Oz. Meaty
A great mix of some of the best-
E 3815G German Johnson 75 days. 8-16 Oz. Creamy
tasting tomatoes for fresh eating and
processing. One packet (40 seeds) of F
2845 Brandywine 78 days. 1 Lb. Smooth
Pink
each. All are indeterminate. $12.95. G
2166 Rose 78 days. 10+ Oz. Meaty
H
712 Pruden’s Purple 67 days. 1 Lb. Smooth
K 753G Cherokee Purple 72 days. 8-12 Oz. Meaty
3947G GRAFTED HEIRLOOM
TOMATO COLLECTION (F1): BJ L 3814G Black Krim 80 days. 8-16 Oz. Smooth
A collection of our favorite heirloom Black
M
2971G Black Prince 74 days. 3-5 Oz. Smooth
tomatoes, grafted. 34 each of German
Johnson, which is the best big pink N
2795G Japanese Black Trifele 74 days. 4-6 Oz. Rich
heirloom for growers; Cherokee Purple,
which provides a unique dusky-purple to
O
716 Great White 75 days. 12+ Oz. Meaty
brick-red look with excellent deep flavor P
749 Valencia 76 days. 8-10 Oz. Meaty
and texture; and Striped German, with
its striking red stripes in a bright yellow Orange & Yellow Q 714 Yellow Brandywine 78 days. 12+ Oz. Smooth
tomato with excellent, sweet/acidic flavor. R
2372 Striped German 78 days. 12+ Oz. Smooth
All are grafted to Estamino rootstock,
which offers broad resistance to soil- U
744 Yellow Pear 70 days. 1/2 - 1 Oz. Smooth
borne diseases. See individual varieties for
resistances. Indeterminate. No substitu-
S 821G Cherokee Green 72 days. 8+ Oz. Meaty
Green
tions. $316.20. T 2276 Green Zebra 72 days. 3-4 Oz. Meaty
and sweet, full flavor. High sugar content. Mild flavor. Indeterminate.
Though the flavor is superior, it doesn’t 3815G GERMAN JOHNSON: JD
yield as well as modern varieties, and 75 days. 749 VALENCIA: BJD
the fruits are soft. Fantastic in salsa and More vigorous, higher-yielding 76 days.
for fresh eating. Some resistance to early Brandywine type. Excellent flavor. Deep Sunny orange fruits with full tomato
blight and late blight. pink tomatoes are earlier, more uniform, flavor. Round, smooth fruits average 8-10
and slightly smaller than Brandywine at 8-16 oz. Their meaty interiors have few seeds.
756 MOSKVICH: BJD oz. Fruits have lots of deep, acidic tomato This midseason tomato is among the best
60 days. flavor and a rich, creamy texture. There are for flavor and texture. Our own selection
One of the most appealing extra-early two strains of this variety; this is the regu- of a Maine family heirloom with a Spanish
tomatoes. Fruits are early, deep red, and lar-leaved strain, which is earlier and more accent.
cold tolerant. Rich flavor. Smooth and productive than the potato-leaved strain.
globe-shaped, 4-6 oz. with a small stem 2372 STRIPED GERMAN: JD
scar. 712 PRUDEN'S PURPLE: JD 78 days.
67 days. Bicolor red and yellow fruit. The flat,
2766 RED PEAR PIRIFORM: D Early Brandywine type. Large to very medium to large, variably ribbed-shoulder
78 days. large (many over 1 lb.) fruits are flattened tomatoes are shaded yellow and red. The
Superb flavor. Pear shaped, 7-9 oz. fruits and smooth (except for shoulder ribbing marbled interior looks beautiful sliced.
with ribbed shoulders. Old-fashioned, juicy, on some), and resist cracking. Vivid dark Complex, fruity flavor and smooth texture.
sweet flavor. Harvest when shoulders are pink skin with crimson flesh. Medium tall, Medium-tall vines bear 12+ oz. fruit.
still green. From Liguria, Piedmonte, and potato-leaf plants.
Abruzzo regions of Italy. 716 GREAT WHITE: BJD
2845 BRANDYWINE: JD 78 days. 75 days.
748 NEPAL: BJD One of the best-tasting tomatoes. We Big yellow-white fruits with mild
78 days. describe Brandywine’s luscious flavor as flavor. There are a number of heirloom
Smooth and flavorful in late season. “very rich, loud, and distinctively spicy.” “white” tomatoes, and Great White is the
The 10-12 oz., medium-large, globe- The large fruits, often over 1 lb., have best we have seen. The 12+ oz. fruit is
shaped, bright red fruits are rather soft a deep pink skin and smooth red flesh. meaty with few seeds, a mild non-acid
but meaty with excellent flavor. Plenty of The medium-tall, potato-leaf plant is best flavor, and creamy texture. The medi-
old-fashioned tomato flavor. staked or caged. Our “Quisenberry” strain um-tall plants are less viny and mature
is considered among the best. earlier than other “whites”.
3817G AMISH PASTE: JD
85 days. Black 714 YELLOW BRANDYWINE: JD
A long-time favorite heirloom plum. 78 days.
Large for a sauce tomato, Amish Paste’s 2971G BLACK PRINCE: JD An orange old-timer with rich flavor.
slightly irregular plum-to strawberry shaped 74 days. An orange version of Brandywine. The
fruits avg. 8-12 oz. with excellent flavor. Mahogany brown with good flavor. fruits are larger than Valencia (12+ oz.).
These meaty tomatoes are good in salads Unusual brown shoulders become This potato-leafed variety can be finicky to
and great for processing. A Slow Food USA orange-red at the blossom end. Color grow, with roughly shaped fruit one year
Ark of Taste variety. will be deeper and more pronounced in and smooth the next.
sunnier locations. Distinctively rich, fruity
3816 SPECKLED ROMAN: tomato flavor. Relatively smooth, 3-5 oz., Green
85 days. 3” globes show less cracking than typically
Striking red sauce tomato with yellow seen in most heirlooms. 2276 GREEN ZEBRA: J
streaks. Speckled Roman is an elongated 72 days.
plum tomato, avg. 6-8 oz., with bright red 2795G Green-striped salad specialty. A
skin and golden streaks. Meaty red flesh JAPANESE BLACK TRIFELE: JD delicious, tangy salad tomato, ripe just as
has little juice, is good for fresh eating, 74 days. the green fruit develops a yellow blush,
and cooks quickly into sauce. Excellent Unusual pear shape and burgundy color. accentuating the darker green stripes. The
flavor. Developed by Seed Savers Exchange Good yields of 4-6 oz. fruit with excellent, 3-4 oz. fruits are the ideal size for slicing
member John Swenson. rich flavor. Harvest when shoulders are still into wedges for salads. Productive over a
green for best taste. Potato-leaf plants. long season. Developed by Tom Wagner.
Though technically not an heirloom, we
753G CHEROKEE PURPLE: JD feel this is the best place to list it.
72 days.
Unusual variety with full flavor. Medium- 821G CHEROKEE GREEN: JD
large, flattened globe fruits weigh 8-12 oz. 72 days.
Color is dusky pink with dark shoulders. Unique color, great flavor. Craig
MORE Multilocular interior ranges from purple to LeHoullier sent us this seed as a selection
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NEW
Determinate
Determinate (bush) varieties do not need pruning and may be grown with or without
support; fruit ripens within a concentrated time period.
Red
DEFIANT PHR (F1): A 741 VALLEY GIRL (F1): B
3226 BHN-589 (F1): C 70 days. (AB, F2, LB, V) 65 days. (F2, V)
75 days. (F2, TMV, V) Bred for both disease resistance and Sets fruit under heat or cold stress.
NEW The determinate tomato for flavor. This mid-size slicer has high resis- This productive, flavorful tomato has been
hoophouse growing. If you are going tance to late blight and intermediate resis- a top yielder in numerous areas. Maturing
to grow a determinate tomato in a tance to early blight combined with great early, the medium-sized (avg. 7-8 oz.),
hoophouse or greenhouse, try BHN-589. flavor. The 6-8-oz., globe-shaped fruit globe-shaped, red fruits are uniform
Plant is well adapted to hoophouse condi- are smooth and medium-firm with good ripening, firm, smooth, and crack tolerant.
tions, and offers a surprising combination texture. Deep red internal and external Growers report that Valley Girl continues
of fruit quality, shelf life, and really good color. High-yielding, medium-sized plants producing longer than other early varieties.
flavor. Semi-determinate plants are larger are widely adaptable. Defiant was tradi- Our best early variety for fruit set under
than compact determinates. Use tall stakes tionally bred to inherit the Ph-2 and Ph-3 temperature stress. Widely adapted.
to basket-weave. Very high yield potential. major genes for late blight (Phytophthora) PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $10.35;
8-10 oz. fruit. Combines well with resistance. Our thanks to No. Carolina 500 Seeds $19.20; 1,000 Seeds $32.70;
Maxifort. Determinate. State Univ. for their cooperation. Select 5M @ $27.97/M; 10M @ $25.07/M;
PKT $3.95; 50 Seeds $7.95; organic or nonorganic seeds. 25M @ $24.45/M; 50M @ $22.22/M.
100 Seeds $13.95; 250 Seeds $25.10;
500 Seeds $46.30; 1,000 Seeds $84.50; 2525G: Organic J 733 CELEBRITY (F1):
5M @ $79.60/M; 25M @ $74.20/M. PKT (15 seeds) $5.10; 100 Seeds $28.65; 72 days. (F2, N, TMV, V)
250 Seeds $54.30; 500 Seeds $100.20; Long-popular variety with good
3080 MOUNTAIN MERIT (F1): 1,000 Seeds $189.20; 5M @ $163.68/M; flavor. Medium-large, 7-8 oz., flavorful,
75 days. (F3, LB, N, TSWV) 25M @ $152.54/M; 100M @ $139.95/M. globe-shaped, firm red fruits ripen
Late blight-resistant slicer. Mountain midseason. Widely adapted. AAS winner.
Merit is a medium-large, 8-10 oz., red 2525: Nonorganic Vigorous plants. PKT $3.95;
slicer with an excellent disease package PKT (15 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $25.75; 250 Seeds $12.00; 500 Seeds $21.55;
to keep it healthy in the field. Larger than 250 Seeds $47.60; 500 Seeds $87.35; 1,000 Seeds $40.50; 5M @ $36.15/M;
Defiant PHR, though flavor is not quite as 1,000 Seeds $163.50; 5M @ $138.83/M; 10M @ $32.34/M; 25M @ $31.52/M;
good. Mountain Merit has one of the best 25M @ $129.19/M; 100M @ $117.51/M. 50M @ $29.40/M.
disease packages around for a variety of
field conditions. Determinate.
Variety Days Size (oz.) Firmness Disease Resistance
PKT (15 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $15.00;
250 Seeds $27.70; 500 Seeds $49.90; Polbig 60 6-8 Firm F, TMV, V
1,000 Seeds $95.00; 5M @ $88.16/M.
Orange Blossom 60 6-7 Moderate —
Early
178 POLBIG (F1): 60 days. (F, TMV, V) Oregon Spring 60 6-7 Moderate V
Compact plants perform well in cool
climates. High yields of very good tasting, Taxi 64 4-6 Moderate —
meaty, 6-8 oz. globe shaped fruit. Uniform Valley Girl 65 7-8 Firm F2, V
ripening time. Excellent deep red internal
and external color. PKT $4.95; Defiant PhR 70 5-7 Moderate AB, F2, LB, V
Mid
100 Seeds $10.70; 250 Seeds $20.40; Celebrity 72 7-8 Firm F2, N, TMV, V
500 Seeds $36.05; 1,000 Seeds $66.70;
5M @ $58.56/M. BHN-871 74 10-12 Firm F2, FOR, TMV, V
Mountain Fresh Plus 75 8-16 Firm F2, N, V
725 OREGON SPRING: J 60 days. (V)
Medium-sized, early, cold tolerant. Mountain Merit 75 8-10 Firm F3, LB, N, TSWV
Late
Avg. 6-7 oz. fruit. First early harvest for BHN-589 75 8-10 Firm F2, TMV, V
cool northern or high-elevation locations.
Compact plant. PKT $3.95; BHN-1021 76 8-16 Firm F2, N, TSWV,V
250 Seeds $9.85; 500 Seeds $17.40; Charger 78 10-14 Firm AS, F3, L, TYLCV, V
1,000 Seeds $31.20; 5M @ $26.37/M;
10M @ $23.79/M; 25M @ $23.03/M. Skyway 78 8-12 Firm F3, N, ToMV, TSWV, TYLCV, V
NEW
Margold
Marbonne
see pg. 120
Climstar
Small Fruited
3853G SAKURA (F1): JC
55 days. (F2, LM, N, TMV)
Early, delicious, attractive cherry. Real
sweet tomato flavor and firmness without
Bigdena Beorange being hard. One of the first varieties to ripen
in our greenhouse, Sakura keeps going all
3181 BIGDENA (F1): C 3090 BEORANGE (F1): C season long because of its excellent disease
77 days. (F2, FOR, LM, TMV, TOMV, V) 75 days. (F2, FOR, LM, TOMV, V) resistance. Prolific yielder of bright red medi-
NEW High yields of large, flavorful Orange slicer for the greenhouse. um-sized cherry tomatoes that avg. 15 gm.
fruit. Vigorous, open plants produce Great, sweet flavor with a better balance Excels in the greenhouse.
very high yields of uniform, 8-10 oz., red of acid and sweetness than most orange PKT $5.10; 100 Seeds $27.80;
fruits that are mostly smooth with slight tomatoes. Beorange is bred with the vigor 250 Seeds $52.55; 500 Seeds $97.75;
shoulder ribs. Very good flavor with nice and disease resistance to stand up to a 1,000 Seeds $183.70; 5M @ $159.08/M;
internal color and quality. Indeterminate. long season in the greenhouse. 6-8 oz. 25M @ $148.11/M.
PKT $10.95; 50 Seeds $35.75; fruits are firm but not hard, nor prone to
100 Seeds $70.50; 250 Seeds $158.20; cracking or other blemishes. Eye-catching, 2854 FAVORITA (F1): C
500 Seeds $308.90; deep orange color. High yielding. 58 days. (F2, LM, N, TMV)
1,000 Seeds $520.00; 5M @ $492.00/M. Indeterminate. PKT $19.95; Delicious and productive. This multi-
50 Seeds $59.50; 100 Seeds $112.00; ple-disease-resistant variety produces loads
3190 FREDERIK (F1): C 250 Seeds $216.30; 500 Seeds $415.00. of round, deep red cherries with great
76 days. (F2, FOR, LM, PM, TOMV) flavor on long trusses. Grow outdoors or in
NEW High yields from a compact, 3017 REBELSKI (F1): C the greenhouse. 15-20 gm. fruits.
vigorous plant. Frederik produces 7-9 75 days. (F2, FOR, LM, PM, TMV, V) PKT $9.95; 50 Seeds $31.50;
oz., beefsteak tomatoes with very good Greenhouse tomato for fresh market. 100 Seeds $59.65; 250 Seeds $124.90;
flavor. Deep round fruits have light ribbing. Rebelski combines very good flavor, 500 Seeds $229.65; 1,000 Seeds $433.15.
Short internode length results in a compact texture, presentation, and an excellent
plant, which works well for shorter green- disease package. Bright red, shiny, ribbed 3982 PARESO (F1): C
houses. Similar fruit size and plant habit fruits avg. 7-8 oz., and are very crack 60 days. (F2, LM, N, TOMV, V)
as Trust, which it replaces. Good green- resistant. Enough firmness to withstand Red grape tomato for the greenhouse.
house disease package including inter- some handling. An excellent disease Pareso is a delicious, meaty tomato that
mediate resistance to powdery mildew. package keeps the crop healthy over a is sweet and flavorful. Attractive, smooth,
Indeterminate. long season. Very high yield potential. Also 15-20 gm. fruits on long trusses. Good
PKT $10.95; 50 Seeds $31.50; known as DRW 7749. vigor and very high production potential.
100 Seeds $60.00; 250 Seeds $142.20; PKT $18.95; 50 Seeds $56.65; Good greenhouse disease resistance
500 Seeds $272.90; 100 Seeds $108.15; 250 Seeds $206.00; package, including leaf mold, keeps
1,000 Seeds $504.00; 5M @ $470.00/M. 500 Seeds $400.00; 1,000 Seeds $776.50; plants healthy through a long season.
5M @ $684.95/M. Intermediate resistance to nematodes.
3917 PINK WONDER (F1): C Indeterminate. Seed is film-coated with a
73 days. (F2, LM, TOMV, V) 2765G ARBASON (F1): JC blue, non-NOP compliant coating.
Ribbed, pink greenhouse tomato. 6-10 76 days. (F2, TMV, V) PKT $11.95; 50 Seeds $35.00;
oz. tomatoes with excellent flavor and Reliable producer with very good 100 Seeds $66.00; 250 Seeds $155.20;
smooth texture on large clusters. For larger flavor. Fruits avg. 7-9 oz. on vigorous 500 Seeds $297.95;
fruit size, prune to 3-4 fruit per cluster. plants. Excellent performer in our poly- 1,000 Seeds $583.95; 5M @ $515.00/M.
Soft flesh and thin skin improves flavor but tunnel trials. Compare to Buffalo.
requires even watering to prevent cracking. PKT $6.10; 50 Seeds $18.80; 3979 SANTORANGE (F1): C
Good vigor, yield, and disease resistance. 100 Seeds $33.40; 500 Seeds $116.90; 60 days. (F2, TOMV, V)
Heirloom-quality flavor and appearance. 1,000 Seeds $220.55; 5M @ $191.17/M. Orange grape tomato for the green-
Indeterminate. house. Attractive, 15-20 gm. fruits are
PKT $4.95; 50 Seeds $15.00; 2794 GERONIMO (F1): C thin skinned and meaty with excellent
100 Seeds $26.75; 500 Seeds $93.50; 78 days. (F2, LM, TMV, V) flavor. Vigorous, open plant with short
1,000 Seeds $176.45; 5M @ $153.00/M. Crack resistance with good flavor. leaves for dense spacing. Due to low
Very firm, 8-10 oz. fruit is produced on overall fruit load, plants may be grown
vigorous plants with good balance. Very with three heads ungrafted or four heads
For the complete list and more high yielding. Perennial yield leader in the grafted to get more out of each plant and
information on all of our Johnny’s hoophouse tomato trials. improve plant balance. Crack resistant.
Vegetable Resistance Codes PKT $9.95; 50 Seeds $34.00; Indeterminate. PKT $19.95;
100 Seeds $32.00; 250 Seeds $140.05; 50 Seeds $59.50; 100 Seeds $112.00;
see page 156D near our Order Form.
500 Seeds $266.70; 250 Seeds $216.30; 500 Seeds $415.00;
1,000 Seeds $510.00; 5M @ $469.00/M. 1,000 Seeds $800.00.
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Grafted Organic Tomato Plants
Many growers have seen the benefits of Individual Grafted Tomato Plants
grafted tomato plants, but not everyone Per Unit
has the time or opportunity to graft Part # Variety (102 Plants)
their own. Now Johnny’s offers certified
organic seedlings of some of our 3224G NEW BHN-589/Maxifort Grafted JC $316.20
favorite varieties grafted to vigorous, 3942G Big Beef/Estamino Grafted BJ $311.10
disease-resistant rootstock. Tomato
plants grafted to Estamino or Maxifort 3936G Blush/Estamino Grafted BJ $321.30
will be more productive and resistant
3938G Brandywine/Estamino Grafted BJ $305.00
to soil-borne diseases than plants
grown on their own roots. Johnny’s 3941G Cherokee Purple/Estamino Grafted BJ $305.00
recommends Estamino rootstock for
general applications, as it promotes 3939G German Johnson/Estamino Grafted BJ $305.00
strong fruiting on a more manage-
3930G Geronimo/Estamino Grafted BJC $376.40
able plant. We recommend Maxifort
when extra longevity is desired, as its 3221G NEW Geronimo/Maxifort Grafted BJ $376.38
vigorous vegetative growth will enable
a sustained harvest over a longer period 3937G Green Tiger/Estamino Grafted BJ $321.30
of time. Both rootstocks offer excellent 3974G Pink Bumble Bee/Estamino Grafted BJ $321.30
resistance to soil-borne diseases. Please
note that when plants arrive they are 3976G Pink Tiger/Estamino Grafted BJ $321.30
a smaller size than are typically trans-
planted. Order your plants at least 1-2 3975G Purple Bumble Bee/Estamino Grafted BJ $321.30
weeks before desired transplant date to 3929G Rebelski/Estamino Grafted BJC $396.80
grow to desired size.
3222G NEW Rebelski/Maxifort Grafted BJ $396.78
Ordering and Shipping Information 3931G Sakura/Estamino Grafted BJC $345.80
Single-variety flats or preselected mixed flats
of 34 plants of three different varieties are 3220G NEW Sakura/Maxifort Grafted BJ $345.78
available. The minimum order is one flat of 102
plants shipped by the first week of June 2015; 3946G Sunrise Bumble Bee/Estamino Grafted BJ $321.30
after that date the minimum order is four flats,
and no collections will be available.
• The lead time required for all grafted Grafted Tomato Plant Collections
tomato plants is 10 weeks. Plant Varieties
• All orders are considered custom orders
because these plants are grown to your 3949G Grafted Bumble Bee Tomato Collection (F1): BJ
selection. Sorry, no cancellations. 34 plants each of Sunrise Bumble Bee, Pink Bumble Bee, and Purple Bumble Bee. No
substitutions. $331.50.
• Plants ship Monday through Wednesday
of your selected ship week via two-day 3950G Grafted Cherry Tomato Collection (F1): BJ
service - please provide a physical shipping 34 plants each of Supersweet 100 for red, Yellow Mini for yellow, and Sun Gold for orange.
address. No substitutions. $321.30.
• No standard shipping charges apply. 3952G Estamino Grafted Greenhouse Tomato Collection (F1): BJC
However, for shipments to MT, AK, and This collection includes Rebelski, Geronimo, and Sakura for a prolific red cherry tomato. No
NV, a fee of $80 will be charged for a substitutions. $372.30.
phytosanitary certificate. Shipments to 3947G Grafted Heirloom Tomato Collection (F1): BJ
U.S. 50 states only (no U.S. territories). 34 each of German Johnson, Cherokee Purple, and Striped German.No substitutions. $316.20.
• If shipping in potentially freezing weather,
an insulated box (#7250) is available for 3948G Grafted Tiger Tomato Collection (F1): BJ
34 plants each of Pink Tiger, Green Tiger, and Blush. No substitutions. $331.50.
an extra $10.00.
NEW 3223G Maxifort Grafted Greenhouse Tomato Collection (F1): BJ
Visit Johnnyseeds.com/GraftedPlants for This collection includes Rebelski, Geronimo, and Sakura. No substitutions. $372.30.
additional information or call 1-877-564-6697
Tomato Rootstock
For more information on rootstock
selection, see our Grafting Tomatoes 3195 DRO141TX (F1): CM
for Increased Vigor and Disease (F2, FOR, LM, PL, TOMV, V) 3088G ESTAMINO (F1): JCM
Resistance PDF in our Grower's Library NEW Vigorous rootstock with more (F3, FOR, LM, N, TOMV, TSWV, V)
on Johnnyseeds.com. generativity. DRO141TX is a tomato Organic, generative rootstock. Estamino
rootstock that puts a higher proportion is a strong, generative rootstock that puts a
2700 MAXIFORT (F1): CM of energy into the fruit than other vegeta- high proportion of energy into fruit. Easier
(F2, FOR, N, PL, TMV, V) tive rootstocks. For growers who tend to to balance than Maxifort and Colosus.
Highly vigorous, disease-resistant have excessively vegetative plants early in Especially useful for tomatoes in cultivation
rootstock. When grafted to large-fruited the season, this may be easier to balance. for six months or less, in unheated hoop-
(over 100 gm.) tomatoes, Maxifort has the Maintains a high level of energy for an houses, or with small-fruited (less than 100
potential to greatly boost yield and vigor. extended period to keep the crop vigorous gm) varieties. Good disease package for soil.
Longtime standard rootstock in the green- through high temperatures and a long For use as rootstock only. Seed has been
house industry. For use as rootstock only. season. Replaces DRO138TX. For use as organically primed to improve germination.
50 Seeds $23.65; 250 Seeds $80.10; rootstock only. 50 Seeds $26.10; 50 Seeds $28.35; 250 Seeds $96.10;
500 Seeds $149.35; 1,000 Seeds $283.25; 250 Seeds $88.00; 500 Seeds $165.55; 500 Seeds $179.15; 1,000 Seeds $339.85;
5M @ $252.00/M. 1,000 Seeds $311.25; 5M @ $277.00/M. 5M @ $302.00/M.
A unique new kind of tomato, all the Artisans are small in size and striped.
Some are an elongated cherry tomato shape, dubbed the julienne tomato. These
Prices for Artisan Tomatoes™ have Tiger in the name (except Blush). The Tiger tomatoes can be cut crosswise
PKT $4.10; 100 Seeds $5.35; into rounds or lengthwise into roughly oval shapes. The others are a traditional
250 Seeds $9.75; 500 Seeds $14.35; cherry tomato shape with stripes, known as the Bumble Bees. Over a decade in
1,000 Seeds $21.60; 5M @ $19.04/M; the making, independent breeders at Artisan Seeds used traditional breeding
25M @ $17.09/M. techniques to develop these tomatoes. They are some of the most attractive we
have ever seen all by themselves; even better when mixed. And, the best part is,
they taste as good as they look.
Tiger Series
3857G LUCKY TIGER: BJL 3920G GREEN TIGER: J 3519 PINK TIGER:
70 days. 70 days. 70 days.
Elongated green striped cherry Elongated green-when-ripe cherry. Elongated pink cherry tomato with
tomato with a striking red blush. Darker green striping creates a distinctive yellow-orange striping. Excellent
As Lucky Tiger ripens, the green striping appearance. Green Tiger has the green- balanced sweet and acidic flavor. Pretty
becomes more defined and the back- ish-yellow flesh color and bold, sweet dark pink tomatoes with contrasting
ground turns red as the interior marbling and acidic flavor typical of green-when- lighter striping are great in mixes with the
develops. The overall effect when ripe is ripe varieties. Great in mixes with the other Artisan varieties. 25-30 gm. fruits.
of a red tomato with prominent green other Artisan tomatoes. 25-30 gm. fruits. Indeterminate. Avg. 21,800 seeds/oz.
striping. Excellent sweet, tart flavor. Great Indeterminate. Avg. 14,500 seeds/oz.
in mixes with the other Artisan tomatoes.
25-30 gm. fruits. Indeterminate.
Avg. 15,800 seeds/oz.
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Cherry
Indeterminate Determinate
NEW
Specialty Small-Fruited
2760 TOMATOBERRY GARDEN (F1):
60 days.
Unique strawberry-shaped fruits. High-yielding
plants. Fruits have a beautiful, deep red color with
broad shoulders tapering to a blunt point at the
blossom end, giving them a heart-like appearance.
Firm, meaty texture with excellent sweet flavor. Fruits
avg. 1” x 1” and weigh 10-15 gm. Indeterminate. We
regret that we are not able to ship this item outside
of North America.
PKT (15 seeds) $5.95; 50 Seeds $16.10;
100 Seeds $27.55; 250 Seeds $55.00; BHN-624
500 Seeds $101.70; 1,000 Seeds $190.65;
5M @ $164.95/M; 10M @ $159.00/M;
25M @ $144.00/M. Tomatoberry Garden
550 BHN-624 (F1): 60 days.
A cross between a grape tomato and a cherry 744 YELLOW PEAR: D
tomato. BHN-624 has the oval shape of a grape, the 70 days.
juicy consistency of a cherry, and an excellent, sweet Petite, distinctive salad tomato. The tall,
rich flavor. Consistently one of the best-tasting in our vigorous vines bear quantities of small, 3/4-1
trials. Nice, deep red color. Heavy yields of 15-20 gm oz., lemon yellow, pear-shaped fruits. Mild
fruit. over a long period of time. Indeterminate. flavor. Indeterminate.
PKT (15 seeds) $7.95; 50 Seeds $25.70; PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $5.80;
100 Seeds $46.80; 250 Seeds $89.00; 500 Seeds $9.20; 1,000 Seeds $11.00;
500 Seeds $165.50; 1,000 Seeds $313.90. 5M @ $8.65/M; 25M @ $5.45/M. Yellow Pear
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TOMATOES
Juliet
Verona
Golden Rave
Bellstar
Plum Regal
Paisano
Monica
Granadero
Amish Paste
Speckled
Pozzano
Tiren
Roman
Dimensions may vary significantly due to
culture and environmental conditions.
Key: 1 square equals 1 inch.
Indeterminate
707 JULIET (F1): 3998 TIREN (F1): B
60 days. (AB, LB) 75 days. (F, TOMV, V)
Small mini-roma flavor fresh or NEW Early, classic San Marzano
cooked. Juliet is one of the most disease shape. Developed in Italy, Tiren produces
resistant in our trials. Deep red, shiny fruits meaty, 5-6 oz. fruits with the classic San
avg. 2-21/4” L x 13/8-11/2” W, weighing Marzano appearance. Great flavor for
11/2-2 oz. Typically 12-18 fruits per cluster. sauce. Earlier and higher yielding than
Delicious, rich tomato flavor for salads, San Marzano 168, which it replaces.
great salsa, and fresh pasta sauce. Good Indeterminate.
crack resistance, vine storage, and shelf PKT $3.95; 250 Seeds $13.15;
Tiren life. Intermediate resistance to early blight. 500 Seeds $21.70; 1,000 Seeds $34.35;
AAS winner. PKT (15 seeds) $3.95; 5M @ $30.17/M; 25M @ $24.65/M.
250 Seeds $13.50; 500 Seeds $22.35;
1,000 Seeds $35.35; 5M @ $31.06/M; 2584G GRANADERO (F1): J
25M @ $25.39/M. 75 days. (F2, N, PM, TMV, TSWV, V)
Organic plum tomato with a good
2733 GOLDEN RAVE (F1): disease resistance package. Granadero
67 days. produces very high yields of uniform,
Golden yellow baby Roma with great attractive, bright red, 4-5 oz. tomatoes
flavor. High yields of attractive, small, 2 with very good flavor. Thick-walled
oz fruits. Full, well-balanced, sweet flavor for fruit are good for fresh tomato sauces,
fresh eating or cooking. salsas, and salads. Broad disease resis-
PKT (15 seeds) $3.95; 50 Seeds $11.30; tances, including IR to TSWV, resistance
100 Seeds $19.20; 250 Seeds $36.00; to Nematodes, and low susceptibility
500 Seeds $66.50; 1,000 Seeds $122.75; to blossom end rot, keep Granadero
5M @ $104.86/M; 25M @ $95.55/M. healthy even under heavy disease pressure.
Indeterminate. PKT (15 seeds) $6.10;
VERONA (F1): A 100 Seeds $26.65; 250 Seeds $50.25;
67 days. (AB, F, V) 500 Seeds $93.50; 1,000 Seeds $175.75;
Golden Rave Larger, more flavorful Juliet type. 5M @ $152.23/M; 25M @ $141.73/M.
Similar to Juliet, but with even tastier,
somewhat plumper, deep red “cocktail
plum” fruits averaging 21/2 oz. Long
clusters on a medium vigorous vine.
Intermediate resistance to early blight.
Select organic or nonorganic seeds.
3811G: Organic J
PKT (15 seeds) $4.10; 100 Seeds $31.90;
250 Seeds $60.55; 500 Seeds $111.75;
1,000 Seeds $210.95; 5M @ $182.58/M;
25M @ $170.10/M; 100M @ $156.05/M.
3811: Nonorganic
PKT (15 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $26.60;
250 Seeds $50.45; 500 Seeds $93.10;
1,000 Seeds $175.80; 5M @ $152.15/M;
Verona 25M @ $141.74/M; 100M @ $130.04/M. Granadero
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TURNIPS — WATERMELONS
Watermelons
Turnips
GROWING INFORMATION
Brassica rapa
CULTURE: Turnips are tolerant of moderate
frost as seedlings in spring, and as mature
plants in fall. Turnips prefer a fertile, well
drained soil, with a pH range of 6.0-7.5.
Sow early spring through late summer in a
2-4” wide band, seeds 1” apart (35 seeds/
ft.) for small turnips or 2” apart and half
this rate for larger turnips. Sow 1/4-1/2”
deep in rows 12-18” apart. INSECT PESTS:
Floating row covers installed at the time
of sowing will keep the turnips free of Little Baby Flower Sweet Favorite
insect pests, including flea beetles and root
maggots. HARVEST: Young, radish-size
turnips in about 30 days, full size in 40-50 Diploid
days. Roots are smoothest when small.
STORAGE: Turnips with greens store at 2495 LITTLE BABY FLOWER (F1): B 477 SWEET FAVORITE (F1): 79 days.
32°F (0°C) and 95% relative humidity for 70 days. Best oblong watermelon for northern,
10-14 days. Not intended for long-term Our smallest watermelon, with great cool areas. Bright green rind with darker
winter storage. AVG. DIRECT SEEDING flavor and appearance. Small, 51/2” stripes. Avg. 10-12 lb. here, larger farther
RATE: 320’/oz., 3.1 oz./1,000’, 5 2/3 lb./ round, avg. 2-4 lb. fruit. Bright stripe south. Ripens much earlier than others of
acre at 35 seeds/ft. in rows 18” apart. pattern on shell and dark pink flesh that the oval-oblong, striped type and yields
SEED SPECS: See individual varieties.
is sweet and crisp with high sugar count. well. Bright red, sweet flesh. Intermediate
PACKET: 400 seeds sows 11’.
High-yielding plants. Avg. 3-5 fruits/plant. resistance to anthracnose and fusarium.
PKT (30 seeds) $5.95; 1/8 Oz. $16.85; Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant. AAS winner.
1/4 Oz. $28.30; 1/2 Oz. $51.75; PKT (15 seeds) $5.95; 1/8 Oz. $16.85;
Oz. $93.30; 1/4 Lb. $261.15. 1/4 Oz. $28.30; 1/2 Oz. $51.75;
Oz. $93.30; 1/4 Lb. $261.15.
2493 STARLIGHT (F1): B
75 days. 2133 CRIMSON SWEET: 85 days.
Festival type. Round, 8” diameter fruits Standard shipper. Dark and light green-
weighing 10-12 lb. Deep green with highly striped, 10” x 12”, blocky, oval fruits weigh
contrasting black stripes. Red flesh has in at 15-25 lb. Sweet red flesh. Avg. 1-2
Hakurei and excellent flavor with crisp texture. Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant.
Scarlet Queen Red Stems (L to R) fruits/plant. PKT (30 seeds) $3.95; Oz. $7.85;
PKT (30 seeds) $5.95; 1/8 Oz. $16.85; 1/4 Lb. $15.90; Lb. $39.45.
706 HAKUREI (F1): 38 days. 1/4 Oz. $28.30; 1/2 Oz. $51.75;
This white salad turnip sets the Oz. $93.30; 1/4 Lb. $261.15. GROWING INFORMATION
standard for flavor. The flat-round, Citrullus lanatus var. lanatus
smooth, white roots mature early, just after 476 SUGAR BABY: CULTURE: Follow instructions under
radishes, and are best harvested young, 76 days. “Melons”.
up to 2” diameter. Eaten raw the flavor is The standard of small watermelons. RIPENESS: There are 3 ways to tell when
sweet and fruity, and the texture is crisp Round fruits, 6-8” in diameter, averaging a watermelon is ripe: 1) the tendril nearest
and tender. The dark green hairless tops are 8-10 lb. Ripe melons are almost black. the point on the vine where fruit stem
useful raw or lightly cooked with the roots. Good flavor. Tough rinds resist cracking. attaches is browning/dead, 2) the spot
Avg. 185,000 seeds/lb. PKT $3.95; The standard of “icebox” melons for many where the fruit rests on the ground is
1/4 Oz. $8.85; 1/2 Oz. $14.80; years. Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant. yellow, and 3) the classic mystery - you hear
Oz. $22.40; 1/4 Lb. $55.75; Lb. $194.40. PKT (30 seeds) $3.95; Oz. $5.45; “punk”, as opposed to “pink” or “pank”,
1/4 Lb. $13.00; Lb. $31.20. when you flick the melon with your fingers.
2374 SCARLET QUEEN RED STEMS (F1): STORAGE: Hold at 45°F (7°C) and 85%
43 days. relative humidity 2-3 weeks.
AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE: 340’/oz.,
Beautiful, red salad turnips. These Germination Guide 500’/1,000 seeds, 3 oz./1,000’, 11/3 lb./acre
slightly flattened turnips have sweet, crisp, Soil Temp: 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
ºC ºF 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 at 3 seeds every 18”, in rows 6’ apart.
white flesh with spicy, red skin. Internal
TRANSPLANTS: Avg. 550 plants /oz.
red splashes of color add to the appeal Optimum SEED SPECS: SEEDS/LB.: 10,000-14,000
when sliced. The hairless, dark green tops Range:
(avg. 11,000).
have attractive red stems and can be used PACKET: See individual varieties.
in salads, or cooked on their own or with
the roots. Best when harvested at 2-3” in
diameter. Avg. 124,000 seeds/lb.
PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $7.90; 1/2 Oz. $12.10;
Oz. $21.35; 1/4 Lb. $54.10; Lb. $180.25.
NEW
Triploid/Seedless
Although the fruits are practically seedless, a few seeds may form under
474 SUNSHINE (F1): B stressful conditions. Seedless watermelons require starting indoors under
75 days. favorable conditions to ensure proper germination. They also require a pollinator
Superior yellow-flesh watermelon. The watermelon or normal seeded watermelon to set fruits. Seeds of a pollinator
oval-round, striped melons are “icebox” and complete growing instructions are included with each order.
size, avg. 8-10 lb. Sunshine’s bright yellow
flesh is brittle, juicy, and very sweet. 3856 HARVEST MOON (F1): 85 days. 3236T FANTASY (F1): 80 days.
Strong, thin rind, bright green with dark Seedless Moon and Stars-type water- NEW Exceptionally sweet, mini
green stripes. Compact vine. Resistant to melon. A delicious twist on the old watermelon. Fantasy, at just 5-7 lb., has
hollow heart. Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant. favorite, dark green rind with characteristic bright red flesh that is very sweet, crisp, and
PKT (15 seeds) $5.95; 1/8 Oz. $17.05; markings of small yellow “stars” and larger flavorful. This 7” round, seedless watermelon
1/4 Oz. $29.55; Oz. $96.05; yellow “moons.” Crisp, sweet red flesh is is perfect for both fresh markets and CSAs.
1/4 Lb. $267.40. seedless with good flavor. Earlier to ripen Uniform fruits have a thin rind with a dark
with shorter vines and a higher yield of and medium green coloring. Compares
479 NEW ORCHID (F1): B smaller melons than heirloom Moon and favorably to Sorbet, which it replaces. Avg.
80 days. Stars. Medium-sized, 8-13 lb., oval melons. 2-3 fruits/plant. Available treated seed
Sweet, bright orange flesh. Beautiful Avg. 2-3 fruits per plant. AAS Winner. only. PKT $7.95; 50 Seeds $24.50;
appearance inside and out. New Orchid’s PKT (15 seeds) $7.95; 50 Seeds $24.55; 100 Seeds $44.00; 250 Seeds $83.00;
outstanding, sherbet-like taste makes 100 Seeds $44.05; 250 Seeds $83.55; 500 Seeds $155.95;
it a real people pleaser. The fruits are a 500 Seeds $155.95; 1,000 Seeds $296.35. 1,000 Seeds $296.30; 5M @ $266.68/M.
medium large “icebox” size, avg. 7-9 lb.,
and oval-round. The skin has dark green, 3841 ORANGE CRISP (F1): 87 days. 2307 FARMERS WONDERFUL (F1):
high-contrast stripes; similar to Sunshine Orange seedless watermelon with 85 days.
in appearance, only somewhat larger. Avg. great flavor. 9” round, light green fruits Pink flesh has unsurpassed flavor. The
1-2 fruits/plant. with dark green stripes avg. 17-19 lb. nearly round, 8” x 73/4”, seedless fruits
PKT (15 seeds) $5.95; 1/8 Oz. $16.85; Compared to Orange Sweet, which it avg. 14-16 lb. They are medium green with
1/4 Oz. $28.30; 1/2 Oz. $51.75; replaced, Orange Crisp has firmer, more dark green stripes. Excellent variety for quali-
Oz. $93.30; 1/4 Lb. $261.15. crisp flesh, and better resistance to hollow ty-conscious customers. Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant.
heart. Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant. PKT (10 seeds) $5.95; 50 Seeds $19.90;
2871 SORBET SWIRL (F1): B PKT (15 seeds) $8.95; 50 Seeds $28.00; 100 Seeds $36.75; 250 Seeds $69.85;
77 days. 100 Seeds $36.35; 250 Seeds $69.20; 500 Seeds $129.10;
The finest multicolored watermelon 500 Seeds $127.90; 1,000 Seeds $240.80; 1,000 Seeds $243.10; 5M @ $210.60/M.
we have seen. Flesh has beautiful pastel 5M @ $208.61/M.
swirls of red and yellow. Avg. 10 lb. fruits BACTERIAL FRUIT BLOTCH: Bacterial Fruit
are round to oval, 8” in diameter. Display 55 AMARILLO (F1): 82 days. Blotch (BFB) is a serious disease that has
a cut specimen for your customers’ inspec- Yellow seedless with sweet flavor. become a significant risk in the areas of
tion. It is relatively early, has performed Amarillo is an attractive, medium green watermelon cultivation. The pathogen
well in both cool and warm years, and has with dark green stripes and bright yellow causing BFB can be introduced into a field
first-rate sweetness and texture. Avg. 1-2 flesh. The globe-shaped fruits avg. 15 lb. by infected seeds, infected transplants,
fruits/plant. Avg. 1-2 fruits/plant. volunteer watermelon, mechanical means,
PKT (15 seeds) $5.95; 1/8 Oz. $12.00; PKT (10 seeds) $9.95; 50 Seeds $31.60; or natural spread from alternate hosts.
1/4 Oz. $20.50; 1/2 Oz. $38.75; 100 Seeds $57.25; 250 Seeds $110.30; All of Johnny’s watermelon seed lots have
Oz. $65.50; 1/4 Lb. $182.45. 500 Seeds $208.30; tested negative for BFB by minimum 10,000
1,000 Seeds $400.40; 5M @ $360.35/M. seed grow out. NOTE: A disease-free test
result does not guarantee a seed lot to be
disease-free, only that in the sample tested,
the pathogen tested for was not found.
Strawberry Seeds
Fruiting
Part # Variety Best Use Maturity Fruit Size Growing Notes Pricing
Type Zones
PKT (15 seeds) $4.95; 50 Seeds $15.35;
Field or Mid to White flowers 100 Seeds $28.00; 250 Seeds $66.50;
3893 Elan (F1) GSU Day-Neutral Medium 5-8 with vigorous 500 Seeds $118.00; 1,000 Seeds $225.00;
Container Late runners. 5M @ $198.00/M.
Mid to Deep rose flow- PKT (15 seeds) $4.65; 50 Seeds $13.40;
247 Tarpan (F1) GSU Container Day-Neutral Small/Med. 5-8 ers with vigorous 100 Seeds $24.20; 250 Seeds $55.05;
Late runners. 500 Seeds $100.20; 1,000 Seeds $190.05.
Field or Mid to Compact PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 1,000 Seeds $4.60;
697 Alexandria GSU Day-Neutral Small 5-8 plants, Alpine 5M @ $1.55/M; 25M @ $1.29/M;
Container Late Strawberries. 50M @ $1.15/M.
White flowers PKT (50 seeds) $4.95; 100 Seeds $9.85;
Field or Mid to
2425 Sarian (F1) GSU Day-Neutral Small/Med. 5-8 with compact 250 Seeds $17.50; 500 Seeds $31.40;
Container Late 1,000 Seeds $58.35; 5M @ $48.41/M.
habit.
Rhubarb Seeds
Part # Variety Best Use Fruiting Type Maturity Fruit Size Growing Zones Notes Pricing
Rosemary
Long, strong stems are ideal for use as skewers on
3955G Perfect Skewer Sun 7-11 14 $76.00
the barbeque. Subtle earthy flavor.
An excellent standard variety. Slightly wider leaves
3953G Gorizia Sun 7-11 14 $79.00
and very upright habit.
Sage
Large oval leaves set this variety apart from typical Sun/Part
3964G Berggarten 5-11 8 $79.00
sage varieties. Shade
Sun/Part
3965G Icterina Bright green and yellow variegated leaves. 6-11 8 $79.00
Shade
Variegated green and cream leaves with purple Sun/Part
3966G Tricolor 6-11 8 $79.00
tinge. Shade
Vegetative Herb
Collection
3148G: Organic J
PKT $4.10; 1/2 Oz. $12.85; Oz. $22.50;
1/4 Lb. $58.50; Lb. $201.00; 5 Lbs. @ $190.45/
Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $186.30/Lb.
3148: Nonorganic
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $10.70; Oz. $18.75;
1/4 Lb. $48.75; Lb. $168.00; 5 Lbs. @ $158.70/
Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $155.25/Lb.
Eleonora
Pesto
NEW
GENOVESE: (A) 68 days. Multi-Seed Pelleted Basil Seeds
Classic Italian variety. Authentic flavor and appear-
ance. Tall and relatively slow to bolt with large, dark 3188P GENOVESE COMPACT, IMPROVED MULTI-SEED PELLET: (A) B
green leaves about 3” long. Ht. 24-30”. Avg. 18,000 74 days.
seeds/oz. Select organic seed, nonorganic seed, or NEW Multi-seed pellets for precision and convenience. Our
organic seed with NOP-compliant pelleting. Genovese Compact, Improved variety in a multi-seed pellet is ideal for
retail container or hydroponic production. Simply sow one pellet per 21/2”
911G: Organic J container or growing media cube. Pellets contain 4-5 seeds each and are
PKT $3.95; Oz. $7.50; 1/4 Lb. $15.05; approximately size 8.0-10.0 (3.5-4.0 mm diameter). Conventional pellets, not
Lb. $39.95; 10 Lbs. @ $38.03/Lb. approved for use on certified organic farms.
PKT (100 seeds) $4.95; 250 Seeds $8.60; 500 Seeds $15.40;
911: Nonorganic 1,000 Seeds $27.90; 5M @ $23.95/M; 25M @ $21.00/M;
PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.55; 1/4 Lb. $10.50; 100M @ $19.00/M; 500M @ $18.40/M; 1,000M @ $17.95/M.
Lb. $28.90; 10 Lbs. @ $25.25/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $21.83/Lb.
Fusarium Resistant
2946G AROMA 2 (F1): (A) JCG
70 days.
Fusarium-resistant Genovese type.
A good choice for greenhouse or field
production. Classic basil appearance with
glossy, dark green, 3” long leaves and
classic aroma. Ht. 20-24”. Avg. 18,500
seeds/oz. Select organic seed or organic
seed with NOP-compliant pelleting.
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $9.40; Oz. $16.40;
1/4 Lb. $42.80; Lb. $147.45;
10 Lbs. @ $139.38/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $136.35/Lb.
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CGreenhouse Performer GContainers ISalad Ingredient PTrellis needed L Plant variety protected F Cold Tolerant T Highly Fragrant
BASIL
Citrus
LIME: (A) 60 days.
Zesty lime aroma. Adds a unique citrus
flair to fish and salads. Compact plant has
2” long, bright green leaves. Ht. 16-20”.
Select organic or nonorganic seeds.
Asian
227 CHRISTMAS: (A) G 55 days.
Unique flavor and appearance.
1
Beautiful, 1 /2-2”, glossy green leaves
with dark purple flowers. Serves well in
the kitchen and makes a great garden
border or bouquet addition. Plants are very
uniform and have a pleasant spicy aroma.
Ht. 16-20”. Avg. 18,800 seeds/oz.
PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $13.65; Oz. $44.00;
1/4 Lb. $124.35; Lb. $432.60.
Pluto
Fine Leaf
Dark Opal Purple Ruffles
Fine Leaf or Greek basil has the
advantage of having smaller leaves
and softer stems. Its flavor is also Purple
quite strong.
902 DARK OPAL: (A) R 905 PURPLE RUFFLES: (A) GL
80 days. 85 days.
3863 PLUTO: (A) G For garnishes and cut flower use. Large ruffled leaves are good for
30 days. Mostly purple plants with 20% variegated garnishing. Also great in containers or
Compact fine leaf basil for small or or green plants make a great color combo. garden beds as an ornamental. Small
mixed containers. Aromatic Greek basil Leaves avg. 11/2-3” at full size. AAS winner. percentage of plants are green. 3” long
flavor. Uniform, neat, well-branched, and Ht. 16-18”. Avg. 21,000 seeds/oz. leaves. AAS winner. Ht. 16-20”. Avg.
compact habit. 1/2” long leaves. Ht. 6-8”. PKT $3.95; Oz. $11.15; 1/4 Lb. $26.10; 21,000 seeds/oz.
Avg. 29,700 seeds/oz. Lb. $86.40; 5 Lbs. @ $77.48/Lb.; PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $17.50;
PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $9.05; Oz. $28.55; 25 Lbs. @ $74.17/Lb. 1/2 Oz. $30.95; Oz. $57.25;
1/4 Lb. $75.60; Lb. $239.95. 1/4 Lb. $159.30; Lb. $553.55.
B JSS Exclusive/Specialty J Organic AAS Winner D Heirloom R Cut Flower O Dried Flower U Edible Flower Easy Choice 143
CGreenhouse Performer GContainers ISalad Ingredient PTrellis needed L Plant variety protected F Cold Tolerant T Highly Fragrant
ANGELICA – CATMINT
Borage
Wild Bergamot
BORAGE: (A) U 50-60 days. Catmint
Edible flower with mild cucumber
827 WILD BERGAMOT: (P) RU flavor. Large plants bear hundreds of 2921 CATMINT: (P) GU
365 days. small edible flowers, mostly blue and some 75-85 days.
Bright lavender blooms with a spicy pink. Mild cucumber flavor for salads and Profuse lavender blooms on spiky
scent. Used by Native Americans to soothe garnishes. Long harvest period. Select stems. Good for containers and perennial
bronchial complaints and ease colds. Avg. organic or nonorganic seeds. gardens. Soft, crinkled, gray-green leaves
88,000 seeds/oz. on a compact, mounding plant. Avg.
PKT $3.95; 1/8 Oz. $9.15; 912G: Organic J Avg. 1,400 seeds/oz. 28,000 seeds/oz.
1/4 Oz. $15.20; 1/2 Oz. $25.30; PKT $3.95; Oz. $8.75; 1/4 Lb. $18.50; PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $7.90; Oz. $23.55;
Oz. $44.55; 1/4 Lb. $120.30. Lb. $51.25. 1/4 Lb. $58.90; Lb. $199.75.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Angelica
30 days Spring or Fall Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 72-96" 12-24" Zones 4-9
Angelica archangelica
Anise
6-14 days Spring Direct Sun 24" 6" Annual
Pimpinella anisum
Anise Hyssop
7-16 days Spring or Fall Transplant Sun 24-36" 6-12" Zones 6-9
Agastache foeniculum
Bee Balm
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun/Part Shade 36-48" 8-12" Zones 4-10
Monarda fistulosa
Borage
7-14 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun 18-30" 12" Annual
Borago officinalis
Catmint
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun/Part Shade 12-18" 12-18" Zones 4-8
Nepeta mussinii
Catnip Chamomile
Culinary Herb
Collection
NEW
Roman
Vertissimo
881 ROMAN: (P) 60-65 days. Johnnyseeds.com/HerbChart
2441 VERTISSIMO: (A) I Aromatic, perennial ground cover
60 days. tolerates light foot traffic. Low-growing,
Brussels Winter type with dark green spreading with creeping rhizomes. Has
leaves. Excellent performance in our trials.
Slow-bolting, vigorous plants. Mild, sweet
similar uses for teas and medicine as annual
chamomile varieties, but produces fewer
Herbs for
anise flavor. Popular for salads, micro blossoms. Avg. 207,000 seeds/oz. Micro Greens
greens, and garnishing. For spring or fall PKT $3.95; 1/16 Oz. $4.95;
plantings. Avg. 12,800 seeds/oz. 1/8 Oz. $8.65; 1/4 Oz. $13.20; See our Micro Greens
PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.30; 1/4 Lb. $7.35; Oz. $41.75; 1/4 Lb. $120.10. section with additional
Lb. $17.80; 5 Lbs. @ $15.21/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $13.43/Lb.
herbs on page 43.
Chervil
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Catnip
7-10 days Spring or Fall Transplant Sun 24-48" 12-18" Zones 3-9
Nepeta cataria
Chamomile
10-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 15-24" 8" Annual
Matricaria recutita
Chamomile, Roman
10-14 days Spring or Fall Transplant Sun/Part Shade 10-16" 8-12" Zones 5-8
Chamaemelum nobile
Chervil
10-14 days Spring or Fall Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 10-24" 6" Annual
Anthriscus cerefolium
B JSS Exclusive/Specialty J Organic AAS Winner D Heirloom R Cut Flower O Dried Flower U Edible Flower Easy Choice 145
CGreenhouse Performer GContainers ISalad Ingredient PTrellis needed L Plant variety protected F Cold Tolerant T Highly Fragrant
CHIVES – CUTTING CELERY
Chives Cutting Celery
Cutting Celery
922 CUTTING CELERY: (A) I
80-85 days.
Leafy herb with bold celery flavor. Use
fresh in salads or cooked in soups, stews,
and with mixed vegetables. Avg. 69,500
Nira seeds/oz. PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $4.55;
Oz. $7.30; 1/4 Lb. $15.95; Lb. $49.35;
5 Lbs. @ $43.63/Lb.
Chinese Leeks/Garlic Chives
A B C D 201G NIRA: (P) J 90 days.
Big, bulky plants are upright for ease
of harvesting. Easily the best looking
A 844 FINE LEAF: (P) GR chive in our trials. Avg. 6,500 seeds/oz.
75-85 days. PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $10.35; Oz. $18.30;
Slender leaves. For fresh uses that 1/4 Lb. $54.20; Lb. $177.15;
demand a delicate, fancy leaf. Avg. 23,000 10 Lbs. @ $163.26/Lb.
seeds/oz. PKT $3.95; Oz. $17.65;
1/4 Lb. $42.60; Lb. $147.15. D 925 BJR
CHINESE LEEKS/GARLIC CHIVES: (P)
B 793 PURLY: (P) BGR 90 days.
75-85 days. Thin, flat leaves with delicate garlic
Medium-sized leaves. Compared to flavor. Attractive white flowers in
Staro, Purly has a more upright plant habit midsummer. Flowers are edible and make Par-Cel
with a slightly straighter leaf. Avg. 26,000 a great addition to bouquets. The budded
seeds/oz. flower stalks are sold as “Gow Choy” in 2974 PAR-CEL: (A) I 80-85 days.
PKT $3.95; Oz. $12.20; 1/4 Lb. $27.40; Chinese grocery stores. Avg. 6,250 seeds/ A curled-leaf cutting celery. A novelty
Lb. $92.00; 10 Lbs. @ $76.89/Lb. oz. PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $7.15; for fresh market sales. Looks like a cross
Oz. $11.85; 1/4 Lb. $26.35; Lb. $83.10; between Cutting Celery and Forest Green
C STARO: (P) GR 5 Lbs. @ $75.87/Lb. Parsley. Celery flavor. Much easier to grow
75-85 days. than standard celery. Market bunched or
Heaviest leaf for processing and use as a salad mix ingredient. Avg. 93,000
freezing. Best for markets demanding a CHIVE SEED DISK CGM seeds/oz.
thicker leaf for freezing, drying, or fresh 2772 CHIVE DISK: (P) PKT $3.95; 5M @ $1.23/M;
use. Select organic or nonorganic seed. 75-80 days. 25M @ $0.61/M; 50M @ $0.52/M;
Quick, easy, and 100M @ $0.45/M; 500M @ $0.39/M.
840G: Organic JAvg. 31,300 seeds/oz. convenient.
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $11.25; Oz. $19.80; Avg. 100 seeds per disk.
1/4 Lb. $53.65; Lb. $179.25. 3 Disks $3.95;
5 Disks $5.15; We are now offering cutting
840: Nonorganic Avg. 29,000 seeds/oz. 25 Disks $18.75; celery as a Micro Green.
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $9.95; Oz. $17.45; 100 Disks $58.00;
1/4 Lb. $44.90; Lb. $157.25. 500 Disks $240.00.
See page 43 for more
information and other herbs.
See more seed disks on page 156
Growing Information
Product/Species Days to Sowing Time Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Chives
7-14 days Spring or Fall Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 12-18" 2-8" Zones 3-9
Allium schoenoprasum
Chinese Leeks/Garlic Chives
7-14 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 12-18" 6-8" Zones 4-9
Allium tuberosum
Cutting Celery
7-14 days After last frost Direct or Transplant Sun 18" 6" Annual
Apium graveolens
Cumin
2931 CUMIN: (A) I
100-115 days.
Traditionally used to flavor Mexican
and Indian dishes. Fragrant, ferny foliage
is similar to dill. Young leaves make a nice
addition to salad mixes. Grows best in
Marino warmer areas, but will produce seeds in
northern areas if started early. Avg. 8,500
seeds/oz.
3858G MARINO: (A) J 50-55 days PKT $3.95; Oz. $7.20; 1/4 Lb. $12.10;
to leaf harvest, 90-105 days to seed. Lb. $28.55.
Standard cilantro available in organic
seed. In our trials, we found Marino’s
flavor, growth rate, and bolt tolerance
to be equal to that of Santo. Avg. 3,100
seeds/oz. PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.85;
Dandelion
1/4 Lb. $7.45; Lb. $19.20;
5 Lbs. @ $17.46/Lb.; 10 Lbs. @ $15.53/
Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $14.46/Lb.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Cilantro/Coriander Spring through
7-10 days Direct Sun 12-18" 2-4" Annual
Coriandrum sativum Summer
Cumin
7-14 days Spring Direct Sun 6-12" 4-6" Annual
Cuminum cyminum
Dandelion Spring,
7-21 days Direct or Transplant Sun 8-18" 4-6" Zones 3-10
Taraxacum officinale Summer, or Fall
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DILL – GINSENG
Dill Epazote
NEW
American Ginseng
900 AMERICAN GINSENG: (P)
5-6 years to root harvest.
Fernleaf A woodland plant native to eastern
Goldkrone
North America. Ginseng favors well-
3876G GOLDKRONE: (A) JI 921 FERNLEAF: (A) GI drained, humus-rich soil on north and
40-55 days for leaf harvest; 90-100 to seed. 40-55 days to leaf harvest; 95-115 to seed. east-facing slopes. Grow in 70%+ shade.
Organic bunching dill. Slower bolting Dwarf dill with high leaf yields. Very Harvest roots in fall of 5th or 6th year.
variety with uniform, high yields of foliage. slow to bolt. Abundant, dark blue-green Stratified seeds are shipped in September
Ht. 40-48". Avg. 17,900 seeds/oz. foliage. Great in containers or in small for fall planting. NOTE: Because this item
PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.65; 1/4 Lb. $12.10; spaces. AAS winner. Ht. 6-8”. Avg. 14,000 is considered an endangered species, it
Lb. $40.00; 5 Lbs. @ $36.00/Lb.; seeds/oz. PKT $3.95; 1/8 Oz. $8.05; cannot be shipped outside the US. Avg.
25 Lbs. @ $33.80/Lb. 1/4 Oz. $12.75; 1/2 Oz. $22.45; 500 seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95;
Oz. $38.55; 1/4 Lb. $95.20; 1/2 Oz. $11.90; Oz. $19.10;
Lb. $346.45. 1/4 Lb. $56.95; Lb. $185.25.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Dill Spring through
7-21 days Direct or Transplant Sun Varies 2-4" Annual
Anethum graveolens Summer
Epazote
7-14 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun 24-36" 4-6" Annual
Chenopodium ambrosioides
Ginseng
180+ days Fall Direct or Transplant Shade 8-16" 3-6" Zones 4-8
Panax quinquefolius
Bronze
and
Green
Goldenseal Munstead-Type
899 GOLDENSEAL: (P) J 943
3-5 years to root harvest. MUNSTEAD-TYPE: (TP) GRUO
Medicinal Native American root. Large 100-110 days.
palmate leaves and big, bright red berries Compact English lavender. A strain of
in summer. Wild population in danger of English lavender with a compact, bushy
extinction. Two-year-old roots are shipped habit. Nice range of bloom colors, from
in September. Cannot be shipped outside pale blue to dark violet. Usually begins
the U.S. 3 Roots $22.45; flowering in the second year. Hardy in
12 Roots $77.60; 100 Roots $427.90. Zones 5-8, but can survive Zone 4 winters
when mulched or grown in a south-facing
location. Avg. 29,000 seeds/oz.
Hyssop PKT $3.95; 1/8 Oz. $13.90;
1/4 Oz. $25.15; 1/2 Oz. $45.50;
Oz. $84.55.
Grosfruchtiger
2136
BRONZE & GREEN: (TP) JIU Ellagance Purple
50-60 days.
Bronze-red and dark green feathery Hyssop 72 GRUO
leaves. Avg. 9,500 seeds/oz. ELLAGANCE PURPLE: (TP)
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $9.10; Oz. $16.95; 896 HYSSOP: (P) 100-110 days.
1/4 Lb. $41.30; Lb. $141.30. 85-90 days. An alternative to vegetative varieties.
Great plant for attracting bees. Mint Flowers the first year on large, dense
2395 family plant has bright blue-violet flowers. spikes. Plants are bushy and well-branched.
GROSFRUCHTIGER: (TP) IU Popular ornamental for the perennial bed. Winter hardy in Zones 5-7. Avg. 32,500
50-60 days. Tea has a soothing quality. Avg. 25,000 seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $4.45;
Vigorous leaf production and sweet seeds/oz. PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $4.95; 500 Seeds $23.25; 1,000 Seeds $42.30;
flavor. Avg. 4,700 seeds/oz. Oz. $12.25; 1/4 Lb. $32.75; 5M @ $36.19/M; 25M @ $31.62/M.
PKT $3.95; Oz. $6.65; 1/4 Lb. $12.85; Lb. $106.85.
Lb. $31.70; 5 Lbs. @ $25.26/Lb.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Fennel, Leaf Spring through
7-14 days Direct or Transplant Sun 24-36" 4-6" Zones 7-10
Foeniculum vulgare Summer
Goldenseal
N/A Fall Transplant Part Shade/Shade 12" 6-8" Zones 5-8
Hydrastis canadensis
Hyssop
5-21 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 16-24" 6-12" Zones 3-9
Hyssopus officinalis
Lavender
14-21 days Spring Transplant Sun 12-18" 12-18" Varies
Lavandula angustifolia
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LEMON BALM – MEXICAN MINT MARIGOLD
Lemon Balm Lemon Grass Lovage
Lovage
927 LOVAGE: (P)
90 days.
Specialty culinary herb. Young leaves
Lemon Balm Lemon Grass taste like celery and are used in spring
salads and with potato, rice, and poultry
LEMON BALM: (P) 768 LEMON GRASS, dishes. Roots and young stems are also
70 days. EAST INDIAN (Seeds): (TP) G edible. Avg. 8,700 seeds/oz.
Distinct lemon flavor. Fresh leaves 75-85 days. PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $7.45; Oz. $12.15;
for tea and salads. Easy to grow. Mulch Aromatic grass from India. Essential 1/4 Lb. $29.20; Lb. $95.70.
if winter goes below 0°F/-18°C. Select oil contains large amounts of citral and
organic or nonorganic seed. geraniol, used for flavorings and perfumes.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Lemon Balm
7-14 days Spring or Fall Transplant Sun 18-26" 12" Zones 4-9
Melissa officinialis
Lemon Grass
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 18-48" 8-12" Zones 9-11
Cymbopogon flexuosus
Lemon Grass Plants
— Spring Transplant Sun 20-60" 18-36" Zones 9-13
Cymbopogon citratus
Lovage
10-14 days Spring or Fall Transplant Sun/Part Shade 48-78" 18-24" Zones 4-8
Levisticum officinale
Mexican Mint Marigold
5-15 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun 16-20" 8-12" Zones 8-11
Tagetes lucida
Mint Oregano
Sweet Marjoram
928 SWEET MARJORAM: (TP) GU
80-95 days.
Common Variety. Compact plant. Aroma Common Mint Greek Oregano
is similar to oregano, but sweeter and
more balsam-like. Avg. 120,000 seeds/oz. 831 COMMON MINT: (P) GI 930 GREEK OREGANO: (P) G
PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $9.95; Oz. $17.05; 60 days. 80-90 days.
1/4 Lb. $39.75; Lb. $132.85. A zesty, versatile herb. Variety not Essential herb for Italian and Greek
stated since mint does not grow true-to- cooking. Characteristic dark green leaves
type from seed. Avg. 385,500 seeds/oz. with white flowers and strong flavor. Avg.
MARJORAM SEED DISK PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $14.40; 300,000 seeds/oz. PKT $3.95;
Quick, easy, and convenient. 1/2 Oz. $25.10; Oz. $43.10; 1/4 Oz. $9.10; 1/2 Oz. $16.75;
See seed disks on page 156 1/4 Lb. $110.80; Lb. $378.95. Oz. $29.30; 1/4 Lb. $72.70;
Lb. $232.50.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Marjoram, Sweet
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 8-24" 6-8" Zones 9-11
Origanum spp.
Marjoram, Wild
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 18-40" 12" Zones 4-8
Origanum vulgare
Mint
10-14 days Spring Transplant Sun/Part Shade 18-36" 12-18" Zones 4-9
Mentha spp.
Mountain Mint
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 24-36" 12" Zones 5-8
Pycnanthemum pilosum
Oregano
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 8-24" 12" Zones 4-9
Origanum vulgare hirtum
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PARSLEY
Parsley
NEW
Paravert
Leaf Parsley
3132 WEGA: (B) G 75 days.
GIANT OF ITALY: (B) 75 days. NEW Highly uniform and refined
The preferred culinary variety. Huge, 2355 TITAN: (B) G 75 days. curled parsley variety. Wega’s upright
dark green leaves with great flavor. Strong, Specialty flat-leaf for flavorful habit makes it easy to harvest the dark
upright stems make Giant of Italy one of garnishes. Outstanding sweet flavor green leaves. Suitable for field or container
the best parsleys for fresh market sales. lends itself to many culinary uses. Petite, production. Ht. 12-18". Avg. 18,800 seeds/
Very high yielding. Ht. 18-20". Select dark green leaves make an attractive fresh oz.PKT $3.95; Oz. $6.30;
organic or nonorganic seeds. garnish. The smallest flat-leaf that we offer, 1/4 Lb. $10.75; 1/2 Lb. $17.05;
with a slight curl to the leaves. Compact, Lb. $29.95; 5 Lbs. @ $24.15/Lb.;
2390G: Organic JAvg. 17,200 seeds/oz. upright plants with nice uniformity and 25 Lbs. @ $22.05/Lb.
PKT $3.95; Oz. $6.90; 1/4 Lb. $15.35; yield. Ht. 16-18". Avg. 15,000 seeds/oz.
Lb. $41.50; 5 Lbs. @ $36.68/Lb.; PKT $3.95; Oz. $7.15; 1/4 Lb. $16.15; 3877 PARAVERT: (B) G 75 days.
25 Lbs. @ $33.21/Lb. Lb. $55.60; 5 Lbs. @ $46.35/Lb.; Unique curled parsley. Dark green,
25 Lbs. @ $44.29/Lb. curled and cupped leaves (known as a
2390: Nonorganic Avg. 16,500 seeds/oz. Paramount type) have a sweet parsley
PKT $3.95; Oz. $4.70; 1/4 Lb. $8.15; MOSS CURLED II: (B) G 75 days. flavor. Excellent for flavoring soups and
Lb. $21.05; 5 Lbs. @ $18.64/Lb.; Improved selection on the standard main and side dishes. Softer texture than
25 Lbs. @ $16.56/Lb. moss curled parsley. This culinary traditional curled parsley. Very compact
standard is easy to grow and tolerates habit that is excellent for container produc-
light frost. The uniform, dark green, medi- tion. Ht. 6-8". Avg. 11,600 seeds/oz.
Multi-Seed Pelleted um-fine curled leaves can be used as a PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $4.95;
Parsley Seeds NEW garnish or a salad or entrée ingredient. 1/4 Lb. $16.15; Lb. $55.60;
Multiple cuttings per season are possible 5 Lbs. @ $46.35/Lb.;
3189P GIANT OF ITALY
MULTI-SEED PELLET: (B) B 75 days. from one planting. Ht. 12-16". Select
organic or nonorganic seeds.
25 Lbs. @ $42.23/Lb.
NEW Multi-seed pellets for precision
and convenience. Standard Italian Large 3512G: Organic JAvg. 23,400 seeds/oz. Root Parsley
Leaf variety in a multi-seed pellet that is PKT $3.95; Oz. $6.95; 1/4 Lb. $15.70;
ideal for retail container or hydroponic 1/2 Lb. $28.55; Lb. $54.00; 648 ARAT: (A) 75 days.
production. Simply sow one pellet per 5 Lbs. @ $45.00/Lb.; Long, straight white roots. Add a sweet
21/2” container or growing media cube. 25 Lbs. @ $41.00/Lb. parsley flavor to salads or soups. 5-8” roots
Pellets contain 6-8 seeds each and have can also be prepared in the same way as
an irregular shape but are approximately 3512: Nonorganic Avg. 15,600 seeds/oz. other root vegetables. Avg. 18,100 seeds/
size 10.0 (4.0 mm diameter). Conventional PKT $3.95; Oz. $5.45; 1/4 Lb. $9.30; oz. PKT $3.95; Oz. $24.95;
pellets, not approved for use on certified 1/2 Lb. $14.75; Lb. $26.00; 1/4 Lb. $66.05; Lb. $180.00.
organic farms. Avg. 1,400 seeds/oz. 5 Lbs. @ $21.00/Lb.
PKT (100 seeds) $4.95;
250 Seeds $8.60; 500 Seeds $15.40; See our entire line of
1,000 Seeds $27.90; 5M @ $23.95/M; Root Crops on pages
25M @ $21.00/M; 100M @ $19.00/M; 106 and 107.
500M @ $18.40/M; 1,000M @ $17.95/M.
Growing Information
Product/Species Days to Sowing Time Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Parsley
14-30 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun Varies 8-12" Biennial
Petroselinium crispum
Root Parsley
14-30 days Spring Direct Sun 12-18" 1-3" Annual
Petroselinium crispum
932: Nonorganic Avg. 21,000 seeds/oz. 934G: Organic J Avg. 2,900 seeds/oz.
PKT $3.95; 1/16 Oz. $10.15; PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $11.00; Oz. $19.00;
1/4 Oz. $28.45; 1/2 Oz. $52.30; 1/4 Lb. $43.85; Lb. $168.55.
Oz. $95.85; 1/4 Lb. $260.15.
934: Nonorganic Avg. 3,100 seeds/oz.
932E PRIMED ROSEMARY: (TP) PKT $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $6.95; Oz. $11.50;
80-100 days stem tips, 120-180 days 1/4 Lb. $25.60; Lb. $82.95;
bunches. 5 Lbs. @ $74.78/Lb.
Quick, reliable germination. Primed
rosemary germinates faster and more
Pyrethrum uniformly than raw seeds, meaning less
wasted space in greenhouse trays. NOTE:
637 PYRETHRUM: (P) 365 days. For best germination results, plant primed White
A natural source of pyrethrins for seeds within six months of purchase.
insect control. The flowers, typically Nonorganic seeds. Avg. 16,400 seeds/oz. 2272 WHITE SAGE: (TP) GO
white with a yellow center, grow from PKT $3.95; 500 Seeds $5.30; 80-90 days.
numerous, fairly rigid stems, producing an 1,000 Seeds $9.95; 5M @ $7.71/M; Aromatic Native American incense
umbrella-shaped or even canopy. Plants 25M @ $6.13/M; 100M @ $5.31/M. herb. Used to make the smudge sticks
have blue-green leaves. The centers of the common in Native American ceremonies.
flowers contain more pyrethrins than the Bushy plants with thick stems and dusty
outer petals. Harvest at full development gray-green foliage. Good for bee and
5-9 days following the first flower. Avg. wildlife forage. Avg. 15,500 seeds/oz.
21,900 seeds/oz. PKT $3.95; ROSEMARY PLUGS PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $9.75; Oz. $29.75;
1/4 Oz. $18.50; 1/2 Oz. $32.40; See page 139 for more. 1/4 Lb. $71.70; Lb. $240.70.
Oz. $59.65; 1/4 Lb. $166.20.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Papalo Spring through
7-21 days Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 36-60" 12" Annual
Porophyllum ruderale Summer
Pyrethrum
14-28 days Spring Transplant Sun 24-30" 12-18" Zones 4-9
Tanacetum cinerariifolium
Rosemary
14-21 days Spring Transplant Sun 18-60" 8-24" Zones 6-10
Rosmarinus officinalis
Sage, Common
7-21 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 16-30" 12" Zones 4-8
Salvia officinalis
Sage, White
7-14 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun 16-36" 12-18" Zones 6-9
Salvia apiana
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SALAD BURNET – SHISO
Shiso
Saltwort
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Salad Burnet
5-10 days Spring Direct or Transplant Sun 16-24" 8-12" Zones 4-8
Sanguisorba minor
Saltwort Spring through
7-14 days Direct or Transplant Sun/Part Shade 8-18" 4-6" Annual
Salsola komarovii Fall
Savory, Summer
7-14 days After last frost Direct or Transplant Sun 10-18" 8" Annual
Satureja hortensis
Savory, Winter
7-14 days Spring Transplant Sun 6-12" 8" Zones 4-8
Satureja montana
Shiso
7-21 days After last frost Direct Sun 18-30" 6-12" Annual
Perilla frutescens
Stevia Thyme
Stevia
2305 STEVIA: (TP) G
100-120 days.
Incredibly sweet leaves are an herbal
alternative to sugar. Use fresh, dried,
powdered, or as a liquid to sweeten a German Winter Orange Summer Creeping
variety of foods and beverages. Bushy,
high-yielding plants. Do not transplant
outdoors until low temperatures are above GERMAN WINTER: (P) G SUMMER: (TP) G
45°F/7°C. Avg. 75,000 seeds/oz. 90-95 days. T. vulgaris 90-95 days. T. vulgaris
PKT (25 seeds) $4.95; 50 Seeds $9.80; The standard winter-hardy thyme. Superb culinary thyme. Spicier, more
100 Seeds $17.85; 250 Seeds $32.75; Good flavor and yield. Hardiness zones: pungent flavor than German Winter in a
500 Seeds $60.10; 1,000 Seeds $116.50; 5-8. Select organic or nonorganic smaller plant. Hardiness zones: 6-8.
10M @ $88.40/M. seeds. Select organic or nonorganic seeds.
940: Nonorganic Avg. 102,000 seeds/oz. 2250: Nonorganic Avg. 142,000 seeds/
PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $6.45; oz. PKT $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $11.30;
1/2 Oz. $10.05; Oz. $17.30; Oz. $33.15; 1/4 Lb. $92.55; Lb. $316.55.
1/4 Lb. $37.30; Lb. $134.70;
5 Lbs. @ $121.07/Lb.
Growing Information
Days to Seeding Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Product/Species Sowing Time
Germ. Method Preference Height Spacing Zones
Stevia
7-21 days Spring Transplant Sun/Part Shade 18-30" 12" Zones 9-11
Stevia rebaudiana
Thyme
14-21 days Spring Transplant Sun/Part Shade 6-12" 6-8" Varies
Thymus spp.
Valerian
7-21 days Spring or Fall Transplant Sun/Part Shade 48-78" 12-18" Zones 3-9
Valeriana officinalis
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Seed Disks
Parsley
Arugula Chives
Basil Cilantro
Herb Disk
HERB SEED DISKS: (A) GIM
Eight different varieties in biodegradable
Collection
disk form. Each 4” round disk fills out a 6”
nursery pot (sold separately). The result is a neat,
compact plant with great flavor and appear-
ance. Perfect container gardens for market sales.
Quantities/pricing is for the same variety only.
3 Disks $3.95; 5 Disks $5.15; 25 Disks $18.75;
100 Disks $58.00; 500 Disks $240.00.
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FLOWERS
A Diverse Selection of Cut Flowers Cut-Flower Kit for Market Growers
for Stand-out Beauty and Success! Provides all the essentials at a great value. Growing
beautiful blooms is a sure way to attract new customers and
grow your business.
Hillary Alger,
Product Manager
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AGERATUM — AMARANTHUS
Ageratum Agrostemma Corn Cockle
Amaranthus
Prices for Amaranthus
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $7.95;
Oz. $23.80; 1/4 Lb. $63.20; Lb. $204.70.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Ageratum 7-10 days at Transplant (recommended) - Sow 6-8 Fresh - Flower spikes 3/4
Ageratum 75-80°F weeks before last frost. Transplant out Sun 9-12" 24-30" Annual open. Dried - Flowers com-
houstonianum (24-27°C) after last frost. pletely open; hang.
Direct seed (recommended) - As soon
Agrostemma 7-14 days at as the soil can be worked. Transplant
1 to 2 flowers in a spray are
Agrostemma 60-70°F - Sow 4-5 weeks before last frost. Sun 6-9" 24-36" Annual
open.
githago (16-21°C) Sow at 2-3 week intervals until mid-
summer for continuous bloom.
Transplant - Sow 4-6 weeks before Fresh - 3/4 of the flowers on
Amaranthus 7-10 days at
last frost. Grow at 62-65°F (17-18°C) the inflorescence are open.
Amaranthus 70-75°F Sun 12-15" Varies Annual
until transplanting out. Direct seed - Dried - Seed has begun to
spp. (21-24°C)
After last frost. Support advised. set and flowers feel firm.
Artemisia
Asclepias Butterfly Weed
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Transplant (recommended) -
Alyssum 8-10 days at Sow 6-8 weeks before last frost.
Sun/Part
Lobularia 78-72°F Transplant out after last frost. 6-8" 8-16" Annual —
Shade
maritima (26-22°C) Direct seed - Sow as soon as the
soil can be worked.
Direct seed (recommended) - In 80% of flowers in umbel are
12-16 days at
Ammi early spring after last frost. Trans- open. Flowers should be crisp
60-65°F Sun 9-12" Varies Annual
Ammi spp. plant - Sow 4-5 weeks before white with a slight tint of green
(16-18°C) planting out. Tolerates dry soil. or dark purple.
Artemisia 7-21 days at Transplant (recommended) - Sow Fresh or Dried - Once flower
70-75°F 6-8 weeks before last frost. Direct Sun 12-24" 48-72" Annual
Artemisia annua heads have developed on stems.
(21-24°C) seed - Sow after last frost.
1/2 to 2/3 of flowers are open. If
Asclepias 14-21 days at Transplant (recommended) - Sow stems wilt after harvest rehy-
65-70°F Sun 12-24" Varies Varies drate in water for 24 hours.
Asclepias spp. (18-21°C) 10-12 weeks before last frost. CAUTION: Milky sap may
cause eye and skin irritation.
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ASTER — BUPLEURUM
Aster, China
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Transplant (recommended) - Sow
Aster, China 10-14 days at 6-8 weeks before last frost. Direct Outside ray florets begin to
open. Place immediately in
Callistephus 70-72°F seed - After last frost. Provide Sun 6-12" Varies Annual water with floral preservative.
chinensis (21-22°C) support. Row covers help prevent Lasts 2-3 weeks in vase.
spread of disease by leafhoppers.
Basil 5-10 days at Direct seed (recommended) - After
Fresh - When flowers have
Ocimum 65-70°F last frost. Transplant - 6 weeks be- Sun 4-8" 20-24" Annual
begun to open.
basilicum (18-21°C) fore last frost.
Direct seed (recommended) - Early
12-21 days at Fresh - When flowers are 1/2
Bells of Ireland spring when soil is 50-60°F (10- Sun/Part
65-68°F 10-12" 24-48" Annual open and green. Dried - Bells
Moluccella laevis 16°C). Transplant - Sow 6-8 weeks Shade
(18-20°C) are firm.
before last frost.
Bupleurum Fresh - Flower heads begin
14-21 days at Direct seed (recommended) - As Sun/Part
Bupleurum 10" 24-36" Annual to show color. Dried - Flowers
60°F (16°C) soon as soil can be worked. Shade
rotundifolium completely open; hang.
1904 PRINCESS MIX: (A) GRU 1496 1454 DEJA VU: (A) BJGRU
50-55 days. FLASHBACK MIX: (A) JGRU 55 days.
A mix of mostly double blooms 55 days. Johnny’s own mix of warm tones.
with some singles. Flowers are 2-3” in Spectacular mix of colors with bicolor Flowers are pink, orange, yellow, and
diameter with black or green centers. petals. A high percentage of double and cream with burnt orange. Ht. 18-24".
Ht. 18-24". Avg. 3,400 seeds/oz. semidouble flowers on long, strong stems. Avg. 4,000 seeds/oz.
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; Ht. 18-24”. Avg. 3,500 seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $10.65;
1,000 Seeds $4.85; 5M @ $2.78/M; PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $10.65; 1/2 Oz. $18.20; Oz. $32.00;
10M @ $2.51/M; 25M @ $2.25/M. 1/2 Oz. $18.20; Oz. $32.00; 1/4 Lb. $87.10; Lb. $303.00.
1/4 Lb. $87.10; Lb. $303.00.
1810G JGRU 2935 ALPHA: (A) JGRU 867 RESINA: (A) BJGRU
TRIANGLE FLASHBACK: (A) 50-55 days. 55-60 days.
55 days. Clear, bright orange blooms. High resin High resin content. Mostly yellow
Unusual peach-pink blooms. Nice long content for medicinal use. Ht. 24-30" blooms with light-colored centers and a
Flashback stem for use as a cut flower. Avg. 2,300 seeds/oz. few orange blossoms. Ht. 24-30".
Ht. 18-24". Avg. 3,700 seeds/oz. PKT (200 seeds) $4.10; 1/2 Oz. $10.95; Avg. 2,600 seeds/oz.
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $10.65; Oz. $18.55; 1/4 Lb. $52.10; PKT (200 seeds) $4.10; 1/2 Oz. $8.10;
1/2 Oz. $18.20; Oz. $32.00; Lb. $181.85. Oz. $13.90; 1/4 Lb. $34.75; Lb. $117.95.
1/4 Lb. $87.10; Lb. $303.00.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Direct seed (recommended) - After last frost.
Calendula Fresh - Flowers
7-14 days at Make 2-3 successive sowings 2-3 weeks apart Sun/Part 1/2
Calendula 6-12" Varies Annual open. Edible -
70°F (21°C) for continuous blooms from summer to heavy Shade
officinalis Flowers fully open.
frost. Transplant - Sow 4 weeks before last frost.
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CELOSIA
Celosia
Pampas Plume
CRAMERS' SERIES: (A) RO
90-120 days. C. argentea cristata
Prolific crested-type. Easy-to-grow Ruby Parfait
workhorse variety. Well-branched plants.
Center blooms reached 4-5” across with 1203 PAMPAS PLUME: (A) RO
many smaller, side stems. Center stem can 90-95 days. C. argentea plumosa
be pinched but it is not required. 15-20 Perfect filler. Masses of soft, feathery
Cramers' Burgundy, Cramers' Lemon stems per plant. Ht. 30-36”. Avg. 30,000 plumes. Multi-branching plants produce
Lime, and Cramers' Rose (L to R) seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 10-14 stems each. Ht. 33-48". Avg. 44,000
1/32 Oz. $7.45; 1/16 Oz. $12.35; seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
1/8 Oz. $21.35; 1/4 Oz. $38.00; 1/8 Oz. $8.75; 1/4 Oz. $14.30;
1/2 Oz. $69.55; Oz. $128.40. 1/2 Oz. $24.25; Oz. $43.50;
1/4 Lb. $116.45; Lb. $398.95.
1705 CRAMERS’ BURGUNDY: Rich
burgundy. 1803
1706 CRAMERS’ LEMON LIME: ETERNITY IMPROVED: (A) RO
Lime green. 85-90 days. C. argentea plumosa
1707 CRAMERS’ ROSE: Iridescent rose. Add vibrant scarlet to bouquets. 3-5”
plumes on 14-26” stems. Radiant color
1770G RED FLAME: (A) JRO holds well as both a fresh or dried cut.
95-100 days. C. argentea cristata Pairs well with Sylphid in arrangements.
Vibrant dark red flowers. 2-4” flowers. Prolific and long-blooming with multiple
Use as a cut flower with a long vase life or a stems. Ht. 24-32". Avg. 54,500 seeds/oz.
dried flower that holds its color well. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
Ht. 24-32". Avg. 31,200 seeds/oz. 500 Seeds $7.70; 1,000 Seeds $12.95;
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 250 Seeds $5.90; 5M @ $10.76/M; 25M @ $9.41/M.
1,000 Seeds $10.15; 5M @ $8.01/M;
25M @ $7.13/M; 50M @ $6.53/M. 1901 RUBY PARFAIT: (A) RO
Sylphid 90-95 days. C. argentea spicata
1065 CHIEF MIX: (A) RO Great color and habit for cut-flower
1834 SYLPHID: (A) RO 90-120 days. C. argentea cristata arrangements. Arrow-shaped plumes.
95-100 days. C. argentea plumosa Bred for cut-flower production. Sturdy 2-3” flower spikes on multiple stems can
Bouquet filler with a fresh look. Green- plants with strong stems. Heads may reach stand alone in a bouquet or be used as
yellow feathery plumes sit on tall straight 7” across. Great fresh or dried. Ht. 36-40". filler. Ht. 24-26". Avg. 32,600 seeds/oz.
stems. Ht. 30-40". Avg. 38,300 seeds/oz. Avg. 40,000 seeds/oz. PKT (25 seeds) $3.95;
PKT (25 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $12.55; PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 250 Seeds $5.75; 100 Seeds $11.20; 250 Seeds $20.95;
250 Seeds $23.15; 500 Seeds $41.70; 1,000 Seeds $9.85; 5M @ $7.78/M; 500 Seeds $37.30; 1,000 Seeds $68.55;
1,000 Seeds $74.55; 5M @ $65.78/M. 25M @ $6.92/M; 50M @ $6.34/M. 5M @ $58.99/M.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Celosia 8-14 days at Transplant - Sow 6-8 weeks before Flowers fully developed.
Sun 6-12" Varies Annual
Celosia spp. 70-80°F (21-27°C) last frost. Direct seed - After last frost. Hang to dry.
Centaurea
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COSMOS — CYNOGLOSSUM
Cosmos Craspedia
Drumstick Flower
Sun Ball
1771G SUN BALL: (A) JRO
Versailles Mix Double Click Mix 110-120 days.
Striking golden-yellow blooms make a
1095 VERSAILLES MIX: (A) R 1780 DOUBLE CLICK MIX: (A) R great bouquet addition. 1” globes atop
60-90 days. 75-90 days. long, stiff stems. Grass-like, silvery green
Developed especially for cutting. Early- Unusual double blooms in a range of foliage. Long vase life as a cut, and retains
blooming and vigorous. Will produce under colors. Tall plants with large, fully-double color as a dried flower. Tolerates heat and
short days. Strong stems can withstand and semidouble blooms 2-3” across. Great drought. Ht. 24-30". Avg. 39,700 seeds/oz.
considerable handling. Blooms are 21/2” cut flower and garden addition. Ht. 42-46". PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
across. Ht. 40." Avg. 4,300 seeds/oz. Avg. 3,900 seeds/oz. 500 Seeds $7.70; 1,000 Seeds $12.95;
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $5.55; PKT (25 seeds) $3.95; 1/16 Oz. $7.45; 5M @ $10.76/M; 25M @ $9.41/M.
1/2 Oz. $9.55; Oz. $17.40; 1/8 Oz. $12.05; 1/4 Oz. $21.10;
1/4 Lb. $46.05. 1/2 Oz. $40.10; Oz. $72.20;
1/4 Lb. $218.90. Cynoglossum
See Double Click single colors online
at Johnnyseeds.com NEW
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Direct seed (recommended) - After Petals just opening, but not
Cosmos
7-10 days at last frost, once soil temperature is yet flattened. Deadheading
Cosmos Sun 9-12" Varies Annual
75°F (24°C) above 60°F (16°C). Transplant - is required to have blooms
bipinnatus
Sow 5-7 weeks before setting out. all summer.
Craspedia 14-18 days at Fresh - Flower heads are
Transplant (recommended) - Sow
Craspedia 70-75°F Sun 12" 24-30" Annual fully open and uniformly
8-10 weeks before last frost.
globosa (21-24°C) golden. Hang to dry.
Transplant (recommended) - Sow
Cynoglossum 5-8 days at
7-8 weeks before last frost. Trans- Sun/Part 1/2
Cynoglossum 65-70°F 9-12" 18-24" Annual the florets are open.
plant out after last frost. Direct seed - Shade
amabile (18-21°C)
Sow as soon as soil can be worked.
AMAZON
NEON SERIES (F1): (TP) RUT
105-120 days. D. barbatus interspecific
Bright, bold flowers on long, tough
stems. First-year flowering and will produce Amazon Neon Purple
5-7 stems that can reach 36". The stems are
Magic Fountains Mix thick and strong, supporting huge blooms.
Long vase life. Best grown as an annual.
1488 Ht. 18-36". Avg. 18,400 seeds/oz. Pelleted
MAGIC FOUNTAINS MIX: (P) CR seeds. PKT (25 seeds) $3.95;
105-125 days. D. elatum 50 Seeds $6.75; 100 Seeds $10.65;
Widest color range in a dwarf Pacific 250 Seeds $19.95; 500 Seeds $35.50;
type. Full florets; tight internodes. 1,000 Seeds $65.30.
Sturdy, compact plants will tolerate windy
locations. Ht. 36-48". Avg. 14,000 seeds/ 1748P AMAZON NEON ROSE MAGIC
oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 1655P AMAZON NEON PURPLE
1/32 Oz. $8.85; 1/16 Oz. $14.45; 1788P AMAZON NEON CHERRY
1/8 Oz. $25.70; 1/4 Oz. $47.60;
1/2 Oz. $86.15; Amazon Neon Cherry
Oz. $158.35.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
10-20 days at Transplant (recommended) - 1/4 to 1/3
of flowers on stem
Delphinium Sun/Part
65-70°F Sow 10-16 weeks before last frost. 12-18" Varies Zones 3-7 are open. Place
Delphinium spp. Shade
(18-21°C) Support strongly advised. immediately in water.
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DIGITALIS — EUPHORBIA
Cheyenne Spirit
Camelot Mix Blue Glitter White Glitter
1759
1751P CHEYENNE SPIRIT: (P) GRO GLITTER SERIES: (P) RO 365 days.
CAMELOT MIX (F1): (P) GR 126-165 days. E. X hybrida NEW Long-lasting specialty cut.
135-150 days. First-year flowering perennial in a Attractive blooms have a metallic shine.
Blooms the first year from seed. Center stunning mix of colors. Bred for well- Eryngium is a hardy perennial with
spikes are large and full, and side shoots branched plants with more 3-4” flowers long, sturdy stems. Tolerates hot, sunny
fill out the plant. Great for bouquets and per plant. Blooms can be used as cuts or locations. Ht. 40-46".
gardens. Ht. 42-48". Avg. 22,000 seeds/oz. as high-impact landscaping or container PKT (25 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $12.75;
Pelleted seeds. PKT (50 seeds) $4.95; plants. AAS winner. Protection Information: 500 Seeds $42.50; 1,000 Seeds $76.00.
250 Seeds $18.65; 500 Seeds $26.95; US7982110. Ht. 18-36". Avg. 7,100 seeds/
1,000 Seeds $52.25; 5M @ $39.60/M. oz. PKT (25 seeds) $7.95; 1918 BLUE GLITTER: Avg. 23,800
100 Seeds $28.65; 250 Seeds $66.50; seeds/oz.
500 Seeds $124.50; 1,000 Seeds $230.00. 1919 WHITE GLITTER: Avg. 15,300
Euphorbia ECHINACEA PURPUREA: (P) RO
seeds/oz.
Bicolor Rose QIS™ Purple QIS™ Formula Mix QIS™ Carmine Stawberry Fields
1512 STRAWBERRY FIELDS: (A) GRO QIS™ SERIES: (A) GRO 85-100 days.
85-100 days. G. haageana Glowing colors for arrangements. 11/2” blooms on long stems.
First and best, true red Gomphrena. 11/2” blooms on long Ht. 18-20". Avg. 8,500 seeds/oz.
stems. Ht. 18-24". Avg. 6,000 seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 250 Seeds $5.80; NEW
500 Seeds $5.25; 1,000 Seeds $6.45; 5M @ $5.60/M; 500 Seeds $8.20; 1,000 Seeds $15.00;
10M @ $4.80/M. 5M @ $13.65/M; 10M @ $12.50/M.
1517 BICOLOR ROSE: (A) GRO 85-100 days. G. globosa 1528 QIS™ PURPLE: G. globosa
Vigorous bicolor Gomphrena. Makes a striking addition to fresh 1737 QIS™ FORMULA MIX: G. globosa
and dried arrangements. Ht. 16-20". Avg. 10,000 seeds/oz. 1529 QIS™ CARMINE: G. haageana
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 250 Seeds $6.00; 500 Seeds $9.10; 1944 QIS™ ORANGE: NEW G. haageana
1,000 Seeds $16.75; 5M @ $15.17/M; 10M @ $13.90/M.
QIS™ Orange
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
14-21 days at Transplant (recommended) - Sow After leaves start to feel leath-
Eucalyptus 10-12 weeks before last frost. Solar Zones
65-75°F Sun 12-24" 24-36" ery. Easily preserved with
Eucalyptus spp. mulch is recommended in areas 9-11
(18-24°C) with short growing seasons. glycerin.
5-14 days at Fresh - Flowers in color but
Gomphrena Transplant (recommended) - Sow
70-78°F Sun 6-8" Varies Annual before fully open. Dried - Flow-
Gomphrena spp. 6-8 weeks before last frost.
(21-26°C) ers completely open; hang.
Gypsophila 7-14 days at Direct seed (recommended) - After
Harvest when 70-90% of the
Gypsophila 70-72°F last frost. Transplant - Sow 6-8 Sun 8" 18-24" Annual
flowers in a spray are open.
elegans (21-22°C) weeks before last frost.
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GRASSES, ORNAMENTAL
Black Tip/Silver Tip 5-10 days at Direct seed (recommended) - 4 weeks When heads are still
60-70°F Sun 1-2" 24-36" Annual green or awns begin
Triticum spp. (16-21°C) before last frost date. to darken.
10-14 days Transplant (recommended) - Sow 8-12
Feathertop Just before pollen
Pennisetum villosum at 65-70°F weeks before last frost. Direct seed - Sun 12-18" 22-24" Zones 9-10 shed.
(18-21°C) After last frost.
Ruby Moon
Black Tip Wheat
1002 RUBY MOON: (TP) DRUOP
110-120 days.
Provides color all season. Purple stems, lilac-rose blossoms
and shiny, 2-3” magenta pods. While all parts of the plant are
1595 edible, it is recommended that the mature seeds be boiled twice
BLACK TIP WHEAT: (A) RO before eating; used in Asian, Thai, and Indian cooking. Blooms
75-80 days. Triticum durum and pods are useful as cut flowers; pods may also be dried.
Striking color. White glumes Ht. 10-20'. Avg. 100 seeds/oz.
(kernels) offset by long black awns. PKT (15 seeds) $4.95; 50 Seeds $12.00; 100 Seeds $21.15;
Ht. 24-36". Avg. 500 seeds/oz. 250 Seeds $38.60; 500 Seeds $69.60; 1,000 Seeds $129.05.
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
1/4 Lb. $15.60; Lb. $42.85;
5 Lbs. @ $38.24/Lb.;
25 Lbs. @ $34.71/Lb.
Silver Tip
Kale, Ornamental
NEW
1593 SILVER TIP: (A) RO
60-75 days. Triticum triticale
Largest seed heads in trial.
4” heads (not counting the
awns). Vigorous wheat/rye cross.
Ht. 24-36". Avg. 500 seeds/oz.
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
1/4 Lb. $15.60; Lb. $42.85;
5 Lbs. @ $38.24/Lb.
1584
FEATHERTOP: (TP) GRO
100-120 days. Pennisetum villosum
NEW Elegant look. Ideal for
for cut- or dried-flower produc- Sunrise and Sunset
tion. Ht. 22-24". Avg. 14,800
seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
500 Seeds $6.30; ORNAMENTAL KALES: (A) RU 90-110 days.
1,000 Seeds $11.40; For cool-season bouquets. Florists love these small-headed,
5M @ $10.50/M; leaf-type cabbages. They will grow successfully wherever
25M @ $10.00/M. temperatures become sufficiently cool. Very long vase life.
Ht. 24". Avg. 9,800 seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95;
Fall Ornamentals 250 Seeds $4.80; 500 Seeds $7.50; 1,000 Seeds $13.95;
5M @ $12.09/M; 10M @ $10.92/M.
Combine ornamental pumpkins,
gourds, and squash with 1470 SUNRISE: Creamy white, light pink center.
ornamental grasses for attractive Feather Top 1471 SUNSET: Red center.
seasonal displays.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Flowers - 80% of flowers on
5-12 days Transplant - Sow 4-6 weeks before stem are open. Pods - When
Hyacinth Bean
at 65-70°F last frost. Direct seed - After last frost. Sun 12" 10-20' Zones 9-10 1/2 on stem are shiny and
Dolichos lablab
(18-21°C) Trellis or other support required. firm. Edible flowers - Fully
open.
Transplant (recommended) - Sow Kale should have a 6” head on
10-14 days 6-8 weeks before planting out. Direct
Kale, Ornamental a 24” stem with good coloring.
at 70°F seed - 3 months before expected Sun 6" 24" Annual
Brassica oleracea Plants will begin to color once
(21°C) fall frost. When 6” tall, remove lower
leaves. Repeat 3 or 4 times. temps. drop below 50°F.
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LARKSPUR — LISIANTHUS
Larkspur Lisianthus
NEW Carmine Lime
Green
Pure Blue
White
14-21 days Direct seed (recommended) - Early spring for Fresh - 2-3 basal flowers
Larkspur summer bloom or fall for bloom the following open on up to 1/3 of stem.
Consolida at 55°F Sun 4-6" 36-48" Annual
year. Soil temps. above 55ºF (13ºC) greatly Dried - flowers on stem are
ambigua (13°C) reduce germination. Support recommended. open but before petals drop.
Lisianthus 10-15 days Transplant - Sow 12-13 weeks before last When 2-3 of the flowers on
Eustoma at 70-75°F frost. Greenhouse production is highly Sun 4-8" Varies Annual a stem are open.
grandiflorum (21-24°C) recommended.
Gem Series
GEM SERIES: (A) GUT Magic Lime Green & Magic Single (L to R)
60 days. T. tenuifolia
Bite-size for use as edible Giant Orange Giant Yellow MAGIC SERIES: (TP) R 75-80 days.
garnish. Hundreds of petite NEW Prolific filler flower. Upright,
flowers cover neat, low mounds GIANT SERIES: (A) RU well-branched plants have long, strong
of lacy foliage with a citrusy scent. 70-90 days. T. erecta stems that support abundant blooms. Easy
Long-blooming for beds, borders, Tall, strong stems for cut flowers. Large flower to grow and harvest. Treat as an annual for
and containers. Ht. 8-10". Avg. heads, avg. 3”, sit atop sturdy plants. These Giant best plant habit and flower production. Ht.
36,000 seeds/oz. marigolds are prolific producers for cuts as well as 28-36". PKT (50 seeds) $3.95;
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; excellent garden performers. Ht. 36-40". Avg. 7,100 250 Seeds $7.85; 500 Seeds $13.95;
1/16 Oz. $5.60; 1/4 Oz. $7.90; seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 250 Seeds $8.15; 1,000 Seeds $24.35; 5M @ $20.60/M;
1/2 Oz. $13.65; Oz. $22.65. 500 Seeds $14.30; 1,000 Seeds $25.90; 25M @ $17.40/M.
5M @ $22.03/M.
1857 RED GEM 1956P MAGIC LIME GREEN:
1411 TANGERINE GEM 1883 GIANT ORANGE Avg. 20,900 seeds/oz. Pelleted seeds.
1410 LEMON GEM 1884 GIANT YELLOW
1957 MAGIC SINGLE: Avg. 216,400
seeds/oz.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
4-7 days at Transplant - Sow 4-8 weeks before last
Marigold Flowers are fully open but
75-80°F frost. Direct seed - After last frost. Pinch to Sun 8-18" Varies Annual
Tagetes spp. still have tight centers.
(24-27°C) make plants bushier. Deadhead regularly.
Matricaria 10-14 days Transplant (recommended) - Sow 8-10
When flower cluster is
Tanacetum at 70°F weeks before last frost. Direct seed - As Sun 8-12" 28-36" Zones 5-9
almost full.
parthenium (21°C) soon as soil can be worked.
10-14 days Transplant (recommended) - Sow 6-8 Sun/Part Fresh - Almost completely
Monarda
Monarda didyma at 62-65°F weeks before last frost. Transplant out 10" 30-36" Zones 4-9 open. Dried - Completely
(17-18°C) after last frost. Direct seed - After last frost. Shade open. Hang to dry.
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NASTURTIUM
Nasturtium
NEW
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Nasturtium 7-14 days at Direct seed (recommended) - Sun/Part Shade Edible flowers - fully open;
8-12" Varies Annual
Tropaeolum spp. 60-65°F (16-18°C) 2 weeks before last frost. Edible leaves - at any time.
Phlox
NEW NEW
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RUDBECKIA
Rudbeckia Black-Eyed Susan F
C
A E
NEW G
B
D 1937FC DENVER DAISY: (TP) GR
85-95 days.
A 1769 NEW Large, 6-8”, bicolor flowers. F 1675 GOLDILOCKS: (TP) GR
CHIM CHIMINEE MIX: (TP) GR Early-maturing, robust plants produce an 100-120 days.
100-120 days. abundance of blooms on strong stems. Seed NEW Preferred strain for cut flowers.
Unique quilled petals. 4-6” blooms. has been film coated for ease of sowing. An excellent variety with a high percentage
Multi-branching plants are excellent for Certified organic growers, please check suit- of fully double, 4” blooms. In our trials we
cutting. Ht. 24-30". Avg. 48,200 seeds/oz. ability with your certifier. Ht. 24-32". Avg. have found this strain to be superior to all
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 36,600 seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; others. Long, strong stems make for an
250 Seeds $5.90; 500 Seeds $8.10; 250 Seeds $7.65; 500 Seeds $11.15; ideal cut. Ht. 36-48". Avg. 50,000
1,000 Seeds $14.50; 5M @ $12.11/M; 1,000 Seeds $19.90; 5M @ $16.68/M. seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
25M @ $10.59/M. 250 Seeds $6.15; 500 Seeds $9.05;
E 1865 CHERRY BRANDY: (TP) GR 1,000 Seeds $16.05; 5M @ $13.44/M.
B 1644 PRAIRIE SUN: (TP) GR 120 days.
120 days. First ever, red rudbeckia from seed. G 1768
Unique bicolor. 5” flowers bloom freely Robust plants tolerate heat, drought, and CHEROKEE SUNSET MIX: (TP) GR
on vigorous plants. Seed is coated with poor soils. Ht. 20-24". Avg. 48,200 100-120 days.
a yellow, food-based coating for ease of seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $4.95; Large double flowers in a mix of
sowing. AAS winner. Ht. 28-32". Avg. 250 Seeds $11.55; 1,000 Seeds $40.70. sought-after colors. 4-5” blooms of
45,400 seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $4.65; orange, yellow, bronze, and brown are
250 Seeds $10.45; 1,000 Seeds $37.30. Cherokee produced all summer long. Some singles
Sunset Mix and semidoubles. In addition to producing
C attractive cut flowers, this heat tolerant,
1148 INDIAN SUMMER: (TP) GR low-maintenance rudbeckia makes a
120 days. high-impact landscaping plant. AAS
Gigantic golden flowers. Semidouble winner. Ht. 24-30". Avg. 48,200 seeds/oz.
and single blooms measure 4-7”. Sturdy PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
stems, vigorous branching. Requires no 250 Seeds $6.15; 500 Seeds $9.05;
staking. Blooms July to frost. AAS winner. 1,000 Seeds $16.05; 5M @ $13.44/M;
Ht. 36-42". Avg. 32,500 seeds/oz. 25M @ $12.24/M.
PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; 1/16 Oz. $10.35;
1/8 Oz. $18.00; 1/4 Oz. $29.55;
1/2 Oz. $50.60; Oz. $92.20.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Transplant - Sow 8-10 weeks
8-14 days at Blooms are completely
Rudbeckia before last frost. Direct seed - 2 Zones
68-72°F Sun 12-18" Varies open. Deadheading
Rudbeckia hirta weeks before last frost. Best grown 9-10
(20-22°C) increases bloom.
as annual. Reseeds.
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SNAPDRAGON
Snapdragon
NEW NEW
NEW
1572 SUNSET MIX: (A) RO 1830 SUPREME BLUE: (A) RO 1923 SEEKER MIX: (A) RO
110-120 days. 110-120 days. 110-120 days.
Uniform bloom time. Heads are packed Highest quality blue statice. Large, NEW Excellent uniformity. 11/2 - 3”
with apricot, orange, peach, and pastel red uniform flowers with strong stems. Blooms flowers are produced on strong stems in the
blossoms. Ht. 24-30". Avg. 13,800 have white centers while growing, but turn a field and greenhouse. Seeker Mix is more
seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; solid blue color when dried. Ht. 24-30". Avg. uniform and has a better color range than
1/16 Oz. $6.90; 1/8 Oz. $11.00; 10,600 seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95; Pacific Mix, which it replaces. Ht. 24-30". Avg.
1/4 Oz. $18.40; 1/2 Oz. $32.95; 1/16 Oz. $6.90; 1/8 Oz. $11.00; 9,900 seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
Oz. $58.70; 1/4 Lb. $165.30. 1/4 Oz. $18.40; 1/2 Oz. $32.95; 1/16 Oz. $6.90; 1/4 Oz. $18.40;
Oz. $58.70; 1/4 Lb. $165.30. 1/2 Oz. $32.95; Oz. $58.70; 1/4 Lb. $165.30.
Stock Strawflower
NEW
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Statice 5-14 days at Transplant (recommended) - Sow 8 Individual flowers mostly open
Limonium Sun 12" 24-30" Annual
70°F (21°C) weeks before last frost. and showing color. Hang to dry.
sinuatum
Stock 7-14 days at Transplant - Sow 8-10 weeks before 1/3
Matthiola 65-75°F Sun 6-10" 18-24" Annual to 1/2 the florets on stem are
incana (18-24°C) last frost. Direct seed - After last frost. open.
Strawflower 7-10 days at Transplant - Sow 6-8 weeks before last Fresh or dried - cut when 2-3
frost. Direct seed - After last frost, only
Bracteantha 70-75°F Sun 10-12" 36-40" Annual layers of petals have unfolded
where summers are long. May require
bracteata (21-24°C) but before flowers fully open.
support.
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SUNFLOWERS
Sunflowers
NEW
Red/Lemon
Bicolor
Vincent®s Choice
1939
VINCENT®S CHOICE (F1): (A) R
50-60 days.
NEW Refined appearance. Round, over-
lapping petals form sturdy flower heads that
hold up well during transport. Pollenless.
Day-length neutral variety, allowing for the Red
season to extend into early spring and late
fall. Ht. 48-60". Avg. 500 seeds/oz.
Bicolor
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 250 Seeds $8.90;
500 Seeds $15.45; 1,000 Seeds $26.00;
5M @ $23.70/M; 25M @ $21.00/M.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
7-14 days at Direct seed (recommended) - After Fresh - Flowers just beginning to
Sunflowers, Tall last frost. Transplant - Sow in final
70-75°F Sun 4-24" Varies Annual open. Dried - Flowers completely
Helianthus annuus container 3-4 weeks prior to plant-
(21-24°C) ing out. Dislikes root disturbance. open. Hang or use silica gel.
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SUNFLOWERS
Zohar
NEW
1235 SORAYA: (A) CR
77-91 days.
First sunflower to win an All-America
Selections award. Ht. 72". Avg. 1,700
seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $3.95;
250 Seeds $6.75; 500 Seeds $11.55;
1,000 Seeds $18.85; 5M @ $17.20/M;
25M @ $15.00/M.
1744
STRAWBERRY BLONDE (F1): (A) R
55 days. Chocolate Ring of Fire Greenburst
Ruby red flowers that hold their petals.
Ht. 60-72". Avg. 750 seeds/oz.
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $5.50;
250 Seeds $9.65; 500 Seeds $16.75;
1,000 Seeds $31.75; 5M @ $26.45/M.
1729 R
STARBURST LEMON AURA (F1): (A)
60-70 days.
Gorgeous, pale yellow, branching double.
Ht. 48-60”. Avg. 1,050 seeds/oz.
PKT (50 seeds) $3.95; 100 Seeds $5.70;
250 Seeds $10.45; 500 Seeds $18.20;
1,000 Seeds $31.95; 5M @ $26.96/M.
Giant Sungold Sonja Strawberry Blonde
T ech T ip
Cut when the petals are just lifting off
the face of the flower. Leaves should
be stripped prior to cutting. Cut at
approx. 36” from the head down. They
should be transported in clean water
from the field to an area to be trimmed
and bunched. Bunch in groups of 3 or
5 with similar size heads. Tie or elastic
band bunches in two places: directly
under the heads and approximately
4” from the bottom of the evenly cut
stems. Sunflowers can be kept in a
cooler to preserve freshness.
Holiday Soraya Starburst Lemon Aura
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SUNFLOWERS
Dwarf Sunflowers Sunflower Perennial
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Direct seed (recommended) - After last Fresh - Flowers are just
Sunflowers, Dwarf 7-14 days at frost. Transplant - Sow in final container beginning to open. Dried
70-75°F Sun 8-12" Varies Annual
Helianthus annuus (21-24°C) 3-4 weeks prior to planting out. Dislikes - Flowers are completely
root disturbance. open. Hang or use silica gel.
Sunflowers, Transplant - Sow 8-10 weeks before 1 1
Perennial 14 days at last frost. Direct seed - After last frost. Sun 18-24" 72-96" Zones 3-9 When /4- /3 of the flowers
Helianthus 70°F (21°C) on a stem are open.
Spreads rapidly. Divide every third year.
maximiliani
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Direct seed (recommended) - 6 weeks
Sweet Pea 14-21 days before last frost. Transplant - Sow 4-6 Half the flowers on a stem
Lathyrus at 55-65°F weeks before planting out. Seedlings won’t Sun 6" Varies Annual are open. Harvesting flowers
odoratus (13-18°C) be damaged by frost. Pinch when 6-8” tall to increases bloom.
encourage denser branching & more flowers.
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TITHONIA — VIOLA
Tithonia Viola
Mexican Sunflower
Verbena
G H Profusion Series
planted in containers
Colorado Mix
3878G
COLORADO MIX: (P) JRO
120-130 days.
Now available as organic seed. 2-4”,
flat-topped flower heads on 24” stems.
Long vase life. Low-maintenance. Beneficial
insect attractant. Ht. 28-30". Avg. 164,400
seeds/oz. PKT (100 seeds) $3.95;
500 Seeds $7.85; 1,000 Seeds $13.35;
5M @ $11.73/M; 25M @ $10.30/M.
Profusion Double Deep Salmon Profusion Double Fire
Dwarf Zinnias
PROFUSION SERIES (F1): (A) GL 55-70 days. Z. hybrida
Carefree color all summer long. Heat tolerant, free-flowering, and self-cleaning, with
unmatchable disease resistance. Well-suited for containers or landscape plantings. Choose
from singles or doubles. Ht. 12". Avg. 14,500 seeds/oz. PKT (50 seeds) $4.95;
100 Seeds $8.65; 250 Seeds $15.70; 500 Seeds $27.75;
1,000 Seeds $51.45; 5M @ $44.00/M.
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Transplant (recommended) - Sow
Yarrow 10-14 days
8-10 weeks before last frost. Direct When pollen is visible on
Achillea at 65-72°F Sun 12-24" 28-30" Zones 2-9
seed - Late spring, after late frost, the flowers.
millefolium (18-22°C)
early summer or fall.
3-5 days at Transplant - Sow 4 weeks before
Zinnia
80-85°F last frost. Direct seed - After last Sun 9-12" Varies Annual Before completely open.
Zinnia spp.
(27-29°C) frost.
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ZINNIA
Zinnia
B M
C
A N O
E
F P
D
Q R
G H
S
I
T U
K L
J
Growing Information
Product Days to Light Plant Plant Hardiness
Sowing and Growing Harvest
Species Germination Preference Spacing Height Zones
Zinnia 3-5 days at Transplant - Sow 4 weeks before last Before completely
Sun 9-12" Varies Annual
Zinnia spp. 80-85°F (27-29°C) frost. Direct seed - After last frost. open.
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Flower Collections and Mixes
1600 NORTHERN LIGHTS MIX: (P/A) W 1832 BENEFICIAL INSECT ATTRACTANT MIX: (P/A) W
Designed for optimum performance in Northern climates. Attract beneficial insects. Perennial and
A colorful, carefree blend of 14 peren- annual varieties attract a wide array of
nials and reseeding annuals, designed beneficial insects that prey upon unwanted
for optimum performance in Northern garden insect pests. SEEDING RATE: PKT.
climates, provides color from spring to fall. sows a 45' row or 4 sq.ft.; 1/4 lb. sows
Mix contains: Blanket Flower, Bachelor’s 500 sq.ft.; 9-18 lb./acre. Mix contains:
Button, Purple Coneflower, Coreopsis, Alyssum, Bishop's Flower, Dill, Siberian
Blazing Star, Spurred Snapdragon, Corn Wallflower, Daisy, Coreopsis, Cilantro,
Poppy, Catchfly, Shasta Daisy, Black-eyed Dwarf Cosmos, Clover, California Poppy,
Susan, Foxglove, Phlox, Evening Primrose, Fennel, Globe Gilia, Annual Candytuft,
and Siberian Wallflower. SEEDING RATE: Liatris, Sweet Alyssum, Bergamot, Baby
Pkt. sows 100’ row or 25 sq.ft.; 1-2 Blue-Eyes, and Rudbeckia. (Varieties are
oz./1,000 sq.ft.; 4 lb./acre. Full sun. subject to change depending upon availability.) Ht. 6-36".
(Varieties are subject to change depending upon availability.) PKT (500 seeds) $3.95; Oz. $7.15; 1/4 Lb. $13.90; Lb. $45.50.
PKT (650 seeds) $3.95; 1/4 Oz. $5.65; 1/2 Oz. $10.00;
Oz. $14.50; 1/4 Lb. $43.00; Lb. $116.00; 5 Lbs. @ $94.00/ 1738 JOHNNY’S BUTTERFLY
Lb.; 25 Lbs. @ $78.00/Lb. AND HUMMINGBIRD MIX: (P/A) W
Attract butterflies and hummingbirds
1739 JOHNNY’S SHADY WOODLAND MIX: (P/A) from spring through fall. Flowers reach
Brighten shaded areas with this about 31/2’ and create a meadow effect.
colorful mix. Best for woodland edges Crushed corn cobs are added as a filler
and softly shaded areas. Crushed corn cobs to this mix for better distribution of seed.
are added as a filler to this mix for better Mix contains: Bachelor’s Button, Larkspur,
distribution of seed. Mix contains: Shasta Coreopsis, Cosmos, Wallflower, Sweet
Daisy, Chinese Houses, Forget-Me-Not, Alyssum, Lupine, Lemon Mint, Phlox,
Wallflower, Foxglove, Catchfly, Spurred Rudbeckia, and Salvia. SEEDING RATE: 1/4
Snapdragon, Satin Flower, Columbine, lb. sows 600 sq.ft. (Varieties subject to
Johnny-Jump-Ups, Mountain Garland, and change depending upon availability.)
Maltese Cross. SEEDING RATE: 1/4 lb. sows 1/4 Lb. $17.75.
600 sq.ft. (Varieties are subject to change
depending upon availability). $17.75. 1397 BEE FEED MIX: (P/A) W
Provide bee forage all season long.
1731 EDIBLE FLOWER COLLECTION: (P/A) BUM A blend of nectar and pollen flowers
Grow a wide assortment of flowers for honey bees, native bees, bumble
for use as garnishes and decorations. bees, and other pollinators. The mix
Includes one packet of each: Scarlet of low-maintenance perennials and
Runner Bean, Borage, Nasturtium-Jewel reseeding annual wildflowers contains:
Mix, Marigold-Lemon Gem, Calendula- Poppies, Baby Blue-Eyes, Coneflower, Flax,
Deja Vu, Thai Basil, and Anise Hyssop. Coreopsis, Wallflower, Gaillardia, Asters,
(Varieties subject to change depending Globe Gilia, Tidy Tips, Chinese Forget-Me-
upon availability.) $15.95. Nots, Alyssum, Fleabane Daisy, Bergamot,
Hyssop, and Forget-Me-Nots. Avg.
540,000 seeds/lb. PKT (500 seeds) $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $4.50;
Oz. $7.15; 1/4 Lb. $13.90; Lb. $45.50; 5 Lbs. @ $34.00/Lb.
872 JOHNNY'S SUNFLOWER COLLECTION: (A) R 1813 XERISCAPE MIX EASTERN U.S.: (P/A) W
Celebrate summer with sunflowers! Low-maintenance wildflower mix.
Carefree plants are easy to grow from This mix combines hardy annual and
direct seeding. Plant these summer perennial varieties that, once estab-
favorites for an incredible and varied lished, need little extra water or fertilizer.
sunflower garden. Johnny’s Sunflower Formulated for the eastern U.S. and
Collection comes with complete growing southeast Canada. Mix contains: Partridge
instructions and includes individual packets Pea, Purple Coneflower, Perennial Lupine,
of Giant Sungold, Holiday, Autumn Coreopsis, Gaillardia, Scarlet Sage, Dwarf
Beauty, Big Smile, and Moulin Rouge. Evening Primrose, Purple Prairie Clover,
(Varieties subject to change depending Clasping Coneflower, Prairie Coneflower,
upon availability.) $14.85. Anise Hyssop, White Upland Aster, and
Ohio Spiderwort. SEEDING RATE: Pkt.
1783 CUT-FLOWER KIT FOR MARKET GROWERS: (A) BR sows a 75’ row or 7 sq.ft.; 1/4 lb. sows
Provides all the essentials at a great value. Growing beautiful 700 sq.ft.; 12-24 lb./acre. Use the higher rate for maximum color
blooms is a sure way to attract new or when adequate soil preparation and weed control are not
customers and grow your business. Our kit possible. (Varieties are subject to change depending upon avail-
includes 1,000 seeds each of Sunbright, ability.) Ht. 6-36". PKT (500 seeds) $3.95; 1/2 Oz. $6.90;
Sunrich Orange, and ProCut sunflowers, Oz. $12.30; 1/4 Lb. $30.35; Lb. $103.00; 5 Lbs. @ $91.00/Lb.
as well as 1/2 oz. Versailles Mix cosmos
seeds, and 1 oz. Giant Dahlia Flowered
Wildflower mixes can be planted in late spring, early summer,
Mix zinnia seeds. You’ll also receive an
informational sheet on the basics of cut or fall, or after the last frost. Fall seeding can be very
flower growing, growing instructions for successful, especially on dry soils. Seeds planted in the fall
individual varieties, and a sample planting are dormant seedlings, and will not germinate until the next
guide. (Varieties in kit are subject to spring. See our Wildflower Mixes Growing Instructions
change.) $86.00. PDF in the Grower's Library on Johnnyseeds.com
TOOLS and SUPPLIES Quick Hoops™ 4 and 6 ft. Low Tunnel Benders
QUICK HOOPS™ LOW TUNNEL BENDERS: BM
Hoophouse-style protection at 1/20th the cost. Extend the
growing season for cold-hardy crops with a very late season harvest
or overwinter them for earliest possible spring harvest. Quickly
create low tunnel hoops out of galvanized electrical conduit (EMT)
to withstand fall winds and heavy winter snow loads. 1/2” conduit
is recommended for most applications, and can be purchased at
your local home improvement store or electrical supply house.
10’ lengths are very economical. Will also bend 3/4”, or even 1”
conduit, which can be used to provide extra strength for tunnel
ends. Bender comes in 4’ or 6’ wide configurations so Quick
Hoops™ can span one or two beds at a time. Mounts to any solid
surface, such as the corner of a shop workbench, a picnic table, or
Low tunnels made with 6’ Quick Hoops™ Low Tunnel
Bender, 10’ wide Agribon+ AG-19 Row Cover, Tufflite hay wagon. Mount it to your farm truck’s hitch receiver, using our
Nursery Clear Greenhouse Film, and locally-sourced 1/2” EMT optional hitch mount, for convenience and portability.
conduit and other materials. 9377 Creates 4’ W x 4’ H hoops $59.00.
9520 Creates 6’ W x 3’ H hoops *$59.00. Zone B add $4.00.
9018 QUICK HOOPS™ HIGH TUNNEL BENDER: BM 9482 GROUND POST DRIVER:
Protect your crops and extend your season early in the Prevent deforming while safely and properly
spring and late in the fall. Bend your own hoops to create a 12’ securing ground posts. Mushroom-shaped driver
wide, 7’ or 81/2’ high tunnel of any desired length out of locally takes repeated sledge hammer impact to prevent
available 13/8” chain-link fence top rail. ground posts from deforming. 113/16” diam. x 2” top;
Includes extensive illustrated instructions 11/4” diam. x 21/4” bottom. Fits neatly into 15/8” ground
on how we built our own walk-in cater- post. Top will flare somewhat after repeated use. $29.95.
pillar-style tunnels as well as traditional
coverings with roll-up sides and end
walls. Also included with the bender, 9542 CROSS-CONNECTOR FOR 13/8" PIPE:
which mounts to any solid horizontal Save time, money, and make structures stronger. Convenient
surface (picnic table, bench, hay wagon, aluminum connectors. Much easier than drilling and through-
etc.), is a lever bar for added leverage Cross-Connector bolting, especially in overhead applications. Can be used to connect
when ‘finishing’ the bend. $59.00. for 13/8” pipe ridge pole or purlins to bows. Ideally sized for 13/8” chain-link fence
top rail. Pkg. of 2 $5.35.
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QUICK HOOPS™ NEW
Quick Hoops™ 14' wide Gothic High Tunnel Bender
With plans for a Fixed Tunnel with Traditional-Style Coverings
and Eliot Coleman's Modular Moveable "Cathedral" Tunnel
7300 QUICK HOOPS™ GOTHIC HIGH TUNNEL BENDER: BM TUFFLITE IV™ GREENHOUSE FILM:
NEW Bends gothic arch-shaped bows to shed snow more effi- Protects crops from excessive rain, wind, and frost
ciently. Create 14’ wide, fixed or moveable, peaked structures with bows under high tunnels. UV resistant and ultra clear, this
made from 21/2 pieces of chain-link fence top rail. Includes extensive 6.0 mil, high-tech film was designed specifically for green-
instructions for building a fixed tunnel with traditional style coverings as houses. Light transmission is comparable to glass. Sizes
well as a set written for Eliot Coleman’s modular moveable “Cathedral” chosen for compatibility with our 12’ Quick Hoops™ High
tunnel that can be broken down into modules and seasonally moved Tunnel Bender. 20’ width for Caterpillar tunnels; 24’ width
anywhere on your farm. These 14’ wide structures are designed to cover for fixed or roll-up sides.
!
EW SIZESZone A
four 30” beds and will also allow two rows of 6’ Quick Hoops™ low tunnels
to be erected within them for added protection over the winter. Includes
separate jigs for the side hoops and peak section, plus mounting hardware. Part # Size
3 N Price Zone B
Shipping Shipping
*$89.00. Zone B add $4.00.
*9630 20' x 65' $169.00 Add $12.00
WIGGLE WIRE SYSTEM: A conve- *9644 20' x 125' $319.00 Add $10.00 Add $33.00
nient, reusable, and high-integrity
connection system for high tunnel *9645 24' x 65' $204.00 Add $12.00
6 Wiggle Wire plastic and other cover materials. *9701 24' x 125' $405.00 Add $14.00 Add $24.00
Extruded aluminum channel attaches
to high tunnel frames, baseboards, and *7176 28' x 65' $235.00 Add $13.00
hipboards. Bends readily over hoops and *7177 28' x 100' $355.00 Add $8.00 Add $22.00
has a machined groove to center drill
bits or self-drilling tech screws when *7178 28' x 125' $449.00 Add $19.00 Add $32.00
attaching. Preformed stainless steel *7179 28' x 150' $515.00 Add $29.00 Add $42.00
Wiggle Wire securely locks high tunnel
covers into the channel by snapping NE *7301 32' x 100'
W $365.00 Add $92.00 Add $104.00
over the covering and into the channel
Sidewall
to quickly secure greenhouse film, shade NEW *7302 32' x 125' $463.00 Add $104.00 Add $115.00
Hand
6Crank cloth, etc. Holds its shape, even with NEW
*7303 32' x 150' $535.00 Call for Shipping Quote
repeated use. Conveniently tensions
greenhouse film as wire is installed. Film Application Guide
Safety glasses or goggles are highly Film Bender
Appropriate Tunnel Type
recommended. Pieces sold individually. Width Used
7040 Wiggle Wire 4’ section $1.75. 12' wide fixed caterpillar tunnel made 9018
7041 Wiggle Wire Channel 8’ section 20' with short ground posts
$9.25. 12' wide moveable caterpillar tunnel 7000
12' wide fixed caterpillar tunnel made
7033 SIDEWALL HAND CRANK: with long ground posts 9018
Quickly adjusts tunnel sidewalls and 24'
Wiggle Wire installed 12' wide fixed traditional tunnel made
holds at desired height. 4:1 gear ratio 9018
inside Wire Channel with short ground posts
makes cranking much easier. Built-in
12' wide fixed traditional tunnel made
automatic brake holds sidewall at position 9018
28' with long ground posts
you choose. Weatherproof construction.
Internal rollers fit over 3/4” EMT vertical 14' wide modular 'Cathedral' tunnel 7300
guide post. Includes output shaft adapter 32' 14' wide fixed traditional Gothic tunnel 7300
for 1/2” EMT or 3/4” EMT rolling tube.
Maximum sidewall length: 300 ft. EMT *Additional Shipping Charges Apply
conduit not included. $149.00. See page 156A to determine your zone.
8 N E W
Zone B
Typical Use Part# Dimensions Price Shipping
NEW 7279 36” x 328’ $49.00
Hortonova FA
Hands Free
Pruning
Scissors Rollerhooks being
used in hoophouse
BLACK MULCH:
The predominant color used in vegetable production and the most economical
option. Suppresses weeds, reduces evaporation, and increases soil temperature - all of
which contribute to earlier and higher yields. Durable and easy to install. Flexible and
stretchable. Home garden sizes are smooth-sided, while rolls are embossed, allowing extra PLANTERS PAPER® MULCH:
stretch for snug fits over raised beds, better soil contact, and more efficient soil warming. Biodegradable paper mulch. A revolu-
Strong enough for either double cropping in the same season or possibly over two seasons. tionary paper mulch made in New England.
Easy field removal. 1.0 mil thick. Decomposes in the soil, avoiding the
*Additional Shipping Charges Apply disposal and waste problems of plastic. Used
7220 Smooth 4’ x 50’ $16.45. See page 156A to determine your zone. just like poly mulch, with equal weed control
7221 Smooth 4’ x 100’ $21.60. but about 2°F (1°C) less soil warming. Starts
7222 Embossed 4’ x 600’ $59.00. decomposing in avg. 6-10 weeks. Gray.
*7223 Embossed 4’ x 2,000’ $129.00. Zone B add $22.00. 9650 2’ x 50’ $18.50. 5 pkgs. or
*7224 Embossed 4’ x 4,000’ $232.00. Zone A add $20.00. Zone B add $32.00. more @ $16.65 ea.
9651 4’ x 100’ $37.95.
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ROW COVERS
Row Covers
Agribon+ AG-15 Insect Barrier Row covers are rain-permeable, lightweight blankets made
USE: Insect control. Heat-sensitive crops. Pollination control. of spunbonded polypropylene that are economical and easy
GRADE: Lightweight. LIGHT TRANSMISSION: 90%. to use. They capture warmth, protect plants from damaging
WEIGHT: 0.45 Oz. Per Sq.Yd. winds, offer insulation from light frost, and are the most
Zone A Zone B effective - and least toxic - form of insect control.
Part # Size Price Shipping Shipping
9057 118" x 50' $25.95
9051 118" x 250' $61.50
*9050 118" x 1,500' $249.00 Add $12.00
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BED PREPARATION TOOLS
Johnny's Broadforks
Best Quality and Value with a Life-Time Guarantee
M
and 48” oiled ashwood handles. Made in Maine.
Model 920: Nine tines, 20” wide. $219.00.
Johnny's 920 Broadfork
Dibble accessories.
See below.
NEW
Tilther
Johnny's 30” Seedbed Roller
9286 TILTHER: ABM
Prepare perfect seedbeds. This is a lightweight tiller 7219 JOHNNY'S 30" SEEDBED ROLLER: AB
designed to create perfect tilth within the top 2” of your Prepare a smooth, firm seedbed for direct seeding. The perfect comple-
bed by mixing in compost and fertilizer while chopping ment to precision seeders and mechanical harvesters. Heavy-duty lobster trap
up the roots of the previous crop. It was conceptual- wire covers three independent cylindrical rollers that provide a slip differential
ized by Eliot Coleman and is used extensively on his to prevent plowing the soil when turning at the end of the row. 1” wire mesh
farm. After one quick pass, the bed is ready for the next is spaced close enough to break up smaller clumps but wide enough to resist
planting. 15” wide. Powered by your rechargeable drill. getting clogged. The rollers can also be used post-seeding to press seed firmly
1/2” chuck size required; 18V or better recommended. into contact with the soil for improved germination rates; the wire mesh
Made of stainless steel and aluminum with oiled creates a pattern of uniformly spaced mini-furrows that help retain essential
ashwood handles. 22 lb. Not for initial tilling of native moisture and resist erosion. May be pulled or pushed. Handle is adjustable
ground. Drill not included. $459.00. laterally to allow operation in-row or from either side. A metal rack on top can
accept additional weight if needed. Made in Maine.
*$259.00. Zone B add $12.00.
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SEEDERS
Dense Planting of Small to Medium-Size Seeds
Four-Row Seeder
Seed Hopper
Four-Row Extended
Range Shaft
Six-Row Extended
Range Shaft
HATFIELD TRANSPLANTERS: BM
9170 EARTHWAY® 9178 EASY-PLANT Transplant from a standing position -
VEGETABLE SEEDER: M JAB-TYPE PLANTER: M save time and your back! Designed to
Takes the work out of planting and For accurate placement of large seeds. open square planting holes and available in
accommodates a wide range of seed Farmers have relied on the Easy-Plant for three different sizes: 11/2”, 2”, and 21/2”.
sizes. This lightweight, yet well-constructed years. A hand planter for corn, beans, Plant plugs from 128-cell flats and smaller,
seeder is a Johnny’s best-seller. While it squash, pumpkins, melons, cucumbers, right up through 24-cell flats. Lower
accommodates a diverse range of seed and sunflowers on open ground or edges slice right through plastic mulch.
sizes, it excels with larger seeds. Designed through plastic mulch. Handmade planter Adjustable handle height and depth stop.
for the small-scale market grower and of oak and painted, galvanized steel. To operate: hold handles apart, plunge to
large-scale home gardener. Fast and easy Adjustable depth shoe. 1/2” x 2” chute the depth stop, push handles together,
to operate. Opens the furrow, plants and opening at bottom. Overall height 34”; drop the transplant, and lift the tool
spaces seeds, covers seeds, packs the soil, weight 33/4 lb. $145.00. straight up. One person operates the tool,
and marks the next row all in one easy step. another handles the transplants. Follow up
Comes with 6 seed plates for planting: 1) with some water and you are done. Also
corn, 2) peas, 3) beans, 4) carrots,
5) beets, 6) radishes, and more than 15
Broadcast Seeder useful for tubers, bulbs, etc.
9406 Model 1.5 (11/2” x 11/2”) $119.00.
other common vegetables. $109.00. 9414 Model 2.0 (2” x 2”) $119.00.
9419 Model 2.5 (21/2” x 21/2”) $119.00.
9173 EARTHWAY®
FERTILIZER ATTACHMENT:
Converts EarthWay® Seeder to a fertil-
izer/side dresser. Easy no-tool mounting.
Corrosion-free. Adjustable application rate
from above ground to a depth of 2”. $69.00.
Fertilizer
Attachment
with Optional
Plates
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SEEDERS
Precision Seeders for Small and Large Seeds
Jang seed rollers allow accurate singulation of very small seeds, medium-size
pelleted seeds, and are even compatible with some larger seeds.
A-6 AA-6 J-4 LJ-12 M-12 MJ-12 MM-12 N-6 X-6 XY-12 XYY-24 Y-12 YYJ-12 Z
Selection example: You want to plant spinach at a 4” spacing. According to the table below, for Spinach,
you need either an F-12 or F-24 roller; according to the Seed Spacing chart, only a roller with 12 holes has
an available spacing of 4”. So, F-12 is your choice. Order the Part# that corresponds to F-12 below.
9845 VIBRO HAND SEEDER: Fast, accurate, GRO MOR MINI WAND SEEDERS:
individual dispensing of even the smallest The best seeders for handling
seeds. Seeds are evenly distributed over the length extremely small seeds. These
of the spatula; the seeder is held level over the flat well-designed, squeeze bulb-type,
or plug tray to be filled; and vibration speed control vacuum seeders allow picking up and
is adjusted until seed moves slowly off tip of spatula. sowing single seeds even as small as
Dispensing speed can also be controlled by tilting Artemisia! Five tips are included for
seeder up or down. Used at slower speeds for indi- different sized seeds. Seeders also come
vidual seed dispensing in plug trays or speed it up with a magnifier that can be attached
for a controlled spill into 20-row seed flats. Powered to the tip for a better view of tiny seed.
by one 9 Volt battery (included). $69.95. Squeeze and release the bulb to draw
a vacuum and pick up a seed; squeeze Hand Seed Sower
9244 VIBRO HAND SEEDER MAGNIFIER: again to drop the seed in desired
For use with Vibro Hand Seeder only. Attaches location. Air valve model allows for
to tip of seeder with a spring clip. Very helpful when multiple operations with one depres- 9136 HAND SEED SOWER:
dispensing smaller seeds. $17.50. sion of the bulb and remote bulb Saves you time and seeds. Our seed
operation with other hand or by foot. lab’s favorite! Simple design allows you
9617 POWER SUPPLY ADAPTER: 9594 Mini Wand Seeder $30.95. to control the flow of seeds through 5
120 Volt AC power converter for the 9845 9055 Deluxe Mini Wand Seeder different size outlets. Funnel-shaped spout
Vibro Hand Seeder. Conversion kit allows contin- with Air Valve and Hose $53.50. makes it easy to return unused seeds to
uous operation without battery replacement. $30.95. packet. $3.95.
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HAND TOOLS
Long-Handled Tools
A 9374 ABM H COBRAHEAD® LONG HANDLE
LONG-HANDLED WIRE WEEDER: PRECISION WEEDER/CULTIVATOR: M
Fast, ergonomic precision weeding. The closest thing to a universal garden
Designed by Eliot Coleman to be held with tool. Steel fingernail® is an extension
thumbs up, for standing removal of small of your hand. Weeds, cultivates, digs,
weeds with speed, surgical precision, and furrows, and plants with ease. Works well
minimum soil disturbance. Work in a back in almost any soil. Allen set screws allow
A & forth motion or simply drag through easy blade replacement. 54” handle (62”
soil for smaller weeds. Perfect for weeding overall). Made in the USA.
closely spaced crops. 4” x 1/2” blade. 9809 Long Handle CobraHead® $62.95.
Swiss galvanized steel head; oiled Maine 9826 CobraHead® Repl. Blade $29.95.
ashwood handle. 51/2’ overall. $38.50.
COLLINEAR HOES: AM
Our best precision tool makes weed
B control fast, easy, and enjoyable.
Eliot Coleman’s finest work is a complete
departure from traditional designs. The
user stands straight, using a thumbs-up
grip, while a sharp, thin blade rides flat and
C collinear with the soil surface, slicing off
weeds without throwing soil onto nearby
seedlings. Ergonomic design makes weeding
surprisingly enjoyable. Especially effective in
and around low-lying crops such as head
lettuce. Swiss galvanized steel head; oiled
Maine ashwood handle. 51/2’ overall.
B 9546 33/4” Fixed Blade Collinear Hoe I J K
D $39.95.
C 9093 7” Fixed Blade Collinear Hoe
$41.50.
D 9587 7” Collinear Hoe with
Replaceable Blade $43.50.
9180 7” Repl. Blade $15.45.
Spear & Jackson
TRAPEZOID HOES: M Hand-Forged English Tools
The favorite for mid-sized weeds.
Beveled shape gets under the edges of I 9416 ROOT AND POTATO FORK:
E plants. Sharp corners tackle stubborn roots. Harvest root crops without damage.
Swiss galvanized-steel head with sharp, Smaller head with diamond-shaped prongs
replaceable spring steel blade; oiled Maine for more precise digging tasks. Solid
ashwood handle. 51/2’ overall. forged head and extra-long socket made
E 9589 5’’ Trapezoid Hoe $42.95. of hardened and tempered carbon/manga-
9590 61/2’’ Trapezoid Hoe $43.95. nese-steel. Epoxy powder coating resists
9277 5’’ Repl. Blade $15.45. wear and rust. Hardwood shaft with split
9279 61/2’’ Repl. Blade $17.45. wishbone handle with clear lacquer weath-
F erproofing. 91/2” x 6” head; 37” overall.
STIRRUP HOES: M $94.50.
Cuts on the push and pull stroke to
cover a lot of ground fast. Thin, oscil- J 9855 DIGGING FORK:
lating blade carves through tough weeds Ideal for turning and aerating garden
just below the soil surface, cutting in both soil. Full-size head with diamond-shaped
directions. Very fast and efficient. Great prongs for easy penetration. Solid forged
for footpath areas. Replaceable blades are head and extra-long socket made of
made of high-tempered spring steel to hardened and tempered carbon/manga-
stay sharp. Swiss steel head; oiled Maine nese-steel. Epoxy powder coating resists
ashwood handle. 51/2’ overall. wear and rust. Hardwood shaft with split
9489 31/4” Stirrup Hoe $49.95. wishbone handle. Clear lacquer weather-
G F 9500 5” Stirrup Hoe $51.95. proofing. 111/2” x 71/2” head; 42” overall.
9504 7” Stirrup Hoe $53.95. *$99.00. Zone B add $4.00.
9186 31/4” Repl. Blade $16.45.
9189 5” Repl. Blade $17.45. K 9476 TREADED DIGGING SPADE:
9272 7” Repl. Blade $18.50. Easy bed preparation and general
digging. Full-size rectangular spade with
G 9071 3-TOOTH CULTIVATOR: M tread for added comfort and protection.
For cultivating, incorporating compost Solid forged head and extra-long socket
and fertilizer, and loosening top soil. are made of hardened and tempered
Eliot Coleman design. Push-pull action; carbon/manganese-steel. Epoxy powder
Some assembly H perfect tooth spread for mixing and coating resists wear and rust. Hardwood
required. Handles loosening the top 3” of your garden beds. shaft with split wishbone handle. Clear
shipped separately 7” wide Swiss galvanized steel head; oiled lacquer weatherproofing. 111/2” x 71/2”
via priority mail Maine ashwood handle. 51/2’ overall. head; 42” overall.
within the U.S. or $47.95. *$99.00. Zone B add $4.00.
via UPS to Canada.
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GLASER WHEEL HOE — FLAME WEEDER Flame Weeder
Glaser Wheel Hoe
Fastest Precision Cultivation
E
B F G
C
A 9758 RED DRAGON
BACKPACK FLAME WEEDER: M
Perfect for creating stale planting beds
and spot weed control without herbi-
cides. Comes with everything you need
except the propane. Includes a 400,000
BTU torch, lightweight aluminum backpack
H frame with padded shoulder straps, a
D padded back strap, hip strap, and 3-gallon
fuel cylinder. Certified by AGA and CGA.
A 9090 GLASER WHEEL HOE: M E 9091 Weighs 22 lb. empty, 34 lb. full. Made in
Fast, accurate, quiet weed control DOUBLE-WHEEL CONVERSION KIT: USA. *$265.00. Zone B add $5.00.
between rows. Strong, lightweight, and Used with offset hoes to straddle crops
highly maneuverable for the fastest precision and cultivate on both sides in one pass. 9808 RED DRAGON BACKPACK
cultivation of vegetables and flowers - One of each Offset Hoe required for FLAME WEEDER WITHOUT TANK:
several times faster than a hand hoe. This operation. $159.00. Comes with everything you need
Swiss hoe is fitted with New England-made, except the propane. Includes a 400,000
oiled ashwood handles cut on a modified F 9086 5” Left Offset Blade $74.00. BTU torch, lightweight aluminum backpack
Planet Jr. pattern for a better handgrip and G 9085 5” Right Offset Blade $74.00. frame with padded shoulder straps, a
improved comfort. The basic unit includes padded back strap, and hip strap. Certified
a forged tool frame fitted with handles and H 9434 SEEDER CONVERSION KIT: by AGA and CGA. Weighs 22 lb. empty, 34
a pneumatic, rubber-tired wheel, all fully Complete kit for mounting directly lb. full. Made in USA. *$189.00. Zone B
adjustable for height, angle of handles, and onto Wheel Hoe. Includes one seeder, add $5.00.
attachments. Includes offset handle brackets a 16” tool bar, and mounting bracket.
for operation from the footpath and Additional parts available for expanding
standard 8” center-mount hoe. Many other up to 3 seeders on one Wheel Hoe for
tool attachments are available separately intensive salad planting. Seeder handle not
here and online. $349.00. included. $199.00.
9076 SQUEEZE VALVE WITH
9378 GLASER WHEEL HOE WITH 9434.400 DUAL-USE SHORT/LONG ADJUSTABLE PILOT:
12" OSCILLATING HOE: Covers more MOUNTING BRACKET: Maximizes efficiency and helps
ground in less time. Same as above with Two working configurations. Can be prevent tank freeze-ups. Conserve
larger, 12”, center-mounted hoe. $399.00. mounted in short or long configuration fuel between flaming operations without
allowing up to 4 seeders to be staggered having to re-light torch. $59.00.
B 9087 5” Center Mount Hoe $74.00. on tool bar for optimum spacing.
9022 10” Center Mount Hoe $89.00. $24.95. 7135 PROPANE CYLINDER:
9161 12” Center Mount Hoe $139.00. Spare or replacement tank for the
9084 5” Replacement Blade $19.50. 7241 THE MARKET GARDENER Red Dragon Backpack
9082 8” Replacement Blade $22.60. Flame Weeder. 10 lb. vapor
9042 10” Replacement Blade $27.95. withdrawal cylinder is OPD
9081 12” Replacement Blade $33.50. equipped (prevents cylinder
from being filled over 80%
C 9073 3-TINE CULTIVATOR to provide space for vapor-
ATTACHMENT: Great for loosening and ization) and meets all safety
aerating soil without bringing many weed standards. Holds 2.4 gal. of
seeds to the surface. Breaks crust quickly. propane when full. 17.4”
Inspired by the French intensive tradition
$99.00. high x 8.9” diam. Durable
of maraîchage and Eliot Coleman,
powder coat finish. Ships
Jean-Martin shows how to start a market
D 9072 HILLER ATTACHMENT: empty. $119.00.
garden and make it both very produc-
V-plow for creating deep furrows for
planting and can also be used to hill carrots,
tive and profitable. Paperback. 224 pp. *Additional Shipping Charges Apply
$24.95 See page 156A for your zone.
leeks, bunching onions, and others. $99.00.
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9425 ACCUGROW® SOIL TEST KIT: 9222 LAMOTTE'S GARDENER'S SOIL
Your most important gardening tool. TEST KIT:
Testing is the only way to determine which Refillable kit. Supplies for 30 pH, 15
nutrients need to be added to your garden nitrogen, 20 phosphorus, and 15 potassium
for maximum growth. This test is easy to tests. Soil Test Kit has a 12- to 36-month
7010 WIRELESS TEMP & HUMIDITY perform, reliable, and economical. 10 tests shelf life, depending on test solution. Refills
STATION: Remote monitoring each for pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and are available directly from LaMotte. Includes
helps you manage season extension, potassium. User-friendly instruction booklet test tubes, solutions, and color charts, plus
hoophouse ventilation, and cold gives practical suggestions for correcting two informative booklets on test interpreta-
storage. Displays indoor temp. & humidity nutrient problems. $34.50. tion. Durable plastic case. $69.00.
levels of up to three remote locations such
as your seedling house, winter greens
production, germination chamber, and cold
storage areas for winter vegetables. Also
allows you to manage ventilation needs
of hoophouses in the warmer months.
Includes receiver/LCD display unit and one
wireless outdoor temp. & humidity sensor
with 330-ft range. 24-month operation
with four “AA” batteries (not included).
One or two more sensors may be added
(sold separately). $33.50.
9215 SHOCK-
PROOF RAIN GAUGE: B
A tough, inexpensive rain 9646 DIRECT READING SOIL TESTER:
gauge. Provides valuable Quick, in-soil readings of pH (3.5-8.0)
weather information, placed and moisture (0-100%). Works by using HANNA PH METER:
conveniently outside your the electronic ground field effect of the Quick and accurate measuring of this
window or in several field earth and two dissimilar metals. To operate, key parameter. Proper soil pH is critical
locations for more specific clean electrodes and place meter into soil. A for optimal nutrient absorption by your
monitoring. Clear acrylic, pH reading is automatically displayed. Press crops. This meter gives +0.1 pH accuracy
accurate to 1/10” rainfall or the green button and moisture reading is while measuring the pH of soil samples,
sprinkler coverage. Capacity displayed. Clean electrodes before each amendments, and irrigation water. Easy to
51/2”. Includes a stake and use. No batteries required. Never needs use. Replaceable electrode. Also measures
screws for in-ground or post calibrating. Completely portable, ruggedly temperature with +/- 1°F (+/- 0.5°C)
mounting. Do not leave constructed to give multiple years of service, accuracy. For storage and calibration, 7.01
outside in freezing operates without a power source, and not buffer solution is required. For greatest
weather. $6.25. overly sensitive to temperature variances. accuracy, also get the 4.01 buffer solution.
6.5” long and weighs just 8 oz. One-year 9140 pH Meter $119.00.
9069 SOIL THERMOMETER: limited warranty. $129.00. 9128 4.01 pH Buffer Solution $8.95.
Quick response of a bimetal 9144 7.01 Buffer Solution $8.95.
thermometer with calibratable G rower ' s T ip
accuracy. Carry this thermometer Great soil grows great plants with increased vigor and pest tolerance, not to mention
in its pocket clip and pull it out maximized yields. In general, the broadest amount of nutrients is most available for plant
for quick soil temperature checks use at pH 6.5—a perfect soil-pH target for the vegetable garden. There are, of course,
in the garden or greenhouse. The exceptions to this rule, both inside and outside the vegetable garden.
clip doubles as a wrench that For example, blueberries and evergreens use a copious
can be used to calibrate the amount of iron, primarily available at more acidic pH
thermometer to improve its values (generally 5.5 and below).
accuracy. Reads from 0°F to SOURCE: www.hobbyfarms.com
220°F. $12.50.
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WATERING SUPPLIES
Watering and Irrigation Supplies
Drip Irrigation
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INSECTICIDES Insecticides
Cucumber Beetle Hornworm Spotted Wing
Drosophila
Aphids
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Powerful weapon against Colorado Organic control of aphids, whiteflies,
Potato Beetles. The active ingredient, and spider mites. Clear, soap-like liquid AZAGUARD®:
Spinosad, is very effective, and when used composed of fatty acid salts, with no Broad spectrum insecticidal
alternately with a B.t.-based insecticide, petroleum additives. Leaves a pleasant control on over 300 insect
helps prevent the creation of resistant saddle soap scent. 16 oz. bottle makes 6 species. 3% Azadirachtin formu-
insect strains. Labeled for residential use. gal. of spray. Cannot be shipped to AK, lation derived from Neem Oil.
Can only ship within continental U.S. HI, Canada, or outside the U.S. Ground Reduces many different insect
9107 16 Oz. $18.95. shipments only. 16 Oz. $13.95. infestations, including aphids.
9481 Qt. $27.95. For greenhouse or field use.
9484 Gal. $79.00. Earwig May be applied with sprayers
and foggers. Cannot ship to CA,
Puerto Rico, Canada, or outside the U.S.
Leafhoppers 9239 Qt. $139.00.
7037 RTU. Includes spray bottle and
ampoules to make three 32-oz. applications
(96 oz. total). $16.95.
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powdery mildew. A unique concentrate dehydration within 48 hrs. Insects cannot
of pre-emulsified, highly refined, high develop a resistance to it since there are no SLUGGO®:
paraffinic, low aromatic oil that suffo- chemicals. Cannot be shipped to Canada Kills snails and slugs organically, while
cates eggs, larvae, nymphs, and adults of or outside the U.S. 4 Lb. $12.85. fertilizing your soil. A blend of mollusk
soft bodied insects and mites. Excellent bait and iron phosphate that breaks down
compatibility with pesticides labeled for into fertilizer. Ingestion causes feeding to
Japanese Beetle
use with oil. Does not require rigorous cease for immediate plant protection, and
agitation to stay suspended. Cannot be death within 3-6 days. Granular. Covers
shipped to AK, NV, Canada, or outside the 1,000 sq.ft./lb. Non-toxic to children, pets,
U.S. Shipped directly from supplier. Please or wildlife. Please allow 5-7 business days
allow 5-7 business days for delivery. for delivery. Cannot ship to Canada.
*2.5 Gal. $64.95. Zone B add $9.00. 9003 2.5 Lb. $19.95.
9184 10 Lb. $62.50.
*Additional Shipping Charges Apply *9208 40 Lb. $188.00. Zone A add
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See page 156A to determine your zone. $4.00. Zone B add $23.00.
9045 MYCOTROL® O:
Spotted Wing Drosophila Photo Courtesy: Beverly Contact insecticide absorbed through the pest’s cuticle (skin). Containing Beauveria
Gerdeman, Washington State University Mount Vernon bassiana strain GHA, a fungus commonly found in soil. It controls the nymphal and larval stages
Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center of a wide variety of soft-bodied insects in greenhouse, field, and nursery crops. Typical usage
Earwig Photo Courtesy: David Cappaert, Michigan State rate: 1/2-2 qt. /100 gal. of water. Cannot be shipped to Canada or outside the U.S. Qt. $109.00.
University, Bugwood.org
Tomato Powdery
Mildew
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PEST AND DISEASE CHARTS, HERBICIDES, LURES AND TRAPS
Insecticides
Tomato Hornworms
Tomato Fruitworms
P=Preferred by
Asparagus Beetles
Cucumber Beetles
Cabbage Loopers
Japanese Beetles
Corn Earworms
Cabbageworm
Squash Bugs
Army Worms
Flea Beetles
Leafhoppers
Corn Borers
Mealy Bugs
White Flies
Stink Bugs
Cutworms
Aphids
Thrips
Insect graphics courtesy of:
Mites
Texas AgriLife Extension Service
Azaguard® JY l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l
Dipel® DF JY l P P P P P
Entrust® SC JYZ l l l l P l P l l
Monterey Garden Insect Spray JY l l l l l l l l l
Mycotrol® O JY l l l l l l l l l l l l l l
Pyganic® JYZ l l l l l l l l l P P l l l P l P P P l l
Safer® Diatomaceous Earth JY l
Safer® Insect Soap JY P l l l l l l l l l P P l P
Sluggo® JY P
Suffoil-X® JY l l l l l l
The “Organic” symbol J identifies products that are certified to meet NOP rules If crops are replanted year after year in the same
according to a third party authority such as OMRI, WSDA, and/or a local authority such location, pests and diseases will tend to build up a
as MOFGA or NOFA. tolerance to the controls used to keep them at bay.
The “OMRI” symbol Y identifies products that are listed on the Organic Material Crop rotation is a great way to prevent build-up of
Review Institute’s directory of products “for use in certified organic production”. pathogens in the soil that are specific to that type of
The “WSDA” symbol Z identifies products that have been listed by the Washington crop. It is also a good way to minimize populations of
State Department of Agriculture “for use in certified organic production”. overwintering crop-specific pests.
Alternaria/Early Blight
Powdery Mildew
Downy Mildew
Fungicides
Anthracnose
Rhizoctonia
Salmonella
Black Spot
Late Blight
Sclerotinia
Leaf Spot
Black Rot
Fusarium
Staph
Algae
Scab
Rust
we like to rotate to prevent tolerance buildup.
Actinovate® JY P P l P P l l l l l l
Champ® WG Copper Fungicide JYZ l P P l l l P l l l l
GreenCure® or Milstop® JY P P l P l l l l l l
Liquid Copper Fungicide l l l l l l l l l l l l
Mildew Cure® JYZ P
Oxidate® J Y l P P P l l P l l P l l l
& Garden JY
Rootshield® Home l l l
Regalia® JY l l l l l l l l l l l l
Sanidate® JY l l
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REPELLENTS
Repellents
Insect Repellents Animal Repellents
PLANTSKYDD® REPELLENT: J Y 9695 PLANTSKYDD®
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9365 HOT PEPPER WAX™:
Protects plants from pests by repelling Repels deer, rabbits, and elk. The active REPELLENT GRANULAR:
them, promoting healthier growing ingredient in this OMRI-listed repellent is Granular formu-
conditions and greater marketable dried blood. Mix it with water and apply lation for rabbits
yield. Capsaicin, an extract directly to your crop or and other small
from cayenne pepper, is the to surrounding plants as problematic critters.
active ingredient in a base of a barrier. Will not wash The active ingredient
dilute, highly refined paraffin off during a rain storm in this OMRI-listed
wax and other “food-grade” and remains effective repellent is dried
ingredients. Repels aphids, for four to six months. blood. No odor.
mites, thrips, whiteflies, Always treat new 100% safe: organic,
leaf hoppers, and others on growth. 1 lb. treats 200 nontoxic, and biode-
vegetable, fruit, and flower to 400 plants 1’ high. gradable. Not harmful
crops. Apply until foliage Cannot ship to Canada, to animals or the envi-
is wet or a max. of 3 gal. or outside the U.S. ronment. Treats up to 600 sq.ft./lb.
mixed solution/1,000 sq.ft. 9449 1 Lb. $27.95. Cannot ship to Canada or outside the U.S.
Cannot ship to AL, AK, AZ, AR, HI, ID, LA, 9428 2.2 Lb. $44.95. 3 Lb. Granular $24.95.
MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, RI, SD, TX, 9007 22-Lb. Bulk for Acreage. $349.95.
UT, WV, WY, Canada, or outside the U.S.
Gal. $49.95. 4 or more Gal. @ $44.90 ea.
NEW
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need wire supports. Ideally suited as crop 3-Pack (One each: yellow, white, and
9661 SURROUND® WP: protection over a wide range of fruits and black) $32.00.
Protects plants from pests by repelling vegetables in the field. Tight, 0.4” x 0.5”,
them. A special formulation of Kaolin mesh measures 13’ x 820’. $349.00.
clay that forms an effective film barrier,
protecting plants from pests by repelling
them, causing irritation and confusion,
and preventing feeding and egg-laying.
Also protects against sun damage and
reduces heat stress, cooling plants by
10-15°F. Typical application is by sprayer,
but whole trays of seedlings can be dipped
for early protection. To avoid post-har-
vest washing, applications should be
made early-season only. Residue may be
minimized if applications to smooth-skin
crops cease when fruit is approximately 1/4
of its expected size. If applied after fruit
set, a non-toxic white film may be present
at harvest, reducing marketability, but can 9473 BIRD NETTING: It doesn’t
be easily wiped or brushed and washed always have to go to the birds! This
off with water. Highly recommended for lightweight plastic net is designed to 9401 BIRD SCARE FLASH TAPE:
cucumbers, squash, and tomatoes, most protect strawberries, blueberries, and Used on our Albion research farm for
fruit trees, and grapes. Use 1/4-1/2 lb./gal. fruiting trees from marauding birds years. Silver and red metalized tape. 290’
of water; 25-50 lb./100 gal./acre. Cannot without bending branches or damaging roll, available singly and in packs of 5.
ship to Canada or outside the U.S. fruit. UV stabilized, reusable and recyclable. $7.15. 5 rolls or more @ $6.25 ea.
*25 Lb. $59.00. Zone B add $5.00. The 3/4” x 3/4” mesh size unwraps to 14’
*Additional Shipping Charges Apply x 30’. To use, cover crop and anchor with
See page 156A for your zone. fabric staples (#9859). $25.75.
Composting
20" Probe
36"
Probe
9759 COMPOST AERATOR: Breathe
COMPOST THERMOMETERS: new life into your compost pile. Two
Ergonomic temperature reading of sets of wings fold back when plunged in,
compost pile or soil. Industrial quality, then open as the tool is withdrawn, bringing
bimetal types with 20” or 36” probes. compost to the top of the pile, aerating
Stainless steel construction. 0° - 200°F range. for optimum conditions and faster results.
9864 20” probe $32.45. Powder-coated 1” steel tube construction
9895 36” probe $114.00. makes it lightweight yet extremely durable.
36” long. *$24.95. Zone B add $10.00.
9238 PROBE HANDLE: 9652
Attachment allows 9117 MOISTURE METER: TRAP WIRE COMPOST BIN: AB
insertion into the pile Quickly displays moisture Light weight, very long lasting, and
without pushing directly content of your compost pile almost invisible. Made from vinyl-cov-
on the head. Compatible or soil. 17” stem senses only at ered, 11/2” long-lasting steel lobster trap
with 36” thermometer the tip. Calibrated by inserting the wire mesh. 36” tall x 41” square. The door
only. $29.95. tip into an ideal sample of compost is held closed with releasable ty-wraps. 35
or soil and adjusting needle to 5, cu.ft. capacity. $132.00.
9356 COMPOST ACCELERATOR on a 0 to 10 scale. Subsequent
POWDER: measurements are 9659
Speeds the breakdown of organic relative to your ideal TRAP WIRE ADD-ON BIN: AB
material in your compost moisture content. Adds an additional 35 cu.ft. to your
pile. High concentrations Sensitive to changing existing bin. Any number can be added
of selected strains of salt content and to allow cycling compost in varying stages
enzyme-producing bacteria can be used to track of decomposition successively from bin to
aid decomposition. Sprinkle leachate. One AA bin. Combine two of these to create Eliot
dry or dissolve in water. battery included. Coleman’s ‘hexagonal heap’. $109.00.
2 Lb. $21.50. $32.45.
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GREENS HARVESTERS — SALAD SPINNERS
Salad Spinners
Quick Cut Greens Harvester D
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cuts through produce and holds an edge. ably fit your hand and are quickly putting a fresh, ultra-sharp edge
Molded, nonslip plastic handle. Excellent light and easy to control on Johnny’s Greens Harvesters without
for cutting salad mix. while honing your fine deforming the scalloped serrated blades.
$16.75. 12 or more @ $14.60 ea. cutting tools such as Includes sharpener, 40° kitchen knife guide,
knives, pruners, scissors, 50° outdoor knife guide with serrated knife
G 9098 SERRATED GREENS KNIFE: etc. Use the coarse hone guide and scissor guide, two coarse-, two
Unique narrow serrations for parsley, for fast removal of steel. medium-, and two fine-grit belts, instruc-
greens, lettuce mixes, and berries. Use the fine hone to create tional DVD, and user’s guide. $89.00.
High quality stainless steel blade. Nonslip a very sharp and long-
molded plastic handle. lasting edge. 7225 WORK SHARP REPLACEMENT
6” Blade $10.40. 9616 Fine $12.95. BELT ASSORTMENT: Includes two
12 or more @ $8.85 ea. 9623 Coarse $12.95. coarse-, two medium-, and two fine-grit
belts. $9.95.
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SEED STARTING SUPPLIES
Seed Starting Supplies
JSS seed starting products follow industry 1020 standard (actual footprint 11” x 21”).
NEW
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BIODEGRADABLE POTS — LABELING SUPPLIES
Biodegradable Pots Labeling Supplies
FERTIL POTS: JY
Simplifies transplanting and
promotes successful early growth.
Organic containers that can be planted
right into the field or garden, eliminating
root shock. Made of 80% wood fiber,
20% peat, and nothing else. OMRI-listed
biodegradable containers offered in
quantities that will fill five growing trays
and also by the case. A size to fit almost
any application.
Instead of circling the pot, roots grow to the edge of the block, concen-
Stand-Up Soil Block Makers trating their root mass in the center. When transplanted, there is no root
Easy on the back and efficient to use. Rugged, shock and seedlings become quickly established in their new environment.
zinc-plated steel construction. Experienced
growers can make and plant up to 2,500
blocks per hour.
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Hand-Held Soil Block Makers
Make your own seed-starting blocks. Wet soil
mix such as Johnny’s 512, push block maker
down, turn back and forth, and lift. Set filled
block maker into a tray and release. Each has F
standard dibbles that make small depressions E G
in the tops of soil blocks for seeds. D
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GROWING MIXES — GROW LIGHTS AND CARTS
Grow Lights and Carts
Soilless Growing
Mixes NEW
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GERMINATION MIX: BJ
Finely screened growing medium for
optimum germination conditions.
Based on our popular 512 mix, with the
addition of extra perlite and sphagnum peat
moss for a lighter-weight soil. Excellent for
small-seeded crops and seeds that prefer
fewer nutrients for germination. Screened
to 1/4”. NOTE: Cannot ship to HI or Canada. 8-Tray Compact Seedling Light Cart 16-Tray Full-Size Seedling Light Cart
*20-Quart $14.95. Zone B add $6.00.
SEEDLING LIGHT CARTS: Start your seeds indoors or quickly expand your
available seed starting space. 11/4” welded aluminum construction. Independently
adjustable shelves, equipped with hard plastic, leakproof 11”W x 22”L x 21/2”D trays (two
per shelf for the compact models, four per shelf for the full-size models) to cradle indi-
vidual 1020 seedling trays, soil blocks, pots, or containers and also allow bottom watering.
Choice of standard T12 or energy-efficient T8 Gro-Lux wide-spectrum fluorescent fixtures.
36” 120V power cords with inline switches. Integrated slide systems with thumb screws to
adjust fixtures vertically. 3” swivel casters. Compact: 74”H x 27”W x 23”D overall. Full size:
74”H x 53”W x 23”D overall. Please allow 10-15 business days for delivery.
JOHNNY'S 512 MIX: BJ
Our custom-designed, seed-starting Lamps Total
Part# Trays Shelves Fixtures Watts Price Zone A Zone B
mix. Excellent for soil blocks. Made from a Each
1/2” screen blend of sphagnum (brown) and
*7296 6 3 3 (2) T12 120 $445.00 Add $37.00 Add $65.00
Compact
REDI-HEAT™ HEAVY-DUTY
PROPAGATION HEAT MATS:
Increase growth and reduce produc-
tion time by maintaining proper root
zone temperature. These heavy duty
professional mats provide even, constant
heat directly to the root zone. A range
of sizes designed for use on greenhouse
benches or any flat surface. Ideal for
use with flats and pots. Excellent for
plant propagation or growing, they will
heat up to 120°F and will not trip GFCI
protected outlets. Completely waterproof
and manufactured from thick, flexible,
rubberized PVC for better heat retention.
Each includes 5’ long, fully-grounded 120
volt AC power cord. Shipped directly from
vendor. Allow up to 15 days for delivery.
Thermostat required for use (see below).
7165 12” x 5’ $92.00.
7166 12” x 10’ $147.40.
7167 12” x 20’ $245.00.
7168 21” x 5’ $133.00. 7171 FOUR OUTLET DIGITAL THERMOSTAT:
7169 21” x 10’ $220.00. Precise temperature control of up to four heat
mats at once. Four 120 Volts AC grounded outlets.
7170 DUAL OUTLET DIAL THERMOSTAT: Digitally adjustable from 40°F to 99°F with +/-1°F
Precise temperature control of one or accuracy. Single red LED indicates when heat mats are on.
two heat mats. Two 120 Volts AC grounded 1” long temperature sensor with 52” cable. 9’ grounded
outlets. Adjustable from 40°F to 100°F with 120 volt AC power cord. 2,400 watts max. $139.00.
+/-3°F accuracy. 3.75” sensor with 6’ cable.
6’ grounded, 120 volt AC power cord. 1,800 G rower ' s T ip
watts max. $97.00.
Johnny’s Micro Greens trial results suggest that,
although not required, germination percentage tends to
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increase and is quicker with a little extra warmth. Either
Conveniently positions thermostat above plant
locate flats in a warm section of the greenhouse or use
material on your seedling bench. Compatible
heat mats for Basil, Orach, Sorrel, and Magenta Spreen.
with either thermostat above. $14.15.
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INDEX
VEGETABLES Borage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Larkspur. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Artichoke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Calendula (see flowers) Lisianthus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Asparagus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Catmint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Marigold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Beans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 Catnip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Matricaria (Feverfew). . . . . . . . . . . 171
Beets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Chamomile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Monarda (Bee Balm). . . . . . . . . . . 171
Broccoli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 Chervil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Nasturtium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Broccolli, Mini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Chinese Leeks/Garlic Chives . . . . 146 Nigella. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Brussels Sprouts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Chives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Orlaya . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Burdock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Cilantro/Coriander. . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Phlox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Cabbage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19 Cumin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Rudbeckia (Black-Eyed Susan). . . 174
Cabbage, Chinese. . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cutting Celery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Salvia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Cardoon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Dandelion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Scabiosa (Pincushion Flower). . . . 175
Carrots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23 Dill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Scarlet Runner Bean. . . . . . . . . . . 175
Cauliflower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Echinacea (see flowers) Snapdragon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Celery and Celeriac. . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Epazote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Statice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Chicory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-28 Fennel, Leaf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Stock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Collards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Ginseng. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Strawflower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Corn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-33 Goldenseal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Sunflowers, Dwarf. . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Cucumbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-37 Hyssop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Sunflowers, Perennial. . . . . . . . . . 182
Eggplant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-40 Lavender. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Sunflowers, Tall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178-181
Endive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Lemon Balm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Sweet Pea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Escarole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Lemon Grass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Tithonia (Mexican Sunflower) . . . . 184
Fennel, Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Lemon Verbena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Verbena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Flower Sprouts® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Lovage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Viola (Pansy). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Gourds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Marjoram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 151 Yarrow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Greens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-57 Mexican Mint Marigold. . . . . . . . . 150 Zinnia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185-187
Greens Salad Mixes . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49 Mint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 151
Horseradish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Mountain Mint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 FARM SEED
Italian Dandelion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Oregano. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 151 Forage Crops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Jerusalem Artichoke . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Papalo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Grains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191-192
Kale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-59 Parsley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Green Manures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Kalettes™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Plugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138-139 Legumes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192-193
Kohlrabi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Pyrethrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Leeks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61 Rosemary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 153 TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Lettuce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-75 Sage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 153 Broadforks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Lettuce Salad Mixes . . . . . . . . . . . 64-65 Salad Burnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Biodegradable Pots. . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Melons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-78 Saltwort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Bioset Germinator. . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Micro Greens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-45 Savory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Composting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Okra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Seed Disks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Crop Supports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Onions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-83 Shiso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Cut-Flower Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . 163, 182
Parsnip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Stevia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Fertilizers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Peas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84-85 Tarragon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Flame Weeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Peppers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86-93 Thyme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139, 155 Fungicides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Potatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-95 Valerian. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Garden Carts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Pumpkins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96-102 Grafting Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Radicchio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 FLOWERS Hand Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208-209
Radishes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104-105 Ageratum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Harvesting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220-221
Root Crops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106-107 Agrostemma (Corn Cockle). . . . . . 158 Herbicides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Root Parsley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Alyssum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Inoculants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 85, 189
Rutabaga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Amaranthus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Insecticides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Scorzonera and Salsify. . . . . . . . . 107 Ammi (False Queen Anne’s Lace).159 Insect Netting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Shallots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Artemisia (Sweet Annie) . . . . . . . . 159 Labeling Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Shoots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Asclepias (Butterfly Weed) . . . . . . 159 Light Carts/Grow Lights. . . . . . . . . 226
Spinach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108-109 Aster, China. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Lure and Traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Sprouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-47 Basil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Mulches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Squash, Summer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-112 Bells of Ireland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Planting/Transplanting Tools. . . . . 205
Squash, Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112-117 Bupleurum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Quick Hoops™ Benders . . . . . . . . 194-196
Sweet Potatoes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Calendula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Repellents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Swiss Chard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118-119 Celosia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162-163 Row Covers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200-201
Tomatoes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120-133 Centaurea (Bachelor’s Button) . . . 163 Salad Spinners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Tomato Plants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Cerinthe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Seed Starting Supplies . . . . . . . . . 222-224
Turnips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Collections and Mixes. . . . . . . . . . 188 Seeders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-207
Watermelons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134-135 Cosmos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Seedbed Roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Craspedia (Drumstick Flower). . . . 164 Shade Cloth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
FRUITS Cut Flower Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . 163, 182 Sharpeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Blackberries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Cynoglossum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Soil Block Maker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Blueberries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Delphinium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Soilless Growing Mixes. . . . . . . . . 226
Raspberries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Dianthus (Sweet William) . . . . . . . 165 Sprayers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Rhubarb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136-137 Digitalis (Foxglove) . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Test Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Strawberries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Echinacea (Coneflower) . . . . . . . . 166 Tilther. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Strawberry Plugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Eryngium (Sea Holly). . . . . . . . . . 166 Transplanters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Eucalyptus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Trellis and Netting. . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
HERBS Euphorbia (Snow-On-The-Mountain). 166 Tubtrugs® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Angelica. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Gomphrena (Globe Amaranth) . . . 167 Watering and Irrigation . . . . . . . . . 212-213
Anise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Grasses, Ornamental . . . . . . . . . . 168-169 Weather Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Anise Hyssop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Gypsophila (Baby’s Breath). . . . . . 167 Wheel Hoe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Basil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-143 Hyacinth Bean. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Bee Balm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Kale, Ornamental. . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
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