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Mustard: Black (Heirloom) (Brassica Nigra)

$0.25 - $5.60

Brassica Nigra is a culinary herb that produces sunny 4 petaled flowers that bare black seeds annually which are cultivated and ground to spice the condiment we know as mustard, as well as many other things. Black Mustard grows between the height of 24-72” and also produces wrinkly dark green leaves which are also edible when cooked or steamed.

Pepper, Hot: Greek Pepperoncini (Organic) (Capsicum annuum)

$1.00 - $5.60

Greek Pepperoncini is an annual heirloom hot pepper variety from Greece which offers a sweet taste that is accompanied with mild heat. This plant matures in 60-65 days, grows to the height of 30”, and produces countless golden yellow, crispy peppers that are 4” long and 1” thick. This variety is excellent for pickling, salsas, salads, and even fresh!

Gourd: Speckled Swan (Heirloom) (Cucurbita pepo)

$1.00 - $5.60

Speckled Swan is an annual variety that grows to the height of 12-16”, 18-24" in diameter, and produces beautiful green, with yellowish white, curvy, swan shaped gourds within 120 days. These gourds remain hard upon drying making them perfect for child’s crafts, bottles, pen holders, fishing floats, musical instruments, and much more! Above all that, they add interest to any garden and are super fun to grow!

Melon, Watermelon: Orangeglo (Heirloom) (Citrullus lanatus)

$1.00 - $5.60

Orangeglo watermelon is a unique melon variety that offers its growers a change from the classic red flesh that we are all familiar with, to a beautiful yellowish orange. This plant grows to the height of 8-10” and produces multiple 8-10’ vines that each bare 2-3 melons that weight 20-30 lbs. each. Each melon has a light green surface that is dazzled with dark green stripes.

Ground Cherry: Aunt Molly's (Heirloom) (Physalis grisea)

$1.00 - $5.60

Aunt Molly’s Ground Cherry is a Polish heirloom that is also known as Strawberry Tomato, Cape Gooseberry, and Husk Cherry. It reaches the height of about 18” and bares 1/2-3/4” pineapple yellow fruit that are encased in husks that keep on coming from July until the first frost. This plant also drops its fruit to the ground as soon as they mature making it a very easy plant to work with. More amazing, the fruits will store for up to 3 months as long as they are kept in their husk.

Tomato: Indigo Apple (Hybrid) (Solanum lycopersicum)

$1.00 - $5.60

Apple Indigo tomato was bred by Brad Gates in Copemish, MI. who naturally crossed indigo rose with red cherry tomatoes. It is an early maturing, indeterminate, open pollinated, hybrid tomato variety that matures in 70 days. It produces clusters of 2-4 oz., shiny black to reddish purple, apple shaped tomatoes. This variety also has nice size foliage that prevents tomatoes from getting sun scald. It is definitely a great choice for home gardens and hydroponic gardening.

Gourd: Apple, Small (Heirloom) (Lagenaria siceraria)

$1.00 - $5.60

Apple Gourd is a vigorous vine producing annual plant that bares many 5-7 lbs, deep green with splotches of lighter green, apple shaped gourds. Upon drying, these gourds turn brown and are great for making birdhouses and other crafts.

Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides)

$6.00

Chinese Money Plant is an erect, succulent, evergreen perennial that is native to southern China. This hard to find, but easy to care for house plant can reach up to 12" tall and gets equally wide with 17" petioles that bare 4" round, dark and bright green, leaves. Since constant temperatures and high humidity have a positive effect on plant growth, this plant species is suitable for planting terrariums. We are currently selling 2" bare rooted plant of this variety.

Angelica (Angelica atropurpurea)

$0.50 - $5.60

Angelica is perennial native that stands 3-8' tall and is commonly found in woodlands and swampy areas near streams and rivers. It produces large, pale to dark purple hollow stems, with ¾-4½" long, medium to dark green sub leaflets. Being both edible and medicinal, this plant surely has a lot of offer any garden.

Catchfly: None So Pretty (Silene armeria)

$0.25 - $5.60

None So Pretty Catchfly, also known as Sweet William Silene, Sweet William Catchfly, andGarden Catchfly, is a cool weather annual/biennial that is native to Europe. It reaches the height of 12-16” and produces round clusters of 5 petaled flowers that range from rose-pink to magenta-pink. It attracts beneficial insects such as bee’s, butterflies, and hummingbirds while having no serious pests or disease problems. Try this beauty in your garden beds, containers, or hanging baskets!

Clarkia: Farewell to Spring (Clarkia amoena)

$0.25 - $5.60

Farewell to Spring is a cool weather annual that is also known as Satin Flower and Godetia in honor of botanist Charles. H. Godet. It produces a 12” plant with numerous red to pink four petal flowers that are beautifully blotched. Farewell to Spring definitely lives up to its name by blooming from late spring to mid-summer. Perfect for garden beds, borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens or containers.

Clover: Strawberry Palestine (Trifolium fragiferum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Strawberry Palestine Clover is an introduced species that is native to the Mediterranean, as well as parts of central Europe and Asia. Growing to 9-12”, this hardy groundcover tolerates flooding and is great for grazing! It’s botanical name “fragiferum” translates to “strawberry bearing” since both the mature flower look and spread very much like strawberries!

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Flower Seeds

Angelica (Angelica atropurpurea)

$0.50 - $5.60

Angelica is perennial native that stands 3-8' tall and is commonly found in woodlands and swampy areas near streams and rivers. It produces large, pale to dark purple hollow stems, with ¾-4½" long, medium to dark green sub leaflets. Being both edible and medicinal, this plant surely has a lot of offer any garden.

Aster: Powder Puff Mix (Callistephus chinensis)

$0.25 - $5.60

This fall-blooming beauty, though a member of the Aster family, more closely resembles the chrysanthemum; its unique characteristics have made it the only member of the Callistephus genus. As the name suggests, it originates in China. China Asters are widely grown throughout many countries for commercial use in the cut flower industry. The common name of “aster” comes from the ancient Greek, meaning “star” in reference to the flower’s brightness and shape.

Aster: Tall Pompon Blue Moon (Callistephus chinensis)

$0.50 - $5.60

This eye catching aster has a dark to light blue center and white outer rim pompoms that are 2 to 3 inches wide. It reaches the height of 20 inches tall and is used as a flower border throughout the summer. This aster is exceptional as a cut flower and has a long vase-life indoors.

Baby's Breath: Annual (Gypsophila elegans)

$0.25 - $5.60

This dainty flower has become well-known for its role in the florists’ industry as a filler in bouquets. Originally it grew as a wildflower across much of Europe and Asia, and was introduced to the States in the late 19th century as a popular addition to flower gardens. The genus name Gypsophila means “lover of chalk,” referring to the type of light, alkaline soil that this plant prefers.

Baby's Breath: Deep Carmine (Gypsophila elegans)

$0.50 - $5.60

This dainty flower has become well-known for its role in the florists’ industry as a filler in bouquets. Originally it grew as a wildflower across much of Europe and Asia, and was introduced to the States in the late 19th century as a popular addition to flower gardens. The genus name Gypsophila means “lover of chalk,” referring to the type of light, alkaline soil that this plant prefers.

Balsam: Camilia Flowered Mix (Impatiens balsamina)

$0.50 - $5.60

This old fashioned cousin of the garden impatiens originates in the southeastern regions of Asia. Its genus name Impatiens comes from its "impatient" habit of exploding its seeds from their pods at the slightest touch. Dr. John Kirk, chief medical officer and expert botanist on numerous exploratory journeys led by Dr. Livingston, introduced this plant to his homeland. Victorian gardeners often included it in their flowerbeds, but the appearance of more showy hybrid varieties soon overshadowed the modest beauty of this species.

Bee Plant: Rocky Mountain (Cleome serrulata)

$0.25 - $5.60

Rocky Mountain Bee Plant appears in the records of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, being discovered growing on the open prairie by Meriwether Lewis on August 25, 1804. Lewis entrusted his collection of flower species to botanist Frederick Traugott Pursh, who officially classified Cleome serrulata in 1817. In his diary, Lewis observes that the Native Americans would grind the seeds of this plant into flour, as well as boiling the rest of the plant for eating. This plant played an important part in the culture of many Native American tribes, being used for making dye for blankets and pottery as well as having numerous medicinal purposes.

Bergamot: Lemon (Monarda citriodora)

$0.25 - $5.60

With a delightful lemon scent and lavender flowers, this wildflower is a favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds. Stiff, square stems support the tubular and fragrant flowers, and all parts of the plant have a distinct lemony scent when crushed or bruised. Some Monarda species are commonly called bee-balm in reference to a prior use of the leaves as a salve for bee stings. Effective in hummingbird, butterfly, cottage and herb gardens, as well as in native plant areas and prairies. A lovely plant all around!

Bergamot: Wild (Monarda fistulosa)

$0.25 - $5.60

Butterfly attracting premier! Bursting with lavender heads of flowers, this popular perennial wildflower puts on a beautiful show! Medium to tall in height, this plant looks great planted en masse, or with other meadow dwellers. Its sweetly aromatic foliage makes it even more desirable. A classic!

Bird's Eye (Gilia tricolor)

$0.25 - $5.60

The Gilia genus contains mostly desert-loving plants, native to the area stretching from the western United States to South America. Spanish botanists Hipólito Ruiz and José Antonio Pavón found the first known Gilia species on their expedition to South America, later detailing it among other species in a 1794 publication of their research from Peru and Chile. They gave this family of flowers the name Gilia in honor of Filippo Luigi Gilii (1756-1821), an Italian naturalist whom they greatly admired for his research in South American native plant life at the Vatican Observatory.

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata)

$0.25 - $5.60

Meriwether Lewis collected the first specimen of this wildflower on July 7, 1806. His research of this and other native species was completed by botanist Frederick Traugott Pursch in 1813, who completed a catalogue of the species discovered on the famous expedition. The genus name "Gaillardia" honors an 18th century French botanist named Gaillard de Charentonneau. The common name Blanket Flower seems to come from the similarity of the brightly colored blossoms to Native American weaving.

Blazing Star: Marsh (Liatris spicata)

$0.25 - $5.60

This striking native wildflower is often cultivated for its amazing ability to attract butterflies and bees. Though the meaning of the Latin genus name Liatris is a mystery, the species name spicata means “spike.” This species is one of the many studied by the German botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow, who laid the foundations for the scientific study of plant distribution.

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Herb Seeds

Anise (Pimpinella anisum)

$0.25 - $5.60

One of the most ancient herbs, anise is native to Southern Europe and the Mediterranean. In ancient Palestine, anise was highly valued and used as a form of currency for payment of taxes. In the United States, anise has been grown since the fourteenth century. In England in 1305, anise was so popular as a spice or medicine that King Edward I put a tax on it to raise money to repair London Bridge. Anise seeds have a wide variety of medicinal uses and are rich in volatile oil, flavonoids and other important nutrients. The distinctive flavor of anise can be found in licorice as well as certain kinds of cookies, bread, sausage, and cheese; almost every culture has a special confection that contains this sweet herb.

Balm: Lemon (Melissa officinalis)

$0.25 - $5.60

Lemon balm was most likely introduced to Spain by the Moors in the 7th century; by the Middle Ages, it was common throughout Europe. Its Latin name, Melissa, means “bee” in Greek and refers to the plant's tendency to attract bees; first century Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder recommended that lemon balm be cultivated near bee hives to prevent the bees from straying. A member of the mint family, lemon balm dates back over 2,000 years for use as a medicinal herb primarily to treat stress and anxiety, insomnia, and indigestion. Eleventh century Persian physician and philosopher Avicenna wrote of the benefits of lemon balm in treating low spirits or melancholy. According to an old Arabian proverb, “Balm makes the heart merry and joyful.” According to historical record, both King Charles V of France and Emperor Charles V drank lemon balm beverages to improve their health; lemon balm was also one of the plants grown in Thomas Jefferson’s famous experimental garden. Today, herbal treatments containing lemon balm often include other calming herbs such as valerian, chamomile, and hops to encourage relaxation.

Basil: Cinnamon (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Cinnamon Basil is a Mexican cultivar with decorative, purple-flushed foliage, light pink flower spikes and a distinctive cinnamon-like aroma! Use fresh or dried leaves in your cooking! Popular for use in herbal tea and potpourri! Attractive foliage and blooms also make this a valuable ornamental addition to your herb garden! Full size plants range from 18-30" tall by 12-18" in width. Average water needs.

Basil: Clove Scented (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Native to India and ancient Persia, basil has a long history as one of the most revered of herbs. Ancient legends give basil a strong religious connection, stating that it possesses healing powers. In many cultures basil is a symbol of love, and given as a token of affection or engagement; other meanings include protection and truth. In Greek and Roman cultures, however, basil represented hate and misfortune; because of this, gardeners would often shout abuses at their plants to help them grow. It seems that no one could agree on the properties of basil, with divided opinions on whether it had medical benefits or whether it contained poison. Since English royalty preferred basil and used it for both culinary and cosmetic purposes, chefs sometimes call it "the king of herbs." In addition to being popular with the ruling class, basil was commonly used throughout England and loved for its scent; many people included it in their gardens, added it to their bouquets, and used it to freshen the air in their houses. Medicinally, oil of basil is often used in treatments as diverse as depression and anxiety, the common cold, a cough or sore throat, or insect bites and stings. Medicinal doses of basil are unsafe for pregnant women, though culinary use is fine.

Basil: Italian Large Leaf (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Chefs in the Neapolitan region of Italy regard this variety of sweet, Genovese-type basil as the essential type of basil for their traditional cuisine. Native to India and ancient Persia, basil has a long history as one of the most revered of herbs. Ancient legends give basil a strong religious connection, stating that it possesses healing powers. In many cultures basil is a symbol of love, and given as a token of affection or engagement; other meanings include protection and truth. In Greek and Roman cultures, however, basil represented hate and misfortune; because of this, gardeners would often shout abuses at their plants to help them grow. It seems that no one could agree on the properties of basil, with divided opinions on whether it had medical benefits or whether it contained poison. Since English royalty preferred basil and used it for both culinary and cosmetic purposes, chefs sometimes call it "the king of herbs." In addition to being popular with the ruling class, basil was commonly used throughout England and loved for its scent; many people included it in their gardens, added it to their bouquets, and used it to freshen the air in their houses. Medicinally, oil of basil is often used in treatments as diverse as depression and anxiety, the common cold, a cough or sore throat, or insect bites and stings. Medicinal doses of basil are unsafe for pregnant women, though culinary use is fine.

Basil: Lemon (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Lemon basil comes from a cross between African basil and common basil, and is widely grown in northeastern Africa and southern Asia. Popular for its strong lemon scent, lemon basil is often found in Lao, Persian, Arabian, Indonesian and Thai cuisine. Native to India and ancient Persia, basil has a long history as one of the most revered of herbs. Ancient legends give basil a strong religious connection, stating that it possesses healing powers. In many cultures basil is a symbol of love, and given as a token of affection or engagement; other meanings include protection and truth. In Greek and Roman cultures, however, basil represented hate and misfortune; because of this, gardeners would often shout abuses at their plants to help them grow. It seems that no one could agree on the properties of basil, with divided opinions on whether it had medical benefits or whether it contained poison. Since English royalty preferred basil and used it for both culinary and cosmetic purposes, chefs sometimes call it "the king of herbs." In addition to being popular with the ruling class, basil was commonly used throughout England and loved for its scent; many people included it in their gardens, added it to their bouquets, and used it to freshen the air in their houses. Medicinally, oil of basil is often used in treatments as diverse as depression and anxiety, the common cold, a cough or sore throat, or insect bites and stings. Medicinal doses of basil are unsafe for pregnant women, though culinary use is fine.

Basil: Lime (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Native to India and ancient Persia, basil has a long history as one of the most revered of herbs. Ancient legends give basil a strong religious connection, stating that it possesses healing powers. In many cultures basil is a symbol of love, and given as a token of affection or engagement; other meanings include protection and truth. In Greek and Roman cultures, however, basil represented hate and misfortune; because of this, gardeners would often shout abuses at their plants to help them grow. It seems that no one could agree on the properties of basil, with divided opinions on whether it had medical benefits or whether it contained poison. Since English royalty preferred basil and used it for both culinary and cosmetic purposes, chefs sometimes call it "the king of herbs." In addition to being popular with the ruling class, basil was commonly used throughout England and loved for its scent; many people included it in their gardens, added it to their bouquets, and used it to freshen the air in their houses. Medicinally, oil of basil is often used in treatments as diverse as depression and anxiety, the common cold, a cough or sore throat, or insect bites and stings. Medicinal doses of basil are unsafe for pregnant women, though culinary use is fine.

Basil: Purple Ruffles (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Ted Torrey, once the director of the Vegetable Research at the W. Atlee Burpee & Company, developed the Purple Ruffles variety of basil. This cross between Green Ruffles and Dark Opal varieties of basil was first released in 1984, and won the AAS Award in 1987.

Basil: Spicy Bush (Ocimum basilicum var. minimum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Definitely one of the best looking basils around, Spicy Bush Basil is a must have! It not only looks good being a petite ornamental bush with small ¾” shiny leaves, but it is also very aromatic and taste fantastic in salads, pesto and much more! This fine herb will grow practically anywhere from rock gardens, herb beds, to container gardening.

Basil: Sweet (Ocimum basilicum)

$0.25 - $5.60

Native to India and ancient Persia, basil has a long history as one of the most revered of herbs. Ancient legends give basil a strong religious connection, stating that it possesses healing powers. In many cultures basil is a symbol of love, and given as a token of affection or engagement; other meanings include protection and truth. In Greek and Roman cultures, however, basil represented hate and misfortune; because of this, gardeners would often shout abuses at their plants to help them grow. It seems that no one could agree on the properties of basil, with divided opinions on whether it had medical benefits or whether it contained poison. Since English royalty preferred basil and used it for both culinary and cosmetic purposes, chefs sometimes call it "the king of herbs." In addition to being popular with the ruling class, basil was commonly used throughout England and loved for its scent; many people included it in their gardens, added it to their bouquets, and used it to freshen the air in their houses. Medicinally, oil of basil is often used in treatments as diverse as depression and anxiety, the common cold, a cough or sore throat, or insect bites and stings. Medicinal doses of basil are unsafe for pregnant women, though culinary use is fine.

Bee Balm: Lemon (Monarda citriodora)

$0.25 - $5.60

With a delightful lemon scent and lavender flowers, this wildflower is a favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds. Stiff, square stems support the tubular and fragrant flowers, and all parts of the plant have a distinct lemony scent when crushed or bruised. Some Monarda species are commonly called bee-balm in reference to a prior use of the leaves as a salve for bee stings. Effective in hummingbird, butterfly, cottage and herb gardens, as well as in native plant areas and prairies. A lovely plant all around!

Borage: Blue (Borago officinalis)

$0.25 - $5.60

The borage herb is an old fashioned plant that can get up to 2 feet or more. It is native to the Middle East and has an ancient history in war as an enhancement for bravery and courage. Growing borage provides the gardener with cucumber-flavored leaves for tea and other beverages as well as bright starry blue flowers for decorating salads. All parts of the plant, except the roots, are flavorful and have culinary or medicinal uses.

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Vegetable Seeds

Amaranth: Love Lies Bleeding (Heirloom) (Amaranthus caudatus)

$0.25 - $5.60

As a decorative flower, Love-Lies-Bleeding grew in many Victorian English gardens; in the language of flowers, it represents hopeless love. In addition to producing lovely flowers, Love-Lies-Bleeding is a form of the grain-producing plant known as amaranth. A staple grain for the Aztecs and Incas, amaranth was referred to as the "golden grain of the gods" and used in religious rituals. The plant nearly died out when the Spanish Conquistadors declared their religious practices barbaric, and made growing amaranth a capital offense. Today, both the leaves and the seeds of amaranth are an important food source in many parts of the world. This unique grain provides an impressive amount of vitamins and minerals, as well as being very rich in protein.

Amaranth: Red Garnet (Heirloom) (Amaranthus tricolor)

$0.25 - $5.60

Amaranth had a sacred status in the ancient civilizations of the Aztecs and Incas, since the grain was used in various religious rituals. It remains a staple food in modern Mexico and some parts of Asia, being prepared in numerous dishes from sweet to savory. One traditional Mexican treat known as "alegria" is made with amaranth grain and honey or molasses. A super grain, amaranth can be used for gluten free flour; it also makes a complete protein when mixed with another grain. In addition, amaranth greens have a higher iron content than any other green vegetable except parsley, as well as containing many valuable vitamins and minerals.

Amaranth: Perfecta (Heirloom) (Amaranthus Tricolor 'Perfecta')

$0.25 - $5.60

This fast-growing, heat-loving plant originated in tropical Asia, where it is widely cultivated as a leaf vegetable. It bears large, elliptic or oval leaves on erect stems. The brightly hued new leaves fade gradually to medium green with deep maroon markings. This cultivar is spectacular from summer to frost. Insignificant clusters of green or reddish flowers appear at the stem tips and in the leaf axils in summer. Small capsules containing a single brown or black seed follow the flowers.

Artichoke: Green Globe (Heirloom) (Cynara scolymus)

$0.50 - $5.60

According to historians, this member of the thistle family originated in the Mediterranean region and was especially popular in Sicilian and North African cuisine. Eventually the artichoke migrated to Italy, and when the famous Italian Catherine de Medici moved to France in 1533 to be the queen of Henry II, she took her passion for artichokes with her. Her appetite for this vegetable scandalized the people of her day, as the artichoke was considered an aphrodisiac and only eaten by men. In time, artichokes became a culinary delight only afforded by the elite. The French brought this vegetable to Louisiana, while two Italian brothers introduced it to California. California still produces nearly all of the United States' supply of artichokes, with Castroville, CA being named as the Artichoke Capital of the World. Green Globe, first appearing in catalogs in 1863, is a favorite of commercial growers.

Asparagus: Mary Washington (Heirloom) (Asparagus officinalis)

$0.25 - $5.60

This member of the lily family originated in the Mediterranean countries; the ancient Greeks and Romans greatly favored it. According to legend, Julius Caesar required his asparagus to be served with melted butter. By the 16th century, the kings of England and France had claimed it as their special delicacy, causing the vegetable to be nicknamed the "food of kings." Louis XIV of France had his own supply growing year round in greenhouses, since he greatly enjoyed it. In the Renaissance, asparagus was considered an elegant vegetable and often found at the tables of the wealthy. Asparagus came to America with the colonists, and has since grown wild all over the United States.

Beans: Blue Lake Bush #274 (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)

$0.25 - $5.60

Named for the Blue Lake District near Ukiah, CA, where they first developed in 1961, these world famous beans set the standard for bush beans. The canning industry first widely used Blue Lake beans because of their excellence when canned, but they soon became known and loved all over the United States. Blue Lake beans stand on the top of the list of gourmet cooks and gardeners alike because of their unsurpassed flavor and high yield.

Beans: Contender Bush (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)

$0.25 - $5.60

First offered to gardeners in 1949, Contender comes from a high yielding, disease resistant strain. Originally, the common bean comes from South America; some historians fix the date as far back as 8,000 BC to the Pre-Incan civilization in Peru. When Columbus arrived in the New World, he found green beans growing with the maize of the Indians. Columbus and other European explorers introduced this new vegetable to their countries, where it eventually spread to the rest of Europe and all over the world.

Beans: Gold Rush Yellow Wax (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)

$0.25 - $5.60

The vegetable we now recognize as the common bean has its roots in South America; some historians fix the date as far back as 8,000 BC to the Pre-Incan civilization in Peru. When Columbus arrived in the New World, he found green beans growing with the maize of the Indians. Columbus and other European explorers introduced this new vegetable to their countries, where it eventually spread to the rest of Europe and all over the world.

Beans: Kentucky Wonder Pole (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)

$0.25 - $5.60

First appearing in the late 1800's, Kentucky Wonder Pole beans are descended from an old variety of pole bean called Texas Pole. When first introduced, Kentucky Wonder had the name of Old Homestead. In 1877, James J. H. Gregory & Sons made it available in their catalog. It immediately became widely popular for its flat, stringless pods that could be eaten fresh or dried for soup beans.

Beans: Lazy Housewife Pole (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)

$1.00 - $5.60

2015 Bean of the Year. Brought to America by German immigrants and first listed in W. Atlee Burpee’s 1888 catalog. These beans were so-named because they were the first beans to not require destringing! Originally cultivated in Central America, from Mexico to Peru, Bolivia and Argentina. The smaller beans are thought to have been cultivated in Mexico as long as 7,000 years ago, while the larger beans were cultivated in Peru starting 8,000 years ago. High in protein, easy to grow, dry and cook, they have sustained mankind for millennia.

Beans: Pinto (Heirloom) (Phaseolus vulgaris)

$0.25 - $5.60

The pinto bean has its roots in South America; some historians fix the date as far back as 8,000 BC to the Pre-Incan civilization in Peru. People from this time valued dry beans because of their long lasting freshness in storage. Pinto beans contain the highest amount of fiber of any bean, and are the top choice for Mexican dishes such as refried beans and chile con carne.

Beans: Red Yard Long (Heirloom ) (Vigna unguiculata sesquipedalis)

$1.00 - $5.60

The yard long bean, often known as the Chinese long bean, originates in southern Asia; Carl Linnaeus first noted its presence in the New World in 1763. Actually a member of the cowpea family, they closely resemble green beans with a slightly more intense flavor and denser texture. Yard long beans have been a popular ingredient in Asian stir fries and other vegetable dishes for centuries. These beans also have a loyal following in the Mediterranean region, being known in Napes as "faiolo e maccarone," or "beans and macaroni," because of their noodle-like appearance.

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