• The Tokyo Long White Bunching Onion – or Scallion – is an extremely tasty Japanese variety that grows well throughout the United States
  
  - One of our best sellers
  
  - Grows well in containers and small spaces
  
  - Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 75-80 days
  
  Onion Seeds | Onions are easy to grow, have a fairly short growing period and take up little space in the garden. Plant onions 1/4 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart in double rows, leaving 6 to 10 inches between rows.
  
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• The Hales Best Jumbo is a cantaloupe that yields large, oval, ribbed fruits weighing up to 5 to 6 pounds
  
  - Traditional favorite
  
  - Heavy netting and fine textured with a bright orange flesh
  
  - Holds a sweet flavor longer than most
  
  - Drought tolerant variety that thrives in warm temps
  
  - Excellent source of vitamin C.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85-100 days
  
  
• Melon Seeds | Because of the long growing season, start plants indoors 4 to 5 weeks before outdoor planting time. Direct sow 4-5 seeds in a hill and then thin to the appropriate spacing. 
  
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• Large, upright, full-bodied heads with dark-green, slightly savoyed leaves that are mild and sweet
  
  - Plant reaches about 10 inches tall. Midribs are crunchy and juicy
  
  - Because of their higher chlorophyll content, romaine lettuces are among the most nutritious of all lettuces
  
  - Excellent performer in the inter-mountain region. Mosaic tolerant
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 80 days
  
  
• Lettuce Seeds | Lettuce can be grown practically anywhere.  For leaf types seed should be sown thinly in rows 1 foot apart. For head, Bibb, and cos types, space rows 18 inches apart.
  
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• Iceberg lettuce is most often grown as a leaf vegetable
• Mild in flavor, it has been described over the centuries as a cooling counterbalance to other ingredients in a salad
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 45 days
  
  
• Lettuce Seeds | Lettuce can be grown practically anywhere.  For leaf types seed should be sown thinly in rows 1 foot apart. For head, Bibb, and cos types, space rows 18 inches apart.
  
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• A mixture of favorite lettuce seed varieties from across the spectrum of lettuce types
  
  - Plant heavy and start harvest early for young for baby greens then allow some to grow on for plenty of variety for salads
  
  - A great way to get a lot out of little space
  
  - Perfect for container gardening
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 35-70 days
  
  
• Lettuce Seeds | Lettuce can be grown practically anywhere.  For leaf types seed should be sown thinly in rows 1 foot apart. For head, Bibb, and cos types, space rows 18 inches apart.
  
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Grow your own Long Purple Italian eggplants with these premium seeds. This classic variety produces club-shaped fruits measuring 10" long by 2" in diameter, with each plant yielding four or more deep purple eggplants. Ready to harvest in just 75 days, these seeds are perfect for gardeners seeking reliable, high-yielding plants. Start seeds indoors 10 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant into rows spaced 3 feet apart with 2 feet between plants. Ideal for fresh cooking, grilling, or preserving. Visit our complete Eggplant grow guide for detailed planting and care instructions to ensure a bountiful harvest.

The Long Purple Italian eggplant is a time-honored garden staple prized for its consistent performance and abundant yields. This vigorous variety thrives in warm-season gardens, producing elongated, club-shaped fruits with glossy deep purple skin that reaches 10 inches in length. The tender flesh is ideal for traditional Italian dishes, stir-fries, and Mediterranean cuisine. Plants are prolific producers, delivering four or more fruits per plant throughout the growing season. With a 75-day maturity window, this variety offers a reliable harvest window for both experienced gardeners and beginners. The Long Purple Italian adapts well to various growing conditions and responds excellently to proper spacing and consistent watering. Its elegant appearance and superior flavor make it a favorite for home gardeners seeking authentic European eggplant varieties.

• All-time classic favorite eggplant.
• Produces club shaped fruits that are 10" long x  2" in diameter.
• Each plant will produce four or more fruits.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 75 days
  
  
• Eggplant Seeds | Start seed indoors to allow at least 10 weeks for young plants to develop. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 2 feet between plants.
  
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Black Beauty eggplants are prized for their deep purple, glossy skin and tender flesh that delivers rich, slightly sweet flavor. These vigorous plants produce abundantly throughout the growing season, yielding large, uniform fruits ideal for grilling, roasting, or traditional preparations. Known for reliable performance in most climates, Black Beauty thrives in warm soil and full sun. Expect mature fruits within 70-80 days of transplanting. Their classic appearance and consistent quality make them a favorite among home gardeners and culinary enthusiasts alike.

• Fruits are a deep-purple, egg-shaped globe about 6 by 5 inches
  
  - Flesh is smooth, creamy and pale yellow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 80 days
  
  
• Eggplant Seeds | Start seed indoors to allow at least 10 weeks for young plants to develop. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 2 feet between plants.
  
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• Marketmore cucumbers are a very popular and productive cucumber variety.
  
  - Fruits grow 8"-9" long and 2" across.
  
  - Smooth and dark green skin.
  
  - This is one of our best selling cucumber varieties.
  
  - Easy to grow.
  
  - Excellent flavor.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 55 days
  
  
• Cucumber Seeds | Grow cucumbers where a long, warm growing season, minimum 65 days, can be assured. Plant seeds where there is ample space and vines can sprawl, the simplest way is to plant cucumbers in hills.
  
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• This popular picking variety produces smooth, bright-green, 3" fruits with black spines
  
  - Extremely strong plant
  
  - Grows continually if kept picked
  
  - Excellent cucumber variety for any garden
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 50-55 days
  
  
• Cucumber Seeds | Grow cucumbers where a long, warm growing season, minimum 65 days, can be assured. Plant seeds where there is ample space and vines can sprawl, the simplest way is to plant cucumbers in hills.
  
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Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a versatile perennial allium that delivers delicate onion flavor to culinary applications. This hardy herb establishes quickly in garden beds or containers, preferring full sun and moderately fertile, well-draining soil. Chives produce attractive purple-pink flower clusters that bloom throughout spring and summer, offering ornamental appeal alongside culinary utility. Continuous harvesting encourages bushier growth and extends productivity across multiple seasons. The plant's shallow root system makes it an excellent companion in vegetable gardens, and its pungent foliage naturally repels certain garden pests. Exceptionally cold-hardy and drought-tolerant once established, chives require minimal maintenance while providing consistent harvests for soups, salads, and garnishes. An indispensable addition for any edible garden.

•  Also known as Allium Scoenoprasum.  A perennial plant that grows narrow, grass-like leaves that have a mild onion-like flavor
  
  - Chives are rich in vitamins A and C, contain trace amounts of sulfur, and are rich in calcium and iron
  
  - Used for many culinary creations 
  
  - Perfect for containers and small spaces
  
  - The plant will grow to about 12" tall
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 80 days
  
  
• Chives | Chives are grown best in cooler weather, are cold hardy and usually are planted early in the spring. Sow your chive seeds directly into the soil as soon as it is workable and at least 60 degrees F. 
  
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If you like Chives, try growing Scallions.

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Tall Utah celery thrives in garden beds and containers, rewarding growers with crisp, flavorful stalks perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or cooking. Plant seeds indoors 10 weeks before your last frost, then transplant into rows spaced 2 feet apart with 6–8 inches between plants. This variety develops strong roots and excellent heart formation, reaching full maturity in about 100 days. With consistent moisture and moderate care, you'll harvest tender 11–12 inch stalks that make a nutritious addition to any home garden, no matter the size.

• Recommended by USU. Produces strong and delicious 11" - 12" tall stalks of celery.
• Good heart development and strong roots.
• Excellent for juicing or blending into health drinks.
• Easy to grow.
• Definitely worth including in any sized garden.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 100 days

• Celery Seeds | Celery seed is usually started indoors about 10 weeks before it is time to set the plants outdoors. Plant in rows 2 feet apart; with 6 - 8 inches between plants.

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Carrot gets its characteristic and bright orange colour from β-carotene, which is metabolised into vitamin A in humans when bile salts are present in the intestines. Carrots are also rich in dietary fibre, antioxidants, and minerals.

• Copenhagen cabbages are a good early variety that produces uniform, globe-shaped 6" diameter heads that are firm and solid, weighing about 3 -4 lbs
  
  - The plant is compact and short-stemmed
  
  - Heads are a light green color
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  
• Cabbage Seeds | Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 12-16 inches between plants.
  
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Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

• This is the very popular Chinese non-heading Cabbage variety
  
  - Produces loose spoon shaped leaves with thick white ribs
  
  - Tender, crisp and mild
  
  - Cold resistant
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 45-50 days
  
  
• Cabbage Seeds | Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 12-16 inches between plants.
  
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Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

• This Golden Acre variety is recommended by USU.
  
  - A slow bolting, vigorous, early cabbage with 5 to 6 inch round head.
  
  - Mild flavor
  
  - Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  
• Cabbage Seeds | Cabbage is an annual cool-season crop, hardy to frost and light freezes. Plant in rows 2 1/2 feet apart, with 12-16 inches between plants.
  
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Did you know? Cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C! It also contains significant amounts of glutamine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cabbage can also be included in dieting programs, as it is a low calorie food.

Grow delicious Long Island Catskill Start seeds indoors in early May for transplanting in June or early July. Plant in rows 3 feet apart with 30 inches between plants. These sprouts thrive in cool weather and develop best with proper spacing. Stake plants as they grow top-heavy, especially in windy locations. Monitor for pests and diseases common to brassicas early in the season. Avoid planting within 10 feet of other brassica crops from the past 3-7 years to prevent soil-borne issues. Water consistently and harvest sprouts from the bottom up as they mature over 90-120 days. in your garden with these premium seeds.

This popular variety produces miniature cabbage-like heads packed with flavor and nutrition. These sprouts develop best in cool weather. Rich in calcium, iron, vitamins A and C, and sulforaphane—a compound with potential anti-cancer properties—these Brussels sprouts are as nutritious as they are tasty. Perfect for gardeners looking to add a classic, cold-season vegetable to their harvest.

• Brussels sprouts have shallow roots, so as they become top heavy, you may need to stake them, particularly if exposed to strong winds.
  
  
• As with other brassicas, Brussels Sprouts are susceptible to pests and diseases that must be kept under control early in the season. As with other brassicas, composting roots should be avoided.
  
  
• Brussels Sprouts should not be grown within a 10 foot radius of any brassica growing location within the last 3 years, preferably 7 years.
  
  
• Brussels Sprouts are high in calcium and iron, as well as a good source of vitamins A and C.
  
  
• This popular Brussels Sprout variety produces miniature cabbage-like heads which are extremely tasty and nutritious.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 90-120 days
  
  
• Brussel Sprouts | Start seed indoors in early May so plants are ready to set out in June or early July. The sprouts develop best in cool weather. Plant in rows 3 feet apart, with 30 inches between the plants.
  

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Brussels sprouts contain sulforaphane, a chemical believed to have potent anti-cancer properties. Although boiling reduces the level of the anti-cancer compounds, steaming, microwaving, and stirring.

• This popular broccoli variety produces a short, 24 inch plant with medium-large heads.
  
  
• Withstands cold extremely well.
  
  
• Best grows for a fall crop.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days
  
  
• Broccoli is high in vitamin C, as well as dietary fiber; it also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties, such as diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium. A single serving provides more than 30 mg of Vitamin C and a half-cup provides 52 mg of Vitamin C.
  

The Henderson Lima Bean is an old heirloom with a reputation for easy growth and high yields of small, but plump pods and beans. This is one bean that requires higher temperatures for best production. Raw beans are toxic, so enjoy its smooth, creamy, buttery flavor after cooking, either shelled or dried. This compact bush-type plant spreads wider than green beans, so give them room to grow.

• Easy to grow
• Bush growth habit
• Heat loving
• Superb flavor

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Phaseolus lunatus
• Depth to plant seeds: 1.5" deep
• Spacing between plants: 6"-8" apart
• Spacing between rows: 24"-30" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 10-21 days
• Germination soil temps: 70F-90F
• Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer, fall
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 2-4 plants per sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 65-75 days

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Good companion plants: Cucumber, Pea, Rosemary, Thyme, Tomato

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BUSH BEANS
FAVA & BROAD BEANS
LIMA BEANS
POLE BEANS

The Top Crop Bush Bean lives up to its name. This All-American Selections (AAS) winner produces high yields high up on a tall plant for easy harvesting. The 6"-7" pods are smooth, round, straight, and stringless, and they mature early in about 50 days. Also add heat tolerant to the list.

• Easy to grow
• Easy to harvest
• Heat tolerant
• Matures early—50 days

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
  
• Depth to plant seeds: 1" deep
  
• Spacing between plants: 4" apart
  
• Spacing between rows: 18"-24" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 5-10 days
• Germination soil temps: 70F-85F
• Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer, fall
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 4 plants per sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 50-55 days

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Good companion plants: Cucumber, Pea, Rosemary, Thyme, Tomato

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The Roma II Bush Bean is an Italian snap bean with flat stringless pods. A tender, meaty bean that retains its fresh flavor when cooked or canned, and is hearty enough to throw on the grill. This high yielder grows tall, making it easy to harvest lots of wide 5"-6" pods.

• Easy to grow
• Tender and flavorful
• Stringless variety
• High yields

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
• Depth to plant seeds: 1.25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 5-6" apart
• Spacing between rows: 18"-24" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 5-10 days
• Germination soil temps: 70F-85F
• Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer, fall
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 4 plants per sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 58-65 days

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Good companion plants: Cucumber, Pea, Rosemary, Thyme, Tomato

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The Contender Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is one of the best tasting green beans, and it can tolerate the heat. An early and prolific producer, pods can grow 6"-8" long, and are slightly curved with a distinct flavor. This stringless variety is great for canning, freezing, or eating fresh from the garden.

• Easy to grow
• Stringless variety
• Matures quickly—50 days
• Heat tolerant

The Mary Washington Asparagus is a popular old heirloom variety that produces vigorous, uniform spears with a sweet, nutty flavor. Asparagus plants are perennials that can easily produce for 20+ years, so give this vegetable a permanent and sunny spot in your garden. To ensure many years of future production, wait until the second year to cut and consume the spears. 

• Early producer
• Cold hardy, but protect from frost
• Easy to care for, once established
• Beautiful fern-like foliage lingers after harvest

Asparagus can be considered a power food among veggies. It is packed with vitamins and minerals, delivering a more complete balance than any other. Asparagus is a good source of vitamin A, B6 and C, as well as iron, potassium, riboflavin, niacin, and thiamine. It is high in fiber and low in carbohydrates, contains no fat, no cholesterol and has only 20 calories per 1/2 cup serving.

An established bed of 25 asparagus plants will produce about 10 pounds of asparagus per year.