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02655 PIKE MELON. This heirloom was selected by Pike and Young Seeds in Monmouth, Oregon in the 1930’s – the result of a cross between Spear and Hearts of Gold. Originally bred for its ability to thrive in heavy, dry soil. When grown under these conditions, melons average about 3 lbs. each. However, when grown in rich, irrigated soils, their size more than doubles up to 7 lbs! Plants are vigorous and high yielding producing fruits that are heavily netted. Flesh is light-orange, fragrant, juicy and sweet. An excellent choice for both home gardens and farmers markets. 75 days. (A) Pkt. (50 seeds) $2.25; 2 pkts. $4.05; (L) 1 oz. $12.95; (M) 1/4 lb. $45.95.
BRANDYWINE SERIES TOMATOES. Heirloom Amish varieties, dating back to 1885, generally considered to be the world’s best-fl avored tomatoes. Features extremely fi ne-fl avored fruits with a creamy texture that are a gourmet’s delight. Very vigorous, potato-leaf plants, with prolifi c yields of extra-large, fi rm, clear-skinned fruits weighing up to 1-1/2 lbs. All are indeterminate. 90-100 days.
00112 Brandywine (Pink). 00091 Black Brandywine. 00830 Yellow Brandywine. 00600 Red Brandywine.
03863 GLACIAL HYBRID SWEET CORN. If you’ve never tried white sweet corn before, we high- ly recommend this variety. One bite and you’ll be hooked! This sh2 variety has outstanding fl avor and tex- ture. Dark green husks provide excellent coverage for the long, hefty 8 in. ears. Each ear holds 16 to 18 rows fi lled to the tip with delectable, creamy white kernels that pos- sess a superior sweet fl avor and wonderful crisp, yet ten- der, texture. 76 days. (A) Pkt. (150 seeds) $3.25; 2 pkts. $5.70; (C) 1,000 seeds $15.95; (E) 5,000 seeds $55.95.
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BUTCHER CORN. An extremely rare, old heir- loom variety dating back to 1845. Features blood-red kernels, streaked with darker red. A dent type, with tall, 8 to 12 ft. stalks producing 2 to 3 large ears – fi ne-fl avored and excellent for cornmeal or corn-on-the-cob in milk stage. Expect an occasional white ear. 100 days. (A) Pkt. (1 oz.) $2.65; 2 pkts. $4.75; (M) 1/4 lb. $7.95; (P) 1 lb. $21.00.
03528 CUBE OF BUTTER HYBRID SUMMER SQUASH. Tasty and tender, buttery yel- low with creamy white fl esh that is delicious. Uniform fruits can be picked early for use as baby squash, or allowed to reach full maturity of 10 in. while retaining all its irresistible, high quality eating. Low growing, open, bush-habit plants with few spines means easy picking and yields are abundant. Excellent for fresh eating, in stir-fries or roasted on the grill. Exhibits resistance to Pow- dery Mildew. 50 days. (A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $2.35; (L) 1 oz. $10.50; (M) 1/4 lb. $35.95.
vor. Enjoy right off the plants as you eat breakfast on your patio. Dark blue-green foliage turns bright red and orange in the fall. Plant in sun to partial shade. Very hardy. Zones 3-7. 1 plant $11.95; 3 for $31.95; 6 for $59.95.
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30146 TOP HAT BLUE- BERRY PLANTS. Perfect for growing in containers, borders, small gardens, even as a bonsai. Grows only 1-1/2 ft. high and wide. Lovely white fl owers in spring are followed by small light blue berries that have a distinct wild blueberry fl a-
03071 RED PETER PEPPER. Yes, this is the original strain from the Al- freys! We reintroduced this or- nery old heirloom several years ago and the demand for it has remained high. Grown as much to shock the prudish as for their culinary value. Spicy pods are 4 to 6 in. long, blunt-ended, and mature to a deep red. Excellent for chili powder. Ht. 20-30 in. 90 days. (A) Pkt. (10 seeds) $2.95; 2 pkts. $5.15; 4 pkts. $9.35.
CHERRY. Tasty, bright red fruits are great fresh, right off the bush. They also make excellent jams and jel- lies. This beautiful ornamental blooms in early spring with a mass of white fl owers, followed by a fi ne crop of cher- ries. Excellent for wildlife and bird habitat. Easy-to-grow, resists drought and widely adapted. Eventually grows about 8 ft. tall by 10 ft. wide. 2 yr. bareroot plants. Super hardy. Zones 2-6. $8.95 each; 3 for $22.95; 10 for $68.95.
20772 NANKING BUSH
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2 pkts. $3.85; (F) 1/16 oz. $8.95; (J) 1/4 oz. $17.95.
(A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $2.25; Prices, per variety: 00855(X) BRANDYWINE
COLLECTION. One pkt. each, of all 4 Brandywines.
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03647 QUEENSLAND BLUE WINTER SQUASH. A beautiful heirloom originally imported from Australia in 1932. Dark blue-green, turban- shaped fruits have deeply ribbed rinds and can reach up to 20 lbs.! Thick orange fl esh is super meaty and sweet, perfect for roasting, soups and making those delicious pies. Good keep- er. 95 days. (A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $2.55; 2 pkts. $4.55; (L) 1 oz. $10.50; (M) 1/4 lb. $35.95.
04585 EGYPTIAN
pressing the kids. This is the giant of giants, Giant Grey- Stripe. Produces huge heads up to 20 in. across that are fi lled with large, thin- shelled, very plump seeds that are high in protein. Use seeds for snacks, bird food or chicken feed. Not
03720 GIANT SUN- birds, and im-
FLOWER. Great for bragging,
SETS. Also called “Walking Onions”, this 1800’s heirloom was fi rst introduced to American gar- dens from Canada. Plants shoot out clusters of marble-sized, purple-skinned, pungent bulbs, “top set” above the ground on straight, green, 3 ft. stalks. Hardy perennial. 30 sets plant about 20 ft. Note: Due to occasional winter storage problems, sets will be shipped in the fall. 10 sets for $6.75; 20 sets for $11.50; 30 sets for $14.95.
TOPSET ONION
only is the head/bloom size impressive, so is the plant height – 8 to 12 ft. tall! Makes a good property line screen. 78 days. (A) Pkt. $2.10; 2 pkts. $3.75; (M) 1/4 lb. $5.95; (P) 1 lb. $14.95.
TOMATO. Prolifi c yielder, with an old-fashioned fl avor you’ll remem- ber fondly from childhood. A multi- use old-timer that just might become your main crop variety. Heavy yields of smooth, red-orange fruits, averaging 10 to 16 oz. each, will last throughout the season for canning, freezing, or fresh eating. Crack free and disease resistant. Indeterminate. 80 days. (A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $2.45; 2 pkts. $4.25; (D) 1/32 oz. $6.25; (H) 1/8 oz. $17.95.
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04322 KEYSTONE DEER AND TURKEY SEED MIX. Don’t leave their welfare to chance. At- tract and feed your wildlife friends. Mix contains clovers and grasses that are attractive to deer and turkey. Great for dry upland areas and can tolerate some dampness as well. Likes full sun. Plant April to about June 1st or September to Oc- tober 1st. Sow 15 lbs. per acre. Cannot ship to MN. (N) 1/2 lb. $6.50; (P) 1 lb. $10.95; (P) 5 lb. $47.95; (P) 10 lb. $84.95; (AA) 25 lb. $174.95.
HYBRID CUCUMBER. 2014 AAS Winner. A very high yielder of 3 to 6 in., white spined cucumbers. Sweet, crispy fruits are perfect for pickling, as well as eating fresh. Semi-bush plants are ex- cellent for small gardens, patio containers and are heat tolerant with good disease resistance. 50 days. (A) Pkt. (30 seeds) $1.95; 2 pkts. $3.50; (L) 1 oz. $18.95.
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01656 NAPOLI HYBRID CARROT. So sweet, it’s sometimes referred to as the ‘sugar carrot’. Harvest at 45 days for bright orange baby carrots or let grow to 7 to 8 in. full-size. One of the best carrots for overwin- tering, becoming very sweet. 45-60 days. (A) Pkt. (500 seeds) $2.75; 2 pkts. $4.70; (J) 1/4 oz. $10.50; (K) 1/2 oz. $17.95; (L) 1 oz. $31.95.
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