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Basil
| 8 | 4 | |
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Beans (Bush Snap)
Bountiful
| 18 | 9 | 46 days - An early bush bean that produces a very large crop! The beans are stringless, broad, straight, and 6 to 7 inches long. The plants grow 16 to 18 inches tall and have light green foliage. Good home garden variety for canning or freezing, that was first introduced in 1897.
(#232 PKT. - 2 oz. - $1.99 (approximately 150 seeds)
GREEN BEANS: Soil pH - 6.0 - Sow the seeds 1 inch deep, about 6 inches apart, in rows 18 inches apart. Beans do not do well in a wide row planting. They must have room on either side for maximum production. Plant after all danger of frost has past. Do not plant too soon! If the soil has not warmed sufficiently, the seeds will rot in the ground before they germinate. For an earlier crop, place black plastic over the row one week before planting. Slit the plastic with an X mark every 6 inches and plant 2 seeds in each opening. Make sure the soil underneath the plastic is thoroughly tilled. Use Rotenone or pyrethrum to control Mexican bean beetles. Avoid overhead watering and do not handle plants when they are wet. |
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Beet
Early Wonder
| 144 | 9 | 50 days -This variety is an excellent choice for an early crop! The tops are 16 to 18 inches tall, dark-green and tinged in red, while the roots are 3" diameter, globe shaped and purple-red in color. A good choice for fall planting, too!
(#38 PKT. - 1/4 oz. - $1.25
O38 - 1/4 oz. - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
BEETS: Soil pH 6.0 to 7.5 - Begin planting beets 2 to 3 weeks before the last spring frost, making additional plantings 2 weeks apart for a continuous harvest all during the growing season. Sow the seeds 1/2 inch deep in loose, deeply tilled soil. We recommend using a wide row method of planting for beets. Place 2 seeds, 3 inches apart in all directions, in a row 2 to 3 feet wide, eventually thinning to one plant every 3 inches. We have found that scissors work very well for thinning the plants, as they do not disturb the roots as other methods might.By using a wide row 3 x 5 feet, you can expect to harvest over 200 beets - plenty for fresh use and canning! Beets are a heavy feeder and need to be fertilized at planting time, as well as a month later. If leaf miners are a problem for you in growing beets, the use of a floating row cover will offer nearly 100% protection. |
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Broccoli
De Cicco
| 7 | 1 | 50-60 days - Play around with the transplanting date
An old reliable European variety first introduced in 1890. The small, blue/green heads are delicious, and deliver lots of side shoots once the central head is harvested. Excellent flavor!
(#301 PKT. - 200 seeds - $1.25
O301 - PKT. - 200 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
BROCCOLI: Soil pH 6.5 - Start the seeds inside 8 weeks before the last spring frost. Transfer outside when the plants are 5 weeks old, spacing 12 to 18 inches apart. We recommend planting in a wide bed. In a 3 by 5 foot bed, you can transplant 15 plants. Harvest the main head in 60-90 days and continue to pick the side shoots until they quit forming. Broccoli is a heavy feeder, so work plenty of compost into the soil before planting. For safe control of cabbage worms and loopers, dust your crops with Bacillus Thuringiensis (BT). |
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Carrot
Autumn King
| 112 | 16 | 72 days - This stump rooted, 6 to 7 inch carrot is a must for winter storage or freezing! The delicious, orange flesh stays crisp, even in storage! Sow this one in late summer for a delightful fall harvest!
(#405 PKT. - 1200 seeds - $1.25)
Soil pH 6.0 to 7.0 - We recommend planting carrots in a raised bed, with the wide row method of planting. Begin to plant 2 weeks before the last spring frost, making additional plantings every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous harvest all summer long. Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep in loose, deeply tilled soil, placing a few seeds 2 inches apart in all directions, in a row 2 to 3 feet wide. Thin your crop to one plant every 2 inches, using scissors to do so. By using scissors, you will not disturb the roots of your remaining carrots. You can start harvesting baby carrots 35 to 40 days after planting the seeds, and then the remainder of the crop when they are fully mature. To avoid insect problems, a floating row cover may be used, removing only to thin your crop. |
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Carrot
Amsterdam Minacor
| 80 | 16 | 60 days - A very sweet and tender, finely grained Dutch variety of carrot. The uniform 6-7 inch roots are a deep orange color, and make a wonderful gourmet delight! An excellent carrot for eating fresh or for canning.
(#402 PKT. - 1200 seeds - $1.25)
CARROTS: Soil pH 6.0 to 7.0 - We recommend planting carrots in a raised bed, with the wide row method of planting. Begin to plant 2 weeks before the last spring frost, making additional plantings every 2 to 3 weeks for a continuous harvest all summer long. Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep in loose, deeply tilled soil, placing a few seeds 2 inches apart in all directions, in a row 2 to 3 feet wide. Thin your crop to one plant every 2 inches, using scissors to do so. By using scissors, you will not disturb the roots of your remaining carrots. You can start harvesting baby carrots 35 to 40 days after planting the seeds, and then the remainder of the crop when they are fully mature. To avoid insect problems, a floating row cover may be used, removing only to thin your crop. |
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Chives
| 16 | 16 | |
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Cilantro
Cilantro
| 3 | 1 | |
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Cilantro
| 3 | 1 | |
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Cucumber
Double Yield
| 2 | 2 | 55-60 days Introduced in 1924, this heavy yielding variety is a great choice for gherkins and dills. The slim, 6x2 inch fruits are smooth and crisp. A very prolific cropper.
(#O523 PKT. - 15 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
CUCUMBERS: Soil pH 5.5 to 6.5 - Plant outside 1 to 2 weeks after the last spring frost. We recommend growing cucumbers on a trellis, for ease of harvesting and more thorough pest control. Plant 2-3 seeds every 8 to 12 inches along the trellis. When the seeds sprout, thin to one plant every 8 to 12 inches. As the plants grow, they will need help at first guiding them up the trellis. Harvest the cucumbers often and do not let the cucumbers get too big, as this will slow up future productivity of the plant. Cucumbers like plenty of sun and water. Avoid wetting the plants, if possible, when watering. If cucumber beetles are a problem in your area, Rotenone may be dusted on the plants to control them. Once a cucumber plant starts to wilt from a bacterial infection, remove the infected plant immediately. DO NOT put the diseased plant in your compost pile. |
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Dill
| 4 | 4 | |
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Kale
Lacinto
| 6 | 1 | 60-90 days -This heirloom dates back to the 18th century Tuscany region of Italy. The unusual, blue-green leaves are 3" wide by 10" long on the loosely formed plants. Very decorative in the garden; extremely winter hardy.
(#3012 PKT. - 200 seeds - $1.25)
KALE: Soil pH 5.5 to 6.5 - Kale is best grown as a fall crop, for the summer heat makes the leaves bitter. Get it in the ground around August 15 and pick through December!
Start the seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the first fall frost. Transplant outside 3 to 4 weeks later, spacing 12 to 18 inches between the plants. To avoid insect damage, cover the entire row with a floating row cover at planting time, removing only to harvest your crop. For best flavor, harvest after the leaves have received a light frost. Kale is very hardy and may be harvested well into the fall and early winter. |
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Lavender
English Lavendar
| 1 | 1 | (#HR22 PKT. - 50 seeds - $1.25)
The wonderful aroma of this plant has long been valued in its ability to scent soaps, sachets, and perfume linen. Miniature pillows stuffed with dried lavender flowers may help with insomnia and restlessness. If started indoors, the seeds need to be stratified before sowing; otherwise, directly plant in the garden late summer or early fall. Prefers a sunny, well drained, sandy location in the garden. Height -30 inches. Perennial. |
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Lettuce (Crisphead)
Romaine Multi-Colored Mix
| 24 | 4 | 50-75 days - This nice assortment will give you the variety you crave for your salad bowl. The green, red, speckled, and mottled romaines make an interesting and varied choice. Start harvesting when small for tender and sweet salads, or let mature to full-size for traditional Caesar salads.
(#6066 PKT. - 400 seeds - $2.00)
LETTUCE: Soil pH 6.0 to 7.0 - Sow the seeds in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked; this occurs about four weeks before the last expected spring frost. Plant the seeds 1/8 inch deep in a wide row, 6 inches apart in all directions. Make sure the soil contains a good supply of nitrogen, which is necessary for good leaf production. Plant every two weeks for a continuous harvest all summer long. Make your early spring plantings in a sunny location; however, as the weather warms up, start planting in a partially shaded spot. Lettuce sowed in hot weather goes to seed quickly, so plant extra and pick often once the leaves reach the desirable size. During the summer, a good spot to grow lettuce is against the house on the side that receives the morning sun. Weed frequently, as lettuce has shallow roots and can't compete with deep rooted weeds. TIP : In a wide row planting, 2 feet by 2 feet, 16 plants may be harvested. In a 2 foot by 4 foot area, you can grow enough lettuce to keep your salad bowl filled all summer long! |
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Mint
| 1 | 1 | |
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Oregano
| 1 | 1 | |
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Parsley
| 8 | 4 | |
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Peas
Sugar Sprint
| 32 | 8 | 58 days - A delicious variety both sweet and crunchy! The 2 foot vines need no support and yield 3 inch, stringless pods. Shows some disease resistance. Our sweetest tasting snap pea
(#710 PKT. - 2 oz. - $1.99 (approximately 225 seeds)
PEAS: Grow as you would regular green peas, picking when the pods are filled. The pod is edible and tastes great in salads, or cook as you would green beans.
Soil pH 5.5 to 6.5 - Sow directly outside in the garden 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, planting a few seeds every 3 inches in a row. When the seeds sprout, thin to one plant every 3 inches. Before planting, set up either stakes or a trellis for the peas to climb on while growing. Remember to keep the soil moist after germination, and weed often. Do not add extra nitrogen to the soil, as this will promote leaf growth at the expensive of pea production.
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Pepper
Rainbow Bell Blend
| 8 | 1 | 68-80 days - This delightful collection of different colored fruits will yield green, red, yellow, orange, and purple sweet bell peppers. A good way to try several different varieties in your garden.
(#7069 PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50)
PEPPERS:Soil pH - 6.0 - Start pepper seeds and eggplant seeds indoors, 6 weeks before the last spring frost, using 3 to 4 inch pots. This size pot is necessary in order to produce nicely sized plants for transplanting. Using fine potting soil, sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep. Remember, pepper seeds need warm soil to germinate! The best germination rates occur when the soil temperature is between 72 to 80 degrees F. The use of a propagation mat or a heating cable is recommended in order to maintain the correct soil temperature. Pepper and eggplant seeds take approximately 10-15 days to germinate. Once the outside soil temperature has warmed, about 1 to 2 weeks after the last spring frost, transplant in a sunny location. Work a large amount of compost into the soil before planting; the use of black plastic as a mulch, will help get your plants off to a good start. When transplanting, put a collar of newspaper around the stem of the plant to avoid cutworm damage. Always use either a soaker hose or a drip irrigation system to avoid getting water on the plant leaves. Hint: Put the contents of one pack of common book matches in the plant hole, cover with soil, then plant your pepper or eggplant transplants. They love the extra phosphorus found in the matches! |
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Potatoes (Maincrop)
Purple Viking
| 6 | 1 | Tastes as good as it looks. Pretty purple skins with pink flecking contrast beautifully with the bright white, firm flesh. The superb, creamy texture and sweet, gourmet flavor is ideal for baking, mashing or almost any potato recipe. High-yielding, compact plants have excellent resistance to scab and tolerate heat and drought. Stores well. Midseason |
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Potatoes (Maincrop)
| 2 | 1 | |
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Radish
Cherry Belle
| 256 | 16 | 20 days - This radish was an "All American Selection" winner in 1949, and is an early variety, taking only 20 days to mature! A very prolific radish, with deep red skin and crisp white flesh.
(#812 PKT. - 350 seeds - $1.25
O812 - PKT. - 350 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
RADISH: In Summer - Sow seeds directly into the ground about 6 weeks after your last spring frost date, after aged manure or organic fertilizer has been worked into soil.
Spring/Fall - Soil pH 5.5 to 7.0 - Sow radish seeds 2 to 3 weeks before the last spring frost. Plant the seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart in all directions, using the wide row method for planting. Thin your crop to one plant every 1 to 2 inches, using scissors to do so. By using scissors, you will not disturb the roots of the remaining radishes. If root maggots are a concern in your area, the use of a floating row cover will eliminate the problem. Remember to resow again late summer for a delightful fall harvest, too! Delicious, crunchy radishes in only 3 to 5 weeks!
It's also possible to store fall-grown radishes in the ground. Plant a late-season sowing of salad radishes 30 days before your first expected frost. When the weather turns cold, the roots will stop growing, and you'll need to protect them with a thick layer of straw or hay4 to 5 inches should suffice. As long as the ground remains unfrozen, the radishes can be harvested a few at a time. Another option is to cover the plants with a double layer of floating row cover or erect a mini-greenhouse over them. |
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Rhubarb
Victoria
| 1 | 0 | The rhubarb that Grandma grew. This heirloom is a vigorous, easy-to-grow variety that has thick, meaty, tender stalks with a rosy-red exterior. The interior is bright green with a hint of red. Flavor has an old-fashioned tart punch.
#04587 $5.95 |
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Rosemary
| 1 | 1 | |
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Spinach
Winter Bloomsdale
| 171 | 9 | 45 days. This old-time favorite has firm, dark-green, deeply savoyed leaves. Is very cold tolerant; great for Fall crops and over-wintering, but also does well in the heat of summer. An excellent choice for salads or cooking.
(#O921 PKT. - 100 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
FALL SPINACH: Soil pH 6.5 to 7.0 - Sow 4 to 6 weeks before the first expected fall frost |
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Spinach
Bloomsdale Savoy
| 18 | 9 | 45-50 days This very fast growing variety is consistently a heavy yielder! The large, medium green, savoyed leaves are of high quality, and resistant to blight and blue mold. This very cold hardy spinach makes it an excellent choice for the backyard garden!
(#918 pkt 100 $2.50)
SPINACH: Spinach can be harvested in the cut and come again method of harvesting lettuce. Cut individual leaves, starting with the older, outer leaves, and letting the young inner leaves remain and continue growing for a later harvest. You can also cut down the whole plant, for a larger harvest. If you cut about an inch above the crown or base of the plant, it is very likely the plant will send out a new flush of leaves. |
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Spinach (New Zealand)
| 3 | 1 | 55-70 days
Not a true spinach, but similar in flavor and use. A European favorite since the 1770's! The large plants have small fleshy green leaves that are sweet and tasty. This spinach is slow to germinate; soaking the seeds in water for 24 hours before planting will hasten germination. This one thrives in hot weather! Pick the top leaves for fresh greens all summer!
(#915 PKT. - 50 seeds - $1.25) |
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Swiss Chard
Large White Ribbed
| 24 | 4 | 45-80 days - A very old variety that was popular with pioneer families because of its productivity! The pointed, dark green leaves edged in red, have a rich, nutty flavor. The compact, loose heads are 7 to 8 inches tall and are very attractive!.
(#1010 1/4 oz for $1.25)
SWISS CHARD: Soil pH 6.5 to 7.0 - Sow the seeds outside 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost. Using a wide row method for planting, sow 2-3 seeds every 6 inches, going in all directions. Once the seeds sprout, thin to one plant every 6 inches. To avoid insect damage, we recommend covering the entire row with a floating row cover at planting time. Remove the cover temporarily to thin the plants and then replace until harvest time. |
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Thyme
| 1 | 1 | |
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Tomato (Large)
Roma
| 1 | 1 | Determinate
78 days
2-3 oz
The standard paste tomato for making sauces and catsup! The strong vines yield up to 200 red, pear shaped fruit, each weighing 2 to 3 ounces each, with firm flesh and few seeds. A very popular variety! Determinate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
Pink Brandywine
| 1 | 1 | |
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Tomato (Large)
Green Zebra
| 1 | 1 | Determinate
78 days
2-4 oz
Very unusual variety! The ripe fruits are bright green with light green stripes. The 2-4 ounce fruits have a delicious,real tomato flavor. Very vigorous determinate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
Yellow Brandywine
| 1 | 1 | |
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Tomato (Large)
Tigerella
| 1 | 1 | 80 days
The beautiful red fruit of this variety has stripes in green to yellow hues, and measure 1.5 to 2 inches across. The large vines bear a huge crop of this old time tangy and tart favorite! Indeterminate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
Stupice
| 1 | 1 | 55 days
3-4 oz
An exceptional tomato from Czechoslovakia! A great tasting, early variety that produces globe shaped fruit that are deep red, weigh 3-4 ounces and has potato leaf type foliage. A tangy, real tomato flavor! Indeterminate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
Black Krim
| 1 | 1 | 70 days
8-12 oz
An old Russian heirloom, with fruits that are a deep red, almost black color with green shoulders. The globe shaped fruit weigh 8-12 ounces each, and have a unique, salty flavor that is different from any tomato youve ever tasted! Indeterminate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
Big Red
| 1 | 1 | 85 Days
16-24 oz fruits
85 days - We acquired the seeds for this tomato from a family in southern Illinois who had grown it for generations, and was always simply referred to as that "that big, red tomato". The large vines produce 16 to 24 ounce huge, sweet, red fruit, with just enough "bite" for that old fashioned, home grown taste. Perfect for sandwiches, salads or just eating out of your hand! This is the tomato you remember eating from your grandfather's garden! First introduced in the United States by Heirloom Seeds. Indeterminate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
Bonny Best
| 1 | 1 | 75 days
up to 8oz
This old heirloom is often judged as one of the 5 best tasting! A great, medium sized tomato (up to 8 ounces) with bright, scarlet red color, noted for its fine flavor. A great all purpose tomato! Indeterminate vines. |
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Tomato (Large)
German Pink
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Tomato (Large)
Cherokee Purple
| 1 | 1 | 82 days
10-12 oz
Originally grown by the Cherokee Indians, this has been a popular tomato for over 100 years! This relatively disease free tomato has pink-purple flesh, with a smoky, sweet flavor, and grows 10 to 12 ounces, while the vines provide dense foliage. Very unusual! Indeterminate vines. |
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Tomato (Small)
Besser
| 1 | 1 | 75 days - From the southern area of Germany (Freiburg region), this old favorite dates back to the 1800's, and is a must for any tomato lover! The plants produce 3/4 inch diameter fruit in clusters of up to 12, very sweet, cherry tomatoes. The vigorous vines need strong cages for support. Best tasting cherry tomato we've tried! Proudly introduced in the United States by Heirloom Seeds. Indeterminate vines.
TOMATOES: Soil pH 5.5 to 7.0 - Start tomato seeds indoors using individual 3 inch diameter pots. The use of smaller pots can produce spindly plants that will not produce fruit well when transplanted. The best germination rates occur when the soil temperature is between 72 and 80 degrees F. Therefore, we recommend using a propagation mat or soil heating cables to maintain the soil temperature. Six weeks before the last spring frost, sow 2 or 3 seeds in each pot, eventually thinning to one plant per container. After four weeks, transplant your seedlings into larger pots. About 10 days before the last spring frost, gradually begin hardening off your plants outdoors. A week after the last spring frost, transplant your seedlings to a sunny location outside. Make sure to work plenty of compost into the area, as tomatoes are heavy feeders. Bury your plants deeply, maintaining a distance of 1 to 2 feet between tomato plants, in rows 3 feet apart. You can even pinch off all the leaves except for the top few and bury the entire stem in the soil. Mulch with black plastic to get the plants off to a fast start, and use paper collars around the stem if cutworms are a problem in your area. We recommend placing soaker hoses under the black plastic to supply tomatoes with water during dry spells. Tomatoes should be staked or caged, since many of the older varieties don't do well when allowed to sprawl on the ground, as they are not resistant to early blight. Once the tomatoes start growing, pinch off all the bottom leaves that are touching the soil. |
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Zucchini
Dark Green
| 3 | 1 | 55 days - This variety was first introduced in 1931, and is still one of our most popular squash! The bush plants take up less room in the garden, while still producing plenty of straight, smooth, dark green mottled fruit with green-white interiors. A very prolific variety that has excellent taste!
(#93 PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.25
#O93 - PKT. - 20 seeds - $2.00)
ZUCCHINI: Soil pH 6.0 to 7.0 - Sow the seeds outside in a sunny location, after all danger of frost has passed. Plant the seeds 1 inch deep, about 2 feet apart, and at least 4 feet away from other vegetable rows. Hint: A very good method of planting is to sow 5 to 6 seeds in the middle of a 4' x 4' raised bed, thinning to two plants per bed. Work plenty of compost into the soil before planting. Squash is a heavy feeder and should be fertilized monthly during the growing season. Rotenone or pyrethrum may be used to control cucumber beetles. |
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