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Southern Giant Collards are long-lasting greens that provide that zippy, classic mustard green flavor!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Southern Giant collard green seeds 1/4 inch deep in early spring.
• Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart.
• Can be harvested throughout the growing season by removing outside leaves to encourage new growth.
• Great for container gardening!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 360-365 Heirloom Collard Green Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 8,400
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1871 Southern Giant Vegetable Seeds
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea

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Heirloom Southern Giant Collards are long-lasting greens that provide that zippy, classic mustard green flavor!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Southern Giant collard green seeds 1/4 inch deep in early spring.
• Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart.
• Can be harvested throughout the growing season by removing outside leaves to encourage new growth.
• Great for container gardening!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 360-365 Heirloom Collard Green Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 8,400
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1871 Southern Giant Vegetable Seeds
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Small ears of this sweet corn fit perfectly on your plate! Yellow and juicy, it can be used for early planting and does well in cool soil. Enjoy fresh or freeze for later! A home gardener's favorite for years, Bentley Seeds Golden Bantam Corn is sure to become your favorite too!

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 3 per foot.
• Thin seedlings to 8 inches apart.
• Roots are shallow, so use care when controlling weeds.
• A 10-6-4 fertilizer is recommended during early growth, but not after the ears begin to form.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Spacing: 8" apart in rows 1.5 feet apart
• Depth: 1 1/2"
• Height: 5-6'
• Seeds/Oz: 200
• Seeds Per Packet: 25-30

Uses:

• Eat fresh or freeze.
• An excellent source of protein and is high in vitamin B6, iron, and magnesium.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1902 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Zea mays

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The benchmark for white and yellow sweet corn, Pearls & Gold Corn from Bentley Seeds is a backyard gardener's favorite! Sweet and tasty, it will soon be your favorite too. Enjoy fresh from the garden or freeze for later! This bi-colored variety is the standard for white and yellow sweet corn.

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 3 per foot, 1.5 inches deep in the soil.
• Thin seedlings to 8 inches apart, in rows 1.5 feet apart.
• Roots are shallow, so use care when controlling weeds.
• Grows to about 8-10 feet tall.
• Harvest in about 3 months.
• A 10-6-4 fertilizer is recommended during the seedling stage.
• Non-GMO.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1.5 inches
• 45-55 Heirloom Corn Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 200
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Eat fresh or freeze.
• A delicious, sweet corn variety that can be enjoyed in many ways.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Zea mays

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Small ears of this sweet corn fit perfectly on your plate! Yellow and juicy, it can be used for early planting and does well in cool soil. Enjoy fresh or freeze for later! A home gardener's favorite for years, Bentley Seeds Heirloom Golden Bantam Corn is sure to become your favorite too!

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 3 per foot.
• Thin seedlings to 8 inches apart.
• Roots are shallow, so use care when controlling weeds.
• A 10-6-4 fertilizer is recommended during early growth, but not after the ears begin to form.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Spacing: 8" apart in rows 1.5 feet apart
• Depth: 1 1/2"
• Height: 5-6'
• Seeds/Oz: 200
• Seeds Per Packet: 25-30

Uses:

• Eat fresh or freeze.
• An excellent source of protein and is high in vitamin B6, iron, and magnesium.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1902 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Zea mays

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Pinks, purples, and whites bring color to any garden all season long! Bentley Seed Sensation Cosmos are wonderful as a cut flower. Deadhead to have blooms all summer. Easy to grow and even easier to enjoy!

Growing Instructions:
In a prepared garden bed, sprinkle seeds over soil. Keep moist until seedlings emerge. Thin seedlings to 8 inches apart.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Time to Maturity: 7 weeks
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Spacing: 8" apart
Depth: 1/4 inch
80-85 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Height: 36" - 72"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 5,000
Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Uses:
Cottage garden
Bee attractant
Butterfly attractant
Wildflower

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Cosmos bipinnatus
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Curly cress microgreens are one of the best out there. Cress is peppery, flavorful, and very easy to grow.

Growing Instructions:
Best grown in containers, curly cress seeds should be sprinkled on shallow, moist soil and watched as they grow. Cress prefers to be out of direct sunlight.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: About 10 days
• Sun Requirement: Shade
• Spacing: 6"
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 335-345 seeds per packet
• Height: 12 to 20 inches
• Curly Cress Seeds/Oz: 10,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
Perfect for edible microgreens and container gardening.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Lepidium sativum
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Crisp, white flesh and a smaller size make these cucumbers ideal for pickling! Whether you prefer sweet, sour, dill, or garlicky, the pickling options are endless!

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant Bentley Seed Boston pickling cucumber seeds 6 inches apart.
• Can be planted in rows, hills, or pots.
• Give the vines space to spread out or provide a trellis for them to grow on.
• Be sure to pick regularly to encourage the most production from your plant.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 3/4 inch
• 50-55 Pickling Cucumber Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 950
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Perfect for pickling in various styles: sweet, sour, dill, or garlicky.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1887 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus

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No salad is complete without the cucumber! Bentley Seed Marketmore 76 cucumbers slice like a dream and are heat and disease tolerant. A great standard eating cucumber.

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 6 inches apart.
• Can be planted in rows, hills, or pots.
• Give the vines space to spread out or provide a trellis for them to grow on.
• Be sure to pick regularly to encourage the most production from your plant.

We also carry these Bentley Seed cucumber seeds in bulk!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 3/4 inch
• 50-55 Marketmore Cucumber Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 950
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Ideal for slicing and fresh eating.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus

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Crisp, white flesh and a smaller size make these heirloom cucumbers ideal for pickling! Whether you prefer sweet, sour, dill, or garlicky, the pickling options are endless!

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant Bentley Seed Boston pickling cucumber seeds 6 inches apart.
• Can be planted in rows, hills, or pots.
• Give the vines space to spread out or provide a trellis for them to grow on.
• Be sure to pick regularly to encourage the most production from your plant.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 3/4 inch
• 50-55 Pickling Cucumber Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 950
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Perfect for pickling in various styles: sweet, sour, dill, or garlicky.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1887 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis sativus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Ground or whole seeds add great flavor to Mexican and Indian food. Great for digestion. Use the ferny leaves in salads.

Cumin requires a long and warm growing season. Brown Jeera Cumin grows well in extended warm season areas.

Growing Instructions:
Direct sow in well-drained soil, or start 6-8 weeks before the last frost in the container you plan to use outdoors. Avoid lodging (plants falling over) by planting seeds close together for support. Thin smaller sprouts. Seeds are harvest-ready when plump and have turned a dark tan.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Sowing Method: Direct sow
Time to Maturity/Harvest: 4 months
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Ideal Germination: 65-70°F
Spacing: 4-6”
Depth: 1/4”
Height: 12-20"
Seeds/Oz: 8900
Seeds Per Packet: 960

Uses:
Use dried and ground in cooking and in dips like hummus.

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Cuminum cyminum
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Also known as Crown Daisy, this flower produces yellow or a mix of white and yellow blooms. It is suitable for flower mixtures, beds, and borders. The foliage is edible and is sometimes used in Asian cooking.

Growing Instructions:
Start seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant 6" apart in a prepared garden bed after the danger of frost has passed.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Sowing Method: Transplant or direct sow
Time to Maturity: 50 days
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Sun Requirement: Sun
Ideal Germination: 60-70°F
Spacing: 6"
Depth: 1/8"
Height: 24"-36"
Seeds/Oz: 18,000
Seeds Per Packet: 195-200
Low Maintenance: Yes

Uses:
Edible flower
Wildflower garden
Cut flowers
Deer resistant

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Glebionis coronaria
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Multi-colored flowers containing white, yellow, orange, red, rose, and purple will brighten up your yard and porch! Adaptable and happy to grow in cutting gardens, beds, borders, and flower mixtures.

Growing Instructions:
Painted daisy seeds are best started inside about 4 weeks before the danger of frost has passed. Keep soil moist until seedlings begin to emerge. Transplant outside in prepared beds or containers.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 12" apart
Depth: 1/4"
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 24"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 12,500
Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Uses:
Cut flowers
Containers
Garden beds

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Chrysanthemum carinatum
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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A garden favorite for generations, this flower is excellent as a wildflower and in cut flower arrangements. It’s perfect for a cutting garden and loved by pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Growing Instructions:
Start seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant 18" apart in a prepared garden bed after the danger of frost has passed.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 18" apart
Depth: 1/8 inch
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Height: 30-36"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds Per Packet: 230-235
Seeds/Oz: 28000
Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Uses:
Cut flowers
Garden beds
Borders
Attracts butterflies

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Plantago lanceolata
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Pretty pink flowers bring color to borders and rock gardens! A nice cut flower as well.

Growing Instructions:
Start seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant to a prepared garden bed. Thin seedlings to 8" apart.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 8" apart
Depth: Surface
175-185 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 12" - 14"
Low Maintenance: N/A
Seeds/Oz: 26,000
Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:
Cut flowers
Rock gardens
Borders

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Enjoy the wonderful flavor of fresh dill! It's a great addition to pickles and sauces.

Growing Instructions:
Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in a prepared garden bed or container. Dill grows best with adequate space between plants to promote healthy, full growth. If allowed to flower, it produces pretty yellow flowers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 36" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 510-515 seeds per packet
• Height: Up to 6 feet
• Seeds/Oz: 13,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
Dill is perfect for flavoring pickles, sauces, and various dishes.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Anethum graveolens
• Seed Count: Approx. 850 seeds per 1.2g
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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An easy and beautiful addition to your garden, the Black Beauty Eggplant has a wonderful flavor and classic oblong shape.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed Black Beauty seeds indoors about 6 weeks before the last frost date in your area.
• Transplant to a sunny location after all danger of frost has passed in the spring.
• Plant seedlings 24" apart in the garden or pots.
• Plants will need to be staked early in the season due to their large, heavy fruit.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 155-165 Black Beauty Eggplant Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 6,500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Ideal for grilling, baking, and sautéing.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1902 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Solanum melongena

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An easy and beautiful addition to your garden, the Heirloom Black Beauty Eggplant has a wonderful flavor and classic oblong shape.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed Black Beauty seeds indoors about 6 weeks before the last frost date in your area.
• Transplant to a sunny location after all danger of frost has passed in the spring.
• Plant seedlings 24" apart in the garden or pots.
• Plants will need to be staked early in the season due to their large, heavy fruit.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 155-165 Black Beauty Eggplant Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 6,500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Ideal for grilling, baking, and sautéing.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1902 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Solanum melongena
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s Florence Fennel is a sweet, anise-flavored plant that offers both flavorful leaves and a bulbous root. This versatile fennel adds a licorice flavor to many dishes or can be enjoyed raw for a refreshing taste.

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant Bentley Seed Florence Fennel seeds 1/8 inch deep in prepared soil.
• Thin plants to 10 inches apart.
• As plants grow, ensure the bulb remains covered to keep it white.
• Prefers humus-rich soil.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 10 inches apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 245-250 Florence Fennel Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 7,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 65°F
• Sowing Method: Direct sowing

Uses:

• Adds a licorice flavor to many dishes.
• Can be enjoyed raw for a fresh taste.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Foeniculum vulgare
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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A sun and heat tolerant variety of Forget-Me-Not. Generous blue flowers grace sturdy stems that are perfect for bouquets. Also known as Chinese Forget-Me-Nots, they are a great choice to fill out container gardens. This variety is non-invasive.

Growing Instructions:
Plant seeds indoors about 8 weeks before the last frost date. Cover lightly, keep moist, and keep in the dark for germination. Transplant seedlings into cell packs or containers and move to the light. Can also be planted outside after frost in a prepared bed. Starting indoors is recommended.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Biennial
Time to Maturity: 10-12 weeks
Sun Requirement: Sun/part shade
Spacing: 6" apart
Depth: 1/4"
120-125 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 20" - 24"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 6600
Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Uses:
Cut flowers
Containers
Garden beds
Attracts bees

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Cynoglossum amabile
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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A beloved standard in cottage gardens, foxglove produces tall spikes covered with flowers that attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.

Growing Instructions:
Start foxglove seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant 12" apart in a prepared garden bed after the danger of frost has passed. Foxgloves are biennial. The first year, they produce leaves, and the second year, flowers will form. You can also start them in late summer for the following spring blooms.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Biennial
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 12" Apart
Depth: 1/4 Inch
1895-1905 Foxglove Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 36" - 48"
Low Maintenance: Yes

Uses:
Cut Flowers
Containers
Cottage Garden
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Digitalis
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Enjoyed for its mild garlic flavor and delicate white flowers, garlic chives are a perfect addition to bouquets, salads, dips, and soups.

Growing Instructions:
In a prepared garden bed, plant seeds 1/8" deep after the danger of frost has passed. Keep the soil moist until seedlings begin to emerge. Thin to 6" apart.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Time to Maturity: About 3 months
Sun Requirement: Sun/part shade
Spacing: 6" apart
Depth: 1/8 inch
105-110 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 12"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 8,000
Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
Edible, flower, garden bed

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Allium tuberosum
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s ornamental gourds are small, festive, and full of surprises! With their crazy shapes and vibrant colors, they are sure to bring joy. Kids of all ages love them, making them a fun addition to any garden.

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant Bentley Seed ornamental gourd seeds 1/2 inch deep in a prepared garden bed or hills.
• Thin plants to 6 inches apart.
• Can also be started indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost date.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 6 inches apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• 30-35 Seeds Per Packet
• Decorative Gourd Seeds/Oz: 500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60-85°F
• Sowing Method: Direct sowing

Uses:

• Perfect for decoration and adding festive flair.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: Mixed Gourd Seeds with Varied Heirlooms
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucurbitaceae
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s Dwarf Siberian Kale is known for being one of the best-tasting kale varieties available. These beautiful, dark green plants are highly productive and also rich in calcium, making them a nutritious addition to any garden.

Growing Instructions:

• Start dwarf Siberian kale seeds indoors around April for transplanting into the garden in June.
• Once seedlings have two true sets of leaves, transplant them into the garden.
• Space plants about 3 feet apart.
• Kale is frost-tolerant, making it suitable for cooler climates.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 3 feet apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 180-185 Dwarf Siberian Kale Seeds Per Packet
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea

Uses:

• A highly productive plant, perfect for a generous harvest.
• Rich in calcium, making it a great addition to your diet.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s Tuscan Lacinato Kale, also known as Dinosaur Kale, is one of the best-tasting kale varieties available. It is a classic, easy-to-grow variety that produces an abundance of flavorful leaves. Bentley Seed's open-pollinated kale seeds are perfect for gardeners looking to grow this nutritious and versatile vegetable.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed Tuscan Lacinato kale seeds indoors about 6 weeks before the last frost date in your area.
• Once seedlings have two true sets of leaves, transplant them into the garden after the danger of frost has passed.
• Space plants about 12 inches apart, with rows 3 feet apart.
• Kale is frost-tolerant in the late season.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 36 inches apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 225-235 Lacinato Kale Seeds Per Packet
• Tuscan Kale Seeds/Oz: 8,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45-75°F
• Sowing Method: Direct sowing

Uses:

• A delicious and nutritious kale variety, great for salads, soups, and sautés.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. sabellica
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s Red Russian Kale is a great source of calcium and produces beautiful, full leaves with a stunning crimson spine. This kale variety is just as fun to look at as it is to eat, making it a wonderful addition to any garden.

Growing Instructions:

• Start indoors a few weeks before the danger of frost has passed.
• Once seedlings have two true sets of leaves, transplant them into the garden.
• Space plants about 3 feet apart.
• Kale is frost-tolerant, making it perfect for cooler climates.
• In the Northeast, start Red Russian kale seeds indoors around April for transplanting in June.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 3 feet apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 165-175 Red Russian Kale Seeds Per Packet

Uses:

• Very productive plant, high in calcium, and perfect for various dishes.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bring one of the loveliest scents to your garden with our lavender seeds for sale! For hundreds of years, this herb has been used for everything from soothing insomnia to flavoring favorite desserts.

Growing Instructions:
Cold stratify lavender seeds by placing them in moist soil and refrigerating for 3-6 weeks. Plant lavender in full sun and well-drained soil (add organic matter to improve heavy soils). Water plants deeply but infrequently, when the soil is almost dry. Plants grow 20-30 inches tall. Prune in early spring or at harvest time. For low-growing varieties, trim back foliage 1 to 2 inches.
Harvest: 2.5 months, but it comes back.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Time to Maturity: 2.5 months, but it comes back
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Spacing: 1'-3'
Depth: 1/2"
325-350 Seeds Per Packet

Uses:
Perfect for teas, soaps, and essential oils.

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s American Flag Leeks are a delicious addition to soups, stews, and salads. They are also fantastic on the grill! Leeks have a long history, dating back to the ancient Egyptians, and are one of the oldest vegetables cultivated by humans.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed American Flag leek seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Transplant seedlings into a prepared garden or container when they are about 2 inches tall.
• Keep the stems covered with soil to maintain their white color.
• Leeks are ready for harvest after a few light frosts.
• These heirloom leek seeds are also available in bulk.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 6 inches apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 160-165 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 11,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Perfect for soups, stews, salads, and grilling.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1870
• Plant Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co.'s Heirloom American Flag Leeks are a delicious addition to soups, stews, and salads. They are also fantastic on the grill! Leeks have a long history, dating back to the ancient Egyptians, and are one of the oldest vegetables cultivated by humans.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed American Flag leek seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Transplant seedlings into a prepared garden or container when they are about 2 inches tall.
• Keep the stems covered with soil to maintain their white color.
• Leeks are ready for harvest after a few light frosts.
• These heirloom leek seeds are also available in bulk.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 6 inches apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 160-165 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 11,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Perfect for soups, stews, salads, and grilling.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1870
• Plant Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
• Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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This special herb has many uses! Commonly used to treat insomnia and upset stomach, it can also be added to oils or lotions.

Growing Instructions:
Germination takes 10-14 days. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant at a spacing of 45cm (18″) into the garden. Choose a shady spot or a location where plants can be protected from midday sun. Lemon balm prefers fertile, moist soil in a cooler part of the garden.
Harvest: 2.5 months, but it comes back.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Sowing Method: Transplant or direct sow
Time to Maturity/Harvest: 2.5 months, but it comes back
Sun Requirement: Full sun/partial shade ideal
Germination: 70°F
Spacing: 18"-24"
Depth: 1/2"
Height: 20"
Seeds/Oz: 43,000
Seeds Per Packet: 170-175

Uses:
Perfect for aromatherapy.

Additional Information:
Heirloom Year: 1778
Plant Scientific Name: Melissa officinalis
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Buttercrunch Lettuce offers a tender, crisp, buttery flavor and is an excellent grower. This variety is a great all-around Bibb lettuce, perfect for your garden or containers!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Buttercrunch lettuce seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 12" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens."
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.
• We also carry bulk lettuce seeds!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 545-550 Buttercrunch Lettuce Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Perfect for fresh salads and sandwiches.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1963
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Colorful and zesty, Bentley Seed Mesclun Mix is a delightful blend that matures early, making it perfect for baby greens. This mix includes a variety of greens that will brighten up your garden and your plate!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Mesclun Mix seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 8" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens" or "micro greens."
• Mature leaves create a colorful and tasty salad.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.
• Mesclun Mix Seeds include Arugula, Kale, Mustard, Endive, and various lettuce varieties.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 455-460 Mesclun Salad Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 40-65°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Great for fresh salads, garnishes, and sandwiches.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Parris Island Romaine is a classic Romaine lettuce that’s perfect for your garden. Known for its tasty, heat-resistant leaves, this variety is a must-have for any gardener looking to grow a high-quality Romaine lettuce.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Parris Island Romaine seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 8" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens" or micro greens.
• The "meaty" leaves are perfect for Caesar salads.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 905-910 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Ideal for Caesar salads and other fresh, crisp dishes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1952
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Add vibrant color and excellent flavor to your salads with Bentley Seed Red Salad Bowl Lettuce. This variety provides a constant supply of fresh greens, perfect for any salad lover.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Red Salad Bowl Lettuce seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 12" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens."
• Be sure to pick the outside leaves regularly for a continuous supply and to encourage continued growth.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 1 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F
• Spacing: 8"
• Depth: 1/4"
• Height: 6-10"
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• 715-725 Red Salad Bowl Seeds Per Packet

Uses:

• Perfect for small leaf salads and a good source of potassium, magnesium, and vitamin K.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1951
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce is an early-producing green leaf lettuce that is tender and curled, making it perfect for salads and sandwiches. Enjoy the fresh, crisp flavor of this classic variety in your garden!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 8" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens."
• Pull the outside leaves regularly for fresh use to encourage the inside leaves to continue maturing.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 635-640 Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Great for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1885
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Heirloom Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce (1885) is an early-producing green leaf lettuce that is tender and curled, making it perfect for salads and sandwiches. Enjoy the fresh, crisp flavor of this classic variety in your garden!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 8" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens."
• Pull the outside leaves regularly for fresh use to encourage the inside leaves to continue maturing.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 635-640 Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Great for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1885
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Heirloom Buttercrunch Lettuce (1963) offers a tender, crisp, buttery flavor and is an excellent grower. This variety is a great all-around Bibb lettuce, perfect for your garden or containers!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Buttercrunch lettuce seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 12" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens."
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.
• We also carry bulk lettuce seeds!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 545-550 Buttercrunch Lettuce Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Perfect for fresh salads and sandwiches.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1963
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Heirloom Parris Island Romaine (1949) is a classic Romaine lettuce that’s perfect for your garden. Known for its tasty, heat-resistant leaves, this variety is a must-have for any gardener looking to grow a high-quality Romaine lettuce.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Parris Island Romaine seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 8" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens" or micro greens.
• The "meaty" leaves are perfect for Caesar salads.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 905-910 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Ideal for Caesar salads and other fresh, crisp dishes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1952
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Add vibrant color and excellent flavor to your salads with Bentley Seed Heirloom Red Salad Bowl Lettuce. This variety provides a constant supply of fresh greens, perfect for any salad lover.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Red Salad Bowl Lettuce seeds in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Thin plants to 12" apart. The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered "baby greens."
• Be sure to pick the outside leaves regularly for a continuous supply and to encourage continued growth.
• For a second harvest in the fall, plant again in late summer.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 1 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F
• Spacing: 8"
• Depth: 1/4"
• Height: 6-10"
• Seeds/Oz: 25,000
• 715-725 Red Salad Bowl Seeds Per Packet

Uses:

• Perfect for small leaf salads and a good source of potassium, magnesium, and vitamin K.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1951
• Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Lactuca sativa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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The peaceful blue color of the Lupine has been gracing cottage gardens and wildflower fields for ages. It blooms in spring and early summer, making it perfect for filling out your perennial beds with color during that time. Be like The Lupine Lady and sprinkle seeds along the roads in areas that need some brightening up!

Growing Instructions:
Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in spring as soon as you are able to prepare a bed. Lupines have sensitive roots and prefer not to be transplanted. They are happy to grow wild and are perfect for both tended gardens and areas that need an easy "filler."

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Sun Requirement: Sun/Part Shade
Spacing: 18" Apart
Depth: 1/4"
Packet Weight: 600 mg
Bloom Season: Spring to Summer
Height: 36"
Low Maintenance: Yes

Uses:
Cut flowers
Beds
Wildflower gardens

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Lupinus
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co. is proud to offer this garden essential that brings vibrant gold, yellow, and orange hues to your garden. Perfect for containers, these flowers add a cheerful touch to any space. This tall variety is great for integrating into both flower and vegetable gardens to help repel pests.

Growing Instructions:
In a prepared garden bed or container, plant seeds 1/4 inch deep. Thin seedlings to 12" apart.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Time to Maturity: Seeds will sprout in 15-20 days, blooming in about 8 weeks.
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 12"
Depth: 1/4 inch
140-145 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer to Fall
Height: 36"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 6000
Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Uses:
Cut flowers
Containers
Garden beds

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Tagetes
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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