A staple of Mediterranean cuisine. Bentley Seed Green Globe Artichoke Grows best with a long, mild growing season, but can grow as an annual in cooler regions.

Colorful flower buds appear year round in warm climates. Cut back to the ground after it has flowered to encourage regrowth.

Group 3 seeds every 6 inches. Start seeds indoors 12 weeks before your average last spring frost date. After 4 weeks transplant outside. Protect seedlings from frost. Harvest buds while they are closed. After initial harvest, side shoots will produce delicious smaller bonus buds. Harvest: 5 months

SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: perennial in warm weather, annual is cool climates (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: transplant
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: 5 months
• Sun Requirement: sun Ideal
• Germination: 70-79°F
• Spacing: 3"
• Depth: 1/2"
• Height: 5'
• Seeds/Oz: 630
• Seeds Per Packet: 50
• Uses: eating, great for dips, rich in iodine, calcium, iron, protein and vitamins A, B1, and C
• Heirloom Year: 1863 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Spice up your salad mix with arugula! The white flowers are also edible with a spicy, nutty flavor.

Start planting arugula seeds in a prepared container or garden bed in early spring. Can be harvested as soon as 20 days for baby greens. Flowers are edible. You can also purchase arugula seeds in bulk from us. Also known as rucola.

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

ARUGULA SEEDS INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual
• Time to Maturity: about 1 month
• Sun Requirement: sun/part shade
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 320-325 Arugula Seeds Per Packet
• Bloom Season: n/a
• Height: Leafy plants grow 6 to 12 inches while in the harvest stage.
• Uses: edible, container, salad mix
• Low Maintenance : yes
• Plant Scientific Name: Eruca vesicaria ssp. sativa

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A perennial vegetable, plant Mary Washington Asparagus once and enjoy these delicious spears season after season.

Initial cuttings will be ready in two years, and then annually after. Asparagus is worth waiting for. Healthy and succulent, grill or freeze to save your harvest!

Start indoors 8-12 weeks and keep moist. Seedlings emerge in 10-14 days. Alternately, direct sow in the spring when soil is 60° or warmer. Harden off and move outside to a bed that will not be disturbed when seedlings are 6-10 inches tall. Do not harvest the first year. Wait until late fall to cut tops for the following years regrowth. Harvest in 24 months.

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: perennial (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: transplant or direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: 24 months
• Sun Requirement: Full Sun is Ideal
• Germination: 60°F or warmer
• Spacing: 2"
• Depth: 1/2"
• Height: 9"
• Seeds/Oz: 360
• Seeds Per Packet: 50
• Uses: eating and freezing, full of nutrients including fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and K
• Heirloom Year: 1900 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Asparagus officinalis

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Henderson Lima Beans are a classic variety that has been found in gardens for generations!

These Bentley Seed heirloom lima bean seeds grow into a productive, bushy plant that does well in both garden beds and containers.

Heirloom lima bean seeds should be planted about 1 1/2 inches deep and 3 inches apart after danger of frost. Can be planted in rows or sections 2 feet apart. No need for trellis as Henderson Lima Beans grow low to the ground in a compact bush.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Ideal Germination: 75°F
• Spacing: 3"
• Depth: 1 1/2"
• Height: 18-24"
• Seeds/Oz: 100
• Seeds Per Packet: 10-15
• Uses: salads, casseroles, soups, canning— low-fat source of healthy complex carbs, fiber, and protein, rich in potassium, iron, magnesium, and vitamin C, they also provide zinc, calcium, vitamin K, and vitamin A
• Heirloom Year: 1888 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus lunatus

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean seeds have been producing hearty, flavorful beans for generations. Bentley Seeds Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans Tall, vigorous and productive!

Plant seeds in rows 3 feet apart after danger of frost. Seeds should be planted about 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart. Kentucky Wonder Heirloom Pole Beans require something to grow on. Be sure to provide a trellis, poles or a fence for them to climb!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• 20-25 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 100
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1850 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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An easy, productive green bean seed choice for your garden! Wonderful space savers for a smaller garden or for growing in containers.

Use tasty Bentley Seeds Provider Bush Beans for canning, freezing and eating fresh to enjoy the multiple health benefits of beans during the growing season and beyond!

Provider Bush Bean seeds should be planted about 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart after danger of frost. Can be planted in rows or sections 3 feet apart. No need for trellis as Provider Bush Beans grow low to the ground in a compact bush. Very prolific producer. We also carry bulk green bean seeds.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 1 & 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• 20-30 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 100
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1965 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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These heirloom beet seeds yield sweet and beautiful produce! Pink and white stripes compliment any dish!

Plant Chioggia Beet seeds in deep, moist rich soil. Cover lightly with soil and water evenly. Thin when seedlings are 3-4 inches tall. Plant your Bentley Seed Chioggia Beet seeds from spring to fall for a continuous harvest.  The thinned greens can be eaten!  Prepare the greens as you would spinach.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Ideal Germination: 70°F
• Spacing: 1"
• Depth: 1/2"
• Height: 2-4"
• Seeds/Oz: 1,150
• Seeds Per Packet: 220-225
• Uses: eating raw and cooking with, excellent source of manganese, folate, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and fiber
• Heirloom Year: 1840 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Wholesome and beneficial! Bring the heart benefits and superb taste of Detroit Red Beets to your garden!

Plant Bentley Seed Detroit Dark Red Beet seeds in deep, moist rich soil. Cover lightly with soil and water evenly. Thin when seedlings are 3-4 inches tall. Plant from spring to fall for a continuous harvest. The thinned greens can be eaten!  Treat the greens as you would spinach.

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• 175-185 Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 1500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1982 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris

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Enjoy this cold hardy plant from spring to fall! Prolific and healthy, Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli is a must-have!

Bentley Seed Calabrese Broccoli seeds can be planted 1/2 inch deep in spring and again in midsummer for a second fall harvest. Thin seedlings to 16" apart. After you harvest the main head, leave the stem and enjoy smaller heads that continue to form on side shoots!

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 16" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• 145-150 Calabrese Broccoli Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 9000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-65F
• Sowing Method: Transplant
• Heirloom Year: 1880 Heirloom Broccoli
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica

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Cold hardy! A prolific producer, our Long Island Improved Brussel Sprout seeds have been a garden standard for over a 100 years!

Bentley Seed Long Island Brussel Sprout Seeds can be planted in garden in spring 1/4 inch deep in prepared soil or started inside in April. Thin plants 20" apart. Water regularly. Roots are shallow and should be mulched to protect from weeds and potential damage. The Long Island Improved Brussel Sprout is sweeter after a few frosts!

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 260-265 Seeds Per Packet 
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera

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Compact and early! Bentley Seed Copenhagen early cabbage seeds produce compact heads that are perfect for small and large gardens.

Start your Copenhagen cabbage seeds inside about a month before last frost date. Plant seedlings in sunny location about 12-18 inches apart. If available, add humus to garden soil. Keep the shallow roots mulched to protect them from damage and weeds. Water during dry periods.

COPENHAGEN CABBAGE SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 18" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 350-355 Seeds Per Packet 
• Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Excellent for storing and processing! Bentley Seed late Flat Dutch Cabbage variety produces a 12" across and up to a 6 pound head - can't beat that!

Start these Flat Dutch Cabbage seeds inside about a month before last frost date. Plant seedlings in sunny location about 12-18 inches apart. If available, add humus to garden soil. Keep the shallow roots mulched to protect them from damage and weeds. Water during dry periods.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 & 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 280-290 Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 6500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45-75F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1860 Heirloom

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Pak Choi translates to "Soup Spoon", and was chosen for this delicious plants leaf shape!

Buy Bentley Seeds pak choi seeds not only because this versatile plant brings a mild flavored crispy leaf to your salads, soups, and stir fries, but its stalks can also be enjoyed much like celery! Pak Choi is quickly becoming a favorite amongst gardeners for its versatility and ease to grow!

These plants will produce big cabbages, weighing up to 15 pounds! That's a lot of cabbage for making yummy, nutritious dishes. 

Plant seeds in prepared soil. 1/4 inch deep. Thin to 8"-10". The young thinnings can be eaten and are considered baby greens. Plant again in late summer for a second harvest in fall. Harvest: 2 months

PAK CHOI SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 480-520 Brassics Rapa Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 6800
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60-65F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Plant Scientific Name:  Brassica rapa

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Behold the glorious red cabbage! Perk up your meal with nutrients and color!

Start Bentley Seed red acre cabbage seeds inside about a month before last frost date. Plant seedlings in sunny location about 12-18 inches apart. If available, add humus to garden soil. Keep the shallow roots mulched to protect them from damage and weeds. Water during dry periods.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 275-280 Red Acre Cabbage Seeds Per Packet  
• Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Compact and mild carrots. Danvers half long are the perfect carrot for growing, storing and eating!

Seeds can be planted 1/2 inch deep in spring and again in midsummer for a second fall harvest. Thin seedlings to 2" apart. Planting Bentley Seeds Danvers Half Long Carrot Seeds in raised beds or containers is ideal to increase your yield and have a more uniform carrot. Be sure that your soil is as free as possible of stones.

DANVERS CARROT SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• 700-705 Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 20000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1870 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Great Carrots for Containers! Bentley Seeds Nantes Carrots are the perfect carrot of growing, storing and eating! This is an ideal carrot for container gardens.

Nantes carrot seeds can be planted 1/2 inch deep in spring and again in midsummer for a second fall harvest. Thin seedlings to 2" apart. Planting in raised beds or containers is ideal to increase your yield and have a more uniform carrot.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• 305-310 Nantes Carrot Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 20000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1870 Heirloom

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½" 

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Early, high-quality and versatile. Cauliflower is packed full of vitamins C, K, B6, and folate. What more could you need? Bentley Seed Snowball Seed is Fast-growing, can thrive into the fall & winter.

Start seeds inside about a month before last frost date. Plant seedlings in sunny location about 24 inches apart. When the white head appears, tie the outer leaves over it to protect from the sun and keep it white.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 75-80 Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 9000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-80F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1884 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Tall Utah Celery grows in tall, tight bundles. Great space saver.

This tall and compact celery variety makes every celery lover cheer! Bentley Seed Tall Utal Celery Seed  is a great variety for gardeners that don’t have a large space. Dark green stalks are flavorful and provide  a delicious aroma all growing season! Celery takes a full summer to grow and mature, but Tall Utah is worth the wait!

Start inside about 8-10 weeks before last frost date. Transplant to prepared garden or container when 2 inches tall. Keep well-watered. Ok to harvest after a few light frosts. Days to Maturity: 100–200 days.

TALL UTAH CELERY SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 1755-1765 Heirloom Celery Seeds Per Packet 
• Seeds/Oz: 35000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1953 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Apium graveolens var. dulce

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½" 

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

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

HEIRLOOM COLLARD GREEN SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 360-365 Heirloom Collard Green Seeds Per Packet 
  
• Seeds/Oz: 8400
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1879 Southern Giant Vegetable Seeds
  
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea

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Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Small ears of this sweet corn fit perfect on your plate! Yellow and juicy. Can be used for early planting and does well in cool soil. Enjoy fresh or freeze for later!

Home gardener's favorite for years! Sweet and tasty - Bentley Seeds Golden Bantam Corn is soon to be your favorite too!

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

GOLDEN BANTAM 8 ROW SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Ideal Germination: 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
• Heirloom Year: 1902 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Zea mays

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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