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One of the original heirlooms, the Heirloom Beefsteak is a super-juicy tomato with a tender soft skin. A classic variety with an unbeatable flavor, it produces large fruit.

Growing Instructions:
Start seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant to a prepared garden bed or container after the danger of frost has passed. Tomatoes get bushy and need support from a cage or trellis. Harvest when the tomato is deep red and still firm.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 110-120 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 7500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75F
• Sowing Method: Transplant
• Seed Count: Approx. 115 seeds per 300 mg

Uses:
Perfect for slicing, sandwiches, and salads, Beefsteak tomatoes are known for their rich flavor and large size, making them a favorite in many culinary dishes.

Additional Information:

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

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A gourmet variety, the French Breakfast radish features an oblong shape with red skin, white flesh, and a traditional radish flavor. These radishes grow super quickly, allowing you to add them to your salads and sandwiches in just 3-4 weeks.

Growing Instructions:
After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 1/4" deep in prepared soil. Thin seedlings to 1" to 3" apart. Plant in early spring and again in the fall, about 2 months before the first frost. Water regularly for the best tasting radish. French Breakfast radishes are very easy to grow and are the standard for slicing radishes. They are also great for container gardening.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 3" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• 245-255 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 2600
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50-80°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
These radishes are perfect for fresh salads, as a garnish, or sliced into sandwiches. They offer a mild, peppery flavor and a crisp texture.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1884
• Plant Scientific Name: Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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A great option for gardeners that love variety. This spicy blend of garden favorites will add a unique kick to your dishes.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed salsa pepper seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
• When the first set of true leaves appears, transplant to 2-inch pots.
• After frost has passed, transplant outside in either garden bed or larger containers.
• Peppers like to be warm, so be sure to keep roots mulched.
• Harvest: 3 months.
• Check out this fun salsa canning recipe from our blog!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• Seeds Per Packet: 85-95 Hot Salsa Blend Pepper Seeds

Uses:

• Great pepper for salsa and salads

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Heirloom Honeydew Melon is a delicious, colorful, and high-yielding melon that is perfect for any home garden. Protected by a golden skin, its electric green fruit is sweet, juicy, and refreshing. Enjoy it fresh off the vine or add it to a late summer fruit salad for an extra burst of flavor!

Growing Instructions:

• Bentley Seed Honeydew Melon seeds can be started indoors 4 weeks before the last frost or directly outside once the soil has warmed.
• When transplanting outdoors, avoid disturbing the roots.
• Plant in soil mounds or hills and thin to 2 of the best plants per hill.
• Fertilize during growth.
• Honeydew melons grow to about 3 feet tall.
• Harvest in approximately 3 months.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 35-40
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75-85°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Ideal for fresh eating or adding to fruit salads.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. reticulatus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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This historic turnip variety is the most popular in the home garden. With its traditional flavor, the Purple Top Turnip is great for storage. Enjoy both the roots and the greens of this versatile vegetable.

Growing Instructions:
Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in a prepared garden bed. Thin to 6" apart. Can be planted throughout the season but prefers cooler fall conditions.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 835-845 seeds per packet
• Seeds/Oz: 9,500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
Purple Top Turnips are perfect for roasting, mashing, or using in soups and stews. The greens are also edible and nutritious.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1881
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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One of the classic radish varieties for the home gardener, this radish has a lovely red and white color. It is spicy when small and milder when large, making it very versatile and easy to grow.

Growing Instructions:
After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 1/4" deep in prepared soil. Thin seedlings to 2" apart. Plant in early spring and again in the fall, about 1 month before the first frost. Water regularly for the best tasting radish. These radishes are also great for container gardening.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• 340-350 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 2600
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50-80°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
This radish is perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, or as a crunchy addition to sandwiches. It offers a delightful combination of spicy and mild flavors depending on its size.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1880
• Plant Scientific Name: Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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These heirloom beet seeds yield sweet and beautiful produce! The pink and white stripes complement any dish, making them a colorful addition to your garden.

Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Chioggia Beet seeds in deep, moist, rich soil.
• Cover lightly with soil and water evenly.
• Thin the seedlings when they 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 them as you would spinach.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
• Spacing: 1" apart
• Planting Depth: 1/2"
• Height: 2-4"
• Seeds Per Ounce: 1,150
• Seeds Per Packet: 220-225

Uses:

• Great for eating raw or cooking with.
• An excellent source of manganese, folate, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, and fiber.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1840
• Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris

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Heirloom Henderson Lima Beans are a classic variety that has been a favorite in gardens for generations. These Bentley Seed heirloom lima bean seeds grow into a productive, bushy plant that thrives in both garden beds and containers.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant heirloom lima bean seeds about 1 1/2 inches deep and 3 inches apart, after the danger of frost has passed.
• They can be planted in rows or sections 2 feet apart.
• No trellis is needed as Henderson Lima Beans grow low to the ground in a compact bush.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Spacing: 3" apart
• Planting Depth: 1 1/2"
• Height: 18-24"
• Seeds Per Ounce: 100
• Seeds Per Packet: 10-15

Uses:

• Great for salads, casseroles, soups, and canning.
• Low-fat source of healthy complex carbs, fiber, and protein.
• Rich in potassium, iron, magnesium, and vitamin C.
• Also provides zinc, calcium, vitamin K, and vitamin A.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1888
• Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus lunatus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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These heirloom radishes are round, crunchy, and bright cherry red with that classic zingy flavor, making them a delicious addition to salads or a perfect snack! They grow quickly, with a seed-to-salad time of just 4 weeks. Additionally, they can be used as a microgreen, adding a tasty crunch to salads and sandwiches.

Growing Instructions:
After the danger of frost has passed, plant Cherry Belle radish seeds 1/4" deep in prepared soil. Thin seedlings to 3" apart. Plant in early spring and again in fall, about one month before the first frost is expected. Water regularly for the best tasting radishes. These radishes are great for container gardening.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 3" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 255-265 Heirloom Radish Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 2600
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50-80°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
These radishes are perfect for fresh salads, as a garnish, or as a crunchy addition to sandwiches. They can also be enjoyed as microgreens, providing a fresh, peppery taste.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1884
• Plant Scientific Name: Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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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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The classic watermelon, sporting a dark and light green striped skin with a red, flavorful flesh. The oval fruit typically measures about 10" to 12".

Growing Instructions:
Seeds can be started indoors about 4 weeks before the last frost. When spring weather has been consistently warm, transplant to rows or hills. Alternatively, plant seeds 36" apart outside, 2 weeks after the last frost in rows or hills. If possible, water during extended dry periods.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 36" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• 40-50 seeds per packet
• Seeds/Oz: 400
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant or Direct

Uses:
Watermelons are perfect for fresh eating, enjoying their sweet and refreshing flavor.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1964
• Plant Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Grow a classic favorite with our Sweet Genovese Basil Seeds, known for their aroma and fresh flavor. This variety is ideal for homemade pesto, cooking, and everyday use, offering a reliable harvest throughout the season. These spring planting seeds are easy to grow and thrive both indoors and outdoors, making them a great choice for gardeners of all levels.

Perfect for containers, windowsills, or garden beds, these non-GMO seeds for summer garden growth produce fragrant, flavorful leaves you can enjoy all season long.

Growing Instructions:
To start inside, plant sweet Genovese basil seeds 1/4 inch deep in starting mix. Transplant 10" apart after all danger of frost has passed. To start outside, plant in late spring when danger of frost has passed. Thin to 10" apart. Great for both containers and gardens! Sweet basil seeds are very frost sensitive.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 8"
Depth: 1/4 inch
320-330 Sweet Basil Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 2-3 feet
Seeds/Oz: 10,000
Ideal Germination Temperature: 65°F
Sowing Method: Transplant
Seed Count: Approx. 290 seeds per 400mg

Uses:
Edible, dried, container, indoor/outdoor

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Check out a fun pesto recipe from our How to Garden Blog here.

Add our exclusive Bentley Seed Row markers here!

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Bake or boil Heirloom Spaghetti Squash, fork out the flesh, and top it with your favorite sauce, or enjoy it roasted with olive oil. It’s a delightful pasta alternative.

Growing Instructions:
After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in a prepared garden bed or hills. Thin seedlings to 18" apart. You can also start the seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost date. This squash grows on a vine, so be sure to give it plenty of space. Keep the plants well-watered throughout the growing season.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vining vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
• Spacing: 18" apart
• Depth: 1"
• Height: 3-5'
• Seeds/Oz: 350
• Seeds Per Packet: 10-15

Uses:
Spaghetti squash is a great pasta alternative and can be roasted or baked. It's rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6, beta-carotene, and fiber.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1850
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Clemson Spineless Okra is a traditional Southern favorite known for its high yields. A home garden standard, this variety provides you with a generous supply of tender pods and edible white flowers. It’s perfect for soups, gumbo, and other delicious dishes. Fun to grow and harvest, Clemson Spineless Okra is sure to be a garden favorite.

Growing Instructions:

• After the danger of frost has passed, plant Bentley Seed Clemson Spineless Okra seeds in a prepared garden bed or container.
• Clip pods frequently to encourage continued production.
• Avoid leaving larger pods on the plant, as they can become tough and less tasty.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 55-60 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Perfect for soups, gumbo, and other Southern dishes. Edible white flowers are also a unique addition.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1939
• Plant Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Compact and early! Bentley Seed Heirloom Copenhagen Early Cabbage seeds produce compact heads that are perfect for small and large gardens alike.

Growing Instructions
• Start seeds indoors about one month before the last frost date
• Transplant seedlings to a sunny location, spacing 12–18 inches apart
• If available, mix humus into the garden soil
• Keep shallow roots mulched to prevent damage and suppress weeds
• Water regularly during dry periods

Seed Information
• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: ~2.5 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 18" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• Seeds per Packet: 350–355

Uses
• Ideal for garden beds of all sizes
• Great for home vegetable production

Additional Information
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. capitata
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Small but prolific, Heirloom Little Marvel peas have been a favorite for years, producing the most peas per plant! With 6-9 large, sweet peas in each pod, these peas are perfect for fresh eating, storing, or freezing. Shell peas have peas inside a pod that is discarded after harvesting.

Growing Instructions:

• Peas are very frost-tolerant, so plant as soon as the soil can be prepared in early to mid-spring.
• Plant Bentley Seed Little Marvel Shelling seeds 1" deep and 2" apart.
• Prefers a trellis, fence, or stakes to grow on.
• Great for containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vining vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45-75°F
• Spacing: 2"
• Depth: 1"
• Height: 30"
• Seeds/Oz: 125
• Seeds Per Packet: 30-40

Uses:

• Shell and steam or boil, or dry for soups and stews.
• Rich in vitamin C, iron, and carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1900 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Pisum sativum
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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The classic yellow squash of summer, this variety is tender, delicious, and prolific. It has the best flavor when picked at a smaller size.

Growing Instructions:
After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 1 inch deep and 24" apart in hills or rows. This squash can also be grown in large containers. The bush-type plants make this variety ideal for limited space or raised bed gardens.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• 45-55 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 375
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75-90°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
This yellow squash is perfect for fresh cooking, sautéing, grilling, or adding to casseroles. Its tender texture and mild flavor make it a versatile ingredient in many dishes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1807
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Oh, lovely sweet melon! Heirloom Hales Best Cantaloupe is one of the best-known melons and is very productive.

Growing Instructions:

• Cantaloupe seeds from Bentley Seed can be started indoors 4 weeks before the last frost or directly sown outdoors after the soil has warmed.
• When transplanting outdoors, do not disturb the roots.
• Plant in soil mounds or hills, and thin to 2 of the best plants per hill.
• Using a good-quality garden fertilizer of your choice, following the manufacturer's directions, will increase your yields.
• Water during hot, dry periods.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• 35-40 Cantaloupe Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 850
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75-85°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1823 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Cold hardy and a prolific producer, our Heirloom Long Island Brussels Sprout seeds have been a garden standard for over 100 years!

Growing Instructions:

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

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 260-265

Uses:

• Great for cooking and salads.
• Excellent source of vitamins and minerals.

Additional Information:

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

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An easy, productive green bean seed choice for your garden! Heirloom Provider Bush Beans are wonderful space-savers, making them perfect for smaller gardens or container gardening.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Provider Bush Bean seeds about 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart, after the danger of frost has passed.
• They can be planted in rows or sections 3 feet apart.
• No trellis is needed as Provider Bush Beans grow low to the ground in a compact bush.
• These beans are a very prolific producer.
• We also offer bulk green bean seeds.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1.5 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Planting Depth: 1 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 20-30
• Seeds Per Ounce: 100
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
• Sowing Method: Direct sow

Uses:

• Great for canning, freezing, and eating fresh, allowing you to enjoy the multiple health benefits of beans during the growing season and beyond!

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1965
• Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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