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This book is intended to encourage the next generation to protect pollinators rather than fear them. It highlights that children can take an active role in pollinator preservation simply by "Letting Them Bee."

Blue Lake Organic Bush Beans Bulk Seed

Time-tested reliable and popular bush bean. Exceptionally great flavor, has large yields and is disease resistant. It is ideal for canning as its crop matures all at once.

For faster germination, soak the seeds in water for 30 minutes before planting. Best sown outdoors after all danger of frost is past in the spring, and when the soil is warm. 

SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual
• Sowing Method: Direct sow
  
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: 1.75-2.5 months
  
• Sun Requirement: full sun
  
• Ideal Germination: 65-85°F
  
• Spacing: 2-3”
• Depth: 1/2”
  
• Height: 15-20"
• Seeds/Oz: 107
• Lbs./Acre: 65
• Uses: fresh, cooked, frozen, or canned
• Heirloom Year: 1961 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
  

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The secret ingredient in pizza sauce! A mild sweeter cousin to oregano, this plant is a great addition to your inside kitchen herb garden.

Start seeds inside 8-10 weeks before last frost date. Transplant 6-8 inches apart to prepared garden beds or containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual
• Sowing Method: start inside or direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun Ideal
• Germination: 60°F
• Spacing: 6”-8” apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• Height: 12-24”
• Seeds/Oz: 100000
• Lbs./Acre: 30
• Uses: fresh or dried
• Plant Scientific Name: Origanum majorana

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Oh baby! This sweet, round, smaller watermelon has been enjoyed by many for years! Dark skinned fruit are about 6-8" in diameter.

Can be started inside about 4 weeks before last frost. When spring weather has been consistently warm transplant to rows or hills. Or plant seeds 36" apart outside 2 weeks after last frost in rows or hills. If possible, water during extended dry periods.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 36" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• Seeds/Oz: 400
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 75F
• Sowing Method: Transplant or Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1959 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus

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Beautiful in wildflower gardens and arrangements

The peaceful blues of the Texas Bluebonnet have been gracing cottage gardens and wildflower fields for ages. This flower blooms in spring and early summer, so buy bulk Bluebonnet seeds by the pound to fill entire perennial beds for this time.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Biennial
• Sun Requirement: Full/Part Sun
• Spacing: 18"
• Depth: 1/4"
• Packet Weight: 600mg
• Bloom Season: Spring to Summer
• Height: 12-36 inches
• Low Maintenance: yes
• Seeds Per lb: 15,000
• Lbs Per Acre: 60
• Plant Scientific Name: Lupinus texensis

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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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The classic watermelon! Sporting a dark and light green striped skin with a red flavorful flesh. Oval fruit is about 10" - 12".

Can be started inside about 4 weeks before last frost. When spring weather has been consistently warm transplant to rows or hills. Or plant seeds 36" apart outside 2 weeks after 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
• Seeds/Oz: 400
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80F
• Sowing Method: Transplant or Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1964 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus

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If you’re thinking of starting a salad garden but can’t decide what to grow, Salad Greens Seed Kit is a great answer. 

• BUNCH OF PRIME GARDEN SEEDS: Have a bountiful harvest in every season of the year. 9 varieties of green salad's included-- Arugula, Kale, Swiss Chard, Lettuce (Buttercrunch), Lettuce (Mesclun Mix), Lettuce (Red Salad Bowl), Lettuce (Black Seeded Simpson), Lettuce (Parris Island Cos Romaine), and Spinach. Comes in eco-friendly packaging.
• PERFECT ADDITION TO YOUR GARDEN: Start gardening and have fresh and live plants in your harden. The seed will last for at least 12 months of planting! We source these special, high quality seeds from regional American farms.
• FRESH CROP RETAIL GRADE SEED PACKETS: We are proud to be a longtime supplier of fresh crop, non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds to home gardeners. Over a years worth of NON-GMO Vegetable Plants in every kit! Have multiple planting in your single order.
• GREAT FOR INDOORS & OUTDOORS GARDEN: Starting an outdoor and indoor garden is now quick and easy. Grow a beautiful and paradise-like garden using our seeds items. Plus, the best part is it is easy to grow to, check the back instruction.
• WE SUPPORT HOME PLANT GARDENER: Bentley Seed Co. offering vegetable seeds, flower seeds, herb seeds, wildflower mix, and more. All of our products comply with USDA and all 50 States Dept. of Agriculture guidelines.

Attractive boxed kit. Makes a great gift!

Salad Greens Seeds Kit Contents: 

• Arugula - 1 packet
• Kale (Lacinato)- 1 packet
• Swiss Chard - 1 packet
• Lettuce (Buttercrunch) - 1 packet
• Lettuce (Mesclun Mix) - 1 packet
• Lettuce (Red Salad Bowl)- 1 packet
• Lettuce (Black Seeded Simpson) - 1 packet
• Lettuce (Parris Island Cos Romaine) - 1 packet
• Spinach - 1 packet
• Bentley Seeds seed box
  
• 6 row markers

Water during Dry Periods, Full Sun is best

Heirloom Seed Packets | Natural Wood Row Markers | Sustainable Healthy Living | Home Healing

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Give back to nature with this gorgeous seed mix for bees! It provides nectar and pollen to honey bees, wild bees and other pollinators. It’s also ideal for borders and garden beds. Enjoy!

This mix is a blend of annual and perennial flowers that provide nectar and pollen to wild bees, honey bees and other pollinators. It is well suited for maintained landscapes such as garden beds, borders and managed meadows. Our seeds for bees contain early, mid, and late blooming flowers in order to provide bee forage all season long. Flowers are suitable for short-tongued and long-tongued bees and come in a wide range of colors for an attractive display.

Prepare a bed of loose soil. Sprinkle seeds in prepared area and cover loosely with soil. Keep the area moist until the plants are about 6" tall. It really is that easy!

Bulk Wildflower Seeds for Bees INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual/perennial mix
• Time to Maturity: varies
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 3
• Depth: 0.25"
• Bloom Season: early summer to fall
  
• Height: varies
• Uses: Bee attractant
• Low Maintenance : yes
• Lbs. Per Acre (First Seeding): 12 Pounds
• Lbs. Per Acre (Reseeding): 6 Pounds
• Oz Per 1000 Sq Ft: 5 Ounces
• Region: North America

Mix Breakdown

Chinese Forget-Me-Not, Purple Coneflower, California Poppy, Blue Flax, Lance-Leaved Coreopsis, Annual Baby’s Breath, Corn Poppy, Crimson Clover, Siberian Wallflower, Clasping Coneflower, Indian Blanket, Baby Blue-Eyes, China Aster, Plains Coreopsis, Sweet Alyssum, Lavender Hyssop, Bergamot, Globe Gilia, New England Aster.

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A wonderful sweet onion choice! Mild and sweet, we love this one for it's uniform round shape and resistance to disease.

As soon as soil can be prepared plant seeds 1/4" deep. Thin to 4" apart. These onions prefer a full days sunlight so be sure to plant in an area that sees a maximum daily amount of sunlight. Keep free of weeds as onions do not compete well with them. Great for both garden beds and containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 & 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/8" inch
• Seeds/Oz: 9000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50-85F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: Pre 1900 Heirloom

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Henderson Lima Beans

Henderson Lima Beans are a classic variety that has been found in gardens for generations! These 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
• Lbs./Acre: 80
• 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

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Spaghetti Squash

Bake or boil, fork out the flesh, and top the "spaghetti" with your sauce of choice, or eat it roasted with olive oil. A delightful pasta alternative.

After danger of frost has past plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in prepared garden bed or hills. Thin to 18" apart. Can also be started inside 3-4 weeks before last frost date. Produces on a vine so give it plenty of room to grow. Keep well-watered during the growing season.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vining vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Ideal Germination: 80°F
• Spacing: 18"
• Depth: 1"
• Height: 3-5'
• Seeds/Oz: 350
• Lbs./Acre: 4
• Uses: pasta alternative, roasting, rich with vitamin C, vitamin B6, betacarotene and fiber
• Heirloom Year: 1850 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo

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The perfect carrot for growing, storing and eating!

An ideal carrot for container gardens.

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  is ideal to increase your yield and have a more uniform carrot.

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
• Seeds/Oz: 20000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1870 Heirloom

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Little Marvel Shelling Peas

Small and prolific, this Little Marvel has been banging out the most peas per plant for years! Just pop open one of the pods to reveal 6-9 large, sweet peas. Great for storing and freezing. Shell peas have peas inside a pod that is discarded.

Peas are very frost tolerant so plant as soon as soil can be prepared in early to mid Spring. As soon as soil can be prepared, plant seeds 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart. Prefers a trellis, fence or stake to grown on. Harvest when the peas become plump. The more you pick, the more the plant will produce. Great for containers. Harvest: 2 months

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vining vegetable)
• Sowing Method: direct
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Ideal Germination: 45-75°F
• Spacing: 2"
• Depth: 1"
• Height: 30"
• Seeds/Oz: 125
• Lbs./Acre: 190
• Uses: shell and steam or boil, dry for soups or stews— has vitamin c, iron, as well as carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin
• Heirloom Year: 1900 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Pisum sativum

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All of the awesome flavor of Jalapeno with the added boost of producing in slightly cooler temperatures. A wonderful medium heat to add a boost any dish!

Start inside about 6-8 weeks before last frost date. When first set of true leaves appear transplant to 2" 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.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• Seeds/Oz: 5000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80F
• Sowing Method: Transplant
• Plant Scientific Name: Capsicum
  
• Seed Count: Approx. 74 seeds per 400mg

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Such a great beneficial plant to have fresh from the garden! Cold hardy, dark leaves are delicious and full of nutrients!

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As soon as soil can be prepared plant seeds 1/4" deep. Thin to 12" apart. The seedlings removed during thinning are considered baby spinach and are delicious. Plant in early spring and again in fall 2 months before frost is due. When plants produce a central stem with flower heads (bolting), pull up and discard. Great for containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirements: sun/part shade
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/2"
• Packet Weight: 2.4g
• Seeds/Oz: 2100
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45F-60F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1826 Heirloom

A classic pesto basil! This herb gives you a double dose of both fragrance and flavor. A wonderful choice for growing both inside and outside.

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To start inside plant 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 is passed. Thin to 10" apart. Great for both containers and gardens! Very frost sensitive.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 8"
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• Packet Weight: 500mg
• Bloom Season: n/a
• Height: n/a
• Uses: edible, dried, container, indoor/outdoor
• Seeds/Oz: 10,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 65F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Nothing is quite like the lovely fine texture and taste of the Butternut squash! So great in soups, bisques and casseroles. It stores well and is easy to peel. Win Win!

After danger of frost has past plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in prepared garden bed or hills. Thin to 18" apart. Can also be started inside 3-4 weeks before last frost date. Produces on a vine so give it plenty of room to grow.

SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 18" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• Seeds/Oz: 350
• Lbs./Acre: 3
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 70F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1939

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Round, crunchy and bright cherry red - these radishes have that classic zingy flavor that is so delicious in salads or as a snack!

After danger of frost has passed plant seeds 1/4" deep in prepared soil. Thin seedlings to 3" apart. Plant in early spring and again in fall 1 month before frost is due. Water regularly for best tasting radish. Great for containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 1 month
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 3" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• Seeds/Oz: 2600
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50-80F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Heirloom Year: 1949 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus

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This super sweet variety is delicious right off the vine. A favorite for generations. Both pod and peas are edible.

In early Spring, as soon as soil can be prepared, plant seeds 1" deep and 2" apart. Prefers a trellis, fence or stake to grown on. Plant in early spring and again in fall 2 months before frost is due. Great for containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Depth: 1" inch
• Seeds/Oz: 125
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45-75F
• Sowing Method: Direct
• Plant Scientific Name: Pisum sativum

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