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Velvet Queen Sunflower Seeds offer bold color for the garden and are loved by pollinators. These sunflowers are show-stopping with their rich, vivid, velvet-like color. The flowers feature russet red petals and a dark, purple-brown center, making them great cutting flowers. Sunflowers are low-maintenance, making them an ideal flower for kids to try.

Press Velvet Queen seeds 1/2 inch deep into loose soil. Plant seeds about 12 inches apart. Water and enjoy! Bloom season: Mid-Summer.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Sowing Method: Direct sow
Time to Maturity: 2.5-3 months
Bloom Season: Mid to late Summer
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Ideal Germination: 65-85°F
Spacing: 12" apart
Depth: 1/2"
Height: 5-7'
Seeds/Oz: 1,000
Low Maintenance: Yes

Uses:
Food for birds, cut flowers, back borders

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

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Red means hot! These babies pack a tasty punch as they go from yellow to red. The longer they stay on the vine, the hotter the pepper. Perfect for the spice lover! Bentley Seed Hungarian Hot Wax peppers have a wide Scoville unit range of 5,000 to 15,000.

Growing Instructions:

• Start seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
• When the first set of true leaves appear, transplant to 2-inch pots.
• After frost has passed, transplant outside in either garden beds or larger containers.
• Peppers like to be warm, so be sure to keep the roots mulched.
• Harvest in approximately 3 months.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• Seed Count: Approx. 70 seeds per 400mg
• Seeds Per Packet: 70-80

Uses:

• Great pepper for salsa or seasoning.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
• 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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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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Bake or boil 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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A lovely flower and edible herb, Chamomile is perfect for calming the mind and soothing the spirit. The flowers can be dried, frozen, or used fresh for teas, infusions, and shampoos.

Growing Instructions:
Best started indoors about 4 weeks before transplanting outside. Transplant to a prepared garden or container when seedlings are small and have 3 true leaves. Harvest flowers when in full bloom. Chamomile can be harvested multiple times per season.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: About 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Depth: 1/8 inch
• 895-900 seeds per packet
• Bloom Season: Early to midsummer
• Height: 15-24 inches
• Seeds/Oz: 310,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 65°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:
Edible, medicinal, dried, container, flower

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Matricaria chamomilla
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Add a spicy, nutty twist to your salad mix with arugula! The white flowers are also edible and offer a unique flavor.

Planting Instructions:

• Plant arugula seeds in a prepared container or garden bed in early spring
• Baby greens can be harvested in as little as 20 days.
• Arugula flowers are edible, too.
• Bulk arugula seeds are also available for purchase.
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
  
  

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: Approximately 1 month
• Sun Requirement: Sun/Part Shade
• Spacing: 8" apart
• Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 320-325
• Bloom Season: N/A
• Height: Leafy plants grow 6 to 12 inches during the harvest stage

Uses:

Additional Information:

• Low Maintenance: Yes
• Plant Scientific Name: Eruca vesicaria ssp. sativa

No need for a fire extinguisher with our Jalapeño M Seeds! Although this falls into the "hot" category, this popular pepper won’t have you running for the water fountain! Bentley Seed Jalapeño M Pepper Hotness measures 3,5008,000 Scoville units. This is a great, versatile hot pepper for salsa or seasoning.

Growing Instructions:

• Start inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
• When the 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.
• Harvest: 3 months.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual
• Time to Maturity: 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• Seed Count: Approx. 74 seeds per 400mg
• Seeds Per Packet: 60-70

Uses:

• Great pepper for salsa.

Additional Information:

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

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Grow your own pickling favorites with our Boston Pickling cucumber seed packets, known for their crisp texture, white flesh, and ideal small size. These cucumbers are perfect for making sweet, sour, dill, or garlic pickles right at home. These spring planting seeds are easy to grow and thrive in garden beds or containers, producing reliable yields throughout the season.

A great choice for home gardeners and canning enthusiasts, these non-GMO seeds for summer garden growth deliver fresh, flavorful cucumbers ready for harvesting and preserving.

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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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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Such a great beneficial plant to have fresh from the garden! Cold-hardy with dark leaves, this spinach is delicious and packed with nutrients.

Growing Instructions:
As soon as the soil can be prepared, plant seeds 1/4" deep. Thin the seedlings to 12" apart. The seedlings removed during thinning are considered baby spinach and are delicious. Plant in early spring and again in fall, about 2 months before the first frost. When plants begin to produce a central stem with flower heads (bolting), pull them up and discard. This spinach is also great for container gardening.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun/part shade
• Spacing: 12" apart
• Depth: 1/2"
• 225-230 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 2100
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45°F-60°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
This spinach is perfect for fresh salads, sautéing, or adding to smoothies. Its dark, nutritious leaves are a great addition to many dishes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1826
• Plant Scientific Name: Spinacia oleracea
• 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"

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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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Wholesome and beneficial, Detroit Red Beets offer superb taste and heart health benefits, making them a great addition to your garden!

Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Growing Instructions:

• Plant seeds in deep, moist, rich soil.
• Cover lightly with soil and water evenly.
• Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall.
• Plant from spring to fall for a continuous harvest.
• The thinned greens can be eaten—treat them as you would spinach.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3.5 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 175-185
• Seeds Per Ounce: 1,500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F
• Sowing Method: Direct sow

Uses:

• Great for cooking.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals with excellent health benefits.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1982
• Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris

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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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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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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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Did you know that zucchini is such a great vegetable that some towns even have festivals to celebrate it? It’s so prolific that many recipes, including brownies, call for it! 

Growing Instructions:
After the danger of frost has passed, plant seeds 1 inch deep and 24" apart in hills or rows. Zucchini can also be grown in large containers. Each plant produces a multitude of fruits, making it a very productive choice for your garden.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1 inch
• 15-20 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 200
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 85°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
Zucchini is versatile in the kitchen. It's great for sautéing, grilling, or adding to bread, muffins, and even brownies!

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1957
• Plant Scientific Name: Cucurbita
• 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 Buttercrunch Lettuce is a tender, crisp Bibb variety known for its smooth texture and buttery flavor. It is a reliable grower that performs well in both garden beds and containers, making it a great choice for home gardeners. These spring planting seeds are ideal for early-season planting and produce fresh, leafy harvests throughout the growing season.

Perfect for salads and everyday use, Buttercrunch lettuce is easy to grow and well-suited for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. These non-GMO seeds for summer garden growth offer a consistent, high-quality harvest that fits well in any backyard or container garden setup.

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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