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

Initial cuttings will be ready in about two years, and then harvested annually thereafter. Asparagus is worth the wait! Healthy and succulent, you can grill or freeze your harvest for later.

Growing Instructions:

• Start indoors 8-12 weeks before your last frost and keep the seeds moist.
• Seedlings will emerge in 10-14 days.
• Alternatively, you can direct sow in the spring when the soil temperature is 60°F or warmer.
• Harden off seedlings and transplant them to a permanent bed that won’t be disturbed once they reach 6-10 inches tall.
• Important: Do not harvest during the first year. Wait until late fall to cut back the tops for regrowth the following year.
• Harvest begins in 24 months.
  

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Perennial (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Transplant or direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: 24 months
• Sun Requirement: Full Sun is ideal
• Germination Temperature: 60°F or warmer
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Planting Depth: 1/2"
• Height: 9"
• Seeds Per Ounce: 360
• Seeds Per Packet: 50

Uses:

Eating and freezing; rich in nutrients such as fiber, folate, and vitamins A, C, and K

Additional Information:

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

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These 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: 1949
• Plant Scientific Name: Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Southern Giant Curled India Mustard offers long-lasting greens with that classic zippy mustard flavor. These greens are perfect for adding a punch to salads, sandwiches, or cooked dishes!

Growing Instructions:

• Plant Bentley Seed Southern Giant Curled India Mustard seeds 1/4 inch deep in early spring.
• Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart.
• Harvest throughout the growing season to encourage new growth.
• Ideal for container gardening and easy to grow!

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 1 ½ months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 895-900 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 15,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 45-65°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Great for adding to salads, sandwiches, and cooked dishes for a spicy, zesty flavor.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: Pre-1900
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Celebrate a new arrival with our Baby Shower Sage Green Bouquet Custom Seed Packets. This soft, botanical design makes the perfect favor for guests, giving them a keepsake they can plant and enjoy long after the celebration ends. Personalize each packet with names, dates, or a short message to create a meaningful, one-of-a-kind gift.

• Personalize Front and Back: Add your special message for a unique touch.

• Eco-Friendly Materials: Made from recycled paper and printed with soy-based inks.

• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½".

• Order Quantity: 50+.

Why Choose This Wildflower Mix?

Celebrate your special moments with our Sage Green Oh Baby custom seed packets! Perfect for baby showers or birth announcements, these charming, gender-neutral packets feature a delightful kraft-look design. They make a thoughtful and eco-friendly favor for guests at both boys’ and girls’ baby showers.

Each packet contains our Bouquet Wildflower Mix, a low-maintenance blend that’s easy to grow and produces stunning blooms, perfect for creating floral arrangements.

Planting Instructions:

1. Prepare a bed of loose soil.

2. Sprinkle seeds in the area and cover loosely with soil.

3. Keep soil moist until plants are about 6" tall.

It’s that simple!

Seed Details:

• Lifecycle: Annual/perennial mix

• Sun Requirement: Full sun

• Packet Weight: 300 mg

• Seeds Per Packet: 140150

• Bloom Season: Summer to fall

• Height: Varies

• Uses: Cut flowers

• Low Maintenance: Yes

Seed Mix Includes:
Painted Daisy, Rocket 'Imperial Mix' Larkspur, Single Mix China Aster, Dwarf Mixed Cosmos, Lance Leaved Coreopsis, Sulphur 'Bright Lights Mix' Cosmos, Purple Coneflower, Blanketflower, 'Alaska' Shasta Daisy, Sweet William Pinks, Bishop's Flower, Clarkia, Gloriosa Daisy, Mexican Hat, Plains Coreopsis.

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Disclaimer for Personalized Seed Packets

Please note that by submitting your order, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. Personalization Accuracy: We are not responsible for any misspellings, typographical errors, resolution issue, or incorrect information provided by the customer during the personalization process. Please double-check all text/graphics before submitting your order to ensure accuracy.
2. Design Variations: The appearance of the graphic and personalized text, including font style, font size, and font color, may vary slightly between what you see on your screen and the final printed product due to differences in screen resolution and printing processes. We strive to match the design as closely as possible, but slight variations may occur.
3. No Returns on Personalized Items: Due to the customized nature of our seed packets, personalized items are non-refundable unless there is a manufacturing defect or error on our part.  Always contact us with any concerns.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your personalization, please don’t hesitate to contact us before completing your order.

Tall Utah Celery grows in tall, tight bundles, making it a great space saver. This tall and compact celery variety will make every celery lover cheer! Bentley Seed Tall Utah Celery Seed is perfect for gardeners who don’t have a lot of space. The dark green stalks are flavorful and provide a delicious aroma throughout the growing season. Celery takes a full summer to grow and mature, but Tall Utah is definitely worth the wait!

Growing Instructions:

• Start seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Transplant to a prepared garden or container when seedlings are 2 inches tall.
• Keep well-watered.
• It's okay to harvest after a few light frosts.
• Days to Maturity: 100-200 days.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 1755-1765 Heirloom Celery Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 35,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1953 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Apium graveolens var. dulce

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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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Heirloom Tall Utah Celery grows in tall, tight bundles, making it a great space saver. This tall and compact celery variety will make every celery lover cheer! Bentley Seed Tall Utah Celery Seed is perfect for gardeners who don’t have a lot of space. The dark green stalks are flavorful and provide a delicious aroma throughout the growing season. Celery takes a full summer to grow and mature, but Tall Utah is definitely worth the wait!

Growing Instructions:

• Start seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Transplant to a prepared garden or container when seedlings are 2 inches tall.
• Keep well-watered.
• It's okay to harvest after a few light frosts.
• Days to Maturity: 100-200 days.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 3 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 1755-1765 Heirloom Celery Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 35,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1953 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Apium graveolens var. dulce
• 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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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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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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Delicious, peppery, colorful, and fresh Bentley Seed Spicy Mix Microgreens are ready to harvest in just two weeks from sowing in your window! These vitamin-rich greens are perfect for growing year-round indoors. Add a fun kick and vibrant color to sandwiches, salads, omelettes, soups, avocado toast, and more. Also known as "baby greens," this mix includes a combination of Cress, Cabbage, Radish, and Mustards.

Growing Instructions:

• Plant in prepared soil 1/4 inch deep.
• Sow every 10 days for a continual harvest.
• Seed thickly and grow indoors in a container or greenhouse.
• Heat can speed germination, but keep the soil moist.
• Keep dark until seedlings sprout, then provide regular light. Water regularly.
• Trim when the microgreens reach 1-2" with scissors and wash before eating.
• Harvest in 10-15 days.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Sowing Method: Direct sow
• Time to Maturity/Harvest: 10-15 days
• Sun Requirement: Dark then sun
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55°F
• Spacing: 1/4"
• Depth: 1/4"
• Height: 1.5-3"
• Seeds/Oz: 15,500
• Seeds Per Packet: 1,050-1,060
• Seeding Rate (per 10"x 20" tray): 18 grams

Uses:

• Perfect for garnishes, smoothies, salads, and more. Packed with antioxidants and nutrients like potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium, and copper.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Names: Lepidium sativum, Brassica oleracea var. capitata, Raphanus sativus, Brassica juncea
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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

Growing Instructions:

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

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 16" apart
• Depth: 1/2 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 145-150 Calabrese Broccoli seeds
• Seeds Per Ounce: 9,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-65°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Great for cooking, salads, or eating raw.
• Excellent source of vitamins and minerals.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1880
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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A lovely, sweet-flavored onion with a flat, round shape. With its white interior and purple skins, it looks gorgeous in salads or on the grill. Red onions store well and add both beauty and flavor to your meals.

Growing Instructions:

• As soon as the soil can be prepared, plant red onion seeds 1/4" deep.
• Thin to 4" apart.
• These red onions prefer "long days," so ensure they are planted in an area that receives the maximum amount of sunlight each day.
• Keep the area free of weeds, as onions do not compete well with them.
• Red onions are great for both garden beds and containers.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 4" apart
• Depth: 1/4"
• 120-125 Red Onion Seeds Per Packet

Uses:

• Red onions are perfect for salads, grilling, or any dish that needs a touch of sweetness and color.

Additional Information:

• Plant Scientific Name: Allium cepa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Bentley Seed Co. Evergreen Bunching Onions

Sweet, mild, and tender, these Evergreen Bunching Onions, also known as scallions, are perfect for cooking or eating raw. They provide fresh flavor and can be grown in small spaces, making them a great addition to any garden.

Growing Instructions:

• As soon as the soil can be prepared, plant seeds 1/4" deep.
• Thin plants to a spacing of 6" apart.
• These onions do not produce large bulbs but can be grown in small spaces.
• Build up hills of soil around the bottom of the stalks to encourage more white onion growth under the surface, maximizing your harvest.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 2 months
• Sun Requirement: Sun
• Spacing: 6" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 275-285 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 9000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 50-85°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:

• Perfect for salads, garnishes, or added to cooked dishes. These onions are a mild and tender addition to many recipes.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: Pre-1900
• Plant Scientific Name: Allium cepa
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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

Growing Instructions:

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

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 75-80 Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 9,000
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-80°F
• Sowing Method: Direct

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1884 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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Heirloom 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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One of the classic heirloom 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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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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