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This historic turnip variety is the most popular in the home garden. With its traditional flavor, the Heirloom 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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Bring this bright, happy, easy-to-grow flower to your home! Blooms in a rainbow of colors including pink, purple, red, orange, white, and yellow. Considered semi-dwarf, the pompom-shaped double flowers are about 1.5 inches wide. Excellent for pollinators—especially butterflies. Easy to grow for cut flowers and container gardens.

Growing Instructions:
Press seeds 1/8 inch deep into loose soil. Water. Can be started indoors about 4 weeks before the last frost.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Sun Requirement: Sun
Spacing: 12" apart
Depth: 1/8"
115-120 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Mid to late summer
Height: 18" - 24"
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 6000
Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Uses:
Cut flowers
Containers
Great for children

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Zinnia elegans
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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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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Earth Day Promotion Seed Packet Card with Butterfly Art and Pollinator Mix Wildflower Seeds

Give back to nature this Earth Day with this gorgeous mix! It provides nectar and pollen to honey bees, wild bees, hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators. Earth Day is April 22!

Our pollinator mix Earth Day promotion card has a beautiful floral and butterfly design. This packet would be a thoughtful favor for the eco-conscious host!

Send an eco-friendly greeting by using this packet in one of our Seed Packet Greeting Cards!

Grow Good Things with our Pollinator Mix packet has a whimsical watercolor-style floral and butterfly art. This sweet, illustrated, kraft-look packet would be a thoughtful favor for the eco-conscious host!

Use the space provided on the back of the packet to write your own personalized message.

This wildflower mix provides nectar and pollen to honey bees, wild bees, hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators.

This packet will cover approximately 10 square feet of space.

Pollinator Mix Wildflower Planting Directions - 

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!

SEED INFORMATION:

• Lifecycle: annual/perennial mix
• Sun Requirement: Full Sun
  
• Depth: 0.25"
• Bloom Season: early summer to fall
• Height: varies
• Uses: Bee Feed, Butterfly Feed, Pollinator Garden
• Low Maintenance : yes
• Packet Weight: 400 mg
• Seeds Per Packet: 210-220

Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

Varieties Included:  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.

Scientific Names: Chrysanthemum carinatum, Mixed Delphinium consolida, Callistephus chinensis, Dwarf Mixed Cosmos bipinnatus, Coreopsis lanceolata, Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights Mix', Echinacea purpurea, Gaillardia aristata, Chrysanthemum maximum 'Alaska', Dianthus barbatus, Ammi majus, Clarkia unguiculata, Rudbeckia hirta gloriosa Ratibida columnifera (Mexican Hat), Coreopsis tinctoria

Here at Bentley Seed, we only fill our seed packets with the freshest crop NON-GMO seed in our 3rd generation family-owned small business in upstate NY! Our packets are hand-picked for you!

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This herb gives you a double dose of both fragrance and flavor. A wonderful choice for growing both inside and outside. It’s great for both containers and gardens but is very frost sensitive.

Growing Instructions:
To start indoors, plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in starting mix. Transplant 10 inches apart after all danger of frost has passed. To start outdoors, plant in late spring when the danger of frost has passed. Thin to 10 inches apart. Harvest in about 2.5 months. Container approved.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow
Time to Maturity/Harvest: About 2.5 months
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Ideal Germination Temperature: 75-85°F
Spacing: 10 inches
Depth: 1/4 inch
Height: 3 feet
Seeds Per Packet: 355-365
Lbs./Acre: 8

Uses:
Use fresh or dried in cooking or as a mosquito repellent

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

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The classic sunflower! Tall with big blooms—high as the sky. Plus, it produces lots of yummy, healthy seeds… but can you get them before the birds do?

Growing Instructions:
Sow when the danger of frost has passed. Cover seed 1/2" deep in prepared soil and pack down firmly. When plants are 3" tall, thin to 18-24" apart. Water during dry periods. Full sun is best.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Time to Maturity: 75-90 days
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Spacing: 24" apart
Depth: 1/2"
Bloom Season: Mid to late summer
Height: 9' - 12'
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 190
Sowing Method: Direct

Uses:
Cut flowers
Edible seed
Great for children

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

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These Autumn Beauty sunflowers have extraordinary bursts of color in oranges, yellows, and reds.

Growing Instructions:
Press Autumn Beauty Sunflower seeds 1/2 inch deep into loose soil. Plant seeds about 12 inches apart from one another. Water. Sit back and enjoy! Bloom Season: Mid-Summer.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Annual
Bloom Season: Midlate Summer
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Height: 9-12 feet
Spacing: 24"
Depth: 1/2"
105-110 Autumn Beauty Sunflower Seeds Per Packet

Uses:
Has edible seeds—fun for kids

Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Helianthus annuus
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 heirloom 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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Enjoy this cold-hardy vegetable from spring through fall with Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli, a reliable and productive variety for home gardens. Known for its strong growth and abundant harvests, this broccoli is a must-have for gardeners looking to grow fresh, nutrient-rich produce at home. These spring planting seeds are well-suited for early-season planting and thrive in cooler temperatures.

Perfect for garden beds or larger containers, this variety delivers consistent yields throughout the growing season. These non-GMO seeds for summer garden growth are ideal for anyone looking to grow a dependable vegetable that performs well from spring into fall.

Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"

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

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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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Bentley Seed Parris Island Romaine 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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A gourmet variety, the Heirloom 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 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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This special herb has many uses! Commonly used to treat insomnia and upset stomach, it can also be added to oils or lotions.

Growing Instructions:
Germination takes 10-14 days. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant at a spacing of 45cm (18″) into the garden. Choose a shady spot or a location where plants can be protected from midday sun. Lemon balm prefers fertile, moist soil in a cooler part of the garden.
Harvest: 2.5 months, but it comes back.

Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Sowing Method: Transplant or direct sow
Time to Maturity/Harvest: 2.5 months, but it comes back
Sun Requirement: Full sun/partial shade ideal
Germination: 70°F
Spacing: 18"-24"
Depth: 1/2"
Height: 20"
Seeds/Oz: 43,000
Seeds Per Packet: 170-175

Uses:
Perfect for aromatherapy.

Additional Information:
Heirloom Year: 1778
Plant Scientific Name: Melissa officinalis
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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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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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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