The Seed Library Catalog

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside) when air and soil are warm.

Planting depth: 1/16-1/4″, Spacing: 12–18″, Days to germ: 10–20 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Very well-drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: 24-48” tall x 12-24” wide. Bright yellow and white daisy-like blossoms from late spring to early fall. Good for containers and vases. May self-sow. Annual to short-lived perennial.
Photo courtesy of Annie’s Heirloom Seeds

Plant outside

Planting depth: 1/4-1/2″, Spacing: 1-2″ thinned to 3-4″, Days to germ: 7-10 days, Days to harvest: leaves (cilantro) 50-60 days, seeds (coriander) 70+ days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Well-drained, add compost, Water: Moderate to low once established

Notes: Edible leaves, seeds, and flowers (if allowed to bloom). Leaves are best used fresh. Grows well in containers. May self-sow. Easy to grow annual.
Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market.

Plant inside and transplant

Planting depth: 1/8″, Spacing: 12–18″, Days to germ: 14–21 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Moderate

Notes: 18-24″ tall x 12-18″ wide. Purple blooms from spring to late summer; may re-bloom if deadheaded. Good cut or dried flowers. Does well in large containers. Deer resistant. Easy to grow perennial; native to the eastern U.S.
Photo courtesy of Sheffield’s Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: Surface, Spacing: 10–14″, Days to germ: 5–15 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Moderate to low once established

Notes: 8-14″ tall x 12″ wide. Yellow blooms with striking maroon centers that attract butterflies from mid-summer to fall. Self-sowing, deer-resistant annual. Native to the southeast U.S.
Photo courtesy of Sheffield’s Seeds.

Plant outside

Planting depth: 1-2″, Spacing: 5-6″ thinned to 12″, Days to germ: 7-14 days, Days to harvest: 62 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Short stalks (48-54”) produce two 7-8” ears per stalk. Early variety grows well in cool weather. Plant in blocks at least 4 rows wide on the north side of the garden.
Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: Surface, Spacing: Scatter, Days to germ: 5–14 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Low

Notes: 36-72” tall x 12-18” wide. Likes heat! Colorful red, pink, and white blooms from summer to fall. Good cut flowers. May be floppy if overwatered. May self-sow; deadhead to reduce spreading. Easy to grow annual.
Photo courtesy of Everwilde Farms.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: 1/4″, Spacing: 12-15″, Days to germ: 10–20 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Moderate to low once established

Notes: 24-26” tall x 14-16” wide. Golden, orange, or yellow blooms in summer; deadhead for repeat blooming. Good cut flowers. Tolerates poor soil. May self-sow. Easy to grow native annual.
Photo courtesy of Johnny’s Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: 1″, Spacing: 3-4 ft., Days to germ: 3-10 days, Days to harvest: 55-60 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well drained, add compost, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: (aka Green Prolific) Sweet seedless cucumbers are ideal for pickles. Vigorous vines need support. Harvest at 2-6” and refrigerate for best flavor. Early and heavy yields. Heirloom American variety.
Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: 1/2-1″, Spacing: 2-4 ft., Days to germ: 3-10 days, Days to harvest: 65-70 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well drained to sandy, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Vigorous vines produce 8-9″ cucumbers. Plant may need support. Good for slicing, canning, and fresh eating. Harvest often. Grows well in large containers. Heirloom variety.
Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market.

Plant inside and transplant

Planting depth: 1/8″, Spacing: 16-20″, Days to germ: 5–15 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Well-drained, add compost, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: 20″ tall/wide. Two-tone flowers in summer; deadhead for more blooms. Good cut flower; does well in containers. Deer resistant. Annual in Cheyenne, or dig up and store the tubers in frost-free conditions to replant next year.
Photo courtesy of Rare Seeds.

Plant outside

Planting depth: 1/2″, Spacing: 6-8″, Days to germ: 21-25 days, Days to harvest: leaves 45-55 days, seeds 70-90 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Yellow flowers. Aromatic foliage. Harvest leaves at any time for fresh use and drying. Harvest seeds when they turn brown. May self-sow. Annual.
Photo courtesy of Annie’s Heirloom Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant

Planting depth: 1/4″, Spacing: 18-24″, Days to germ: 10-14 days, Days to harvest: 57 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well drained, add compost, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Plump 3-4” eggplants are deep purple with white stripes. Tender, delicate flavor shines when grilled, baked, sauteed, stuffed or steamed. Does well in containers. Heirloom variety.
Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market