The Seed Library Catalog

Nick or scratch seeds and soak seeds overnight before planting inside. Transplant

Planting depth: 1/8″, Spacing: 6-12″, Days to germ: 7–14 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Moderate

Notes: TOXIC IF EATEN. Vines grow 8-10 ft. tall x 3-6 ft. wide and will need support. Large pink blooms from early summer to early fall with heart-shaped foliage. Does well in big containers. Deer resistant. May self-sow. Fast-growing annual.
Photo courtesy of Sheffield’s Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant

Planting depth: Surface, Spacing: 10-20″, Days to germ: 5–10 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Very well-drained to sandy, Water: Moderate to low once established

Notes: 4″ tall x 12-18″ wide. Likes heat! Jewel-toned summer flowers and succulent, needle-like foliage. Grows well in containers. Deer resistant. May self-sow. Low-growing annual from South America.
Photo courtesy of Eden Brothers.

Soak seeds overnight and plant inside. Transplant

Planting depth: 1″, Spacing: 10″, Days to germ: 7–15 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Low once established

Notes: 10-18″ tall/wide. Cheerful shades of peach, pink, yellow, orange, and red blooms in summer. Edible petals and leaves. Grows well in containers and prefers poor soils. Deer resistant. Annual.
Photo courtesy of Sheffield’s Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: 1/4″, Spacing: 1″ thinned to 3″, Days to germ: 7-14 days, Days to harvest: 40 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Very well-drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Red scallions with mild flavor; excellent when eaten raw. More intense flavor and bulb shape as plants mature. Attracts pollinators if allowed to flower. Hard to find European variety.
Photo courtesy of Adaptive Seeds.

Plant outside

Planting depth: 1/4″, Spacing: 1″ thinned to 3″, Days to germ: 7-14 days, Days to harvest: 65-70 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Very well-drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Mild sweet flavor. Harvest by clipping greens about an inch above soil. Eat fresh or use in cooking. Does well in small spaces and containers. Heirloom variety.
Photo courtesy of Victory Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant in small clumps

Planting depth: Surface, Spacing: 8-10″, Days to germ: 7-14 days, Days to harvest: 75 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Very well-drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Robust, aromatic. Pinch off flowers for best leaf flavor. Use fresh, frozen or dried. Grows well in containers. Perennial native to the Mediterranean.
Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market.

Plant inside and transplant

Planting depth: Barely cover, Spacing: 10-15″, Days to germ: 5–15 days, Light: Morning sun, afternoon shade, Soil: Well-drained, add compost, Water: Moderate

Notes: 24″ tall x 12-16″ wide. Trumpet-shaped flowers in yellow, cream, lavender, brown, and scarlet from spring to midsummer. May re-bloom when cool weather returns. Excellent cut flower. Provide stake or cage for support. Annual.
Photo courtesy of David’s Garden Seeds.

Plant inside and transplant (or plant seeds outside)

Planting depth: 1/4″, Spacing: 12-15″, Days to germ: 10-28 days, Days to harvest: 40-90 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Well-drained, add compost, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: A mix of flat, semi-curled, and curled parsley. Use leaves for flavor or garnish. Also used as an ornamental; does well in containers. Easy to grow.
Photo courtesy of Park Seed.

Soak in boiling water overnight; repeat until seeds swell. Plant inside and transplant

Planting depth: 1/16″, Spacing: 4-6″, Days to germ: 20–30 days, Light: Full sun to part shade, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Moderate

Notes: 15-20″ tall x 6″ wide. Feathery leaflets respond to touch! Small yellow flowers from summer to early fall. Attracts pollinators. Deer resistant. May self-sow. Annual.
Photo courtesy of Prairie Moon Nursery.

Plant outside

Planting depth: 1″, Spacing: 2-3″, Days to germ: 6-15 days, Days to harvest: 60-70 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Medium green pods are sweet and crisp, with tiny peas inside 3” pods. Eat fresh, stir-fry, freeze or can. Heavy yields; harvest frequently. May need support (cage or trellis). Heirloom variety.
Photo courtesy of St. Clare Heirloom Seeds.

Plant outside

Planting depth: 1/2-1″, Spacing: 1-2″, Days to germ: 7-14 days, Days to harvest: 60-70 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Well-drained, add compost, Water: Consistent, moderate

Notes: Large, sweet pods on highly productive short vines with ornamental white flowers. May need support (pole or trellis). Harvest frequently. Grows well in large containers. Easy to grow heirloom variety.
Photo courtesy of Everwilde Farms.

Refrigerate seeds for 30-60 days before planting inside. Transplant

Planting depth: Barely cover, Spacing: 12-18″, Days to germ: 60 days, Light: Full sun, Soil: Very well-drained, Water: Low once established

Notes: 24-36″ tall x 12″ wide. Fragrant pink flowers in late spring. Attracts pollinators. Deer, rabbit resistant. Tolerates poor soil. May self-sow. Short-lived native perennial.
Photo courtesy of Mrs. B.