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Artichoke, Globe, 30 seeds

Artichokes are one of my favorite foods and they are fun to grow. From almost nothing, they become huge in a few months. Like other members of the thistle family, they are wonderful for the liver and digestion. Sow in spring in full sun.

$2.75

Asparagus, Garden (Asparagus officinalis) 100 seeds

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$2.75

Bean, Scarlet Emperor, 7 seeds

This is an heirloom organic bean similar to the scarlet runner. It is grown as a perennial in the south and annual in other climates. It is fun for children. 90 days to maturity.

$2.50

Bears Garlic, 100 seeds

Thrives to -30°F. Plant in fall for spring germination. Likes the shade. Can be used in cuisine or medicinally.

$4.75

Burdock, Takinogawa, 200-300 seeds per packet

A special, late-variety burdock that is rich in flavor. It is the most popular variety in Japan. Mature plant can reach 3 feet in height. Roots can be harvested in 4-5 months if planted in spring. Cut root into slivers and stir-fry. The flowers are very attractive to bees and butterflies.

$3.49

Burdock, Watanabe variety, 100 seeds

Burdock is called "gobo" in Japanese and is a Zen-like vegetable substitute for carrots. Burdock has been researched and found to be a desmutagen. It is in countless cancer tonics, from Hildegard of Bingen to Hoxsey.

$2.75

Carrot, Chantenay, 300 seeds

As you can see, these carrots are bright orange and produce roots about 6" long. The carrots are very high in vitamin A and antioxidants.

$2.75

Cayenne Pepper, 50 seeds

These peppers are native to South America and they are hot! They are usually dried and powdered (wear mask) and used to fire up food and promote circulation. They can also be processed and used medicinally. If you can grow tomatoes, you can grow this prolific producer.

$2.75

Codonopsis, 200 seeds

The root is edible but takes 3-4 years to grow. It is called the poor man's ginseng and is often barbequed in Korea. See the article on Kitchen Doctor.

$3.35

Corn, Ashworth Sweet, 100 organic seeds

This is a favorite corn. The ears are about 6" long and can be planted early in the season when the soil is still cool. It is sweet and tasty.

$3.75

Corn, Sweet Double Red, 100 organic seeds

Red sweet corn is excellent eating fresh as corn-on-the-cob or it can be dried to make traditional corn bread or posole. If you boil the corn, the water turns red! The variety is open-pollinated and high-yielding, producing full-sized ears on short stalks. It is loaded with antioxidant anthocyanins which are thought to lower the risk of colon cancer.

$3.75

Gourd, Luffa, 10 seeds

Luffa gourds are mainly tropical or subtropical vines with an edible vegetable that is better known for its use as a sponge or luffah. This is great fun for children to grow. In Ayurveda, luffa is eaten raw as a cooling demulcent in salads. The bitter juice is used to treat jaundice. If eating this gourd, it should be harvested young before it becomes tough and more suitable for use as a body scrub.

$2.75

Kale, Chinese dark green, 200 seeds

This is an annual and matures in 50 days if sown in the spring, 70 if sown in the fall. If planted in spring, it will resprout and yield several harvests. The leaves can be eaten raw in salads or cooked.

$2.50

Oka Hijiki, seeds, 3 grams

"Land seaweed" is not a real seaweed but rather a plant that can be grown either in fresh or salt water. It is relatively easy to grow and can be continually harvested. The leaves are a bit crunchy and can be used in salads, steamed, or stir-fried. Oka hijiki is rich is calcium and potassium and is an excellent source of vitamin A.

$3.49

Onions, Valencia, 100 organic seeds

Valencia onions have a large bulb with a yellow skin and firm edible bulb. They like full sun and water but grow well despite the length of the day and are thus suitable for most latitudes.

$2.45

Purslane, 100 seeds

This lovely succulent is a source of omega-3 fatty acids and can be eaten as a salad. It is a rich source of vitamins A & C and grows wonderfully with sun and water.

$2.75

Shungiku, 100 seeds

This is an edible chrysanthemum. I used to dine on them in Japan. The leaves are a bit crunchy and the flowers are exotic. Both are alkalizing to the blood. The bloom earlier than lettuce so can be harvested before other vegetables are in season.

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$3.49

Shungiku, Oasis Edible Chrysanthemum, 4 grams

This kikuna variety of edible chrysanthemums is dark green in color and rich in vitamin B and minerals. It is easy to grow and can be sprouted or planted. The baby greens can be used in salads and the more mature greens are used in Japan in tempura, shabu-shabu, yosenabe, and other dishes. Harvest when about 8 inches tall.

$3.49

Spinach, Revolution, 200 organic seeds

This spinach is native to Southwest Asia where it is widely cultivated. It is rich in vitamins C, A, E, B6, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, magnesium and potassium. Seeds should be sown densely. Expect a high germination rate and two harvests, spring and fall.

$2.45