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You can use glass jars but be careful not to break them when thawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze Whole\u003c\/strong\u003e: tomatoes, garlic scapes, okra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChop \u0026amp; Freeze\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epeppers \u0026amp; tomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esweet corn - use knife to cut kernels off ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewinter squash - cut in half, scoop out seeds \u0026amp; freeze halves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast \u0026amp; Freeze\u003c\/strong\u003e: tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, beans, peas, greens, okra, garlic (roast these goodies in the oven with oil, salt and any desired spices and then throw them in the freezer!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend \u0026amp; Freeze\u003c\/strong\u003e: basil, garlic scapes (blend in food processor with oil and seasonings and freeze in ice cube trays then transfer to ziplock bags for more efficient storage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanch \u0026amp; Freeze\u003c\/strong\u003e: Broccoli, cauliflower, greens, leeks, beans \u0026amp; peas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"genovese","title":"Genovese Italian Basil Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenovese Italian Basil Seeds produce aromatic, broad-leaved basil with rich flavor, perfect for pesto, sauces, and fresh dishes. 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Basil originated in Southeast Asia and later spread throughout the world leading to the subsequent development of many varieties. This is our favorite Asian basil and has been a staple in our kitchen since 1993. Popular in Thai and Vietnamese cuisine including stir-fries, soups, curries, hot pots and phở. Mike loves to make Thai Basil pesto and serve it on rice noodles. Preserve its perfect flavor into the winter by making Thai Basil salt (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natureandnurtureseeds.com\/pages\/herb-recipes\"\u003esee Recipes\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven if it flowers, just keep harvesting; it doesn't turn bitter! 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Squash are tan and flesh is light and creamy with a distinctive, sweet taste of autumn. A real treat when baked and buttered (Aunt Linda can't get enough of this squash!). Also makes great squash soup. We were pleasantly surprised to discover that Thelma Sanders is sweet and delicious when eaten as an immature (summer) squash as well. Dense vining plants make a good ground cover for weed control. 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Plants are vigorous and yield large quantities of clustered fruits all summer long. \u003cbr\u003e This fabulous tomato has been home to Michigan since the 1990s. It was given to us by Anne Elder of Community Farm of Ann Arbor. The seed was given to her by Laura DeLind who founded the former “Growing In Place” CSA farm in Mason, Michigan in 1995 for which Anne named the tomato. In 1998 Laura received these tomatoes from her friend Gail who got them from a market in Mexica and she loved the taste so much that she saved the seeds. 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Cynthia Deardorff received the seeds from Roger Gustafson of Boone County, IL. The seeds were given to him in the 1980's by a member of the Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation, Kansas. (We previously incorrectly said that the seeds came from the Potawatomi Nation of Wisconsin). We donate seeds to indigenous peoples who are working to restore food traditions. Limited quantities available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100+ days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 20 seeds)","offer_id":53776482959644,"sku":null,"price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Potawatomi-Lima-Bean.jpg?v=1739911061"},{"product_id":"butterbush","title":"Butterbush Organic Winter Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eDidn’t think you could grow butternut squash? Think again! This excellent flavored butternut type squash is perfect for space-constrained gardeners because vines are dwarf. Early ripening makes them a great choice for northern gardeners with a short growing season. Butterbush squash are shaped like standard Butternut, but their overall size is smaller. Seed cavity is small like Butternut, so there is more flesh per squash than other types. Flavor is excellent: sweet and nutty. Compact plant vines are 3-6 feet long and produce 3-5 squash per plant. Plants are vigorous, high-yielding and have intermediate resistance to Powdery Mildew. Seeds are easily started outdoors. These squash are good for long term storage. Bred by the W. Atlee Burpee Company in 1978 (aka “Burpee’s Butterbush”). There is some natural variation of squash shape in this older variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e87 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 25 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776482631964,"sku":null,"price":4.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: (Approx 110 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776482664732,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Butterbush-Winter-Squash.jpg?v=1739911052"},{"product_id":"pink-berkeley-tie-die","title":"Pink Berkeley Tie Dye Organic Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep red polychrome beefsteak with metallic green stripes. Has a rich, earthy, luscious heirloom flavor. Nice and juicy. One of the coolest tomatoes you will ever see! Reminds us of rainbow tie-dyes from the sixties. Perfect on any burger from Portabella mushroom to grass-fed beef. This is a great new introduction by Bradley Gates, organic farmer and tomato breeder of Wild Boar Farms in Napa Valley, CA. Bradley says he has been working for over 10 years to breed “the most outrageous tomatoes on the planet” and we think he’s done it – his tomatoes are amazing! We love this one for its unique colors and flavor. 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Good disease resistance to early blight, so it keeps producing until frost. A workhorse variety with exceptional flavor – we just can’t seem to stop talking about how much we love it! Bred in 1947 by renowned plant pathologist John Charles Walker of the University of Wisconsin, Madison back when our public universities bred high-quality seeds for public good. It was bred for disease and crack resistance in the humid upper Midwest. If you have trouble growing tomatoes, try Wisconsin 55! Indeterminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e72 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 30 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776482500892,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: (Approx 100 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776482533660,"sku":null,"price":5.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Wisconsin-55-Tomato-seeds.jpg?v=1739911049"},{"product_id":"top-hat","title":"Top Hat Organic Sweet Corn Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis awesome new sweet corn is so sweet, you will think it’s a hybrid – it’s not and it’s absolutely delicious! Jonathan Spero worked for many years to breed new open-pollinated, extra sweet corn varieties, and Top Hat is a real winner. We love Top Hat too because the fresh, fat, tender kernels pop off the cob into your mouth. Ears are yellow, small to medium size and stay sweet well after picking. Its early, productive, and compact plants are perfect for smaller gardens. It is a Sugar Enhanced (SE) type of sweet corn. Jonathan released Top Hat through the Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI), keeping seeds unpatented and in the hands of the people for all times. Our premium \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/natureandnurtureseeds.com\/collections\/corn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-GMO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e corn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e seeds are perfect for natural farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBACK IN STOCK!!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 100 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776481779996,"sku":null,"price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Top-Hat-Sweet-Corn.jpg?v=1739911024"},{"product_id":"soltera-morado","title":"Soltera Morado Sweet Corn Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis corn is a show stopper! Gorgeous purple sweet corn high in anthocyanins. It even turns the cooking water purple. Sweeter than your average heirloom sweet corn, but not as sweet as hybrid corn. Compact plants are good for smaller gardens. Munk Bergin has been breeding corn for over 30 years, and this is the result of his amazing work. Let kernels dry on the cob and you can make purple corn meal. Plants have good vigor and are early. Plant is beautiful too – tassels and silks are purple – we have never seen anything like it! As this is a breeding work still in progress, there is natural variability in color in the ears. Start growing \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/natureandnurtureseeds.com\/collections\/corn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-GMO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e corn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with our organic, natural seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt (Approx 0 seeds)","offer_id":53776481747228,"sku":null,"price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Soltera-Morado-Sweet-Corn.JPG?v=1739911023"},{"product_id":"diamond","title":"Diamond Organic Eggplant Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassic eggplant shape with very dark purple skin and creamy flesh on short, prolific plants. Mild eggplant flavor without bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly plants grow well in the north. Compact plants are perfect for space-constrained gardeners. Also highly marketable at farmers’ markets – a good choice for farmers looking for a non-hybrid eggplant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think that eggplants are underutilized on American plates – it is all about how you cook it! Luscious when roasted or grilled. Diamond, when cooked right, will turn any eggplant skeptic into an eggplant lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBred in Ukraine and brought to the U.S. by Seed Savers Exchange in 1993.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly rated\u003c\/strong\u003e on SeedLinked - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/app.seedlinked.com\/en-US\/seeds\/vegetables\/Diamond-Eggplant?id=311\u0026amp;species_id=22\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esee ratings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 25 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776481354012,"sku":null,"price":5.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Diamond-Eggplant-in-hand.jpg?v=1739911021"},{"product_id":"sheboygan","title":"Sheboygan Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSheboygan is a juicy paste type tomato that produces an abundance of medium sized, 6 oz pink fruit. 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A zesty taste and a luscious texture endowed with the perfect balance of sweet and acid, juice and flesh. Plants are vigorous, disease-resistant, and high-yielding. Medium sized fruits are very crack resistant and keep producing until cold weather sets in. Orange color adds a nice touch when sliced in salads and it’s wonderful roasted too. Good choice for market growers and for those in northern climates. On the Slow Food Ark of Taste.  Thanks to Johnny’s Seeds for preserving this awesome tomato. Indeterminate. 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Indeterminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e76 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 25 seeds)","offer_id":53776479519004,"sku":null,"price":4.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: (Approx 100 seeds)","offer_id":53776479551772,"sku":null,"price":6.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Orange-Banana-Tomato.jpg?v=1739910996"},{"product_id":"paul-robeson","title":"Paul Robeson Organic Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eA striking Russian heirloom with dusky red (aka \"black\") fruit, famous for its rich, \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive smoky sweetness and salty, juiciness\u003c\/strong\u003e. Just the right balance of acidity and sweetness, is a standout in salads, sandwiches, and for fresh eating. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eThis variety\u003cstrong\u003e won our 2016 taste test trial\u003c\/strong\u003e of purple\/black heirloom tomatoes where farmer Erica fell head over heels for this tomato. Originating in Russia, it was named in honor of African-American bass singer and social justice activist Paul Robeson, who was revered in Russia. 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Listed in the 1915 catalog of Isbell’s \u0026amp; Co of Jackson, Michigan just 30 miles from our Dexter farm. Plants are vigorous, so be sure the plants get tied to something sturdy. Fruits vary in shape and size from medium to large. Flesh holds together well for sandwiches, salads, and is good cooked as well. There are occasional red fruits. Common to older tomato types, fruit cracks easily so don’t leave it on the vine too long. Indeterminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e85 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 25 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776477913372,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: 1\/2 g (Approx  100 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776477946140,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/files\/Isbells-Golden-Colossal-Tomato_final_for_website.jpg?v=1739910966"},{"product_id":"isbells-big-dwarf","title":"Isbell's Big Dwarf Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig tomatoes on a dwarf plant! High yielding, dwarf plant perfect for containers and small gardens. Bushy plants have thick stems loaded with medium sized, pink beefsteak fruits. Flavor is meaty with a delicate balance of sweet and acid. Bred by Isbell’s \u0026amp; Co of Jackson, Michigan in 1909, Isbell's Big Dwarf was the first of its kind. This variety has been used as breeding stock for Craig LeHoullier’s Dwarf Tomato Breeding Project. Plants grow about 3 ft tall and don’t need pruning, but for best results, stake plants once they start producing fruit.  As with many old heirloom types, fruits vary in size and shape and have some cracking. 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Darrell gave the seeds to Bill Minkey of Darien, Wisconsin who made them available through the Seed Savers Exchange Yearbook in 1993. Its origins trace back to West Virginia. Ripe fruits have golden apricot color with juicy flesh that holds its shape after being sliced. We think this is a spectacular tomato for eating fresh on sandwiches and salads. A thick slice of Kellogg’s Breakfast with a hearty piece of toast makes a wonderful summer snack any time of day. Indeterminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly rated\u003c\/strong\u003e on Seedlinked - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/app.seedlinked.com\/en-US\/seeds\/vegetables\/Kellogg's-Breakfast-Tomato?id=1111\u0026amp;species_id=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esee ratings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80-90 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 25 seeds)","offer_id":53776477847836,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Kelloggs-Breakfast-Tomato-seeds.png?v=1739910963"},{"product_id":"wisconsin-cheese","title":"W. C. Giant Organic Pumpkin Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis giant, edible pumpkin is fun to grow and children love it! Plants have large, prolific rambling vines that, at maturity, produce huge (up to 2’ diameter), round, bright orange pumpkins weighing up to 90lbs. Mike is always experimenting in the kitchen for farm lunches so he sliced and browned young squashes in the oven with olive oil and salt, and our interns couldn’t stop raving about it - it tastes, looks and has a texture reminiscent of mozzarella cheese. Janice Leach of Why Not Pie says that mature squash make excellent pumpkin pie. This pumpkin is easy to grow just be sure to give it enough space! When growing we like to let one or two pumpkins stay on the vine to get big and we pick the rest of the squash immature (when 3 – 12” diameter) to enjoy roasted. This squash had a case of mistaken identity. We have changed its name from “Wisconsin Cheese” to “W.C. Giant Pumpkin” because of a mix-up with the seeds that were originally given to us and mislabeled “Wisconsin Cheese.” This squash is not in fact the “Wisconsin Cheese” variety but is some sort of giant pumpkin possibly “Week’s North Carolina Giant” but there is no way to know for sure. We love it anyways and know that you will love it too! (Formerly known as Wisconsin Cheese). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60 days to maturity for summer squash, 100 days to pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 12 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776477749532,"sku":null,"price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: (Approx 65 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776477782300,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/W-C-Giant-Pumpkin-seeds.jpg?v=1739910962"},{"product_id":"provider-bean","title":"Provider Organic Bean Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eProvider is a dependable green, snap bean with very good flavor. Beans are tender and have a nice crisp crunch. Provider is easy to grow and yields early, so consider planting a second planting to have fresh beans all summer long!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly rated\u003c\/strong\u003e on SeedLinked - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/app.seedlinked.com\/en-US\/seeds\/vegetables\/Provider-Bean?id=276\u0026amp;species_id=5\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esee ratings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe like to do a lot of taste testing right out in the field, and Provider rates high for eating raw because of its smooth, hairless pods. It is also great eaten pickled and cooked.  Provider, bred in 1966, is such a great bean that it has withstood the test of time and is still a popular variety today. We think you will like Provider!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBush plant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 100 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776477552924,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: 6 oz (Approx  500 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776477585692,"sku":null,"price":10.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Provider-Bean.jpg?v=1739910959"},{"product_id":"royal-burgundy-bean","title":"Royal Burgundy Organic Bean Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur 2018 farm crew’s favorite bush bean, Royal Burgundy is eye-catching, vigorous and quick to pick. Relatively tall compared to other bush-beans, making plants compete better with weeds. Color is dark violet on the outside with bright-green interior before cooking; heat makes the pods turn deep green. Green plants adorned with purple pods make for an easy harvest; even kids love picking the beans and eating them straight off the plant! Stringless pods usually grow to be 4-6” in length with light brown seeds that are easily saved. After weeks of devouring tender, young beans, we often sauté the full-size pods. We also blanch then freeze them to enjoy throughout the winter. Beans are not only an excellent source of protein and dietary fiber for us, their roots provide a valuable source of usable nitrogen to our soil. Plants are resistant to Common Bean Mosaic Virus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e55 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 45 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776474472732,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Royal-Burgundy-Bean-seeds.jpg?v=1739910956"},{"product_id":"king-richard-leek","title":"King Richard Organic Leek Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe love leeks and think they are seriously underappreciated! Much easier to grow than standard onions, they are versatile in the kitchen and can be used in almost any recipe calling for onions. King Richard leek is early, with long, thick, sweet stems that have a mild flavor. It can be harvested in summer or grown for the fall too. Plants tolerate temperatures as low as 20?F. Unlike bulb onions, the whole plant is eaten. Erica especially loves Amanda’s recipe of sautéed leeks browned in butter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e75 days to maturity (from transplants, add 25 days if direct sowing).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 150 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776474243356,"sku":null,"price":4.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/King-Richard-Leek-seeds.jpg?v=1739910953"},{"product_id":"red-okra-98","title":"Red Okra 98 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn our 2017 okra trial, this variety grew the tallest and was highly productive. Plants grow 4-12' tall with mature pods 10-12”, best eaten under 7”. Pods are downy (non-spiny), and less mucilaginous (slimy). Solid red stems, petioles and leaf veins, green leaves. Pods start off green and blush red as they mature. In 2017 we had some individual plants that reached 12' tall.  In 2018, the tallest were 8'. 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Jean's accompanying letter to Seed Savers Exchange indicated that people preferred this variety to the ordinary green ones typically grown in her area of Tennessee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 50 seeds)","offer_id":53776473817372,"sku":null,"price":4.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Red-Okra-98-seeds.jpg?v=1739910948"},{"product_id":"candystick-delicata-squash","title":"Candystick Delicata Organic Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor those who think no meal is complete without something sweet, we offer you Candystick Delicata! Released by master breeder and author Carol Deppe, who first inspired us to start breeding tomatoes over 15 years ago. She selected this squash for thick flesh, luscious texture, top-notch flavor, storage, and vigorous growth. Fruits ripen to a rich orange-tan with green stripes. This variety includes desired, natural fruit shape variability which, Deppe contends, contributes to genetic diversity and vigor. Compared to regular Delicata, Candystick stores better and retains sweetness longer. Just cut it lengthwise, de-seed and roast - you may even save it for dessert! See our website for Carol Deppe’s tips for a perfectly roasted Candystick. This variety of squash has been released under the Open Source Seed Initiative pledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 20 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776472932636,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: (Approx 115 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776472965404,"sku":null,"price":7.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Candystick-Delicata-Squash.jpg?v=1739910935"},{"product_id":"black-cherry-tomato","title":"Black Cherry Organic Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eCherry tomato with delicious, complex flavor that is sweet, juicy, rich, and savory. Black Cherry was the winner of our 2017 trial of dark colored, cherry tomatoes. We were searching for a cherry tomato with the flavor of a full-size heirloom beefsteak, and we found it! Our strain is an heirloom from the Hall family (Hall’s Heritage Horticulture), grown for over two decades in Owosso, Michigan. We first received our seeds from Jim Wyant of Indiana. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Cherry was bred by Vince Sapp, the deceased husband of Linda Sapp, owner of Tomato Growers Supply. High yielding and some general disease resistant, Black Cherry will provide numerous 1” fruits throughout the season. Black Cherry is an excellent fresh-eating tomato, so try it on salads, sandwiches, or eaten straight off the plants. Indeterminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e65-75 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt (Approx 25 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776472768796,"sku":null,"price":4.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: 1\/2 g (Approx  180 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776472801564,"sku":null,"price":7.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/files\/DSC01841editblackcherrycroppedforwebsite.jpg?v=1739910933"},{"product_id":"ferris-wheel-tomato","title":"Ferris Wheel Organic Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe outstanding flavor of Ferris Wheel knocked us off our feet when Ryan Padgett of Radicle Roots Farm brought this large beefsteak to our 2017 Harvest Festival’s tomato tasting; it has been a favorite ever since. Large, pink, 1 lb fruits are \u003cstrong\u003elusciously juicy, sweet, and complex. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlants are vigorous and productive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety traces back to the homeplace of Erica’s grandparents (La Crosse, Wisconsin) in 1894.  Alas, as is common with old, heirloom beefsteaks, fruits may crack and don’t store well – all the better for fresh eating!  Fantastic in salads and on sandwiches. Rescued from oblivion by tomato aficionado and breeder, \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.craiglehoullier.com\/\"\u003eCraig LeHoullier\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Listed on Slow Food’s Ark of Taste. Indeterminate. (AKA \"Salzer’s Ferris Wheel\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly rated\u003c\/strong\u003e on SeedLinked -\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/app.seedlinked.com\/en-US\/seeds\/vegetables\/Ferris-Wheel-Tomato?id=3035\u0026amp;species_id=2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e see ratings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt (Approx 25 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776472506652,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: 1\/2 g (Approx 125 seeds) \/ Certified Organic","offer_id":53776472539420,"sku":null,"price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Ferris-Wheel-Tomato-seeds.jpg?v=1739910931"},{"product_id":"earls-red-beefsteak","title":"Earl's Red Organic Beefsteak Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic American, red tomato. One taste of Earl’s Red Beefsteak instantly transports me back to my enchanted garden of childhood. Excellent, classic tomato flavor with a perfect balance of sweet and tart. Fruit are 3” diameter, fairly uniform and meaty but never mushy. Fruit are more resistant to splitting than your average heirloom beefsteak. The first time we met Earl, Michigan’s premier tomato enthusiast, he sported a briefcase of thousands of tomato varieties. When asked about his favorites, he grinned and handed me a packet of seeds labeled “Earl’s Red Beefsteak.” Earl Bassett, of 45\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Parallel Seeds, discovered this tomato among a patch of Dwarf Orange Pixie. Thanks to Earl for bringing us this awesome variety! 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Golden Rocky stood out as good for fresh eating in our 2019 bush bean trial. This variety shows good resistance to Common Bean Mosaic Virus. We were first given this seed by local longtime organic farming elder Annie from Community Farm of Ann Arbor - thanks Annie for introducing us to this fantastic bean!  This French heirloom reportedly traces back to Algeria. Also good for dry, black bean production. 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Many clusters of fruit can be harvested from a single plant if you can resist the urge to eat them all off of the plants! OSSI (Open Source Seed Initiative) Pledged Variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e70 days to maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature \u0026 Nurture Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pkt(Approx 25 seeds)","offer_id":53776470606108,"sku":null,"price":4.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VALUE SIZE: 1\/2 g (Approx  250 seeds)","offer_id":53776470638876,"sku":null,"price":5.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5253\/products\/Santiam-Sunrise-Tomatoes-in-basket.jpg?v=1739910905"},{"product_id":"sugar-magnolia-pea","title":"Sugar Magnolia Organic Peas Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eStunning midnight-purple snap pea. After 15 years of breeding work, seed elder and activist Dr. Alan Kapular, of Peace Seeds, created the first ever purple podded snap pea and named it after a Grateful Dead song. 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