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Page 1: Holmes Seed Catalog 2013

Phone: 330-492-0123 • ORDERS: 800-435-6077 • www.holmesseed.com

HOLMES SEED CO.2125 - 46th Street N.W.Canton, OH 44709

Prsrt StdU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDCanton, Ohio

Permit 207

3301 Apogee

3218 Trophy 3373 Progress

3221 Everest

3203 Blue Delight 3275 Rascal 3384 Warts Galore 3202 Bunch O’Warts

3281 Summit

3281 Summit

3279 Prudence

Holm

es Seed Company —

2013 Vegetable Grow

ers Price List

Your home for “Outstanding” powdery mildew resistant

pumpkin varieties

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Seminis® is actively developing new additions to the Performance Series™ line of products.Contact our Sales Department toll-free at 800-435-6077for additional information.

VEGETABLE SEED PLANTING GUIDELINES*

PLANTING

APPROX APPROX APPROX DIRECT INCHES INCHES SEED APPROX SEEDS/ SEEDS/ SEEDS/ SEED DISTANCE BETWEEN DEPTH DAYS TOVEGETABLE OUNCE POUND 100 FEET PER ACRE IN ROW ROWS INCHES GERMINATION

Asparagus 800 12,800 1/2 oz. 6 - 8 lb. 12 - 18 36 - 72 1/2 15

Bean-bush 100 1,600 1 lb. 60 - 100 lb. 2 - 4 24 - 26 1- 1-1/2 6 - 10

Bean-pole 100 1,600 1/2 oz. 50 lb. 6 - 8 36 - 48 1- 1-1/2 6 - 10

Bean-lima 60 960 1 lb. 60 - 100 lb. 4 - 8 24 - 36 1- 1-1/2 6 - 10

Beet 1,700 27,200 1 oz. 10 - 14 lb. 2 - 4 12 - 24 1/2-1 7 - 14

Broccoli 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 12 - 18 18 - 36 1/4 - 1/2 6 - 10

Brussel Sprouts 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 15 - 18 24 - 36 1/2-1 6 - 10

Cabbage 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 8 - 18 18 - 36 1/4 - 1/2 6 - 10

Carrot 18,000 288,000 1/2 oz. 2 - 3 lb. 1 - 2 18 - 24 1/2 12 - 18

Cauliflower 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 15 - 18 24 - 36 1/4 - 1/2 6 - 10

Celery 70,000 1,120,000 1/8 oz. 1 lb. 6 - 8 24 - 36 1/8 14 - 21

Chard 1,700 27,200 1/2 oz. 2 lb. 6 24 - 36 1/2 7 - 10

Collards 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1 - 3 lb. 8 - 15 18 - 36 1/2 6 - 10

Corn-sweet 150 2,400 4 oz. 8 - 10 lb. 7 - 10 30 - 36 1-2 7 - 10

Cucumber 1,000 16,000 1/4 oz. 2 - 3 lb. 15 - 36 48 - 72 1-2 6 - 10

Eggplant 6,500 104,000 1/8 oz. 1 lb. 15 - 24 60 1/4 - 1/2 7 - 14

Endive 25,000 400,000 1 oz. 1 - 3 lb. 8 - 12 18 - 24 1/2 10 - 14

Kale 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 12 - 24 18 - 36 1/2 10 - 14

Kohlrabi 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 6 - 8 18 - 36 1/2 7 - 10

Leek 9,000 144,000 1/2 oz. 4 lb. 4 - 6 12 - 30 1/2-1 10 - 15

Lettuce-leaf 25,000 400,000 1/4 oz. 1 lb. 6 - 15 12 - 24 1/8 - 1/4 5 - 8

Lettuce-head 25,000 400,000 1/4 oz. 1 lb. 6 - 15 12 - 24 1/8 - 1/4 5 - 8

Muskmelon 1,200 19,200 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 18 - 36 48 - 72 1-2 5 - 10

Mustard 12,000 192,000 1/4 oz. 4 lb. 4 - 8 24 1/4 5 - 10

Okra 500 8,000 2 oz. 8 lb. 18 - 24 42 - 60 1 7 - 14

Onion 7,000 112,000 1 oz. 4 lb. ½ - 3 12 - 18 1/2 7 - 12

Parsley 18,000 288,000 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 3 - 6 8 - 24 1/8 - 1/4 21 - 30

Parsnip 12,000 192,000 1/2 oz. 3 - 4 lb. 2 - 4 12 - 24 1/4 - 1/2 15 - 25

Peas 120 1,920 1 lb. 80 - 140 lb. 1 - 3 24 - 48 1-1/2 6 - 10

Pepper 4,500 72,000 1/8 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 15 - 18 24 - 36 1/4 10 - 14

Pumpkin-giant 100 1,600 20 seeds 3/4 - 1 lb. 72 - 96 96 - 120 1 7 - 10

Pumpkin-large 200 3,200 30 seeds 1 lb. 48 - 72 72 - 96 1 7 - 10

Pumpkin-small 300 4,800 50 seeds 1 - 2 lb. 24 - 60 60 - 80 1 7 - 10

Radish 3,400 54,400 1 oz. 10 - 12 lb. 1 9 - 12 1/2 7 - 10

Rutabaga 12,000 192,000 1/4 oz. 2 lb. 6 - 8 15 - 24 1/2 5 - 10

Salsify 1,800 28,800 1/2 oz. 8 lb. 3 15 - 24 1/2 7 - 10

Spinach 2,500 40,000 1 oz. 12 - 15 lb. 1 - 3 12 - 24 1/2 7 - 12

Squash-summer 300 4,800 1/2 oz. 4 - 5 lb. 12 - 36 48 - 72 1 7 - 12

Squash-winter 200-500 3200 - 8,000 1 oz. 2 - 4 lb. 24 - 60 72 - 120 1 7 - 12

Tomato 10,000 160,000 1/2 oz. 1/3 - 1 lb. 12 - 18 60 1/4 7 - 14

Turnip 14,000 224,000 1/2 oz. 2 lb. 2 - 4 12 - 24 1/4 6 - 10

Watermelon-large 300 4,800 1 oz. 3 lb. 24 - 48 72 1 8 - 10

Watermelon-small 500 8,000 1/2 oz. 2 lb. 24 - 48 72 1 8 - 10

*These figures are approximations and may vary due to local conditions and customs.

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Please keep a copy of your order.

TOTALAMOUNT

2125 46th St NWCANTON, OHIO 44709

330-492-0123Orders: 800-435-6077

AREA CODE

2013

FOR ADDITIONAL ORDERBLANKS CHECK HERE

DO NOT SUBSTITUTE

CALL FOR SUBSTITUTION

SUBSTITUTES: SEND NEXT BEST VARIETY IF SOLD OUT

PRODUCT NO. QUANTITY VARIETY UNIT PRICE PRICE

$10 00

CONDITION OF SALE - The Holmes Seed Co. warrants to the extent of the purchase price that seeds sold are as described on the container, within recognized tolerances. Seller gives no other or further warranty, expressed orimplied. The Holmes Seed Co. further limits to such purchase price the liability of any kind on account of any negligence whatsoever on its part with respect to such seeds. Adverse environmental conditions such as extremeheat or cold, excess water or drought, or excessive wind can produce reactions in plants that may render the plant/product unmarketable. Holmes Seed Company does not assume any responsibility for the quality ofvegetable production grown under environmental stress conditions.

WE WELCOME YOUR CREDIT CARD CHARGE

CHARGE TO MY

Credit Card No.

Expiration Date 3-Digit Security Code

Customer’ Signature

NAME

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Take advantage ofour 3% discountfor orders paidwith Cash, Check,or Money Order

SUBTOTAL (Sides 1 and 2)

Discount if applicable (See Terms & Conditions)

*Remember: For orders over $100.00 we pay your shipping charges to the fifth zone

FAX YOUR CREDIT CARD ORDER TO OUR TOLL FREE # 877-492-0167

Extra freight charges if applicable (See Terms & Conditions)

Handling charge of $10.00 to be added if order is less than $100.00

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FOR ADDITIONAL ORDERBLANKS CHECK HERE TOTAL

PRODUCT NO. QUANTITY VARIETY UNIT PRICE PRICE

AMOUNT BROUGHT FORWARD

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Please keep a copy of your order.

TOTALAMOUNT

2125 46th St NWCANTON, OHIO 44709

330-492-0123Orders: 800-435-6077

AREA CODE

2013

FOR ADDITIONAL ORDERBLANKS CHECK HERE

DO NOT SUBSTITUTE

CALL FOR SUBSTITUTION

SUBSTITUTES: SEND NEXT BEST VARIETY IF SOLD OUT

PRODUCT NO. QUANTITY VARIETY UNIT PRICE PRICE

$10 00

CONDITION OF SALE - The Holmes Seed Co. warrants to the extent of the purchase price that seeds sold are as described on the container, within recognized tolerances. Seller gives no other or further warranty, expressed orimplied. The Holmes Seed Co. further limits to such purchase price the liability of any kind on account of any negligence whatsoever on its part with respect to such seeds. Adverse environmental conditions such as extremeheat or cold, excess water or drought, or excessive wind can produce reactions in plants that may render the plant/product unmarketable. Holmes Seed Company does not assume any responsibility for the quality ofvegetable production grown under environmental stress conditions.

WE WELCOME YOUR CREDIT CARD CHARGE

CHARGE TO MY

Credit Card No.

Expiration Date 3-Digit Security Code

Customer’ Signature

NAME

STREET ADDRESS P.O. BOX # (UPS DOES NOT DELIVER TO PO BOXES) (FOR POSTAL SERVICE, CATALOG, ETC.)

CITY STATE ZIP

TELEPHONE NO. ( )

Take advantage ofour 3% discountfor orders paidwith Cash, Check,or Money Order

SUBTOTAL (Sides 1 and 2)

Discount if applicable (See Terms & Conditions)

*Remember: For orders over $100.00 we pay your shipping charges to the fifth zone

FAX YOUR CREDIT CARD ORDER TO OUR TOLL FREE # 877-492-0167

Extra freight charges if applicable (See Terms & Conditions)

Handling charge of $10.00 to be added if order is less than $100.00

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FOR ADDITIONAL ORDERBLANKS CHECK HERE

PRODUCT NO. QUANTITY VARIETY UNIT PRICE PRICE

AMOUNT BROUGHT FORWARD

TOTAL

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1 - 8 0 0 - 4 3 5 - 6 0 7 7

ORDERING

Many of our customers prefer to mail in their orders and take advantage of the 3% discount allowed by including their check or moneyorder. There will be a $35.00 charge for any returned checks. You may also mail an order using your debit/credit card, however; there is no discountallowed for debit / credit card orders. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

Our Order Department (Phone 800-435-6077) is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST) during the months of JANUARY throughAPRIL. From MAY through DECEMBER, the hours are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (EST). Our lines are extremely busy during the first three or four months ofthe year, so if you prefer to call your order in, please be patient. We have a toll free Fax number (877-492-0167) if you prefer to Fax your credit cardorders. Advance orders will be charged to your credit card.

For our local customers who like to pick up their orders, we ask that you call us 24 hours in advance, so that we have time to prepare your order.

DELIVERY AND SHIPPING METHODS

* WE PAY THE FREIGHT TO THE FIFTH ZONE ON ORDERS TOTALING $100.00 OR MORE *

The 5th zone includes all states East of the Mississippi River and to the following states West - MN, IA, MO, AR, LA, ND, SD, NE, KS and OK.

All states outside the above mentioned (beyond the 5th zone), please add 75 cents per pound.

First orders under $100.00 require a $10.00 handling fee. For subsequent orders of one (1) pound or less, the handling charge is $5.50.

ALASKA and HAWAII: Please add $2.25 per pound to your order and we will ship by Priority Mail.

Most orders are shipped by mail or UPS Ground Service. However, we reserve the right to ship by the most economical method available. If you desirea faster delivery method (Next Day Air, 2nd Day Air, etc.) please call us for rates.

CONDITIONS OF SALE - Acceptance of seeds upon delivery shall constitute acceptance of these terms, conditions and warrantiesAll of our seed is thoroughly tested for vitality and germination. We guarantee arrival in good condition and warrant to the full amount of the purchase price that our seeds are of good vitality and true to name as described on the container. So many other factors besides the seed influence the successor failure of crops that, in common with all seedsmen, we specifically limit our liability in all instances to the purchase price of the seed. Adverseenvironmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, excess water or drought, or excessive wind can produce reactions in plants that may render the plant/product unmarketable. HOLMES SEED COMPANY does not assume any responsibility for the quality of vegetable production grown underenvironmental stress conditions. The HOLMES SEED COMPANY further limits to such purchase price its liability of any kind on account of anynegligence whatsoever on its part with respect to such seeds. The HOLMES SEED COMPANY shall not be liable for any consequential or incidentaldamages. Claims for defects in this product must be presented to HOLMES SEED COMPANY as soon as possible to enable HOLMES SEED toinvestigate the claim and in any event within 30 days after discovery. Prices are subject to change without notice and to our stocks being unsold.HOLMES SEED reserves the right to correct pricing misprints.

RETURN POLICYAll seed is sold on a NO return basis. Exceptions can only be granted on an individual basis under extraordinary circumstances. Under no circumstances will the HOLMES SEED COMPANY accept returns without prior approval.

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Relative Pod Pod Seed Pod Disease Variety Days Length Shape Color Color Reaction Characteristics

0130 Earliserve 48 4" Round White Medium Green BCMV Slender pods set on an 18" upright plant.

0157 Provider 48 6" Round Purple Medium Green BCMV, BMV15, This early shipper has 16 - 18" vines with straight pods set inUa, PM clusters with low fiber. Compact plants yield well in adverse

conditions and are slow to wilt.

0117 Burpee Stringless 50 6" Round White Medium Green Pods are meaty, juicy and entirely stringless.Green Pod

0121 Contender 50 6 - 7" Round Mottled Medium Green BCMV, PM Flavorful and Stringless. Excellent for freezing and canning.

0138 Magnum 51 7" Round White Medium Green BCMV Very long pods are tender when harvested young. Largeupright plants produce high yields.

ASPARAGUS

Variety Characteristics

0005 Jersey Giant F1 Jersey Giant has the highest and most consistent yields of all. The top quality,all male plants put their energy into producing spears. Jersey Giant will rewardyou with long and regular heavy harvests of 7 - 9" succulent, purple tipped,bright green spears. Plants are very vigorous and resistant to rust and fusarium and tolerant to root and crown rot. Widely adapted for asparagus lovers in thehard winter areas.

0001 Mary Washington A superior yielding type. The leading variety for market growers and home gardens.Produces thick, heavy dark green shoots. Rust-resistant. The large dark green spearshave tight tips with a purplish tinge.

0006 Sweet Purple Deep burgundy spears, pleasant nutty flavor. Developed for specialty and fresh market.

Disease Reaction CodesCode Disease Caused by

BCMV Bean common mosaic virus Bean common mosaic virus

BMV# Bean mosaic virus (Race # noted) Bean common mosaic virus (race #)

BCTV Curly top Beet curly top virus

CI Anthracnose Colletotrichum lindemuthianum

Code Disease Caused by

Psp Halo blight Pseudomonas savastanoi pv. phaseolicolaPss Bacterial brown spot Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringaeUa Rust Uromyces appendiculatusXap Common blight Xanthomonas axonopodis pv. phaseoliPM Powdery Mildew

1/8 oz. 1/4 oz. 1/2 oz. 1 oz. 1/4 lb. 1 lb.

22.00 34.00 59.80 92.00 249.75 675.00

— — — 2.75 7.75 22.00

20.50 31.50 55.50 85.50 231.25 625.00

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GARDEN BEANS

Bush Beans - Green — Listed by Maturity

0157 Provider 0138 Magnum 0184 Strike 0136 Hialeah Bean

0005 Jersey Giant 0001 Mary Washington 0006 Sweet Purple

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Relative Pod Pod Seed Pod Disease Variety Days Length Shape Color Color Reaction Characteristics

0189 Valentino 51 5½" Round White Dark Green BCMV, Ua Fancy, slender pods are straight and well-positionedfor mechanical harvest. Concentrated set held high up on the plant to stay clean.

0100 Ambra 52 6" Round White Medium Green BCMV, BCTV Consistently excellent in yield, earliness and field holdingability. This prolific yielder develops straight and smooth,refined pods that pick clean. Very adaptable and a consistent top performer.

0135 Green Ruler 52 6" Flat White Medium Green BCMV Low fiber and string, spreading upright 19"plant.

0163 Romano Bush 52 6" Flat Brown Medium Green BCMV, BMV15 Wide stringless pods set on a 15 - 20" slow spreading plant.

0197 Topcrop 52 5 - 6" Round Mottled Medium Green BCMV, BMV15 This reliable early bean has pleased growers for years. 18 - 24" strong, upright plants, produce straight and stringless pods for concentrated pickings and high yields.

0115 Bronco 53 5½" Round White Dark Green BCMV Very attractive straight, slender, and shiny pods. Extremely high yielding, very popular with large acreage growers.

0136 Hialeah 53 6" Round White Dark Green BCMV Trustworthy performance. Excellent pack outs of top yields are set high on sturdy plants; Great for machine harvest or hand picking.

0187 Tema 53 5" Round Brown Dark Green BCMV Tema’s colored seed (brown) provides enhanced emergence and early growth in cool soils. The pods have low fiber andexcellent flavor.

0137 Kentucky Dreamer 54 6 - 7" Round White Medium Green BCMV, BMV15 This improved bush Kentucky 125 type has a high concentratedpod set on a 17" high plant. Low fiber makes it good for fresh and shipper market. Patent pending.

0141 Nash 54 5½" Round White Dark Green BCMV This high-yielding fresh market bean features smooth straight pods. It also provides good stress and heat tolerance with a concentrated set.

0145 Prevail 54 5½" Round White Dark Green BCMV, BCTV This main season variety demonstrates excellent stress tolerance.It consistently delivers straight pods set high in an upright plant. Sieve size is 3-½ x 4.

0178 Slenderette 54 5" Round White Dark Green BCMV, BCTV, Dark-green, stringless pods with small white seeds whichBMV15, PM develop slowly. The 14 – 20" plants hold the pods on the upper

half of the plant. Great for freezing or canning.

0194 Tendergreen Improved 54 5 - 6" Round Mottled Dark Green BCMV Large 16 - 20" plants are heavy yielders of smooth, very meaty,purple seeds mottled with tan.

0116 Concesa 55 6" Round White Dark Green BCMV, BCTV, Ua Produces beautiful, shiny pods on upright plants that set high which allows for easy hand harvest. Produces over an extendedperiod of time, allowing fresh, high quality beans for roadside or fresh market.

0133 Greencrop 55 7" Flat White Medium Green BCMV Bush KY Wonder type. Pods have excellent flavor, are tender and half the width of most Romano types.

0166 Royal Burgundy 55 5 - 6" Round Buff Purple The beautiful, dark purple 5" pods can be used raw in salads toadd color. Pods turn green when cooked. The upright plant is dark green with a purplish tinge on the stems.

0184 Strike 55 5½" Round White Medium Green BCMV, BMV15 Vigorous, upright plants produce high yields of straight,stringless, slender, and very smooth pods. Continuous set for easy picking.

0193 Tenderette 55 5 - 6" Round White Dark Green BCMV, BMV15 Vigorous, straight, does well in hot weather. The pods are borne high on 18 - 20" upright plants. Excellent quality. ResemblesTendercrop but with Blue Lake pods. Stringless, fiberless and widely adapted. Machine harvest.

0142 Renegade 56 5½" Round White Very Dark Green BCMV, BCTV Sets a new standard for dark beans with extremely dark-colored pods that meet customer expectations. Renegadefeatures an upright plant that may be machine or handharvested.

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0189 Valentino 0141 Nash0137 Kentucky Dreamer 0193 Tenderette

Bush Beans - Green (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

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Beans - Yellow Bush (Wax) — Listed by Maturity

Beans - French (Filet) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Pod Pod Disease Variety Days Length Color Reaction Characteristics

0172 Sassy 57 4" Medium-Dark Green Pss Heavy yielder with excellent early vigor. Great bean for freezing or canning.

0290 Maxibel 60 7" Dark Green BCMV, Cl Very high yields of long and thin (¼" diameter) pods which areuniform with excellent presentation and flavor. Concentrated setfor hand picking or mechanical harvesting.

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0233 Goldmine0239 Romano Gold 0224 Carson

Bush Beans - Green (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

0124 Derby 0107 Bush Blue Lake Bean

0290 Maxibel

0139 Jade Bean

Relative Pod Pod Seed Pod Disease Variety Days Length Shape Color Color Reaction Characteristics

0160 Roma II 56 5 - 6" Flat White Medium Green BCMV, BMV15 Bush type Romano or Italian bean, Roma II produces yieldswhich are consistently higher and more uniform than most other Romano varieties. Very slow to develop seed and fiber.If picked regularly, plants will continue to bear for 3 weeks or longer. Excellent for canning and freezing. Upright bush plants hold pods well off the ground.

0124 Derby PVP 57 6" Round White Dark Green BCMV Pods are straight and tender with an intermediate sieve sizeand slow seed development. Concentrated set held well offthe ground for easy machine harvest.

0107 Blue Lake Bush 274 58 6" Round White Dark Green BCVM Extremely popular garden variety.

0118 Bush Kentucky 125 58 6 - 7" Flat White Blue Green BCMV, BMV15, Grow Kentucky Wonder quality on a bush rather than a pole. Produces an abundant crop over an extended period onvigorous, upright, dense 18 to 20" plants that hold pods well off the ground. Low in fiber.

0139 Jade 60 6 - 7" Round White Dark Green BCMV, BCTV, Ua Produces long, straight pods with distinctive color, tendertexture and sweet flavor. Pods are smooth, shiny and without fuzz. Its upright bush holds the pods above the ground,reducing the likelihood of curling and tip rot. Less concentratedset for multiple harvests. Best suited for hand pick.

0152 Pink Half Runner 60 4 - 5" Round Pink Bright Red Dual purpose bean for snaps or baking.

0183 State Half Runner 60 5" Flat/Oval White Medium Green BCMV A half-runner type with a highly distinctive flavor. Vigorous bush with 3' non-climbing runners. Resistant to drought and heat.

0196 Volunteer / Tennessee 60 6" Oval White Light Green BCMV, Ua Developed at the University of Tennessee. Continuous set forHalf Runner 3 or 4 hand harvests.

0198 White / Mountaineer 60 4 - 5" Round White Medium Green BCMV Pods are slightly curved, medium green and slim. The bushy Half Runner plant is a “semi-runner” and may have shoots that reach 3 - 4

ft. Young pods are tender and stringless. Heat and droughtresistant. Good for canning, freezing, fresh or shelled. Dries white.

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Beans - Yellow Bush (Wax) (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Pod Pod Pod Seed Disease Variety Days Length Shape Color Color Reaction Characteristics

0236 Resistant Cherokee 50 6" Round Golden-Yellow Black BCMV, Ua Produces excellent yield. Good for fresh market, freezing,or canning.

0233 Goldmine 53 5 - 6" Round Gold White BCMV, Psp Pods are straight, smooth, attractive and yellow early.High yield potential.

0237 Rocdor 53 6" Round Golden-Yellow Black BCMV, Cl, Psp A French wax bean with unique flavor and appearance for upscale fresh markets as well as roadside. Pods are glossy yellow (3 - 4 sieve size). Its flavor is best described as rich and buttery. Widely adaptable.

0227 Goldcrop 55 5 - 6" Round Gold White BCMV, BCTV Long, straight, stringless pods set high on the plant.

0230 Golden Rod 55 6" Round Yellow White BCMV Uniform pods set on sturdy, 14 - 16" tall plants. Plants are high yielding, and provide good anchorage for mechanical harvest or U-pick.

0224 Carson PVP 56 5½" Round Yellow White BCMV, BMV15, Ua, Cl A high yielding wax bean with improved disease package and high percentage of 4 sieve pods. Slightly slimmer than Indy Gold and 2 days earlier.

0225 Eureka 56 5 - 6" Round Gold White BCMV, BMV15 These long, slender yellow wax beans grow on an upright plant and develop their yellow color early. Capable ofproducing very large yields. Suited for fresh market orprocessing.

0229 Golden Butterwax 56 5 - 6" Round Gold White BCMV, BMV15 Pods are straight, smooth, & attractive with good disease resistance.

0232 Goldrush 58 5 - 6" Round Dark Yellow White BCMV, BCTV Reliable for fresh market and home gardens. Large sieve,5½" pod length, with dark yellow pod color.

0239 Romano Gold 58 4" Flat / Broad Bright Yellow White BCMV An extremely attractive, productive wax bush Romano bean. The dwarf, bushy, upright plants hold loads of pods well off the ground. Approximately 5 - 6 beans per pod. A popular Italian novelty for roadside markets.

0235 Pencil Pod Black 60 5 - 7" Round / Oval Gold Black BCMV, Ua Stringless, excellent quality on a vigorous bushy 14 - 21" plant. An all purpose, old-time favorite.

Relative Pod Pod SeedVariety Days Shape Color Color Characteristics

0245 Henderson Bush 65 Thick / Flat Green Creamy White Dwarf lima, hardy, productive even under adverse conditions.

0248 Thorogreen 67 Flat Light Green Pale Green Baby lima great for canning and freezing.

0241 Fordhook 242 70 Thick / Broad Med.-Dark Green Pale Green The most widely grown bush lima for heavy yield. Uniform anddependable under adverse conditions, such as hot, dry weather.Produces heavy yields right through till frost. Pods filled with 3 to 4 high quality thick beans.

0243 Bridgeton 74 Flat Light Green Green Baby lima, resistant to A & B strains of downy mildew.

0240 Burpee's Improved Bush Lima 75 Thick / Flat Green Pale Green Grows in clusters of 5 or 6 pods, slightly curved. Each podcontains 4 or 5 large, flat, oval beans. Very easy to shell.

0249 Speckled Dixie Butterpea 75 Flat Green Brown / Red Speckled Excellent flavor. Vigorous plants bear high yields. Sets well in hot, dry conditions.

0250 White Dixie Butterpea 75 Broad Oval Green Pale Green This white baby lima sets pods in high temperatures. Extremelyprolific, produces until frost.

0255 King of the Garden (Pole) 88 Thick / Flat Green Creamy White Very large lima. 4 seeds per pod. Plant height 8 -10 feet.

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0241 Fordhook 242 0240 Burpee’s Improved0245 Henderson Bush

Beans - Lima (Bush & Pole) — Listed by Maturity

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Edible Vegetable Soybeans (Edamame)Relative Plant Bean Seed

Variety Days Height Size Color Characteristics

0299 BeSweet 292 85 24" 900 / lb. Yellow Seeds are very large and uniformwith high protein, used primarily as agreen shell bean with superior eatingquality. The top commercial variety for vegetable soybeans / best flavor.

Beans - Horticulture & Pole — Listed by Maturity

Relative Pod Pod Pod Seed Variety Days Length Shape Color Color Characteristics

0217 Kentucky Blue PVP 58 6 - 7" Round Medium-Dark Green White Kentucky Blue has an outstanding combination of quality characteristics from its Kentucky Wonder and Blue Lakeparents. Flavor is similar to KY Wonder, but sweetened andenhanced by its Blue Lake parent. It is ready to harvestone week earlier than KY Wonder.

0211 Dwarf Horticultural Taylor 60 6" Thick Flat Red Flecked Yellow Buff w/maroon Can be used early as green snaps but mostly used as greenstreaks shell beans. Plants are semi-runner and do well in cool climates.

0223 McCaslan 63 7 - 8" Flat Oval Medium Green White A vigorous grower and heavy producer, unlike other varieties,producing from the ground up over a long season. The podsare thick and meaty, stringless, brittle, fine grained and ofexcellent quality if harvested young.

0219 Kentucky Wonder 65 7½" - 8½" Flat Oval Medium Green Buff Brown Plant: 5 - 7 feet, good climber, hardy, prolific, widely adapted. Pods are meaty, stringless and tender when young. Distinctive flavor and excellent quality when young. One of the most widely used and best home garden pole varieties for cut beansand freezing.

0221 Romano Pole 66 6" Flat Medium Green Buff Brown w/ This Italian flat pole bean gives high yields of meaty, thick, white eye and stringless pods that are edible when young. This variety

has a distinctive, unique flavor. Plants are 72" tall withresistance to BCMV.

0215 French Horticultural 68 7 - 8" Thick Oval Green / Red Mottled Red SEMI-RUNNER - Pods heavily splashed with that attractivered color that brings premium prices on the market.

0216 Horto 72 6" Thick Oval Red Flecked Mottled Red Horto is a true bush plant with stringless pods. Can be used forsnaps, and the red speckled beans are great shelled or dry.

0220 Supremo 72 7" Oval Red Speckled Specked Red Buff This horticultural bean has a true bush habit that does not set runners. The long pods contain 6 - 8 kidney shaped beans.Pods develop color 5 - 7 days before beans.

0211 Dwarf Horticultural Taylor0217 Kentucky Blue PVP 0219 Kentucky Wonder

0220 Supremo0221 Romano Pole

0299 BeSweet 292

Pole Beans — Pole beans yield two tothree times more than bush beans fromthe same space and are easier to harvesthowever they require a 5 to 8 ft. tall support(trellis, teepee, or single-pole). Germinationtemperature: 70° F to 80° F. Germination isslow and poor when soil temperatures arebelow 60° F.

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Beans - Shell & Miscellaneous — Listed by Maturity

Beans - Southern Peas (Cow Peas) — Listed by Maturity

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Edible Vegetable Soybeans (Edamame)

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0299 BeSweet 292 10.00 9.00 8.75 8.60

Beans - Southern Peas (Cow Peas)

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0279 Queen Anne

0280 Top Pick BrownCrowder

0281 Top Pick Cream

0283 Top Pick Pinkeye

Relative Plant Seed Variety Days Height Color Characteristics

0269 Fava 52 - 85 24" Green Buttery texture with a slightly bitter, nutty flavor.

0271 Jumbo 70 - 80 18 - 24" Green Strong, vigorous plants are tolerant of cooler conditions. Pods are a shiny darkgreen and produce a high ratio of three extra-large beans. Suitable for outdooror greenhouse culture.

0247 Vroma 82 24" Green Brown - Large pods (4 - 5 seeds per pod). Great flavor and appearance.

0263 Black Turtle 85 18 - 24" Black Dense meaty texture, very popular in vegetarian dishes.

0273 Navy 88 18" White Small white bean often used for baked beans and pies.

0270 Great Northern 90 16 - 24" White Large white bean often used in soups and baking.

0278 Pinto 90 24" Mottled Brown Young pods may be harvested and cooked as green pinto beans.

0268 Dark Red Kidney 95 24" Red Also called chili bean. Named for its visual resemblance to a kidney.

Relative Variety Days Pod Color Seed Color Characteristics

0280 Top Pick Brown Crowder 50 - 70 Green / Light Purple / Red Brown High yielding bright color pods for easy shelling.

0281 Top Pick Cream 50 - 70 Green Cream Produces small sized peas on short bushy plants.

0283 Top Pick Pinkeye 50 - 70 Green / Light Purple / Red White / Pinkeye Improved Pink eye variety with concentrated set on top of plant.

0279 Queen Anne 70 Green-Tan Black eye Compact Vines, machine harvest, bright seed color.

0281 Top Pick Cream0280 Tip Pick Brown Crowder 0279 Queen Anne Cow

0247 Vroma 0271 Jumbo 0263 Black Turtle 0238 Dark Red Kidney

@ Price Per Pound @ Price Per Pound

4.75 3.50 3.30 3.10

4.75 3.50 3.30 3.10

4.75 3.50 3.30 3.10

4.75 3.50 3.30 3.10

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Beans - Lima (Bush & Pole)

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more @ Price Per Pound lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0243 Bridgeton

0240 Burpee's Improved Bush Lima

0241 Fordhook 242

0245 Henderson Bush

0255 King of the Garden

0249 Speckled Dixie Butterpea

0248 Thorogreen

0250 White Dixie Butterpea

Beans - Horticulture & Pole

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more@ Price Per Pound lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0211 Dwarf Horticultural Taylor

0215 French Horticultural

0216 Horto

0217 Kentucky Blue PVP

0219 Kentucky Wonder

0223 McCaslan

0221 Romano Pole

0220 Supremo

Beans - Bush - Green

Variety Minimum 10M 40M 80M@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 2M (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

0100 Ambra

0115 Bronco

0116 Concesa

0124 Derby PVP

0136 Hialeah

0139 Jade

0138 Magnum

0141 Nash

0145 Prevail

0187 Tema

0189 Valentino

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more@ Price Per Pound lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0107 Blue Lake Bush 274

0117 Burpee Stringless Green Pod

0118 Bush Kentucky 125 PVP

0121 Contender

0130 Earliserve

0133 Greencrop

0135 Green Ruler

0137 Kentucky Dreamer

0152 Pink Half Runner

0157 Provider

0142 Renegade

0160 Roma II

0163 Romano Bush

0166 Royal Burgundy

0178 Slenderette

0183 State Half Runner

0184 Strike

0193 Tenderette

0194 Tendergreen Improved

0197 Topcrop

0196 Volunteer /TennesseeHalf Runner

0198 White / MountaineerHalf Runner

Beans - French (Filet)

Variety Minimum 2M 10M 40M 80M@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

0290 Maxibel 6.10 5.20 5.10 5.00

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more @ Price Per Pound lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0172 Sassy 3.95 2.85 2.75 2.60

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more @ Price Per Pound lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0227 Goldcrop 3.90 2.80 2.70 2.55

0229 Golden Butterwax 3.90 2.80 2.70 2.55

0232 Goldrush 3.95 2.85 2.70 2.60

0235 Pencil Pod Black 3.90 2.80 2.70 2.55

0236 Resistant Cherokee 3.90 2.80 2.70 2.55

Beans - Yellow Bush (Wax)

Variety Minimum 2M 10M 40M 80M@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

0224 Carson PVP 4.40 3.50 3.40 3.30

0225 Eureka 4.00 3.10 3.00 2.90

0230 Golden Rod 3.90 3.00 2.90 2.80

0233 Goldmine 3.90 3.00 2.90 2.80

0237 Rocdor 5.80 4.90 4.80 4.70

0239 Romano Gold 6.50 5.60 5.50 5.40

Beans - Shell & MiscellaneousVariety Minimum 2M 10M 40M 80M

Seeds by Count (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

0271 Jumbo 5.80 4.90 4.80 4.70

Variety 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 or more @ Price Per Pound lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

0263 Black Turtle 3.85 2.75 2.65 2.50

0268 Dark Red Kidney 3.95 2.88 2.75 2.60

0269 Fava 4.80 3.70 3.60 3.45

0270 Great Northern 3.85 2.70 2.60 2.50

0273 Navy 3.85 2.70 2.60 2.50

0278 Pinto 3.85 2.70 2.60 2.50

0247 Vroma 7.35 5.90 5.80 5.65

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3.85 2.90 2.80 2.70

3.85 2.95 2.85 2.75

4.05 3.10 3.00 2.80

4.50 3.40 3.30 3.20

3.60 2.70 2.60 2.50

4.20 3.10 3.00 2.90

5.65 4.75 4.55 4.35

3.65 2.75 2.65 2.55

3.90 3.10 3.00 2.90

3.80 2.90 2.80 2.70

4.40 3.30 3.20 3.10

3.95 2.90 2.80 2.65

3.95 2.90 2.80 2.65

4.00 2.90 2.80 2.65

3.65 2.55 2.45 2.30

3.95 3.00 2.90 2.75

3.80 2.70 2.60 2.45

3.60 2.50 2.40 2.25

4.35 3.25 3.15 3.00

4.35 3.25 3.15 3.00

3.65 2.55 2.45 2.30

3.30 2.40 2.30 2.20

3.90 2.80 2.70 2.55

3.55 2.45 2.35 2.20

4.10 3.00 2.90 2.75

3.95 2.85 2.75 2.60

3.75 2.65 2.55 2.40

3.95 2.85 2.75 2.60

3.90 2.80 2.70 2.55

3.95 2.90 2.80 2.65

3.65 2.40 2.35 2.20

4.25 3.15 3.05 2.90

4.05 2.95 2.85 2.70

3.95 2.85 2.75 2.65

4.35 3.25 3.15 3.05

4.15 3.25 3.15 3.05

6.25 5.10 5.00 4.95

4.35 3.25 3.15 3.05

4.10 3.00 2.90 2.80

4.45 3.35 3.25 3.15

4.70 3.80 3.70 3.60

3.60 2.50 2.40 2.25

4.05 3.05 2.95 2.80

4.40 3.30 3.20 3.10

3.60 2.50 2.40 2.25

4.15 3.05 2.95 2.80

3.70 2.75 2.65 2.50

3.60 2.50 2.40 2.25

3.60 2.50 2.40 2.25

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BEETS — Listed by Maturity

0312 Kestrel0327 White Albino

Relative Interior Top Variety Days Color Height Characteristics

0300 Bull's Blood 35 tops Candy Striped 2 - 10" Use these deep burgundy leaves for salad mix even under low light conditions. The color 58 roots intensifies as the plant matures.

0318 Solo Monogerm F1 46 Dark Red 13 - 14" Offers the ability to singulate at planting which leads to reduced thinning expenses.Extremely early maturity, superior uniformity and top yields. Erect, deep green, highlydisease tolerant tops (Cercospora leaf spot, Downy Mildew, & Powdery Mildew.

0327 White Albino 50 White 14 - 16" Round, white beet with delicious flavor. Fairly smooth with plain green tops. Expect high yields of great tasting beets that can grow quite large without getting pithy.

0312 Kestrel F1 53 Dark Red 12 - 13" Early maturing uniform globe-shaped second generation hybrid that develops its shape and outstanding, dark red interior color early for baby beets as well as main seasonproduction. Healthy tops due to high disease tolerance (Cercospora leaf spot, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, and Rhizoctonia.

0313 Pacemaker III F1 (Treated) 53 Blood Red 12" Bright colored greens free of Cercospora Leaf Spot. Flavorful roots are smooth and even colored. Erect greens and smooth roots for bunching. 0311 Pacemaker III F1 (Untreated)

0315 Red Ace F1 (Untreated) 53 Deep Red 10" Excellent for bunching Red Ace is a fast growing hybrid of the Detroit Short top type.0317 Red Ace F1 (Treated) Extremely smooth root of even red color resists zoning in hot weather. A smooth,

medium size crown supports tops which are short and erect, which can be harvestedfor greens from early growth well past maturity.

0314 Eagle F1 54 Med Dark Red 14 - 16" Round roots are very smooth with small crowns and have a strong top attachment.Interior free of zoning, a very fine texture and good flavor. The dark green tops havered veining and make an attractive top for bunching beets. Shown good heat tolerance.

0301 Burpee Golden 55 Gold 12 - 14" Sweet, mild flavor with tender tops.

0324 Merlin F1 55 Dark Red 15 - 17" Exceptional sweetness (12 - 15% brix). Roots are uniform and round with a refined tap root. The dark red interior tolerates zoning during drought and adverse weather.Produces attractive dark green, glossy tops that hold their color throughout the season. Has intermediate resistance to downy mildew and cercospora.

0319 Ruby Queen 55 Deep Ruby Red 10 - 12" Round very smooth shoulder and crown with a small tap root. Interior: Uniform, mediumbright-red color. Texture is fine, buttery smooth in appearance. Medium, dull green leaves.

0316 Touchstone Gold 55 Bright Gold 12" Smooth, uniform, round roots with good internal color (slight zoning). Have greenpetioles and leaves. Retains its golden color when cooked.

0303 Chioggia 58 Purple / White 10 - 12" Beautiful purple and white interior zoning with attractive tops

0304 Cylindra 58 Dark Red 12 - 14" Unique long cylindrical roots can be about 8 inches long and nearly 2 inches across.

0309 Green Top Bunching 58 Bright Red 15" Known for its tall tasty green tops.

0302 Chioggia Guardsmark 60 Purple / White 10 - 12" This notably improved Chioggia beet offers a vivid purple and white interior zoning along with a sweet flavor. Roots are flattened globe shape with short attractive tops.

0307 Detroit Supreme 60 Blood Red 14 - 16" Refined uniform globe shaped beet. Interior resists zoning during prolonged dry periodsand warm weather. The root has smooth skin and small tap root. Heavy yields.

0315 & #0317 Red Ace F10313 & 0311

Pacemaker III F1

0314 Eagle 0301 Burpee Golden 0324 Merlin F1 0319 Ruby Queen

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Beets

Variety Order in 10M 10,000 50,000 100,000@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds Multiples Seeds @ Seeds @ & Up @

0312 Kestrel 0.95 0.85 0.75

0324 Merlin F1 0.95 0.85 0.75

0318 Solo Monogerm F1 1.45 1.25 1.15

Variety oz. 1/4 lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @ Price Per Pound or more @

0300 Bull's Blood 3.95 10.75 29.00 27.00

0301 Burpee Golden 7.25 19.50 53.00 50.00

0303 Chioggia 3.25 9.50 27.00 26.00

0302 Chioggia Guardsmark 3.50 10.00 29.00 27.00

0304 Cylindra 2.50 3.75 9.75 9.25

0305 Detroit Dark Red 2.75 4.00 12.00 11.50

0307 Detroit Supreme 2.75 4.25 14.00 13.50

Variety oz. 1/4 lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @ Price Per Pound or more @

0314 Eagle F1 3.50 10.00 29.00 27.00

0309 Green Top Bunching 2.50 3.75 10.00 9.50

0310 Lutz Green Leaf 2.75 5.50 15.00 14.75

0313 Pacemaker III F1 (Treat) 4.00 11.00 30.00 28.00

0311 Pacemaker III F1 (Untreat) 4.25 11.50 31.00 29.00

0315 Red Ace F1 (Untreat) 4.00 11.00 30.00 28.00

0317 Red Ace F1 (Treat) 4.25 11.50 31.00 29.00

0319 Ruby Queen 2.50 3.75 10.00 9.50

0308 Sugar Beet 4.25 12.25 35.00 34.00

0316 Touchstone Gold 11.50 32.75 95.00 93.00

0323 Western Sugar Beet 4.25 12.25 35.00 34.00

0327 White Albino 7.25 19.50 53.00 50.00

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BROCCOLI — Listed by Maturity

Beets — Beets grow poorly in acid soil. They tolerate low fertility but require consistent moisture. The wrinkled “seedball”usually contains two to four viable seeds, making it necessaryto thin to 3 to 4 inch spacing. Germination temperature:50° F to 85° F.

Disease Reaction CodesBLS Black Leaf Speck

Xcc Black Rot Caused byXanthromonas campestris

DM Downy Mildew caused byPeronospora paransitica

HS Hollow Stem

BEETS (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

0303 Chioggia 0304 Cylindra

0413 Apollo F1 0414 Atlantis F1

Relative Interior Top Variety Days Color Height Characteristics

0310 Lutz Green Leaf 63 Purple Red 14 - 18" This heirloom variety produces 2 - 3" roots that are very sweet and not pithy even when large or stored. Bright Green Long tops with pink mid-ribs excellent for greens.

0305 Detroit Dark Red 65 Dark Red 14 - 16" Extremely popular high quality open pollinated red beet.

0308 Sugar Beet 85 White 12 - 24" Heavy yields, widely adapted, excellent quality. Long and thick, with white flesh and3 lbs. in weight.

0323 Western Sugar Beet 85 - 100 White 12 - 24" Heavy yields, high quality 3 lb.

RelativeVariety Days Characteristics @ Price Per 1000 Seeds

0413 Apollo F1 60 Has long, very tender stalks and elongated, flattish florets. Provides outstanding flavor and plate appeal.

0414 Atlantis F1 60 A broccoli/gailan cross that competes favorably with baby broccoli sold in the supermarket. Great taste with excellent yield.

BABY BROCCOLI (Chinese Kale / Gai Lan) — Listed by Maturity

10,000 25,000 100,0001,000 Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

32.00 29.00 28.00 26.00

32.00 29.00 28.00 26.00

AvailableApril 2013

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Relative Market Variety Days Season Head Traits Disease Characteristics

0404 De Cicco 48 - 85 Fall Semi-Dome Varying maturity, significant side shoot growth follows head harvestfor extra yield.

0420 Packman F1 48 Spring, Fall (early) Semi-Dome, Medium bead A large-headed hybrid. This mid-early, green broccoli puts up a large heavy head. It features excellent side-shoot development after the main head is cut.

0441 Windsor F1 53 Spring, Fall Semi-Dome, medium fine bead DM Excellent choice for mid-season in northeastern U.S. Can take warmer temperatures and keeps its color and medium-sized beads tight when other varieties fade. Maintains its uniformity and high yield potential even in high density plantings.

0425 Premium Crop F1 56 Spring, Fall Domed, Small Bead DM, HS Good holding ability, solid density, widely adapted, high yieldingvigorous grower.

0435 Small Miracle F1 56 Spring, Fall Domed, Small Bead Dwarf plants grow a little over a foot tall. Highly productive. Greatfor home garden.

0406 Green Magic F1 60 Spring, Fall Domed DM Dependable, fancy quality heads. Sturdy and heavy, very good for crown cut. Dark green, 6 - 7" semi-dome heads with best side shoot production. Good uniformity and holding ability.

0408 Everest F1 65 Spring, Fall Medium Dome DM High yield over a concentrated harvest period.

0411 Gypsy F1 68 Spring, Fall High Dome, Medium/ DM The vigorous but uniform medium green plants yields smooth heads. Small Bead Good heat tolerance.

0410 Marathon F1 68 Fall High Dome, Small Bead DM Widely adaptable, medium late, with very attractive heads and very fine beads. Good cold tolerance.

0400 Arcadia F1 70 Fall High Dome, Small Bead Flavorful, crisp florets and uniform heads. This versatile variety stands2 feet tall and has 5" wide heads. Tightly domed, purplish-green heads.

0412 Monaco F1 70 Spring, Summer Large Semi-Dome, Small bead Produces very nice quality for fresh as well as freezing use. Heattolerant for spring/summer sowing.

0401 B1-10 F1 75 Spring, Summer Large Dome, Small Bead Heat tolerant variety for summer sowing.

0403 Diplomat F1 75 Spring, Summer, Fall Semi-Dome, Small Bead DM Its attractive blue-green heads have shown good heat and coldtolerance, and produces very uniform. Can’t be beat in hot weather.

0422 Patriot F1 75 Spring, Summer High Dome, Small Bead BB, HS, DM A taller Greenbelt type. Suitable for fresh market bunching, crown cutand freezer markets. Popular worldwide.

0409 Greenbelt F1 78 Spring, Summer Large Dome, Small Bead DM, Xcc, BLS, HS A proven late performer. Can be spaced farther apart for larger heads.

0437 Triathlon F1 80 Spring, Summer Semi-Dome, medium DM Yields a dense, smooth head. Ideal for crown cuts as it yields a muchsmall bead heavier head that offers growers and buyers more “produce in the

box”. Purples less than other varieties.

0440 Waltham 29 93 Spring Medium Dome Produces uniform high yields. Cold resistance, dwarf compact plant, Steady side shoot production after main head is harvested. Good for freezing.

BROCCOLI (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

0410 Marathon 0412 Monaco F1 0403 Diplomat F1 0409 Greenbelt

0420 Packman F1 0441 Windsor F1 0406 Green Magic 0408 Everest F1

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Relative Sprout Variety Days Size Plant Characteristics

0506 Jade Cross F1 75 1½" Short Deep green, medium firmness, close spacing. Very good standing,Original uniform, and high yielding.

0505 Jade "E" F1 85 ¾ - 1" Medium Solid sprouts set closely and are easily removed. Uniformly high yielding.

0509 Royal Marvel F1 85 1" Tall Dark Green spouts are uniform, large, round, and flavorful. Vigorous plantsproduce high yields.

0501 Catskill Long 95 ¾ - 1" Short Popular OP variety with medium green sprouts. Island Improved

0508 Franklin F1 100 1½" Tall Large, firm, medium-green, and flavorful sprouts mature quickly andare consistently productive.

BRUSSEL SPROUTS — Listed by Maturity

Relative Variety Days Characteristics @ Price Per Pound

0402 Broccoli RAAB 60(Spring Rapini)

Broccoli

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 1,000 10,000 25,000 100,000 Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

0400 Arcadia F1

0401 B1-10 F1

0403 Diplomat F1

0408 Everest F1

0406 Green Magic F1

0409 Greenbelt F1

0411 Gypsy F1

0410 Marathon F1

0412 Monaco F1

0420 Packman F1

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 1,000 10,000 25,000 100,000 Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

0422 Patriot F1

0425 Premium Crop F1

0435 Small Miracle

0437 Triathlon F1

0441 Windsor F1

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or Variety more @

0404 De Cicco 2.75 5.25 15.00 13.00

0440 Waltham 29 2.75 5.25 15.00 13.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3.95 10.75 29.00 28.00

Variety @ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 1,000 Seeds 5,000 Seeds @ 25,000 Seeds @ 100,000 Seeds @

0508 Franklin F1 22.50 22.00 21.00 20.00

0506 Jade Cross F1 Original 13.00 12.00 11.50 10.50

0505 Jade "E" F1 13.00 12.00 11.50 10.50

0509 Royal Marvel F1 22.50 22.00 21.00 20.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

0501 Catskill Long Island Improved 2.75 5.50 16.00

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Brussel Sprouts— Direct seed about 4 months before expected fall frost. Tolerates frost (Frost actually improves flavor). Harvest can continue until nearly end of calendar year. Germination temperature: 45° F to 85° F.

BROCCOLI (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

0402 Broccoli Raab(Spring Rapini)

Robust flavor similar to that of broccolibutwith more bite. Sow in cool soil whenyou would plant radishes or turnips.Shoots grow about 12 inches tall andform button-sized florets. Can produce 2 oreven 3 cuttings in cool weather conditions.

0508 Franklin F1

0506 Jade Cross

Broccoli— grows best when daytime temperatures are in the 60°s F. Grow in both spring and fall, but avoid mid-summer crops as hot weathercan cause premature bolting. Wide spacing will produce large central heads. Closer spacing will produce smaller central heads and greater total yield(if harvesting secondary heads). Germination temperature: 45° F to 85° F.

5.75 5.10 4.90 4.65

5.75 4.95 4.75 4.50

6.25 5.50 5.30 5.05

6.00 5.40 5.20 4.95

7.10 6.50 6.30 6.05

5.40 4.80 4.60 4.35

5.75 4.95 4.75 4.50

5.75 4.95 4.75 4.50

5.95 5.15 4.95 4.70

7.75 7.00 6.75 6.50

5.85 5.25 5.05 4.80

4.95 4.25 4.05 —

4.10 3.50 3.30 —

4.10 3.50 3.30 3.00

5.95 5.15 4.95 4.70

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Cabbage (Hybrid Green) — Listed by Maturity

CABBAGE

Relative Average Variety Days Color Size Shape Disease Characteristics

0620 K-K Cross F1 58 Medium Green 7 - 9+ lbs. Oblate High heat tolerance

0608 Fast Vantage F1 59 Light Green 2½ lbs. / 5 - 6" Round Bred for early maturity and high yields. Good heat tolerance. Has nice fresh green color and sweet, mild flavor.

0603 Charmant F1 60 Blue-Green 2½ lbs. / 6" Round Foc, TB Stonehead maturity but slightly larger in head size and frame. Solid heads with a short core. Holds well in summer heat. Very compact - well adapted for close spacing.

0602 Blue Vantage F1 70 Blue-Green 3 - 4 lbs. / 6¾" Round Foc, TB Good shipper. Head thick leaved, short cored, and slow to split.Withstands excess moisture. Good field holding ability.

0607 Dynamo F1 70 Blue-Green 2½ lbs. / 5 - 6" Round Miniature heads with good wrappers. Excellent fieldholding ability. Can be planted in spring or fall.

0619 Platinum Dynasty F1 70 Blue-Green Medium - Large Round Xcc, Foc, TB Widely adapted, with excellent uniformity of heavy heads and good holding ability.

0609 Gregorian F1 73 Green 3½ lbs. / 6 - 7" Round Utilizes CMS breeding resulting in excellent uniformity. Produces aproduct with tolerance to environmental stresses and good field holding and dependability.

0600 Blue Dynasty F1 75 Blue-Green 5 lbs. / 7" Round to Foc, Xcc, TB Nice solid heads with a medium-open plant frame. Semi-Round

0606 Bayou Dynasty F1 75 Blue-Green 3½ - 5 lbs. Round to This single cross hybrid has nice solid heads with a medium-Semi-Round open plant frame.

0629 Royal Vantage F1 76 Blue-Green 3 lbs. / 7" Round Foc. Large, solid heads with excellent wrap. Sizes well in cool weather or poor soil. An excellent shipper that holds well.

0615 Little Rock F1 78 Blue-Green 5½ - 8" / 8 lbs. Round Foc. Produces solid heads at an early stage of development.Has good holding ability, great for storage.

0650 Stonehead F1 78 Green 4 - 6 lbs. / 6" Round Xcc, Foc. Very Solid heads with small interior core. Holds well without bursting.

0601 Blue Pak F1 80 Blue-Green 2¼ - 4 lbs. / Round Fox, Xcc Very attractive, widely adapted. Heads are well wrapped with 5½ - 7" medium to short cores and excellent interiors

0604 Bobcat F1 80 Dark Blue 4 - 6 lbs. Round Foc, Xcc, TB, BLS Very attractive, noted for uniformity and taste.

0618 O-S Cross F1 80 Medium Green 8 - 10 lbs. Oblate Uniform size and maturity. Small to medium core with a short stem. Can produce massive heads under optimum conditions. Heat tolerant.

0608 Fast Vantage F1 0603 Charmant F1 0602 Blue Vantage 0600 Blue Dynasty

0615 Little Rock F1 0650 Stonehead F1 0604 Bobcat F1 0618 OS Cross F1

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CABBAGE

Cabbage (Hybrid Green) (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Average Variety Days Color Size Shape Disease Characteristics

0611 Bravo F1 85 Blue-Green Very Large Round Xcc, Foc Use 10 - 12 inch spacing for market and 18 - 24 inch spacing for kraut. Outstanding field performance.

0657 Vantage Point F1 85 Dark Blue-Green 5½ lbs. / 7" Round Foc, TB Large, exceptionally dense heads and a well filled interior.Excellent field holding ability and holds well during shipping. Excellent for kraut.

0652 Superkraut 86 F1 86 Blue-Green Large Round Foc, TT High yielding processing cabbage with good holding ability.Large head with good quality for kraut processing.

0617 Pennant F1 88 Blue-Green 7 - 8" Round Foc., TB Noted for its wide adaptation and strong holding ability.Excellent interior and flavor. Very sweet, good for kraut.

0622 Quisor F1 90 Blue-Green 3 - 5 lbs. / 7 - 8" Round Foc Fresh market type offers excellent CMS uniformity, yield, and color. Fresh market type.

Cabbage Disease Reaction CodesBLS: Black leaf speck, a physiological disorder

Foc: Fusarium yellows caused by Fusarium oxysprum f. sp. Conglutinans

Pb: Clubroot caused by Plasmodiophora brassicae

DM: Downy Mildew caused by Peronospora paransitica

Xcc: Black rot caused by Xanthomonas campestris

TuMV Turnip Mosaic Virus

BL: Black Leg

TB: Strong against Tip Burn

TT: Thrip Tolerant

0611 Bravo 0657 Vantage Point

0627 Red Dynasty F1 0654 Super Red 80 F1

0617 Pennant F1 0622 Quisor F1

Relative Average Variety Days Color Size Shape Disease Characteristics

0627 Red Dynasty F1 77 Deep Red 3+ lbs. / 6½" Round Foc Excellent internal color. The plant has a large frame and the heads hold well. Head is tall and erect and has a short core. Ideal for fresh and shredder markets.

0654 Super Red 80 F1 80 Medium Red 2 - 2½ lbs. Round Xcc, TB Highly rated early red cabbage for both appearance and taste. Well wrapped and smooth, refined and resists splitting. Flavor is superior; tender, crisp and pleasantly peppery. Can be planted at close spacing to produce single-servingsize mini-cabbages.

Cabbage (Hybrid Red) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Average Variety Days Color Size Shape Disease Characteristics

0632 Savoy Ace 73 Deep Green 3½ lbs. Round Fine quality main season savoy type. Heads are extremely uniform, roundedImproved F1 with excellent interiors. Medium size plants adaptable to all areas. Excellent

yield potential and very sweet.

0640 Savoy King F1 80 Dark Green 4 lbs. Flat Round TB High Yielding. Can be sown in spring, summer, and autumn.

Cabbage (Hybrid Savoy) — Listed by Maturity

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Relative AverageVariety Days Color Size Shape Disease Characteristics

0612 Huron F1 110 Green 10 - 15 lbs. / Oblong Foc High quality, long-term storage hybrid. 8 - 10" Green in color with a large frame,

medium cores, and exceptional yields.Huron has very good vigor.

Cabbage - Storage (Hybrid) — Listed by Maturity

0612 Huron F1

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

0616 Mei Qing Choi F1 35 Napa (Celery) Green Hybrid Pak Choi with green petioles. Miniature, tight vase-shape plants are tender and of excellent eating quality. Vigorous, uniform plants are compact and slow to bolt. Tolerates heat and cold.

0655 Toy Choy F1 40 Napa (Celery) Dark Green Miniature pak choi with white petioles. Grows to 5" tall.

0624 Pak Choi White Stem 45 - 60 Napa (Celery) Green w/ Delicious and mild leaves with thick white ribs are hardy and cold resistant.white stem

0614 Joi Choi F1 55 Napa (Celery) Dark Green, Well adapted to fall and winter planting. Very tender, shiny leaves with erect broad stalks. Uniform White Stalks plants are slow to bolt, high yielding and cold tolerant.

0621 Napaville F1 60 Michihili Dark Green Medium heading, barrel-shaped, 5½ pounds. Noted for exceptional cold tolerance and highlyrecommended for early sowing or cool areas. Heavy yielding, uniform variety.

0613 Jade Pagoda F1 68 Michihili Dark Green 10 - 12" tall, cylindrical type with excellent wrap and erect habit. Slow to bolt.

Chinese Cabbage (Hybrid) — Listed by Maturity

0624 Pak Choi White Stem0655 Toy Choy 0621 Napaville

Relative Variety Days Size Type Color Characteristics

0675 Golden Acre 62 2 - 3 lbs. Round Green Earliest of golden acre types.

0665 Copenhagen Market 68 3 - 4 lbs. Round Medium Green Widely adapted with solid interior.

0673 Early Jersey Wakefield 68 2 - 3 lbs. Pointed Dark Green Slow to bolt - popular for home garden.

0671 Early Flat Dutch 70 - 95 6 - 10 lbs. Flat Round Dark Green Short core, few outside leaves set close in rows.

0685 Red Acre 76 3 lb. Round Red Earliest red cabbage. Stands long time without splitting.

0680 Michihilli (Chinese Cabbage) 78 ½ lb. Michihilli Green Standard O.P. Chinese cabbage for bedding plant growers.

0660 Brunswick 85 - 90 6 - 9 lbs. Flat Round Dark Green Uniform flat drumhead. Large ribbed plants with short stems (storage and kraut)

0683 Perfection Savoy 90 6 lbs. Flat Dark Green Primarily for late summer and fall crops. Heavily crumpled leaves.

0670 Danish Ballhead 105 5 - 7 lbs. Round Blue Green Good for all purpose and kraut.

0678 Late Flat Dutch Type 108 up to 30 lbs. Flat Round Green Huge kraut cabbage, stores well.

Cabbage (Open Pollinated) — Listed by Maturity

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@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 1,000 5,000 25,000 100,000 Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

0606 Bayou Dynasty F1

0600 Blue Dynasty F1

0601 Blue Pak F1

0602 Blue Vantage F1

0604 Bobcat F1

0611 Bravo F1

0603 Charmant F1

0607 Dynamo F1

0608 Fast Vantage

0609 Gregorian F1

0612 Huron F1

0613 Jade Pagoda F1

0614 Joi Choi F1

0620 K-K Cross F1

0615 Little Rock F1

0616 Mei Qing Choi F1

0621 Napaville F1

0618 OS-Cross F1

0617 Pennant F1

0619 Platinum Dynasty F1

0622 Quisor F1

0627 Red Dynasty F1

0629 Royal Vantage F1

1,000 5,000 25,000 100,000 Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

0632 Savoy Ace Improved F1

0640 Savoy King F1

0650 Stonehead F1

0654 Super Red F1

0652 Superkraut 86 F1

0655 Toy Choy F1

0657 Vantage Point

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

0660 Brunswick

0665 Copenhagen Market

0670 Danish Ballhead

0671 Early Flat Dutch

0673 Early Jersey Wakefield

0675 Golden Acre

0678 Late Flat Dutch Type

0680 Michihilli

0624 Pak Choi White Stem

0683 Perfection Savoy

0685 Red Acre

Cabbage

Carrots (Hybrid)

CARROTS

Relative Variety Maturity Shape Size Interior Characteristics

0720 Nebula F1 Early Cylindrical 6 - 8" Bright Orange Replacement for Sweetness III F1. This hybrid nantes type carrot has (Sweetness III F1) erect healthy foliage. Roots have excellent color and are very uniform

in length. Break and split tolerance results in an extremely highmarketable yield with good storability.

0711 Purple Haze F1 Midseason Slight Taper 8" Bright Orange Deep purple exterior. Product is sweet, tender, and flavorful.

0701 Atomic Red0711 Purple Haze F1 0708 Cosmic Purple

Cabbage —Abundant and inexpensive, cabbage is one of the oldestvegetables in existence and continues to be a dietarystaple throughout the world.

4.25 3.75 3.60 3.35

4.60 4.15 3.95 3.45

4.65 4.15 4.00 3.50

4.30 3.80 3.65 3.15

4.30 3.80 Available - April 2013

4.90 4.40 4.25 3.75

4.85 4.35 4.10 3.60

4.25 3.75 3.60 3.35

5.00 4.50 4.35 3.85

4.95 4.45 4.30 3.80

9.50 8.95 8.75 8.25

3.15 2.65 2.50 2.25

3.65 3.15 3.00 2.75

9.50 8.95 8.75 8.25

3.50 3.00 2.85 2.50

3.65 3.15 3.00 2.75

3.65 3.15 3.00 2.75

4.55 4.05 3.90 3.55

3.90 3.40 3.25 3.00

4.90 4.40 4.25 3.75

4.45 3.95 3.80 3.55

6.90 6.50 6.35 5.85

4.25 3.75 3.60 3.35

8.25 7.95 7.80 7.30

8.25 7.95 7.80 7.30

5.00 4.50 4.35 3.85

6.00 5.90 5.75 5.25

9.00 8.50 8.35 7.85

3.50 2.95 2.75 2.65

4.00 3.70 3.55 3.05

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.25 7.40 19.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.25 7.40 19.00

3.00 5.25 13.00

3.25 7.25 18.00

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Carrots — Root quality is best when soil temperatures are 60° F to 70° F. The shape of the root is determined within the first few weeks after germination whenthe new plant extends its taproot deep into the soil. If it encounters obstacles (such as rocks or high water table) or is damaged, shape and quality of the root willsuffer. Carrots are slow to germinate (1 to 3 weeks), and often germinate unevenly over a period of several weeks. Germination temperature: 50° F to 85° F.

Unlike most vegetables, carrots are more nutritious when eaten cooked than eaten raw. Due to their tough cellular walls, most of the nutrition is undigestible. Cooking partially dissolves cellulose-thickened cell walls, releasing the nutrients by breaking down the cell membranes.

0717 Solar Yellow0709 Lunar White 0718 Tendersweet

RelativeVariety Maturity Shape Size Interior Characteristics

0701 Atomic Red Early Tapered 9" Red High in lycopene. Cooking deepens color, improves flavor and texture

0702 Chantenay Red Cored Midseason Slight Taper, blunt tip 6 - 7" Deep Orange Crisp and sweet with 20" tops.

0708 Cosmic Purple Early Slight Taper 6 - 8" Orange Bright purple exterior, interesting and tasty.

0705 Danvers 126 Early Slight Taper, blunt tip 6 - 7" Orange Excellent for storage. Resists cracking and splitting.

0710 Imperator Midseason Slight Taper 8 - 10" Orange Small core, strong tops. Excellent for fall crops in the North.Hybrid-like uniformity.

0707 Little Finger Early Cylindrical 3 - 4" Bright Orange Smooth, blunt tips color quickly. Used for baby carrots when harvested early.

0709 Lunar White Midseason Tapered 11" White Fine, mild flavor with a small core.

0713 Royal Chantenay Early Cylindrical 5 - 7" Red Orange Red orange inside and out, with sweet, fine-grained flesh. Sturdy15-20 inch tops. Dependable heavy yields. Excellent for canning or freezing, bunching and storing.

0715 Scarlet Nantes Early Cylindrical 5 - 6" Orange A bunching carrot. Excellent quality. Slightly pointed shape. Richorange red color.

0717 Solar Yellow Midseason 6 - 7" Yellow Completely Yellow carrot, very sweet flavor, extra crunchy and juicy.

0718 Tendersweet Midseason Tapered 8 - 10" Orange One of the sweetest carrots on the market. Uniform deep red-orange, smooth; nearly coreless and very sweet. Tops are 16 - 20". Holds color for freezing.

Carrots (Open Pollinated)

@ Price Per Pound 5 lbs. or Variety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. more @

0701 Atomic Red

0702 Chantenay Red Cored

0708 Cosmic Purple

0705 Danvers 126

0710 Imperator

0707 Little Finger

0709 Lunar White

@ Price Per Pound 5 lbs. or Variety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. more @

0720 Nebula F1 (Sweetness III F1)

0711 Purple Haze F1

0713 Royal Chantenay

0715 Scarlet Nantes

0717 Solar Yellow

0718 Tendersweet —

Carrots

11.75 17.75 51.75 150.00 147.00

— 3.25 6.50 17.50 17.00

11.75 17.75 51.75 150.00 147.00

— 3.25 6.50 17.50 17.00

— 3.25 7.40 19.00 N/A

— 3.25 6.50 18.00 17.50

11.75 17.75 51.75 150.00 147.00

16.20 25.00 68.00 185.00 180.00

38.00 59.00 150.00 400.00 —

— 3.25 6.75 18.00 17.50

— 3.25 6.50 17.50 17.00

11.75 17.75 51.75 150.00 147.00

3.25 6.50 17.50 N/A

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CAULIFLOWER

Relative DaysVariety (From Transplant) Head Type Plant Color Characteristics

0835 Violet Queen F1 65 Domed Medium Deep Purple This attractive purple cauliflower is easy to grow because it needs no tying. Color is a bright burgundy violet. Cooks to a pale green color.

0818 Graffiti F1 75 - 80 Domed Large Deep Purple The deep purple color and dark green leaves makes for a strikingcombination. Best for fall planting but can also be grown in spring.Turns bluish- purple when cooked.

0821 Veronica F1 78 Spiraled Large Lime Green Romanesco: Heads have pointed, spiraled pinnacles. Mild nutty taste. Very unique and attractive.

0808 Cheddar F1 80 - 85 Domed Medium Orange Attractive orange cauliflower. Recommended for fall or early spring(poor heat tolerance). Do not wrap to intensify color.

Colored Cauliflower (Hybrid) — Listed by Maturity

Cauliflower (Hybrid) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Days Self Variety (From Transplant) Head Type Plant Wrapping Characteristics

0825 Snow Crown F1 55 Semi-Domed Medium No Popular for early maturity and superior uniformity.

0819 Imperial 10-6 60 Deep Domed Large Partial Recommended for late summer and early fall harvest. Produces large jacket leaves for good head protection and easy tying.

0805 Candid Charm F1 65 Deep Domed Large Partial Pure white, uniform in maturity. Very heavy yields with long holdingability without purple cast. Plants are vigorous, with large dark green leaves which cover well. Best in cool areas.

0817 Freedom F1 66 Domed Large Yes Amazing uniformity and beautiful white color. Tolerant to heat and stress.

0816 Fremont F1 70 Domed Large Yes Outstanding quality, heat and stress tolerance. Very white, deep, with smooth curds.

0822 Symphony F1 71 Semi-Domed Large Partial Acclaimed for whiteness. Features high quality, dense white heads and an erect plant habit with excellent inner wrapper leaves. Very uniform at maturity

0830 Snow Grace F1 73 Deep Domed Medium No Although this variety maintains the heat tolerance of Snow Crown, itdevelops better wrapper leaves during cooler growing conditions inearly fall.

0802 Amazing F1 75 Deep Domed Large Yes Vigorous and uniform with a thick leaf jacket. The upright wrappersprovide good protection. Bright white color; very large and dense.

0800 Absolute F1 75 Domed Medium-Large Yes Provides good head protection. Excellent uniformity at maturity andwidley adaptable. Curds have good density and bright-white color.

0801 Accent F1 75 Domed Medium-Large Yes Produces solid, bright white heads. Tipburn resistance and warm weathertolerance allow for warm season production.

0837 Whistler F1 78 Domed Large No Excellent weight and a bright, white color. Plant covers well and hasexcellent heat tolerance.

0835 Violet Queen F1 0818 Graffiti F1 0821 Veronica F1 0808 Cheddar F1

0817 Freedom F1 0816 Freemont F1 0802 Amazing F1 0800 Absolute F1

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@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 100 1,000 5,000 25,000 100,000Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

0800 Absolute F1

0801 Accent F1

0802 Amazing F1

0805 Candid Charm F1

0808 Cheddar F1

0816 Fremont F1

0817 Freedom F1

0818 Graffiti F1

0819 Imperial F1

0825 Snow Crown F1

0830 Snow Grace F1

0822 Symphony F1

0821 Veronica F1

0835 Violet Queen F1

0837 Whistler F1

½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

0820 Snowball - Self Blanche 3.25 5.00 13.75 37.00

0823 Snowball Y Improved 3.25 5.00 13.75 37.00

Cauliflower —Prefers well-drained, fertile soil high in organic matter (can tolerateslightly alkaline soil). Too much sun, heat or nitrogen can cause“ricey” heads where the curd separates into small, rice-likegrains.Germination temperature: 45° F to 85° F.

As its name suggests, cauliflower is indeed a flower. The creamywhite, crunchy stems and head of the cauliflower plant, which weeat, are actually the undeveloped stems and buds of a flower.

Cauliflower (Open Pollinated) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Days Self Variety (From Transplant) Head Type Plant Wrapping Characteristics

0820 Snowball - Self Blanche 60 Semi-Domed Large Yes Pure white heads. The leaves will self wrap during cool weather, butwill not in warm weather.

0823 Snowball Y Improved 65 Semi-Domed Large No Widely adapted, high quality

0902 Golden Pascal

Relative Plant Stalk Length Variety Days Height (to first joint) Characteristics

0903 Tendercrisp 90 - 105 24 - 26" 11 - 12" Giant Pascal type. It has a massive head, with smooth, tall, thick, dark-green stalks. High yields. Good home garden variety.

0905 Tall Utah 52-70 98 - 120 25" 10 - 12" Vigorous strain of Utah often used by commercial celery growers. Tall dark green plants, thick smooth stalks. Sweet without blanching; brown checkresistant.

0902 Golden Pascal 110 - 115 24 - 32" up to 20" Thick yellow-green stalks have good flavor and are free of strings.

Variety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb.

0902 Golden Pascal 6.25 9.75 25.00

0903 Tendercrisp 4.25 — —

0905 Tall Utah 52-70 3.75 5.50 15.00

CELERY

0903 Tendercrisp 0905 Tall Utah 52-70

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— 21.00 20.50 20.00 19.50

— 43.00 42.00 41.00 40.00

— 8.75 8.25 8.00 7.50

— 10.00 9.75 9.50 9.00

12.00 59.00 58.00 56.00 54.00

— 29.00 28.00 26.00 24.00

— 29.00 28.00 26.00 24.00

11.00 55.00 54.00 52.00 50.00

— 5.00 4.50 4.25 3.75

— 10.55 10.00 9.80 9.70

— 10.00 9.50 9.25 8.75

— 9.00 8.50 8.25 7.75

7.25 35.00 34.00 33.00 32.00

— 16.50 — Crop Failure for 2013 —

— 34.00 33.00 32.00 31.00

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Relative Variety Days Leaf Type / Color Characteristics

0976 Bulldog F1 71 Dark Green / Slightly Savoyed This hybrid is a fancier Georgia type. Yield potential is high, with very good uniformity.It has an upright plant habit. Bolt resistant.

0959 Top Bunch F1 71 Medium Green / Slightly Savoyed Generally earlier and more uniform than OP’s. Appearance in between Vates andGeorgia. Tall, semi-erect plant. Leaves regrow quickly after harvest.

0957 Flash F1 73 Dark Green / Smooth Vates type. The slowest of our collards to bolt, it allows growers repeated heavyharvests. Good for stripping and bunching.

0956 Hi Crop F1 73 Blue, Green / Semi-Smooth Known for having large, heavy, and tasty (non-bitter) leaves. Plants are medium talland upright, (18 - 26"). Tolerant to heat and cold and slow bolting.

@ Price Per Pound 5 lbs. orVariety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. more @

0976 Bulldog F1 18.25 28.00 75.75 205.00 200.00

0955 Champion — 3.00 5.75 15.00 14.50

0957 Flash F1 17.25 26.75 72.25 195.00 190.00

0963 Georgia Southern — 3.00 5.75 15.00 14.50

0956 Hi Crop F1 16.90 26.00 70.25 190.00 —

0958 Morris Heading — 3.00 5.75 15.00 14.50

0959 Top Bunch F1 17.25 26.75 72.25 195.00 190.00

0960 Vates — 3.00 5.75 15.00 14.50

COLLARDS

Collards (Hybrid) — Listed by Maturity

Collards (Open Pollinated) — Listed by Maturity

RelativeVariety Days Leaf Type / Color Characteristics

0958 Morris Heading 52 - 85 Dark Green / Smooth This old favorite variety is low growing (18 - 24 inch plants), loose heavy heads with short stems and light green veins. Very slow to bolt.

0955 Champion 75 Dark Green / Slightly Savoyed Longer standing, taller, and shorter stemmed than Vates. Uniform, vigorous, leaveshave the same color as Vates but are somewhat thicker.

0963 Georgia Southern 75 Blue Green / Slightly Savoyed This old standard has erect, spreading 36 inch plants with large cabbage-like, juicyleaves that are blue-green and slightly crumpled. Tolerant to heat and poor soil, slowto bolt and very rapid growing. A light freeze improves its mild cabbage-like flavor.

0960 Vates 75 Dark Green / Savoyed A mainstay variety, low growing and winter hardy, this variety maintains good color in cold weather.

Collards

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0959 Top Bunch F10976 Bulldog F1

0960 Vates

0957 Flash F1

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SWEET CORN

Disease Reaction CodesBm: Southern Corn Leaf Blight caused by Bipolaris

maydis (=Helminthosporium maydis)

Et: Northern Corn Leaf Blight caused byExserohilum turcicum

MDMV: Maize Dwarf Mosaic Virus

Ps: Common rust caused by Puccinia sorghicontrolled by the Rp1-d, e, g, and I genes

Pst: Stewart’s wilt caused by Pantoea stewartii (=Ervinia stewartii)

Um: Common smut caused by Ustailago maydis

1. Standard (SU)SU’s are the oldest type of sweet corn with rapid conversion of sugar to starch after peak maturity or harvest.

2. Sugary Enhanced (SE) and (SE-SE)SE varieties have a modifying gene which increases the original levels of sugars in the kernels and extends their flavor. Moisture loss is also slower than normal SU’s and tenderness is improved. The result is a sweeter,more tender kernel with good corn flavor that will retain its quality longer. These corns are best suited for local or one day shipments. These SE corns can be either “fully sugary enhanced” homozygous (both parentscarry the SE gene) or SE “partially sugary enhanced” heterozygous (only one\parent carries the SE gene).

3. Synergistic (SE-SH2)These varieties are generally comprised of 25% SH2 kernel and 75% SE kernels on the cob. They are utilizedprimarily to increase sugar levels in the SU/SE types while maintaining the tender pericarp and creamy textureof SE types.

4. Super Sweet (Sh2)“Super sweets” or “Extra sweets” have a shrunken (sh) gene, a name that describes the light-weight,wrinkled seed of this group. This gene raises original levels of complex sugars even further, again extending their flavor by slowing conversion to simpler sugars and finally to starch. Moisture is also retained in thistype and shelf life is remarkably long. They should be isolated from all other corn types to ensure sweetness,tenderness and flavor as well as to prevent tough, starchy kernels. Distances of about 250 ft. upwind, withat least a 14 day difference in maturity keep contamination to a minimum.

Sweet Corn Types

Sweet Corn- Performance Series™

1155 Obsession II F1 1156 Seminis 9010 F1

Seminis® Performance Series™ Sweet Corn hybrids give you theconfidence, and time, to do more. With outstanding yield potential,protection from above and below-ground insect pests and toleranceto Roundup WeatherMAX® and Roundup PowerMAX® herbicides, younow have more flexibility in the way you manage your operation.

85% less insecticide useProvides both above- and below-ground protection from thebroadest spectrum of insect pests, which can help you cutinsecticide use by up to 85%.

Improved weed controlOffers the opportunity for in-crop applications of Roundup WeatherMAX and Roundup PowerMAX herbicides to helpcontrol weeds that rob vital moisture and nutrients from thesoil, resulting in better growth and maximum yield potential.

Picture perfect qualityWith advanced plant protection and improved weed controloptions, you can expect outstanding yield potential as youharvest full, quality ears. Taste and nutritional value are onpar with the conventional sweet corn hybrids, such asObsession and Passion.

Sustainable management practicesHelps reduce insecticide applications, thereby conservingresources and protecting the environment.

To grow Performance Series™ sweet corn growers are required to have a current Monsanto Technology StewardshipAgreement (MTSA). If you are licensed please provide your license number on your order blank. Should you require aMTSA please contact us and we will mail it to you.

Relative Detailed Features Variety Type Days on page:

1198 Temptation II F1 SE-SE 71 24

1155 Obsession II F1 Sh2 79 21

1156 Seminis 9010 F1 Sh2 80 22

1066 Passion II F1 Sh2 81 28

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Sweet Corn - Bicolor , Supersweet (Sh2) Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row DiseaseVariety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1118 BC Northern Xtra Sweet Sh2 67 5' 18" 8½" 12 - 14 Excellent cold soil emergence and vigor.

1170 SCH 4427 Sh2 70 5' 18" 8½" 16 Excellent uniformity and attractive appearance.

1186 Xtra Tender 2472 GPC Sh2 72 6' 24+" 8 1/2 - 9" 14-16 Ps Very dark green husks, good tip fill and flavor.

1189 Xtra Tender 274A Sh2 74 6' 23" 8" 18 - 20 Et, Ps, Pst Good emergence and vigor. High yield potential.

1174 Triumph Sh2 75 5' 18" 7¾" 18 - 20 Sturdy plant, excellent ears and eating quality.

1141 Honey & Pearl Sh2 76 6' 21" 9" 16 - 18 Sweet flavor with excellent holding ability.

1187 Xtra Tender 277A GPC Sh2 77 6' 18" 7½" 16 - 20 Bm, Et, Pst Excellent eating quality. Attractive, good tip fill.

1157 Optimum GPC Sh2 78 6' 18" 8" 18 Et, Pst, Um Superior eating quality. Great package and fill.

1154 Obsession GPC Sh2 79 6' 24" 8 - 8½" 16 Et, Ps, Pst High eating quality with a more tender pericarp. Attractive husk and flag package.

1155 Obsession II GPC Sh2 79 6' 24" 8 - 8½" 16 Et, Ps, Pst Same excellent eating quality of original Obsession Performance with the added benefits of Dual modes of above-Series® ground insect protection, corn rootworm protection

and tolerance to Roundup® agricultural herbicides 21

1189 Xtra Tender 274A 1187 Xtra Tender 277A 1154 Obsession F1 1168 Summer Sweet 7112

ATTRIBUTE™ insect protected varieties are hybrid sweet corn varieties from Syngenta Seeds, Inc. under the Rogers brand name. These varieties produce a high level of built-in protection against European corn borer and corn earworm throughout the growing season.They carry a gene that enables them to produce the same insect control protein (Bt) – a naturally occurring soil bacterium that somegrowers spray on their fields to control these pests. ATTRIBUTE™ produces the Bt protein throughout the leaves, silks, and stalks andears throughout the life of the corn, enabling them to provide season-long protection against these potentially devastating insect pests,thus reducing your dependence on insecticides required to control these pests.

Although ATTRIBUTE™ sweet corn varieties reduce the need for chemical insect control, they do not entirely replace IPM controls. ATTRIBUTE™ does not control corn rootworm, cutworm,common stalk borers, silk fly larvae, sap beetles, aphids or flea beetles and fields need regular scouting for these pests to prevent economic loss. Routine inspection throughout the season iscritical for successful IPM. Effective strategy for controlling worms doesn’t entirely eliminate the need for insecticide treatment during periods of strong worm pressure.

A stewardship agreement must be signed for the purchase of ATTRIBUTE™ varieties. We ask that you understand and follow the terms, guidelines, and practices outlined in theagreement. You will find a copy of this agreement on page of this catalog.

Variety Type Relative Detailed Features Days on page:

1104 BC 0822 Bicolor, Se-Sh2 77 23

1199-A BT Providence Bicolor, Se-Sh2 80 23(BC 0805)

1199-B BT Providence Bicolor, Se-Sh2 80 23(BC 0805)

1164 BT Jackpot (BC 0801) Bicolor, Se-Se 82 24

1181 BSS 0982 Bicolor, Sh2 84 22

1264 WH 0809 White, Se-Sh2 80 26

1268 WH 0812 White, Se 82 27

1084 GH 0851 Yellow, Se-Sh2 80 29

Sweet Corn - ATTRIBUTE™

1164 BT Jackpot 1181 BSS 0982 1264 WH 0809 1084 GH 0851

1104 BC 0822 1199 BT Providence

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Relative Plant Ear Ear Row DiseaseVariety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1182 Vitality GPC SE-Sh2 66 5' 16" 7" 14 First early synergistic. Excellent flavor and yieldpotential. Performs well in COLD soil.

1180 Sweet Chorus GPC SE-SU-Sh2 67 6½' 19" 7½" 14 - 16 Pst Early maturity with good ear size, high yielding.

1116 Espresso GPC SE-Sh2 69 6' 18" 8 - 8½" 14 - 16 Ps, Pst Handles stress very well. Great for cold soil and plasticproduction. Full season size and quality early.

1124 Paydirt GPC SE-Sh2 70 6½' 16" 8" 12 Ps, Pst Improved vigor and emergence. Synergistic version of Trinity.

1160 Profit GPC SE-Sh2 72 7' 23" 8" 14 - 16 Et, Ps, Pst Large ears, nice flags, good husk protection and tip fill.

1115 Cuppa Joe GPC SE-Sh2 73 6½' 18" 8½" 16 Ps, Pst Excellent tip fill, husk protection, and flags. Overall great appearance and flavor.

1153 Nantasket GPC SE-Sh2 73 6' 14" 8" 16 - 18 Et, Pst Tender and sweet ears produced on a clean sturdy plant.

1103 Charisma GPC SE-Sh2 74 7' 25" 8" 16 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Strong plant with high yields of appealing quality ears.

1123 Kristine SE-Sh2 74 6' 16" 8½" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Excellent vigor and husk protection with great flavor.

1183 Sweet Rhythm GPC SE-SU-Sh2 74 6½' 25" 7½" 16 Et, Pst Strong emergence and vigor. Sturdy plant, refined ear.

1101 Allure GPC SE-Sh2 75 6 1/2' 18" 8" 16 Ps, Pst Nicely refined ear with strong tip fill, great husk cover, and appearance.

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row DiseaseVariety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1168 Summer Sweet® 7112 Sh2 79 6' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Strong plant, high yield potential and great color.

1156 Seminis 9010 F1 GPC Sh2 80 6' 24" 8" 18-20 Et, Ps, Pst Compare quality and flavor to Obsession with Performance both the Rp1D and RpG genes for high resistance to the Series® current prevalent races of rust as well of the added

benefits of the Performance Series® line of products.

1190 Xtra Tender 282A Sh2 82 6½' 22" 7½" 18 - 20 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst. Good for mechanical harvest, tight husks.

1181 BSS 0982 GPC Sh2 84 6½' 18" 8" 16 Bm, MDMV, Ps Sweet, tender and attractive.Attribute®

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Sweet Corn - Bicolor , Supersweet (Sh2) Hybrids (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

1182 Vitality 1116 Espresso F1 1160 Profit 1115 Cuppa Joe F1

Sweet Corn - Bicolor , Sugar Enhanced Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Synergistic (SE-Sh2) or Sweet Breed™ (SE-SU-Sh2) (cont.)

1103 Charisma F1 1101 Allure F1 1128 Monomoy F1 1163 Sparkler F1

1194 Utopia F1 1108 Essence F1 1122 Montauk F1 1146 Primus F1

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Relative Plant Ear Ear Row DiseaseVariety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1134 Fleet SE-SE 65 8' 30" 7½" 12 - 14 Outstanding early vigor. Good husk protection & fill

1147 Native Gem SE-SE 66 5½' 14" 8" 12 - 14 Et, Pst Good early bi-color. Good kernel color contrast & tip fill.

1138 Fastlane SE-SE 67 4½ - 5' 14" 7" 14 - 16 Good cold soil vigor. Blunt ears with well-filled tips.

1195 Trinity SE-SE 67 5' 16" 7½" 14 Compact plant with refined ear and husk protection.

1133 Ecstase II GPC SE-SE 68 5½' 18" 8 - 8½" 14 Et Strong tip fill, superb taste, good cold soil emergence.

Sweet Corn - Bicolor , Sugar Enhanced Hybrids (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Synergistic (SE-Sh2) or Sweet Breed™ (SE-SU-Sh2) (cont.)

1143 Ka-Ching 1124 Paydirt 1148 Providence 1100 Cameo

Sweet Corn - Bicolor , Sugar Enhanced Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Sugary Enhanced: Homozygous (SE-SE) and Heterozygous (SE)

1134 Fleet 1195 Trinity 1133 Ecstase II 1197 Temptation

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row DiseaseVariety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1107 Bojangles SE-Sh2 75 6½' 20" 8" 14 - 16 Et, Ps, Pst Rugged plant with early vigor. Good husk protection.

1128 Monomoy GPC SE-Sh2 76 5½' 20" 8" 16 Et, Pst Very sweet, high quality. Tender kernels, good tip fill, with tight husk.

1163 Sparkler GPC SE-Sh2 76 6½' 20" 8" 16 - 18 Excellent flavor, appearance and ear quality.

1194 Utopia GPC SE-Sh2 76 6 1/2' 18" 8 - 8½" 18-20 Ps, Pst Outstanding eating quality, tight husk, and great flags.

1167 Synergy GPC SE-Sh2 77 5' 19" 7¾" 18 Et, Ps, Pst Very uniform, flavorful and attractive.

1104 BC 0822 GPC SE-Sh2 77 6' 22" 8" 14 - 16 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Attribute® Insect Protected variety. Complete package,Attribute® TripleSweet® eating quality, great husk cover, and

attractive flags.

1108 Essence GPC SE-Sh2 78 6 1/2" 20" 8 - 8½" 18-20 Ps, Pst Very tender with high sugars. Refined ear with stong tip fill,excellent flag leaves and husk cover.

1143 Ka-Ching GPC SE-Sh2 78 8' 32" 9" 14 Et, Ps, Pst Huge ear and sturdy plant that produces excellent yields.

1122 Montauk GPC SE-Sh2 79 6½' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Et, Pst Excellent flavor & quality. Exceptional appealing package.

1109 Serendipity GPC SE-Sh2 80 7' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Bm Extended shelf life and high eating quality.

1199A& BT Providence GPC SE-Sh2 80 6½" 24" 8" 14 - 18 Bm, Ps, Pst Attribute® Insect Protected variety. TripleSweet®1199B (BC 0805) eating quality. Widely adapted main season variety.

Attribute®

1146 Primus GPC SE-Sh2 81 6½' 24" 8 - 8½" 14 - 16 Bm, Ps, Pst TripleSweet®Plus variety. The next generation of super high eating quality.

1148 Providence GPC SE-Sh2 82 6½' 18" 8" 14 - 18 Ps Rust resistant version of Serendipity. High eating quality.

1100 Cameo SE-Sh2 84 7' 18" 9" 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Synergistic version of Delectable. High eating quality.

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1135 Envoy TSW® GPC SE-SE 69 6' 15" 7½" 14 - 16 Pst Fine eating quality, excellent package on a clean stong plant.

1197 Temptation GPC SE-SE 71 6' 18" 7½" 16 - 18 Excellent emergence and vigor. Great husk cover and tip fill.

1198 Temptation II GPC SE-SE 71 6' 18" 7½" 16 - 18 Same trusted characteristics of original Temptation with thePerformance added benefits of Dual modes of above-ground insectSeries® protection, corn rootworm protection and tolerance to

Roundup® agricultural herbicides

1158 Double Play SE-SE 74 6½' 16" 8" 16 - 18 Long shelf life, with good eating quality.

1136 Ambrosia GPC SE-SE 75 6½' 20" 8" 16 Pst Excellent flavor & quality, Bi-color Bodacious type.

1114 Colonial SE-SE 75 6' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Medium Green husk with good eating quality.

1140 Luscious TSW® SE-SE 75 6' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Blunt, slender ears with excellent eating quality.

1149 Mystique SE-SE 75 7½' 24" 8½" 16 Et, Pst Mid-Season version of Delectable. Excellent husk protection.

1150 Parfait SE-SE 76 6½' 14" 8½" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Slender ears with exceptional eating quality.

1171 Absolute GPC SE-SE 78 7' 26" 8 - 8½" 16 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Very flavorful, long husk cover.

1102 Accord SE-SE 78 7' 16" 8½" 18 - 20 Et, Ps, Pst Good kernel color contrast, flavorful.

1144 Jackpot SE-SE 80 6' 20" 8½" 16 - 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Very sweet and tender. Good color contrast.

1145 Lancelot SE-SE 80 6½' 18" 9" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst High yielding, easy snapper. Great tasting and very tender.

1159 Precious Gem GPC SE-SE 80 6½' 20" 9" 16 - 20 Et, Ps, Pst Tender kernels, good flags, easy snapper on a clean plant.

1185 Sensor GPC SE-SE 82 7' 24" 8" 16 - 18 Et, Ps Good tip fill and eating quality.

1164 BT Jackpot GPC SE-SE 82 6' 20" 8½" 16 - 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Attribute® Insect Protected variety. Very sweet and tender.(BC 0801) Good color contrast.Attribute®

1111 Brocade TSW® SE-SE 83 6½' 22" 8½" 16 - 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Nice package, easy snap, clean plant.

1152 Peaches & GPC SE 83 7' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Bm, Et Long-time favorite for home gardeners.Cream

1117 Delectable R/M SE-SE 84 8" 26" 9" 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Bi-Color version of Incredible. Wide adaptability.

Sweet Corn - Bicolor, Standard Hybrids (SU)

Relative Ear Row Variety Type Days Length Count Characteristics

1110 Butter & Sugar SU 75 7" 14 A home garden favorite

Sweet Corn - Bicolor , Sugar Enhanced Hybrids (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Sugary Enhanced: Homozygous (SE-SE) and Heterozygous (SE) (cont.)

1136 Ambrosia 1149 Mystique 1145 Lancelot 1117 Delectable RM

All sweet corn seeds treated with recommended treatment per variety type except when offered with GPC

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@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds Minimum 10,000 50,000 100,0002,500 Seed Seeds Seeds Seeds

Variety GPC (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

Super-Sweet (Sh2)1181 BSS 0982 GPC $11.50 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments

Attribute®

1154 Obsession GPC 9.25 8.50 8.25 8.05

1155 Obsession II GPC $13.75 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed incrementsPerformance Series®

1157 Optimum GPC 7.90 7.15 6.90 6.70

1156 Seminis 9010 F1Performance Series® GPC $14.00 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments

1168 Summer Sweet 7112 — 9.25 8.50 8.15 7.95

1174 Triumph — 8.50 7.75 7.50 7.30

1186 Xtra Tender 2472 GPC 8.75 8.00 7.75 7.55

1189 Xtra Tender 274A GPC 8.75 8.00 7.75 7.55

1187 Xtra Tender 277A GPC 9.75 9.00 8.75 8.55

1190 Xtra Tender 282A — 8.75 8.00 7.75 7.55

Synergistic (SE-Sh2) and Sweet Breed™ (SE-SU-Sh2)1101 Allure GPC 7.50 6.75 6.50 6.30

1104 BC 0822 GPC $9.85 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed incrementsAttribute®

1107 Bojangles — 8.15 7.40 7.15 6.95

1199A BT Providence GPC $9.95 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments1199B (BC 0805) GPC $8.50 per M - Must order in 100,000 seed increments

Attribute®

1100 Cameo GPC

1103 Charisma GPC

1115 Cuppa Joe GPC

1116 Espresso GPC

1108 Essence GPC

1143 Ka-Ching GPC

1123 Kristine —

1128 Monomoy GPC

1122 Montauk GPC

1153 Nantasket GPC

1124 Paydirt GPC

1146 Primus GPC

1160 Profit GPC

1148 Providence GPC

1109 Serendipity GPC

1163 Sparkler GPC

1180 Sweet Chorus GPC

1183 Sweet Rhythm GPC

1167 Synergy GPC

1194 Utopia GPC

1182 Vitality GPC

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds Minimum 10,000 50,000 100,000 2,500 Seed Seeds Seeds Seeds

Variety GPC (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

Sugary Enhanced (SE and SE-SE)1171 Absolute GPC 7.00 6.25 6.00 5.80

1102 Accord — 5.60 5.75 5.50 5.30

1111 Brocade TSW® — 6.00 5.50 5.25 5.05

1164 BT Jackpot GPC $9.25 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments(BC 0801) Attribute®

1158 Double Play TSW® — 6.75 6.00 5.75 5.55

1133 Ecstase II GPC 8.25 7.50 7.25 7.05

1135 Envoy TSW® GPC 6.90 6.50 6.25 6.05

1138 Fastlane — 6.75 6.35 6.10 5.90

1145 Lancelot — 7.10 6.50 6.25 6.05

1140 Luscious TSW® — 5.85 5.75 5.00 4.80

1147 Native Gem — 7.35 6.75 6.50 6.30

1185 Sensor GPC 6.75 6.10 N/A N/A

1197 Temptation GPC 6.85 6.35 6.10 5.90

1198 Temptation II GPC $11.95 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed incrementsPerformanceSeries®

@ Price Per Pound 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 lbs. or Variety GPC lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ more @

Super-Sweet (Sh2)1118 BC Northern — 19.00 17.50 17.00 16.70

Xtra Sweet

1141 Honey & Pearl — 20.50 19.00 18.50 18.20

1170 SCH 4427 — 19.00 17.50 17.00 16.70

Sugary Enhanced (SE and SE-SE)1136 Ambrosia GPC

1114 Colonial —

1117 Delectable R/M —

1134 Fleet —

1144 Jackpot —

1149 Mystique —

1150 Parfait TSW® —

1152 Peaches & Cream GPC

1159 Precious Gem GPC

1195 Trinity —

Standard (SU)1110 Butter & Sugar — 9.25 8.75 8.25 8.00

Documents Required: Items labeled with this symbol require certain waivers or forms to be completed before theproduct can be shipped. The number indicates the page(s) in the catalog where those documents can be found.

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“GPC” indicates treatment with: Gaucho, Pancho, or CruiserApplied directly to the seed, these insecticides provide contact and systemic protection against flea beetles up to the five true-leaf stage, and is effective against plant damageand stand loss caused by wireworms, seed corn maggots, imported fire ants and other secondary insect pests. The choice of Gaucho, Pancho or Cruiser is made at the producerlevel and cannot be specified. Performance of the three products is similar.

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6.85 6.10 5.85 5.65

7.25 6.50 6.25 6.05

7.40 6.65 6.40 6.20

7.40 6.65 6.40 6.20

7.25 6.50 6.25 6.05

7.65 6.90 6.65 6.45

8.80 8.05 7.80 7.60

8.70 7.95 7.70 7.50

8.60 7.85 7.60 7.40

6.70 5.95 5.70 5.50

9.00 8.25 8.00 7.80

7.25 6.50 6.25 6.05

7.25 6.50 6.25 6.05

6.55 5.80 5.55 5.35

6.75 6.00 5.75 5.55

7.50 6.75 6.50 6.30

7.50 6.75 6.50 6.30

7.35 6.60 5.35 6.15

7.35 6.60 6.35 6.15

7.65 6.90 6.65 6.45

12.85 11.35 10.85 10.55

10.50 9.00 8.50 8.20

12.75 11.25 10.75 10.45

12.85 11.35 10.85 10.55

12.50 11.00 10.50 10.20

13.50 12.00 11.50 11.20

11.00 9.50 9.00 8.70

10.50 9.00 8.50 8.20

10.50 9.00 8.50 8.20

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Relative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1226 Illusion GPC SE-Sh2 72 6½' 20" 7½ - 8" 14 - 16 Ps, Pst Outstanding package. Great tip fill and cover.Dark green husk. Nice flavor.

1294 Sweet Ice GPC SE-SU-Sh2 74 6½' 25" 7¾ " 14 - 16 Pst Excellent cold soil emergence and vigor. Good flavor for maturity.

1219 Cinderella SE-Sh2 75 6½' 20" 8" 16 Et, Ps, Pst Very sweet kernels, good husk protection, excellent early vigor.

1232 Misquamicut SE-Sh2 78 6½' 16" 8½" 16 - 18 Et, Pst Widely adapted. Classy ear with excellent taste andkernel color.

1263 Silver Duchess GPC SE-Sh2 78 7+ ' 20" 9" 16 Et, Ps, Pst High yielding and consistent with great adaptability and tip fill. Extremely resistant to lodging.

1264 WH 0809 GPC SE-Sh2 80 7' 18" 8" 16 Bm, Ps Triplesweet® Attribute® variety. Excellent combinationAttribute® of Attribute® quality ears, insect protection, and disease

resistance.

1235 Mattapoisett GPC SE-Sh2 81 6½' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Very refined ear with exceptional flavor and quality.

1207 Avalon SE-Sh2 84 7' 20" 8" 16 Bm, Et, Ps High overall quality.

1216 Celestial SE-Sh2 84 6½' 20" 8" 18 Bm, Pst Synergistic version of Argent. Nice eating quality.

Sweet Corn - White, Supersweet (Sh2) Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1296 Symmetry GPC Sh2 75 6' 19" 8" 18 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Large ear with dark flags and great husk protection.

1221 Devotion GPC Sh2 80 7' 25" 8" 16 - 18 Pst White version of Obsession. Very durable, resists lodging.

1289 Xtra Tender 382A GPC Sh2 82 6½' 24" 7¾" 16 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Excellent quality and shipper. Performs well under stress.

1221 Devotion1296 Symmetry 1289 Xtra Tender 382A

1219 Cinderella1226 Illusion F1 1232 Misquamicut

1207 Avalon 1235 Mattapoisett 1216 Celestial

Sweet Corn - White, Sugar Enhanced Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Synergistic (SE-Sh2) or Sweet Breed™ (SE-SU-Sh2)

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Sugary Enhanced: Homozygous (SE-SE) and Heterozygous (SE)

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1283 Spring Snow SE-SE 65 3½' 8" 7" 12 - 16 Et, Ps, Pst Very early white. Excellent color & flags with a good cover.

1223 Frosty GPC SE-SE 72 6' 18" 8" 16 Et, Pst Single stalk plant. Ears are well filled with good husk protection.

1285 Sugar Pearl SE-SE 72 6½' 16" 8" 14 - 16 Et, Ps, Pst Superb eating quality. Vigorous plant with an excellent TSW® package.

1297 Whiteout SE-SE 73 6' 16" 8" 16 Et, Pst Sturdy, vigorous plant. Great ear conformation.

1276 Shasta GPC SE-SE 75 6½' 20" 8" 16 Et, Ps, Pst Vigorous plant with an attractive ear and good eating quality.

1217 Cloud Nine SE-SE 77 6½' 16" 8½" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Beautiful ear with great flavor and tenderness.TSW®

1230 Imaculata SE-SE 80 5½' 18" 8" 16 - 18 Pst Attractive ears with good flags and pearly white kernels.

1268 WH 0812 GPC SE 82 6½" 22" 8" 16 Bm, Ps Attribute® insect protected variety. Attractive andAttribute® adaptable.

1205 Argent SE 83 7' 23" 8½" 16 - 18 Et, Ps, Pst Highly adaptable with good cold soil vigor.

1206 Argent R/M GPC SE 83 7' 23" 8 ½" 16-18 Et, Ps, Pst Same great quality found in Argent with Rust Resistance.

1265 Silver King GPC SE-SE 84 7' 24" 8" 16 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst High quality, attractive, and adaptive.

1223 Frosty 1297 Whiteout 1276 Shasta

1217 Cloud Nine 1205 Argent 1265 Silver King

Sweet Corn - White, Standard (SU) HybridsRelative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease

Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1272 Silver Queen SU 92 7' 24" 8" 14 - 16 Bm, Pst The classic white corn. An extremely popular old favorite.

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Supersweet (Sh2) Hybrid Sweet Corn — CAUTION:Due to the elevated sugars and reduced starches of most Supersweet (Sh2)hybrid's, tolerances to cold and wet soil are poor. We suggest that Sh2 hybrid'sare NOT used in early plantings when soil temperatures do not exceed 65° F.

1064 Passion Yellow Sweet

Sweet Corn - White

Price Per 1,000 Seeds Minimum 10,000 50,000 100,000 2,500 Seed Seeds Seeds Seeds

Variety GPC (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

Super-Sweet (Sh2)1221 Devotion GPC

1296 Symmetry GPC

1289 Xtra Tender 382A GPC

Synergistic (SE-Sh2) and Sweet Breed™ (SE-SU-Sh2)1207 Avalon —

1216 Celestial —

1219 Cinderella —

1226 Illusion GPC

1235 Mattapoisett GPC

1232 Misquamicut —

1263 Silver Duchess GPC

1294 Sweet Ice GPC

1264 WH 0809 GPCAttribute®

Sugary Enhanced (SE and SE-SE)1217 Cloud Nine TSW® —

1276 Shasta GPC

1283 Spring Snow —

1285 Sugar Pearl TSW® —

1268 WH 0812 GPCAttribute®

1297 Whiteout 7.05 6.30 6.05 5.95

@ Price Per Pound 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 lbs. or lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ more

Sugary Enhanced (SE and SE-SE)1205 Argent — 12.25 10.75 10.50 10.30

1206 Argent R/M — 12.50 11.00 10.75 10.55

1223 Frosty GPC 12.50 11.00 10.75 10.55

1230 Imaculata — 11.00 9.50 9.00 8.70

1265 Silver King GPC 12.50 11.00 10.50 10.50

Standard (SU)1272 Silver Queen — 11.00 9.50 9.00 8.70

Sweet Corn - Yellow, Supersweet (SH2) Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Price Per 1,000 Seeds Minimum 10,000 50,000 100,000 2,500 Seed Seeds Seeds Seeds

Variety GPC (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1063 Northern Xtra — Sh2 67 5' 15" 8" 16 Bm Good cold soil emergence. Uniform with good huskSweet protection.

1029 Illini Xtra Sweet Sh2 79 7' 17" 8" 18 Bm Excellent for canning and freezing.

1064 Passion GPC Sh2 81 6' 18" 8" 18 - 20 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Flavor is excellent. Overall eating quality is outstanding.

1066 Passion II GPC Sh2 81 6' 18" 8" 18 - 20 Bm, Et, Ps, Pst Same outstanding eating quality of original Passion withPerformance the added benefits of Dual modes of above-ground insect Series® protection, corn rootworm protection and tolerance to

Roundup® agricultural herbicides.

1087 Sweetie "82" — Sh2 82 6' 16" 7½ - 8" 14 - 18 Ps Excellent holding ability in field and after harvest.

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“GPC” indicates treatment with: Gaucho, Pancho, or CruiserApplied directly to the seed, these insecticides provide contact and systemic protection against flea beetles up to the five true-leaf stage, and is effective against plant damageand stand loss caused by wireworms, seed corn maggots, imported fire ants and other secondary insect pests. The choice of Gaucho, Pancho or Cruiser is made at the producerlevel and cannot be specified. Performance of the three products is similar.

Documents Required: Items labeled with this symbol require certain waivers or forms to be completed before theproduct can be shipped. The number indicates the page(s) in the catalog where those documents can be found.

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7.05 6.30 6.05 5.85

8.25 7.50 7.25 7.05

7.25 6.50 6.25 6.05

6.75 6.00 5.75 5.55

7.00 6.25 6.00 5.80

7.00 6.25 6.00 5.80

8.75 8.00 7.75 7.55

8.75 8.00 7.75 7.55

7.15 6.40 6.15 5.95

7.75 7.00 6.75 6.55

6.75 6.00 5.75 5.55

7.00 6.25 6.00 5.80

7.25 6.50 6.25 6.05

7.50 6.75 6.50 6.30

$9.90 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments

$9.20 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments

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Relative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1072 Inferno GPC SE-Sh2 74 6½' 20" 8" 14 - 16 Ps, Pst Excellent package: Great color, flags, tip fill and cover.

1027 Honey Select SE-Sh2 79 7' 26" 8" 18 - 20 Pst Triplesweet® variety. Good vigor. High quality ears.

Relative Plant Ear Ear Row Disease Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Count Reaction Characteristics

1081 Sugar Buns SE-SE 72 6½" 20" 7½" 14 Et, Ps, Pst Excellent eating quality.

1012 Bodacious R/M GPC SE-SE 75 7½' 20" 8" 18 Et, Ps, Pst, MDMV Sweet flavor with tender kernels. Easy snapper.

1021 Gold Nuggets GPC SE-SE 75 6½" 24" 8" 20 Et, Pst Good eating quality and holding ability.

1084 GH0851 Attribute® GPC SE-Sh2 80 7' 18 - 22" 8" 16 Bm, Ps Triplesweet® variety with Attribute®. Great eating quality.

1059 Miracle SE-SE 82 7' 16" 9½" 20 Et, Ps, Pst High yielding with good eating quality.

1034 Incredible R/M SE-SE 83 7½' 30" 9½" 18 Ps, Pst, MDMV Excellent yields of big, attractive, and flavorful ears.

1042 Kandy Korn SE 89 8' 31" 8" 14 - 16 Pst Distinctive Red husk. Good flavor.

Sweet Corn - Yellow, Standard (SU) Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Relative Plant Ear Ear Variety GPC Type Days Height Height Length Characteristics

1038 Jubilee SU 82 7' 18" 8½" Bright yellow with natural corn taste. Great for freezing.

1062 NK199 SU 84 7' 18 - 20" 7½ - 8" Ears well filled with tender bright gold kernels.

1025 Golden Queen SU 92 7' 14" 8 - 9" Tender kernels, good freezer.

Sweet Corn - Yellow, Sugar Enhanced (SE) Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Synergistic (SE-Sh2)

Sweet Corn - Yellow, Sugar Enhanced (SE) Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Sugary Enhanced: Homozygous (SE-SE) and Heterozygous (SE)

1072 Inferno 1027 Honey Select

1012 Bodacious RM 1034 Incredible RM 1026 Head Start TSW

Product #7777 – Latitude™— $15.00 / 1.5 oz canLatitude™ contains Gaucho™ (which provides the crop protection listed above). In addition, it contains 2 systemic fungicides, protection fromPythium, and a growth stimulant. The 1.5 oz. canister will treat 42 pounds of sweet corn or popcorn.

Synergistic Sweet Corn —Synergistic varieties are not recommended for long-haul shippers or processors. For best results isolate from field, pop cornand sh2 group of sweet corns.

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Sweet Corn - Yellow

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds Minimum 10,000 50,000 100,0002,500 Seed Seeds Seeds Seeds

Variety GPC (per M) (per M) (per M) (per M)

Super-Sweet (Sh2)1064 Passion GPC 9.25 8.50 8.15 7.95

1066 Passion II GPC $13.75 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments Performance Series®

Synergistic (SE-Sh2)1084 GH 0851 GPC $9.90 per M - Must order in 25,000 seed increments

Attribute®

1027 Honey Select — 6.80 6.15 5.90 5.70

1072 Inferno GPC 7.00 6.75 6.00 5.80

@ Price Per Pound 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 lbs. or lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ more @

Super-Sweet (Sh2)1029 Illini Xtra Sweet — 16.50 15.00 14.50 14.00

1063 Northern Xtra Sweet — 18.50 17.00 16.50 16.00

1087 Sweetie "82" — 16.50 15.00 14.50 14.00

@ Price Per Pound 1 - 4 5 - 24 25 - 49 50 lbs. or Variety GPC lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @ more @

Sugary Enhanced (SE and SE-SE)1012 Bodacious R/M GPC 13.00 11.50 11.00 10.70

1021 Gold Nuggets GPC 12.45 10.95 10.45 10.15

1034 Incredible R/M — 12.50 11.00 10.50 10.20

1042 Kandy Korn — 11.75 10.25 9.75 9.45

1059 Miracle — 12.00 10.50 10.25 9.95

1081 Sugar Buns — 13.45 11.95 11.45 11.15

Standard (SU)1025 Golden Queen — 10.75 9.25 8.75 8.45

1038 Jubilee — 11.00 8.50 8.00 7.70

1062 Nk 199 — 8.80 7.30 6.80 6.50

All sweet corn seeds treated with recommended treatment per variety type except when offered with GPC.

MTSA

Documentation Required.See page # Indicated.

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

1313 Robust Yellow F1 98 High yielding with very large popped flakes. Produces large yellow kernels excellent for candied popcorn ears.

1301 Carmel Crisp F1 100 A Superior mushroom variety that has excellent plant health with broad dark green leaves, a sturdy single stalk, and tolerance toGoss’s wilt. Large single ears provide high yield potential. The rich orange kernel size is exceptional at 47k/10gm while popping about 80% mushroom flakes.

1317 Robust White F1 100 Large ears with large white kernels. Popped flakes are large, tender and hulless.

1350 Seneca Mini Indian 103 5 - 7" ears. Very attractive dark and light hues.

1320 Robust Ruby Red F1 105 5 - 6" ears with glossy burgundy kernels with no white. Tender with excellent flavor when popped. Makes an excellent ornamental.

1321 Shaman's Blue F1 105 Dark lavender-blue kernels pop to white flakes. High yielding. May be used as ornamental.

1380 Strawberry 105 2 to 3" ears. Small, dark red popcorn kernels with blond husk leaves. Grown on 5 - 6' plants.

1333 Carousel 110 Seldom are two are alike in color, yet the ears are uniform in size and packed with delicate popcorn size kernels. 7 ' plants produce multiple 4" ears.

ORNAMENTAL CORN

1313 Robust Yellow F1 1301 Caramel Crisp F1 1313 Robust White F1 1380 Strawberry

Corn - Popcorn — Listed by Maturity

“GPC” indicates treatment with: Gaucho, Pancho, or CruiserApplied directly to the seed, these insecticides provide contact and systemic protection against flea beetles up to the five true-leaf stage, and is effective against plant damageand stand loss caused by wireworms, seed corn maggots, imported fire ants and other secondary insect pests. The choice of Gaucho, Pancho or Cruiser is made at the producerlevel and cannot be specified. Performance of the three products is similar.

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Relative EarVariety Days Length Characteristics

1386 Wampum 85 - 90 3½ - 5½" Earlier version of Carousel-types. Kernels are variations of yellow, gold, white, pink, blue, black and purple. Husks of both maroon and white.

1335 Earth Tones Dent 85 - 95 8 - 10" Beautiful muted colors that are not shiny. Shows shades of natural fall colors – gold, bronze, mauve, pink,blue, green, brown. Early maturing for a dent corn.

1339 Green & Gold Dent 95 8 - 10" Many farmers favorite tractor colors: Green and Gold

1323 American Pride F1 100 9 - 11" A showy hybrid that is very bright, colorful and glossy, on a sturdy stalk.

1332 Cheyenne Pride F1 100 8 - 11" Produces glossy, vivid, multi-colored ears, with some purple husks. Ear is 8 to 11 inches long.

1305 Mini Pink 100 3 - 5" Shiny kernels have pearly appearance with color varies from pink to light purple.

1327 Bloody Butcher 100 - 110 8 - 12" Heirloom variety with sturdy stalks produces multiple ears of deep red kernels with dark accents.

1324 Autumn Explosion F1 102 8 - 9" Color combinations of red, white, blue, pink, yellow, purple and variegated kernels, some striped or spotted. Stalks are sturdy and long-standing. 25% are purple.

1337 Fiesta F1 102 7 - 10" Short, stout plants are less susceptible to wind damage. 20 - 30% purple husks. An attractive mixture ofyellow, red, white, blue, purple and variegated kernels.

1387 Christmas Lights F1 103 8 - 9" An assortment of colors reminiscent of Christmas lights incorporating abundant blue, green and red.

1350 Seneca Mini Indian 103 3 - 5" Very attractive dark and light hues.

1364 Rainbow Rays F1 104 9 - 11" The dazzling multi-colored kernels have a beautiful glossy appearance with many rich, unique colors. Produceslong, sturdy stalks.

1325 Apache Pride F1 105 9 - 11" Gorgeous colors of large eared corn with sturdy stalks, some with purple husks. A newer, earlier version of Cherokee Pride.

1344 Oxacan Green 105 6 - 8" Unique green shade with an occasional yellow and/or blue kernel. This heirloom produced on a 7 foot stalk.

1347 Red Chief F1 105 8 - 12" A hybrid version of Bloody Butcher. Earlier, with a much healthier stalk. Beautiful, dark red, shiny kernels.

1380 Strawberry 105 2 - 3" Small, dark red popcorn kernels with blond husk leaves. Grown on 5 - 6' plants.

1396 Mixed Colors 1398 Red 1394 Black Amber

Corn - Broom Corn — Listed by Maturity

Corn - Ornamental — Listed by Maturity

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

1399 Deer / Regular 105 Seed heads contain straw-like fibers used for broom making. Seeds are a light gold or natural color as are the fibers.

1396 Mixed Colors 105 - 110 Kernels of red, dark brown, black/deep purple, deep gold, and shades of all these colors.

1398 Red 105 - 110 Seed is a mixture of light to medium to deep reds. Very desirable in arrangements and crafts.

1394 Black Amber 110 Shiny black hulls cover the amber colored seeds. The heads dry nicely and stand more upright. Plants grow 6 -12’ in height.

1335 Earth Tones Dent 1339 Green & Gold Dent 1323 American Pride F1 1332 Cheyenne Pride F1

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Relative EarVariety Days Length Characteristics

1322 American Way F1 107 9 - 11" An outstanding hybrid of vibrant, multi-colored ears on a sturdy stalk. The color combinations are varied and show off the colors of fall.

1374 Red Stalker 107 7 - 8" Tall red and purples stalks with colorful ears.

1326 Blazing Prairie F1 108 10" The husks and stalks will be largely reddish in color. Predominantly yellow kernels with some blues andpurples mixed with red mottled tips. Very showy for decoration or shocks.

1338 Gorgeous Indian F1 108 8 - 10" Beautiful glossy kernels, multi-colored ears with beautiful glossy kernels on a sturdy plant with red husks.

1329 Autumn Fireworks F1 109 9 - 11" A very glossy, eye catching variety with many rich, unique colors. Has good quality stalks with some red husks.

1328 Blue Moon F1 110 9 - 10" Eye catching, stand-out color! This is a large, blue-black colored dent type ear on a large sturdy stalk.

1333 Carousel 110 4" Seldom are two are alike in color, yet the ears are uniform in size and packed with delicate popcorn sizekernels. 7 ' plants produce multiple ears.

1330 Cherokee Pride F1 110 9 - 11" Unique colors, streaked on a lighter background. High yielding. Strong stalks with excellent stand ability.

1340 Holiday Festival F1 110 8 - 11" Produces large glossy varied colored ears with an abundance of red. Very large, strong stalked plant.

1341 Hopi Blue 110 8 - 9" Very dark blue kernels. Can be ground into blue flour for baking and chips.

1345 Indian Ornamental 110 8 - 10" Bright multi-colored kernels with a few purple stalks.

1342 Maiden Rainbow F1 110 8 - 10" Unique multi-colored ears on a large sturdy plant. A full season hybrid with both wide and narrow kernels along with a beautiful array of colors. Some purple husks will be shown.

1346 Seneca Indian Corn 110 8 - 9" Wide range of bright kernels. Some purple stalks.

1326 Blazing Prairie F1 1338 Gorgeous Indian 1329 Autumn Fireworks F1 1328 Blue Moon F1

1333 Carousel F1 1330 Cherokee Pride 1342 Maidens Rainbow F1 1364 Rainbow Rays F1

Ornamental corn — will freely cross-pollinate with other types of corn, such as field and sweet corn, making isolation necessary. Isolation from othercorn varieties can be accomplished by a physical separation of 250 or more feet or by making sure there is a minimum of 14 days difference in the maturitiesof the different types.

Corn - Ornamental (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

1327 Bloody Butcher 1337 Fiesta F1 1325 Apache Pride F1 1322 American Way F1

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@ Price Per Pound 1 - 4 5 - 9 10 lbs. or Variety ¼ lb. lbs. @ lbs. @ more @

Ornamental1323 American Pride F1

1322 American Way F1

1325 Apache Pride F1

1324 Autumn Explosion F1

1329 Autumn Fireworks F1

1326 Blazing Prairie F1

1327 Bloody Butcher

1328 Blue Moon F1

1333 Carousel

1330 Cherokee Pride F1

1332 Cheyenne Pride F1

1387 Christmas Lights F1

1335 Earth Tones Dent

1337 Fiesta F1

1338 Gorgeous Indian F1

1339 Green & Gold Dent

1340 Holiday Festival F1

1341 Hopi Blue

1345 Indian Ornamental

1342 Maiden Rainbow F1

1305 Mini Pink

1344 Oxacan Green

@ Price Per Pound 1 - 4 5 - 9 10 lbs. or Variety ¼ lb. lbs. @ lbs. @ more @

Ornamental1364 Rainbow Rays F1

1347 Red Chief F1

1374 Red Stalker

1346 Seneca Indian Corn

1350 Seneca Mini Indian

1380 Strawberry

1386 Wampum

Popcorn1301 Carmel Crisp F1

1333 Carousel

1320 Robust Ruby Red F1

1317 Robust White F1

1313 Robust Yellow F1

1350 Seneca Mini Indian

1321 Shaman's Blue F1

1380 Strawberry

Broom Corn1394 Black Amber

1399 Deer / Regular

1396 Mixed Colors

1398 Red

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Cucumber Habit TerminologyCode Term Details

Gyno: Gynoecious Produces all, or mostly female flowerswhich typically increases yield per plant.They are packaged with a male flowerproducing variety, similar in appearance, necessary for pollination (typically 15%).

Mono: Monoecious Produces male and female flowers on the same plant.

Parth: Parthenocarpic Requires no pollination to produce fruit.As a result no bees or pollinators are needed.

Disease Reaction CodesCode Disease Caused byA: Anthracose The specified strainsBW: Bacterial Wilt Erwinia tracheiphilaCca: Target leaf spot Corynespora cassiicolaCcu: Scab Cladosporium cucumerinumCMV: Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic virusDM: Downy Mildew Pseudoperonospora cubensisPM: Powdery mildew Erysiphe cichoracearum or Sphaerotha fuligineaPRSV: Papaya ringspot Papaya ringspot virusPsl: Angular leaf spot Pseudomonas syringae pv. LachrymansWMV: Watermelon mosaic virus Watermelon mosaic virusZYMV: Zucchini yellow mosaic Zucchini yellow mosaic virus

CUCUMBER

Cucumbers - Slicers — Listed by Maturity

1428 Intimidator F1 1407 Dasher II F1 1408 Diva F1 1417 Indy F1

6.25 16.00 14.00 13.25

6.25 16.00 14.00 13.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.50 14.00 12.00 11.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

7.00 18.00 16.00 15.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.50 14.00 12.00 11.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

6.25 16.00 14.00 12.50

4.75 12.00 10.00 9.50

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

7.00 18.00 16.00 15.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

2.75 6.75 5.75 5.00

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

8.25 21.00 19.00 18.25

6.75 17.00 15.00 14.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

5.85 15.00 13.00 12.25

4.75 12.00 10.00 9.25

2.85 8.50 7.00 6.25

5.50 14.00 12.00 11.25

4.75 12.00 10.00 9.25

7.75 20.00 18.00 17.25

5.50 14.00 12.00 11.00

5.50 14.00 12.00 11.25

8.50 22.00 20.00 19.50

4.75 12.00 10.00 9.50

5.00 13.00 11.00 10.00

5.50 14.00 12.00 11.25

8.50 22.00 20.00 19.00

4.75 12.00 10.00 9.25

10.25 26.00 24.00 23.00

8.25 21.00 19.00 18.00

10.25 26.00 24.00 23.00

10.25 26.00 24.00 23.00

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Cucumbers - Slicers — Listed by Maturity

Relative Habit Fruit Size / Disease Variety Days Color Reaction Characteristics

1457 Cool Breeze F1 45 Parth 5" Ccu, CMV, PM Strong vigorous plants produce smooth fruit with fine white spines,Dark Green best when harvested at 4 to 5 inches. Will be seedless unless grown

near other cucumbers. Make excellent pickles and have great crunchysweet flavor for eating fresh.

1442 Sweeter Yet F1 48 Gyno 10 - 12" CMV, DM, PM, Totally non-bitter, “burp-free”, have very mild, sweet flavor. Fruits areDark Green PRSV, ZYMV long and cylindrical and white spined. Plants are tall, vigorous and

will climb up to 70 inches tall when grown on a fence or trellis.

1425 Raider F1 52 Gyno 8 - 10" x 2 Ccu, CMV, Psl One of the earliest-maturing slicers. A heavy yielder of uniformly,Dark Green non-stippled, cylindrical fruit.

1428 Intimidator F1 53 Gyno 10" x 2" A, Ccu, CMV, Psl Early, premium quality fruit. Uniform shape with even taper Dark Green on both ends. High yield potential.

1433 Stonewall F1 53 Gyno 8" x 2¼" A, Ccu, Cmv, Strong producer of number of #1 fancy fruit. Top quality, fruitVery Dark Green PM, Psl shape and storage ability.

1443 Talladega F1 53 Gyno 7½ - 8½" CMV, Cca, Ccu, Early and productive. Produces uniform fruit with very few spines,Very Dark Green PM, WMV and no blossom end scar or ridging.

1426 Rockingham F1 54 Gyno 8½" A, CMV, Ccu, Psl, Sf Uniform fruit with blocky ends. Strong and vigorous vines produceDark Green high yields of super select fruit.

1485 Sweet Success F1 54 Parth / Gyno 14" x 2½" Ccu, Cmv Burpless. Seedless if grown away from other varieties.Dark Green Excellent for greenhouse production. Can be grown outdoors

with equally great results.

1440 Speedway F1 54 Gyno 10" x 2" A-2, Ccu, CMV, Industry standard. A very uniform, early version of Dasher II. Medium sized plants have good vigor and disease tolerance providing ability

Dark Green PM, Psl to carry heavy fruit sets. Excellent for early season slicers.

1412 Garden Sweet Burpless F1 55 Mono 10 - 12" DM, PM Burpless. Slender and cylindrical, with faint stripes on the necks and,Dark Green smooth, thin skin.

1406 Darlington F1 56 Gyno 8½" A, Cca, Ccu, PM, Psc, Fruit are high-quality, consistant and straight. Excellent diseaseDark Green WMV(2), ZYMV resistance.

1432F Seminis 3462 F1 - Farmore 56 Gyno 9" Co, Ccu, DM The new benchmark in Downy Mildew resistance. Early variety Dark Green Pcu, PM, Psl that yields uniform quality fruit on a very vigorous vine.

1448 Thunder F1 56 Gyno 8½" x 2¼" Ccu, CMV, Fruit are very smooth and uniform with a natural gloss that appears Very Dark Green PM, ZYMV as if they were waxed on the vine. Blocky at the stem and blossom

ends. Maintains good length under stress conditions.

1430 Salad Bush F1 57 Mono 8" x 2" CMV, Cca, Ccu, Compact vines reach just 24" in length and can be grown inDark Green DM, PM small places (patio or container). Produces good yields with

smooth skin, uniform size and shape.

1407 Dasher II F1 58 Gyno 8" x 2½" A-2, Ccu, CMV, Bitter free with attractive appearance and high yields ofDark Green DM, PM, Psl superior slicing cucumbers. Uniform fruit are smooth,

straight with a slight taper at each end.

1408 Diva F1 58 Parth/Gyno 6 - 8" Ccu, DM, PM Salad cucumber appearance with a much smoother, thin,no-peel skin. Very tender, crisp, sweet, bitter-free, andseedless, especially when harvested small.

1403 Bush Early Spring Burpless F1 58 Mono 8 - 10" Burpless. Bush type with 24 - 30" vines. Fruit is straight & cylindrical. Dark Green

1439 Spacemaster 58 - 64 Mono 7 - 8" Ccu, CMV Very compact dwarf plant. 36" vines with no runners. HighlyDark Green adaptable to a wide range of climates. Uniform, smooth,

cylindrical, and slender fruit.

1417 Indy F1 59 Gyno 8½" x 2½" A-2, Ccu, DM, PM, Multiple-virus resistance. High yielding with excellent fruit quality.Dark Green PRSV, Psl, WMV, ZYMV

1438 Slicemaster Select F1 60 Mono 8 - 9" x 2½" A, Ccu, DM, Uniform, straight, smooth fruit slightly tapered to stem end.Very Dark Green PM, Psl

1401 Burpless Bush F1 60 Mono 8 - 10" Burpless. Bush plant, very compact and productive. Fairly smooth.Dark Green A good choice for outdoor planting and bedding plant sales.

1423 Munchmore F1 60 Gyno 7" CMV, DM, PM Burpless. This white-spined slicer has sweet white flesh that is Med. Green extra soft and tender. It has excellent flavor and is non-bitter.

1444 Sweet Slice F11449 Turbo F1 1414 General Lee F11432 Seminis 3462 F1

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Relative Disease Variety Days Habit Fruit Size / Color Reaction Characteristics

1436 Suyo Long 61 Mono 10 - 16" PM Burpless. This traditional Chinese long-fruited variety growsMed. Green well in hot weather and sets early. Excellent bitter-free eating

quality. Trellis for straight fruits.

1444 Sweet Slice F1 62 Mono 10 - 12" / Cmv, DM, PM, WMV Burpless. Amazingly sweet and bitter free. Beautifully shaped. Dark Green The skin is sweet and bitter free.

1445 Tasty Green F1 62 Mono 9" x 1½" DM, PM Burpless. Early and heavy yielding. Fruit is long and slender with shallow ridges and small white spines. Easy to grow even underadverse conditions. Suitable for greenhouse culture.

1449 Turbo F1 62 Gyno 9" x 2¼" A, Ccu, CMV, DM, Fancy pack appearance, very uniform in size and shape.Very Dark Green PM, Psl Generally more length and darker color than most gynoecious

hybrids. Good heat resistance.

1410 Fanfare F1 63 Mono 8 - 9" A, Ccu, CMV, Vigorous and productive bears slender, attractive, and flavorful Dark Green DM, PM, Psl fruit that is extremely uniform. The semi-dwarf plants produce

high yields over a long harvest period.

1409 Early Spring Burpless F1 63 Mono 12 - 15" Burpless. Large yields and bitter-free. A prolific early producer ofDark Green creamy-spined fruits. White flesh is extra crisp and mild mannered.

1422 Orient Express II F1 64 Gyno 7-8" x 1½" CMV, PM Burpless, early oriental cuke that SNAPS when you eat it.Dark Green 7 - 8" with a diameter of 1-1/2". It holds its dark green color

for a long time and is very disease resistant. When you eat it, it’s crisp, crunchy, and delicious.

1447 Straight Eight Elite F1 64 Gyno 8" x 2½" CMV, DM, PM Burpless. Improved Straight Eight: more compact plant thatDark Green is bitter free. Will yield a full season of long straight slicers

1414 General Lee F1 65 Gyno 8" x 8½" CMV, Ccu, DM, PM Outstanding slicer with white spines for both spring and fallDark Green plantings. Attractive, straight, and consistently uniform.

1418 Marketmore 76 65 Mono 8" x 2 ½" Ccu, CMV, DM, PM Extremely popular open pollinated variety.Med. Green

1419 Lemon 65 Mono 2" x 3" Unique bitter free heirloom variety. Rounded, pale yellowRound Yellow cucumber with crisp white mild flesh.

1424 Poinsett 76 65 Mono 8½" x 2½" A, Ccu, DM, The flesh is crisp, white and tender Med. Green PM, Psl

1446 Straight 8 65 Mono 8" x 2½" A long time standard for home gardenersDark Green

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50 100 500 1,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

1457 Cool Breeze F1 4.00 6.25 20.00 36.00

1430 Salad Bush F1 7.75 11.75 38.25 59.00

1485 Sweet Success F1 14.95 23.00 77.25 119.00

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 500 1,000 5,000 10,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

1406 Darlington F1

1407 Dasher II F1

1408 Diva F1

1410 Fanfare F1

1414 General Lee F1

1417 Indy F1

1428 Intimidator F1

1422 Orient Express II F1

1425 Raider F1

1426 Rockingham F1

1432F Seminis 3462F1 -Farmore

1438 Slicemaster Select F1

1440 Speedway F1

1433 Stonewall F1

1444 Sweet Slice F1

1442 Sweeter Yet F1

1443 Talladega F1

1445 Tasty Green F1

1448 Thunder F1

1449 Turbo F1

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

1401 Burpless Bush F1 14.25 37.00 95.00 90.00

1403 Bush Early Spring 14.25 37.00 95.00 90.00Burpless F1

1409 Early Spring 11.50 29.25 75.00 70.00Burpless F1

1412 Garden Sweet 11.50 29.25 75.00 70.00Burpless F1

1419 Lemon 3.25 8.25 21.00 20.00

1418 Marketmore 76 3.25 8.25 21.00 20.00

1423 Munchmore F1 5.50 14.00 36.00 35.00

1424 Poinsett 76 2.75 6.40 16.00 15.50

1439 Spacemaster 3.50 8.50 21.00 20.50

1446 Straight 8 2.95 7.25 18.00 17.50

1447 Straight Eight Elite F1 12.00 30.00 75.00 73.00

1436 Suyo Long 12.00 30.00 75.00 73.00

“Cool as a cucumber” —Surprisingly, the inside of a cucumber can beup to 20 degrees cooler than the outside air.

16.90 26.00 24.50 23.00

8.50 13.00 12.00 11.00

11.75 18.00 16.50 15.00

18.25 28.00 26.50 25.00

8.50 13.00 12.00 11.00

12.25 19.00 17.50 16.00

10.75 16.50 15.00 13.50

14.25 21.75 20.75 19.50

9.10 14.00 12.00 11.00

9.75 15.00 14.00 13.00

15.25 23.50 22.00 20.50

8.50 13.00 12.00 11.00

11.00 17.00 15.50 14.00

9.10 14.00 12.50 11.00

31.75 49.00 48.00 47.00

18.75 29.00 27.50 26.00

9.75 15.00 13.50 12.00

14.25 22.00 20.50 19.00

9.10 14.00 12.50 11.00

10.50 16.00 14.50 13.00

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Relative Disease Variety Days Habit Reaction Characteristics

1461 Little Tyke F1 35 Mono Ccu, CMV, This prolific hybrid has had great success in the baby as well as the picklingPM, DM markets. Mature fruit is approximately 1" x 3½", with a medium to small

cavity. Suitable for hot conditions and heavy soil.

1456 County Fair F1 50 Gyno A, BW, CMV, Burpless. Full of bitter-free flavor. Thin, tender skin and crisp flesh. Will be PM, Psl nearly seedless if planted away from other varieties.

1462 Miniature White 50 Mono -— Compact plant produces white fruit that are delicious, thin-skinned, and tender withsweet, mild flavor.

1464 National Pickler 50 Mono Ccu, CMV Short, thick and blunt-ended when small; smooth and cylindrical at 6 - 7" by 2.5". Dark-green, black spines with crispy, tender skin. Holds quality longerthan most and bears over extended period.

1451 Cross Country F1 52 Gyno A, Ccu, DM, Widely adapted and known for high yields. Straight, blocky fruit with excellent interiorPsl, PM quality.

1472 Regal F1 52 Gyno A, Ccu, CMV, High-yielding with slightly longer, slimmer shape for chips, spears, and whole DM, PM, Psl packing. Stippled fruit are slightly tapered.

1450 Calypso F1 52 Gyno A, Ccu, CMV, A heavy yielding, widely adapted white spined pickle with early maturity.DM, PM, Psl

1465 Carolina F1 52 Gyno A, Ccu, Co-2, CMV, Medium vines with good vigor and great yields. Medium green fruit with aDM, Psl, PM low percentage of nubs and crooks.

1454 Jackson Classic F1 52 Gyno A, Ccu, CMV, Psl Dark green, blocky fruit with white spines. Can produce two fruit each node.

1475 Pioneer F1 52 Gyno A, Ccu, CMV, Plant produces high yields of dark green cucumbers. A dual purpose cucumber DM, PM, Psl that can be used fresh in salads or pickled.

1453 Fancipak F1 53 Gyno A, Ccu, CMV, Excellent fruit shape and uniformity with tender skin. Adapts well to high temperatures.DM, PM, Psl Excellent internal fruit characteristics with smaller, younger, and bitter free seeds.

1474 Sassy F1 53 Gyno Ccu, CMV, Co, Strong vines produce high, concentrated yields of slightly tapered fruit that have eye-Pcu, Psl, PM appealing dark green exteriors, excellent interiors, a little more fruit length.

1480 SMR 58 53 Mono Ccu, CMV Dark green fruit are short, thick and blunt-ended when small; smooth and cylindrical whenlarger. Medium large vines which produce heavy yields.

1460 Bush Pickle 54 Mono Ccu, CMV, PM Plant averages 24 - 36" in diameter. Good quantities of straight, cylindrical fruits. Shorter production period than vining types. Bred for small gardens and containers.

1478 Zapata F1 56 Mono A, Ccu, CMV, PM, Psl, Dark-green, cylindrical, white-spined pickle is early and productive. Its indeterminate PRSV, WMV, ZYMV vine keeps it producing for a long time. Very uniform.

1455 Homemade Pickles 56 Mono Ccu, CMV, Psl Vigorous high yielding plants. Fruit is medium green with small white spines; can be picked from 1½" for tiny sweets to 5 - 6" for dills and spears. Interior structure is solid and crisp.

1452 Eureka F1 57 Mono CMV, DM, PM, Dark green color with a crisp texture. Grow vigorous/indeterminate vines on a fence orPsl, WMV trellis. Excellent yielder.

Cucumbers - Pickles — Listed by Maturity

1456 County Fair 1451 Cross Country 1472 Regal 1450 Calypso F1

1453 Fancipak 1478 Zapata 1455 Homemade Pickles 1452 Eureka

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1460 Bush Pickle

1450 Calypso F1

1465 Carolina F1

1456 County Fair F1

1455 Homemade Pickles

1461 Little Tyke F1

1462 Miniature White

1464 National Pickler

1475 Pioneer F1

1480 SMR 58

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 500 1,000 5,000 15,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

1451 Cross Country F1

1452 Eureka F1

1453 Fancipak F1

1454 Jackson Classic F1

1472 Regal F1

1474 Sassy F1

1478 Zapata F1

Relative Variety Days Fruit Shape Fruit Color Characteristics

1510 Fairytale F1 55 Slender Lavender AAS winner. Beautiful, tender, and sweet eggplants grow on a 24" dwarf plant. Extremely attractive 4 inch fruit are bright lavender with bold white streaks.

1521 Shoya Long F1 55 Slender / Long Dark Purple Long Japanese type. Excellent quality, shape and color. Uniform in size.

1515 Megal F1 60 Long, cylindrical Purple / Black Remarkable for its earliness and marketable yield. Plants are vigourous and upright. They carry fruit well off of the ground and produce very uniform fruit

1509 Dusky SG F1 64 Teardrop Purple / Black High yielding 24" compact plants produce high quality fruit that are Tobaccomosaic virus (TMV) resistant.

1511 Epic F1 64 Teardrop Purple / Black Strong plants produce large (9 inch) high quality fruit. TMV Resistant.

1501 Black Shine F1 65 Slender, Long Very Dark Purple / Black Japanese hybrid is long with nearly black skin. Shiny fruit have nice flesh and growto over 8" long and weigh over 8 oz. Great replacement for Millionaire F1.

1517 Night Shadow F1 68 Oval Glossy Black Widely adapted with high yield potential. Strong plants produce firm fruitswhich maintain their rich, glossy black color through harvest. Tomato mosaicvirus resistant (ToMV).

1525 Purple Fingers 70 Elongated Purple Miniature finger fruit with a green calyx. Plant height is 28".

1526 Purple Shine F1 70 Slender Shiny Purple Chinese type eggplant. Very productive with high yields. Fruits have firm, shinypurple skin with red tones. Often white towards purple calyx. Approximately9 - 11" x 1½".

1513 White Fingers 70 Elongated White Very sweet white version of the miniature finger fruit. White flesh with a green calyx.

1529 White Star F1 70 Teardrop White Can be either used as a white baby eggplant or grown to full maturity (4 - 6")for lovely tear drop shaped glossy white fruit.

1528 White Egg 72 Oval White Compact plant. Fruit are egg size with great color.

1524 Prosperosa 75 Round Dark Purple Tall, vigourous plant grows beautiflul, 4-5 inch fruit that are meaty and mild flavored.

EGGPLANT — Listed by Maturity

1521 Shoya Long F1 1510 Fairy Tale 1525 Purple Fingers

Cucumbers - Pickles (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

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Pickles —The Department of Agriculture estimates that the averageAmerican eats 8.5 lbs. of pickles a year. Dill pickles aretwice as popular as the sweet variety.

5.75 9.00 8.50 7.50

11.75 18.00 17.00 16.50

5.75 9.00 8.50 7.50

5.25 8.00 7.50 6.50

6.50 10.00 9.50 8.50

6.50 10.00 9.50 8.50

9.75 15.00 14.50 13.50

— 14.25 37.00 95.00 90.00

— 4.75 12.00 30.00 29.00

— 4.75 12.00 30.00 29.00

12.50 18.25 46.75 120.00 115.00

— 3.50 8.50 21.00 20.00

14.00 22.65 61.15 175.00 170.00

8.25 12.75 32.00 80.00 77.00

— 4.50 7.00 18.00 17.00

— 3.85 9.75 24.00 23.00

— 3.50 8.50 21.00 20.00

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Relative Variety Days Fruit Shape Fruit Color Characteristics

1514 Rosa Bianca 75 - 90 Round Light pink Italian heirloom with meaty mild flavor and no bitterness. Light pink withoccasional creamy white shading and green calyx.

1502 Classic F1 76 Oval Dark Purple Erect, vigorous plant supports heavy yields of high quality fruit. Sets a highstandard for premium eggplant.

1518 Santana F1 80 Teardrop Glossy Purple / Black High yielding. One of the best for heat tolerance without fruit fading problems. Has reduced spines to prevent fruit scar.

1527 Shooting Stars 85 Teardrop Purple This beautiful purple-striped Italian eggplant has consistent deep color andearliness. Reliable, heavy yields of 6 - 8" thin-skinned fruit.

EGGPLANT (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Eggplant

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

1501 Black Shine F1

1502 Classic F1

1509 Dusky SG F1

1511 Epic F1

1510 Fairytale F1

1515 Megal F1

1517 Night Shadow F1

1524 Prosperosa

1525 Purple Fingers

1526 Purple Shine F1

1514 Rosa Bianca

1518 Santana F1

1527 Shooting Stars

1521 Shoya Long F1

1528 White Egg

1513 White Fingers

1529 White Star F1

1529 White Star1526 Purple Shine F1

1502 Classic F1

1514 Rosa Bianca

1518 Santana

1524 Prosperosa

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Eggplant —The name "eggplant" is used in the United States, Australia, New Zealand,and Canada. It was derived from the fruits of some 18th-century Europeancultivars which were yellow or white and resembled goose or hen's eggs.

The fruit is botanically classified as a berry and contains numerous small, softseeds which are edible, and is a close relative of tobacco.

5.75 9.00 8.50 8.00

7.75 12.00 11.50 10.50

6.50 10.00 9.75 9.00

31.25 48.00 45.00 —

14.50 22.00 21.00 20.00

6.50 10.00 9.75 9.25

9.75 15.00 14.50 14.00

5.25 8.00 7.50 7.00

6.50 10.00 9.75 9.50

4.25 6.50 6.00 5.75

9.25 14.00 13.50 13.00

4.25 6.50 6.00 5.75

5.25 8.00 7.75 7.50

5.75 9.00 8.75 8.50

6.50 10.00 9.75 9.00

5.75 9.00 8.50 8.00

6.85 10.50 10.25 9.75

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@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3.00 5.95 16.00 15.00

7.60 19.50 50.00 47.00

2.75 5.50 15.00 14.00

3.00 6.75 18.00 17.00

6.75 18.50 50.00 48.00

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

1650 Broadleaf Batavian (escarole) 65 - 80 Large, broad, slightly twisted lettuce-like leavesform round 12 - 16" tightly packed heads. Haswell-blanched creamy-white very deep heartsand a thick bulky texture.

1610 Frisee (endive) 50 A finely cut, lacy leaved endive. Unique texture andappearance. It is cold hardy and best grown for early or late crops.

1655 Green Curled Ruffec (endive) 70 - 100 Deeply cut dark-green leaves blanch easily tocreamy-white inside its thick deep heart. Prostratehabit with thick pale greenish-white 1" midribs.Grows thick, very hardy and resistant to cold.

1600 Salad King (endive) 95 This outstanding endive is remarkably curled witha dense and full heart. Withstands diverse weatherin the fall and performs well under stress.

1620 Tres Fine (endive) 42 - 70 This quick growing miniature French endivehas narrow, finely curled leaves. Plant is about6" around with a delicate flavor. Its small sizemakes it perfect for individual servings.

Gourds (Large Type) - Maturity Averages 120 days

Variety Characteristics

1701 Birdhouse / Large Bottle 12 to 14 inches in height and 10 inches in diameter. Size and shape will vary somewhat on the same plant. Stand upright while they are young growing to form gourds that will sit on their base.

1702 Big Apple Large apple-shaped gourds are dark green with patches of lighter green and dry to all brown. Typical fruits are 6 - 8" tall and 4 - 6" across.Nice flat bottoms make this one of the best for gourd crafts and birdhouses.

1704 Bule ("boo-Lay") A hard-shelled French gourd for drying. Similar in shape to a large apple, 6 - 8" tall and 5 - 6" across. The entire gourd is covered with small warts or tooth-like bumps. Vigorous 15 - 35" vines.

1707 Bottle - Martinhouse This is the strain crafters prefer for drying to make birdhouse.

1708 Bushel Great for arts and crafts projects. A long growing season is required for this variety. Reaches a diameter of 12 to 18 inches. Weight can range from 30 to 60#.

1710 Calabash ("Penguin") Often called “penguin” because of its shape. Mostly 5 inches in diameter by 12 inches in length. Skin light green until curing, then it is tan.

1712 Dinosaur Solid green fruits have curved necks and wing-like projections perfect for gourdcraft swans. Total length is 18 - 24" with an 8" bowl and uniqueserpentine projections. Very nice when grown on a trellis.

ENDIVE and ESCAROLE — Listed by Maturity

GOURDS — Listed by Maturity

1620 Tres Fine 1650 Broadleaf Batavian 1600 Salad King

1707 Martinhouse1702 Big Apple 1712 Dinosaur

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Variety Characteristics

1715 Italian Edible ("Cucuzzi") May be eaten like a cucumber or summer squash when 6 inches long or less . Becomes hard shelled at maturity. Reaches 45 inches in length, 4 to 5 inches in diameter.

1720 Long Handled Dipper Has a slender neck 3 feet long. Neck is usually curved and longer that the bowl. Surface is tan and smooth.

1723 Maranka Club shaped, 15 - 18" long and about 6" in diameter. The bulb end is wrinkled and knobby.

1725 Mixed Large Types The mixture contains as many different varieties as possible. Usually included are Italian Edible, Large Bottle, Calabash, Syphon, Hercules Club, and Long Handled Dipper.

1726 Big Green Sausage Truly lives up to its name. Fruits look like big green sausages. Produces good yields of large 20" long light green gourds. Best if grown ontrellis or fence.

1727 Corsican Flat, canteen shaped gourd up to 12 inches in diameter. Medium green when mature, dries tan.

1731 Lunch Lady Large, warted gourd. Produces an array of fruit sizes, shapes and colors, all with hard shells and warts.

1736 Harvest Bowl Good yields of round, bowl-shaped gourds. Can be harvested when young and tender.

1767 Snake Can be eaten like summer squash when 6" around. Smooth pale green skin with creamy yellow flesh.

1773 Swan /Goose The tip of this large crookneck gourd looks like a swan’s head. It grows 14 - 18" long with a 6" base. Beautiful mottled green color.

1727 Corsican Gourd1731 Lunch Lady 1773 SwanGoose

Gourds (Large Type) - Maturity Averages 120 days (cont.)

Variety Characteristics

1706 Dancing / Spinning Years ago children would carry these gourds in their pockets to play with at school where they would spin them on their desks. Extremely hard shelled when dried.

1709 Daisy Mix This mix produces big yields of different colored gourds in shades of green, orange, yellow and white, with a unique daisy pattern on the stem end.

1711 Koshare Yellow This unique gourd can have up to five bands on its neck of the highest green and yellow color contrast. A pepo type; size is 2 x 3½ inches.

1716 Galaxy of Stars F1 An exciting hybrid gourd mixture in the shape of a 5- pointed star in many colors. They can be mechanically washed.

1721 Gremlins These “freaks of nature” are beautiful. Large sized various solid and speckled vibrant colors in a multitude of desirable shapes; stars, wings, acorns, mushrooms, necks and more.

1724 Goblin Egg Mix A truly unique mixture of egg-shaped gourds. Unlike the typical egg-shaped gourd that is white, Goblin Eggs gives you a varied selection of striped, bicolor, solid colors and patterns. Matures more quickly than most small gourds.

1771 Spoon Platoon This exciting blend is made up of spoons with warts and wings, 4 to 5" long, with good color retention. Vigorous, multi-stem bush.

1703 Bottle - Chinese Small pear-shaped gourd, 5" tall by 4" across. It has a flat bottom, making it an excellent crafting gourd.

1705 Bottle - Baby A miniature version of the familiar Bottle Gourd, having a 2" diameter at its widest point. Length is about 4 inches, and is very uniform. Bulbous blossom end, with restricted neck area that flares out into a smaller bulb on the stem end.

Gourds (Small Type) - Maturity Averages 95 days

1706 Dancing - Spinning 1709 Daisy 1711 Koshare 1716 Galaxy of Stars F1

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Variety Characteristics

Autumn Wings:

1717 Small Autumn Wings Many colors with wings and fruit shape of a swan/pear. Its bulb size is 2½ or 3" in diameter with a neck up to 4 - 5" long.

1718 Medium Autumn Many colors, with the fruit shape of a spoon but with wings. Its bulb size is 2½ or 3" in diameter with a neck up to 6" long. Wings

1719 Large Autumn Wings Gourds of many colors with wings, warts and with the fruit shape of a swan gourd. Bulb size is 2½ to 3" in diameter with a neck up to 12" long.

1722 Wings Blend A blend of all the Autumn Wings: 25% large, 50% medium and 25% small.

1728 Luffa ("Dish Cloth") Also known as vegetable sponge, dish cloth, or Chinese okra. Grown primarily for its fibrous tissue skeleton that is commonly used as abath / sauna sponge.

1730 Nest Egg Similar in size and shape to a hen’s egg. Outside is smooth, white and hard.

1735 Ornamental Small Attractive, colorful, and distinct varieties, including small orange, crown of thorns, pear bi-color, small flat striped, nest egg, small spoon and small Mix warted.

1737 Harvest Flowers Really awesome gourds with flower patterns. As many colors, shapes and patterns as one can imagine. BEAUTIFUL!

1738 Harvest Wings Really big gourds with wings on the bulb end. So many possibilities of shapes, colors and patterns. Creates a never-ending display of green,orange, yellow and white.

1739 Harvest Wings Bush F1 An earlier and more colorful strain of gourds with wings. The added benefit of a semi-bush plant makes more space for planting other unique fall novelty varieties.

1729 Hopi Rattle Grows 4-6" long. Seeds will rattle inside when dry.

1740 Pear Bi-Color Pear-shaped fruit, smooth and hard. Upper half is yellow, bottom half is green with yellow stripes.

1745 Shenot Crown Crown of Thorns produces a wide and unique assortment of color combinations. Colors range from white to orange to green with and withoutof Thorns contrasting stripes. Well-developed “thorns” add to its attractiveness.

1760 Small Spoon Fairly small, five to six inch long, narrow curved neck with a three inch bulb, and are bi-colored orange and green.

1765 Small Warted- A warty mixture of small gourds in a variety of shapes and colors. Solid colored gourds mingled with multicolored fruits bearing randomCommon striped patterns.

1766 Small Warted- Small, uniform, colorful, and consistently warted. A fine balance of flats, rounds, short pears, pears and spoons come in a variety of solid,Professional striped and bicolor patterns. More yellows, greens, and oranges and fewer whites.

1770 Special Small Blend Fancy small types, few plain varieties. Includes Shenot Crown of Thorns, Warted, Spoon, etc. This special mix contains 35% of the FancyWarted Mix.

1774 Tiny Turk A miniature selection of Turk's Turban with similar color and shape.

1776 Super Wings - Small Strong PMR: Unique shapes and colors. Pear shaped and flattened fruit. Many with wings, warts, and multi-colors. Moderate Phytophthora resistantance.

1775 Super Wings - Large Strong PMR: Large version of Super Wings - Small. Moderate Phytophthora resistantance.

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1717 Small Autumn Wings 1719 Large Autumn Wings Autumn Wings #1 1774 Tiny Turk

Gourds (Small Type) - Maturity Averages 95 days (cont.)

1721 Gremlins 1724 Goblin Eggs 1771 Spoon Platoon 1766 Small Warted Pro

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Gourds (Small Type) (cont.) - Maturity Averages 95 days

Large Type

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or Variety more @

1702 Big Apple

1726 Big Green Sausage

1701 Birdhouse/Large bottle

1707 Bottle - Martinhouse

1704 Bule ("boo-Lay")

1708 Bushel

1710 Calabash ("Penguin")

1727 Coriscan

1712 Dinosaur

1736 Harvest Bowl

1715 Italian Edible ("Cucuzzi")

1720 Long Handled Dipper

1731 Lunch Lady

1723 Maranka

1725 Mixed Large Types

1767 Snake

1773 Swan / Goose

Gourds

Small Type

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 100 500 1,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds @

1709 Daisy Mix

1706 Dancing/Spinning

1716 Galaxy of Stars F1

1724 Goblin Egg Mix

1721 Gremlins

1737 Harvest Flowers

1711 Koshare Yellow Banded

1771 Spoon Platoon

1775 Super Wings - Large

1776 Super Wings-Small

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or Variety more @

1760 Small Spoon

1765 Small Warted-Common

1766 Small Warted-Professional

1770 Special Small Blend

1774 Tiny Turk

1776 Super Wings-Small F1 1775 Super Wings-Large F1

Small Type

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or Variety more @

Autumn Wings:

— 1717 Small Autumn Wings

— 1718 Medium Autumn Wings

— 1719 Large Autumn Wings

— 1722 Wings Blend

1705 Bottle - Baby

1703 Bottle - Chinese

1738 Harvest Wings

1739 Harvest Wings Bush F1

1729 Hopi Rattle

1728 Luffa ("Dish Cloth")

1730 Nest Egg

1735 Ornamental Small Mix

1740 Pear Bi-Color

1745 Shenot Crown of Thorns

11.00 35.75 55.00

5.00 16.25 25.00

11.00 35.75 55.00

7.95 25.25 39.00

16.00 52.00 80.00

10.00 32.50 50.00

7.95 25.25 39.00

9.00 29.25 45.00

15.00 52.00 75.00

15.00 52.00 75.00

17.75 45.50 117.00 115.00

17.75 45.50 117.00 115.00

17.75 45.50 117.00 115.00

17.75 45.50 117.00 115.00

10.50 27.25 70.00 67.00

14.25 37.00 95.00 92.00

17.25 44.50 115.00 109.00

17.25 44.50 115.00 109.00

8.50 21.50 55.00 53.00

9.00 23.25 60.00 58.00

10.50 27.25 70.00 67.00

8.25 21.25 55.00 53.00

8.25 21.25 55.00 53.00

8.25 21.25 55.00 53.00

9.00 23.25 60.00 58.00

7.60 19.50 50.00 48.00

11.25 29.25 75.00 74.00

10.50 27.25 70.00 67.00

7.60 19.50 50.00 48.00

11.50 29.25 75.00 73.00

14.50 37.00 95.00 93.00

11.50 29.25 75.00 73.00

10.50 26.50 68.00 65.00

14.50 37.00 95.00 92.00

11.25 27.25 70.00 67.00

7.60 19.50 50.00 48.00

11.25 27.25 70.00 67.00

15.25 39.00 100.00 95.00

14.50 37.00 95.00 93.00

9.15 23.50 60.00 58.00

9.75 25.25 65.00 63.00

15.25 39.00 100.00 95.00

11.25 27.25 70.00 67.00

8.50 21.50 55.00 53.00

9.75 25.25 65.00 63.00

9.75 25.25 65.00 63.00

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Type Variety (Annual / Perennial) Characteristics

1801 Arugula Annual Rich, peppery taste, with exceptionally strong flavor.

1802 Arugula-Astro Annual "Cultivated" variety with a mixture of large lobed and oval leaves.

1804 Basil-Genovese Annual A classic basil with sweet fragrance.

1805 Basil-Italian Large Leaf Annual The dark green, shiny leaves on a tall, erect plant that is slow to bolt.

1806 Basil-Purple Ruffles Annual Very fragrant with deep purple, ruffled leaves.

1807 Basil-Red Rubin Annual Ornamental appeal, spicy flavor with a compact plant habit.

1811 Basil-Spicy Globe Annual Very compact plant. Excellent for containers. Great spicy basil flavor.

1815 Basil-Sweet (Fino Verde) Annual Slow to bolt, small compact bush type plant produces very flavorful tiny basil leaves.

1820 Chives Perennial Grass-like leaves similar to a mild green onion.

1825 Coriander/Cilantro-Leisure Annual Bred for large, flavorsome leaf production that is slow bolting and is great for hot weather regions.

1830 Coriander/Cilantro-Santo Annual Strong, sharp scent and taste. Highly productive and slow to bolt.

1835 Dill-Bouquet Annual Plant produces very flavorful leaves and seeds.

1840 Dill-Burpee Fern leaf Annual Plant grows to approximately 18” tall. Leaves are very feathery and tasty. Slow to set seeds.

1842 Dill-Dukat Annual Anthocyanin Free (non-purple). Early with heavy foliage and large umbels.

1845 Fennel-Florence Annual Anise-flavored leaves. Can be used as a substitute for dill in pickling.

1848 Garlic Chives Perennial Delicate garlic flavor (Chinese Leek).

1851 Oregano (Italian) Perennial Red-flushed green leaves and purple-brown stems. Excellent flavor.

1860 Sage-Broadleaf Annual Most popular of all herbs for seasoning because of its mild pungent flavor and pleasant aroma.

1865 Summer Savory Annual Less bitter, used both fresh or dried as seasoning.

1870 Thyme-Common Perennial Very versatile, gray-green leaves are small and delicate. Produces attractive edible flowers.

Herbs

Variety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

1801 Arugula — 3.25 8.00 20.00

1802 Arugula-Astro — 3.50 8.80 22.00

1804 Basil-Genovese — 4.50 11.25 30.00

1805 Basil-Italian Large Leaf — 3.50 8.80 22.00

1806 Basil-Purple Ruffles 32.50 50.00 125.00 —

1807 Basil-Red Rubin 13.00 20.00 50.00 —

1808 Basil-Spicy Globe — 10.50 29.25 79.00

1815 Basil-Sweet (Fino Verde) — 7.25 18.00 45.00

1820 Chives 5.25 8.00 20.00 50.00

1825 Coriander/Cilantro-Leisure — 2.95 7.50 19.00

Variety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

1830 Coriander/Cilantro-Santo — 2.95 7.50 19.00

1835 Dill-Bouquet — 2.75 5.50 16.00

1840 Dill-Burpee Fern leaf 16.25 25.00 75.00 —

1842 Dill-Dukat — 2.75 6.00 17.00

1845 Fennel-Florence — 4.75 12.00 30.00

1848 Garlic Chives 5.50 8.40 21.00 —

1851 Oregano (Italian) 15.00 24.00 60.00 180.00

1860 Sage-Broadleaf 5.25 8.00 20.00 50.00

1865 Summer Savory — 4.40 11.00 27.50

1870 Thyme-Common 9.00 14.00 39.00 —

HERBS

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1804 Basil - Genovese1805 Basil - Italian

Large Leaf 1806 Basil - Purple Ruffles 1807 Basil - Red Rubin

1825 Coriander - Cilantro - Leisure

1830 Coriander - Colantro - Santo 1835 Dill - Bouquet 1842 Dill - Dukat

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Relative Variety Days Leaf Color Height Characteristics

1905 Red Russian 25 - 50 Gray-Green 24 - 36" Leaves are very tender compared to other kale varieties. Leaves are purple-veined, flat,non-curled and tooth-edged. Stems are purple.

1900 Blue Ridge F1 52 - 60 Dark Blue-Green 18 - 24" Slow bolting. Leaves are full curled and easy to strip. Can also be machine harvested and / or used for processing. Widely adaptable.

1907 Winterbor F1 52 - 60 Dark Green 18 - 24" This productive plant produces finely curled leaves. Yields and cold hardiness are rated excellent. It will reproduce leaves after cutting. Slow bolting, suitable for hand stripping,mechanical harvesting and processing. Winter hardy – Vates type.

1901 Blue Scotch Vates 56 Bright Blue-Green 18 - 20" Finely crumpled leaves are hardy, resists yellowing in cold weather. Can beover-wintered in some areas.

1903 Improved Dwarf Siberian 60 - 70 Blue / Gray / Green 23 - 26" Extremely hardy. Broad, thick, plume-like leaves with slightly frilled edges. Not nearlyas curled as Scotch types.

1904 Premier 65 Deep Green 12 - 15" Produces heavy leaves with slightly scalloped and serrated margins. Excellent foragekale with vigorous short stem plants for higher digestibility and outstanding coldhardiness. Exhibits rapid regrowth after grazing for peak pasture efficiency.

KALE — Listed by Maturity

Kale

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds 1,000 10,000 50,000 100,000 Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

1900 Blue Ridge F1 10.50 7.00 — Available June 2013 —

1907 Winterbor F1 11.50 8.00 7.50 7.10

Kale

@ Price Per Pound 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. Variety or more @

1901 Blue Scotch Vates 2.75 5.00 14.00 13.50

1903 Improved Dwarf Siberian 2.75 5.00 14.00 13.50

1904 Premier 2.75 5.75 16.00 15.50

1905 Red Russian 3.50 8.25 24.00 23.50

RelativeVariety Days Shape Color Characteristics

1954 Express Forcer F1 45 Smooth Oblate Light Green Has a very slow bolting ability for spring sowing. Semi-upright, small and short plant with green medium length leaves and petioles and no side shoots. The compact plant makes for close planting.

1952 Grand Duke F1 50 Smooth Semi-Globe Light Green Easy to grow in limited space; this hybrid develops quickly and is ready early. It can be left to grow up to 4" in diameter without becoming fibrous. Mild in flavor and its texturewhen cooked is crisp.

1956 Early Purple Vienna 50 - 55 Flat Globe Purple Plant grows 10 - 12" tall with reddish-purple bulbs of 2 - 3" in diameter. Best harvested when bulbs are 2".

1951 White Vienna 50 - 55 Round Light Green Plant grows 10 - 12" tall, bulbs 2 - 3" in diameter. Best harvested when bulbs are 2".

1958 Winner F1 57 Smooth Semi-Globe Light Green Its vigorous, upright plant produces bulbs that have a fresh, fruity taste. Good holding ability.

KohlrabiVariety 1,000 5,000 25,000

Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

1954 Express Forcer F1 12.00 11.50 11.00

1952 Grand Duke F1 6.50 6.00 5.50

1958 Winner F1 6.50 6.00 5.50

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

1956 Early Purple Vienna 2.75 5.00 14.00

1951 White Vienna 2.75 5.00 14.00

KOHLRABI — Listed by Maturity

1954 Express Forcer 1952 Grand Duke

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

1900 Blue Ridge1905 Red Russian 1901 Blue Scotch Vates

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LEEK — Listed by Maturity

Variety Relative Days Characteristics

2009 Tadorna F1 105 A vigorous grower producing a medium-length white shaft and contrasting, upright, very dark blue-green foliage. Holds in the field for fall into winter harvest, and over winters where winter cold is moderate. Resistant to leafdiseases.

2005 Arkansas F1 108 Non-bulbing winter-hardy strain. Semi upright, dark, blue-green foliage with 6 inch white shafts. Frost tolerant.

2001 American Flag 120 Hardy 15 - 18" plants, blue-green leaves with long, thick (6 - 10" x 1½"), well-blanched white stalks. Good for fall and winter, grows very quickly. The standard variety for home gardens and market.

Leek

Variety 1,000 10,000 50,000 Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

2005 Arkansas 2.35 1.90 1.50

2009 Tadorna F1 3.50 2.65 2.25

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

2001 American Flag 3.50 9.75 27.00

2001 American Flag2005 Arkansas2009 Tadorna

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

Variety Relative Days Characteristics

2120 Lollo Rossa Dark 30 - Baby / 60-Mature Heavily frilled green leaves with dark red edges. Produces good color in low light (high tunnel) conditions. Best for baby leaf production. Compact and slow growing.

2113 Grand Rapids TBR 42 Open Pollinated, has large bright green leaves that are broad with wavy curled edges. Resistant to tip burn.

2108 Bon Vivant Blend 42 - 45 Mesclun mix, a fine blend containing: Tango, Royal Oak Leaf, Red Salad Bowl, Black Seeded Simpson, Grand RapidsTBR, and Red Sails. Colors include; deep reds and bronze, and green ranging from dark emerald.

2142 Amish Deer Tongue 45 Medium green triangular leaves form a loose, upright head. Pleasantly sharp flavor.

2105 Black Seeded Simpson 45 Vigorous and fast growing, this popular item develops large bunches of light green, curled, very tender leaves oftop quality. Mildly heat tolerant. Not mosaic tested.

2119 Green Ice 45 Less bitter than most lettuce varieties. Crisp textured, glossy leaves are more savoyed and darker green, with wavyand fringed leaf margins. Slow to bolt; long picking season. Remains firm and crunchy.

2125 New Red Fire 45 Deep, intense red color carries well down each leaf. Slow to bolt and makes good weight. Compact and densewith excellent uniformity of form and color. Highly marketable leaf lettuce for spring, early summer, and fall in cooler regions.

2129 Prizehead 45 Heads are medium large and upright with deeply curled leaves. Outer leaves and edges reddish-brown with inner leaves medium green. Very crisp and tender.

2137 Ruby 45 Beautiful bright green frilled lettuce with savoyed leaves shaded with intense red, an improved strain for more vividcolor. Heat resistance, long standing and slow to bolt.

2143 Tango 45 Great for mesclun or salad mixes. Leaves are tender, deeply cut, and pointed with a beautiful green color. Theuniform plants produce tender leaves that resemble endive and have a rich, pleasant flavor.

2138 Salad Bowl, Green 45 - 68 This heat tolerant variety stays in prime condition for a long time. Each plant makes a decorative rosette of wavy, notched leaves and is always tender, sweet and delicious. It holds its flavor and fine texture despite summer heat. Not mosaic tested.

LETTUCE

Lettuce - Loose leaf types — Listed by Maturity

2120 Lollo Rossa Dark 2105 Black Seeded Simpson 2125 New Red Fire 2140 Simpson Elite

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Lettuce - Loose leaf types (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Lettuce - COS, Romaine types — Listed by Maturity

2149 Vivian 2148 Valmaine 2154 Rouge D'Hiver 2150 Parris Island COS

2144 Waldmann's Green 2139 Salad Bowl - Red 2106 Brigitte 2133 Red Velvet

Variety Relative Days Characteristics

2140 Simpson Elite 48 Fast growing and very long standing. Bolt resistant. Can be harvested 30-45 days LONGER than Black Seeded Simpson. No bitterness in later harvest.

2136 Royal Oakleaf 49 Large rosettes (indistinct heads) of oak leaf shaped, dark green leaves with thick midribs. Never bitter when hot. Very heat resistant, long standing plants.

2144 Waldmann's Green 49 Dark green, frilled, ruffled leaves form an attractive head. Plants are vigorous and produce uniform heads ofwell-bunched, long, crumpled leaves.

2127 Oakleaf 50 Tight rosettes of oak-leaf shaped leaves are medium-dark green and deeply lobed. Very resistant to hot weather. Long-standing, never bitter. Upright plant, quality is fine even in late summer.

2139 Salad Bowl, Red 50 Attractive burgundy-red, deeply lobed oak-like leaves form a full rosette. Holds its mild non-bitter quality well andis slow to bolt. The color is best in cool weather, but will grow well all season. Excellent for baby leaf production.

2106 Brigitte 52 Upright plant produces striking dark burgundy-red leaves that are slightly blistered with serrated leaf edges.

2133 Red Velvet 55 Very dark red. Tops of leaves are solid reddish-maroon, and the backs are green tinged with maroon. Heads areslow to bolt, 6 - 8" tall and 10 - 12" wide.

2132 Red Sails 57 Produces large, loose heads with very attractive reddish-maroon outer leaves. Leaves are crumpled, with frilled wavy margins and hold their color well, even during warm weather.

Variety Relative Days Characteristics

2149 Vivian 28 - baby / 50 - mature Tightly bunched 12 - 16" long leaves, 4 - 6" across. Broad, crisp, and bolt resistant. Ideal for baby leaf production.

2151 Super Red Romaine 40 Long (10 - 12") spoon-shaped leaves start green and turn to a beautiful intense red color.

2148 Valmaine 56 Very flavorful romaine with thick emerald green leaves. The tall, picture perfect plants are ready at 11 - 12" and support the erect, upright heads. Very heat tolerant. Highly resistant to downy mildew.

2154 Rouge D'Hiver 62 This beautiful European heirloom has large, flat broad leaves that vary in color from green to bronze to deep red.Quick growing, very heat resistant if kept sufficiently watered.

2150 Parris Island COS 68 Attractive uniform heads are large, growing about 10 inches tall, with deep green outer leaves protecting the creamy white heart. Especially noted for its crisp leaves and sweet flavor.

2145 Dark Green COS 70 Medium-large self-closing and self-blanching type. Leaves are large, dark green , and lightly crumpled. Plantsare upright, 8 - 10" and finely savoyed. Very tender and sweet.

2153 Red Romaine 70 This gourmet variety is a useful and colorful tart addition to any salad. Color varies from green to deep red to bronze. Dark color develops best in cool weather

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Variety Relative Days Characteristics

2160 Little Gem 45 This refined dark Boston type with midget 5" heads can be served whole. Tightly wrapped, bright green leaves with a pale yellow heart. Has superb flavor, crunchy and sweet. Heat tolerant.

2157 Michelle 50 Red Batavian type. Very dark green during summer heat, showing more red color in cooler temps of spring and fall. Excellent bolt resistance and tip burn tolerance.

2164 Tom Thumb 50 - 70 Miniature Butterhead, tennis ball size with a creamy-yellow center. Medium green, slightly crumpled leaves; small compact plants used “whole” for salads.

2155 Bibb 55 Loosely folded 3½" heads have dark-green, thick, smooth brown-tinged leaves. The inside blanches golden-yellow. Does best if planted early as it tends to bolt in hot weather. Less tip burn than most butterheads. Black seeded.

2162 Esmeralda 55 Uniformly maturing butterhead that produces a large framed, firm head. Good bright green color and great weight potential. Leaves are smooth, round and tender. Excellent tip burn tolerance and slow bolting.

2166 Winter Destiny 55 Large dark green curled leaves form upright 8-10" heads. Sweet, crisp, and succulent. Cold tolerant and slow to bolt.

2158 Buttercrunch 64 Popular for home and market gardens. Produces fairly firm heads with medium-dark green outer leaves and a light-green interior. Leaves are fairly delicate and slightly more crumpled.

2165 Summer Bibb 65 Better adapted to heat, slow bolting variety. Medium green, medium rosette heads with deep waxy leaves. Firminterior, vigorous stands 2 to 3 weeks longer than original Bibb.

2161 Dark Green Boston 70 Popular for home and market gardens. Produces fairly firm heads with medium-dark green outer leaves and a light-green interior. Leaves are fairly delicate and slightly more crumpled.

Lettuce - Iceberg / Crisphead types — Listed by Maturity

Variety Relative CharacteristicsDays

2103 Summertime 62 - 82 This sure heading variety is Ithaca crossedwith Salinas. Compact plant habit with solid\heads of good flavor, never bitter. Very slowbolting in hot weather. Excellent for home gardens.

2101 Ithaca 75 An improved Iceberg. Developed for muck orupland. Medium dark-green, nearly round (5")and well wrapped. TB and BR resistant.

Lettuce - Mache (Corn Salad)

Variety Relative Days Characteristics

2170 Vit 50 Ideal winter salad item. Versatile, vigorous and mildew-resistant. Long oval, glossy green leaves form tight rosettes. Mild, slightly nutty flavor.

Lettuce - Bibb, Boston, Butterhead types — Listed by Maturity

2160 Little Gem 2157 Michelle 2162 Esmeralda 2158 Buttercrunch

2103 Summertime 2101 Ithaca

2170 Vit - Mache

Mache (Corn Salad) —Mache, also called lamb's lettuce, has been cultivated in France since the 17th century. Leaves are tiny, and dark green with a sweet, nutty flavor. The leaves grow very low to the ground and can't be mechanically harvested. Mache is a sweeter, gentler kind of lettuce than often found in mesclun mixes.

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Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @

Looseleaf2142 Amish Deer Tongue

2105 Black Seeded Simpson

2108 Bon Vivant Blend

2113 Grand Rapids TBR

2119 Green Ice

2120 Lollo Rossa Dark 1/2 oz. 5.50

2125 New Red Fire 1/2 oz. 23.00

2127 Oakleaf

2129 Prizehead

2132 Red Sails

2133 Red Velvet

2136 Royal Oakleaf

2137 Ruby

2138 Salad Bowl, Green

2139 Salad Bowl, Red

2140 Simpson Elite

2143 Tango

2144 Waldmann's Green

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @

Cos, Romaine2145 Dark Green COS 2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

2150 Parris Island COS 2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

2153 Red Romaine 2.75 10.00 25.00 24.00

2154 Rouge D'Hiver 2.75 9.50 24.00 23.00

2151 Super Red Romaine 4.25 11.00 28.00 27.00

2148 Valmaine 2.75 9.50 24.00 23.00

2149 Vivian 8.50 21.50 55.00 53.00

Bibb, Boston, Butterhead2155 Bibb 2.75 6.50 16.00 15.50

2158 Buttercrunch 2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

2161 Dark Green Boston 2.75 6.50 16.00 15.50

2162 Esmeralda 6.95 20.00 50.00 49.00

2160 Little Gem 2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

2157 Michelle 1/2 oz. 5.50 8.50 21.50 55.00 53.00

2165 Summer Bibb 3.35 8.50 21.00 20.00

2164 Tom Thumb 3.50 9.25 23.00 22.00

2166 Winter Destiny 4.25 11.00 28.00 27.00

Iceberg / Crisphead2101 Ithaca 6.75 17.50 45.00 44.00

2103 Summertime 9.95 25.25 63.00 61.00

Mache (Corn Salad)Variety 1,000 10,000 50,000 250,000

Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

2170 Vit 2.75 0.75 0.65 0.48

Lettuce— Is hardy and best grown in cool weather (60° F to 65° F).Sow every 3 weeks for a continuous supply.

@ Price Per Pound @ Price Per Pound

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

Melons - Hybrid Cantaloupe — Listed by Maturity

Lettuce

2246 Goddess F1 2215 Cleopatra F1 2220 Cresent Moon 2223 Dutchess F1

MELONS

Relative Size Variety Days (lbs.) Netting / Sutures Flesh Color Disease Characteristics

2246 Goddess F1 68 4 - 6 Medium Net / Orange PM, Fom One of the fastest, best looking and highest quality earlySlight Sutures melons on the market today. Eastern type with excellent

quality, size and yield for the season.

2243 Fastbreak F1 69 4 - 5 Coarse Net / Orange PM, Fom Outstanding appearance and superior flavor. Vines are medium-Slight Sutures sized and produce excellent yields of round fruits with attractive

netting and excellent interior color.

2215 Cleopatra F1 70 4 - 6 Heavy Net / Orange PM, Fom Excellent quality and size. Great taste and texture. Excellent subSlight Sutures for Saticoy.Deep Sutures

8.75 22.00 55.00 53.00

2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

8.00 20.00 50.00 49.00

2.75 6.50 16.00 15.50

9.50 24.00 60.00 57.00

8.50 21.50 55.00 53.00

36.00 90.00 225.00 220.00

2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

11.00 27.25 68.00 66.00

11.00 26.00 65.00 64.00

4.80 12.00 30.00 29.00

3.35 5.25 21.00 20.00

2.90 7.25 20.00 19.00

3.25 8.25 21.00 20.00

12.60 34.00 85.00 83.00

4.50 11.35 29.00 28.00

2.75 6.75 17.00 16.50

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Relative Size Variety Days (lbs.) Netting / Sutures Flesh Color Disease Characteristics

2207 Avatar F1 72 7 - 9 Refined Net / Orange PM, Fom Produces excellent yields of quality.Slight Sutures

2288 Sugar Bowl F1 72 3½ - 4½ Medium Net/ Bright Orange PM, Fom Sweet and flavorful. High yielding with good holding ability.Slight Green Sutures

2200 Aphrodite F1 73 6 - 8 Heavy Net / Orange PM, Fom Large fruits. Slightly earlier maturity and larger than Athena Slight Sutures with an improved fruit net.

2220 Crescent Moon F1 73 5 - 7 Coarse Net / Medium Orange PM Early maturing with good flavor and crack resistance.Deep Sutures

2281 Rockstar F1 73 5 - 7 Medium Net / Orange PM, Fom An early eastern shipper with outstanding eating quality and Slight Sutures the disease tolerance needed to produce high yields and great

holding ability. Flesh is firm and produces high sugar levels.

2223 Duchess F1 75 5 - 6 Heavy Net / Orange PM Perfect shipping size with great holding ability and very high Slight Sutures sugar (14%). A good replacement for Eclipse. Compare to Athena.

2296 Verona F1 75 5 - 7+ Medium Net / Orange PM, Fom A perfect addition to anyone needing a replacement for Vienna.Slight Sutures Ideal for roadside stands or farm markets. High yields and

outstanding flavor with sweet, high brix of 13.

2264 Little Lope F1 76 2 Medium Net / Dark Orange PM, Fom Just the right size! A “personal size” cantaloupe with darkModerate Sutures orange flesh and the flavor is excellent.

2292 Solstice F1 76 6 - 8 Heavy Net / Orange PM, Fom High yielding melon, similar to the old Iroquois type. Brix of 12%.Deep Sutures Compare to Superstar.

2274 Orange Star F1 78 4½ - 5 Medium Net / Deep Orange PM Big Eastern melon with a small seed cavity. Very good eating Slight Sutures quality. Not recommended for shipping. Very good for fresh

market / roadside.

2201 Athena F1 79 5 - 7 Refined Net / Medium Orange PM, Fom Saticoy type muskmelon has very firm flesh, small seed cavity,Slight Sutures and excellent eating quality. Good shelf life and excellent

shipper. Vigorous plant tolerates stress. Fruit resists cracking even when moisture levels fluctuate.

2273 Odyssey F1 80 5 - 7 Coarse Net / Deep Orange PM, Fom A high quality hybrid with high sugar, excellent holding ability andSlight Sutures shipping capabilities.Can be shipped if harvested at half slip.

2248 Hannah's Choice F1 81 3 - 5 Coarse Net / Deep Orange DM, PM, Fom, One of the best tasting melons on the market. Offers growers Deep Sutures PRSV, WMV both quality and quantity. High Brix of 14%. Developed by

Cornell University for amazing disease resistance.

2265 Lilliput F1 81 2 - 3 Course Net / No Sutures Dark Orange Fom, PM Personal-size melon with excellent "melon" taste. Highly productive.

2293 Sugar Cube F1 81 2 Medium Net / Deep Orange PM, Fom, Though small in size, it is big on taste and has superb eating No Sutures PRSV, WMV quality. It will also hold up well after harvest in cool storage.

2206 Atlantis F1 82 6 - 8 Medium Net / Deep Orange PM, Fom Widely adaptive and uniform. Nice eating quality withSlight Sutures wonderful “melon” flavor. High sugars holds sweetness well.

Firm flesh for shipping.

2213 Burpee Hybrid F1 82 4 - 5 Heavy Net / Deep Orange PM Powerdery Mildew resistant version of the classic BurpeeSlight Sutures Hybrid. High yielding. Can be harvested at half slip.

2278 Orange Sherbet F1 83 5 - 8 Dense Net / Bright Orange PM, Fom Combines the best of Tuscan and Eastern shipper type melons. Slight Sutures The firm flesh ships well. Boasts a flavorful sweet taste and

small seed cavity.

2204 Ambrosia F1 86 4½ - 5 Heavy Net / Peach PM Luscious, extra-sweet, juicy melons with unique distinctiveNo Sutures flavor. Extremely thick, firm flesh with a small seed cavity.

High-yielding. Not recommended for shipping.

2272 Minerva F1 86 6 - 8 Coarse Net / Medium Orange PM, Fom Eastern-type melon, fruit is typically oval in shape to slightly “lobey.” Slight Sutures This variety has been shown to have a strong,vigorous plant.

2295 Superstar F1 86 6 - 8 Coarse Net / Salmon Fom A heavy yielder. Flesh is thick and smooth with excellent flavor.Deep Sutures A great choice for the roadside market.

2244 Gold Star F1 87 3 - 4 Coarse Net / Salmon Fom Known for its excellent flavor, eating quality and high yield potential.Deep Sutures

Melons - Hybrid Cantaloupe (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

2281 Rockstar F1 2296 Verona F1 2248 Hannah's Choice F1 2206 Atlantis F1

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Melons - Open Pollinated Cantaloupe — Listed by Maturity

Relative Size FleshVariety Days (lbs.) Netting / Sutures Color Disease Characteristics

2266 Honeyrock 74 - 88 3 - 4 Medium Net / Medium Sutures Salmon — Incredibly sweet. Perfect for backyard home gardens.

2225 Delicious 51 80 2 - 3 Coarse Net /Slight Sutures Orange PM, Fom Great disease resistance for an OP. Thin skin better for homegarden and roadside market.

2270 Iroquois 85 6 - 7 Medium Net / Slight Sutures Deep Orange — Sweet and productive.

2257 Hales Best Jumbo 86 4 - 5 Coarse Net / Slight Sutures Orange — Firm flesh, good flavor and drought resistant.

2258 Hales Best 45 PMR 86 4 Coarse Net / Slight Sutures Orange PM Can be picked at full slip and shipped across the country.Improves a few days after picked.

Melons – Mixed / Specialty — Listed by Maturity

Hybrid Mixed / Specialty

Relative Size Shape Netting / Rind Flesh Variety Days (lbs.) Sutures Color Color Disease Characteristics

2211 Diplomat F1 71 5 - 6 Globe Sparse Net / Tan Green PM Flesh is thick, aromatic, and sweet with a small No Sutures seed cavity.

2250 French Orange F1 75 2 - 2½ 4½" Round Sparse Net / Creamy Yellow PM, Fom Sturdy fruits boast succulent, juicy, and veryNo Sutures Deep Orange rich flesh. Skin offers great crack resistance

to the fruit as it ripens.

2262 Hi Brix F1 75 5 - 6 6 x 10" Oval Wrinkled Yellow White PM, Fom A very early, sweet Canary with a small seedcavity and firm flesh. Very high sugar content.

2286 Passport F1 75 5 - 6 6 x 7" Sparse Net / Tan Green Superb flavor and high quality. For market or Round / Oval Slight Sutures home garden.

2287 San Juan 78 4½ 8½ - 5½" Heavy Net Tan Ivory PM, Fom Wonderfully aromatic, pear-like, sweet flavor withOval beautiful ivory-colored flesh.

2229 Earli-Dew F1 80 2½ - 3½ 5½" Round Smooth Green Lime-Green Fom Early Honeydew. Fruit slips easily from vinewhen mature for easy harvest

2208 Burpee Early Hybrid 81 9 - 13 7 - 10" Oval Smooth Yellow-Green Peach-Pink Vigorous vines produce bumper crops. Firm and Crenshaw F1 thick fruit has delicious, subtle flavor. Wide

adaptability.

2252 Galia Max F1 82 4½ - 5 8½ - 5½" Dense Net / Tan Light Green PM, Fom Flesh is very thick and suitable for cube cutting. Oval No Sutures Plant has a strong vine and is very productive.

2263 Honey Brew F1 90 4 - 5 6 x 8" Smooth Pale Green Lime-Green PM, DM, Fom Proven high yields, good flavor and a strong rind.Oval It also has uniform fruit size with better shipping

ability than O.P.’s and many other hybrids.

Open Pollinated

2289 Sakata’s Sweet 85 4 - 5 Oval Smooth White White Flesh is very sweet and crisp.

2211 Diplomat F1 2250 French Orange F1 2262 HighBrix F12208 Burpee Early Hybrid

Crenshaw F1

Honeydew Melons —Melons are cousins of the gourds, but they are known for exceptional sweetness. Records of the use of these melons date back to 2400 B.C.Information about their use was obtained from ancient Egyptian tombs. The Romans are know to have cultivated these melons.

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Melons

100 500 1,000 5,000 15,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

Hybrid Cantaloupe2204 Ambrosia F1

2200 Aphrodite F1

2201 Athena F1

2206 Atlantis F1

2207 Avatar F1

2213 Burpee Hybrid F1

2220 Crescent Moon F1

2223 Duchess F1

2243 Fastbreak F1

2246 Goddess F1

2244 Gold Star F1

2248 Hannah's Choice F1

2265 Lilliput F1

2264 Little Lope F1

2272 Minerva F1

2273 Odyssey F1

2278 Orange Sherbet F1

2274 Orange Star F1

2281 Rockstar F1

2215 Cleopatra F1

2292 Solstice F1

2288 Sugar Bowl F1

2293 Sugar Cube F1

2295 Superstar F1

2296 Verona F1

Variety 100 500 1,000 5,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

Hybrid Mixed / Specialty2208 Burpee Early F1

Hybrid Crenshaw

2211 Diplomat F1

2229 Earli-Dew F1

2250 French Orange F1

2252 Galia Max F1

2262 Hi Brix F1

2263 Honey Brew F1

2286 Passport F1

2287 San Juan F1

Open Pollinated CantaloupeVariety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @

2225 Delicious 51 2.75 7.00 18.00 17.50

2258 Hales Best 45 PMR 3.00 7.50 19.00 18.50

2257 Hales Best Jumbo 2.90 7.25 18.00 17.50

2266 Honeyrock 3.35 8.40 21.00 20.50

2270 Iroquois 2.75 7.00 18.00 17.50

2289 Sakata's Sweet 6.75 17.50 45.00 —

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

2305 Savanna F1 35 Early maturing with excellent vigor. Broadleaf tender green type that bolts much slower than open pollinated varieties. Large, erect plants with round, deep green leaves stand well in the field. Regrows well after cutting.

2315 Old Fashioned 40 Bright green and frilled. Quick growing and delicious.

2308 Red Giant 40 Dark purplish red with large leaves and nice mustard pungency. Suitable for use as an ornamental edible for home garden and colored salad material for restaurant use or as garnish.

2310 Tendergreen 42 This dark green, oblong, broad, semi-toothed leaf with light green center ribs is tolerant to drought and heat. A tall plant (10 inches) semi-erect and slow bolting is used for early processing. It combines the flavor of mustard and spinach.

2303 Green Wave 45 Deep rich dark green color. Deeply frilled and finely cut leaves. Large upright plant.

2316 Osaka 45 Broad-leafed mustard with reddish leaves. Cold tolerate but grows fast in warm weather.

2309 Red Streaked Mizuna 20 Baby Green mustard ideal for harvest at a baby leaf stage when it has its best dark red color. Leaves are deeply serrated and45 Mature produce their best color during periods of cool growing temperatures.

2301 Florida Broadleaf 50 Slow bolting, large, erect plant. Leaves are light green, broad, oval, smooth, and slightly serrated, with creamy midribs.For processing, fresh market and home garden.

2320 Southern Giant Curled 50 Long standing with mild flavor and slow to bolt. Large bright green leaves with crumpled frilled edges.

2304 Mizuna 60 A non-pungent mustard with tender, narrow stems and deeply cut, fringed leaves.

MUSTARD - MIXED / SPECIALTY — Listed by Maturity

115

115

115

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

2305 Savannah F1 2308 Red Giant 2303 GreenWave 2301 Florida Broadleaf

Documents Required: Items labeled with this symbol requirecertain waivers or forms to be completed before theproduct can be shipped. The number indicates the page(s)in the catalog where those documents can be found.

15.00 48.75 75.00 71.25 67.75

12.00 39.00 60.00 57.00 54.25

12.60 40.95 63.00 59.85 57.00

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

10.60 34.45 53.00 50.35 47.85

13.60 44.20 68.00 64.60 61.50

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

11.00 35.75 55.00 52.25 49.75

12.00 39.00 — — —

12.00 39.00 60.00 57.00 54.15

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

12.20 39.65 61.00 57.95 55.00

14.40 46.80 72.00 68.40 65.00

12.00 39.00 60.00 57.00 54.15

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

12.00 39.00 60.00 57.00 54.15

10.40 33.80 52.00 49.40 47.00

12.00 39.00 60.00 57.00 54.15

10.00 32.50 50.00 47.50 45.15

12.20 39.65 61.00 57.95 55.00

9.60 31.20 48.00 45.60 43.35

11.20 36.40 56.00 53.20 50.50

12.00 39.00 60.00 54.75 52.00

8.00 26.00 40.00 39.00 37.00

16.00 52.00 80.00 78.00 75.00

28.00 90.00 140.00 135.00 —

8.00 26.00 40.00 38.00 36.00

14.00 — — — —

8.50 27.95 43.00 41.00 38.75

9.25 29.90 46.00 43.75 41.50

9.00 29.25 45.00 42.75 40.50

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Relative Variety Days Characteristics

2523 Jambalaya F1 48 - 50 Hybrid: Compact plant with small leaves. Produces high yields of very uniform shiny, dark greed pods.

2505 Cajun Delight F1 49 Hybrid: Pods are dark and attractive. They stay tender longer with less fiber build-up in the larger pods. Very high yielding.Five-sided pods often (3½" to 4" in length) may be harvested till frost.

2525 Red Burgundy 49 - 60 Attractive 4 - 5 foot plants with green leaves and burgundy stems, branches and leaf ribs. Tender 6 - 8 inch burgundy pods makes this good yielder an attractive addition to your garden.

2501 Annie Oakley II F1 52 Hybrid: Very early maturing with angular tender pods that are medium-green in color. Short internodes, plants arerobustly vigorous. Consistently produces double the yield of popular open-pollinated varieties.

2522 Jade 55 Plants average 4½ feet tall, straight dark-green pods stay tender to 6 inches. High yields. Recommended for home gardens and farmer’s market.

2515 Cow Horn 55 - 60 Plants grow 6 to 7 feet tall. Pods are medium-green, ribbed and spined, 10 -12" in length. For home garden and fresh market.

2510 Clemson Spineless 56 Dark green, slightly grooved, straight, pointed pods are 7 - 9" long and entirely spineless. Uniform, heavy yielding. 4’ plants.

2520 Emerald 56 An high yielding and early maturing variety for the North. Pods are good size, dark green, round instead of ribbed, fleshy and tender.

2521 Hill Country Red 70 This TEXAS HEIRLOOM has very colorful red and green, 4’ plants. The abundant 3" green pods have reddish tips and ribsand great flavor. Drought tolerant, best when picked small. Perfect for pickling.

Mustard - Mixed / Specialty

Variety ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @ 25 lbs. @

2301 Florida Broadleaf 5.50 14.00 13.75 13.25

2303 Green Wave 6.25 16.00 15.75 15.25

2304 Mizuna 8.25 21.00 20.75 20.25

2315 Old Fashioned 5.50 14.00 13.75 13.25

2316 Osaka 8.50 22.00 21.00 20.00

2308 Red Giant 8.25 21.00 20.75 20.25

2309 Red Streaked Mizuna 8.25 21.00 20.75 20.25

2305 Savanna F1 27.25 70.00 68.50 66.50

2320 Southern Giant 5.50 14.00 13.75 13.25Curled

2310 Tendergreen 7.00 18.00 17.75 17.25

Okra

Variety 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

2523 Jambalaya F1 14.25 22.00 20.95 19.00

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @

2501 Annie Oakley II F1 31.25 79.95 205.00 —

2505 Cajun Delight F1 30.25 77.25 198.00 —

2510 Clemson Spineless — 3.50 9.60 8.75

2515 Cow Horn — 4.75 12.00 11.50

2520 Emerald — 3.90 10.00 9.75

2521 Hill Country Red — 5.50 14.00 13.50

2522 Jade — 5.50 14.00 13.50

2525 Red Burgundy — 3.90 10.00 9.75

OKRA — Listed by Maturity

2320 Southern Giant Curled

2510 Clemson Spineless 2521 Hill Country Red

@ Price Per Pound

@ Price Per Pound

Price Per Seed Count

2523 Jambalaya F1 2505 Cajun Delight 2525 Red Burgundy 2501 AnnieOakley II

Mustard – Mixed / Specialty — Listed by Maturity

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Bulb Onions — Listed by Maturity

Relative Skin Bulb Variety Days Color Shape Characteristics

2404 Borettana (Cipollini) 60 Bronze Flattened Treasured heirlooms from Italy are about 2" in diameter and 1" thick. They have firm,Sphere fine-grained flesh, well developed flavor, and satiny skins. They are long day onions with

excellent keeping quality.

2407 Cipollini Red 60 Red Flattened Small flat onions encased in a papery, bright red skin. Their sharp flavor becomes sweeterSphere when sautéed or roasted. A bit sweeter than the more common yellow variety.

2400 Candy F1 95 Golden Globe Highly adaptable. It has a unique, sweet and mild flavor. Produces jumbo to colossal size bulbs with large, thick rings and mostly single centers. The bulbs have small necks and a golden brown exterior and beautiful flesh.

2465 Red Burgundy 95 - 165 Dark Red Flattened Short day type that are 3 - 4" in diameter. Soft white flesh with red rings. Very mild and Globe sweet. Short storage, may be picked young for bunching.

2472 Sierra Blanca 100 White Globe Super Star Renamed: Earlier, larger and more flavorful than most long or short-day types.(Superstar) F1 Flesh is thick with sweet and mild rings. Resistant to pink root and is bolt tolerant.

Intermediate type, not for storage.

2410 Walla Walla Sweet 100 - 300 Light Brown Globe Famous for their sweet and mild flavor. Cold hardy. Not for storage.

2401 Copra F1 107 Ivory Globe Bulbs are medium-size with dark yellow skin and thin necks that dry quickly. Flesh hashigh sugar content and moderate pungency. The onions remain firm long term without losing their excellent flavor. Fusarium tolerant.

2462 Mercury F1 108 Red Flattened Gorgeous, large globed onion with crimson skin and rings and pearly white flesh. Globe High yielding. The extra firm bulbs store for months

2408 Ailsa Craig Exhibition 110 Yellow Globe Produces huge Spanish types in areas with shorter, cooler growing seasons. Bulbs average 2 lbs. but can reach 5 lbs. for September harvest from transplants. Straw-colored yellow skin with sweet firm flesh.

2468 Seminis 4643 F1 110 Red Globe Matures to large size and feature beautiful red internal and external color. Stores very well for a red variety.

2402 Cannonball F1 125 Yellow Globe High yield potential of excellent quality large bulbs with good holding ability. Bulbs havemedium-dark skin, tight necks and are very firm.

2480 White Sweet Spanish Utah 130 White Globe Widely adapted with bright skin and mild flesh. May be harvested early as scallions.

2415 Yellow Sweet Spanish Utah 130 Golden Globe Produces large bulbs with great, long lasting, flavor..

ONIONS — Listed by Maturity

2407 Cipollini Red2468 Seminis 4643 F1 2400 Candy

2467 Sierra Blanca2465 Red Burgundy 2408 Ailsa Craig

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Bunching Onions — Listed by Maturity

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

2417 Evergreen Bunching 60 Common bulbless small bunching onion. Produces white stalks.

2455 Ishikura Improved 66 Similar to Tokyo Long White but has improved long distance shipping qualities. Upright stiff tops are pale blue-green andcan grow to 2½ feet tall. Single stems with little or no bulb. Excellent for spring or late summer harvests.

2473 Tokyo Long White 68 Extremely popular Japanese variety. Produces small white stalks and long blue-green tops.

2463 Pearl Drop 68 WHITE MINI ONION FOR BUNCHING: The small, snow-white bulbs are round to slightly flattened, with nice tops for bunching. Approximately 1 – 1½", slightly larger than a regular pearl onion. Pearl Drop needs to be sown more thicklyto keep the bulb and neck size small.

2470 Southport White Globe 110 Produces a medium pungent long white shank with deep bluish-green tops. Long-day produces medium-size globewith firm pungent flesh.

Onions

1,000 5,000 25,000 100,000 Variety Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

Bulb2408 Ailsa Craig Exhibition 3.85 3.35 3.05 2.50

2400 Candy F1 4.15 3.70 3.40 2.85

2402 Cannonball F1 4.50 3.75 3.50 3.00

2401 Copra F1 4.25 3.75 3.25 2.75

2462 Mercury F1 5.90 5.40 5.10 4.50

2468 Seminis 4643 F1 6.10 5.60 5.30 4.70

2472 Sierra Blanca 4.60 4.10 3.80 3.50(Superstar) F1

Variety ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

Bulb2404 Borettana (Cipollini) 7.75 11.75 31.50 85.00

2407 Cipollini Red 9.50 14.50 37.00 95.00

2465 Red Burgundy — 6.75 17.50 45.00

2410 Walla Walla Sweet 7.65 11.75 31.50 85.00

2480 White Sweet — 5.85 15.75 43.00Spanish Utah

2415 Yellow Sweet — 5.75 15.50 42.00Spanish Utah

Bunching2417 Evergreen Bunching — 6.00 15.50 40.00

2455 Ishikura Improved — 6.00 15.50 40.00

2473 Tokyo Long White — 5.85 15.75 43.00

2463 Pearl Drop 7.75 12.00 30.75 79.00

2470 Southport White Globe — 5.75 15.50 42.00

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

2473 Tokyo Long White2417 Evergreen Bunching 2463 Pearl Drop

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PARSNIPS — Listed by Maturity

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

2601 Forest Green 76 Strong vigorous plant grows erect. The stems are long and attractive forbunching. The leaves are heavily curled and dark green. Maintains its color well and tends to show less yellowing than other varieties undermultiple-harvest conditions.

2610 Hamburg Rooted 90 Forms an edible root resembling a slender parsnip: more dwarf plant habit than Dark Green Italian. Requires deep, well-prepared soil for good root growth.

2620 Italian Plain 75 Also called “Celery Leaf” parsley, Italian plain leaf is vigorous growingand erect with flat, glossy dark green leaves. Pleasant, aromatic flavor.

2625 Overwinter Plain 77 Produces flat, moderately cut, glossy dark green leaves. Winter hardy andwell suited for overwinter production.

2630 Paramount 85 This triple curled variety has tightly and uniformly curled leaves with a very rich dark green color. Adapts well in most growing areas.

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @

3.25 7.75 21.00 20.00

3.50 8.75 24.00 23.00

3.25 7.75 21.00 20.00

5.25 11.75 30.00 28.00

3.35 8.25 22.00 21.00

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

2705 All American 95 Roots are tapered, 10 - 12" long x 3" in diameter. Hollow crown, whiteskin, white, fine-textured flesh with a small core. Free from side rootsand fiber. Attains thickness fairly early. High sugar and excellent quality.

2701 Harris Model 100 Excellent for packaging and busheling. Snow white roots have goodlength, and outstanding smoothness, with a minimum of side roots.

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. @

3.00 6.00 16.00 15.00

2.75 5.50 15.00 14.00

2705 All American 2701 Harris Model

Parsnips — are one of the hardiest crops. They do not develop their sweet, nutty flavoruntil after enduring frosts and cold weatherin fall (can be overwintered and harvestedas soon as soil thaws in spring).

Most of the flavor compounds in the parsnipare found under the skin, this is why manyrecipes call for parsnips not to be pealed.

@ Price Per Pound

2620 Italian Plain 2601 Forest Green 2625 Overwinter Plain

PARSLEY — Listed by Maturity

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Relative Pod Peas per Variety Days Length Pod Disease Vine Characteristics

2803 Dakota 57 6 - 7" 8 - 9 F, PM 22" Developed specifically for canning or freezing. Dakota’s earlyconcentrated pod set can beat the summer heat.

2808 Early Freezer 680 58 4" 7 - 8 F 22 - 26" This double podded variety delivers high yields of high quality peas for serving fresh as well as freezing.

2842 Mr. Big 59 5" 8 - 10 F, PM 24 - 36" Pods are so large that shelling them is a breeze. Retains color and sweet flavor for an extended time. High percentage double pod set.

2835 Little Marvel 60 3½" 7 - 8 CW 18" The plants are compact, productive, and hardy. Small pods whosepeas stay tender and sweet even when fully ripe.

2827 Knight 61 3½ - 4" 8 BYM, CW, 24" High yields of bright green pods produced on a vigorous, large-leafedPEMV, PM plant that does not require trellising.

2841 Maestro 61 4" 8 - 10 BYM, CW, 16" This seed is grown in Idaho from the original Rogers strain ofPEMV, PM Maestro. Extremely high yielding, with a high number of double pods.

2820 Freezonian 62 3½" 6 - 7 CW 35" Vigorous vines produce high sugar peas great for freezing.

2853 Olympia 62 4½" 9 BYM, PEMV, PM 18" Produces excellent yields from a high percentage of double pods in a concentrated set. Peas have great flavor and tenderness.

2867 Progress No. 9 62 4½" 7 15" Dwarf plant produces high yields of dark green sweet peas.

2813 Early Frosty 64 3½" 6 CW 28" Produces outstanding yields of sweet, dark green peas. Strong vinesproduce many double pods concentrated near the top of the plant for easy picking. Widely adapted.

2850 Novella II (Destiny) 65 3½" 7 PEMV, PM 24" A semi-leafless freezer pea with a thicker, stiffer stem. Vines intertwine and form their own trellis, making it possible to grow in narrow beds. Peas are very sweet with dark green, uniform color.

2873 Sabre 65 3½" 7 - 8 CW, F, PM 20 - 24" A normal vine type (20 - 24”) with long pods (3½”) that are pointed. The dark green berries are wrinkled and produce wonderful yields forfreezing, canning, or fresh product. Resistance to Fusarium wilt1,Fusarium root rot and Powdery mildew.

2898 Wando 65 3 - 3½" 7 - 9 24 - 30" Bred for late sowing because of its heat resistance. Also pollinates well under cold conditions. High yielding.

2828 Legacy 67 3½" 7 - 8 F, PEMV, PM 24 - 26" A remarkably productive variety for the frozen or canning industry, with it’s enormous yields of refined green berries.

2829 Lincoln 67 3½" 7 - 8 CW 28" Good heat tolerance, Long-time favorite for home gardeners.

2824 Green Arrow 68 4 - 5" 8 - 11 F, PM 24 - 28" Large bright green pods produce strong yields of deep green peas.

2801 Bolero 69 3" 7 - 9 28" Peas are blunt, dark green. Many double. Excellent for freezing, canningor fresh.

PEAS

Shelling Peas — Listed by Maturity

2808 Early Freezer 680 2842 Mr. Big 2835 Little Marvel 2827 Knight

Disease Reaction CodesBYM Bean Yellow Mosaic

CW: Common Wilt

F: Fusarium Wilt

PEMV: Pea Enation Mosaic Virus

PM: Powdery Mildew

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Peas —Early archeologists have found peas in cave dwellings dating back to 9750 B.C.Studies suggest the early peas were probably peeled and roasted over a fire.

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Relative Pod Variety Days Length Disease Vine Characteristics

2805 Dwarf White Sugar (Treated) 50 2½" 20" Vigorous vines bear sweet stringless pods. Produces abundantly until hot 2807 Dwarf White Sugar (Untreated) weather.

2810 Dwarf Gray Sugar (Treated) 57 3" F 30" A old snow pea variety prized for its red blossoms and subtly reddish-tinted 2811 Dwarf Gray Sugar (Untreated) stems and leaves. Great for garnishes and in salad mixes.

2862 Mammoth Melting Sugar 65 5" CW 54" Vines should be trellised. Pods are thick and stringless and can be used like snap beans. High yielding, early and uniform. Creamy white seed. Likes cool weather.

2857 Oregon Sugar Pod II 68 4" CW, PEMV, PM 30" Oriental-type variety with tender, bright green pods. Smooth pods are high quality with a sweet, mild flavor and crunchy texture. Vines need no support.

2856 Oregon Giant 69 5" F, PEMV, PM 30" Medium green, flat pods with delicious sweet flavor. White flowered vinescan be grown without support.

Peas — planted in cold soil (40° F) are slow to germinate. Later plantings made when the soil is warmer (60 F or more) often catch up quickly with earlierplantings. Too much nitrogen will result in lush foliage but poor flowering and fruiting.

Shelling Peas (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

2805 & 2807 Dwarf White 2810 & 2811 Dwarf Gray 2857 Oregon Sugar Pod II 2856 Oregon Giant

Edible Pod Peas - Snow — Listed by Maturity

2867 Progress No. 9 2873 Sabre 2804 Dual 2897 Utrillo

Relative Pod Peas per Variety Days Length Pod Disease Vine Characteristics

2800 Alderman 70 - 78 5" 8 - 10 60 - 72" Large, dark green, vigorous, and indeterminate vines climb and need (Tall Telephone) support. Produces high yields of dark green peas.

2804 Dual 71 4" 10 - 14 30" A full season variety. Almost all double pods. Sweet flavor - excellent forfreezing. Pure Strain.

2897 Utrillo PVP 71 5" 8 - 10 F 30" Large podded fall harvest type tolerates heat well. Pods are well filled with sweet dark green peas. Vines can be trellised or grown in rows.

2870 Rondo 74 4 - 5" 10 F 24 - 30" An excellent, high quality, double podded variety. Regular picking will improve cropping. Produces rich green, straight, long pods. Suitable for freezing.

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Relative PodVariety Days Length Vine Disease Characteristics

2881 Cascadia 58 3" 30" CW, PEMV Erect, compact bush habit. Pods are sweet, thick walled, parchment free, and nonmealy.

2883 Sugar Ann (Treated) 59 2½ - 3" 18" F Sweet crisp pods mature earlier than Sugar Snap. The vines do not need support. 2884 Sugar Ann (Untreated)

2887 Sugar Daddy PVP 62 3" 30" PM Dwarf vines need little support. Pods are stringless and thick fleshed. Double pods at each node at top of plant for easy picking. Full season, three pickings, heavy yields.

2893 Sugar Sprint 62 3" 26" PEMV, PM Its stringless pods are quick to prepare and very sweet to eat. Grow on short stakes or right on the ground.

2892 Super Sugar Snap PVP 66 3" 55 - 65" PM Similar to Sugar Snap with earlier maturity and disease resistance.

2889 Sugar Lace II 69 3½" 30" PEMV, PM This stringless variety is semi-leafless and self-supporting. Sets heavy yields of tender, rich green pods. Well adapted for all markets.

2891 Sugar Snap 70 3" 72" F The thick, round, and meaty pods develop 5 - 7 medium green peas. Can develop stringsat full maturity. Vines need support. Frost resistant and freezes well.

2883 & 2884 Sugar Ann 2892 Super Sugar Snap 2889 Sugar Lace II 2891 Sugar Snap

Edible Pod Peas - Snap — Listed by Maturity

Peas

1 lb. 5 - 24 25 - 49 5 0 +Variety lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

Shelling2800 Alderman 3.95 2.70 2.50 2.30

(Tall Telephone)

2801 Bolero 4.40 3.15 2.95 2.75

2803 Dakota 4.35 3.10 2.90 2.70

2804 Dual 3.55 2.30 2.10 1.90

2808 Early Freezer 680 4.25 3.00 2.80 2.60

2813 Early Frosty 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20

2820 Freezonian 4.15 2.90 2.70 2.50

2824 Green Arrow 4.05 2.80 2.60 2.40

2827 Knight 4.05 2.80 2.60 2.40

2828 Legacy 4.35 3.10 2.90 2.70

2829 Lincoln 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20

2835 Little Marvel 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20

2841 Maestro 4.25 3.00 2.80 2.60

2842 Mr. Big 5.35 4.10 3.90 3.70

2850 Novella II (Destiny) 4.20 2.95 2.75 2.55

2853 Olympia 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20

2867 Progress No. 9 3.95 2.70 2.50 2.30

2870 Rondo 4.40 3.15 2.95 2.75

2873 Sabre 4.30 3.05 2.85 2.65

2897 Utrillo PVP 5.25 4.00 3.80 3.60

2898 Wando 3.95 2.60 2.40 2.20

@ Price Per Pound 1 lb. 5 - 24 25 - 49 5 0 +Variety lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

Edible Pod - Snow2810 Dwarf Gray Sugar 3.90 2.65 2.45 2.25

(Treated)

2811 Dwarf Gray Sugar 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20(Untreated)

2805 Dwarf White Sugar 3.90 2.65 2.45 2.25(Treated)

2807 Dwarf White Sugar 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20(Untreated)

2862 Mammoth Melting 3.95 2.70 2.50 2.30Sugar

2856 Oregon Giant 3.85 2.60 2.40 2.20

2857 Oregon Sugar Pod II 3.85 2.75 2.55 2.35

Edible Pod - Snap

@ Price Per Pound 1 lb. 5 - 24 25 - 49 5 0 +Variety lbs. @ lbs. @ lbs. @

2881 Cascadia 4.10 2.85 2.65 2.45

2883 Sugar Ann (Treated) 4.50 3.25 3.05 2.85

2884 Sugar Ann (Untreated) 4.45 3.20 3.00 2.80

2887 Sugar Daddy PVP 4.50 3.25 3.05 2.85

2889 Sugar Lace II 5.50 4.25 4.05 3.85

2891 Sugar Snap 4.75 3.50 3.30 2.65

2893 Sugar Sprint 5.50 4.25 4.05 3.85

2892 Super Sugar Snap PVP 4.75 3.50 3.30 3.10

@ Price Per Pound

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Hybrid Peppers - Sweet Bell; Green to Red — Listed by Maturity

Relative Disease Variety Color / Size Days Reaction Characteristics

5154 Red Knight F1 Green / Red 64 Xcv 1,2,3; PVY An early maturing, blocky bell pepper that matures from dark green to bright X-Large red and maintains good quality at maturity. Vigorous plant, very productive.

5158 Socrates X3R F1 Green / Red 64 Xcv 1,2,3; TMV, TEV Very early red. Fruits are thick walled, and grow on a sturdy medium sized plant.Large

5125 King Arthur Green / Red 67 Xcv 1,2,3; PMV, PVY, High yielding, thick-walled fruit set well in heat. The compact and upright plants (Fat 'N Sassy) F1 Large Stip, TMV have excellent cover.

5012 Alliance F1 Green / Red 70 Xcv 1,2,3,5; PepMoV, Fruits have thick walls and an attractive green color that are produced on strong X-Large PVY, TMV, CMV, PepYMV plants and ripen to red. Mostly four lobed and smooth skinned. High yielding.

5024 Bell Boy F1 Green / Red 70 TMV Good all-purpose early bell pepper. Sturdy, vigorous plants bear a heavy crop. Large Fruits are uniformly large and thick walled.

5129 Lady Bell F1 Green / Red 71 TMV Consistent performer. Medium-thick walls. Prolific, even in cooler weather.Large Popular for plant sales as well as fresh market use.

5015 Aristotle X3R F1 Green / Red 72 Xcv 1,2,3; Tobamo, PVY Tremendous yield potential. Heavy set with thick walls. Aristotle grows on a5015P Aristotle X3R F1 - X-Large vigorous plant that produces beautiful fruit. Performs well when stressed.

Pelleted

5030 Big Bertha F1 Green / Red 72 TMV This jumbo hybrid bell is very productive. Very large (7 x 4"), smooth, andElongated thick-walled. Dark green foliage gives excellent cover.

5045 Camelot F1 Green / Red 72 TMV Very concentrated set. Thicker walls than many other hybrids. Camelot producesX-Large a split set with 4 to 6 fruit on the first picking, followed with a second set 2 to 3

weeks later.

5053 Early Excursion F1 Green / Red 72 Xcv 1,2,3; TMV, PVY It turns a very attractive red color early. Smooth and solid. Early version ofMed. / Large Excursion II.

5148 Paladin F1 Green / Red 72 Pc, TMV Medium tall, semi-compact plant provides good cover for thick-walled,X-Large high quality fruit.

5153 Red Bull F1 Green / Red 75 Xcv 1,2,3 Strong plant produces heavy sets of blocky, smooth and very thick walled fruit. X-Large Plant provides good cover.

5170 Tomcat F1 Green / Red 75 Tev, TMV, Xcv 1-5 Dark green blocky pepper matures to a deep red. Compact plant with aLarge concentrated set that yields a high percentage of large size fruit.

PEPPERS

Disease Reaction CodesCMV: Cucumber mosaic caused by Cucumber mosaic virusPc: Phytophthora root rot caused by Phytophthora capsiciPepMoV: Pepper mottle caused by Pepper mottle virus

PepYMV: Pepper yellow mosaic potyvirusPVY: Potato virus Y caused by Potato virus Y

Stip: Stip, a physiological disorder

TEV: Tobacco etch caused by Tobacco etch virus

ToMV: Tomato mosaic caused by Tomato mosaic tobamovirusTobamoP: TobamovirusTMV: Mosaic caused by Tobacco mosaic virus

TSWV: Spotted wilt caused by Tomato spotted wilt virus

Xcv: Bacterial spot caused by the specified races of Xanthomonascampestris pv. Vesicatoria

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5015 Aristotle

5154 Red Knight F15125 King Arthur(Fat 'N Sassy) F1 5012 Alliance F1 5129 Lady Bell F1

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Hybrid Peppers - Sweet Bell; Green to Red (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Hybrid Peppers - Sweet Bell; Miscellaneous Colors — Listed by Maturity

Relative Disease Variety Color / Size Days Reaction Characteristics

5151 Polaris F1 Green / Red 72 Xcv 1,2,3 Dark green, very firm, smooth fruit is heavy for its size. Medium and sturdy X-Large plant. Fancy, easy to pick and shows impressive yields.

5157 Revolution F1 Green / Red 72 Xcv 1,2,3,5; CMV, Pc Plants are medium-tall and produce good yields of thick-walled fruit.X-Large Concentrated set and good yield ability during cool growing periods.

5096 Heritage VR F1 Green / Red 74 Xcv 1,2,3,5; TSWV Excellent combination of yield, disease resistance, and fruit quality. It produces aX-Large healthy, tall and vigorous plant which offers good cover to the thick-walled fruit.

5049 Colossal F1 Green / Red 75 PVY, Stip Vigorous, very large, and productive.Jumbo

5076 Excursion II F1 Green / Red 75 Xcv 1,2,3; TSWV, Attractive, uniform, and high quality with excellent yields. Smooth shoulders X-Large PVY, TMV with thick walls. Plant size is medium/large with a strong crown set.

5184 Camelot X3R F1 Green / Red 75 Xcv 1,2,3; TMV Large blocky fruit with thick walls. Widely adaptable with high yields.Large

5073 Escalade F1 Green / Red 78 Pc, Xcv 1,2,3 Big, beautiful bell, deep blocky fruit on a medium size plant. Compares to Paladin. Large

5076 Excursion II F1 5030 Big Bertha F1 5157 Revolution F1 5049 Colossal F1

5047 Chablis F1 5151 White Zinfandel F1 5149 Pinot Noir 5027 Bianca F1

Relative Disease Variety Color / Size Days Reaction Characteristics

5047 Chablis F1 White / Orange / Scarlet 60 TMV, Xcv Very early maturing and widely adaptable. Thick walls and good weight.Medium

5181 White Zinfandel F1 White / Pink 65 Unique. White colored bell with a slight pink blush.Large

5149 Pinot Noir F1 Lilac / Red 68 Outstanding color and crisp sweet flavor. Thick-walled and highly adaptable.

5027 Bianca F1 Ivory / Apricot / Red 69 TMV Early setting, compact, strong plant. A full range of colors, from ivory throughapricot to bright red, all from one variety.

5050 Delirio F1 Green / Orange 69 TMV, TSWV Matures from green to a shiny attractive orange. Block shaped, thick walled,Medium large fruit that is greenhouse quality.

5066 Early Sunsation F1 Green / Yellow 70 Xcv 1,2,3; PVY, TMV Big, blocky smooth bells mature to a brilliant golden-yellow.

5091 Golden Summer F1 Lime Green / Yellow 70 Produces mild and sweet fruit, with thick walls. Mature to an attractive sunnygold color.

5097 Sunbonnet Perfection F1 Green / Yellow 73 TMV Block, firm, and smooth with thick walls. Good leaf cover and yield.

5182 Yummy F1 Lime Green / Orange 73 Petite (2" x 1½") fruit is extra sweet, tender, crisp, and nearly seedless. Keeps well. Tall sturdy plant with a concentrated set. Slow to color.

5183 Yummy Mix F1 Orange / Red / Yellow 73 Snack pepper 2¼" x 1½" in size. Contains the popular Yummy F1 (orange) plus two varieties that mature to red and yellow. Produced on an open medium sized plant. Great presentation.

5092 Mandarin Perfection F1 Green / Orange 75 TMV Blocky thick-walled fruit produced on productive 24 inch plants. Large

5163 Super Heavyweight F1 Green / Yellow / Gold 77 PVY, TMV A super large and heavy blocky bell pepper that measures 5" wide by 6" long. XX-Large Color ranges from a deep jade green to bright yellow gold at maturity. Very thick

walled, sweet tasting, and very meaty.

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Relative Disease Variety Days Type Color Size Reaction Characteristics

Banana5167 Sweet Savannah F1 53 Banana Yellow / Red 9 x 2" Very early and continuous set which often includes two fruit at a node.

Fruit are large and shiny. Produces fruit that is very sweet, tasty, large, and shiny with excellent vigor.

5166 Sweet Rain F1 70 Banana Yellow / Red 7 x 2" Attractive, uniform sweet banana.

5169 Sweet Spot X3R F1 70 Banana Yellow / Red 7 x 2" Xcv 1,2,3 High yielding. The tall plants produce tremendous amounts of fruit.

Cubanelle5122 Key Largo F1 60 Cubanelle Lt. green / 6½ x 2½" TMV Produces heavy yields of high quality cubanelles. Thin fleshed peppers

orange-red have wide shoulders and taper to a blunt tip. Plant provides goodfoliage cover.

5019 Aruba F1 64 Cubanelle Lime Green 7½ x 2¼" PVY, TMV Attractive four-lobed, elongated fruit. Erect plants with outstanding vigor support a large fruit set without overcrowding.

Hungarian5095 Gypsy F1 58 Hungarian Yellow / Red 5 x 2" TMV Fruit are very thick-walled (3-4 lobes) and sweet. Small plant suitable

for containers.

5100 Hungarian Sunshine F1 65 Hungarian Green / Yellow 6 x 4" Plants set a high number of uniform fruit that are consistently largeand thick-walled.

5186 Zsa Zsa F1 65 Hungarian Ivory / Red 5 x 3" Smooth fruit is slightly tapered and an ideal size (smaller than most bells) for stuffing. Fruit ripen early, have extra thick flesh withrich flavor. Widely adapted and continuous setting.

Italian5046 Carmen F1 60 Italian Green / Red 6 x 2½" Average 5 oz. and ripen from green (60 days) to deep carmine red

(80 days), mostly 3-lobed. Upright, medium-sized plant.

5086 Giant Italian Roaster 70 Italian Green / Red 9 - 10" x 2" PVY, TMV Very large italian roaster with thick, sweet flesh. Will hold lengthwhen setting in cool weather.

5155 Ringo F1 70 Italian Green/ Yellow 9 x 2" Excellent frying type turn a beautiful golden color when ripe.

5031 Giant Marconi F1 72 Italian Green / Red 8" PVY, TMV Outstanding yield, size and flavor. Long with a lobed tip. sweetest when red. Plants are 30" tall and can bear heavily despite cold, wetor dry conditions.

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Hybrid Peppers - Assorted Sweet — Listed by Maturity

5169 Sweet Spot X3R F1 5122 Key Largo 5019 Aruba F1 5095 Gypsy F1

5100 Hungarian Sunshine 5186 Zsa Zsa 5046 Carmen 5031 Giant Marconi F1

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BellRelative

Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

5232 Jupiter 68 Bell Green / Red One of the all-time best open pollinated released. Fruit are large and blocky with 4 thick-walled lobes. Sweet flavor, widely adapted, and Tobacco Mosaic Virus tolerant.

5266 Purple Beauty 70 Bell Green / Purple / Red Thick protective foliage. Crisp sweet bell, TMV resistant.

5285 Yolo Wonder Pepper "B" 72 Bell Green / Red Nice yields of 4 lobed, thick-walled fruit. TMV resistant.

5212 Canary Belle 72 Bell Green / Yellow Blocky, medium thick walls, 3-4 lobed, good plant development to protect fruit, good producer,sweet flavor.

5228 Golden Calwonder 72 Bell Green / Gold / Orange Very sweet, 4 lobed fruit grown on upright plants.

5224 Emerald Giant 74 Bell Green / Red Improved Keystone Resistant Giant type. Erect plant habit, heavy yields. TMV resistant.

5249 Orange King 75 Bell Green / Orange Crunchy with sweet taste, and blocky. The thick-fleshed fruits start out dark green, maturingto a beautiful glossy, orange color.

5269 Sunbright 75 Bell Green / Yellow Yellow sister to Big Red. Produce good yields of large fruit.

5207 California Wonder 75 Bell Green / Red Thick meaty walls. Square shaped fruit with 3 or 4 lobes. Continuous productive set.

5208 Big Red 75 Bell Green / Red Very sweet thick flesh. Good yields of 3-4 lobed fruit.

5210 Chinese Giant 75 Bell Green / Red Extremely large, nearly square fruit. Medium thick, sweet mild flesh.

5220 Diamond 75 Bell White / Yellow / Red Medium-thick flesh, 3-4 lobed.

5237 Keystone Res. Giant 78 Bell Green / Red Thick walled fruit. Stress tolerant. TMV resistant.

5214 Coral Belle 83 Bell Green / Orange Mostly 4 lobed blocky. Vigorous bushy plant for good fruit production. Medium thick walls, mild sweet flavor.

5211 Chocolate Beauty 85 Bell Green / Brown Rich chocolate brown with purple-black highlights. TMV resistant.

Cubanelle5215 Cubanelle 68 Cubanelle Green / Yellow / Red Sweet fruit tapers to blunt rounded end, slightly irregular shaped with firm wavy flesh. Very

good producer.

5205 Aconcagua (Giant) 70 Cubanelle Green / Red Cubanelle-shaped but much larger. Very sweet with excellent cover.

Italian5216 Corno Di Toro Rosso 72 Italian Green / Red Long 8" bull-horn shaped. Sweet and spicy. Large plants yield well.

5217 Corno Di Toro Giallo 72 Italian Green / Yellow Yellow sister to Corno Di Toro Rosso.

5230 Jimmy Nardello's 75 Italian Green / Red One of the very best for frying. Long, crinkly fruit ripen rapidly. Slightly spicy, smoky flavor.Italian Frying

5229 Marconi - Golden 90 Italian Green / Gold Heirloom variety from Italy. Medium thick sweet flesh with thin skin.

5243 Marconi - Red 105 Italian Green / Red Somewhat elongated, ripens to red.

Assorted5276 Sweet Pickle 65 Pickle Orange / Yellow / Plant produces heavy yields of 2" long by 1" wide sweet peppers. Make excellent pickled peppers.

Purple / Red Plants used for ornamental bedding.

5206 Alma Paprika 70 Paprika White / Orange / Red Plants are loaded with 1 - 2" round, thick-walled, sweet peppers that have just a hint of warmth.

5271 Sweet Banana 70 Banana Yellow Fruit colors as matures from yellowish pink to light orange / red.

5275 Sweet Cherry 75 Cherry Green / Red Pickling pepper. Medium-thin crisp shell. Good foliage cover.

5262 Pimento 75 Pimento Green / Red Smooth heart-shaped fruits are very sweet with thick walls.

5264 Pumpkin 105 Unique Green / Red Very unique ornamental. Will dry to burnt orange pumpkin shape.

Standard Peppers - Sweet - Open Pollinated — Listed by Maturity

5266 Purple Beauty 5211 Chocolate Beauty 5230 Jimmy Nardello 5276 Sweet Pickle

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Sweet Peppers - Hybrid

100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000 50,000Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

Sweet Bell - Green to Red5012 Alliance F1

5015 Aristotle X3R F1

5015-P Aristotle X3R F1 - Pelleted

5024 Bell Boy F1

5030 Big Bertha F1

5045 Camelot F1

5184 Camelot X3R F1

5049 Colossal F1

5053 Early Excursion F1

5073 Escalade F1

5076 Excursion II F1

5096 Heritage VR

5125 King Arthur (Fat 'N Sassy) F1

5129 Lady Bell F1

5148 Paladin F1

5151 Polaris F1

5153 Red Bull F1

5154 Red Knight F1

5157 Revolution F1

5158 Socrates X3R F1

5170 Tomcat F1

Sweet Bell - Miscellaneous Colors5027 Bianca F1

5047 Chablis F1

5050 Delirio F1

5066 Early Sunsation F1

5091 Golden Summer F1

5092 Mandarin Perfection F1

5149 Pinot Noir F1

5097 Sunbonnet Perfection F1

5163 Super Heavyweight F1

5181 White Zinfandel F1

5182 Yummy F1

5183 Yummy Mix F1

Banana5166 Sweet Rain F1

5167 Sweet Savannah F1

5169 Sweet Spot X3R F1

Cubanelle5019 Aruba F1

5122 Key Largo F1

Hungarian5095 Gypsy F1

5100 Hungarian Sunshine F1

5186 Zsa Zsa F1

Italian5046 Carmen F1

5086 Giant Italian Roaster F1

5031 Giant Marconi F1

5155 Ringo F1

Sweet Peppers - Standard - open pollinated

Variety 1/8 1/2 1 oz. 1/4 lb. 1 lb.oz. oz.

Bell5208 Big Red

5207 California Wonder

5212 Canary Belle

5210 Chinese Giant

5211 Chocolate Beauty

5214 Coral Belle

5220 Diamond

5224 Emerald Giant

5228 Golden Calwonder

5232 Jupiter

5237 Keystone Resistant Giant

5249 Orange King

5266 Purple Beauty

5269 Sunbright

5285 Yolo Wonder Pepper "B"

Cubanelle5205 Aconcagua (Giant)

5215 Cubanelle

Italian5217 Corno Di Toro Giallo

5216 Corno Di Toro Rosso

5230 Jimmy Nardello's Italian Frying

5229 Marconi - Golden

5243 Marconi - Red

Assorted5206 Alma Paprika

5262 Pimento

5271 Sweet Banana

5275 Sweet Cherry

5276 Sweet Pickle

Variety 250 Seeds 500 Seeds 1,000 Seeds

5264 Pumpkin 13.75 22.50 38.00

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Peppers — germination temperature: 70° F to 95° F - Will notgerminate below 55° F. (prefer soil temperatures around 85° F).Peppers can be temperamental when it comes to setting fruit iftemperatures are too hot or too cool. Nighttime temperaturesbelow 60° F or above 75° F can reduce fruit set. Too much nitrogenfertilizer may promote lush vegetative growth but fewer fruits.

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

14.00 45.50 70.00 65.10 61.85 58.15

15.80 51.35 79.00 73.45 69.80 65.60

16.20 52.65 81.00 75.35 71.55 67.25

9.00 29.25 45.00 41.85 39.75 37.35

11.00 35.75 55.00 51.15 48.50 45.65

11.80 38.35 59.00 54.85 52.15 49.00

10.00 32.50 50.00 46.50 44.15 41.50

8.40 27.30 42.00 39.05 37.10 34.90

10.00 32.50 50.00 46.50 44.25 41.50

8.40 27.30 42.00 39.05 37.10 34.90

11.00 35.75 55.00 51.15 48.50 45.75

11.60 37.70 58.00 53.95 51.25 48.15

10.60 34.45 53.00 49.30 46.85 44.00

9.00 29.25 45.00 41.85 39.75 37.35

9.80 31.85 49.00 45.60 43.25 40.75

11.80 38.35 59.00 54.85 52.15 49.00

9.60 31.20 48.00 44.65 42.40 39.85

12.60 40.95 63.00 58.60 55.65 52.50

14.00 45.50 70.00 65.10 61.85 58.15

12.40 40.30 62.00 57.65 54.75 51.50

12.60 40.95 63.00 58.60 55.65 52.35

17.60 57.20 88.00 81.85 77.75 73.10

9.80 31.85 49.00 45.55 53.25 40.75

12.80 41.60 64.00 59.55 56.55 53.15

13.00 42.25 65.00 60.45 57.45 54.00

9.80 31.85 49.00 45.55 43.25 40.75

13.20 42.90 66.00 61.35 58.35 54.75

9.80 31.85 49.00 45.55 43.25 40.75

7.60 24.70 38.00 35.35 33.55 31.50

9.00 — — — — —

9.80 31.85 49.00 45.60 43.30 40.75

11.80 38.35 59.00 54.85 52.15 49.00

11.80 38.35 59.00 54.85 52.15 49.00

9.00 29.25 45.00 41.85 39.75 37.35

9.80 31.85 49.00 45.55 43.25 40.75

10.00 32.50 50.00 46.50 44.15 41.50

8.80 28.60 44.00 40.95 38.85 36.50

11.00 35.75 55.00 51.15 48.60 45.75

8.40 27.30 42.00 39.05 37.15 34.75

10.20 33.15 51.00 47.45 45.00 42.35

10.40 33.80 52.00 48.35 45.95 43.20

12.40 40.30 62.00 57.65 54.75 51.50

11.80 38.35 59.00 54.85 52.15 49.00

9.60 31.20 48.00 44.65 42.40 39.85

10.60 34.45 53.00 49.25 46.85 44.00

— 12.25 19.00 51.75 140.00

— — 9.50 25.50 69.00

— — 12.25 33.25 90.00

— 17.50 26.75 75.00 —

— 19.00 29.50 79.50 215.00

— 19.95 30.75 83.25 225.00

— 19.00 29.50 79.50 215.00

— — 12.25 33.25 90.00

— — 13.75 37.00 100.00

— 17.85 27.50 70.25 180.00

— — 12.25 33.25 90.00

— 19.95 30.75 83.25 225.00

6.75 17.25 26.50 68.26 175.00

6.75 17.25 26.50 68.25 175.00

— — 6.25 16.75 45.00

— 14.75 24.75 66.75 180.00

— — 13.00 33.25 85.00

— 8.25 13.75 37.00 100.00

— 8.25 13.75 37.00 100.00

12.25 31.75 48.75 125.00 —

— 10.25 17.15 46.25 125.00

— 8.95 13.75 37.00 100.00

— 19.95 30.75 83.25 225.00

— 7.75 12.50 33.75 100.00

— — 12.25 31.25 80.00

— 8.25 13.75 37.00 100.00

20.00 32.00 50.00 150.00 —

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HOT PEPPERS

Relative Scoville Disease Variety Days Type Color Rating Reaction Characteristics

Ancho / Poblano

5311 Ancho 75 Ancho / Poblano Dark Green / Red 1,000 - 2,000 TMV Large heavy setting plants provide excellent cover for the Ranchero F1 giant pointed fruit.

5421 Tiburon F1 81 Ancho / Poblano Very Dark Green / 1,000 - 3,000 Attractive & glossy with extra large fruit (5" x 2½").Red Produces excellent yields.

Cayenne 5390 Ristra F1 65 Cayenne Lime Green / 35,000 - 40,000 Exceptionally thin walls peppers are excellent for stringing

Bright Red into large 'ristras' for quick drying. Strong plants hold fruits high for easy picking.

5371 Mesilla F1 68 Cayenne Green / Red 2,000 - 4,000 PVY, TEV, TMV This Italian long hot cayenne is thin walled with superiordisease resistance.

5323 Cheyenne F1 78 Cayenne Dull Green / Red 35,000 - 40,000 PVY, TEV, TMV "Long hot" earlier and darker than many cayenne types.

Hot Banana

5429 Zizzler II F1 55 Hot Banana Yellow / Red 3,000 - 3,500 Very hot banana. Large (8 x 2"). Great color and quality.

5303 Stoked F1 60 Hot Banana Yellow / Red 2,500 - 4,500 PVY, TMV Vigorous, medium-sized, upright plants produce very good yields. The fruit is conical in shape and tapers to a blunt point.

5333 Medium Hot Hung. 60 Hot Banana Pale Green / Red 1,500 - 2,500 Plant is upright and prolific. Fruit tapers to blunt point. Banana (Geronimo) F1

5318 Budapest F1 63 Hot Banana Light Yellow / Red 2,500 - 5,000 Large, heavy yielding and early. Fruit is very uniform, smoothand tapered. The medium plant is very sturdy and setsexcellent yields.

5354 Inferno F1 63 Hot Banana Yellow / Red 2,500 - 4,500 Excellent for fresh market or pickling. Medium flesh. Veryproductive and uniform.

Hybrid Peppers - Hot — Listed by Type / Maturity

5318 Budapest F15333 Med Hot Hung Banana F1 5354 Inferno F1

5371 Mesilla F15311 Ancho Ranchero F1 5323 Cheyenne F1

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Hungarian

5349 Semi Hot Hungarian 65 Hungarian Yellow / Red 1,800 - 2,400 Blockiness is improved with bluntly lobed fruit to broad Blocky F1 pointed tip. Plants set very early and yield continuous pick

of large, uniform fruit.

5317 Astry F1 70 Hungarian Ivory / Red 1,800 - 2,400 Plant produces good yields of red Hungarian type hot peppers.Peppers are mildly hot and turn from cream to bright red.

Jalapeño

5379 Mitla F1 62 Jalapeño Green / Red 4,000 - 6,000 TMV Early Jalapeño that produces exceptional yields of veryuniform large fruit. The strong upright plant has continuous fruit setting.

5332 El Rey F1 64 Jalapeño Dark Green / Red 2,500 - 5,000 Xcv 1,2,3 Widely adapted, produces high yields of thick walled,pungent, and dark green fruit with minimal stress purpling.

5422 Tula F1 65 Jumbo Jalapeño Dark Green / Red 6,000 - 8,000 PVY Tula is a jumbo jalapeño type that combines large fruit size with early maturity. Fruit are highly pungent.

5387 Mucho Nacho F1 69 Jumbo Jalapeño Green / Red 4,500 - 6000 PVY, TEV A jumbo-sized hybrid Jalapeño pepper that producesthick-fleshed fruit that is typically hotter than a standard Jalapeño.

5362 Ixtapa X3R F1 75 Jumbo Jalapeño Green / Red 4,000 - 6,000 Xcv 1,2,3 A vigorous plant produces jumbo fruit. Excellent yieldpotential.

Hybrid Peppers - Hot (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

Assorted Hot Hybrids

Relative Scoville Disease Variety Days Type Color Rating Reaction Characteristics

5302 Burning Bush F1 85 Chichen Itza Green / Orange 300,000 TobamoP One of the earliest maturing Habanero's. On average theymature 2 to 3 weeks earlier than open pollinated Habaneros.

5328 Cherry Bomb F1 67 Hot Cherry Green / Red 2,500 - 5,000 TMV Early, with large yields. Globular to slightly pointed. Thesemi-compact plant, and pendant fruiting features allowfor easier harvest.

5335 Holy Mole' F1 85 Pasilla Green / Deep Chocolate 1,000 - 1,500 TMV Used to make the famous mole’ sauce. Flavor is nutty and tangy.

5365 Mariachi F1 85 Grande Chili Cream / Red 500 - 600 TMV A cone-shaped, “medium hot” pepper. Offers earliness,excellent size, mild flavor, and high yields.

5335 Holy Mole' F15328 Cherry Bomb F1 5365 Mariachi F1

5387 Mucho Nacho F15349 Semi-Hot Hungarian

Blocky F1 5362 Ixtapa (X3R) F1

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Standard Peppers - Hot — Listed by Type / Maturity

5375 Mexibell F15404 Sahuaro (Big Chili II) F1 5406 Serrano del Sol F1 5408 Super Chili F1

Assorted Hot Hybrids (cont.)

Relative Scoville Disease Variety Days Type Color Rating Reaction Characteristics

5375 Mexibell F1 75 Bell Green / Red 100 - 1,000 TMV Has a pungent, mild chili flavor that is very fresh and thecook can control the degree of pungent flavor. Fruit are3 to 4 lobed.

5404 Sahuaro F1 68 Anaheim Green / Red 500 - 1,000 TMV Replacement for Big Chili II — Large mild fruit produces on (Big Chili II) strong, sturdy, and upright plants with excellent sunburn

protection.

5405 Sandoval F1 65 Serrano Green / Red 4,500-5,000 TMV Excellent pepper produces strong yields of fine green pepperswith high quality, taste, and appearance.

5406 Serrano del Sol F1 64 Serrano Green / Red 4,500 - 5,000 PVY, TEV, TMV Produces excellent yields of rich dark green fruit that turnred late in the season. The fruit taper slightly to a blunt point.

5408 Super Chili F1 75 Ornamental Light Green / 35,000 - 40,000 Up to 300 peppers (2½") are borne upright on theOrange / Red semi-compact plant. Early and very productive.

5484 Pasilla Bajio 5469 Cayenne Red Large Thick5483 Numex Joe E. Parker

Relative Scoville Variety Days Type Color Rating Characteristics

Anaheim5483 Numex Joe E. Parker 70 Anaheim Bright Green / Red 1,500 - 3,000 A great multipurpose chile. Very productive uniform fruits (6 - 8" x 2")

ripen from bright green to mahogany to red.

5450 Anaheim TMR 23 75 Anaheim Dark Green / Red 1,000 - 3,500 Hardy plant produces good yields of large pungent, and thick walled fruit.TMV resistant.

5484 Pasilla Bajio 85 Chili Dark-Green / Brown 100-250 Also called "Chile Negro." Fruit turn deep brown and slightly wrinkled whenfully mature. Used for mexican mole (mo-lay) sauce.

Cayenne5465 Cayenne Long Slim 70 Cayenne Green / Red 30,000 - 50,000 A very dependable producer. Tall, bushy plants produce heavy yields of

wrinkled, long slim fruit that are very hot and thin-walled.

5469 Cayenne Red 74 Cayenne Green / Red 20,000 - 40,000 Fruit is larger, thicker and generally not as hot as slimmer version.Large Thick

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Habanero5475 Habanero-Lemon 85 Habanero Dark Green / Yellow 200,000 2½" Bright lemon yellow color.

5474 Habanero-Fatali 87 Habanero Green / Golden Orange 300,000 3" large golden fruit. Excellent hot, citrusy flavor.

5476 Habanero (Orange) 90 Habanero Green / Orange 200,000 2" blocky wrinkled lantern shaped fruit.

5477 Habanero (Red) 90 Habanero Green / Red 300,000 3" Amazing hot bright red fruit.

5461 Habanero 95 Habanero Green / Bright Red 445,000 2½" bright red, wide wrinkled peppers. Incredibly hot with rich,(Caribbean red) smoky-citrus taste.

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Hybrid Hot Peppers

100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

Ancho / Poblano5311 Ancho Ranchero F1 9.00 29.25 45.00 41.85 39.75

5421 Tiburon F1 11.00 28.60 55.00 51.15 48.60

Cayenne5323 Cheyenne F1 11.00 32.50 50.00 46.00 42.60

5371 Mesilla F1 11.60 37.75 58.00 53.35 49.405390 Ristra F1 9.00 29.25 45.00 41.85 39.75

5408 Super Chili F1 8.50 30.60 45.00 41.50 38.25

Hot Banana5429 Zizzler II F1 10.00 36.00 53.00 48.75 45.25

5303 Stoked F1 8.00 26.00 40.00 36.75 34.00

5318 Budapest F1 9.25 33.35 49.00 45.00 41.75

5354 Inferno F1 10.00 36.00 53.00 48.75 45.25

5333 Medium Hot Hung 8.40 27.30 42.00 39.00 37.00Banana (Geronimo) F1

100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

Hungarian5317 Astry F1 10.00 36.00 53.00 48.75 45.25

5349 Semi Hot Hungarian 9.80 31.85 49.00 45.50 43.25Blocky F1

Jalapeño5332 El Rey F1 8.35 30.00 44.00 40.50 37.50

5362 Ixtapa X3R F1 11.40 37.00 59.00 52.45 48.50

5379 Mitla F1 8.75 31.25 46.00 42.50 —

5387 Mucho Nacho F1 13.00 42.25 65.00 60.45 57.45

5422 Tula F1 9.00 30.00 45.00 42.00 39.00

Assorted Hot Hybrids5302 Burning Bush F1 11.00 32.50 50.00 46.00 42.60

5328 Cherry Bomb F1 11.50 40.75 60.00 55.25 51.10

5335 Holy Mole' F1 13.00 42.25 65.00 60.45 57.45

5365 Mariachi F1 15.60 50.70 78.00 72.50 68.90

5375 Mexibell F1 7.50 26.50 39.00 36.00 33.25

5404 Sahuaro F1 11.80 38.35 59.00 54.25 50.25(Big Chili II)

5405 Sandoval F1 9.00 29.25 45.00 41.85 39.75

5406 Serrano del Sol F1 12.00 39.00 60.00 55.80 53.00

Assorted Hot Open Pollinated

5472 Early Jalapeño 63 Jalapeño Green / Red 4,000 - 6,000 Widely adapted, very popular, traditional fruit.

5480 Hungarian Wax (Hot) 65 Hot Banana Green / Yellow 750 - 3,000 Early and productive with medium thick walls.

5481 Jalapeño Sweet 70 Jalapeño Green / Red 1,000 or less Less pungent version of popular pepper.

5497 Thai Hot Culinary 70 Ornamental Green / Red 35,000 - 40,000 Ornamental as well as edible. Small plants beautiful in borders andcontainers.

5490 Red Cherry Large 75 Cherry Green / Red 3,000 - 3,500 Globe shape, slightly pointed. Great for pickling.

5495 Serrano Tampiqueno 75 Serrano Green / Red 2,500 - 4,000 Fruit are short and thin walled. Tall plants continually produce good yields.

5458 Ancho 78 Ancho / Poblano Dark Green / Red 800 - 2,500 Plant produces high yields 6"x 3" mildly hot fruit.

5471 Ghost Pepper 85 Chili Green / Red 1,000,000 + Recognized as the world's hottest pepper. Require very warm soil 85-90° (Bhut Jolokia) and up to 35 days to germinate.

Price Per 1,000 Seeds Price Per 1,000 Seeds

Standard Peppers - Hot (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

5472 Early Jalapeno 5480 Hungarian Wax 5495 Serrano Tampiqueno5471 Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia)

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Variety 10 100 500 1,000 5,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

5471 Ghost Pepper 3.50 19.50 48.75 — —(Bhut Jolokia)

1/8 oz. ½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

Anaheim5450 Anaheim TMR 23 — 5.75 9.45 25.50 69.00

5483 Numex Joe E. Parker — — 6.25 17.00 49.00

5484 Pasilla Bajio 3.75 9.75 15.00 37.00 95.00

Cayenne5465 Cayenne Long Slim — — 7.25 19.25 55.00

5469 Cayenne Red — — 7.25 19.25 55.00Large Thick

Variety 10 100 500 1,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

Habanero5461 Habanero-Caribbean 7.75 19.50 30.00 75.00 —

Red

5474 Habanero-Fatali 14.00 35.75 55.00 150.00 —

5475 Habanero-Lemon 7.75 19.50 30.00 75.00 —

5476 Habanero-Orange 7.75 19.50 30.00 75.00 —

5477 Habanero-Red 7.75 19.50 30.00 75.00 —

Assorted Hot 5458 Ancho — — 10.75 27.25 70.00

5472 Early Jalapeño — — 5.75 16.50 48.00

5480 Hungarian Wax (Hot) — — 9.50 25.50 69.00

5481 Jalapeño Sweet 6.50 17.25 26.50 72.00 195.00

5490 Red Cherry Large — — 11.25 32.75 95.00

5495 Serrano Tampiqueno — — 5.75 16.50 48.00

5497 Thai Hot Culinary 14.00 35.75 55.00 150.00 —

Planning to try #5471 Ghost Pepper? Remember:• Soak Seed overnight before planting.• Keep at 80-85°F in a 70-90% relative humidity.• Sprouts will be seen in 10-15 days but may take as many

as 30. (Plants grow very slowly).• NOT recommended for novice grower.• General rule: Water plants when soil has dried (constantly

moist soil can be harmful).

Giant — approx. 50 pounds - PLUS — Listed by Type / Maturity

Standard Peppers - Hot - open pollinated

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3347 Growers Giant F13301 Apogee F1 3229 Big Moose

Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3301 Apogee F1 95 40 - 50 Med. Orange Vine Moderate PMR Good color - Good handles-Good ribbing.Round / Tall

3347 Growers Giant F1 100 50 - 200 Various Vine — Extra large with good color.

3229 Big Moose 110 50 - 125 Bright Orange Large Vine — “GIANT” pumpkin for your roadside stand. High yieldRound / Oblong potential with correct spacing.

3294 Wyatts Wonder 115 50 - 200 Med. Orange Large Vine — Large exhibition type with a unique bright color.Good shapes

3303 Atlantic Giant 120 50 - 600 Various Large Vine — EXHIBITION PUMPKIN – Flesh can be used for pies.

3340 First Prize F1 120 50 - 200 Bright Orange Large Vine — Color superior to Atlantic Giant. Compare to Prizewinner.

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Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3322 Big Max 120 100+ Bright Orange Vine — A classic giant pumpkin. Flesh yellow-orange and fine-grained. The 3 - 4" thick skin is deeply ribbed and slightly rough.

3288 Monster Smash F-1 120 40 - 150 Slightly Flattened Large Vine — Stunningly gorgeous reddish-orange “MONSTER”.

3224 Prizewinner F1 120 50+ Round Large Vine — True pumpkin color and shape with “GLOSSY” beautiful skin.

3297 World Of Color 120 60 - 100 Various Large Vine — A blend of beautiful large pumpkins – blues, pinks, white, peach, dark red/orange.

3380 Phat Jack 125 50+ Round / Tall Vine — Extraordinarily thick handles on top of a “PHAT” pumpkin.

Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3200 Appalachian F1 90 18 - 25 Dark Orange Semi-Bush — Uniform with limited runners – Easy to carve

3306 A&C 510 F1 95 22 - 26 Deep Orange Vine — Very Attractive – Round to some tall.

3206 Checkmate F1 95 40 - 50 Dark Orange Vine — Extra large fruit with extra large handles. Good yield potential.Great ribbing.

3333 Dependable F1 95 30 Med. Orange Vine Moderate PMR Strong dark handles – Consistent performer.

3221 Everest PMRR F1 95 35 - 45 Dark Orange Semi-Bush Stong PMR Large fruit with good ribbing and good handles. Comared to Summit, Everest PMRR is darker, larger, and slightly taller.

3341 Gold Medal F1 95 35 - 40 Deep Orange Vine — Tops in appearance – Great long handle.

3302 Harvest Time F1 95 30+ Med. Orange / Large Vine Moderate PMR Desirable shape for easy carving, very prolific.Mostly tall

3264 Longface F1 95 21 - 26 Deep Orange / Semi-Bush — Offers a great carving surface and unique shape.Slender / Tall

3281 Summit F1 95 30 - 40 Deep Orange / Semi-Bush Strong PMR Handles “stand- out” for size, durability and black color. Good ribbing Excellent yield potential.

3269 Mustang F1 100 22 Med. Orange / Restricted Strong PMR Long, dark- green sturdy handles make for easy picking. Slight sutures vine Very uniform and productive.

3279 Prudence F1 100 22 - 25 Deep Orange / Semi-Bush Strong PMR Smaller version of Summit with large, thick handles.Good ribbing

3275 Rascal PMRR F1 100 30 - 40 Pink / Vine Strong PMR Very unique, eye-catching and different. Great color andDeeply Furrowed disease resistance. Orange flesh has excellent eating quality.

Giant — approx. 50 pounds - PLUS (cont.)— Listed by Type / Maturity

Large — approx. 20 - 50 pounds— Listed by Type / Maturity

3303 Atlantic Giant 3224 Prizewinner 3297 World of Color

3221 Everest 3206 Checkmate F1 3333 Dependable F1 3302 Harvest Time F1

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Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3216 Superior F1 100 20 - 25 Very Dark Orange Semi-Bush Strong PMR Outstanding color fruit with long, thick, black handles. Pronounced ribbing. Overall excellent appearance and PM resistance.

3237 Captain Jack F1 105 30 - 35 Barrel Shape Large Vine Moderate PMR All the characteristics of PHAT JACK with very strong handles

3343 Harvest Ace F1 105 20 - 25 Round to slightly tall Large Vine — Great yield potential – Good handles.

3342 Harvest Jack F1 105 22 - 28 Dark Orange / Large Vine — Good color – 4" handles make it easy to carry.Mostly round

3272 Orange Rave F1 105 15 - 25 Dark Orange / Round Semi-Vine Moderate PMR Nice color with moderate ribbing and good uniformity.Slightly tall

3274 Phantom F1 105 20 - 30 Deep Orange / Vine — Jack-o-Lantern shape with good handles. Classic ribs / goodRound yield potential.

3234 Camaro F1 110 20 - 23 Vibrant Orange Semi-Bush Strong PMR Highly prolific – Excellent handles – Uniform round.

3239 Conestoga Giant F1 110 22 - 40 Med. Orange / Full Vine Moderate PMR Amazingly strong 4 - 5" long handles – Can be a “big Boy”.Slightly tall

3339 Gold Medallion F1 110 40+ Deep Orange Large Vine — Sister to GOLD MEDAL – Bigger fruit & vine.

3379 Mammoth Gold 110 40 - 60 Golden Orange / Vine — Thick flesh with smooth surface is great for carving. Can grow veryRound large if desired.

3266 Mr. Wrinkles F1 110 20 - 30 Deep Orange / Vine — Embedded handle is dark green and 5" long – unique, as itBarrel shaped is deeply “wrinkled”.

3396 Trojan 110 20 - 30 Deep Orange / Large Vine — A very nice open-pollinated variety known for its distinct, Nice sutures deep ribbing and flared handle. Produces well-sized, tall

and round fruit.

3349 Howden 115 20 - 25 Orange Vine — Developed by John Howden in the early 1970’s, Howden is a classic Jack O'Lantern pumpkin

3255 Howden Biggie 115 40+ Dk. Orange / Large Vine — The “Big One” you can still carry from the field. Stem is dark True pumpkin shape and strong – even shape/multiple sizes.

3360 King Midas F1 115 25 - 28 Med. Orange / Large Vine Moderate PMR Moderate ribbing – black handle is 2½" thick – great yield Slightly tall potential.

3240 Contestoga Special 120 40+ Orange / Round Vine — Nice thick handle. Good yiels potential. Larger than Contestoga Giant.

3345 Gold Rush 120 20 - 35 Deep Orange Large Vine — 4" long handles – 3" attachment – Gets premium price.

3393 Yellow of Paris 110 Up to 50 Yellow to Peach Vine — Popular French variety. Shape is flattened and round. Flesh often used for pies, soups, and baking.

3399 Wolf 120 15 - 25 Deep Orange / Large Vine — The largest handled pumpkin on the market. Flesh isRound / Oblate deceptively thick and therefore they are heavy. All shapes

and sizes with the “trademark” handles.

3234 Camaro PMR F1

Large — approx. 20 - 50 pounds (cont.)— Listed by Type / Maturity

3281 Summit F1 3269 Mustang F1 3279 Prudence F1 3275 Rascal PMRR F1

3216 Superior F1 3393 Yellow of Paris 3399 Wolf

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Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3222 Cougar F1 80 - 85 10-12 Orange Vine Strong PMR Combines the great earliness found with neon with Strong PMR. Very early with a great orange color and a sturdy, dark green handle.

3246 Magical F1 88 15 - 18 Deep Orange / Full Vine Moderate PMR This nearly round beauty is just the right size for the shipping market.Moderate Ribs

3201 Aspen Premium F1 90 18 - 20 Rich Orange / Semi-Bush — Very attractive Howden type pumpkin. Round

3307 Autumn Gold F1 90 8 - 12 Golden Orange / Restricted — Early color development is like “insurance”. Can harvest earlierPrecocious Vine than most pumpkins.

3319 Big Autumn F1 90 15 - 18 Golden Orange / Semi-Bush — A “bigger” Autumn Gold.Precocious

3265 Mrs. Wrinkles F1 90 12 - 15 Deep Orange Vine — Smaller version of the popular Mr. Wrinkles known for its uniquedeeply wrinkled rind.

3204 Capital F1 95 15 - 18 Very Dk. Orange / Semi-Bush Strong PMR Beautiful uniform pumpkin with excellent large handles.Narrow Ribs

3328 Cinderella 95 15 - 25 Crimson Red / Vine — Classically beautiful, unique Fairytale shape for carving,(Rouge vif d’etampes) Deep Sutures eating and decorating.

3358 Gold Bullion F-1 100 18 Dark Orange / Semi-Bush — Strong, dark green handle.Nearly Round

3247 Harvest Moon F1 100 9 - 13 Rich Orange / Restricted — Perfect carving shape – 12" x 15".Slight Ribs Vine

3348 Hobbit F1 100 12 Med. Orange / Semi-Vine Moderate PMR Slighted elongated “Jack-o-Lantern” type fruit – A space saver.Slight Ribs

3282 Sorcerer F1 100 15 - 25 Deep Orange / Semi-Full — Firmly attached handles, heavy ribbing and deep orangeDeep Round color make for great eye appeal. Uniform.

3235 Corvette F1 110 12 - 15 Orange Semi-Bush Strong PMR Round pumpkin are smooth with slight ribbing. The handle is very strong and well attached. Strong PMR resistance with advantage of having some tolerance to ZYMV and WMV.

3362 Jack-O-Lantern 110 10 - 18 Orange Vine — Nice shape. Excellent for carving and cooking.

3354 Kentucky Field 115 10 - 15 Orange Vine — Thick yellow flesh often used in canning.

Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3261 Neon Premium F1 70 7 - 8 Med. Orange / Semi-Bush — Nearly round, nice heavy black handles that will not fade.Slight Sutures Precocious, colors early.

3395 Flatso F1 85 6 - 8 Flat Oval / Vine — Unique, very flat shape with moderate ribbing. Fruit is 9 - 10" inBright Orange diameter and 5 - 6" in height. Thin dark handles have great attachement.

3225 Packer F1 85 7-10 Bright Orange / Semi-Bush Strong PMR Unique bright orange color with very light ribbing (nearly smooth)Smooth and thick handles. Very compact plant and early maturing.71

Medium — approx. 10 - 20 pounds — Listed by Type / Maturity

Small — approx. 3 - 8 pounds — Listed by Type / Maturity

3261 Neon Premium F1 3372 Pik-a-Pie F1 3209F Prankster F1 3226 Rockafellow F1

3246 Magical F1 3265 Mrs. Wrinkles F1 3204 Capital F1

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Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3372 Pik-A-Pie F1 85 4 - 5 Dark Orange Semi-Bush — Dark green, large handle. Extremely uniform with excellentquality. Great pie pumpkin.

3209F Prankster F1 85 3 Dark Orange Semi-Bush Moderate PMR Great color, shape, and handles are highlights for this attractive pumpkin.

3252 Hybrid Pam F1 90 5 - 6 Deep Orange / Restricted — A 6" pie pumpkin with good handles. Hard shell variety –Light Ribs Vines great for painting – heavy yielder.

3273 Orange Smoothie F1 90 5 - 8 Dark Orange / Restricted — Strong, long handle makes it easy for children to carry. GreatSmooth Skin Vine for carving, painting, decorating and baking.

3381 Spookie 90 - 100 6 -10 Red Orange Full Vine — Smooth, hard rind with fine textured, sweet, thick flesh. Excellent eating quality.

3226 Rockafellow F1 95 2½ - 3 Dark Orange / Semi-Bush Moderate PMR Unique elongated oval shape. Perfect for painting andHard, Smooth decorating. Great for kids.

3388 Touch of Autumn F1 95 2 - 4 Deep Orange Semi-Bush Moderate PMR Long handles with good attachment. Heavy yielder.

3218 Trophy F1 95 3 - 5 Dark Orange Semi-Bush Strong PMR Great fruit color and size. Long, thick, black, and twistinghandle. Excellent ribbing; deep and narrow.

3316 Baby Pam 100 2 - 4 Dark Orange / Vigorous — Tough skinned – very uniform. Handles are long and securelySmooth Skin Vines attached. Perfect for painting.

3219 Hijinks F1 100 7 - 9 Deep Orange / Vine — Uniform blocky shape with square shoulders. Has long and Med. Deep Ribs dark handles. Great child-size pumpkin.

3373 Progress F1 100 7 - 10 Very Dark Orange Semi-Bush Strong PMR Excellent long twisting black handle. Beautiful fruit with narrow, deep ribbing.

3375 SMALL SUGAR 100 5 - 8 Bright Orange Full Vine — Old fashioned “pie pumpkin” with superb flavor.(New England)

3205 Fall Splendor F1 105 5 - 7 Dark Orange / Restricted — Very uniform 6½ x 8" blocky/round shape. Dark green handlesMedium Ribs Vines about 4½" in length.

3208 Field Trip F1 105 5 - 7 Deep Orange / Semi-Vine Moderate PMR An ideal size for school children to carry. Well rooted handles.Moderate Ribs

3250 Iron Man F1 110 3 - 4 Dark Orange / Full Vine Moderate PMR Strong, well proportioned handles – stores for months.

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Small — approx. 3 - 8 pounds (cont.)— Listed by Type / Maturity

3218 Trophy F1 3219 Hijinks F1 3373 Progress F1 3205 Fall Splendor F1

Miniature — Listed by Type / Maturity

3321 Bumpkin F1 3398 Wee-B-Little 3267 Kandy Korn Plus F1 3263 Little Guy F1

Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3321 Bumpkin F1 85 ½ Dark Orange / Semi-Bush Moderate PMR Hybrid for the ornamental market. Fruit is 2 - 3" withSome ribbing strong, dark green handles.

3398 Wee-B-Little 85 ½ - 1 Deep Orange Restricted — True miniature pumpkin with smooth skin. Great size forVine decorating or painting.

3267 Kandy Korn Plus F1 90 1 Bright Orange / Very Restricted Moderate PMR True pumpkin look in a miniature with the added benefit ofSmooth Vine PM resistance.

3263 Little Guy F1 90 1 - 2 Dark Orange / Vine — Heavy yields of very uniform fruit. Thick, dark handle.Slight Ribs

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Size Color / Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3227 Treasure F1 90 1 lb. Dark Orange Vine Stong PMR Excellent, rock hard, thick, black handles. Very early maturing, Fruit are flattened and deeply ribbed.

3215 Gold Dust F1 95 5 - 6 oz. Med. Dark Orange Semi-Bush Moderate PMR 2" x 3" fruit set close to the crown. High yielder.

3353 Jack-Be-Little 95 ¼ Med. Orange Vine — True miniature pumpkin that you can hold in your hand.

3356 Jack-Be-Quik 95 ¼ Dark Orange Vine — A more ribbed selection than Jack-Be-Little – a little taller.

3359 Lil’ October 95 ½ - ¾ Burnt Orange Vine — Smooth skin for painting. Good, dark green handle – excellent keeper.

3210 Baby Bear F1 100 1½ - 2 Bright Orange / Short Vine — A real cute pumpkin with a 3" handle. Productive – up to 10 fruit per vine.Moderate Ribbing

3223 Apprentice F1 115 1 Burnt Orange / Compact — Hard shell with well-proportioned handles. Long shelf life – No Ribbing Bush great for painting, crafts & decoration.

3257 Lil’ Ironsides F1 115 2 Dark Orange Full Vine — Rock-hard ornamental – not carveable – great for painting. Shelf life takes it well into spring.

Miniature — Listed by Type / Maturity

3268 New Moon 3335 Gooligan F1 3332 Cotton Candy 3262 White Flat Boer

Whites — Listed by Maturity

3318 Batwing Mix F1 3203 Blue Delight F1 3202 Bunch O'Warts F1 3366 Millionaire F1

Specialty, Warts And Just Plain Weird

Size Color/ Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3268 New Moon F1 80 - 90 35 - 75 Bright White / Full Vine — Produces uniform white pumpkins with white rind and white Smooth flesh. Can turn off-white 2 - 3 weeks after harvest.

3313 Baby Boo 90 ¼ White / Ribbed Vine — Pure white Jack-Be-Little type.

3325 Casper 90 10 - 15 White Vine — White with good quality orange flesh. Globe to flat-globe shape.

3365 Lumina 90 12 - 20 White / Full Vine — Smooth surface for fall decorative painting. Shape varies from Smooth globe to deeply oblate. Keep in dark to preserve white color.

3230 Snowball 90 1 - 2 Bright White Vine Moderate Smooth skin fruit are round with a dark green stem. Able to hold PMR white color while under stress.

3335 Gooligan F1 95 ¼ White / Ribbed Vine — Baby Boo type but bigger. Good ribbing, excellent yields and excellent flavor.

3332 Cotton Candy 110 5 - 12 White / Vine — White pumpkin with good handles. Harvest and store in dark Slight Ribs to maintain best white color. Has white flesh.

3212 Full Moon 110 25 - 30 Giant White Vine — Depending on weather, this variety could reach 60-90 pounds. Smooth with slight sutures. Harvest at maturity – store in dark for color retention.

3231 Moonshine 110 8 - 12 White Vine — High quality fruit feature uniform shape, slight ribbing, excellent color, and dark strong handles.

3262 White Flat Boer 120 15 - 17 Creamy White Vine — Attractive flat pumpkin with slight ribs. Thick orange flesh is very tasty. Vines provide good cover for fruit.

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3260 Rumbo 3384 Warts Galore F1 3320 Knucklehead F1 3384 Stripes and Warts F1

3392 Tycoon F1 3397 Winter Luxury 3207 Black Night F1 3337 Fairytale

Specialty, Warts And Just Plain Weird (cont.)

Size Color/ Plant Disease Variety Days (pounds) Shape Type Reaction Characteristics

3318 Batwing Mix F1 90 ½ - 1 Orange / Black Multi Semi-Bush — Halloween novelty. Strong stems – amazing color, orange atop black. Plant late and harvest young for best color.

3338 Hooligan F1 90 1 White, green & orange Compact — 2 - 4" fruit with mottled color pattern. Deeply ribbed withVine strongly attached stems.

3203 Blue Delight F1 95 25 - 30 Blue-Gray Vine Strong Rough textured rind. Fruit are flattened and furrowed. DeepPMR orange flesh is sweet, dry with great eating quality. Some are

smooth and some have warts.3327 Blue Harvest F1 95 7 - 8 Blue Skin / Ribbed Vine — Jarradale-type hybrid that holds its color.3202 Bunch O' Warts F1 95 20 - 25 Dark Orange Semi-Bush Moderate Standard pumpkin that is easily carved with great color and handles.

PM

3217 Goosebumps F1 95 8 - 12 Deep Orange / Vine — Round with “super freaky” warts. Creepy, eerie favorite of the Warts “SUPER FREAK” series.

3366 Millionaire F1 95 7 - 12 White to Gold / Semi-Bush PMR Round fruit matures from white with green stripes to golden Green Stripes with green stripes. Excellent rock hard handles.

3355 Lady Godiva 95 - 100 Up to 20 Yellow with pale Vine — Produces green "naked" pumpkin seeds (seeds whose shells are a green stripes / tall round light cellophane-like film) which need no hulling, make a great snack

food and are best roasted. Fruit is great for carving.3260 Rumbo F1 95 - 100 14 - 15 Dk. Caramel / Full Vine — Resembles “Cinderella” or “Cheese” pumpkin in shape.

Flattened/Deeply Ribbed The flavor is like that of a delicious squash.3394 Warts Galore F1 95 7 + 12 Multi-colored Semi-Bush PMR Many colored, hard shell variety with excellent rock-hard

handles. Very, very unique!3389 Warts Plethora F1 95 10 - 15 Pink / Vine Stong PMR A hybrid version of Peanut (Galeux d'Eysines) providing superior

Flattened quality, uniformity and disease resistance. 3296 White Delight F1 95 20 - 25 Light Gray w/ white stripes Vine Stong PMR Large round fruit with unique coloring.3293 Lil’ Pum-Ke-Mon F1 100 1 - 2 White / Green & Compact — True mini-pumpkin with flattened shape. Slight ribbing that

Orange Stripes Vine emphasizes the colored stripes.3369 Paint-A-Punkin F1 103 12 - 14 Creamy Tan / Full Vine — Very smooth surface. Keeping ability is superb. White,

Smooth spaghetti-like flesh.3220 Knucklehead F1 105 12 - 16 Dark Orange/ Vine — Largest of the “SUPER FREAK” series. Slightly tall with creepy

Warts warts. Really unique!3384 Stripes And Warts F1 105 15 - 20 Semi-Bush PMR Fruit is pear-shaped, white with green stripes mature to golden

with green stripes. Some have warts. Excellent handle.3392 Tycoon F1 105 18 - 22 White / Green Stripe Semi-Bush PMR Pear- shaped fruit, white with green stripes, maturing to gold

with green stripes. Good large handle. Very unique.

3397 Winter Luxury 105 5 - 7 Medium Orange Full Vine — Unique netted skin makes this a great ornamental with superb eating quality. Three to 4 fruits per plant.

3309 Autumn Buckskin F1 110 12 - 18 Buff Colored / Vine — Both ornamental and useful. Boasts high quality butternut-like flesh.Slight Ribs

3207 Black Night 110 9 - 11 Black-Green / Flat Full Vine — Unique. Viqourous plants produce this pumpkin to add great variety.3337 Fairytale 110 15 Buckskin Tan Vine — French heirloom, flat fairytale shape. Heavily scalloped – will

store for 3 months.3289 One Too Many 110 20 White / Orange-Red Veins Full Vine Moderate Outstanding potential for decorative use. Looks like a bloodshot

PMR eyeball.3374 Red Eye 110 18 Red Large Vine — Wonderfully ornamental and attractive with excellent eating quality.

3280 Small World of Color 110 25 - 30 Multi Colored / Round Vine — Beautiful mix of white, pink and pink/blue varieties.

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Pumpkin - Giant - (approx. 50 lbs. or more)

10 100 500 1,000 3,000 Variety Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @

3229 Big Moose 9.50 47.00 152.75 235.00 230.00

3347 Growers Giant F1 5.00 25.00 90.00 125.00 120.00

3288 Monster Smash F1 9.25 46.00 149.50 230.00 227.00

3224 Prizewinner F1 14.00 70.00 227.50 350.00 345.00

3297 World of Color F1 9.75 48.00 156.00 240.00 235.00

3294 Wyatt's Wonder 8.50 42.00 136.50 210.00 205.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3303 Atlantic Giant 13.00 35.25 95.00 92.00

3322 Big Max 4.25 10.50 27.00 25.00

3340 First Prize F1 15.00 40.75 110.00 105.00

3380 Phat Jack - Farmore 13.50 34.50 88.00 85.00

Pumpkin - Large (approx. 20 - 50 lbs.)

Variety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3301 Apogee F1

3301F Apogee F1 - Farmore

3200 Appalachian F1

3234 Camaro F1

3237 Captain Jack F1

3206 Checkmate F1

3239 Conestoga Giant F1 - Farmore

3240 Conestoga Special- Farmore

3221 Everest PMRR F1

3221-F Everest PMRR F1 - Farmore

3341-F Gold Medal F1 - Farmore

3345-F Gold Rush F1 - Farmore

3255 Howden "Biggie" F1

3266 Mr. Wrinkles F1

3269 Mustang F1

3274 Phantom F1

3279 Prudence F1

3279-F Prudence F1 - Farmore

3275 Rascal 10 seeds 7.90PMRR F1

3281 Summit F1

3281-F Summit F1 - Farmore

3216 Superior F1

3216-F Superior F1 - Farmore

Pumpkin - Large (approx. 20 - 50 lbs.)

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3306 A&C 510 F1 7.25 20.50 59.00 57.00

3331 Connecticut Field 2.75 8.00 23.00 22.00

3333 Dependable F1 9.25 26.25 75.00 74.00

3341 Gold Medal F1 12.75 36.75 105.00 —

3339 Gold Medallion F1 12.75 — — —

3345 Gold Rush 7.75 — see 3345-F Gold Rush (farmore) —

3343 Harvest Ace F1 9.50 27.00 77.00 75.00

3342 Harvest Jack F1 9.50 27.00 77.00 75.00

3302 Harvest Time F1 9.75 27.75 79.00 77.00

3349 Howden 3.50 9.75 28.00 27.00

3360 King Midas F1 7.25 21.00 60.00 59.00

3379 Mammoth Gold 2.75 7.00 20.00 19.00

3396 Trojan 6.00 17.25 49.00 —

3399 Wolf 12.75 36.75 105.00 103.00

3393 Yellow of Paris 4.50 11.75 30.00 29.00

Pumpkin - Medium - (approx. 10 - 20 lbs.)

Variety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3201 Aspen Premium F1 5.75 18.75 29.00 28.00 27.00

3204 Capital F1 15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

3235 Corvette F1 13.25 43.00 66.00 65.00 63.00

3247 Harvest Moon F1 5.50 18.25 28.00 — —

3246 Magical F1 12.50 40.25 62.00 61.00 59.00

3265 Mrs. Wrinkles F1 12.00 39.00 60.00 59.00 57.00

3282 Sorcerer F1 11.00 35.75 55.00 54.00 52.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3307 Autumn Gold F1 13.00 33.25 85.00 82.00

3319 Big Autumn F1 13.00 33.25 85.00 82.00

3328 Cinderella 12.00 39.00 60.00 58.00

3358 Gold Bullion F1 8.75 25.25 72.00 —

3348 Hobbit F1 13.00 33.25 85.00 82.00

3362 Jack-O-Lantern 3.00 7.50 19.00 18.00

3354 Kentucky Field 3.00 7.50 20.00 19.00

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@ Price Per Pound

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

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@ Price Per Pound

Specialty, Warts And Just Plain Weird (cont.)

3280 Small World of Color3289 One Too Many 3389 Warts Plethora F1 3395 Flatso F1

17.50 62.00 88.00 85.00 80.00

18.25 63.50 91.00 88.00 83.00

8.75 28.50 44.00 43.00 —

13.25 42.75 66.00 64.00 62.00

11.75 38.25 59.00 57.00 55.00

17.50 62.00 88.00 85.00 80.00

13.25 42.75 66.00 64.00 62.00

11.75 37.75 58.00 56.00 54.00

17.50 62.00 88.00 85.00 80.00

18.25 63.50 91.00 88.00 83.00

8.50 27.25 42.00 41.00 39.00

5.50 17.50 27.00 26.00 25.00

13.25 42.75 66.00 64.00 62.00

10.50 34.50 53.00 51.00 48.00

13.50 44.25 68.00 66.00 63.00

8.25 27.25 42.00 41.00 39.00

14.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

15.50 55.00 78.00 73.00 68.00

39.50 130.00 198.00 196.00 —

15.50 55.00 78.00 75.00 70.00

16.20 56.50 81.00 78.00 73.00

15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

15.50 55.00 78.00 73.00 68.00

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Small (approx. 3 - 8 lbs.)

Variety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3205 Fall Splendor F1

3208 Field Trip F1

3395 Flatso F1

3219 Hijinks F1

3252 Hybrid Pam F1

3250 Iron Man F1

3261 Neon Premium F1

3273 Orange Smoothie F1

3373 Progress F1

3226 Rockafellow F1

3218 Trophy F1

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3316 Baby Pam 3.50 9.75 28.00 26.00

3372 Pik-a-Pie 10.50 27.25 69.75 67.75

3375 Small Sugar New England 2.75 6.75 19.00 18.50

3381 Spookie 2.75 7.00 21.00 20.50

3388 Touch of Autumn F1 13.00 33.25 85.00 83.00

Miniature

Variety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3223 Apprentice F1 13.00 42.25 65.00 64.00 —

3210 Baby Bear F1 4.25 13.75 21.00 20.50 19.50

3215 Gold Dust F1 7.25 23.75 36.50 35.50 —

3215-F Gold Dust - Farmore 8.50 27.75 42.50 41.50 39.50

3267 Kandy Korn F1 11.75 38.25 59.00 58.00 56.00

3257 Lil' Ironsides F1 11.75 38.25 59.00 58.00 —

3263 Little Guy F1 9.00 29.25 45.00 44.00 43.00

3227 Treasure F1 15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. ormore @

3321 Bumpkin F1 13.50 38.50 110.00 105.00

3353 Jack-Be-Little 6.75 19.25 55.00 53.00

3356 Jack-Be-Quik 7.50 21.00 60.00 58.00

3359 Little October 14.50 41.25 118.00 115.00

3398 Wee-B-Little 16.00 31.25 80.00 78.00

Whites

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

@ Price Per Pound

Specialty, Warts, and Just Plain Weird

Variety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3207 Black Night 9.00 29.25 45.00 44.00 42.00

3203 Blue Delight F1 25.00 90.00 125.00 120.00 —

3217-F Goose Bumps II F1 - 12.50 40.25 62.00 60.00 58.00Farmore

3220-F Knuckle Head F1 - 12.50 40.25 62.00 60.00 58.00Farmore

3355 Lady Godiva 6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 28.00

3293 Lil' Pump-Ke-Mon F1 12.75 41.50 64.00 63.00 61.00

3366 Millionaire F1 15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

3289 One Too Many 23.00 74.75 115.00 113.00 —

3260 Rumbo F1 12.00 39.00 60.00 59.00 57.00

3280 Small World of Color 33.00 107.00 165.00 163.00 160.00

3384 Stripes & Warts F1 17.00 55.25 85.00 80.00 75.00

3392 Tycoon F1 15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

3394 Warts Galore F1 15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

3389 Warts Plethora F1 18.00 65.00 90.00 85.00 —

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3309 Autumn Buckskin 11.00 31.50 90.00 88.00

3318 Batwing Mix 11.50 33.25 95.00 93.00

3327 Blue Harvest F1 11.00 31.75 91.00 90.00

3337 Fairytale 14.25 37.00 95.00 93.00

3338 Hooligan F1 15.75 42.50 115.00 112.00

3369 Paint-a- Punkin 8.50 27.75 65.00 —

3374 Red Eye 10.75 27.95 70.00 68.00

3397 Winter Luxury 11.00 29.75 85.00 82.00

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

@ Price Per Pound

@ Price Per Pound

Variety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000 Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3332 Cotton Candy 6.50 20.75 32.00 31.00 30.00

3212 Full Moon 25.00 81.25 125.00 120.00 115.00

3231 Moonshine F1 12.00 39.00 60.00 59.00 57.00

3268 New Moon F1 29.00 94.25 145.00 143.00 140.00

3230 Snowball F1 27.00 87.75 135.00 133.00 130.00

3262 White Flat Boer 8.00 26.00 40.00 39.00 —

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3313 Baby Boo 15.50 43.75 125.00 120.00

3325 Casper 8.00 23.25 60.00 59.00

3335 Gooligan F1 15.75 42.50 115.00 112.00

3365 Lumina 8.50 22.75 65.00 63.00

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

@ Price Per Pound

FarMore® Technology offers a proprietary combination of three fungicides (Apron, Maxim, Dynasty) and 1 insecticide(Thiamethoxam) offering early-season insect protection that can prevent or eliminate damage caused by cucumber beetles.Under certain environmental conditions Farmore© technology has shown ability to enhance seedling emergence, plantstand establishment, early-season vigor, and protect yield potential.

9.00 29.25 45.00 44.00 42.00

13.50 44.25 68.00 65.00 64.00

8.50 27.25 42.00 41.00 40.00

11.25 37.00 57.00 56.00 54.00

8.25 26.75 41.00 40.00 38.00

11.75 38.50 59.00 58.00 —

7.00 22.75 35.00 34.00 33.00

7.25 23.50 36.00 35.00 —

15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

7.25 23.50 36.00 35.00 34.00

15.00 52.00 75.00 70.00 65.00

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RelativeVariety Days Color Shape Characteristics

3444 Red Satin F1 22 Bright Red Round This hybrid produces very uniform roots. Extremely white flesh and refined tap roots. The bulb forms quickly and has excellent holding ability. The medium-size tops have a strongattachment.

3404 Cherry Belle 24 Bright Red Globe Crisp, solid flesh. Especially good for forcing under glass.

3416 Early Scarlet Globe 24 Bright Red Globe Very popular market variety, for greenhouse, as well as muck or mineral soils. Better heat tolerance than most varieties.

3428 Fuego 24 Deep Red Round Globe Dual purpose variety (bunching and Cello Pak). Fusarium -Yellows, Black Root, and RhizoctoniaScurf resistant. Roots are very uniform. Interior is crisp white. Short 2½ - 3¾" tops.

3440 Sparkler 24 Deep red top / White bottom Globe Attractive two-tone color. Mild peppery flavor.

3401 Champion 25 Bright Red Ball Excellent quality, crisp and solid. Long standing.

3424 French Breakfast 25 Deep Red / with white tip Oblong Crisp white flesh with small, slender taproot. Has a distinct mildly pungent flavor.

3430 Hailstone 26 White Globe Firm flesh stays crisp for a long time. Dark green, strong medium-sized tops. Larger than most early globe types.

3414 Crimson Giant 27 Deep, Dark Red Globe Can grow as large as an apple if adequately spaced.. The white flesh stays mild for a long time.

3433 Pink Beauty 27 Rose-Pink Round Smooth with small taproot and crisp white flesh. Grows large but stays mild and not pithy.

3445 White Icicle 27 White Elongated 5 - 6" long radish with pure white flesh that remains crisp and tender with mild pungency.

3449 Pink Summersicle 27 Pink Elongated A large-topped Daikon type with great texture and flavor. Root is pink, 5 inches in length and cylindrical.

3400 Altaglobe 28 Deep Red Globe Large roots with very good color retention. Late to get pithy.

3420 Easter Egg Blend 28 Multi-colored Globe This multi-line variety produces a unique combination of red, pink, purple, violet and white radishes of excellent flavor and interior quality. Roots remain firm, crisp and flavorfulwithout becoming woody or pithy well beyond maturity.

3431 Plum Purple 28 Deep Purple Globe Attractive purple color. Produces a large, mild tasting, root which remains crisp and resists becoming pithy for an extended period. Tall, strap-leafed tops are durable for more efficient bunching.

3434 Lady Slipper 28 Soft-Pink Elongated Plump, elongated roots with a blunt tip and a very small, refined tap root. Pure white fleshis crisp with a unique mild and sweet flavor.

3448 Red Silk 28 Bright Red Round Medium tops and silky, smooth shoulders. The pure white interior is resistant to pithing.Tolerant to FY, Club root 6 and Black rot.

3429 German Giant 29 Bright Red Round “Giant” radish (up to 4"). Roots remain sweet and crisp with no cracking.

3442 Watermelon 29 White Globe Unique and beautiful. Large, 2", white rooted with green shoulders. The inside flesh is red to pink and is very sweet and crisp.

3447 Pink Celebration 30 Rose-Pink Deep Globe Attractive refined appearance with excellent flavor. Can grow quite large without getting pithy.

3446 Red Bartender 35 Bright Red Elongated This rare heirloom is 9 x 1½" long. Pungent, crisp, and PINK interior flesh. Has medium tall, vigorous tops and is a good yielder.

RADISH — Listed by Maturity

3404 Cherry Belle 3401 Champion 3424 French Breakfast

3445 White Icicle 3449 Pink Summercicle 3420 Easter Egg

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Relative Variety Days Color Characteristics

3403 Black Spanish Round 60 Deep Black Large turnip-shaped 3 - 4" globes, with solid, crisp, pungent, and pure-white flesh.

3408 China Rose Winter 55 Deep Rose Mild, sweet flavor and crisp, brittle texture. Smooth and cylindrical, measuring 7 inches long.

3412 China White Winter 55 White Ideal for winter storage or pickling. Heavy yielder, 5 to 7 inches long, fully blunted and pungent. Can withstand light frost.

3438 Japanese Minowase 50 White 12 - 24" long x 3" diameter. Very smooth early Daikon radish. Uniform, brittle, juicy flesh has little pungency.

3435 Minowase Summer 50 White Hybrid, Long 16" tapered (2½" - 5½") roots are thick, crisp, pure white with white necks and medium-tall tops.Cross F1 Has a pungent / hot flavor. Tolerant to Mosaic, Fusarium and heat.

3431 Plum Purple 3429 German Giant 3442 Watermelon

3403 Black Spanish Round 3408 China Rose 3438 Japanese Minowase

Radish (cont.)

Radish - Winter / Oriental

Radish

Variety ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 - 24 25 lbs. lbs. @ or more @

3400 Altaglobe 5.00 14.00 13.75 13.25

3401 Champion 3.25 10.00 9.75 9.25

3404 Cherry Belle 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

3414 Crimson Giant 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

3416 Early Scarlet Globe 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

3420 Easter Egg Blend 6.00 18.00 17.50 17.00

3424 French Breakfast 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

3428 Fuego 3.25 11.00 10.75 10.25

3429 German Giant 5.25 15.00 14.75 14.25

3430 Hailstone 3.50 9.50 9.25 8.75

3434 Lady Slipper 5.25 14.00 13.50 13.00

3433 Pink Beauty 4.50 13.00 12.75 12.25

3447 Pink Celebration 4.50 13.00 12.75 12.25

3449 Pink Summersicle 5.25 15.00 14.75 14.25

Variety ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 - 24 25 lbs. lbs. @ or more @

3431 Plum Purple 6.00 16.00 15.75 15.25

3446 Red Bartender 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

3444 Red Satin F1 1 oz. 11.25 30.25 82.00 — —

3448 Red Silk 6.25 18.00 — —

3440 Sparkler 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.50

3442 Watermelon 10.25 30.00 29.00 28.00

3445 White Icicle 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

Winter / Oriental 3403 Black Spanish Round 5.25 15.00 14.50 14.00

3408 China Rose Winter 4.00 11.00 10.75 10.25

3412 China White Winter 4.00 13.00 12.75 12.25

3438 Japanese Minowase 3.25 9.00 8.75 8.25

3435 Minowase Summer 1 oz. 17.75 49.00 140.00 135.00 —Cross F1

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RUTABAGA — Listed by Maturity

SALSIFY

SPINACH

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

3501 American Purple Top 85 (Neckless) Globe-shaped. 5 - 6" in diameter. Buff yellow with purple top. Flesh is cream yellow. Fast growing. Firm and crisp with a very pleasant taste.

3505 Laurentian 92 5 - 5½" globe shape, smooth purplish crown, light yellow below crown. Interior: pale yellow. More fine grained and lighter yellow than American Purple Top.

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

3526 Mammoth Sandwich 120 Flavor somewhat like oysters. Flesh creamy white. Tasty when peeled,sliced Island and boiled. Roots grow 8" or longer. 1 to 1½" across at shoulder, slightly

tapering and uniform. May winter over for early spring use.

¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

4.25 11.00 10.75

6.25 16.00 15.50

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3.50 9.50 26.00 25.00

Relative Recommended Disease Variety Days Leaf Season Reaction Characteristics

3620 Greyhound F1 35 Semi-Savoyed Spring DM 1-7 Early maturing. Thick, round leaves are dark-green and have excellent flavor and texture.

3635 Tyee F1 37 Semi-Savoyed All Season DM 1,3 Long-standing, resists bolting under high temperatures and long day conditions.Distinctive dark green leaves are thick and extremely attractive.

3630 Teton F1 40 Smooth Spring / Summer / Fall DM 1-4 Very erect plant habit. Dark green leaves are very uniform and oblong to roundin shape. Very good field holding ability. Slow to bolt.

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3501 American Purple

3526 Mammoth Sandwich Island

3505 Laurentian

3620 Greyhound 3635 Tyee F1 3630 Teton F1

Rutabaga —The rutabaga evolved as a cross betweenwild cabbage and the turnip.

Salsify —The Latin name of salsify is solsequium, which means the flower that followed the courseof the sun. Salsify is a white/tan colored root with a tender, mild taste. The flavor has beendescribed as anywhere from asparagus and creamy coconut to an oyster-like flavor.

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Disease Reaction CodesAo White Rust

CMV Cucumber Mosaic Virus

DM Downy Mildew caused by the specified races of Peronospora farinosa f.sp. spinaciae

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Relative Recommended Disease Variety Days Leaf Season Reaction Characteristics

3607 Catalina F1 42 Smooth Summer DM 1-4 Slow bolting, warm weather tolerant hybrid. Maintains its large plant heightat 9 - 10 inches. The dark leaves are flat with a little curl.

3610 Early Hybrid 42 Semi-Savoyed Fall / Over Winter CMV, DM 1,2 Large plant produces heavy yields of medium dark green leaves. #7 F1

3625 Melody F1 42 Savoyed Spring / Fall CMV, DM 1,2 Plant produces very flavorful medium green leaves. Very hardy and withstands considerable freezing weather.

3604 Avon F1 44 Savoyed Spring / Summer / Fall — Leaves are large, tender, dark green, and lightly crinkled. Slow to bolt.

3605 Bloomsdale 45 Savoyed All Season — Heavy, continuous yield of thick, glossy, and dark green leaves.

3617 Giant Nobel 45 Smooth Spring — The large, spreading plants have huge, thick, smooth, dark-green pointedleaves with round tips. Slow to bolt. For late spring. Excellent variety forcanning. Expect heavy yields.

3629 Samish F1 45 Semi-Savoyed Spring / Fall / Ao, DM 1-4 Fast growing hybrid that has dark green, thick leaves on semi-erect plants. Over Winter Good winter hardiness.

3637 Unipack F1 48 Semi-Savoyed All Season CMV, DM 1-4 Erect plant habit with excellent leaf color, quality, and high yield potential. Good heat tolerance. Very uniform.

Spinach

Variety 10,000 50,000 @ 250,000 500,000Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3604 Avon F1 7.00 0.60 0.55 0.50

3607 Catalina F1 6.50 0.60 0.55 0.50

3620 Greyhound F1 7.50 0.65 0.60 0.55

3625 Melody F1 6.75 0.60 0.55 0.50

3629 Samish F1 7.00 0.60 0.55 0.50

3630 Teton F1 6.00 0.55 0.50 0.45

3635 Tyee F1 6.50 0.60 0.55 0.50

3637 Unipack F1 7.50 0.65 0.60 0.55

¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 - 24 25 lbs. or lbs. @ more @

3605 Bloomsdale Long 4.50 11.00 10.00 9.00Standing

3610 Early Hybrid #7 F1 4.75 12.00 11.00 10.00

3617 Giant Nobel 3.75 9.75 9.25 9.00

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Spinach (cont.)

3625 Melody F1 3604 Avon 3637 Unipack

Spinach —is a dark green leafy vegetable whose leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. Spinach was cultivated over 2,000 years ago in Iran.Cultivation of spinach began during the Greek and Roman civilizations. Our name for spinach is derived from the Persian ward"ispanai" which mean "green hand" which later became "spanachia"(Late Latin), spinage (English). The Arbs named it “theprince of vegetables”. The prickly seeded form was known in Germany in the 13th century and the smooth seeded form wasnot described until 1552. It is the smooth seeded form that we use today in commercial production.

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SUMMER SQUASH

Summer Squash - Green Zucchini — Listed by Type / Maturity

3706 Contender F1 3744 Payroll F1 3702 Black Coral 3738 Raven F1

Relative Disease Variety Days Shape Color Reaction Characteristics

3722 Independence II F1 41 Cylindrical Medium Green WMV, ZYMV Very high yield potential over an extended harvest period. Plant is open for easy harvest.

3740 Senator F1 41 Cylindrical Medium Green Productive plants are single stemmed and open for easy picking. Excellent yield overan extended harvest period

3706 Contender F1 42 Cylindrical Very Dark Green WMV, ZYMV High yields produced on strong, open, nearly spineless plants.

3755 Seneca Zucchini F1 42 Cylindrical Dark Green Solid texture and small seed cavity. Uniform shape and color. Vigorous bush type with open center and smooth stems.

3745 Paycheck F1 43 Cylindrical Medium Green CMV, PM, Very good adaptability, high yield potential, and excellent fruit quality. Maintains shape WMV, ZYMV and length in cool/cold conditions.

3702 Black Coral F1 45 Cylindrical Very Dark Green PM High yielding with glossy skin. Open bush habit.

3744 Payroll F1 45 Cylindrical Medium Green PM, WMV, ZYMV Open upright plant habit with minimal spines. Very good adaptability, high yieldpotential, and excellent fruit quality.

3766 Spineless Perfection F145 Cylindrical Medium Green PM, WMV, ZYMV Fruit are attractive and straight with refined flecking. Strong plant is spineless, upright, and open.

3718 Dividend F1 46 Slight taper Medium Green CMV, WMV, ZYMV Vigorous, upright open bush plant produces well in cooler temperatures with improved fruit length and quality.

3752 Judgement III F1 46 Cylindrical Medium Green CMV, PM, WMV, Classic color and speckling. The vigorous plant offers optimum performance for later ZYMV season harvests and disease pressure.

3703 Cashflow F1 47 Slight taper Medium Green ZYMV Large, vigorous plant produces exceptionally high yields.

3735 President F1 48 Slight taper Medium Green Fruit are smooth and slow to bulb. A high yielding, upright plant for easy picking.

3738 Raven F1 48 Cylindrical Very Dark Green Open plants are high yielding and produce smooth, glossy, fruit. Concentrated fruit set.

3751 Reward F1 48 Cylindrical Dark Green CMV, PM, WMV, Produces high yields early. High quality fruit is glossy, straight and long with small end ZYMV scar. Well adapted for summer and early fall harvest, and double row planting.

3789 Zucchini Elite F1 48 Cylindrical Medium Green Early slim fruit with lustrous sheen. Open plant produces impressive yields.

3788 Tigress F1 49 Cylindrical Dark Green WMV, ZYMV Early and prolific. Semi-compact, open-habit plants produce speckled fruit withsmooth skin.

3701 Ambassador F1 50 Cylindrical Medium Dark PM Early with high yield potential over a long season. Fresh-looking fruit are uniform and Green straight with a glossy exterior.

3719 Dark Green Zucchini 50 Cylindrical Dark Green — Heirloom: Vigorous bush plant. Fruits are straight, smooth, and mottled. Firm flesh hasa fine flavor.

3765 Spineless Beauty F1 50 Cylindrical Medium Green — Spineless open plant produces yields of long, uniform fruit with smooth and glossyexteriors.

3756 Straito d'Italia 50 Cylindrical Dark Green w/ — Bush plant habit produces 10 - 12" very firm fruit with greenish-white flesh. Great for light green stripes specialty Italian markets.

3741 Lynx F1 51 Cylindrical Dark Green PRSV, WMV, ZYMV Yellow flecked fruit hold well in the field. Plants produce excellent yields.

3733 Romanesco 52 Slight taper Medium Green Distinctive Italian zucchini, prominently ribbed. Medium green with flecks and ribs.Big, large-leafed bush. Great texture, nutty, and delicious flavor.

3716 Garden Spineless F1 53 Cylindrical Dark Green — Long flecked fruit on a scratchless open plant for easy picking.

3757 Sungreen F1 54 Cylindrical Dark Green WMV, ZYMV High yielding, features small, compact, highly productive bush-type plants. Fruits are large, straight, glossy, and slow to develop seeds.

3704 Black Beauty 60 Slight taper Dark Green — Heirloom: Compact bush plant bears glossy fruits over an extended period.

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Disease Reaction CodesCMV: Cucumber mosaic caused by Cucumber mosaic cucumovirus

PRSV: Papaya ringspot caused by Papaya ringspot potyvirus

PM: Powdery Mildew caused by Sphaerotheca fuliginea

WMV: Watermelon mosaic caused by Watermelon mosaic potyvirus

ZYMV: Zucchini yellows caused by Zucchini yellow mosaic potyvirus

Summer Squash - Green Zucchini (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

Summer Squash - Green Miscellaneous — Listed by Type / Maturity

3751 Reward F1 3703 Cashflow 3788 Tigress

3721 Eight Ball F1 3758 Ronde de Nice 3714 Ishtar F1 3754 Magda F1

Green Zucchini — Squash like warm soil and are very sensitive to frost. Theycan be planted around 65° F, but prefers 70° F or more (germinates best at 95° F).Will not germinate in cold soil. Germination temperature: 60° F to 105° F.

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

Round Zucchini3721 Eight Ball F1 35 Round Zucchini Dark green Strong, open bush plant is very vigorous and produces uniform fruit that have an

attractive shiny, speckled dark exterior.

3758 Ronde de Nice 45 Round Zucchini Light mottled green Open bush plant habit produces 2 - 4" diameter fruit with small blossom scar and creamy yellow solid flesh. Delicate skin.

3780 Tatume 45 Round Zucchini Green to Yellow Can be used as either a summer or winter variety. May be harvested young and green for a firm fruit with fine flavor. May also be allowed to mature on the vine untilgolden-yellow as used like winter squash.

Mediterranean3714 Ishtar F1 37 Mediterranean Mottled pale Semi-erect plant with a single stem and open habit. Very productive.

green Resistant to WMV, ZYMV.

3791 Clarinette F1 43 Mediterranean Pale green / white Open bush plants produce great yields of mild, flavorful summer squash.

3754 Magda F1 48 Mediterranean Pale green Great-tasting, sweet, nutty flavor. The blocky, tapered fruits are usually picked small,3 - 4 " long. High yielding over a long season.

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Summer Squash - Green Miscellaneous (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

3747 Moonbeam F1 3792 Total Eclipse F1 3748 Partial Eclipse F1 3749 Peter Pan F1

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

Scalloped3747 Moonbeam F1 45 Scalloped Pale green to white Pie shaped fruit with scalloped edges and fine textured flesh. Has a small blossom scar

and the plant is semi-open bush, producing heavy yields.

3767 Starship F1 45 Scalloped Medium-dark green Consistently maintains shape and glossy color through multiple harvests withoutrounding.

3792 Total Eclipse F1 49 Scalloped Dark green Turn around, every now and then you find a unique variety like this prolific pie-shaped squash that has fine grained, fine flavored white flesh. Compact bush plant.

3707 Benning's Green Tint 50 Scalloped White with green tint. Bush type plant produces high yields of flavorful, creamy textured fruit.

3748 Partial Eclipse F1 51 Scalloped White with dark Open bush plant produces unique fruit with excellent color contrast. Flesh is firm and green stripes very tasty.

3725 Patty Green Tint F1 52 Scalloped Light green Deep, uniform, fleshy fruit with a small blossom end scar and an appealing color. Open-habit, medium bush plant.

3749 Peter Pan F1 52 Scalloped Light green Fruit is 2½ - 3" with refined, deep scallops. Grows on a medium bush with open habit.

Summer Squash - Green

Green ZucchiniVariety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3701 Ambassador F1

3702 Black Coral F1

3703 Cashflow F1

3706 Contender F1

3718 Dividend F1

3716 Garden Spineless F1

3722 Independence II F1

3752 Judgement III F1

3741 Lynx F1

3745 Paycheck F1 PMT

3744 Payroll F1 PMT

3735 President F1

3738 Raven F1

3751 Reward F1 PMT

3740 Senator F1

3755 Seneca Zucchini F1

3765 Spineless Beauty F1

3766 Spineless Perfection F1

3757 Sungreen F1

3788 Tigress F1

3789 Zucchini Elite F1

Green Zucchini (cont.)

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3704 Black Beauty 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.50

3719 Dark Green Zucchini 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.50

3733 Romanesco 3.25 7.75 20.00 19.50

Green MiscellaneousVariety 100 500 1,000 3,000 15,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3721 Eight Ball F1 8.25 26.75 41.00 40.00 38.00

3714 Ishtar F1 7.25 23.50 36.00 35.00 33.00

3754 Magda F1 7.00 22.75 35.00 34.00 32.00

3748 Partial Eclipse F1 5.40 17.50 27.00 26.00 24.00

3725 Patty Green Tint F1 6.75 22.00 34.00 33.00 31.00

3749 Peter Pan F1 7.00 22.75 35.00 34.00 32.00

3767 Starship F1 5.75 18.85 29.00 28.00 26.00

3791 Clarinette F1 5.00 16.25 25.00 24.00 22.00

3792 Total Eclipse F1 5.40 17.55 27.00 26.00 24.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3707 Benning's Green Tint 3.30 8.50 22.00 21.00

3758 Ronde de Nice 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.50

3756 Straito d'Italia 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.50

3780 Tatume 4.40 11.25 29.00 28.00

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9.00 29.25 45.00 43.00 41.00

6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 27.00

9.25 29.90 46.00 44.00 42.00

9.80 31.85 49.00 47.00 45.00

9.00 29.25 45.00 43.00 41.00

4.25 13.75 21.00 20.00 19.00

— 40.95 63.00 61.00 59.00

— 46.75 72.00 70.00 68.00

6.60 21.45 33.00 32.00 31.00

11.00 35.75 55.00 53.00 51.00

10.25 33.15 51.00 49.00 47.00

8.80 28.50 44.00 42.00 40.00

7.50 24.00 37.00 36.00 35.00

11.00 35.75 55.00 53.00 51.00

8.40 27.25 42.00 41.00 39.00

8.60 27.95 43.00 41.00 39.00

7.60 24.75 38.00 37.00 36.00

9.80 31.75 49.00 47.00 46.00

10.00 32.50 50.00 48.00 —

9.60 31.25 48.00 46.00 45.00

7.80 25.25 39.00 38.00 37.00

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Summer Squash - Yellow Zucchini — Listed by Type / Maturity

Summer Squash - Yellow — Listed by Type / Maturity

3761 Butta F1 3750 Golden Delight F1 3710 49er F1 3753 Cube of Butter F1

Relative Disease Variety Days Shape Color Reaction Characteristics

3739 Sebring Premium F1 40 Cylindrical Gold PM Consistent color with fewer green tips than others. Strong, open structure plant.

3761 Butta F1 45 Tapered Light Yellow — Large yields of unique colored fruit are produced on vigorous bush plants withan open growth habit.

3750 Golden Delight F1 47 Cylindrical Deep Yellow WMV, ZYMV Few spines, little fruit greening. Upright, open plant.

3710 49er F1 50 Cylindrical Gold — Upright open plants. Creamy-white flesh has excellent flavor.

3753 Cube of Butter F1 50 Tapered Lemon-Yellow — Excellent replacement for Butterstick. Long and even-sided. Plant has a low,open habit.

3720 Gold Rush 52 Cylindrical Golden-Yellow — A true zucchini. Smooth, uniform fruit are borne on upright, open plants

3708 Burpee Golden Zucchini 54 Cylindrical Bright Gold — Medium-long, slender fruit with delicious, distinctive zucchini flavor.

Precocious Straightneck

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

3743 Fortune F1 39 Precocious Straightneck Bright Yellow Fruit is cylindrical and smooth. The precocious gene masks mild virus infections.

3731 Cougar F1 50 Precocious Straightneck Yellow Bred conventionally. Smooth, long, and tapered fruit is produced on large bush type plants. PRSV, ZYMV resistant.

3728 Multipik F1 50 Precocious Straightneck Bright Yellow Early and very prolific. Widely adaptable. The smooth fruit can be picked early as a mini or later at market size.

3771 Superpik F1 50 Precocious Straightneck Yellow Very similar to Multipik. Long fruit with heavy yields.

3742 Precious II F1 53 Precocious Straightneck Bright Yellow Smooth and tender, with beautiful bright color. Plant is vigorous and has a nice open bush habit.

3794 Zephyr F1 54 Precocious Straightneck Yellow with A distinctive, slender fruit, yellow with faint white stripes and light green blossom ends.light green Delicious nutty taste and firm texture when young. Unique appearance for easy recognition.

blossom ends

Summer Squash (as well as winter squashes) are native to the Americas and belong to the family of curcurbita. Archaeologists have traced their originsto Mexico, dating back from 7,000 to 5,500 B.C. The pre-Columbian food trio of Maize, beans, and squash has long been known as "three sisters."

3743 Fortune F1 3728 Multipik F1 3771 Superpik F1 3794 Zephyr F1

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Precocious CrookneckRelative

Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

3723 Fancycrook F1 43 Precocious Crookneck Bright Yellow Gourmet quality true crooknecks.Highly productive. Best picked when nomore than 6" long. PM resistant.

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3713 Amberpic F1 3732 Lioness F1 3711 Early Prolific Straightneck

3723 Fancycrook F1

Straightneck

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

3760 Conqueror III F1 41 Straightneck Yellow Uniform creamy yellow fruit with green stem are grown on a vigorous semi-open plant. CMV,PRSV, PM, WMV, ZYMV

3730 Enterprise F1 41 Straightneck Yellow Very productive, vigorous bush type plant. Has a slim bulb, green stem and a fine yellow color. Excellent fruit quality. Smooth, with small blossom scar.

3724 Liberator III F1 41 Straightneck Lemon-Yellow Transgenic: Early maturing grown on a vigorous plant. CMV, WMV, ZYMV resistant.

3711 Early Prolific 42 Straightneck Yellow Heirloom: Tapers towards stem. Bush-type plant.Straightneck

3713 Amberpic F1 42 Straightneck Yellow Excellent replacement for Goldbar. Smooth, glossy fruit pack well.

3732 Lioness F1 50 Straightneck Yellow Excellent disease tolerance for a conventionally bred summer squash. Fruit is straight with a medium bulb and green stem. CMV, PRSV, WMV, ZYMV resistant.

3760 Conqueror III 3730 Enterprise F1 3724 Liberator III

Did you know?“Squash" comes from the Narragansett Native American word askutasquash, which means"eaten raw or uncooked."

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Summer Squash - Yellow (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

3734 Prelude II 3715 Dixie F1 3770 Summerpac F1

Scalloped

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

3781 Sunny Delight F1 40 Scalloped Yellow Early squash for its great taste and versatility 2½ - 3" long with distinct scalloping.

3793 Yellow Bush Scallop 49 Scalloped Bright Yellow Bush-type plants that produce nice yields. Can be used at the immature stage for minivegetable or at any point thereafter. Creamy texture and very flavorful.

3775 Sunburst F1 50 Scalloped Deep Yellow May be harvested full-size or baby for vegetable dishes. 2½" in depth and 3" in diameter. Plant is compact and open for easy picking.

3781 Sunny Delight F1 3793 Yellow Bush Scallop 3775 Sunburst F1

Squash —Flesh is not the only edible part of this product; the seeds of almost all squash are edible, flavorful, and highly nutritious. They are usually dried or roasted and seasoned with salt and seasonings to make an excellent snack, or simply used as a garnish for soups & salads. Alternately, the seeds are ground and made into butter, squash seed oils, and squash seed meal.

Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

3734 Prelude II F1 40 Semi-Crookneck Yellow Transgenic: Pronounced semi-crookneck on a vigorous, medium bush plant. The fruit are smooth and very attractive. PM, WMV, ZYMV resistant.

3715 Dixie F1 41 Crookneck Yellow Dependable performance with consistent high quality.

3727 Golden Summer 42 Crookneck Yellow Heirloom: Bush type plant produces tender and flavorful fruit with narrow curved neck.Crookneck Yellow darkens with maturity.

3737 Gold Star F1 42 Semi-Crookneck Golden Yellow Deep, golden color. Very smooth, glossy skin. Plant is open and vigorous with reduced spines. CMV, PM.

3777 Sundance F1 45 Crookneck Yellow Compact plants produce heavy yields all season long.

3770 Summerpac F1 47 Crookneck Bright Yellow An excellent replacement for Multipik F1. Very smooth skin with few warts. Nearly spineless bush habit. Bred to withstand heat.

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Yellow CrookneckVariety 100 500 1,000 5,000 15,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3715 Dixie F1 5.20 16.90 26.00 25.00 23.00

3723 Fancycrook F1 6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 —

3737 Gold Star F1 6.20 20.15 31.00 30.00 28.00

3734 Prelude II F1 — 32.50 50.00 49.00 47.00

3770 Summerpac F1 4.80 15.60 24.00 23.00 22.00

3777 Sundance F1 4.00 13.00 20.00 19.50 19.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3727 Golden Summer 3.00 6.75 17.00 16.00Crookneck

Yellow - MiscellaneousVariety 100 500 1,000 5,000 15,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3709 Flying Saucer F1 7.20 23.40 36.00 35.00 33.00

3747 Moonbeam F1 4.20 13.65 21.00 20.00 19.00

3746 One Ball 7.20 23.40 36.00 — —Premium F1

3729 Papaya Pear F1 9.80 31.85 49.00 — —(Treated)

3775 Sunburst F1 6.80 22.10 34.00 33.00 31.00

3781 Sunny Delight F1 9.80 31.85 49.00 48.00 46.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3759 Juane et Verte 6.00 15.50 40.00 39.00

3790 White Bush Scallop 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.50

3793 Yellow Bush Scallop 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.50

Summer Squash - Yellow

Yellow ZucchiniVariety 100 500 1,000 5,000 15,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3710 49er F1 4.60 14.95 23.00 22.00 20.00

3761 Butta F1 7.40 24.05 37.00 36.00 34.00

3753 Cube of Butter F1 5.40 17.55 27.00 26.00 25.00

3750 Golden Delight F1 8.00 26.00 40.00 39.00 37.00

3720 Gold Rush F1 9.60 31.25 48.00 46.00 45.00

3739 Sebring Premium F1 6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 28.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3708 Burpee Golden Zucchini 3.60 9.75 26.00 25.00

Yellow StraightneckVariety 100 500 1,000 5,000 15,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3713 Amberpic F1 5.00 16.25 25.00 24.00 23.00

3760 Conqueror III F1 14.60 47.45 73.00 72.00 70.00

3731 Cougar F1 10.20 33.15 51.00 50.00 48.00

3730 Enterprise F1 5.00 16.25 25.00 24.00 23.00

3743 Fortune F1 4.60 14.95 23.00 22.00 21.00

3724 Liberator III F1 — 33.80 52.00 51.00 49.00

3732 Lioness F1 4.60 14.95 23.00 22.00 21.00

3728 Multipik F1 4.60 14.95 23.00 22.00 21.00

3742 Precious II F1 4.60 14.95 23.00 22.00 21.00

3771 Superpik F1 4.80 15.60 24.00 23.00 22.00

3794 Zephyr F1 5.60 18.20 28.00 27.00 26.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3711 Early Prolific 3.00 7.00 18.00 17.00Straight Neck

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Relative Variety Days Type Color Characteristics

3746 One Ball Premium F1 35 Round Golden Yellow Yellow companion to Eight Ball. Very attractive, 3" round, golden yellow with a green scar.Its open bush makes for easy picking.

3729 Papaya Pear F1 40 Pear Shaped Bright Yellow Semi-Bush plant produces early. Fruit shape similar to a papaya with its widest section near (Treated) the blossom end.

3709 Flying Saucer F1 50 Patty Pan Yellow Unique star-shaped squash with radiating points and a striped variegated green center. (with green stripes) Prolific fruit set and can be harvested from baby to mature size.

3790 White Bush Scallop 50 Scalloped White Bush type plant produces good yields. Creamy texture and very flavorful.

3759 Juane et Verte 55 Scalloped Cream w/green stripes A beautiful, French heirloom. A very flavorful summer squash but can also be baked at full hard shell maturity as a winter squash.

Summer Squash - Yellow (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

3746 One Ball Premium F1 3729 Papaya Pear F1 3709 Flying Saucer F1 3759 Juane et Verte

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Acorn

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3806 Autumn Delight F1 70 Acorn 6" x 5" Dark Green/Black This very strong semi-bush plant produces high quality fruit with large deep ribs. Beautiful butter-colored flesh has a delicious flavor.

3890 Sweet Reba F1 70 Acorn 1 - 2 lbs. Dark Green/Black Great color and excellent eating quality. Semi-bush plant. Strong PM resistance.

3877 Table Gold 70 Acorn 5" / 1 - 2 lbs. Bright Gold Heirloom: Highly productive. Very tender with a fantastic nutty flavor.

3882 Table Treat F1 70 Acorn 1½ - 2 lbs. Black / Green Small open bush plant. High sugar fruit is large, slightly flattened withoutstanding eating quality. PM resistant.

3815 Batwing Acorn F1 75 Acorn 5 - 6" Dark Green / Orange Unique hybrid with excellent shelf life and color-holding ability. Marketable eating quality while very ornamental.

3884 Taybelle PM F1 78 Acorn 6 - 7" Dark Green / Black Semi-bush plant. Provides uniform size throughout its picking period. PM resistant.

3813 Ebony Acorn 80 Acorn 1½ - 2 lbs. Dark Green / Black Heirloom: Early and very dark with thick walls and small seed cavity. Fleshis deep-orange and fine-textured with excellent flavor.

3875 Table Ace F1 - 80 Acorn 6" x 5" / 1½ lbs. Dark Green Very flavorful with good storage ability. Flesh has almost no fibers orFarmore stringiness. Grows on a semi-bush plant.

3878 Table King Bush 80 Acorn 6" x 7" / 2 lbs. Dark Gray / Green Grows on a vigorous, compact bush. Fruit is hard, glossy, ribbed with thick, pale-orange flesh. Flavor improves in storage.

3831 Cream of the 85 Acorn 3 lbs. Creamy white Compact bush plant. Uniform size, shape and color with long storage life. Crop F1 Cream colored flesh has a delicious, mild nutty flavor.

3836 Carnival F1 85 Acorn 1 - 1½ lbs. Green, Gold, Yellow Uniquely flecked colored skin is unusual. Flesh gold, smooth, sweet, and nutty. Semi-dwarf plants produce good yields.

3880 Table Queen 85 Acorn 1 - 2 lbs. Dark Green Hard, thin rind and medium deep ribs. Has light yellow to deep orange sweet,dry, thick flesh with a small seed cavity.

3826 Celebration F1 90 Acorn 1½ lbs. Gold w/ Orange stripes Excellent eating quality (high sugar content). Bush plant produces strong yields. PM resistant.

3847 Heart of Gold F1 100 Acorn 3 lbs. Cream w/ green stripes Striped like Sweet Dumpling, heart shaped, with fine sweet flesh. Yields 35% higher than Sweet Dumpling. Semi-bush plant.

WINTER SQUASH — Listed by Type / Maturity

3882 TableTreat F1 3815 Batwing Acorn F1 3875 Table Ace F1 3826 Celebration F1

Buttercup / Kabocha

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3876 Sun Spot F1 75 Buttercup / Kabocha 4" x 6" / Red / Orange with Fruit has outstanding dry, dark orange flesh. The small vine1 - 1½ lbs. light stripes provides prolific yields of uniform fruit. PM resistant.

3805 Bon-Bon F1 85 Buttercup / Kabocha 4 - 5 lbs. Dark Green Early maturing with very sweet, thick orange flesh are produces by an upright, semi-bush plant. PM resistant.

3824 Bush Buttercup - 85 Buttercup / Kabocha 3 - 5 lbs. Dark Green-Blue An upright bush plant. Thick, deep, yellow-orange flesh is very sweet andEmerald Strain dry, excellent eating quality.

3848 Jade F1 3859 Orange Dawn F1 3876 Sun Spot F1

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Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3848 Jade F1 85 Buttercup / Kabocha 4" x 6" / Dark Green / Black A true semi-bush plant. Superior eating quality, dry flesh with very nutty2 - 3 lbs. flavor. Has an extended storage life and is very adaptable.

3873 Sweet Mama F1 85 Buttercup / Kabocha 2 - 3 lbs. Very Dark Green Moderately thick sweet yellow flesh is nutty and dry. Distinct bush type withsingle vine, short internodes. Excellent storage ability.

3859 Orange Dawn F1 90 Buttercup / Kabocha 6" x 3" / Bright Orange Excellent chestnut flavor. Bright colored rind. Semi-Bush plant produces 2 - 3 lbs. abundantly.

3881 Space Station F1 90 Buttercup / Kabocha 7 x 4" / Black/Green Flesh is very sweet and dry with excellent color and quality.3½ lbs.

3804 Autumncup F1 95 Buttercup / Kabocha 3 lbs. Dark Green Deep orange flesh is very sweet. Excellent for storage. Semi-bush plant.

3871 Sunshine F1 95 Buttercup / Kabocha 3 - 5 lbs. Deep Scarlet Beautifully colored fruits are slightly flat-round. Has a vigorous, short vine. Tender flesh is smooth, sweet, and bright orange.

3825 Buttercup 110 Buttercup / Kabocha 7" x 5" / Dark Green Plant somewhat bush-like and compact. Slight light green striping on skin. Burgess 3 lbs. Sweet orange flesh is dry and sweet.

Butternut

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Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3811 Betternut 900 F1 80 Butternut 8 - 9" / 3 lbs. Light Tan Good flesh color and uniformity on a semi-bush plant. More uniform fruit size than others in its class. PM resistant.

3823 Bugle 80 Butternut 10" / 3 lbs. Light Tan Excellent quality, uniform fruit. Semi-Bush plant habit. Powdery Mildewresistance.

3837 Early Butternut F1 85 Butternut 8" Light Tan / Buff Compact vine produce impressive yields. Flesh is deep reddish-orange andextremely sweet. Excellent storage variety.

3858 Nicklow's Delight F1 85 Butternut 2 - 3 lbs. Buff / Tan Semi-bush with a narrow vine spread. Uniform in size, with good color.Black Rot and CMV Resistance.

3808 Avalon Premium F1 88 Butternut 7" x 3" / 4 - 5 lbs. Buff / Tan Uniform shape with fine grained orange flesh. Vining plant habit.

3895 Victory F1 88 Butternut 7" / 2½ lbs. Buff / Tan Attractive tan skin and classic butternut shape are very uniform. The flesh is fine textured, deep orange and sweet.

3889 Ultra F1 90 Butternut 15" / 10 lbs. Buff / Tan Fruit is extra large. Produces many fruit on each vine. Flesh is orange,fine-grained and sweet.

3891 Ultra HP Premium F1 90 Butternut 5" x 15" / 10 lbs. Buff / Tan Fruit are variable in shape and often curved. Flesh is fine and sweet, darkorange in color. Long day conditions produce curved necks.

3829 Big Chief F1 95 Butternut 4 - 5 lbs. Light Tan / Buff Good replacement for Butternut Supreme. Large fruit with great appearance. PM resistant.

Winter Squash (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

3804 Autumncup F1 3871 Sunshine F1 3873 Sweet Mama F1

3823 Bugle F1 3837 Early Butternut F1 3895 Victory F1 3891 Ultra HP Premium F1

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Cushaw

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3814 Autumn Colors 100 Cushaw 12" x 28" / Orange & Green on A hybrid cushaw with early maturity and exceptionally bright colors. Cushaw F1 15 - 18 lbs. White background

3827 Cushaw White 110 Cushaw 15 - 20 lbs. White w/ Pale Curved neck. Thick yellow flesh makes it excellent for making pies. Also yellow stripes known as the Jonathon Pumpkin and White Salem Pumpkin.

3830 Cushaw Green Striped 110 Cushaw up to 40 lbs. Cream / mottled Large, bulb-shaped fruits with curved neck. Light yellow flesh is slightly green stripes sweet, thick, medium-coarse, and fibrous.

3832 Cushaw Tri-Color 110 Cushaw 12 - 15 lbs. Dark Green, Golden Stunning combination of dark green, golden-yellow, and white stripesyellow, and white running from the stem to the blossom end.

Delicata

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3812 Bush Delicata 80 Delicata 8" x 4" White w/Green Stripes Bush habit plants. Excellent eating quality. Flesh is sweet and smooth and stores well. PM resistant.

3834 Delicata 100 Delicata 3" x 7 - 9" Cream w/ green Heirloom: Fruit has a fine, sweet potato-like flavor. Has dark green1½ - 2 lbs. stripes longitudinal stripes and flecks and stores extra-well.

3838 Festival F1 100 Delicata 4 - 5" / Yellow, Green, Vining habit, Carnival type with fewer oversized fruit, similar color and1½ - 2 lbs. Orange flesh quality. Shape is between an acorn and Sweet Dumpling.

3857 Mardi Gras F1 100 Delicata 4" x 5" / Tan-Orange Bush version of the very popular hybrid Festival. Wonderfully colored.1½ - 2 lbs. w/ green stripes PM resistant.

3872 Sweet Dumpling 100 Delicata 3½ - 4½ " Creamy White A delicious, highly ornamental hybrid. Orange flesh is smooth and tasty.7 - 8 oz. w/ Green Stripes

Winter Squash (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

3814 Autumn Colors Cushaw F1 3830 Cushaw Green Striped 3832 Cushaw Tri-color

3834 Delicata3812 Bush Delicata 3838 Festival F1

Butternut (cont.)Relative

Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3896 Waltham Butternut 95 Butternut 3 - 6 lbs. Buff / Tan Prized for its straight necks, rich dry yellow-orange flesh, nutty flavor, andhigh-yielding vines. Fruits are exceptional keepers.

3809 Atlas F1 100 Butternut 5 - 7 lbs. Buff Produces high yields of large, uniformly sized, cylindrical fruit, with darkorange flesh and small bulb end. Restricted vine.

3856 Neck Pumpkin 120 Butternut 24 - 30" Buff / Tan Butternut-type with very long neck and sweet tasting orange flesh.

Squash Blossoms— Are edible flowers, raw or cooked. Both summer and winter squash blossoms can be battered and fried in a little oil and tastewonderful. Harvest only the male blossoms unless the goal is to reduce production.

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Hubbard

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3819 Blue Magic F1 85 Hubbard 5" x 6" / Blue-Gray Semi bush plant . Yellow flesh and a fresh, nutty flavor. 2½ - 3 lbs.

3866 Red Kuri 92 Hubbard 4 - 7 lbs. Red Beautiful scarlet teardrop shape and smooth textured flesh. Yields 2 to 3 fruits per plant.

3846 Hubba-Hubba F1 95 Hubbard 2 - 2¼ lbs. Bright Orange Unique, attractive miniature Hubbard. Bush plant produces high yields.

3840 Golden Delicious 100 Hubbard 10 - 14" x 8" Red-Orange Rind is hard and smoother than Golden Hubbard. Flesh is dry, fine grained,9 - 10 lbs. light orange and good quality.

3851 Hubbard (True Green) 100 Hubbard 12" x 9 - 10" Dark Bronze-Green Coarsely warted hard globular fruit with pointed ends. Vigorous vines.

3817 Chicago Warted 105 Hubbard 13" x 10" Dark Green Thickly covered with heavy warts , a hard shell, and true Hubbard shape. 12 - 16 lbs. Golden-yellow flesh is fine-grained, thick, dry and sweet.

3843 Golden Hubbard 105 Hubbard 11" x 9" Red-Orange Tasty flesh is dry with fine-grained flesh. Keeps extremely well. up to 10 lbs. w/ Tan stripes Smaller than most hubbards, slightly warted.

3820 Blue Hubbard 110 Hubbard 12" x 7" / Blue-Gray Fruit has globular seed cavity end points . Rind is hard, thick warted with7 - 10 lbs. slight rib. Flesh orange with fine texture and sweet flavor.

3821 Blue Hubbard 120 Hubbard 20 - 30" Blue-Gray Similar characteristics to "Blue Hubbard" but much larger.New England 30 - 45 lbs.

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Spaghetti

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3868 Small Wonder F1 70 Mini-Spaghetti 1½ - 2 lbs. Yellow - Orange Very early. Perfect single serving squash. Very uniform oval shape. Excellent flavor and storage ability. Compact plant habit.

3893 Vegetable Spaghetti 90 Spaghetti 7 lbs. Cream - Yellow Heirloom: Produces nice yields of cylindrical fruit on vigorous spreading vines.

3894 Vermicelli F1 90 Spaghetti 8 - 10" Yellow - Buff Tan Bush vines produce rounded cylindrical fruit. Highly productive. Stringy flesh has good flavor.

3869 Stripetti F1 95 Spaghetti 12" / 4 lbs. Tan / Orange Cross between Delicata and Vegetable Spaghetti. Attractive rind matures w/ green stripes from tan to orange.

3888 Tivoli F1 98 Spaghetti 6" x 10" / 6 lbs. Pale Yellow Smooth exterior. The bush plant is highly compact, provides high yield potential.

Winter Squash (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

3819 Blue Magic F1 3866 Red Kuri 3846 Hubba Hubba F1 3820 Blue Hubbard

3868 Small Wonder F1 3894 Vermicelli F1

Spaghetti Squash —The flesh of spaghetti squash iscomposed of long thin spaghetti-likestrings. When cooked, the crisp, tender,strands yield a mild lightly sweet and fresh taste. The larger the vegetable,the thicker the strands and the moreflavorful the taste.

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Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3849 Lakota 85 Ornamental 8" x 9" Orange w/ dark Stunning winter squash. Fine grained orange flesh is sweet and nutty. green stripes Excellent for baking.

3850 Marina De Chioggia 85 Ornamental 6" x 7" / 7 - 8 lbs. Dark Green A beautiful Italian heirloom with ridges and bumps on the skin (like a warted turban). A wonderful ornamental for fall.

3802 American Tondo 90 Ornamental 4 - 6 lbs. Deep Orange A beautiful ribbed ornamental squash with deep-orange skin and green stripesw/green stripes between the prominent ribs.

3803 Amish Pie 90 Ornamental up to 60 - 80 lbs. Light Orange Shaped like a giant acorn (heart-shaped). Firm and moinst flesh can be up to5" thick. Excellent for pies and processing.

3807 Austrailian Butter 90 Ornamental up to 60 - 80 lbs. Pale Orange Ribbed and apple or heart shaped. Thick, dense flesh is high quality, starchy, and great for baking.

3845 Guatemalan 90 Banana 18 - 20" / 5 lbs. Dark Blue Flesh is golden-yellow, thick, and firm. Excellent table quality.Blue Banana w/ light stripes

3862 Peanut 90 Ornamental 6 ½ x 11" Pink Warted Sweet, moist orange flesh. Peanut-like warts continue to grow and cover(Galeuse d'Eysines) 10 - 20 lbs. the entire fruit.

3879 Strawberry Crown 90 Ornamental 6 lbs. Brown Bi-color Great color with a blush of salmon at the crown. Flesh is thick, sweet, andflavorful.

3854 Kamo-Kamo 95 Ornamental 7" diameter Yellow-Orange Unique ornamental squash is edible as well as decorative. w/ green streaks Round/oval with very distinctive broad ribs. Green streaky spots between

the ribs.

3870 Speckled Hound 95 Ornamental 3 - 6 lbs. Medium Orange w/ Dense yellow-orange flesh has surprisingly great taste. Oblate in shape on an Green-Blue Splotches open vine plant.

3839 Grey Ghost F1 100 Ornamental 12 - 15 lbs. Gray This variety is uniquely decorative with a flattened bottom. Grows on a vigorous vining plant, producing good yields of uniform fruit.

3852 Jarrahdale 100 Ornamental 6 - 10 lbs. Slate Gray Fruit has heavy, rounded ribs and beautiful skin. Thick, medium sweet flesh good for long storage.

3867 Queensland Blue 100 Ornamental 10 - 20 lbs. Blue Beautiful variety from Australia. Skin is deeply ribbed all around the sides.Flat top and bottom. Semi-sweet flesh is thick and flavorful.

3886 Turks Turban 100 Ornamental 7 x 8" / Cream, Green, Heirloom: Ornamental and edible. As the name suggests, it forms a distinctive 3 - 4 lbs. Yellow, Orange, Red cap or turban.

MISCELLANEOUS / NOVELTY / ORNAMENTAL SQUASH — Listed by Maturity

3850 Marina de Chioggia3845 Guatemalan Blue Banana 3862 Peanut 3879 Strawberry Crown

3854 Kamo Kamo 3870 Speckled Hound 3839 Grey Ghost 3886 Turks Turban

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Miscellaneous / Novelty / Ornamental Squash (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Variety Days Type Size / Shape Color Characteristics

3899 Yugoslavian Fingers 100 Ornamental 4 - 5 lbs. Cream White Ten finger-like points on large, fluted acorn type fruit. Extremely ornamental and rare.

3887 Triway 103 Ornamental 12 - 15 lbs. Blue / Gray This rare variety is three-lobed. Flesh is very thick, excellent quality for piesor as a vegetable squash.

3864 Pink Banana Jumbo 105 Banana 30+" / up to 50 lbs. Pink Heirloom. Plant produces good yields of huge banana shaped fruit.

3853 Long Island Cheese 108 Ornamental 6 - 10 lbs. Tan Heirloom: Medium-large, lightly ribbed and flattened. Smooth skin withslender woody stem. Looks like a wheel of cheese. Deep orange flesh makesit a great pie squash.

3874 Red Warty Thing 110 Ornamental 14" / 20 lbs. Bright Orange Very decorative. Good eating Hubbard type flesh, very hard, thick rind.Beautiful warty rind.

3865 Silver Edged 110 Ornamental 5 - 10 lbs. White w/ green Fruit is attractive and ornamental (flesh not palatable). Silver edged seeds are mottled stripes very nutritious and flavorful.

3835 Dickenson 120 Ornamental up to 40 lbs. Buff / Tan Blocky oblong "cheese-type." Slightly ribbed. Flesh is sweet and orange. Often used for pies.

3855 La Estrella F1 125 Calabasa 10 lbs. Green, Tan, and Excellent color. Nearly rib-less. Flavorful and stores well.Red-Orange

3860 Naples Long 125 Ornamental 20 - 25 lbs. Deep Green Large fruit with bright orange flesh. Deep green skin turns tan in storage.

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Harvested squash and pumpkins are still very much alive even though they are mature and have beenremoved from the vine. When handled properly Hubbard squash can be stored for at least 6 months.

Optimum Storage Conditions for Winter Squash & Pumpkin: All pumpkins and Winter squash should be well matured,carefully handled, and free from injury or decay. Recommended conditions for storage of pumpkin and Winter squash are 50 to 55°F (10 to 13 °C). At higher temperatures of 59 to 68 °F (15 to 20 °C ), green varieties will become undesirably yellow and acquire astringiness of the flesh. The Relative humidity (RH) should be 50 to 70%. Higher RH promotes decay while lower RH causes excessweight loss and texture deterioration. Pumpkins generally do not keep as well as hard-shelled Winter squashes. Most cultivars ofWinter squash and pumpkins cannot be stored for at least 2 to 3 months.

3899 Yugoslavian Fingers 3887 Triway 3864 Pink Banana Jumbo 3874 Red WartyThing

3855 La Estrella 3853 Long Island Cheese 3865 Silver Edged

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Winter Squash

AcornVariety 100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3806 Autumn Delight F1 6.60 21.50 33.00 32.00 30.00

3836 Carnival F1 7.25 23.40 36.00 35.00 33.00

3826 Celebration F1 5.40 17.50 27.00 26.00 24.00

3831 Cream of the crop F1 5.40 17.50 27.00 26.00 24.00

3847 Heart of Gold F1 6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 27.00

3890 Sweet Reba 10.40 33.75 52.00 45.00 40.00

3875 Table Ace F1 - 5.40 17.50 27.00 26.00 25.00Farmore

3882 Table Treat F1 5.00 16.25 25.00 24.00 22.00

3884 Taybelle PM F1 5.40 24.00 37.00 36.00 35.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3815 Batwing Acorn F1 9.75 24.95 64.00 62.00

3813 Ebony Acorn 3.00 7.75 20.00 19.50

3877 Table Gold 4.40 11.30 29.00 28.00

3878 Table King Bush 4.25 10.95 28.00 27.00

3880 Table Queen 3.50 8.95 23.00 22.00

Buttercup / Kabocha100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3804 Autumncup F1 9.50 31.25 48.00 47.00 45.00

3805 Bon-Bon F1 13.00 42.00 65.00 63.00 60.00

3881 Space Station F1 13.75 44.75 69.00 67.00 64.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3824 Bush Buttercup - 6.00 15.60 40.00 39.00Emerald Strain

3825 Buttercup Burgess 3.75 9.35 24.00 23.00

3848 Jade F1 11.40 29.25 75.00 73.00

3859 Orange Dawn F1 12.25 31.25 80.00 78.00

3871 Sunshine F1 24.25 62.25 160.00 157.00

3876 Sun Spot F1 21.50 55.35 142.00 140.00

3873 Sweet Mama F1 24.25 62.25 160.00 157.00

Winter Squash (cont.)

DelicataVariety 100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000

Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3812 Bush Delicata 5.75 18.75 29.00 28.00 27.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3834 Delicata 5.75 14.75 38.00 36.00

3838 Festival F1 12.95 33.15 85.00 83.00

3857 Mardi Gras F1 12.00 30.75 79.00 77.00

3872 Sweet Dumpling 5.35 13.75 35.00 34.00

Hubbard 100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3846 Hubba-Hubba F1 9.00 30.75 47.00 46.00 45.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3820 Blue Hubbard 4.25 10.95 28.00 26.00

3821 Blue Hubbard 6.75 17.50 45.00 43.00New England

3819 Blue Magic F1 10.25 26.75 69.00 67.00

3817 Chicago Warted 4.10 10.50 27.00 26.00

3840 Golden Delicious 3.75 9.75 25.00 24.00

3843 Golden Hubbard 3.75 9.75 25.00 24.00

3851 Hubbard (True Green) 4.10 10.50 27.00 25.00

3866 Red Kuri 5.25 13.25 34.00 33.00

Butternut100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3809 Atlas F1 5.80 18.75 29.00 28.00 26.00

3808 Avalon Premium F1 5.25 16.90 26.00 25.00 23.00

3811 Betternut 900 F1- 5.40 17.50 27.00 26.00 24.00Farmore

3829 Big Chief F1 6.40 20.75 32.00 31.00 29.00

3837 Early Butternut F1 6.60 21.50 33.00 32.00 30.00

3889 Ultra F1 5.80 18.75 29.00 28.00 26.00

3891 Ultra HP Premium F1 5.40 17.50 27.00 26.00 24.00

3895 Victory F1 6.80 22.00 34.00 33.00 31.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3823 Bugle 9.25 23.50 60.00 58.00

3856 Neck Pumpkin 5.00 12.90 33.00 31.00

3858 Nicklow's Delight F1 8.95 23.00 59.00 58.00

3896 Waltham Butternut 4.25 10.95 28.00 27.00

Cushaw1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or

more @

3814 Autumn Colors Cushaw F1 10.95 28.00 72.00 70.00

3827 Cushaw White 7.50 19.50 50.00 48.00

3830 Cushaw Green Striped 3.75 9.75 25.00 24.00

3832 Cushaw Tri-Color 7.50 19.25 49.00 47.00

Spaghetti100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3868 Small Wonder F1 6.75 22.00 34.00 33.00 31.00

3869 Stripetti F1 6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 27.00

3888 Tivoli F1 6.00 19.50 30.00 29.00 27.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3893 Vegetable Spaghetti 4.00 10.50 27.00 26.00

3894 Vermicelli F1 11.40 — — —

Miscellaneous / Novelty / Ornamental

Variety 100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @

3839 Grey Ghost F1 9.50 30.00 47.00 45.75 44.00

3854 Kamo-Kamo 12.00 39.00 60.00 58.75 57.00

3855 La Estrella F1 7.00 22.75 35.00 34.00 33.00

3870 Speckled Hound 7.50 24.75 38.00 37.00 36.00

1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3802 American Tondo

3803 Amish Pie

3835 Dickenson

3845 Guatemalan Blue Banana

3852 Jarrahdale

3849 Lakota

3853 Long Island Cheese

3850 Marina De Chioggia

3860 Naples Long

3862 Peanut (Galeuse d'Eysines)

3864 Pink Banana Jumbo

3867 Queensland Blue

3874 Red Warty Thing

3865 Silver edged

3879 Strawberry Crown

3887 Triway

3886 Turks Turban

3899 Yugoslavian Fingers

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10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

11.50 29.25 75.00 73.00

6.00 15.25 39.00 38.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

6.85 17.50 45.00 44.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

10.75 27.25 70.00 68.00

4.50 11.75 30.00 29.00

6.85 17.50 45.00 44.00

12.00 30.75 79.00 77.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

10.50 26.75 69.00 67.00

11.40 29.25 75.00 73.00

4.75 12.00 31.00 30.00

12.95 33.25 85.00 83.00

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Variety Relative Stem CharacteristicsDays Color(s)

3915 Lucullus 52 White Very attractive yellowish-green crumpled leaves. Stalks are long, rounded. The buttery baby leaves are a nice addition to a salad mix.

3935 White Cloud 52 White Smooth, thick, broad snow white stalks and midrib. Tender when young. Very tasty and crunchy when grown to full maturity. Leaves are medium dark-green and lightly crumpled when young and more crumpled at maturity. Height is22-25 inches. Heat tolerant.

3916 Northern Lights 54 Gold, Red, Crinkled, lightly savoyed green leaves on 22 - 25" plants. Very beautiful and ornamental. Mix Magenta, White

3905 Bright Lights 55 Gold, Pink, Orange, Stem colors have bright and pastel variations. Lightly savoyed, green or bronze leaves. Taste is milder than ordinary chard,Purple, Red, White with each color a bit different. Somewhat less frost hardy than normal for chard.

3910 Fordhook Giant 55 White Thick, medium green, leaves are tender, savoyed, and fleshy.

3920 Perpetual 55 Green Produces fine-textured spinach-like leaves with much smaller stems than other chards. Leaves are smooth rather thancrumpled or curled.

3908 Five Color 60 Yellow, Pink, Orange, Beautiful variety of popular colors. Mild taste varies by color.Australian Red, White

3917 Orange Fantasia 60 Orange Dark green, shiny leaves with brilliant orange veins. Color holds well when cooked.

3919 Peppermint 60 Pink Striped Uniform, dark green savoy leaves with bottom petiole in beautiful pink.

3923 Pink Lipstick 60 Magenta The stems and petioles are a true magenta pink. Color intensity may vary with light conditions. Leaf is savoyed, excellentfor salad packs.

3930 Rhubarb 60 Scarlet Red A favorite with Italian cooks for years because of its beautiful bright green leaves with red veining. Leaves and stems are (Ruby Red) both delicious.

Relative Days Characteristics

4100 Tomatillo Verde 60 Green 2 - 3" fruit has unique sweet-sour flavorand is encased in a papery husk. Vines grow 8-ft.

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3905 Bright Lights 8.00 22.75 65.00 62.00

3908 Five Color Australian 3.75 9.75 25.00 24.00

3910 Fordhook Giant 2.75 4.75 12.00 11.50

3915 Lucullus 2.75 4.50 13.00 12.50

3916 Northern Lights Mix 4.25 10.50 27.00 26.00

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or more @

3917 Orange Fantasia 3.50 9.00 23.00 22.00

3920 Perpetual 3.00 7.50 19.00 18.00

3923 Pink Lipstick 3.25 8.25 21.00 19.00

3930 Rhubarb (Ruby Red) 3.25 8.25 21.00 19.00

3935 White Cloud 3.25 8.25 21.00 19.00

1/16 oz. 1/4 oz. 1 oz. 1/4 lb.

2.75 7.00 17.25 50.00

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SWISS CHARD — Listed by Maturity

TOMATILLO

Aal: Alternaria stam canker caused by Alternaria alternata f.sp. LycopersiciFol: Fusarium Wilt caused by the specified races of Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. LycopersiciFor: Fusarium crown & root rot caused by Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. Radicis-lycopersiciM: Root knot caused by Meloidogyne arenaria, M. incognita, M. javanica nematodesPi: Late light caused by Phytophthora infestansPst: Bacterial speck caused by Pseudomonas syringae pv. tomatoSs: Gray leaf spot caused by Stemphylium solaniToMV Tomato mosaic caused by Tomato mosaic tobamovirusTMV: Tobacco mosaic caused by Tobacco mosaic tobamovirusTSWV: Tomato spotted wilt cause by Tomato spotted wilt tospovirusTYLCV: Tomato yellow leaf curl caused by Tomato yellow leaf curl virusV: Verticilium wilt caused by the specified race of Verticilium albo-atrum, V. dahliaeXcv: Bacterial spot cause by Zanthromonas campestris pv. Vesicatoria

TOMATOES — Disease Reaction Codes

@ Price Per Pound

3905 Bright Lights 3917 Orange Fantasia 3919 Peppermint 3923 Pink Lipstick

4100 Tomatillo Verde

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Variety Relative Size Shape Disease CharacteristicsDays

4010 Bush Early Girl F1 54 6 - 7 oz. Oblate Fol(1,2), M, V Deep red exterior and interior color with excellent flavor. Compact plant habit.

4030 First Pik F1 64 8 oz. Globe Fol(1), V Heavy yielding. Dark red interior.

4021 Bush Champion II F1 65 9 - 12 oz. Oblate Aal, Fol(1), Ss, V Compact plant (24" tall) yields plenty of big, meaty tomatoes with excellent flavor.

4052 Pilgrim F1 65 8 oz. Globe Fol(2), V Compact plant provides good yields of smooth fruit.

4096 Debut F1 66 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), V, Xcv Smooth shoulders and small blossom end scar.

4097 Sunshine F1 66 8 - 9 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss V Smooth, firm fruit. Plant provides a concentrated set and good foliage cover.

4008 Applause F1 67 8 - 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1), M, V Heavy bearing plants set early. Rich flavor with excellent appearance.4008P Applause F1 - Pelleted

4071 Primo Red F1 68 8 ½ oz. Deep Globe Fol(1,2), TMV, TSWV, V Early maturing with an extended set. Very firm, smooth fruit have good color. Good for High Tunnel.

4079 Mt. Spring F1 69 9 oz. Deep Globe Fol(1), V Plant produces good yields. Fruit are firm and resist blossom end rot. 4079P Mt. Spring F1- Pelleted

4084P Springfield F1- 69 9 oz. Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, TMV, V Firm fruit with outstanding crack resistance.Pelleted

4091 Sun Leaper F1 69 8 - 9 oz. Globe Fol(1,2), V Hot Set: Fruit set under very stressful conditions and high temperatures.

4050 Patio F1 70 4 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1) Large yields. Dwarf plant habit, excellent for containers.

4066 Empire F1 70 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), M, Ss, TMV, V Heavy-concentrated fruit set. Crack-resistant. Can harvest pink.

4069 Joker F1 70 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), M, TMV, V Large size with extended shelf life.

4092 Sunbrite F1 70 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V High yield potential. Compact vine provides adequate foliage cover. Fruit is firm with uniform shoulders and excellent smoothness.4092P Sunbrite F1 - Pelleted

4016 Celebrity F1 72 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), M, Ss, TMV, V Firm fruit with great flavor. Performs well under adverse conditions.

4000 Charger F1 72 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1-3), Ss, TYLCV, V Produces richly colored, deep red fruit with good flavor and smooth shoulders. Plants are medium to tall with wide adaptability.

4074 Florida 91 F1 72 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V Hot Set: Strong, healthy vine with heat-set capabilities and large, firm fruit.Uniform green shoulders.

4072P Mt. Glory F1 72 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), Ss, TSWV, V Produces large fruit with refined blossom end and smooth shoulders.

4075 Phoenix F1 72 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V Hot-set: Good leaf cover and high-quality, large, uniformly-colored fruit.

4114 Red Deuce F1 72 10 oz. Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, ToMV, V Smooth with excellent eating quality. Uniformly ripen to a deep red color. Good foliage cover and heat tolerance.

4044 Solar Fire F1 72 10 oz. Flat Globe Fol(1,2,3), Ss, V Hot Set: Compact plants yield glossy crack resistant fruit.

TOMATOES

4010 Bush Early Girl F1 4030 First Pik F1 4021 Bush Champion II F1 4097 Sunshine F1

4071 Primo Red F1 4092 Sunbrite F1 4072 Mt. Glory F1

Tomatoes - Red Fresh Market Determinate Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

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Variety Relative Size Shape Disease CharacteristicsDays

4083 Spitfire F1 72 10 oz. Flat Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V Produces good yields of large, crack resistant, intense crimson red fruit.

4090 Sunchief F1 73 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss V Excellent fruit quality, firmness, smooth shoulders and a small blossom-end scar. Fine yield potential with good foliage cover.

4019P Christa F1- Pelleted 74 10 - 12 oz. Deep Globe Fol(1,2,3), M, TSWV, V Heavy yields of firm large to extra-large fruit. Ripen to uniformly deep redwithout green shoulders.

4022 Betterbush F1 74 5 oz. Flat Globe Fol(1), M, V Very sweet and meaty. Strong central stem capable of supporting with littleneed for staking.

4031 BHN 589 F1 74 8 - 10 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), TMV, V Great flavor, high yielding, and high quality. Excellent for use in high tunnels. Resists cracking.

4034 BHN 961 F1 74 8 - 10 oz. Globe Fol(1,2), V Smooth fruit with exceptional flavor. Vigorous plant provides plenty of cover.

4080 Ofri F1 74 10 - 14 oz. Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), TYLCV, V Heavy setting beef type. Uniform, firm, small stem and blossom end scars.

4032 Red Defender F1 75 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2),Ss, TSWV, V Adaptable variety with excellent firmness & shelf life Smooth fruit, good deep color.

4035 Rocky Top F1 75 9 - 10 oz. Globe Fol(1,2,3), Ss, V Great eating quality. Well adapted for vine ripe and greenhouse/high tunnelproduction.

4038 Scarlet Red F1 75 10 - 12 oz. Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss V Smooth, extra-large, firm and fancy fruit — Meaty intense red flesh with rich flavor.

4051 Pik Rite F1 75 8 - 10 oz. Globe Fol(1,2), M, V Produces highly concentrated yields of smooth, large fruit. Superior foliage cover.

4070 Florida 47 F1 75 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V Exceptionally firm and uniform. Extra large and smooth. Well adapted, vigorous plant.4070P Florida 47 F1 - Pelleted

4029 Linda F1 75 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), V, Ss Produces high yields on a stong plant with excellent fruit cover. Fruit are smooth with uniform green shoulders ans small blossom end.

4041 Quali-T 23 F1 76 8 oz. Globe Fol(1,2), Ss, TMV, V Fruit has green shoulders and excellent firmness. Long season, withstands high temperatures.

4015 Celebrity Supreme F1 77 8 - 12 oz. Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), M, Ss, Celebrity type with uniform green shoulders and excellent crack resistance and TMV, V eating quality.4015P Celebrity Supreme F1 - Pelleted

4018P BHN 602 F1 - Pelleted 77 10 - 12 oz. Globe Fol(1,2,3), TSWV, V Produces high yields with outstanding flavor. Often preferred for fall production.

4045P Talladega F1 77 8 - 10 oz. Globe Fol(1,2), TSWV, V Hot Set: Very productive beef hybrid. Sizes well with heavy set. Firm fruit with good cover.

4048 Mt. Pride F1 77 8 - 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1), Ss, V Fruit has excellent flavor, firm and crack resistant. Plants provide great foliage cover.

4082 Redline F1 77 10 - 12 oz. Globe Fol(1,2,3), SS, TSWV, V Very firm fruit with a small blossom end scar and smooth shoulders. Intended for mature green and vine-ripe production.

4153 RFT 6153 F1 77 8 - 10 oz. Globe Fol(1,2), Ss, V Good eating quality and fancy appearance. Great for shipping tomato. Firm enough for vine-ripe.

4075 Phoenix F1 4114 Red Deuce F1 4019P Christa F1 4080 Ofri F1

4032 Red Defender F1 4038 Scarlet Red F1 4076 Mt. Fresh Plush F1 4009 Biltmore F1

Tomatoes - Red Fresh Market Determinate Hybrids (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Tomatoes — need at least 8 hours of direct sun daily. They germinate best at 75° F to 90° F(very slowly at cooler temperatures).Germination temperature: 60° F to 95° F.

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4004 Champion II F1 4039 Jetsetter F1 4037 Jet Star F1 4003 Big Beef F1

Tomatoes - Red Fresh Market Indeterminate Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Tomatoes - Red Fresh Market Determinate Hybrids (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Disease Characteristics

4067 Fabulous F1 77 8 - 12 oz. Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, TMV, V Holds well during shipping. Outstanding taste.4067P Fabulous F1 - Pelleted

4076 Mt. Fresh Plus F1 77 8 - 16 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), M, V Cool and wet condition tolerant. Vigorous plants provide plenty of leaf cover. 4076P Mt. Fresh Plus F1 - Pelleted

4077 Mt. Fresh F1 77 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), V Tolerant to cracking and blossom end rot.4077P Mt. Fresh F1 - Pelleted

4089 Sunguard F1 77 9 - 10 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Pst, Ss, V Fruit has consistent size, good firmness, and excellent red color.

4094 Sun Pride F1 78 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss V Extensive foliage to provide sun scald protection.

4007 Amelia F1 80 10 - 12 oz. Oblate Fol(1,2,3), TSWV, V Good plant cover. Smooth attractive fruit are firm and uniform. Crack resistant.4007P Amelia F1 - Pelleted

4009 Biltmore F1 80 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V Tasty and smooth fruit are firm with small blossom end scar. Strong Determinate.

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Disease Characteristics

4020 Early Girl F1 54 4 - 5 oz. Globe Fol (1,2), V Sets firm, great tasting fruit early and throughout the season.

4078 Early Doll F1 54 5 oz. Globe — Very early production of bright red round fruit.

4161 Early Goliath 58 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol (1,2), N, Ss, TMV Very productive with excellent taste, color, appearance, and disease resistance.(GVS 266) F1

4004 Champion II F1 62 10 oz. Round Aal, Fol(1,2), M, Meaty, delicious, flavorful, and prolific.TYLCV, TMV, V

4039 Jetsetter F1 64 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), M, S Large, high yielding plants produce big, meaty fruit with very rich tomato taste.s, TMV, V

4026 Fantastic F1 65 6 oz. Globe Aal Produces heavy yields of medium size, crack resistant fruit. Great for canning.

4036 Husky Red F1 68 5 - 7 oz. Globe Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss, V Excellent flavor — Adaptable to pot / tub culture.

4042 Luscious Lady F1 68 7 - 8 oz. Globe Aal Early and very productive.

4012 Cobra F1 72 7 oz. Deep Globe Fol(1,2), Ss, TMV, V Large, smooth fruit, vigorous vine with abundant foliage. Resists cracking. Great for Greenhouses.

4037 Jet Star F1 72 6 - 8 oz. Globe Fol(1), V Sturdy plants produce large quantities of clean, tasty fruit generally free of cracksand scars.

4003 Big Beef F1 73 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1,2), M, Full flavor, mostly blemish-free, large size.Ss, TMV, V

4001 Better Boy F1 75 8 oz. Deep Globe Fol(1), M, V Deep red, meaty. Widely adapted.

4006 Burpee's Big Boy F1 78 8 - 9 oz. Deep Oblate — Long time favorite. Crack resistant. Great flavor.

4017 Grandma's Pride F1 78 8 - 12 oz. Irregular Fol (1), M, Ss “Heritage type” with medium to large fruit and heavy lobes. (Mr. Ugly)

4061 Supersonic F1 79 6 - 8 oz. Oblate Fol(1), V Heavy yields, great tasting, smooth, and crack free.4061P Supersonic F1 - Pelleted

4005 Beef Master F1 80 20 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1), M, Ss, Xcv Italian beefsteak with outstanding taste. Produces excellent yields of very largetomatoes.

4060 Supersteak F1 80 1 - 2 lbs. Flat Round Fol (1), M, V Huge meaty fruit have rich full flavor and are crack resistant. Plants are high yielding.

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DeterminateRelative

Variety Days Size Shape Disease Characteristics

Yellow4086 Sunny Boy F1 70 5 oz. Globe — Bright yellow with very few seeds. Fruit are sweet and ship well. Widely adaptable.

4065 Carolina Gold F1 75 10 - 12 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), V Unique golden-yellow fruit is low in acid and uniform. Very adaptable, crack resistant.4065P Carolina Gold F1 - Pelleted

Indeterminate

Pink4053 Pink Girl F1 76 8 oz. Deep Oblate Aal, Fol(1), Ss, V Smooth pink hybrid. Good yields. Very flavorful and juicy.

4011 Pink Brandymaster 80 10 oz. Round Fol(1), V Fruit are firm and juicy with rich flavor. Widely adapted.

Yellow4160 Sunny Goliath 70 6 - 7 oz. Globe Fol(1), V Beautiful deep golden orange color. Very firm and flavorful.

(Jubilation) F1

4040 Lemon Boy F1 72 6 oz. Round Aal, Fol (1), Plant produces good yields of large, bright, lemon yellow tomatoes that are veryM, Ss, V flavorful.

4113 Tye-Dye F1 78 6 oz. Round Aal, Ss, V Bi-Color Gold and Red. Provides the great heirloom flavor found in Big Rainbow and Pineapple but with greater yields, uniformity, and disease resistance.

4001 Better Boy F1 4006 Burpee's Big Boy F1 4061 Supersonic F1 4005 Beef Master F1

Tomatoes - Red Fresh Market Indeterminate Hybrids — Listed by Maturity

Tomatoes - Specialty Fresh Market Hybrids — Listed by Type / Maturity

4086 Sunny Boy F1 4065 Carolina Gold F1 4053 Pink Girl F1

4011 Pink Brandymaster F1 4040 Lemon Boy F1 4113 Tye Dye F1

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Determinate

4071 Primo Red F1 68 8½ oz. Deep Globe Fol(1,2), TMV, TSWV, V Early maturing with an extended set. Very firm, smooth fruit have good color.

4031 BHN 589 F1 74 8 - 10 oz. Deep Oblate Fol(1,2), TMV, V Great flavor, high yielding, and high quality. Excellent for use in high tunnels.Resists cracking.

4035 Rocky Top 75 9 - 10 oz. Globe Fol(1,2,3), Ss, V Great eating quality. Well adapted for vine ripe and greenhouse/high tunnel4305P Rocky Top F1-pelleted production.

Indeterminate4012 Cobra F1 72 7 oz. Deep Globe Fol(1,2), Ss, TMV, V Large, smooth fruit, vigorous vine with abundant foliage. Resists cracking.

Relative Variety Days Size Size Disease Characteristics

DeterminateRed4056 Mariana F1 70 4 - 6 oz. Cylindrical Aal, Fol(1,2), Ss High yielding with a good fruit set. Extremely uniform shape, firm with thick walls.

Very good flavor.

4057 Window Box 70 2 - 3 oz. Cylindrical Fol(2), M, Pst, Ss, V Container variety. Very compact plant habit. Great for sauce.Roma F1

4073 Health Kick F1 72 4 oz. Cylindrical Aal, Fol(1,2), Pst, Ss, TMV Healthy eating / 50% more lycopene.

4055 Picus F1 75 4 oz. Cylindrical Aal, Fol(1), Ss, TSWV, V Hot Set: Vigorous plant provides good cover. Fruit is uniform and blocky.

4085 Puebla F1 75 2½ - 3 oz. Cylindrical Fol(1,2), M, Pst, V Very firm with excellent flavor.

4068P BHN 685 F1 - 76 4 - 5 oz. Oval Fol(1,2,3), TSWV, V Vigorous bush plant. Very large fruit. Pelleted

4047P Plum Crimson F1 - 80 2½ - 3 oz. Cylindrical Fol(1,2.3), V Contains the homozygous crimson gene for early dark red interior color. Pelleted High lycopene content.

Yellow4093 BHN 901 F1 76 3 - 4 oz. Cylindrical Fol(1,2), For, Pst, V Bright shade of true yellow. Large plant produces heavy set of uniformly colored

and sized fruit.

IndeterminateRed4058 Super Marzano F1 69 4 - 5 oz. Cylindrical Fol(1,2), M, Pst, TMV, V Large fruit excellent for paste and sauce. High yielding.

Yellow4023 Eldorado F1 65 4 oz. Cylindrical — Yellow with pointed ends. Perfect for processing or fresh use. Adds interesting

color to salsas.

4071 Primo Red F1 4031 BHN 589 F1 4035 Rocky Top F1 4012 Cobra F1

Tomatoes – High Tunnel / Greenhouse Hybrids — Listed by Type / Maturity

4056 Mariana F1 4073 Health Kick F1 4055 Picus F1 4093 BHN 901 F1

Tomatoes - Roma Hybrids — Listed by Type / Maturity

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Tomatoes - Grape and Cherry Hybrids — Listed by Type / Maturity

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Disease Characteristics

DeterminateGrape4024 Jolly Elf F1 65 ½ - ¾" Red Grape Fol(2), V Very popular and early. Extended market life, firm. Good for low stake culture.4024P Jolly Elf F1 - Pelleted

Cherry4087 Sweet Baby Girl F1 65 ¾ oz. Red Cherry TMV Enhanced sugar and high flavors with minimal cracking for high yields.

4098 Tumbling Tom 70 1 oz. Red Cherry — Hanging basket tomato. Has a weeping habit so it dangles about 2 feet over the Red F1 sides of containers. Well branched, about 6 to 8" wide.

4099 Tumbling Tom 70 1 oz. Yellow Cherry — Hanging basket tomato. Similar description to Tumbling Tom Red with lower acidYellow F1 and beautiful golden-yellow color.

IndeterminateGrape4014 Cupid F1 59 ½ - 1 oz. Red Grape Aal, Fol(1), Pst, Ss Vigorous plant sets clusters of uniform oval-shaped fruit with high sugar content

and excellent red color.

4095 Sweet Mojo F1 59 1/3 oz. Baby Grape — Excellent, sweet flavored fruit with good texture. Resists cracking and is very uniform.

4025 Mini Charm F1 60 up to ½ oz. Red Grape Fol (1,2), TMV, V Cluster grape with a long shelf life. Can bear 20 - 50 fruits per cluster with highsugar content.

4028 Juliet F1 60 2 oz. Large Red Grape As, Pi Large grape. Deep red, shiny fruit. Good crack resistance and shelf life. 4028P Juliet F1 - Pelleted

4033 Sweet Hearts F1 60 ¼ oz. Red Grape Fol(1), TMV Brilliant red, very uniform, excellent flavor with hi-brix. Impressive yields withcontinuous sets and full clusters. Excellent shelf life and crack resistant.

4081 Tami G F1 60 ½ - ¾ oz. Red Grape — Vigorous plant picks over extended period. Fruit very sweet with brix 8 - 11%.

4027 Smarty F1 69 ½ - 1 oz. Red Grape Fol(1), V Intense red-colored grapes with high sugar, full flavor, and great texture. Resistant4027P Smarty F1 - Pelleted to splitting.

4049 Solid Gold F1 70 ½ - 1 oz. Yellow Grape — Outstanding flavor for a grape tomato. Sweet taste with a hint of acid. Firm, cracktolerant.

4088 Morning Light F1 75 up to ½ oz. Yellow Grape — Prolific grape with true yellow color. Extended harvest period. Single stem pruning recommended.

Cherry4059 Sweet Million F1 65 1 oz. Red Cherry Fol(1,2), TMV Very sweet and flavorful. Outstanding yields. Crack resistant.

4002 Mt. Magic F1 66 2 oz. Bright Red Aal, Fol (0,1,2), PI, V High yielding with sweet flavor. Uniform, crack and Late blight resistant. Compactindeterminate.

4062 Supersweet 100 F1 70 1 oz. Red Cherry Fol(1), TMV, V Nice sugary flavor. Scarlet fruit are produced in long pendulous clusters right up to frost. 4062P Supersweet 100 F1 - Pelleted

4064 Tomatoberry 75 up to ½ oz. Red Triangular — Fruits have a beautiful, deep red color with broad shoulders tapering to a blunt pointGarden F1 at the blossom end, giving them a heart-like appearance.

4024 Jolly Elf 4087 Sweet Baby Girl 4095 Sweet Mojo F1 4033 Sweet Hearts

4081 Tami G F1 4049 Solid Gold F1 4002 Mt. Magic F14064 Tomatoberry

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Tomatoes - Hybrid - Red Fresh Market Hybrids

Variety 100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000 100,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

Determinate4007 Amelia F1

4007P Amelia F1 - Pelleted

4008 Applause F1

4008P Applause F1 -Pelleted

4022 Better Bush F1

4031 BHN 589 F1

4018P BHN 602 F1 -Pelleted

4034 BHN 961 F1

4009 Biltmore F1

4021 Bush Champion II F1

4010 Bush Early Girl F1

4016 Celebrity F1

4015 Celebrity Supreme F1

4015P Celebrity Supreme F1-Pelleted

4000 Charger F1

4019P Christa F1- Pelleted

4096 Debut F1

4066 Empire F1

4067 Fabulous F1

4067P Fabulous F1-Pelleted

4030 First Pik F1

4070 Florida 47 F1

4070P Florida 47 F1 -Pelleted

4074 Florida 91 F1

4069 Joker F1

4029 Linda F1

4077 Mt. Fresh F1

4077P Mt. Fresh F1- Pelleted

4076 Mt. Fresh Plus F1

4076P Mt. Fresh Plus F1 -Pelleted

4072P Mt. Glory F1-Pelleted

4048 Mt. Pride F1

4079 Mt. Spring F1

4079P Mt. Spring F1- Pelleted

4080 Ofri F1

4050 Patio F1

4075 Phoenix F1

4051 Pik Rite F1

4052 Pilgrim F1

4071 Primo Red F1

4041 Quali-T 23 F1

4032 Red Defender F1

4114 Red Deuce F1

4082 Redline F1

4153 RFT 6153 F1

4035 Rocky Top F1

4035P Rocky Top F1- Pelleted

4038 Scarlet Red F1

4044 Solar Fire F1

4083 Spitfire F1

Variety 100 500 1,000 5,000 25,000 100,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @ Seeds @ Seeds @

Determinate (cont.)4084P Springfield F1-

Pelleted

4091 Sun Leaper F1

4094 Sun Pride F1

4092 Sunbrite F1

4092P Sunbrite F1 - Pelleted

4090 Sunchief F1

4089 Sunguard F1

4097 Sunshine F1

4045P Talladega F1

Indeterminate4005 Beef Master F1

4001 Better Boy F1

4003 Big Beef F1

4006 Burpee's Big Boy F1

4004 Champion II F1

4012 Cobra F1

4078 Early Doll F1

4020 Early Girl F1

4161 Early Goliath(GVS 266) F1

4026 Fantastic F1

4017 Grandma's Pride F1 (Mr. Ugly)

4036 Husky Red F1

4037 Jet Star F1

4039 Jetsetter F1

4042 Luscious Lady F1

4061 Supersonic F1

4061P Supersonic F1 - Pelleted

4060 Supersteak F1

Specialty Fresh Market HybridsDeterminate4065 Carolina Gold F1

4065P Carolina Gold F1 - Pelleted

4086 Sunny Boy F1

Indeterminate4040 Lemon Boy F1

4011 Pink Brandymaster

4053 Pink Girl F1

4160 Sunny Goliath(Jubilation) F1

4113 Tye-Dye F1

Roma HybridsDeterminate4093 BHN 901 F1

4068P BHN 685 F1 - Pelleted

4073 Health Kick F1

4056 Mariana F1

4055 Picus F1

4085 Puebla F1

4047P Plum Crimson F1 - Pelleted

4057 Window Box Roma F1

Indeterminate4023 Eldorado

4058 Super Marzano F1

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds @ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

15.40 50.05 77.00 73.95 68.75 64.00

15.80 51.35 79.00 75.85 70.50 65.60

14.20 46.15 71.00 68.15 63.40 58.95

14.60 47.45 73.00 70.00 65.10 60.50

4.60 14.95 23.00 22.10 20.50 19.10

14.20 46.15 71.00 68.15 63.40 58.95

17.00 55.25 85.00 81.60 75.90 70.60

14.20 46.15 71.00 68.15 63.40 58.95

14.60 47.45 73.00 70.10 65.15 60.60

25.60 83.20 128.00 120.00 — —

7.00 22.75 35.00 33.60 31.25 29.05

7.40 24.05 37.00 35.50 33.05 30.70

9.25 29.90 46.00 44.25 41.25 38.50

9.40 30.50 47.00 45.25 42.25 39.50

13.60 44.20 68.00 65.30 60.70 56.45

15.00 48.75 75.00 72.00 66.95 62.25

13.80 44.85 69.00 66.25 61.60 57.30

6.80 22.10 34.00 32.65 30.35 28.25

7.60 24.75 38.00 36.50 34.00 —

7.75 25.35 39.00 37.50 35.00 —

3.60 11.70 18.00 17.30 16.05 14.95

12.00 39.00 60.00 57.60 53.55 49.80

12.60 40.95 63.00 60.50 56.25 52.30

15.00 48.75 75.00 72.00 66.95 62.25

7.60 24.70 38.00 36.50 33.95 31.55

10.00 32.50 50.00 48.00 44.65 41.50

8.40 27.30 42.00 — — —

8.60 27.95 43.00 — — —

8.60 27.95 43.00 41.30 38.40 35.70

9.00 29.25 45.00 43.20 40.20 37.35

13.20 42.90 66.00 63.35 58.90 54.80

4.00 13.00 20.00 19.20 17.85 16.60

8.00 26.00 40.00 38.40 35.70 33.20

8.20 26.65 41.00 39.35 36.60 34.05

15.00 48.75 75.00 72.00 66.95 62.25

7.00 22.75 35.00 34.00 33.00 31.00

16.60 53.95 83.00 79.70 74.10 68.90

4.60 14.95 23.00 22.10 20.55 19.10

5.60 18.20 28.00 26.90 25.00 23.25

13.80 44.85 69.00 66.25 61.60 57.30

7.20 23.40 36.00 34.55 32.15 29.90

15.80 51.35 79.00 75.85 70.50 67.50

13.20 42.90 66.00 63.35 58.90 54.80

13.20 42.90 66.00 63.35 58.90 54.80

10.00 32.50 50.00 48.00 44.65 41.50

11.20 36.40 56.00 53.75 50.00 46.50

11.60 37.70 58.00 55.70 51.80 48.15

13.40 43.55 67.00 64.30 59.80 55.65

13.80 44.85 69.00 66.25 61.60 57.30

5.80 18.85 29.00 27.85 25.90 24.10

4.80 15.60 24.00 23.00 21.00 20.00

6.00 — — — — —

9.60 31.20 48.00 46.10 42.85 39.85

9.80 31.85 49.00 47.05 43.75 40.70

10.00 32.50 50.00 48.00 44.65 41.50

13.00 42.25 65.00 62.40 58.05 53.95

11.80 38.35 59.00 56.65 52.70 49.00

13.20 42.90 66.00 63.35 58.90 54.80

10.20 33.15 51.00 48.95 45.55 42.35

5.80 18.85 29.00 27.85 25.90 24.10

6.00 19.50 30.00 28.80 26.80 24.90

7.00 22.75 35.00 33.60 31.25 29.05

6.60 21.45 33.00 31.70 29.45 27.40

7.00 22.75 35.00 33.60 31.25 29.05

39.00 126.75 195.00 190.00 — —

3.80 12.35 19.00 18.25 16.95 15.80

4.80 15.60 24.00 23.05 21.45 19.95

7.80 25.35 39.00 37.45 34.80 32.40

4.20 13.65 21.00 20.15 18.75 17.45

17.60 57.20 88.00 84.50 78.55 73.05

6.20 20.15 31.00 29.75 27.70 25.75

4.80 15.60 24.00 23.05 21.45 19.95

5.00 16.25 25.00 24.00 22.30 20.75

3.60 11.70 18.00 17.30 16.05 14.95

4.60 14.95 23.00 22.10 20.55 19.10

4.80 15.60 24.00 23.05 21.45 19.95

6.00 — — — — —

9.60 31.20 48.00 46.10 42.85 39.85

9.80 31.85 49.00 47.05 43.75 40.70

4.20 13.65 21.00 20.15 18.75 17.45

6.20 20.15 31.00 29.75 27.70 25.75

4.20 13.65 21.00 20.15 18.75 17.45

5.80 18.85 29.00 27.85 25.90 24.10

7.80 25.35 39.00 37.45 34.80 32.40

25.00 81.25 125.00 116.25 — —

13.00 42.25 65.00 62.40 58.05 53.95

15.20 49.40 76.00 — — —

9.20 29.90 46.00 44.15 41.05 38.20

8.00 26.00 40.00 38.40 35.70 33.20

9.80 31.85 49.00 47.05 43.75 40.70

9.00 29.25 45.00 — — —

12.40 40.30 62.00 59.50 55.35 51.50

7.80 25.35 39.00 37.45 34.80 32.40

4.20 13.65 21.00 20.15 18.75 17.45

5.00 16.25 25.00 24.00 22.30 20.75

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Relative Variety Days Habit Color Size Characteristics

4242 Moskvich 60 Indet. Deep Red 4 - 6 oz. Early and cold tolerant. Great color with small stem scar.

4110 Mr. Stripey 60 Indet. Red-Yellow 1 - 3 lbs. Yellow fruit with red stripes on rough shoulder.

4256 Oregon Spring 60 Deter. Red 5 - 6 oz. Great in cool weather. Firm and meaty fruit. Nearly seedless.

4255 New Yorker 64 Deter. Red 4 - 6 oz. Cool weather variety. Disease resistant: V.

4103 Bradley 65 Semi-Deter. Red 7 oz. Juicy flesh resists cracking, holds well.

4143 Prudens Purple 67 Indet. Dark Pink 1 lb. Potato-leafed. Ridged skin with firm flesh.

4132 Legend 68 Deter. Red 8 oz. Strong tolerance to late blight. Glossy and uniform.

4118 Black Krim 69 Indet. Dark Maroon 8 oz. Dark color with green shoulders. Wonderfully rich flavor.

4107 Cherokee Purple 72 Indet. Pink-Purple 6 - 12 oz. Sweet rich flavor. Deep pink/purple w/ green shoulders.

4122 Green Zebra 72 Indet. Green 3 - 4 oz. Tangy flavor. Ripe when yellow blush emerges.

4243 Mt. Gold 72 Deter. Yellow 8 - 12 oz. Outstanding appearance and holding ability. Mild low acid flavor. Fol(1,2) resistant.4243P Mt. Gold - Pelleted

4116 Black From Tula 75 Indet. Brown-Red 10 - 14 oz. Brownish red with rich full flavor.

4123 Burbank Red Slicing 75 Deter. Deep Red 4 - 8 oz. Excellent yields of beautiful fruit with traditional bold flavor.

4121 Dr. Wyche's 75 Indet. Golden Yellow 1 lbs. Produces heavy yields of large fruit with meaty flesh and rich flavor.

4109 Evergreen 75 Indet. Green 8 oz. Skin ripens to yellow. Flesh remains green inside.

4112 Garden Peach 75 Indet. Yellow 1 - 3 oz. Fuzzy skin (like a peach) with good flavor.

4267 Rose 75 Indet. Deep Pink 10 - 12 oz. Strong plants produce large, meaty beefsteak fruit with good leaf cover.

4154 Valencia 76 Indet. Orange 8 - 10 oz. Fruit are round and smooth with few seeds. Excellent flavor and texture.

4295 Yellow Stuffer 76 Indet. Yellow 4 - 8 oz. Looks like a yellow bell pepper.

Grape / Cherry Hybrids

Variety 50 Seeds 100 Seeds 500 Seeds 1,000 Seeds 5,000 Seeds @ 25,000 Seeds @

Determinate4024 Jolly Elf F1

4024P Jolly Elf F1 - Pelleted

4087 Sweet Baby Girl F1

4098 Tumbling Tom Red F1

4099 Tumbling Tom Yellow F1

Indeterminate4014 Cupid F1

4028 Juliet F1

4028P Juliet F1 - Pelleted

4025 Mini Charm F1

4088 Morning Light F1

4002 Mt. Magic F1

4027 Smarty F1

4027P Smarty F1 - Pelleted

4049 Solid Gold F1

4062 Supersweet 100 F1

4062P Supersweet 100 F1 - Pelleted

4033 Sweet Hearts F1

4095 Sweet Mojo F1

4059 Sweet Million F1

4081 Tami G F1

4064 Tomatoberry Garden F1

@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

Tomatoes - Open Pollinated / Heirloom — Listed by Type / Maturity

4107 Cherokee Purple 4121 Dr. Wyche's 4232 Kellogg’s Breakfast 4118 Black Krim

103

21.00 68.25 105.00 — — —

21.40 69.55 107.00 — — —

7.80 25.35 39.00 37.45 — —

11.80 38.35 59.00 — — —

13.00 42.25 65.00 — — —

29.00 94.25 145.00 — — —

7.60 24.70 38.00 37.00 36.00 —

8.00 26.00 40.00 39.00 38.00 —

15.00 48.75 75.00 — — —

11.00 35.75 55.00 — — —

30.00 97.50 150.00 145.00 — —

23.00 74.75 115.00 110.00 — —

24.00 78.00 120.00 115.00 — —

29.00 94.25 145.00 140.00 — —

6.40 20.80 32.00 31.00 29.00 —

6.60 21.45 33.00 32.00 30.00 —

33.00 107.25 165.00 — — —

33.00 107.25 165.00 — — —

6.40 20.80 32.00 31.00 29.00 —

17.00 55.25 85.00 — — —

37.00 120.25 185.00 — — —

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Roma / Pear

Relative Variety Days Habit Color Size Characteristics

4101 Amish Paste 74 Indet. Bright Red 8 - 12 oz. Delicious flesh is juicy and meaty. Great for sauce.4147 Sausage 75 Indet. Red 6 - 8 oz. Can grow up to 6" long. Great for paste and sauce.4266 Roma 76 Deter. Red 4 oz. Nearly seedless, great for sauce and canning.

Relative Variety Days Habit Color Size Characteristics

4216 Delicious 77 Indet. Red 1 - 1½ lbs. Large, meaty, and juicy. Resists cracking.

4220 Flora-Dade 77 Deter. Red 7 oz. Excellent in hot, humid climate. Firm and smooth fruit.

4212 Burpee Long-Keeper 78 Indet. Orange-Red 6 oz. Excellent for winter storage.

4119 Black Brandywine 80 Indet. Mahogany 12 - 16 oz. Deep color, great flavor, potato leaf foliage.

4104 Black Prince 80 Indet. Garnet 3 - 5 oz. Distinctive, rich, fruity tomato flavor.

4106 Boxcar Willie 80 Indet. Red 10 oz. Smooth red fruit with old fashioned flavor.

4105 Brandywine 80 Indet. Pink-Red 1 - 1½ lbs. Flesh is light rosy pink and wonderfully delicious.

4115 German Johnson 80 Indet. Red-Pink up to 1 lb. Red-Pink fruit, very smooth on top.

4127 Homestead 80 Deter. Red 7 - 8 oz. Large plants have heavy foliage. Fruit is firm and meaty.

4231 Jubilee 80 Indet. Gold 8 oz. Deep gold color. Low acidity, sweet and meaty.

4232 Kellogg's Breakfast 80 Indet. Orange 1 - 2 lbs. Large beefsteak with rich flavor. Very productive.

4238 Marglobe 80 Deter. Red 6 oz. Crack and disease resistant: Fol(1,2), V.

4138 Old German 80 Indet. Red-Yellow 1 - 3 lbs. Red-Orange flesh. Very flavorful.

4150 Tiffen Mennonite 80 Indet. Pink 1 lb. Sweet and tangy flavor, very juicy.

4135 Mortgage Lifter 82 Indet. Pink 2 - 4 lbs. Huge beefsteak. Excellent flavor with low acid.

4208 Beefsteak 83 Indet. Red 2 lb. Probably the most famous tomato. Large and Juicy.

4205 Ace 55 85 Deter. Red 7 - 8 oz. Resists cracking and bruising. Low acid.

4108 Costoluto Genovese 85 Indet. Red 6 oz. Deeply ribbed, Italian heirloom with great taste.

4120 Great White 85 Indet. White 1 lb. Smooth skin, delicious fruity flavor.

4125 Hillbilly 85 Indet. Red-Yellow 2 lbs. Orange, Yellow, and Red with Pink streaks.

4130 Hillbilly Potato Leaf 85 Indet. Yellow-Red 1 lb. Gorgeous bi color beefsteak. Sweet and juicy.

4133 Italian Giant Beefsteak 85 Indet. Red 1 lb. High yielding. Very flavorful and meaty.

4259 Oxheart 85 Indet. Pink 1 lb. Heart shaped. Good flavor and productivity.

4140 Pineapple 85 Indet. Red-Yellow 1 - 2 lbs. Great old fashioned, full bodied flavor.

4261 Ponderosa Pink 85 Indet. Pink 1 lb. Nearly seedless, low acidity and meaty.

4271 Rutgers 85 Deter. Red 6 oz. Smooth, thick, and crack resistant.

4102 Arkansas Traveler 90 Indet. Pink 6 oz. Rough fruit, creamy mild flavor.

4146 Big Rainbow 90 Indet. Yellow-Red 1 - 2 lbs. Huge ribbed fruit with red streaks. Superb flavor.

4155 Yellow Brandywine 95 Indet. Yellow 1 - 1½ lbs. Rich and delicious. Good yields of large fruit.

4241 Kentucky Beefsteak 100 Indet. Orange 1 - 2 lbs. Attractive and flavorful.

Tomatoes - Open Pollinated / Heirloom (cont.) — Listed by Type / Maturity

4154 Valencia 4119 Black Brandywine 4123 Burbank Red Slicing 4140 Pineapple

4156 Yellow Pear 4117 Japanese Black Trifele 4254 Opalka 4276 Striped Roma

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Cherry

Relative Variety Days Habit Color Size Characteristics

4280 Sweetie 60 Indet. Red 1 oz. Very sweet.

4152 Tommy Toe 70 Indet. Red 1 - 3 oz. Large cherry with great flavor. Vigorous plants.

4111 Baby Grape 75 Indet. Red 1+ oz. 1" long plum shaped fruit. Sweet-Spicy flavor.

4131 Isis Candy 75 Indet. Red 1 oz. Yellow cat’s eye starburst on the blossom end.

4144 Red Pear 75 Indet. Red ½ oz. Pear shaped fruits have high acid and are productive.

4263 Red Cherry Large 75 Indet. Red 1 oz. Very productive and flavorful.

Variety 1/16 oz. 1/4 oz. 1 oz. (Approximate seed count in brackets) (625) (2,500) (10,000)

4205 Ace 55

4102 Arkansas Traveler

4208 Beefsteak

4146 Big Rainbow

4119 Black Brandywine

4116 Black From Tula

4118 Black Krim

4104 Black Prince

4106 Boxcar Willie

4103 Bradley

4105 Brandywine

4123 Burbank Red Slicing

4212 Burpee Long-Keeper

4107 Cherokee Purple

4108 Costoluto Genovese

4216 Delicious

4121 Dr. Wyche's

4109 Evergreen

4220 Flora-Dade

4112 Garden Peach

4115 German Johnson

4120 Great White

4122 Green Zebra

4125 Hillbilly

4130 Hillbilly Potato Leaf

4127 Homestead

Tomatoes - Open Pollinated / Heirloom

Variety 1/16 oz. 1/4 oz. 1 oz. (Approximate seed count in brackets) (625) (2,500) (10,000)

4133 Italian Giant Beefsteak

4231 Jubilee

4232 Kellog’s Breakfast

4241 Kentucky Beefsteak

4132 Legend

4238 Marglobe

4135 Mortgage Lifter

4242 Moskvich

4110 Mr. Stripey

4243 Mt. Gold

4243P Mt. Gold-Pelleted (1 oz. = 1,800 Seeds)

4255 New Yorker

4138 Old German

4256 Oregon Spring

4259 Oxheart

4140 Pineapple

4261 Ponderosa Pink

4143 Prudens Purple

4267 Rose

4271 Rutgers

4150 Tiffen Mennonite

4154 Valencia

4155 Yellow Brandywine

4295 Yellow Stuffer

4280 Sweetie 4152 Tommy Toe 4131 Isis Candy 4263 Red Cherry Large

Roma / Pear (cont.)Relative

Variety Days Habit Color Size Characteristics

4156 Yellow Pear 78 Indet. Yellow 4 oz. Heavy yielding. Fruit is distinctive and tangy.4275 San Marzano 80 Indet. Red 4 oz. Excellent for canning, paste, puree. Mild flavor.4117 Japanese Black Trifele 85 Indet. Burgundy 4 - 6 oz. Unusual shape and color. Excellent flavor.4254 Opalka 85 Indet. Red 4 - 6 oz. Excellent flavor and very few seeds make this a perfect processing tomato.

Fruits hold well on the vine. 4276 Striped Roma 85 Indet. Striped / 4 - 6 oz. Striped and speckled red, yellow and orange with few seeds. Fruit have sweet,

Speckled Red true tomato taste.

— 2.95 5.95

4.00 11.00 30.00

— 3.50 9.25

4.00 11.00 30.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

— 3.50 9.25

4.00 11.00 30.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

6.50 17.75 48.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

6.85 18.50 50.00

— 6.75 18.50

6.75 18.50 50.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

— 2.95 5.95

4.00 11.00 30.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

— 3.50 9.25

4.75 12.95 35.00

— 4.25 11.25

6.75 18.50 50.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

11.50 29.25 75.00

— 3.50 9.25

4.75 12.95 33.50

6.75 18.50 50.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

4.75 12.95 33.50

— 3.75 10.00

— 8.75 25.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

4.00 11.00 30.00

— 4.25 11.25

4.00 11.00 30.00

— 4.25 11.25

4.75 12.95 35.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

— 4.25 11.25

4.00 11.00 30.00

6.75 18.50 50.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

4.75 12.95 35.00

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Tomatoes - Open Pollinated / Heirloom (cont.)

Variety 1/16 oz. 1/4 oz. 1 oz. (Approximate seed count in brackets) (625) (2,500) (10,000)

Roma / Pear4101 Amish Paste 4.00 11.00 30.00

4117 Japanese Black Trifele 6.75 18.50 50.00

4254 Opalka 6.75 18.50 50.00

4266 Roma — 4.25 11.25

4275 San Marzano 3.75 10.25 27.75

4147 Sausage 4.00 11.00 30.00

4276 Striped Roma 6.75 18.50 50.00

4156 Yellow Pear 4.00 11.00 30.00

Variety 1/16 oz. 1/4 oz. 1 oz. (Approximate seed count in brackets) (625) (2,500) (10,000)

Cherry4111 Baby Grape 6.75 18.50 50.00

4131 Isis Candy 6.75 18.50 50.00

4263 Red Cherry Large — 4.25 11.25

4144 Red Pear — 4.75 13.00

4280 Sweetie — 8.75 25.75

4152 Tommy Toe 4.00 11.00 30.00

Relative Variety Days Characteristics

4317 Shogoin 30 - 70 Ready in 30 days for greens, 70 days for roots. Roots are 2 - 4 inches and pure white. Very tender, mild white flesh. Erect strap-leaf light tops are 20 inches tall. Thrives in hot, dry weather. Tolerant to aphid damage and lice.

4300 Alamo F1 33 Broad- leafed greens type with wide, smooth leaves. Yields are 50% higher than open pollinated varieties. Excellent regrowth with moderate bolt resistance. Flavor is excellent.

4320 Tokyo Cross F1 35 The extremely early white roots are smooth and globe-shaped. Harvesting can begin when the turnips reach 2 in. across andcontinue until the roots are 6" wide at maturity.

4330 White Lady F1 40 Sweet, tender, and delicious. Bolt resistant. Tops are suitable for greens. Roots are flattened round, pure-white and slow becoming pithy, harvestable at any stage.

4315 Seven Top 45 Best for Turnip Greens. 20 - 22" cut leaf, very dark green. Flesh not edible. Good for stock feed.

4310 Royal Crown F1 52 Faster growing and much more uniform than the OP strains. Dark green tops are short and are well suited for greens. The root is slightly flat-globed and smooth.

4305 Purple Top White Globe 55 The roots grow to good size, 6 inches or more in diameter. They are nearly round and rich purplish red on the upper part of the root. The lower portion is creamy white. Flesh is white, firm, crisp, and of remarkably mild flavor. Suitable for freezing.

4325 White Egg 65 Egg-shaped, this turnip is white with green-white tinted crown. Flesh is crisp, sweet and tender. Useful garden and market variety.

4303 Golden Yellow Globe 75 Globe-shaped, yellow and smooth. Fine-grained fruit with fine flavor.

Variety 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb. 5 lbs. or 25 lbs. or more @ more @

4300 Alamo F1 10.75 27.25 70.00 68.00 65.00

4303 Golden Yellow Globe — 4.75 12.00 11.50 11.00

4305 Purple Top White Globe — 5.50 14.00 13.50 13.00

4310 Royal Crown F1 10.75 27.25 70.00 68.00 65.00

4315 Seven Top — 4.25 11.00 10.50 10.00

4317 Shogoin — 4.25 11.00 10.50 10.00

4320 Tokyo Cross F1 20.25 52.00 — C r o p Fa i l u r e —

4325 White Egg — 4.25 11.00 10.50 10.00

4330 White Lady F1 19.75 50.75 130.00 125.00 120.00

TURNIP — Listed by Maturity

@ Price Per Pound

4300 Alamo F1

4310 Royal Crown F1

4320 TokyoCross F1 4315 SevenTop

Turnips — The first Jack O'Lanterns were not carved from Pumpkins, as they are native to the Americas, but out of Turnips inIreland and Scotland.

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Watermelon Hybrid Diploid - Seeded — Listed by Type / Maturity

Jubilee Type

Relative Variety Days Rind Type Size Shape Flesh Disease Characteristics

4450 Yellow Doll F1 65 Light green w/ narrow, 5 - 7 lbs. Round Yellow — Very sweet, yellow flesh. Semi compact vines. Fruit has a thin rind, dark green stripes not recommended for shipping.

4444 Tiger Doll F1 65 Light green w/ narrow, 9 - 10 lbs. Slightly Bright Red — Sweet flesh with high sugar. Average size vines. Thin rind.dark green stripes Oval Recommended for local markets.

4403 Baby Doll F1 70 Light green w/ narrow, 6 - 10 lbs. Round Bright — This yellow fleshed 6-10 lb. melon is an early maturing icebox type.dark green stripes Yellow Distinctive bright yellow flesh is crisp and extra sweet.

4443 Tiger Baby F1 80 Light green w/ narrow, 7 - 10 lbs. Slightly Pink-Red Fon Icebox type: Highly productive. Attractive fruit have a distinctive dark dark green stripes Oval green striping on a grey-green background. The flesh is very dense.

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Crimson Sweet Type

Relative Variety Days Rind Type Size Shape Flesh Disease Characteristics

4405 Anthem F1 80 Light green rind mottled, 18 lb. Oval Bright Red Co, Fon Superb fruit with high quality flesh and sugar. Rind color stays brightdark green stripes. shiny and beautiful. Great medium length (12 x 8").

4426 Sweet Favorite F1 80 Light green rind mottled, 10 - 15 lbs. Oblong Bright Red Co, Fon Produces strong yields that ripen early. Has finely textured,dark green stripes. sweet flesh with small seeds.

4446 Viking F1 80 Light green rind mottled, 16 lb. Round Deep Red Co, Fon Strong vines support a concentrated set of uniform fruit that are smooth,dark green stripes. Oval glossy and fade resistant. The flesh is sweet and fine textured.

4445 Top Gun F1 83 Light green rind mottled, 21 - 24 lbs. Oblong Red Co, Fon Uniform shape, reliable fruit quality. Excellent seedling vigor. dark green stripes.

4422 Leanca F1 85 Light green rind mottled, 20 lbs. Blocky Deep Red Co, Fon Fine, sweet flesh has great color and small seeds. Well suited for` dark green stripes. Oblong shipping due to strong rind.

4432 Royal Sweet F1 85 Light green rind mottled, 20 - 25 Oblong Bright Red Fon Plants have vigorous medium vines producing uniform fruit with finedark green stripes. quality sweet flesh with small dark seeds. Excellent Shipper.

4430 Shiny Boy F1 90 Light green rind mottled, 20 lbs. Globe Red Vigourous vines can be grown vertically. Great "tropical" flavor withdark green stripes. an excellent smooth and glossy rind.

4427 Sweet Fashion F1 90 Light green rind mottled, 20 - 25 lbs. Blocky Bright Red Co, Fon Vigorous Vines produce great yields of quality fruit with dense,dark green stripes. Oblong flavorful flesh.

WATERMELON

4450 Yellow Doll F1 4403 Baby Doll F1 4443 Tiger Baby F1

4405 Anthem F1 4426 Sweet Favorite F1 4446 Viking F1 4422 Leanca F1

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All Sweet Type

Relative Variety Days Rind Type Size Shape Flesh Disease Characteristics

4434 Stargazer F1 85 Med. green w/dark green 24 - 28 lbs. Elongated Red Co Produces uniform fruit. Planting seed is large, Excellent pollinator for broad mottled stripes Triploid Crimson types.

4435 Sangria F1 85 Med. green w/dark green 20 - 23 lbs. Elongated Deep Red Co, Fon Impeccable taste and sweetness. Abundant yields. Widely adapted.broad mottled stripes

4419 Mardi Gras F1 86 Med. green w/dark green 20 - 25 lbs. Cylindrical Bright Red Co, Fon Strong vine plant produces high sugar fruit with reduced misshapesbroad mottled stripes and curvature.

4433 Jamboree F1 88 Med. green w/dark green 23 - 27 Elongated Bright, Co, Fon Large very uniform fruit. Flesh has nice texture, with medium size,broad mottled stripes Blocky Deep Red dark brown seeds.

4434 Stargazer F1 4435 Sangria F1 4419 Mardi Gras F1 4433 Jamboree F1

Watermelon Hybrid Diploid - Seeded — Listed by Type / Maturity

4404 Bush Sugar Baby 4412 Crimson Sweet 4424 Moon & Stars 4428 Orangeglo

Assorted Watermelon Types

Relative Variety Days Rind Type Size Shape Flesh Disease Characteristics

4439 Splendor F1 60 Med. green w/ thin 7 - 9 lbs. Round Red — Icebox type: Early maturing. Well adapted.dark green stripes

4420 Jade Star F1 75 Med. green w/ thin 13 - 16 lbs. Round Bright Red — Large for type and widely adaptable with good quality.(Pata Negra) dark green stripes

4425 Summer Flavor 82 Med. green w/ thin 22 - 25 lbs. Oblong Bright Red Co, Fon Very good flavor, color, and overall appearance.720 F1 dark green stripes

4436 Star Brite F1 85 Med. green w/ thin 22 - 30 lbs. Blocky Red Co, Fon Flesh has defined crisp texture and is very sweet. High yieldingdark green stripes Oblong vigorous vine.

4420 Jade Star (Pata Negra) F1 #4436 Star Brite F1

Watermelon Diploid - Open Pollinated - Seeded — Listed by Maturity

Disease Reaction CodesCo: Anthracnose

Fon: Fusarium Wilt

Watermelon — A watermelon contains about 6% sugarand 92% water by weight. Many early explores used themas a canteen.

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Documentation Required.See page # Indicated.

½ oz. 1 oz. ¼ lb. 1 lb.

4402 All Sweet

4403 Baby Doll F1 (yellow)

4407 Black Diamond

4401 Bush Jubilee

4404 Bush Sugar Baby

4406 Carolina Cross

4408 Charleston Gray

4412 Crimson Sweet

4410 Early Crimson Treat

4418 Jubilee

4421 Mickeylee

4423 Moon & Stars

4424 Moon & Stars (Yellow)

4439 Splendor F1

4438 Sugar Baby

4440 Sunsugar

4442 Tendersweet Orange

4444 Tiger Doll F1

4451 Yellow Petite

Variety 100 500 1,000 5,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds @

4405 Anthem F1

4420 Jade Star F1 (Pata Negra)

4433 Jamboree F1

4422 Leanca F1

4419 Mardi Gras F1

4428 Orangeglo

4432 Royal Sweet F1

4435 Sangria F1

4430 Shiny Boy F1

4436 Star Brite F1

4434 Stargazer F1

4427 Sweet Fashion F1

4426 Sweet Favorite F1

4443 Tiger Baby F1

4445 Top Gun F1

4446 Viking F1

4450 Yellow Doll F1

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@ Price Per 1,000 Seeds

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Flesh Rind Characteristics

4404 Bush Sugar Baby 65 5 - 8 lbs. Round Red-Orange Dark Green - Icebox type: Very early, with hard tough rind. Distinct stripes whenBlack immature, nearly black at maturity. Drought tolerant vines are compact

and determinate.

4451 Yellow Petite 80 5 -7 Round Bright Yellow Light green w/ Icebox type: Flesh is lightly sweet and refreshing. Tough rind resistsdark green stripes cracking.

4421 Mickeylee 82 10 lbs. Slight Oval Bright Red Light grey/green Icebox type: Tough rind, small black seeded, it has great fruitwith mottled stripes holding ability.

4410 Early Crimson Treat 85 8 - 10 lbs. Round Bright Red Light green w/ Icebox type: Early with excellent quality, yield and rind appearance. dark green stripes

4412 Crimson Sweet 85 15 - 25 lbs. Round Red-Orange Light green w/ Fine-grained flesh with small seeds has excellent flavor. Disease Resistance: dark green stripes Co, Fon.

4438 Sugar Baby 85 8 - 12 Round Bright Red Very dark green Icebox type: Sweet, quality fruit. Firm, solid flesh is crisp and delicious with small, dark brown seeds.

4440 Sunsugar 85 18 - 21 lbs. Blocky Bright Red Dark green with Very productive. Delivers excellent fruit quality. Disease resistance: Co, Fonlight green stripes

4423 Moon & Stars 89 10 - 15 lbs. Oval Pink Dark Green w/bright Heirloom: Bright yellow spots (stars) with one large spot up to silveryellow "stars" dollar size (moon).

4402 All Sweet 90 25 - 30 lbs. Elongated Bright Red Light green w/ Produces good yields with few seeds. Very flavorful, extra sweet, and toughdark green stripes rind helps fruit from bruising. Disease Resistance: Co, Fon.

4406 Carolina Cross 90 50 - 100 lbs. Elongated Bright Red Light green w/ Plants can produce huge watermelons, sometimes as large as 200 pounds.dark green stripes Very flavorful, crisp, bright red flesh.

4407 Black Diamond 90 35 - 50 lbs. Round Bright Red Dark Green - Black High quality flavorful red flesh. Tough rind is bruise, sunburn, and drought resistant.

4408 Charleston Gray 90 20 - 30 lbs. Oblong Red Light greenish-gray Flesh has excellent eating quality that is crisp without fiber. Resistant tosunburn, Co, Fon.

4424 Moon & Stars 90 25 lbs. Oblong Yellow-Orange Dark Green w/ Same color rind as standard Moon & Stars. Larger fruit with tasty flesh.(Yellow) bright yellow

"stars"

4428 Orangeglo 90 25 lbs. Oblong Orange Light green w/ thin Fiery orange flesh is sugary, delicious, and crisp.dark green stripes

4442 Tendersweet 90 35 - 40 lbs. Oblong Deep Orange Dark green with Flesh is crisp and sweet with high sugars. White seed with black Orange light green stripes markings and tips. Holds well on vine.

4401 Bush Jubilee 95 11 - 13 lbs. Cylidrical Deep Red Light green w/ Bush type with compact habit. High yield potential. Disease Resistance:dark green stripes Co, Fon.

4418 Jubilee 95 30 - 40 lbs. Oblong Bright Red Light green w/ Tough rind. Crisp, sweet flesh. Disease resistance: Co, Fon.dark green stripes

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12.40 40.30 62.00 60.15

17.00 55.25 85.00 82.45

13.40 43.55 67.00 65.00

10.60 34.45 53.00 51.40

12.00 39.00 — —

9.80 31.85 49.00 47.55

16.00 52.00 80.00 77.60

13.80 44.85 69.00 66.95

11.80 38.35 59.00 57.25

16.00 52.00 80.00 77.60

15.00 48.75 75.00 72.75

12.00 39.00 60.00 58.20

11.00 35.75 55.00 53.35

17.60 57.20 88.00 85.35

13.00 42.25 65.00 63.05

10.80 35.10 54.00 52.40

17.00 55.25 85.00 82.45

— 5.00 12.75 33.00

24.75 38.00 97.50 250.00

— 4.00 10.50 27.00

— 6.00 15.50 40.00

9.50 14.50 37.00 95.00

12.25 19.00 48.75 125.00

— 4.25 10.95 28.00

— 4.50 11.75 30.00

— 6.75 17.50 45.00

— 3.75 9.75 25.00

7.00 10.75 27.00 69.00

6.00 9.20 23.50 60.00

8.00 12.25 31.25 80.00

19.35 29.75 76.00 195.00

— 4.50 11.75 30.00

7.50 11.50 29.25 75.00

— 4.50 11.75 30.00

24.75 38.00 97.50 25.00

6.00 9.25 23.50 60.00

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Watermelon - Triploid Pollenizer

Variety Characteristics

4448 Ace Non-harvestable: Plant produces long, thin, very sturdy vines with small to medium leaves. The planthabit is ideal as it brings the pollenizer into close proximity with the triploid without creating competition.Blooms profusely and early providing an abundance of pollen over an extended period.

4449 Side Kick Compact and highly branching plants produce a profusion of flowers early and continuously whichensures good pollination and ultimately better seedless quality. The small vines will not interfere withthe seedless varieties and produce very small fruits that are easily crushed when stepped on. The producer recommends a ratio of one Side Kick plant for every three seedless plants.

50 100 500 1,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

12.25 20.25 81.00 135.00

12.25 20.25 81.00 135.00

4449 Side Kick

Watermelon Hybrid Triploid - Seedless — Listed by Color / Maturity

Red

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Rind Flesh Disease Characteristics

4452 Sorbet F1 83 11 - 13 lbs. Round Dark green with Bright Red Co, Fon Produces heavy crops of uniform sized fruit. Rinds are narrow,broad, dark stripes very strong, and hold well. Flesh has superb eating quality.

4455 Cooperstown F1 85 16 - 22 lbs. Oval Green with medium Red Co, Fon Fruit has very firm flesh, excellent interior quality, small immaturegreen stripes seed size. It is extremely uniform in shape and size.

4460 4502 Seedless F1 85 16 - 20 lbs. Oval Light green with Bright Red Fon Strong emergence. Proven high yield and quality.dark green stripes

4471 Ruby F1 85 15 lbs. Oval Medium green with Bright Red Co, Fon Outstanding external appearance with good color retention anddark green stripes improved quality. Produces a heavy, uniform crop. Flesh is very

sweet, crisp, and delicious.

4484 Tri-X Brand 313 F1 85 16 - 18 lbs. Oval Light green with Red — Firm texture and crisp flesh. Sweet with extended shelf life. dark green stripes Widely adapted with proven performance.

4486 Vanessa F1 85 5 - 7 lbs. Round Solid Dark Green Deep Red — "Personal size" fruit. Hi brix flesh with thin rind.

4453 A&C 5244 F1 90 16 - 20 lbs. Blocky Oval Light green with Bright Red Co Rind is thick and tough. The flesh is sweet, very solid, and firm. dark green stripes Very seldom plagued by hollow heart.

4457 Crunchy Red F1 90 15 - 18 lbs. Blocky Round Light green with Dark Pink Co Crimson Sweet type with very firm flesh with a medium thickmeduim green stripes rind. Flesh is dark red, firm and crisp with high sugars.

4478 Triple Prize F1 90 12 - 16 Slightly Oval Medium green with Red Co Sweet interior has medium-fine crisp texture. Large vigorous dark green stripes vines have a concentrated set and provide sunburn protection.

4480 USS 8114 F1 90 15 - 18 lbs. Slightly Oval Light green with Bright Red — Firm flesh with high sugars. Good holding / shipping ability.dark green stripes

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Triploid Watermelons—Do not produce sufficient viable pollen to induce fruit setand development. Pollen from a diploid seeded water-melon or Triploid pollenizer must be provided. Inadequatepollination results in seedless watermelon fruit that aretriangular in shape and of poor quality. It may increase the incidence of "hollowheart.”

4452 Sorbet F1 4486 Vanessa F1 4457 Crunchy Red F1

4448 Ace

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Watermelon - Triploid (seedless)

Variety 50 100 500 1,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

Red4460 4502 Seedless F1 17.25 28.50 115.00 190.00

4453 A & C 5244 F1 16.25 27.00 108.00 180.00

4455 Cooperstown F1 18.00 30.00 120.00 200.00

4457 Crunchy Red F1 22.50 37.50 150.00 250.00

4471 Ruby F1 20.25 33.75 135.00 225.00

4452 Sorbet F1 21.25 35.25 141.00 235.00

4478 Triple Prize F1 18.00 30.00 120.00 200.00

4484 Tri-X Brand 313 F1 20.25 33.75 135.00 225.00

4480 USS 8114 F1 18.00 30.00 120.00 200.00

4486 Vanessa F1 21.75 36.00 145.00 240.00

Variety 50 100 500 1,000Seeds Seeds Seeds Seeds

Orange4475 Orange Crisp 21.25 35.25 141.00 235.00

Yellow4477 Treasure Chest F1 20.25 33.75 135.00 225.00

4489 Yellow Buttercup F1 20.25 33.75 135.00 225.00

Orange

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Rind Flesh Disease Characteristics

4475 Orange Crisp F1 92 14 - 18 lbs. Slightly Oval Light green with Deep Orange — Sweet, crunchy and flavorful. Firm flesh and a thick rind allowdark green stripes for good shipping. Consistent performer with good yield

potential.

Yellow

Relative Variety Days Size Shape Rind Flesh Disease Characteristics

4477 Treasure Chest F1 90 6 - 9 lbs. Round Light green with Bright Yellow — Excellent quality and high yields. Flesh is bright and sweet. dark green stripes

4489 Yellow Buttercup F1 90 14 - 16 lbs. Slightly Oval Medium green with Bright Yellow — Highly regarded crisp, sweet, and dense flesh. dark green stripes

4475 Orange Crisp F1

4489 Yellow Buttercup F1

Watermelon Hybrid Triploid - Seedless (cont.) — Listed by Maturity

Triploid Best Practices —Germination requirements for seedless watermelons are much more precise than for conventionalwatermelon varieties.1. Triploid seed germination requires temperatures above 80°F (compared to 55°F for diploids)2. Seed germination and seedling emergence are slower with seedless varieties making them

extremely susceptible to fungal attack. Excessive water during germination must be avoided. 3. Since field soil temperature at most locations is almost always below 80°F at seeding time (for

spring production) and heavy rains are possible, use of containerized transplants is recommended.

"Seedless" Watermelon —• Triploid seeds have a thicker seed coat than diploid seeds which results in poorer germination

even under the best conditions.

• Triploid transplants are very sensitive to cold injury and other stresses. Consequently, neitherearly germination nor seedling development is as vigorous as for standard diploid plants. Onceestablished, triploid watermelon seedlings show vigorous vegetative growth.

• Under stress conditions, some hard, black seeds may develop. For this reason you may see triploids advertised as “virtually seedless” to warn consumers of the occasional hard, blackseed.

• Since there are few or no seeds to serve as deterioration loci, the melons are slow to developa mealy texture or become overripe which can result in a longer shelf life.

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Asparagus 800 12,800 1/2 oz. 6 - 8 lb. 12 - 18 36 - 72 1/2 15

Bean-bush 100 1,600 1 lb. 60 - 100 lb. 2 - 4 24 - 26 1- 1-1/2 6 - 10

Bean-pole 100 1,600 1/2 oz. 50 lb. 6 - 8 36 - 48 1- 1-1/2 6 - 10

Bean-lima 60 960 1 lb. 60 - 100 lb. 4 - 8 24 - 36 1- 1-1/2 6 - 10

Beet 1,700 27,200 1 oz. 10 - 14 lb. 2 - 4 12 - 24 1/2-1 7 - 14

Broccoli 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 12 - 18 18 - 36 1/4 - 1/2 6 - 10

Brussel Sprouts 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 15 - 18 24 - 36 1/2-1 6 - 10

Cabbage 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 8 - 18 18 - 36 1/4 - 1/2 6 - 10

Carrot 18,000 288,000 1/2 oz. 2 - 3 lb. 1 - 2 18 - 24 1/2 12 - 18

Cauliflower 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 15 - 18 24 - 36 1/4 - 1/2 6 - 10

Celery 70,000 1,120,000 1/8 oz. 1 lb. 6 - 8 24 - 36 1/8 14 - 21

Chard 1,700 27,200 1/2 oz. 2 lb. 6 24 - 36 1/2 7 - 10

Collards 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 1 - 3 lb. 8 - 15 18 - 36 1/2 6 - 10

Corn-sweet 150 2,400 4 oz. 8 - 10 lb. 7 - 10 30 - 36 1-2 7 - 10

Cucumber 1,000 16,000 1/4 oz. 2 - 3 lb. 15 - 36 48 - 72 1-2 6 - 10

Eggplant 6,500 104,000 1/8 oz. 1 lb. 15 - 24 60 1/4 - 1/2 7 - 14

Endive 25,000 400,000 1 oz. 1 - 3 lb. 8 - 12 18 - 24 1/2 10 - 14

Kale 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 12 - 24 18 - 36 1/2 10 - 14

Kohlrabi 8,000 128,000 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 6 - 8 18 - 36 1/2 7 - 10

Leek 9,000 144,000 1/2 oz. 4 lb. 4 - 6 12 - 30 1/2-1 10 - 15

Lettuce-leaf 25,000 400,000 1/4 oz. 1 lb. 6 - 15 12 - 24 1/8 - 1/4 5 - 8

Lettuce-head 25,000 400,000 1/4 oz. 1 lb. 6 - 15 12 - 24 1/8 - 1/4 5 - 8

Muskmelon 1,200 19,200 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 18 - 36 48 - 72 1-2 5 - 10

Mustard 12,000 192,000 1/4 oz. 4 lb. 4 - 8 24 1/4 5 - 10

Okra 500 8,000 2 oz. 8 lb. 18 - 24 42 - 60 1 7 - 14

Onion 7,000 112,000 1 oz. 4 lb. ½ - 3 12 - 18 1/2 7 - 12

Parsley 18,000 288,000 1/4 oz. 3 lb. 3 - 6 8 - 24 1/8 - 1/4 21 - 30

Parsnip 12,000 192,000 1/2 oz. 3 - 4 lb. 2 - 4 12 - 24 1/4 - 1/2 15 - 25

Peas 120 1,920 1 lb. 80 - 140 lb. 1 - 3 24 - 48 1-1/2 6 - 10

Pepper 4,500 72,000 1/8 oz. 1/2 - 1 lb. 15 - 18 24 - 36 1/4 10 - 14

Pumpkin-giant 100 1,600 20 seeds 3/4 - 1 lb. 72 - 96 96 - 120 1 7 - 10

Pumpkin-large 200 3,200 30 seeds 1 lb. 48 - 72 72 - 96 1 7 - 10

Pumpkin-small 300 4,800 50 seeds 1 - 2 lb. 24 - 60 60 - 80 1 7 - 10

Radish 3,400 54,400 1 oz. 10 - 12 lb. 1 9 - 12 1/2 7 - 10

Rutabaga 12,000 192,000 1/4 oz. 2 lb. 6 - 8 15 - 24 1/2 5 - 10

Salsify 1,800 28,800 1/2 oz. 8 lb. 3 15 - 24 1/2 7 - 10

Spinach 2,500 40,000 1 oz. 12 - 15 lb. 1 - 3 12 - 24 1/2 7 - 12

Squash-summer 300 4,800 1/2 oz. 4 - 5 lb. 12 - 36 48 - 72 1 7 - 12

Squash-winter 200-500 3200 - 8,000 1 oz. 2 - 4 lb. 24 - 60 72 - 120 1 7 - 12

Tomato 10,000 160,000 1/2 oz. 1/3 - 1 lb. 12 - 18 60 1/4 7 - 14

Turnip 14,000 224,000 1/2 oz. 2 lb. 2 - 4 12 - 24 1/4 6 - 10

Watermelon-large 300 4,800 1 oz. 3 lb. 24 - 48 72 1 8 - 10

Watermelon-small 500 8,000 1/2 oz. 2 lb. 24 - 48 72 1 8 - 10

*These figures are approximations and may vary due to local conditions and customs.

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