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1 | Fall 2021 Plant Sale Fundraiser - Vegetable Start Guide | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | Variety | Spacing (inches) | Lighting Preference | Watering Needs | Description | Days to Maturity | ||||||||||||||||||||
3 | Rainbow Chard | 8-12" | Full Sun | Keep soil evenly moist | A mix of white-stemmed swiss chard, red chard and golden chard. Related to beets. Plant in well-drained soil. | 50-60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Collard Greens | 12-18" | full sun | weekly 1-2", Collards like water. | This cooking green is packed with Vitamins A, C and K, calcium, folate and soluable fiber. Similar to kale, they have a tough stem and dark green leaves. | 62 | ||||||||||||||||||||
5 | Tiara Cabbage | 12" apart | sun or partial sun | Regular, even watering. Cabbage is a leafy green and likes water, but the heads can split from heavy irrigation after a dry spell. | "mini cabbage" produces 1-2lb round heads. Sweet leaves that are excellent for cooking or fresh use. Delicious flavor—an annual favorite in our taste tests. | 65 | ||||||||||||||||||||
6 | Caraflex Cabbage | 12-18" apart | sun or partial sun | Cabbage requires heavy water from planting to head formation. moderate water late in the season. | small "cone shaped" or "arrow head" cabbages. slightly sweeter and less dense than traditional round cabbages. This is a chefs favorite! | 65 | ||||||||||||||||||||
7 | White Russian Kale | 12-18" apart | full sun or part shade | It's important to keep well watered and fed. if rain is incosistent, provide 1 to 1.5 inches of water each week (about 1gallon per square foot | "white-ribbed kale" Atractive blue green leaves and long white petioles. A wondeful complement to Red Russian kale, with similar, toothed leaf shape. Frilled leaf margin gives a nice lift for baby-leaf production. | 50 | ||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Winterbor Kale | 12-18" apart | full sun or part shade | Keep kale watered. | "standard green curly kale" The plants are tall growing up to 2-3', with excellent yield annd good cold hardiness. The ruffled blue-green leaves have an attractive curl. | 60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Black Magic Kale (Dino kale) | 12-18" | full sun or part shade | keep kale watered, if rain is inconsistent provide 1 to 1.5 inches of water each week. | Mamba is a robust variety with high yields of upright, exceptionally uniform plants. The attractive dark green leaves are deeply savoyed and have good flavor. | 65 | ||||||||||||||||||||
10 | Red Russian Kale | 12-18" | full sun or part shade | Keep kale watered. | purple-stemmed kale. Atractive blue green leaves and long purple petiole and toothed leaf shape. Frilled leaf margin gives a nice lift for baby-leaf production. | 55 | ||||||||||||||||||||
11 | Waltham Broccoli | around 18" | sun or partial sun | likes moist soil | HEIRLOOM. A variety prized for its lovely dark blue-green heads and marvelous flavor. Produces 4"-8" green head, also produces some small one from side shoots | 50-70 | ||||||||||||||||||||
12 | Kohlrabi | 8-10" | full sun | keep soil moist, 1-1.5"/week | Bulbous base of the root grows above the soil. Tastes like a mild, sweet turnip. High in fiber and Vitamin C. | 45-60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
13 | Greenwave Mustard Greens | around 8" | sun or partial shade | likes moist soil | Reliable, large light green leaves. spicy leaves that mellows when it is cooked. | 40-50 | ||||||||||||||||||||
14 | Cilantro | 4-6" | full sun or light shade | likes moist soil, after established they do not need much water | Likes well-drained soil, and cool weather | 50-60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
15 | Scallions / bunching green onion | 3" between bunches | sun or shade | shallow rooted so prefers frequent light water | Small green onions. Eat green. These do not bulb. | 60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
16 | Little Gem Lettuce | 6-8" | shade or sun | lettuce likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | Little gems are a mini head lettuce that is a combination of a small romaine and butter lettuces. Sometimes thought of as a mini romaine. They have tender "buttery" leaves with a think hearty center stalk. | 30-50 | ||||||||||||||||||||
17 | Oak Leaf Lettuce | 8-10" | sun or partial shade | lettuce likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | Tender oak shaped leaves. Forms a full open head of lettuce but you can also harvest outter leaves at it grows | 48 | ||||||||||||||||||||
18 | Red Butter Lettuce | 8-10" | sun or partial shade | lettuce likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | large dark red heads with green centers. Tender "buttery" leaves | 47 | ||||||||||||||||||||
19 | Green Butter Lettuce | 8-10" | sun or partial shade | lettuce likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | large green heads. Leaves are tender and "buttery" | 47 | ||||||||||||||||||||
20 | Cegolaine Lettuce | 8" | sun or partial shade | lettuce likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | small dense heads of sweet buttery lettuce. Red tinted/tipped leaves. An Alemany Farm favorite. | |||||||||||||||||||||
21 | Escarole | 18" | full sun | keep consistently moist or it will get bitter | hearty green with broad leaves. Looks like lettuce but just like endives, it had a slight bitter flavor, and leaves are thicker than lettuce | 50-95 | ||||||||||||||||||||
22 | Joi Choi Bok Choi | 10-12" | sun or shade | choi likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | Joi Choi forms a 12-15" tall, broad, heavy plant with dark green leaves and thick, flattened white petioles. | 50 | ||||||||||||||||||||
23 | Mei Qing Choi | 6-8" | sun or shade | choi likes consistant moist soil. It is relatively shallow rooted so does not need deep water | misty-green stems form a thick, heavy base with broad, oval, rich green leaves. can harvest as mini or full heads. | 45 | ||||||||||||||||||||
24 | Napa Cabbage | 12-18" | full sun to partial shade | keep consistently moist, 1"/week, best to water early | Widely used in East Asian cuisine, it is sweeter and milder than traditional cabbage. It has thick white ribs and soft crinkly light green leaves | 50-90 | ||||||||||||||||||||
25 | Sugar Ann Snap Peas | 4-6" | full sun | likes moist soil | a sweet snap pea with edible pod. | 50-60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
26 | Lemon Balm | 12" | sun | grow in moist, well draining soil | In the mint family and has a distinct lemon flavor. It has a spreading growth habit and can take over an area. It flowers are great for attracting pollinators. | |||||||||||||||||||||
27 | Lavender | 1-3 feet | Full Sun | When young, water well (1-2x/week until established) | A beautiful perrenial flower variety that attracts pollinators to your garden. This Meditteranean native grows into bushy shrubs and requires well-drained soil. Once established, it is very low-maitenance and does not require frequent watering. | 90-200 | ||||||||||||||||||||
28 | Rosemary | 2-3 feet | Full Sun | Water frequently until established. Once established, water deepy but let soil dry between waterings | A fragrant evergreen herb that is native to the Mediterranean. It is a woody-stemmed plant that reaches about 3 feet in height. Likes well-drained soil. | 120-180 | ||||||||||||||||||||
29 | Mexican Marigolds | 3 feet | Full sun | regular water to establish and deep watering weekly once established | Perennial Bushy evergreen shrub with bright yellow flowers. Leaves produce a bold fruity mint frangrance. | 70-100 | ||||||||||||||||||||
30 | Ground Cherry (Cape Gooseberry) | 2-3 feet | Full Sun | Keep soil moist and water weekly. | Despite their name, these are not related to true cherries. A member of the nightshade family, these small yellow-orange fruits have a sweet and tart flavor. *******While the ripe fruit is edible, the rest of the plant (husk, stems, leaves, roots and flowers) are toxic to humans and animals when ingested.******** Plant in well-drained soil. | 70 | ||||||||||||||||||||
31 | Italian Oregano | 12-18" | full sun to partial shade | water deeply only when soil feels dry to the touch | versatile and delicious herb. great for soups and sauces. Harvest before the flower appears for best flavor. | 90 | ||||||||||||||||||||
32 | Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lily) | 24" | Full Sun | Keep soil evenly moist | This orange variety of alsroemeria are great for bouquets for their long ase life. They are rhyzomes that will self-multiply, gradually increasing plant size each year. Fertilize during bloom time with organic high potash fertilizer. Ok for containers | |||||||||||||||||||||
33 | Californial Native Coastal Strawberry | 12-24" | Sun or partial shade | 3 times a month once established | This is a great ground cover. Evergreen, grows about 5" tall with glossy leaves. Rarely fruits. | |||||||||||||||||||||
34 | Basil (Italian) | 8" | full sun | likes even regular moisture throughout the growing season | classic italian basil. | |||||||||||||||||||||
35 | Mrihani Basil | 8" | full sun | likes even regular moisture throughout the growing season | Spicy, ruffled leaves with undertones of anise and fennel. From Zanzibar (“Mrihani” means “sweet basil” in Swahili). Resistant to downy mildew. Great for tea, pesto, salads and dressings. | |||||||||||||||||||||
36 | Red Parilla (Shiso; cha jogi) | 18" | full or partial sun | Intermittent moderate watering recommended. Avoid prolonged periods of drought. | Korean red perilla is breathtakingly beautiful. Leaves are medium sized, variegated green on top with deep iridescent red undersides. These plants are day length sensative and will flower as the days become shorter. | |||||||||||||||||||||
37 | Limited | Garden Sage | 20-32" | Full sun. | Well-drained, medium to dry soil. Soil that is too wet or moisture that stays on leaves can cause rot. | Salvia officinalis. Cooking herb with medicinal properties. Use fresh or dried. Prune often after plant is established, after about a year. Parts Used: Leaf | Perrenial | |||||||||||||||||||
38 | Thyme | 12-24" | Full sun | Once estalished, water less frequently. Prefers slightly dry soil. | Thymus vulgaris. Culinary and medicinal herb. Snip leaves once stalks are 6-8 in. tall before flowers open. Easy to grow. Can become bushy if not pruned back regularly. Parts used: Leaf. | Perrenial | ||||||||||||||||||||
39 | Nettles | 8" | Sunny, partial shade okay | Moist soil | Urtica dioica. Culinary and medicinal herb. Can be invasive. Grows in patches and can get tall. Cook or dry leaves before using in sauces, soups or teas. Parts used: Leaf. | 80-90 | ||||||||||||||||||||
40 | Epazote | 12'' - 24'' | Full Sun - Part Shade | Let soil dry completely between waterings | Dysphania ambrosioides. Culinary herb. This bushy kitchen herb grows heartily and quickly. It is an annual and leaves can be used in soups, beans, or salads. When added to beans reduces "gasiness". Also used to cut or clear energetic parasites and unwated negative energy. Parts used: leaf. | 60-90 | ||||||||||||||||||||
41 | Bronze Fennel | 12'' - 24'' | Full Sun - Part Shade | Enjoys a good drink and can go without. | Foeniculum vulgare ‘Purpureum.’ Add leaves and flowers to salad for a little anis kick. Foliage is a pretty bronze color. More here. | 60-90 | ||||||||||||||||||||
42 | Limited | Marigold | 8" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Moderate | Tagetes erecta. Iconic orange and yellow flowers are a staple in Dia de los Muertos altars and celebrations. Beautiful cut flower, pollinator and dye plant. More here. | 30-60 | |||||||||||||||||||
43 | Roman Chamomile | 6" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Moderate | Chamaemelum nobile. Creaping groundcover offers yellow and white flowers which are used in teas and processed into essential oil. Grow as a patch for a relaxing nap pad. More here. | 30-60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
44 | Yarrow | 8-12" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Low - Moderate | Local native. White flowers and leaves are used as an herbal remedy and cut flower. Energetically great for holding healthy boundaries. | Perrenial | ||||||||||||||||||||
45 | Limited | Varigated Nastrurtium | 12" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Moderate | Tropaeolum majus. Varigated leaf and dwarf features make this an excelent choice for a salad mix to impress your friends with colors and flavors. More here. | 30-60 | |||||||||||||||||||
46 | Pineapple Sage | 24" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Low - Moderate | Salvia elegans. Ornamental sage with leaves that have a fragrence reminicent of piña! Red flowers are edible, great for salads, and attract butterflies and hummingbirds. More here. | Perrenial | ||||||||||||||||||||
47 | Rose Geranium | 24" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Low - Moderate | Pelargonium 'Attar of Rose. 'Small pink flowers, leaves have a citrus-floral scent. More here. | Perrenial | ||||||||||||||||||||
48 | Limited | Skullcap | 8-12" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Really loves water. | Scutellaria lateriflora. A member of the mint family, this herb is commonly used as tincture or tea for caffinee addicts looking to catch a break. Great for relaxation, safe for kids. More here. | Perrenial | |||||||||||||||||||
49 | Burdock | 12" | Full Sun - Part Shade | Moderate | Arcticum lappa. Medicinal root used for gentle detoxificaiton, Japanese vegetable, aka gobo. Hearty taproot. Seed heads are the origin of velcro. | Second year fall/winter | ||||||||||||||||||||
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