VEGETABLE SEEDS
We chose the genetic diversity of open pollinated seed over the uniformity of F1 hybrids, because diverse systems are more adaptable, more resilient. We think seed should be shared and celebrated, not patented and monopolized. All Harmonic Herbs' seeds are untreated and open pollinated, and most annuals will produce a mature seed crop that you can save - in accordance with good seed saving practices. Biennials will also produce a mature seed crop, but will need to be overwintered. Our varieties are selected for performance under organic growing conditions, and are tested in either our gardens on the farm or in our trials garden in Calgary. Most of our offerings are heirloom, meaning their cultivation dates back prior to the advent of F1 hybrids in the 1950's. We also seek to breed new open pollinated varieties, selecting for adaptability to Alberta's bioregion, taste, nutrition and/or higher bioactive levels.
Harmonic Herbs' seeds are also tested for germination and vigour and rates vary from year to year. If for any reason you are not satisfied with our seeds we would be happy to replace them or refund the purchase price.
PDF Vegetable Seed Saving Chart for Prairie Gardeners...
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ARUGULA Arugula is a culinary green, whose bitter oak-shaped leaves are delightful in salads and savoury dishes. The flowers are white with purple nectar guides and are beloved of pollinators. Read more... |
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ARUGULA - WILD Bitter leaves added to salads and savoury dishes are a delight. Wild arugula's flavour tends to be stronger than common commercially found arugula. Read more... |
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BEAN - SCARLET RUNNER Scarlet Runner beans are pole beans that benefit from trellising. Read more... |
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BEET - BULL'S BLOOD Beautiful burgundy outer leaves can be harvested beginning at 35 days and round, red roots in 60 days. Read more... |
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BEET - CHIOGGIA This Italian heirloom variety is also called candy-cane, bull's eye or watermelon beet. Read more... |
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BEET - CYLINDRA or FORMINOVA Long cylindrical roots that are excellent for canning. Read more... |
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BEET - TOUCHSTONE GOLD Green leaves can be harvested at 35 days, and round roots with deep golden interior and sweet flavour in 60 days. Read more... |
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BEET TRIPLE MIX - BULL'S BLOOD, CHIOGGIA & GOLDEN Seeds selected for those who have a small space or can't decide. A combination of our favourites: Bull's Blood, Touchstone Gold and Chioggia. Read more... |
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BURDOCK ROOT / GOBO The long slender roots can be dug in late summer and into fall. Gobo roots are delicious sliced lengthwise into quarters and pan fried in butter. Read more... |
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CARROT - DRAGON Deep purple on the outside and orange starburst on the inside, this variety was bred by John Navazio. Read more... |
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CARROT - LITTLE FINGER A tender, sweet tasting and easy to grow baby carrot. Seeds can be sown sparingly 1.25 cm (1/2 in) deep as soon as the soil can be worked, and then every couple of weeks until July. Read more... |
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CARROT - NANTES These Nantes are both coreless and sweet. Keeps well in the garden and is easy to grow. Read more... |
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CARROT - ROYAL CHANTENAY Short and blunt with wide shoulders. An heirloom variety that is tasty and sweet. Read more... |
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CARROT - TRIPLE MIX Seeds selected for those who have a small space or can't decide. Yellow Amarillo's, purple Dragons and the standard orange Nantes make this an excellent offering of carrots. Read more... |
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CARROT - YELLOW AMARILLO This lemon yellow heirloom variety is sweet and juicy. Read more... |
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KALE - DWARF GREEN SCOTCH CURLY Scotch curly is a compact kale. Direct seed after the danger of frost has passed. Read more... |
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KALE - LACINATO Kale is sweeter after a fall frost. Frost tolerant, but will not overwinter in Alberta. Superb dehydrated snack. Kale freezes well. Read more... |
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KALE - RED RUSSIAN Russian Kale was brought to Canada in the 1800's. Frost tolerant, but will not overwinter in Alberta. Superb dehydrated snack. Kale freezes well. Read more... |
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KALE - TRIPLE KALE MIX A combination of the same the best heirloom Kales: Dwarf Green Scotch Curly, Lacinato and Red Russian. Read more... |
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LETTUCE - BUTTERCRUNCH As lettuce spends half its time as a seedling it can be started as transplants: sow in trays 5 - 6 weeks before the last frost and harden off for 2 or 3 days before transplanting outdoors. Read more... |
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LETTUCE - GREEN OAK As lettuce spends half its time as a seedling it can be started as transplants: sow in trays 5 - 6 weeks before the last frost and harden off for 2 or 3 days before transplanting outdoors. Read more... |
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LETTUCE - OUTREDGEOUS An intensely burgundy coloured and flavourful lettuce variety developed by famed plant breeder Frank Morton. Read more... |
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LETTUCE - RED ROMAINE Well acclimatized to Alberta and one of our favourites. Read more... |
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LET US MIX Green Oak, Rouge d'Hiver, Black Seeded Simpson, Arugula, Red Russian Kale and Chives: Cool weather loving lettuce can be direct seeded. Read more... |
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MUSTARD - SPINACH MUSTARD or TATSOI Spinach mustard forms compact rosettes of emerald green leaves. Read more... |
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ORIENTAL GREEN MIX Gai Lan, Pac Choi, Mizuna, Red Leaf Mustard, Tokyo Bekana and Toy Choi: This mix offers Oriental favourites for both salads and stir fries. Direct sow seeds as soon as the soil can be worked. Read more... |
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SPINACH - BLOOMSDALE SAVOY Bloomsdale spinach is a fast and easy growing cool weather green (up March 15th in Calgary under a cloche). Read more... |
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SQUASH - BUTTERCUP Buttercups are a dark green winter squash with a sweet, deep orange flesh. Start indoors 3 weeks before last frost date and plant out after risk of frost has passed. Read more... |
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TOMATO - BRANDYWINE Heirloom variety from the 1800's with massive red fruits and excellent flavour. Start plants indoors by beginning of April. Great tomato for slicing and canning. Read more... |
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TOMATO - ROMA Plum shaped and tasty. Start plants indoors by beginning of April. Cover seed with 1.25 cm (1/2 in) of soil, tamp and water. An excellent paste tomato for sauces, canning or freezing. Read more... |
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TOMATO - SWEETIE A sweet cherry. Start Sweeties indoors by beginning of April. Cover seed with 1.25 cm (1/2 in) of soil, tamp and water. Read more... |
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TURNIP - PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE Our favourite mild-flavoured turnip. Read more... |
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