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Heart of beef or cuor di bue is the name of several tomato cultivars of Italian origin. The original heart of beef is a variety of large tomato whose shape is reminiscent of a bovine heart, and can reach a weight of 500 to 600 grams. This tomato has dark red flesh and an irresistible flavor.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions about 10 days before planting by taking them out during the day. Lay the plants horizontally, slightly arching the plant to bring the leaves out.

Côte de Beaune lettuce is a Boston lettuce with fleshy, slightly blistered foliage, green in color tinged with a little red. Foliage very resistant to cold. Excellent fall lettuce. It comes to us from Portage seeds, and we have been growing it for 3 years.

Semi-climbing plants giving small pods of 4 to 5 inches each containing 4 to 6 white beans speckled with black. Very prolific, these small beans are harvested dry after 100 days of cultivation and can be eaten as legumes. They can be grown without stakes, but still benefit from a support for easy picking. The origin is uncertain, but seeds were exchanged at the Common Ground Fair in Maine, USA in 2003, according to Fruitition Seeds. We got them from a seed exchange in Ontario.


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These large mottled red and brown beans were grown in most Iroquoian communities, also called Haudenosaunee. They were shared with us by the Mohawk. Any First Nations person is welcome to ask us for free.

Originally from Sapporo, the Agate edamame variety was introduced to North America by the United States Department of Agriculture in the 1930s. It remains very little known in Quebec, despite its ease of cultivation. It quickly reaches maturity, and tolerates drought well. It is a soybean consumed before maturity, therefore still green. The beans have a nutty taste and are very nutritious, with a high protein and oil content. Easy to grow.

The Ferland family bean is an ancestral yellow flat climbing bean, preserved by René Paquet of Heritage Seeds. Coming from Saints-Anges, they were given to Mr. Gérard Parent in 2001 by Mrs. Carmelle Boily Ferland (1916-2015), the having previously received from her parents (Cleophas Boily and Demerise Turmel). According to Mr. Paquet, having received them from Mr. Parent, they date from before 1900. The pods are eaten fresh, even at an advanced level of maturity, or as a legume. Request a tutor.

Variety of peas that have been carefully preserved by Will Bonzai, in the United States. Few varieties of peas survive from colonial times, although French settlers developed hundreds of varieties of peas in their vegetable garden, all accustomed to the climate of eastern Canada and the United States. Hence the common name of the French by the English of "Pea Soup". This variety is a landrace, which means that the peas are of various colors. They look like small pebbles straight out of a river, marbled and speckled. We honestly think these are the prettiest peas. Perfect for making jewelry. Adorable as legumes in a salad. Putting a net or stakes can help with the harvest. Very productive. RARE SHARE Peas don't like to run out of water. RARE SHARE

Sorghum is grown mainly in Africa and Asia for these edible grains, as a cereal. This variety, with its shiny grains in beige, brown, red or even black hues, can also be used to form magnificent ornamental bouquets. But that's not all! Once the grains have been harvested, the remaining stems can turn into a useful biodegradable broom. Variety obtained from Witches' Brooms.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Similar to the cultivation of maize

Tomato developed at the St-Hyacinthe experimental station. Potato foliage and determined habit, which makes it a more compact plant but just as productive as its congeners.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions about 10 days before planting by taking them out during the day. Lay the plants horizontally, slightly arching the plant to bring the leaves out.

Reine des glaces lettuce is a bicentennial variety originating in France and often sold under the names Ice Queen and Queen of Ices in North America; Queen of the Ices in the UK; and Regina delle Ghiacciole in Italy. It is a batavia lettuce; its leaves are toothed, wavy, crunchy and have a sweet taste. This variety grows quickly and tolerates heat well; it does not develop a bitter taste and does not bolt easily. It also tolerates the first snowfalls well, which makes it very versatile. After the first harvest as an apple, you can continue to cut the fresh leaves.

Camelina, also called bastard flax or German sesame, was once cultivated as a food source for humans and animals. Indeed, this annual herbaceous plant, cultivated in Europe, has allowed the production of fodder and oil for more than 3000 years. Used in particular as a green manure, the camelina is gradually making a name for itself again. Its honey-bearing yellow flowers produce seeds whose oil, very rich in omega 3, gives it growing popularity in the health departments. In addition, its powerful root is very popular for loosening soils that are too compact. Note you can make brooms!

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
High temperatures can affect flowering.

Oregano is an aromatic, bushy plant that is a must in any garden. She is native to Eurasia. A bee plant also called perennial marjoram, oregano forms a dense, easy-to-grow bush. The plant produces pretty purple flowers. Its fragrant leaves can be used as condiments on your pizzas, sauces and soups. In addition to being delicious, oregano is appreciated for its antiseptic, antispasmodic, appetizing, digestive, diuretic and tonic properties. Savor its dried flowers in herbal teas in winter tonic and digestive, they will cuddle you while waiting for the beautiful season!

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Origanum vulgare
Common names: oregano, perennial marjoram, red tea, bastard thyme, shepherd's thyme
English: Oregano
Family: Lamiaceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
This perennial can stay in place for about 10 years, prune into shape in the spring if necessary. It is possible to multiply oregano plants by division • Take a subject that is already at least one year old. • With a spade, cut the root ball in 2. • transplant the oregano plant in the desired location. That's all !

Regarding the common purslane, to speak of an ancient vegetable is an understatement, purslane was indeed known to the Egyptians 4000 years ago. Then it was, like many plants, "forgotten". It nevertheless returns to the stalls thanks to market gardeners cultivating ancient vegetables. In salads or mesclun, purslane is eaten fresh, and its leaves, in addition to being very tender, offer you a cocktail of omega 3 and antioxidants. Purslane is emollient and laxative if eaten in large quantities. It is also depurative and diuretic. Chewing a few leaves soothes inflamed gums and minor sore throats.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Portulaca olerecea
Common names: Vegetable purslane, market garden purslane, porcelain, porchaille
English: Common purslane
Family: Portulacaceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Also remember to pinch the stems when they reach 10 cm, to prevent them from spinning without making new branches and new leaves.

Turkish rocket can be recognized by its yellow flowers and deeply incised leaves. This perennial is easy to grow, hardy, edible and very melliferous which makes it an excellent choice for your permaculture projects. These elongated pear-shaped flower buds have a taste similar to rapini. It is particularly appreciated for its young leaves, which taste like cabbage. They can also be cooked just like spinach.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Bunias orientalis, Laelia orientalis
Common names: Turkish arugula, Bunias d'orient, roquette d'orient
English: Turkish rocket, Hill mustard, Warty Cabbage, Turkish wartycabbage
Family: Brassicaceae

Small elongated hot pepper, striking yellow turning to crimson yellow in late summer. Dries easily. Fruits 4 to 6" long with a very pungent flavor. Productive. Early variety, well suited to growing in zone 5. Native to Southeast Asia.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Capsicum annuum
Common name: Pepper
English: Hot Pepper
Family: Solanaceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Does not tolerate cold.

Borage is native to southern and central Europe. Easy to grow, melliferous, it requires very little maintenance and will reseed spontaneously in your garden from year to year. Its delicate star-shaped flowers change from purple to sky blue, then to pink before declining. They will delight pollinators and bring color to your garden and your salads! Its seeds are used to make an oil rich in essential fatty acids and some call it "Elixir of Youth" because it contains a large amount of gamma linolenic acid, a rare substance in the plant world.

The vast majority of our seeds are produced on our farm. However, if the cultivation of a variety fails or if it is out of stock, we source from other seed companies to ensure an interesting selection. This is the case for this variety.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Borago officinalis
Common names: Borage, Borage officinalis
English: Borage
Family: Boraginaceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Do not sow after July. It will not have time to produce flowers before the end of the season. After flowering it will reseed spontaneously and will grow back the following year. It is a follower of spontaneous sowing.

Yarrow is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family, edible and medicinal tonic, digestive, antispasmodic, haemostatic, hypotensive, healing properties. Just that. It is perhaps for these reasons that this plant was found, during a DNA analysis in Neanderthal dental plaque! Indeed the Achillé Millefeuille was found in a Neanderthal tomb discovered during archaeological excavations in Iraq. It is also an excellent host plant for garden helpers.


CULTURAL INFORMATION
Sow preferably in a bucket, indoors, the germination of yarrow being difficult. Possible nevertheless in the ground. Arrange on the surface. Do not cover as the seeds need light to germinate.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Prune stems after harvest to promote regrowth. Harvesting yarrow from spring sowing is possible from the second year of growth only. Love the sun!

Peas Petite Merveille are a semi-dwarf shelled variety of heirloom peas developed around 1908. This heirloom variety produces pods of approximately 6 to 7 tender peas. She is particularly early and productive. Plant and...enjoy!

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Pisum sativum medullare
Common names: Little Wonder Pea, Wonder Pea
English: Marvel pe
Family: Fabaceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Can also be sown in July for a second harvest in September.

Arnica originates from the American West. Once implanted, this beautiful hardy plant will form beautiful covering mats. Its yellow flowers will provide excellent pasture for bees and butterflies. It is sometimes called "fall grass" ... arnica is a particularly effective remedy, for external use, to relieve hematomas, inflammations and other sprains. Difficult and slow germination, needs light to germinate.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Arnica chamissonis
Common names: Arnica Chamissonis, Arnica de Chamisso, Plains Arnica, Falls Grass
English: chamisso arnica
Family: Asteraceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Sowing is relatively difficult. The plant prefers to do the following: Do not cover, just press them into the soil gently, as they need light to germinate. Sow in early spring indoors. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots as soon as the first true leaf appears and plant them after the last expected frost.

A variety from Japan, the Sapporo express cultivar is early and productive. This shelling pea is sweet and crispy. Little information on it, but it is rare and delicious, two good reasons to plant it in the vegetable garden and reproduce it!

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Pisum sativum
Common name: Sapporo express peas
English: Sapporo express pea
Family: Fabaceae

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Can also be sown in July for a second harvest in September