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Aromatic herb grown in the city of Genoa, Italy, where it is subject to a Protected Denomination of Origin (D.O.P.). This variety is used in the preparation of pesto. Its very fragrant green leaves have an inimitable spicy taste.

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Pinch the terminal shoots of the basil regularly to prevent early bolting.

This aromatic perennial is adored by pollinators, thanks to its large spikes of nectariferous mauve flowers that feed the bees all summer long. The leaves, with their aniseed taste, are excellent in herbal tea. A garden is not complete without its fennel agastache plant! It will reseed itself in your garden. Blooms mid-July to early September

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The fennel agastache is very easy to grow.

This Italian type tomato gives the best canned tomatoes. Little juice, very fleshy, it is sweet and delicious. Despite its sordid name, which literally means "banana legs" (have you ever seen bananas running?), it looks proud and its plant is healthy.

When planting, lay the plants horizontally, slightly arching the plant to bring out the leaves upwards.

A small head lettuce tinged with red, the 'Baquieu' lettuce is one of our hardiest and most early lettuces. It could be an old German variety called “Erstling”, (meaning “the first”) because of its very early maturity. Traces of this variety can be found in horticultural works dating from the end of the 17th century.

This small-leaved dwarf basil is the ideal choice for growing in pots or planters on city balconies. However, it will also do well in the garden. Its fine and very aromatic foliage as well as its pretty compact ball habit gives it a very ornamental original aspect. Its flowering attracts pollinators.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Ocimum basilicum "Pluto"
Common name: Small-leaved basil
English: Pluto basil, Shrub basil
Family: Lamiaceae

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Pinch the terminal shoots of the basil regularly to prevent early bolting.

***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.

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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Very crunchy lettuce, which a friend from France sent me as a gift a few years ago. Very easy to grow, it seems to like the Quebec terroir. On the Internet, here is what we found about it "This lettuce has certainly been born in the Champagne region since the beginning of the 19th century. Then over the decades, like many varieties it lost its real name.However, it survived time thanks to its undeniable qualities and was kept by a woman named Angèle and continued on its merry way and its propagation under this last name.Luckily, Gilbert Vincent, great collector of beans, was able to carry out after many years of research to find the surname of this old variety, a joint culture with another very old variety also from the Champagne region, the Alphange à graine noire, and was able to observe that it it was the same variety. Angèle was thus able to find her surname." There is also a mention of the variety under its English names in an 1870s London publication, The Garden by William Robinson.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Lactuca sativa L. var. longifolia
Common names: Angela lettuce
English: Magnum Bonum or Florence black-seeded cos lettuce
Family: Asteraceae

The verbena hastata, also known as blue vervain, is a plant traditionally used for its tonic properties. Native to the western and central regions of Quebec, as well as the northeastern United States, it is commonly found near lakes and rivers. This hardy perennial produces long spikes of blue flowers in the heart of summer, attracting a multitude of pollinating insects and seed-eating birds. Easy to cultivate, it prefers moist and cool soils and can self-seed readily. For production, direct sowing in the fall or pot seeding after stratification are recommended.

Steps for stratifying blue vervain seeds:

1- Place the blue vervain seeds in a moist substrate such as peat, soil, or sand.
2- Put the substrate with the seeds in a container with a lid slightly perforated to allow air to pass.
3- Store it in the refrigerator, where the temperature is generally around 4°C, for 2 to 4 weeks.
4- Check the moisture regularly.
5- After this period, plant the seeds according to the instructions.

Number of seeds per packet:

This Chinese broccoli, also called Kai lan, is perfectly adapted to Quebec summers, and tolerates light frosts in the fall.
The great advantage of this vegetable compared to traditional broccoli is its ease of cultivation. Instead of waiting for it to form a ball like the latter, which sometimes never happens, we harvest small, thin and delicate broccoli throughout its flowering. It is extremely prolific, and its taste resembles broccoli with a touch of mustard.

This Bok-Choy is tiny, but how tasty! Its short, but wide white stems end in a dark green spatulate blade. Its many leaves form a very dense foot of flared shape. Excellent in stir-fries! It grows easily and does not fear the cold. Also, it takes up very little space in the vegetable garden. Bok Choy contains rich amounts of vitamin K, C, A, magnesium, calcium, manganese, potassium and iron.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Brassica rapa var. chinensis
Common names: Chinese cabbage, Pak choi, Bok Choy
English: Chinese cabbage, Pak choi, Bok Choy
Family: Brassicaceae

Edible perennial. Its name comes from the Latin sanguis (blood) and sorbere (smell, absorb) and refers to the haemostatic properties of the plant, linked to the tannins contained in its roots. It is also very rich in vitamin C.; Before parsley dethroned it, it was used in salads, sauces, omelettes, soups, etc. Its flavor is reminiscent of cucumber. We pick the leaves according to our needs. In the garden, it requires little care, just a little love and fresh water. In Quebec, it resists winter well and can be eaten late in the season. Harvest young leaves throughout the summer.

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Very rustic. In the spring, put a light layer of compost on the surface and mulch. If grown in a pot, let it dry out between 2 waterings. Renew the mulching before winter.

Calendula is an annual plant that produces a multitude of orange and yellow flowers. Also called garden marigold, it is grown both for its ornamental appeal and for its medicinal properties. We use the edible flowers in herbal tea and its petals will nicely decorate your salads. Commonly used in the manufacture of balms, calendula would have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. Generous and very easy to grow, it will flower until the autumn frosts.

Invite the friendly ghost into your garden! This variety of aubergine produces fruits which by their oval shape and, above all, their white color are reminiscent of the famous ghost. These fruits are abundant, and mature quickly. Full of small ghosts, about 25 cm! The taste of Casper eggplant is sweet and aromatic, with a small note reminiscent of mushrooms, and its flesh is tender. It cooks wonderfully in soups, stews, roasts, ratatouilles, with other vegetables, or simply fried. It will do just as well in pots on the balcony as in the ground.

**The germination rate being lower this year, the quantity of seeds in the bag has been doubled**

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Solanum melongena
Common name: Eggplant
English: Eggplant
Family: Solanaceae

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Benefits from staking to prevent the branches from breaking under the weight of the fruit.

Cats like to eat grasses: in addition to containing several vitamins, folic acid and fiber, the grass helps to purge their system and evacuate the hairs that they swallow by licking their coat. And best of all...they leave your precious plants alone during this time.
Plant at any time of year in a small, well-moistened pot.

Psssst: It's important to note that oatmeal for cats differs from catnip, which is a separate plant in the mint family and often causes a euphoric reaction in cats. We also sell catnip!

Perennial plant native to the Mediterranean basin (probably Egypt), naturalized throughout Europe, the Middle East and America.;If its name evokes the cat, it is because the plant provokes a remarkable reaction in several felines which is characterized by a euphoric state accompanied by great excitement your animal will roll around, sniff and do funny things.;In humans, catnip is used more to calm restlessness and pain. It should also be mentioned that before the British Empire discovered tea in its Chinese colonies, catnip infusion was a very popular drink among Her Majesty's subjects. our farm. These seeds come from Jardin Vie-La-Joie. (Germination is slow and sporadic, so sow more than you need, in order to get enough seedlings)Scarification significantly increases the germination rate Gently rub catnip seeds between 2 (fine) sand papers without pressing hard as this may damage the seeds.

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This plant requires stratification! For more information, visit our stratification guide in our "Blog" menu.

Germination is slow and sporadic. So be patient, and sow more than you need, in order to get enough seedlings. Removing dried flowers will encourage new flowering. Scarification significantly increases the germination rate Gently rub the catnip seeds between 2 sandpapers (fine) without pressing hard as this could damage the seeds.

Chamomile is well known for its aromatic and medicinal properties. A delicate little plant in the garden, it will flower all summer long and you can cut it as needed.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Matricaria recutita
Common Names: Feverfew, chamomile, German chamomile, chamomile chamomile, blue chamomile, little chamomile, false chamomile, wild chamomile, common chamomile, sun's eye chamomile, bull's-eye chamomile.
English: Chamomile
Family: Asteraceae

Garden chervil, highly prized in Europe, is a biennial plant characterized by its finely cut leaves with an aniseed flavor. Ideal with potatoes, eggs, and fish, its delicate taste requires gentle cooking, added towards the end of preparation, or consumed fresh in salads. Its flowers and roots are also used to flavor dishes. To best preserve its flavor, it is recommended to freeze chervil rather than dehydrate it.

Old variety, with fine and entirely cut foliage. This chicory with crunchy leaves forms a tight rosette with a well-provided heart, whitening on its own. It can be eaten raw, in salads or cooked. Undemanding, it adapts well to different growing conditions.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Cichorium Endivia
Common names: Fine-ribbed endive, Frisée, Curly endive
English: Chicory
Family: Asteraceae

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Little demanding.

La ciboulette est une plante aromatique très facile de culture. C'est une vivace qui donnera des fleurs lilas odorantes qui attirent les pollinisateurs. Elle est utilisée en cuisine pour agrémenter les plats, ciselée ou même séchée. Elle se ressème parfois toute seule.Une des fines herbes indispensables au potager, facile à cultiver!;La plante dresse ses tiges au goût d'oignon, avec ses fleurs comestibles roses et mauves, tôt au printemps et jusque tard dans l'été.

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

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