You want to savor the sweetest, juiciest melon of the season. Grow Crenshaw Melon for rich, orange flesh that’s bursting with summer flavor.
Planting guide:
Planting depth: 1″ or 2.5cm.
Seeds per group (Hill): 5-8.
Seed spacing: 3″ or 7.5cm.
Spacing of groups (Hills): 3′-4′ or 90-120cm.
Thin to plants per group: 2-3.
Days to maturity: 83.
Variety: 694
You want a sweet, sun-ripened cantaloupe—Hale’s Best Jumbo offers juicy, salmon-orange fruit ready to pick when the stem slips. Chill before serving for a refreshing treat full of Vitamins A and C.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1” or 2.5cm. Seeds per group (hill): 5-6. Spacing between seeds: 3” or 7.5cm. Spacing of groups (hills): 3′-4′ or 90-120cm. Days to germination:10-20. Thin to plants per group (hill): 2-3. Days to maturity: 83.
Variety: 207
If you want a heat-loving cantaloupe with rich, classic flavor, Hales Best Jumbo delivers sweet, netted fruit right on schedule. Harvest when the vine slips easily and enjoy a perfectly chilled summer favorite.
Planting guide:
Planting Depth: 1″” (2.5 cm)
Seeds per Group (Hill): 4–6
Spacing Between Seeds: 3″” (7.5 cm)
Spacing of Groups (Hills): 4’–6′ (120–180 cm)
Days to Germination: 10–20
Thin to Plants per Group (Hill): 2–3
Days to Maturity: 90–110
Variety: 207
If you want a classic European spice plant that offers multiple edible uses, caraway delivers flavorful seeds, leaves, and roots from one hardy biennial. Grow it in fertile, sunny soil and enjoy a versatile harvest straight from your garden.
Planting guide:
Planting Depth: ¼”” (6 mm)
Seed Spacing: 1″” (2.5 cm)
Days to Germination: 12–18
Days to Maturity: 70–80
Variety: 374
You want to revive a forgotten garden gem with bold culinary potential. Cardoon brings historical depth and artichoke-like flavor to adventurous kitchens and heirloom plots.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/4” or 6mmm. Seed spacing: 15” or 38cm. Spacing between rows: 36″-48″‘ or 90-120cm. Days to germination: 6-12. Days to maturity: 120-125.
Variety: 335
Heirloom
If you want a compact carrot packed with sweetness and crunch, Bambino delivers gourmet quality in a smaller size. Grow it in loose soil and enjoy tender, vibrant carrots perfect for fresh eating or cooking.
Planting guide:
Planting Depth: ¼”” (6 mm)
Seed Spacing: 2″”–3″” (5–7.5 cm)
Spacing Between Rows: 24″” (60 cm)
Days to Germination: 8–10
Spacing After Thinning: 5″”–6″” (12.5–15 cm)
Days to Maturity: 75
Variety: 224
You want a classic carrot with a short, stout shape and full-bodied flavor. Chantenay carrots deliver rich taste and hearty texture, perfect for roasting or snacking.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/2″ or 1.25cm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Spacing between rows: 24″-48″ or 60-120cm. Days to germination: 8. Days to maturity: 65-75.
Variety: 226
Heirloom
You’re looking for a dependable carrot with sweet flavor and great texture—Danvers Half Long grows easily in tough soils and raised beds. With high Vitamin A and low calories, it’s a healthy harvest in just 75 days.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/2” or 1.25cm. Seed spacing: 1” or 2.5cm. Spacing between rows: 18”-24” or 45-60cm. Days to germination: 10-14. Spacing after thinning: 1”-3” or 2.5-7.5cm. Days to maturity: 75.
Variety: 220
You want a carrot that thrives anywhere and tastes great. Danvers Half Long grows strong, sweet roots even in tough soil.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/2” or 1.25cm. Seed spacing: 1” or 2.5cm. Spacing between rows: 24″-48″ or 60-120cm. Days to germination: 8. Days to maturity: 75.
Variety: 220
Heirloom
If you want a reliable carrot with sweet flavor and classic shape, Danvers Half Long delivers consistent, heavy harvests. Grow it in loose soil, thin carefully, and enjoy crisp, tender carrots straight from the garden.
Planting guide:
Planting Depth: ½”” (13 mm)
Seed Spacing: 1″” (2.5 cm)
Spacing Between Rows: 18″”–24″” (46–60 cm)
Days to Germination: 8
Spacing After Thinning: 1″”–3″” (2.5–7.5 cm)
Days to Maturity: 75
Variety: 220
If you want a sweet, tender carrot that thrives in small spaces, Little Finger delivers gourmet flavor in a compact size. Grow it in containers or garden beds for charming, whole carrots perfect for fresh eating.
Planting guide:
Planting Depth: ½”” (1.25 cm)
Seed Spacing: 2″”–3″” (5–7.5 cm)
Spacing Between Rows: 12″” (30 cm)
Days to Germination: 14–21
Spacing After Thinning: 1″” (2.5 cm)
Days to Maturity: 65
Variety: 228
If you want a classic long carrot with exceptional sweetness and nutrition, Long Imperator delivers deep color and rich flavor. Plant it in loose, deep soil and enjoy premium carrots that store beautifully.
Planting guide:
Planting Depth: ¼”” (6 mm)
Seed Spacing: ½”” (12 mm)
Spacing Between Rows: 12″”–15″” (30–37.5 cm)
Days to Germination: 12–18
Spacing After Thinning: 2″”–3″” (5–7.5 cm)
Days to Maturity: 60–79
Variety: 223
