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Also called "Snake radish", this radish is a very old variety originating from Indonesia. It does not develop a root, but is eaten by... the tail! It is actually the aerial pods that are edible and look like rat tails. Tender and tasty (pods, not rat tails!), slightly spicy, they can be eaten raw, cooked or marinated.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Radish is usually a cold climate crop and is best planted in the spring. On the other hand, the Rattail radish likes to be planted early, but loves the heat. It will flower when the hot weather arrives in August!

Number of seeds per packet : 40

Shy in the garden, salsify blends in with grass when it is young. But its hardiness and lack of pests make it a wise choice for curiosity seekers. It is not the most productive plant, but it is worth the detour for its taste between hazelnut and parsnip. This plant is a real little sundial At the first light of dawn, meadow salsify opens directly towards the sun, then follows the course of the star until evening. From the dandelion family, it has an edible root with a slight nutty taste. The roots are tender and devoid of bitterness, provided they are picked before the flower stalk develops. The leaves are also edible. When the flowers appear, in the second year, it is possible to eat the flower buds like those of scorzonera. Culinary uses - chopped raw roots in salads, - cooked roots cut into strips (with white wine to prevent them from turning black), - young leaves in salads, - cooked leaves in vegetables, - raw flower buds in salads or cooked in vegetables.

Sea bergamot is a native perennial with fragrant pink flowers that attract pollinators and hummingbirds. It is found in meadows and open places. Its leaves like its flowers are edible and make delicious herbal teas. Choosing native species is choosing biodiversity.

***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.

Teff is a cereal of African origin with very small grains. Its culture is ancestral, it has been shown that it was cultivated by the Egyptians at the time of the Pharaohs. It is the basic ingredient in the preparation of injera, a kind of pancake characteristic of Ethiopian cuisine, and Tella beer, a traditional Ethiopian beer. Its grains are gluten-free, which makes it an ideal cereal for people who must follow a gluten-free diet. Teff produces an abundance of tiny grains.

Old dwarf cultivar from Beauce in Quebec, this bean is eaten fresh or dried. Its green pods are streaked with purple. According to many, it makes the best baked beans, but proponents of the Famille Boucher bean disagree. The solution? Mix the two.;The Beauce was a territory formerly occupied by the St. Lawrence Iroquois Nation. It would therefore be possible that it is a descendant of the beans that these people cultivated. When the First Settlers arrived, many exchanges took place between the two populations, and the beans were passed on to the newcomers. They, on the other hand, subsequently selected several varieties over many years, which favored the appearance of new lines in the varieties. The Thibodeau bean from Beauce County was found by Mr. Marc Warsha. It was actually Mr. Martin Roy of St-Zacharie, in Beauce, who gave him seeds. the cultivation of this bean goes back 4 generations, to Mrs. Thibodeau, from Beauceville, the great-great…grandmother of Martin Roy. The name, Thibodeau from Beauce County, appears for the first time in the catalog heritage seeds in 2003.

Mullein, with very hairy leaves that are so soft to the touch, has been known for a very long time for its beneficial effects on the respiratory system, against coughs and bronchitis. We use the flowers, prepared as an infusion, or the leaves, which we smoke. It can be grown simply for its beautiful yellow flowers.

Perennial with magnificent bluish foliage.

Beautiful red fruits, almost round, about 10 cm, but not very regular. Very good flavor. Its name comes from the fact that it had to endure hail. Cultivated by Mr. Guy Bourgeois, market gardener in Ste-Dorothée, Laval, in the 1950s and 60s, to be sold at Bonsecours Market, a former public market in Old Montreal. Thanks to his daughter Suzanne for transmitting seeds. They were given to us by René Paquet who got them from Antoine D'Avignon, one of the pioneers in Quebec of saving ancestral seeds.


MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions about 10 days before planting by taking them out during the day.

The smallest tomato you've ever eaten. The gooseberry tomato is actually a cousin of the common tomato, native to South America. The plant produces clusters of several small, sweet fruits. The seeds you hold in your hands, however, have a particular origin… cliq here to read it! https://terrepromise.ca/blog/le-blogue-de-la-semenciere-1/la-tomate-de-leon-31

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

Nothing better than a refreshing, crunchy and tasty lettuce picked from the garden and eaten with friends. The seed company has selected for you its sweetest, most speckled and frivolous varieties to multiply the pleasure. Black-seed Alphange, Ibis Forellenchluss, Baquieu, and Cressonnette. * The varieties are subject to change.

A fine herb commonly used in traditional Acadian cuisine, it is not surprising that the Acadians have developed, over time, a variety of savory that is very much their own. The oldest traces of the old Acadian savory date back to a certain Mr. Jean Prudent Robichaud in Burnt Churchill, New Brunswick towards the end of the 19th century. He would have received seeds from a native of this region and his family would have perpetuated the cultivation of this savory over several generations. It is stockier than the common savory, since it probably had to adapt to a harsh and windy climate. more resistant and stocky than the common varieties and having a more pronounced flavor.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Like most herbs, it fears excess water.

Magnificent romaine lettuce with narrow, pointed leaves, green fringed with red. We can't swear the Devil has this ear shape, but we can say it tastes great. This very old variety comes from France. We cut the leaves as needed.

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

Along with the dandelion, the daisy is the first flower one identifies as a child. It is perfect in bouquets of wildflowers and can help us find the love of our life he loves me, he doesn't love me, he loves me, he doesn't love me...;De moreover, young fresh daisy leaves are eaten in salads. They have a slightly peppery taste. The flower bud is eaten raw or like capers. In herbal medicine, the dried flowers are used as an infusion. Daisy has antispasmodic, calming, digestive, astringent properties just like chamomile which is from the same family

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
White daisy is found in open, sunny places. This is why it scatters the fields, the vacant lots and the edges of the roads. It likes dry places and poor soils.

In the studio, Geneviève got her laces tangled, and brought down all the cabarets! So here are our best climbing beans, in all colors and flavors! Skunk, True Red Cranberry, Kahnawake Mohawk, Turkey craw, Mennonite, Mayflower and Grand-mère.

Large, plump black beans that can be eaten fresh or cooked as dried legumes. Excellent for making soups or refritos. Cultivation is easy and the plants, in addition to being robust, are tolerant of cool soil. Very very very productive. If you fail Black Coco cultivation, consider becoming an accountant.


MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Avoid handling or removing weeds when the beans are wet to prevent the spread of diseases. When the seedlings have started to sprout, ensure that the seedlings do not lack water until the first seeds appear. true leaves.

Shelling pea variety dating from the 1880s, with sweet round grains. Can be eaten fresh, or dried, and can be canned or frozen easily. Very early and therefore suitable for short seasons, like Quebec. Putting a net or stakes can help with the harvest, as it can reach almost a meter.

MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Requires net or other support to be able to hang on.

Tomato dating from 1869 according to the sources, of Italian type, with a very mild taste and having little juice. Large productive plants, clusters of 4 to 5 oddly shaped fruits, pale yellow skin with a little blush of pink. Perfect for tomato paste, sauce or preserves.


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