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Pre-Seed Vegetable Seeds

To seed in advance for fall, winter, and spring.

Advancing seeds for fall, winter, and spring gardens means starting or preparing seeds early—either by sowing, pre-seeding, or transplanting—so that you maximize your growing time, especially in climates with short seasons like much of Canada.

Here’s a breakdown of which seeds you can advance (start early or pre-seed) for Fall, Winter, and Spring harvests and how to do it:

Fall Garden (Plant in Summer for Fall Harvest)

Start seeds in July–August, either directly in the garden or indoors for transplanting.

Great seeds to advance:

  • Leafy Greens: Kale, spinach, Swiss chard, mustard greens, arugula
  • Root Vegetables: Carrots, beets, radishes, turnips
  • Brassicas: Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts

🧑🌾 Tips:

  • Pre-seed indoors or under shade during hot summer.
  • Harden off seedlings before transplanting in cooler fall soil.
  • Use row covers or cold frames to extend the season into late fall.

Creating a Winter Garden from seed involves selecting hardy, cold-tolerant crops that can either be sown in late summer/early fall for winter harvest or overwintered for early spring harvest. Here's a list of seed varieties ideal for a winter garden, especially in Canadian and northern U.S. zones:


🌱 Winter Garden Seed Varieties

🥬 Leafy Greens

  • Kale (‘Winterbor’, ‘Red Russian’) – Extremely cold-hardy.
  • Spinach (‘Bloomsdale Long Standing’, ‘Giant Winter’) – Sweetens with frost.
  • Swiss Chard – Survives mild winters with mulch.
  • Mâche (Corn Salad) – Very cold-tolerant; perfect for salad greens.
  • Claytonia (Miner’s Lettuce) – Thrives in cool, damp conditions.

🥕 Root Vegetables

  • Carrots (‘Napoli’, ‘Merida’) – Can be overwintered in the ground with mulch.
  • Beets – Early fall sowing gives sweet winter roots.
  • Turnips – Fast-growing and frost-tolerant.
  • Parsnips – Require frost to develop flavor; sow midsummer.
  • Rutabaga – Cold-hardy and stores well.

🥦 Brassicas

  • Cabbage (‘January King’, ‘Wintergreen’) – Overwinters with protection.
  • Broccoli (‘Purple Sprouting’, ‘Calabrese’) – Best for overwintering in mild climates.
  • Brussels Sprouts – Improves with frost.

🌿 Herbs

  • Parsley – Cold-hardy biennial.
  • Chives – Hardy perennial, regrows early in spring.
  • ThymeOregano, and Sage – Hardy perennials in many zones.

🧤 Tips for Winter Gardening Success

  • Use Cold Frames or Row Covers to extend harvest and protect seedlings.
  • Mulch heavily to insulate soil and root crops.
  • Choose short-day or overwintering varieties specifically labeled for cold climates.
  • Succession plant in late summer (August–September) for a steady supply through winter.

🌱 Spring Garden (Start in Late Winter or Very Early Spring)

Advance seeds indoors in February–March to transplant after the last frost.

Ideal for seed advancement:

  • Tomatoes, peppers, eggplant (start 6–8 weeks before last frost)
  • Brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower)
  • Herbs: Parsley, dill, thyme
  • Lettuce, onions, leeks (early starters)
  • Peas: Soak and pre-sprout for fast germination

💡 Tips:

  • Use grow lights or sunny windowsills.
  • Harden off plants before transplanting outdoors.
  • Use cold frames to get an early start in the ground.

 

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Catskill Brussel Sprouts, Choux De Bruxelles, Seeds - [ Shop Canadian Seeds Online ]  - Brussel Sprouts -
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Catskill Brussel Sprouts, Choux De Bruxelles, Seeds

Catskill Brussels Sprouts are an heirloom variety that dates back to 1941. Plants produce loads of 2″, medium-green sprouts on 2′ stalks. Great for eating fresh or freezing. Brassica oleracea var gemmifera. 100 days to maturity.

Catskill Brussels Sprouts are a traditional open-pollinated heirloom variety developed in the United States and introduced in the mid-20th century by the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, New York. Bred for improved uniformity and cold tolerance, this variety produces sturdy, upright plants with thick stalks and closely spaced, smooth, deep green sprouts that typically measure 1 to 1½ inches in diameter. Catskill Brussels Sprouts are known for their firm texture and mild, sweet, nutty flavor that becomes even better after exposure to frost, making them especially well suited for late fall and winter harvesting. Valued by home gardeners and market growers alike, this dependable variety offers good yields, excellent cold hardiness, and consistent quality, and remains a popular choice for roasting, steaming, or sautéing.

Type Brussels Sprouts
Family Cabbage
Temperature Soil 45F
Temperature Daytime 50-65F
Temperature Evening 40F
Lighting Light, Full Sun, 6-8 Hours
Water Steady, 6 Gallons Week
Maturity 75-85 Days Moderate
PH Neutral 5.5-6.8
Zones 2A-10B
Plant Placement 6 Plants, 3 Rows
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Salsify Root, Mammoth Sandwich, Mediterranean

Salsify (Sahl-seh-fee) is known as the oyster plant or oyster vegetable. These giant pencils are members of the dandelion family, a Mediterranean plant with a delicate taste, ever so slightly sweet, some say slightly reminiscent of oyster. Many liken it to an artichoke instead, however.

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Red-Veined Sorrel, Rumex Sanguineus, Sorrel Seeds

Tangy lemony flavour, used in salads and soups, and also as baby leaf for 'cut and come again' salad production. It has unusual and striking foliage - light green leaves with blood red veining, making it as attractive in the garden as on the plate.

Sorrel leaves have a tangy taste, with hints of citrus. They may be harvested as a baby leaf and used in salads, but can also be harvested when mature and cooked like spinach. Sorrel works well as an accompaniment to fish, meat and egg dishes, and as an ingredient in soup and gratins.

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Golden Yellow Bell Pepper, California Wonder Pepper Pepper Seeds

Golden Cal Wonder Bell Pepper Seeds – An American heirloom since 1920. This prolific trouble-free pepper is one of the best open-pollinated yellow bells available. It has a very sweet flavor making it a wonderful addition to salads, stir-fries, and any dish where great color and sweet taste are desired.

The ever-bearing upright plants produce fruit 4" long and 4" wide. Peppers mature from light green to golden-yellow and grow on sturdy 24" tall plants. Capsicum annuum (75 days) Organic - Heirloom - Open Pollinated - Organic

Heat Level: None - Sweet Pepper

In early spring, start seeds indoors 8 weeks prior to warm nightly temperatures. Place the seeds in sterile media and cover 1/4” deep. Provide 85°F bottom heat, bright light and keep moist at all times. Seeds will germinate in 7 - 21 days. Transplant seedlings into pots and grow until there are 6 true leaves on the plant. Plant them directly into rich soil, 30” apart or into large 5 gallon containers. Harvest peppers when they are yellow and full size.

 
Type Peppers
Family Nightshade Family
Temperature Soil 65-80F
Temperature Daytime 70-90F
Temperature Evening 60+F
Lighting Full Sun, 6-8 Hours/Day
Water Heavy, 6 Gallons/Day
Maturity Moderate, 65-85 Days Harvest
PH Neutral 5.5-7.0
Zones 4A-11B
Plant Placement 6 Plants, 3  Row
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Price $2.49

Apple Romaine Leaf, Cut Again Type, Romaine Seeds

The term "Apple Romaine" refers to a specific variety of romaine lettuce, not a hybrid of an apple and lettuce. This variety is known for its bright, apple-green color and specific leaf characteristics. 

Color: Bright, vibrant apple green.

Texture: Sturdy, crisp, and crunchy, providing a satisfying "high loft" when prepared.

Shape/Edges: The leaves have a smooth surface with distinctive serrated (toothed) edges and a slightly cupped shape.

Growth Habit: The plant has an upright growth habit, making harvesting easier.

Taste: Like other romaine varieties, it generally has a mild, subtly sweet and earthy flavor, with a slight hint of bitterness that adds depth. 

The robust texture and flavor of Apple Romaine make it highly versatile. 

Salads: It is ideal for salads, including the classic Caesar salad, as its sturdy leaves can hold up to thick and creamy dressings.

Wraps/Sandwiches: The leaves' shape and strength make them an excellent, low-carb replacement for tortillas, taco shells, or bread.

Cooking: Unlike some softer lettuces, Apple Romaine holds up well to heat and can be grilled, braised, or added to soups and stir-fries. 

Type Lettuce
Family Daisy Family
Temperature Soil 40-50F
Temperature Daytime 50-65F
Temperature Evening 40F+
Lighting Partial / Light, 2-4 Hours/Day
Water Light, 3 Gallons/Week
Maturity Moderate, 60-70 Days Harvest
PH Neutral 7.0-8.0
Zones 4A-9B
Plant Placement 8 Plants, 4 Per Row

 

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Price $2.49
Lunar White Carrot, Heirloom, White Carrot Seeds - [ Shop Canadian Seeds Online ]  - Carrot -
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Lunar White Carrot, Heirloom, White Carrot Seeds

Originated in 1600's. 

Crisp sweet flavor. 

60 day type.


Type
Carrots
Family Parsley Family
Temperature Soil 50-75F
Temperature Daytime 60-65F
Temperature Evening 45+F
Lighting Full Sun, 6-8 Hours/Day
Water Heavy, 6 Gallons/Week
Maturity Moderate, 65-85 Days Harvest
PH Neutral 5.5-7.0
Zones 4A-10B
Plant Placement 20 Plants, 4 Per Row

 

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Forellenschluss Romaine Leaf Lettuce Seeds with Freckles, Austrian

Open upright romaine leaf type with spots.
Best tasting lettuce of 1998.
Delicate and buttery flavor.

Fast germination. Easy to grow.
Type Salad Greens
Family Cabbage Family
Temperature Soil 55-75F
Temperature Daytime 50-65F
Temperature Evening 40F+
Lighting Partial / Full, 4-6 Hours/Day
Water Light,6 Gallons/Week
Maturity Short, 30-55 Days Harvest
PH Neutral 6.5-7.2
Zones 1A-9B
Plant Placement 4 Plants, 4 Per Row

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Price $2.49

Tequilla White/Purple Bell Pepper, Sweet Pepper Seeds

70 Days.

Starts yellow; turns to light purple.

Purple/White Exterior, White Flesh

Sweet taste similar to green bell peppers.

Type Peppers
Family Nightshade Family
Temperature Soil 65-80F
Temperature Daytime 70-90F
Temperature Evening 60+F
Lighting Full Sun, 6-8 Hours/Day
Water Heavy, 6 Gallons/Day
Maturity Moderate, 65-85 Days Harvest
PH Neutral 5.5-7.0
Zones 4A-11B
Plant Placement 6 Plants, 3  Row
★★★★★ In Stock
Price $2.49