Seed Guide 2007 pgs 01/41 - McKenzie Seeds

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frost has passed. When the fruit sets, prune the fruits until only one or two are left. Water frequently and add fertilizer occasionally to aid its growth. When fully matured, cut the pumpkin off the vine, leaving a portion of the stem attached to use as a handle. Pumpkin Jack O'lantern 101556 Medium orange flesh. Good carver. Size: 28 X 36" circumference. 10 lbs round to elongated meaty, sweet. Sow outdoors when frost danger past and soil is warm. Pumpkin Small Sugar 101562 Orange flesh. Sweet taste. 6-8 " in diameter. Small Pumpkins are also enjoyed as decorative centre pieces during the fall. The perfect size for two big pies. Pumpkin freezes very well. Sow outdoors when frost danger past and soil is warm. — RADISH — botanical: Raphanus sativus The radish is easy to grow and quick to mature. Grows best in cool weather; will not tolerate extreme heat or drought. Prefers full sunlight. Will grow in most types of soil; prefers pH 6.0-7.0. For best tasting results keep soil moist. Radishes are the quickest growing root crop. They come in a great many shapes and colors. Most radishes have a crispy white texture and an edible thin Red skin but some varieties are white or even black! The radish has a reputation for being hot but some in fact are very mild. The variety, the soil conditions, and the maturity of the Radish can all affect its flavor. Plant near peas, beans, lettuce, nasturtiums, cucumbers, carrots, parsnips or chervil.In Canada, radishes are usually eaten raw in salads or as a garnish. Varieties of radish that are used in cooking (see Daikon under Radish-Oriental) have recently been introduced by McKenzie. Nutritional Facts: A good source of Vitamin C. Radish Cherry Belle 101568 Round, bright red .75 inch. Resembles a cherry. Crisp and delicious. Sow directly into the garden. V E G E T A B L E S Radish Crimson Giant 101567 Perfect globe, crimson with solid white flesh. 1.5 inch. White flesh. Firm, crisp, and mild, grows without getting hollow. Sow directly into the garden. Radish French Breakfast 101583 Oblong. 1.3 inch. Scarlet root with white tip. Crisp and mild. Sow directly into the garden. Radish Scarlet Globe 101586 Olive shaped. 1 inch. Medium size. Crisp, tasty. Good for forcing. Sow directly into the garden. Radish Sparkler White Tip 101589 Almost round. 1.75 inch. Snappy flavour. Does not get hollow. Sow directly into the garden. Radish White Icicle 101596 Long and slender. 5.5 X 1 inch. Crisp, tender, mild and sweet. Sow directly into the garden. — SPINACH — botanical: Spinacia oleracea Easy to grow. Best results are obtained in good, rich, well-drained garden soil; pH 6.0-7.5. A cool weather vegetable. Best growth occurs in spring and fall. Intolerant of hot weather, it requires plenty of moisture. Plant near corn or nasturtiums but not near potatoes. Spinach is native to Iran and surrounding areas. 14th century English cookbooks contained spinach recipes. It was brought to America by early colonists. Nutritional Facts: Rich in Iron, beta carotene, folacin, protein and other minerals and vitamins. Spinach King of Denmark 101611 Leaves are dark green, large, broad and rounded, with a slightly crumpled look. The plant has a spreading habit. Feed with a high nitrogen fertilizer. Sow outdoors as soon as ground can be worked. 109
V E G E T A B L E S Spinach Long Standing Bloomsdale 101606 Slow to bolt and go to seed. Glossy dark green, thick textured, very crinkled. Heavy yields. Sow outdoors as soon as ground can be worked. Spinach Regal 130125 A slow bolting variety well suited for dense planting. Resistant to downy mildew. Regal’s fresh erect young leaves makes it a perfect choice for baby leaf spinach salad. — SPINACH - TETRAGONA — Perennial aka: Tetragona, Perennial Spinach. botanical: Tetragonia tetragonoides Best results are obtained in good, rich, well-drained garden soil; pH 6.0-7.5. A cool weather vegetable. Best growth occurs in spring and fall. Intolerant of hot weather, it requires plenty of moisture.Plant near corn or nasturtiums but not near potatoes.Spinach is native to Iran and surrounding areas. 14th century English cookbooks contained spinach recipes. It was brought to America by early colonists. Nutritional Facts: Rich in Iron, beta carotene, folacin, protein and other minerals and vitamins. — SQUASH — Nutritional Facts: Squashes are always an excellent source of vitamin C and beta carotene. The flowers are high in potassium. Squash Sunburst Hybrid 127513 This hybrid summer scallop squash is fast growing producing an abundance of young, tender 1-3" (2.5-7.5cm) fruits, summer through fall. Unique bright yellow with a dark sunburst pattern at both ends. Interior flesh is creamy white and tender with an extremely tasty mild and buttery flavour. An excellent source of vitamin C. Compact bush type plants allow for easy picking. Generous watering is required if the weather is dry. Plant 5-6 seeds/hill, then thin to best 3. Squash Zucchini Dark 101637 Summer Variety Straight. 15-18 cm. Sow directly into the garden. — SQUASH - WINTER — botanical: Cucurbita maxima Winter Squash (species maxima) has more flavor than Summer Squash (species pepo). They have hard thick shells and should be left on the vine until fully ripe.Stores well. Nutritional Facts: Winter types are a good source of vitamin A and beta carotene. Squash Buttercup 101623 Winter Variety Turban Shaped Dark green stripes, orange flesh. 4 X 6". Sow directly into the garden. — SQUASH - SUMMER — botanical: Cucurbita maxima Squash will grow easily and will produce abundant food for the space. Soil should be rich and well drained; pH 5.5-7.5. Generous watering is required if the weather is dry. Summer Squash is fast growing producing an abundance of thin-skinned fruits. Summer squash will give young tender fruits summer through fall. Plant near corn or nasturtiums but not near potatoes.Squash is usually cooked. It has a place in baking, in stir fry, in stews, in casseroles and in pickles. 110 W W W . M C K E N Z I E S E E D S . C O M
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