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This variety is a top recommendation for Utah growers per USU Extension—it's listed among reliable bush beans that perform well in our climate, with good yields in full sun and well-drained soil, and it suits succession planting for extended harvest during the warm season. 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The flavor is classic and outstanding—fresh, sweet, and full of that satisfying green bean snap with a mild, nutty undertone that's excellent for everyday eating. These beans are perfect steamed or boiled as a simple side, sautéed with garlic and butter, added to stir-fries, casseroles, or three-bean salads, pickled for dilly beans, or frozen\/canned for year-round use—many gardeners consider it a benchmark for reliable homegrown snap beans. This variety is a strong performer in Utah because it's one of the earliest-maturing bush beans, allowing harvest before summer heat peaks, it's tolerant of cooler springs and variable conditions common here, and it's consistently recommended by USU Extension as a productive, disease-resistant option that thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and provides dependable yields in shorter seasons. 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The roots have a firm, dense texture when young, becoming tender and juicy when cooked, with a sweet, earthy flavor that's robust and mildly sugary—less peppery than some beets and excellent for both fresh and cooked uses. These beets are ideal roasted to intensify their natural sweetness, boiled or steamed for classic sides, pickled for tangy snacks, grated raw into salads or slaws, or added to soups and borscht—the greens are also edible with a spinach-like taste for sautéing or salads. This variety is an outstanding choice for Utah because it's cold-hardy, early-maturing, and widely recommended by USU Extension as one of the most reliable beets for our region, performing consistently in variable springs and falls with full sun, well-drained soil, and good tolerance to our alkaline conditions and shorter cool seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e75 seeds per packet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Seed Packet","offer_id":44848906338413,"sku":"detdr-beet-seed","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/DetroitDarkRed.jpg?v=1773697861"},{"product_id":"green-magic-broccoli","title":"Green Magic Broccoli","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGreen Magic is a hybrid broccoli variety that produces medium to large, well-domed heads with tight, deep blue-green florets that are smooth, uniform, and attractive, averaging 6-8 inches across on compact plants. The heads have a crisp, tender texture with a mild, sweet, and slightly nutty flavor that's fresh and appealing when harvested young—excellent for raw or cooked uses without the stronger taste some broccoli varieties develop. It's fantastic steamed or roasted to highlight its sweetness, added to stir-fries, pasta dishes, casseroles, or soups, chopped raw for salads and crudités, or blended into creamy soups and purees for a vibrant green color and nutrition boost. This variety is a solid choice for Utah because it's heat-tolerant and performs well in our variable spring and fall seasons (with good resistance to bolting in warmer spells), matures quickly enough to fit our shorter cool-season windows using transplants, and thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun—many growers find it reliable for consistent heads in northern Utah conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44848921706605,"sku":"grnm-broc-01","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44907814420589,"sku":"grnm-broc-02","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44848921739373,"sku":"grnm-broc-04","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/GreenMagic.jpg?v=1773698038"},{"product_id":"danvers-carrots","title":"Danvers Carrots Seeds","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDanvers carrots are a classic heirloom variety (often called Danvers Half Long or Danvers 126) producing straight, conical roots typically 6-8 inches long and 1.5-2 inches wide at the shoulder, tapering to a blunt point, with smooth skin and deep, rich orange color throughout. The roots have a crisp, crunchy texture when young, with a sweet, earthy flavor that's mildly nutty and full-bodied—best when harvested at moderate size, as older roots can develop a fibrous core making them better suited for cooking than raw snacking. These carrots are versatile in the kitchen: grate for salads or slaws, roast or glaze for caramelized sweetness, steam or boil as a simple side, add to soups, stews, or pot roasts, or use raw in crudités and dips for their satisfying snap. This variety is an excellent choice for Utah because it's widely adapted and heat-tolerant, performs reliably in our variable soils (including heavier or rocky ones common in many areas), and matures in a timeframe that fits our shorter growing season with direct sowing in spring or fall for consistent, flavorful results in full sun and well-drained conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e75 seeds per packet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Seed Packet","offer_id":44848932880493,"sku":"dan-car-seed","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/Danvers.jpg?v=1773698838"},{"product_id":"marigolds-african","title":"Marigolds - African","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAfrican marigolds (Tagetes erecta), also known as American or big marigolds, are tall, upright annuals producing large, fully double pom-pom flowers 3-5 inches across (sometimes up to 6 inches on select varieties), in bright solid colors of gold, orange, lemon yellow, or occasionally white\/creamy tones, held high above the foliage on sturdy stems. The plants have dark green, pinnately divided, aromatic foliage that emits a strong, distinctive marigold scent when brushed or crushed, with a bushy to columnar habit reaching 24-36 inches tall (dwarf types stay shorter at 12-18 inches). The blooms are long-lasting in the garden and as cut flowers, attracting pollinators like bees while repelling many garden pests with their natural compounds. These marigolds are excellent for adding bold, cheerful color to borders, beds, or containers, and their size and vibrancy make them a classic choice for Utah gardens—they thrive in our hot, dry summers with full sun and well-drained soil, tolerate alkaline conditions common here, and provide reliable, season-long blooms from midsummer through frost when started with transplants for an early display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":44848950181997,"sku":"afri-mari-06","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12-Pack","offer_id":44848950214765,"sku":"afri-mari-12","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/MarigoldsAfrican.jpg?v=1773700122"},{"product_id":"marigolds-french","title":"Marigolds - French","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrench marigolds (Tagetes patula) are compact, bushy annuals producing abundant small to medium double or single flowers 1-2 inches across, in a cheerful mix of bright yellows, oranges, deep reds, mahogany, and bicolors (often with contrasting centers or edges), creating a dense, colorful display from midsummer through frost. The plants have finely divided, dark green aromatic foliage that releases a strong, distinctive marigold scent when touched, with a mounding habit typically 8-18 inches tall and wide depending on the cultivar. The blooms are prolific, long-lasting in the garden, and useful as cut flowers or for attracting pollinators while naturally repelling many soil pests like nematodes with their root exudates. These marigolds are a fantastic addition to Utah gardens because they thrive in our hot, dry summers with full sun and well-drained soil, tolerate alkaline conditions common here, and provide reliable, low-maintenance color and pest protection throughout the season—especially valuable for edging beds, filling gaps, or mixing with vegetables when using transplants for an early show.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":44848950411373,"sku":"fren-mari-06","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12-Pack","offer_id":44848950444141,"sku":"fren-mari-12","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/MarigoldsFrench.jpg?v=1773700174"},{"product_id":"zinnias-california-giant","title":"Zinnias - California Giant","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCalifornia Giant zinnias are a classic heirloom mix variety that produce very large, fully double to semi-double blooms 4-6 inches across (sometimes up to 7 inches on strong stems), with broad, overlapping petals in a vibrant range of solid and bicolor shades including scarlet, pink, orange, yellow, white, purple, and striped combinations surrounding a small central disk. The flowers have a classic dahlia-like form with a full, rounded appearance and sit atop tall, sturdy stems with typical zinnia foliage, blooming profusely from mid-summer through fall and attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators while providing bold, showy color in the garden. These zinnias are excellent for fresh-cut bouquets (long stems and large heads make impressive arrangements that last well in vases), left standing for continuous garden color and pollinator support, or grown as a dramatic focal point in beds, borders, or cutting gardens—their impressive size and color variety make them a favorite for visual impact. This variety is a wonderful choice for Utah because it's heat- and drought-tolerant once established, thrives in our hot, dry summers and alkaline soils with excellent drainage, and delivers reliable, long-season blooms in full sun—making it a low-maintenance, high-impact annual that performs consistently in our shorter growing season when using transplants for an early start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e50 seeds per packet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":44848953426029,"sku":"cali-zin-06","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12-Pack","offer_id":44848953458797,"sku":"cali-zin-12","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Seed Packet","offer_id":44879513190509,"sku":"cali-zin-seed","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/ZinniasCaliforniaGiants.jpg?v=1773700284"},{"product_id":"sunflowers-evening-sun","title":"Sunflowers - Evening Sun","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEvening Sun sunflowers are a striking heirloom mix variety that produce large, single blooms 5-8 inches across on tall stems, with petals in a warm range of deep mahogany-red, bronze, gold, orange, and bicolor combinations surrounding a dark chocolate-brown to black center disk. The flowers have a classic daisy-like form with slightly reflexed petals and a vibrant, sunset-inspired palette that creates a dramatic, eye-catching display in the garden from mid-summer through fall. These sunflowers are fantastic as cut flowers for long-lasting bouquets (stems hold up well in vases), left in the landscape to attract bees, butterflies, and birds (especially finches that love the seeds), or grown for their towering height and bold color impact in borders or backgrounds. This variety is a wonderful choice for Utah because it's heat- and drought-tolerant once established, thrives in our hot, dry summers and alkaline soils with excellent drainage, and provides reliable, long-season blooms in full sun—making it a low-maintenance, high-impact annual that performs consistently in our shorter growing season when using transplants for an early start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44848973316205,"sku":"evsun-sunf-01","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44889432555629,"sku":"evsun-sunf-02","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44848973283437,"sku":"evsun-sunf-04","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/SunflowerEveningSun.jpg?v=1773700387"},{"product_id":"sunflowers-mammoth","title":"Sunflowers - Mammoth","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMammoth sunflowers are a classic giant heirloom variety that produce enormous single blooms 10-14 inches (sometimes up to 18 inches) across on very tall stems, with broad golden-yellow petals surrounding a large, dark brown to black center disk packed with edible seeds. The flowers have a traditional open daisy-like form and create a dramatic, towering presence in the garden from mid-summer through fall, often reaching heights of 9-12 feet or more under good conditions. These sunflowers are fantastic as cut flowers for impressive bouquets (though stems are thick and heavy), left standing to attract bees, butterflies, and birds (especially finches and other seed-eaters that love the large seed heads), or grown for their bold height and classic sunflower look in backgrounds or large borders. This variety is a strong performer in Utah because it's heat- and drought-tolerant once established, thrives in our hot, dry summers and alkaline soils with excellent drainage, and delivers reliable, massive blooms in full sun—making it a low-maintenance, high-impact annual that performs consistently in our shorter growing season when using transplants for an early start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44848980230253,"sku":"mamm-sunf-01","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44889428164717,"sku":"mamm-sunf-02","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44848980197485,"sku":"mamm-sunf-04","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/SunflowerMammoth.jpg?v=1773700569"},{"product_id":"black-seeded-simpson","title":"Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Seeded Simpson is a classic heirloom loose-leaf lettuce variety featuring large, upright plants with bright lime-green, lightly crinkled and frilled leaves that form a loose rosette, often reaching 8-10 inches tall and wide. The leaves are crisp, tender, juicy, and mildly sweet with a fresh, delicate flavor that's excellent for fresh eating—inner leaves tend to blanch to a lighter color for added contrast. It's incredibly versatile: harvest young as baby greens for salads, use mature leaves in sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, or as a bed for grilled proteins, and it's a staple for mixed greens mixes or simple side salads. This variety is an outstanding choice for Utah because it's one of the most reliable and productive leaf lettuces recommended by local extensions like USU, it's cold-tolerant for early spring and fall planting, slow to bolt compared to many others, and handles our variable cool-season conditions well with good drainage and consistent moisture. 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It's wonderful in fresh green salads, as a base for Caesar or wedge salads, layered in sandwiches and wraps, added to smoothies for creaminess, or used as edible cups for appetizers and fillings. This variety is an excellent choice for Utah because it's listed among reliable butterhead types by USU Extension, it's more heat-tolerant and slower to bolt than many lettuces, allowing better performance through our variable springs and early summers, and it thrives in cool conditions with fertile, well-drained soil for consistent tender growth. 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The flavor is exceptionally sweet and mild with very low pungency—often described as one of the sweetest onions available, with a pleasant mild sharpness when raw that mellows beautifully when cooked, making them less tear-inducing than many types. These onions are fantastic eaten raw in salads, on burgers and sandwiches, sliced thin for salsas or pico de gallo, caramelized for rich toppings on steaks or pizzas, grilled as a side, or used in soups, stir-fries, and relishes where their natural sweetness shines without overpowering other ingredients. This variety is a strong performer in Utah because it's specifically adapted to our northern latitudes and intermediate-day length (bulbs well in zones 5-7), it thrives in our alkaline soils with good drainage and full sun, and it's long been recommended by USU Extension as a reliable, high-quality sweet onion for local home gardens—providing large, sweet bulbs that store decently in our cool, dry conditions when harvested properly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":44849107927149,"sku":"suta-oni-06","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12-Pack","offer_id":44849107959917,"sku":"suta-oni-12","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/YellowSpanishUtah.jpg?v=1773703204"},{"product_id":"sugar-snap-pea","title":"Sugar Snap Pea","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSugar Snap pea is a popular snap pea variety that produces plump, round pods typically 2-3 inches long, with thick, crisp, juicy walls and small, tender peas inside—pods are completely edible when harvested young, remaining sweet and succulent even as peas begin to fill out. The flavor is outstanding—intensely sweet, fresh, and mildly nutty with a satisfying crunch that's often described as one of the best-tasting peas available, far superior to traditional snow peas or shelling types for raw or quick-cooked eating. These peas are perfect eaten straight off the vine as a snack, added raw to salads and stir-fries, steamed or sautéed briefly as a bright green side, used in Asian-inspired dishes like fried rice or vegetable medleys, or pickled for tangy treats—their sweetness and crunch make them a favorite for fresh use. This variety is a reliable choice for Utah because it's cold-hardy and early-maturing, allowing direct sowing or transplanting in our cool spring and fall seasons with good frost tolerance, it performs consistently in full sun and well-drained soil despite variable weather, and it's frequently recommended by USU Extension as a productive snap pea suited to northern Utah home gardens for extended harvests through the shorter cool periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 seeds per packet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"6-Pack","offer_id":44849124933741,"sku":"suga-pea-06","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Seed Packet","offer_id":44849124966509,"sku":"suga-pea-seed","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/SugarSnap.jpg?v=1773703527"},{"product_id":"california-wonder-sweet-pepper","title":"California Wonder Sweet Pepper","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCalifornia Wonder is a classic heirloom sweet bell pepper variety that produces large, blocky, four-lobed fruits typically 4-5 inches long and wide, with thick, glossy walls that start a rich dark green and ripen to a deep, vibrant red. The flesh is crisp, juicy, and meaty with a sweet, mild flavor that's rich and full-bodied without any heat—often considered one of the best-tasting traditional bell peppers for fresh use. These peppers are ideal for stuffing (like classic chiles rellenos, stuffed peppers with rice and meat, or vegetarian fillings), slicing raw into salads and crudités, roasting or grilling for enhanced sweetness, dicing into salsas and sauces, or adding to fajitas, stir-fries, and sandwiches for substantial crunch and flavor. This variety is a reliable choice for Utah because it's well-adapted to our hot, dry summers with good performance in alkaline soils when drainage is excellent, it matures in a reasonable timeframe for the shorter season with transplants, and it's consistently recommended by local extensions like USU for home gardeners seeking dependable sweet peppers. 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The flavor is mild, slightly nutty, and fresh with a subtle sweetness—excellent when harvested small to medium for the best texture and taste, avoiding the toughness and seediness that develops in oversized fruits. It's highly versatile in recipes: grate for zucchini bread or fritters, slice thin for raw salads or carpaccio, spiralize into noodles, grill or sauté as a side, stuff and bake, or use in ratatouille, stir-fries, and soups. This variety is a top choice for Utah because it's prolific, early-maturing, and reliable in our hot, dry summers with well-drained soil—many local growers and extensions highlight it as a high-yielding summer squash that thrives here when planted after frost risk passes. 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The flavor is excellent—rich, sweet-tangy, and full-bodied, often praised as similar to the standard Early Girl but with reliable quality in a bush form that's easier to manage. These tomatoes are perfect for slicing thick on sandwiches and burgers, dicing into fresh salads or salsas, chopping for bruschetta, or using in quick sauces, soups, and grilled dishes where you want that fresh, homegrown tomato taste. This variety is a great fit for Utah because it's an early-maturing type that delivers abundant fruit in our short growing season and hot, dry summers, with good heat tolerance, disease resistance (including VFFNTA in many strains), and reliable performance in well-drained soil—local growers and extensions often highlight it as a solid, productive choice for home gardens here. 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These tomatoes are perfect for slicing thick on sandwiches and burgers, chopping into fresh salads and salsas, or using in sauces and stews. This variety is a good choice for Utah because it is heat-tolerant, highly disease-resistant, and reliably productive in our hot, dry summers and shorter high-elevation season when given full sun and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44849235066989,"sku":"celpls-tom-01","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44849235001453,"sku":"celpls-tom-02","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44849235034221,"sku":"celpls-tom-04","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/Celebrity.jpg?v=1773706112"},{"product_id":"sungold-pole-cherry-tomato","title":"Sungold Pole Cherry Tomato","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSungold pole cherry tomato is a highly popular hybrid indeterminate variety that produces abundant clusters of small, round cherry tomatoes typically 1-1.5 inches in diameter, with thin, golden-orange to bright apricot skin and incredibly juicy, sweet flesh that's bursting with flavor. The taste is renowned as one of the sweetest cherry tomatoes available—intensely fruity, sugary, and tropical with a perfect balance of sweetness and very mild acidity, often described as candy-like and addictive for fresh eating straight off the vine. These tomatoes are perfect popped raw as snacks, added whole to salads and antipasto platters, skewered for kabobs or caprese skewers, halved in pasta dishes or salsas, or roasted lightly to concentrate their sweetness in sauces and sides. This variety is a fantastic choice for Utah because it's vigorous and productive even in our shorter high-elevation season when started early with transplants, it handles hot, dry summers well with consistent moisture, and it's widely praised by local growers and USU Extension as a top-performing cherry tomato that delivers exceptional flavor and heavy yields in full sun with good drainage—making it ideal for home gardeners seeking reliable, delicious cherry tomatoes through summer and into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salt City Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Individual Plant","offer_id":44849241915501,"sku":"sgold-tom-01","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":44849241849965,"sku":"sgold-tom-02","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44849241882733,"sku":"sgold-tom-04","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/6774\/9997\/files\/SunGold.jpg?v=1773706352"},{"product_id":"early-frosty-pea","title":"Early Frosty Pea","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEarly Frosty is an early-maturing snow pea variety that produces long, flat, crisp pods typically 3–4 inches long with smooth, bright green skin and tender, sweet edible pods. 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