{"title":"Vegetable seeds","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOur vegetable seeds are ideal for growing a productive and varied vegetable garden. Whether you prefer sowing in pots or directly in the ground, here you’ll find everything you need to harvest tomatoes, carrots, radishes, and much more. Perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners alike, our varieties are selected for their ease of cultivation and yield.\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"50-graines-dasperge-verte-potager-legume-semences-reproductibles","title":"Green asparagus seeds (Asparagus officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen asparagus, garden asparagus: growing your own asparagus is an investment in time. The first harvest does not come until after three years—but a well-established planting then produces for fifteen to twenty years. Few vegetable crops offer such longevity from a single sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery long-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a planting produces for 15 to 20 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen asparagus:\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in the light without earthing up, it is simpler to grow than white asparagus and has a more pronounced flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e after harvesting, the stems develop into light, feathery foliage that is highly ornamental.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands harsh winters without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose, sandy, and above all perfectly drained. A crucial point: its crowns rot in heavy, damp soil. Clay soils also give the asparagus a slightly bitter taste. In heavy soil, grow it on a raised mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to June in a nursery bed, in well-loosened soil, spacing the seeds 10 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart, and covering them with 1 cm of fine soil. Soaking them for 24 to 48 hours in lukewarm water significantly speeds up naturally slow germination (3 to 6 weeks).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the young plants in the nursery for one year, then transplant the crowns obtained to their permanent location, in deep trenches spaced 1.50 m apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not harvest anything during the first two years: allow the plant to build up its reserves. This is essential for long-term production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeed carefully, as asparagus does not tolerate competition well. Mulch generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the yellowing foliage only in late autumn: it is what replenishes the crowns for the following year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the third year onward, cut the spears when they reach 20 cm, at ground level. Stop harvesting at the end of June to allow the plant to rebuild its reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomatoes and parsley are its classic companions: tomatoes repel the asparagus beetle, while parsley makes use of the available space between the rows. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense, feathery summer foliage provides excellent shelter for beneficial insects and spiders throughout the warm season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale plants produce decorative red berries that feed birds in autumn—be careful, as they are not edible for humans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteamed, roasted, in risotto, or in a velouté. Unlike white asparagus, green asparagus generally requires no peeling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly female plants bear red berries. Harvest them when fully ripe in autumn, crush them in a little water, and rinse to extract the black seeds, then dry them. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rates, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our conviction: to restore gardeners' ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvest three years of patience for twenty years of spring harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865911669069,"sku":"3760335362217","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/asperge-verte-turions-rameau-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788216145"},{"product_id":"35-graines-dartichaut-potager-semences-paysannes-reproductibles","title":"Artichoke seeds (Cynara scolymus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCynara scolymus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtichoke, globe artichoke: what we eat is actually an unopened flower bud — left on the plant, it opens into a spectacular, immense blue-violet flower head, very similar to that of the thistle from which it descends. A plant that is both edible and remarkably ornamental, whose finely cut, silvery foliage deserves a place in flower beds just as much as in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajestic growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e large, deeply cut silver leaves, reaching up to 1.50 m in height and spreading just as wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a clump produces for 4 to 5 years before needing to be renewed from rooted offsets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e an immense blue-violet flower head if a bud is allowed to open, lasting several weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy down to -10 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided it is protected from the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, in a temperate climate and sheltered from cold winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, fertile, loose and well-drained. This is a hungry plant that appreciates a generous addition of compost. Critical point: it is much more afraid of winter moisture than of cold — in heavy soil, plant it on a mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from February to March in pots at 18–20 °C, or directly in the ground after the last frosts, at a depth of 1 or 2 cm. Keep the soil moist without waterlogging it during growth. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with at least 1 metre between plants: they become very large. The first harvest generally takes place in the second year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil moist without waterlogging it. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cold regions, mound soil around the base and cover the crown with a thick mulch before winter: this determines whether it survives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenew the planting every 4 to 5 years by taking rooted lateral offsets in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the heads with 10 cm of stem, before the scales begin to spread apart: after this stage, the choke develops and the heart becomes tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the central head first; the smaller side heads will follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave one or two for flowering: the spectacle is worth the sacrifice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts imposing size makes it a good windbreak for shorter crops. At its base, sow \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eclovers\u003c\/a\u003e, which will fix the nitrogen it needs. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet one or two heads flower: their immense blue-violet flower heads are among the most visited flowers in the vegetable garden, literally covered with bumblebees for weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds then feed goldfinches, whose name says enough about their attachment to this family of plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeads cooked in water or steamed, hearts pan-fried or prepared à la barigoule; very young poivrade artichokes can be eaten raw with salt. Dried flowering heads make superb long-lasting bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a head flower fully and then form its tufted achenes, which should be harvested when dry. Note: seedlings produce variable plants — propagation by rooted offsets remains the reliable method for reproducing a good specimen. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA noble vegetable and a spectacular plant, equally at home in the vegetable garden and the flower bed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865912586573,"sku":"3760335362163","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/artichaut-tetes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788006013"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-caprier-vivace-sans-epine-semences-reproductibles","title":"Thornless caper bush seeds (Capparis spinosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapparis spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caper bush has a remarkable survival secret: it is often seen growing directly in the cracks of old Mediterranean stone walls, with almost no soil. This thornless variety retains all the hardiness of the Mediterranean, without the inconvenience of thorny branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraceful habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bushy, trailing shrub with a spreading habit of approximately 50 cm by 1 metre, with drooping branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEphemeral flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e the fragrant white flowers, with long purple stamens, last only a single day each, between June and July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates temperatures down to -5 °C and withstands drought remarkably well once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, as warm as possible — against a south-facing wall is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e dry, stony, chalky, very poor and, above all, perfectly drained. This is a plant that thrives in extreme conditions: never enrich the soil, and avoid any heavy or damp soil, which is fatal to its roots. In a pot, use a mixture of potting soil, sand and gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e germination is known to be difficult and slow. Soak the seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water, then apply \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for 2 to 3 weeks before sowing in pots in spring. Be patient: emergence may take several weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in the ground only in southern France. Elsewhere, grow it in a pot and bring it indoors for protection from the cold in winter, in a cool, bright room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater very sparingly, only during the first year. Cut back the branches at the end of winter to encourage the production of new buds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the flower buds early in the morning, while they are still tightly closed: these become capers after being preserved in salt or vinegar. The smallest ones are the most sought after.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the requirements of other Mediterranean plants such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it creates a harmonious, water-efficient dry rock garden. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large flowers, although fleeting, are highly valued by bees during their brief day of bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts ability to colonise low walls and rock gardens makes it a welcome refuge for small wildlife in dry gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flower buds become capers; the young fruits, harvested later, produce caper berries, which are equally popular in Mediterranean cuisine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few buds to open and then develop into fruit. Harvest the fruit when fully ripe, open it and extract the small brown seeds from the pulp, then rinse and dry them. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransform a corner of your garden into a Mediterranean-inspired setting with these thornless caper bush seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865913110861,"sku":"3760335362026","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/caprier-vieux-mur-pierre-mediterraneen-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788010632"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-cornichon-vert-de-paris-plante-legume-semences-paysannes","title":"Parisian green gherkin seeds (Cucumis sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e “Vert de Paris”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParis green gherkin, fine Meaux gherkin: botanically, a gherkin is nothing more than a cucumber harvested very young. But this old variety was selected for exactly that: small, firm fruits covered in prickles that retain their crunch after being preserved in jars. A good enough reason to grow it when you know that almost all the gherkins sold in France come from elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall, firm fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e harvest at between 4 and 8 cm, covered in prickles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOld variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e seed-saving, highly productive, and fast-growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimbing plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e its tendrils cling to any support, trellis, or pergola.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-sensitive:\u003c\/strong\u003e it will not grow as long as temperatures remain below 12°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, warm and sheltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, moist, and well drained. Like all \u003cem\u003eCucumis\u003c\/em\u003e, it has a high need for water and organic matter: add plenty of mature compost. It is just as sensitive to cold as it is to stagnant moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e do not sow too early. Sow in pots under cover from April at 20°C, or directly in the ground only once the soil has warmed up well, at a depth of 2 cm. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the last frosts, spacing plants 60 cm apart, at the foot of a support. Trellised, it takes up little space and its clearly visible fruits will not escape your notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly at the base, without wetting the foliage. Mulch to retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch out the main stem above the fourth leaf to encourage branching, which bears the female flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe decisive point:\u003c\/strong\u003e harvest every day or every other day during the peak season. A gherkin grows very quickly—in 48 hours it becomes a small cucumber, and every fruit left on the plant stops the production of subsequent fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the stem with pruning shears rather than pulling on the vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well with beans, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e, and lettuce at its base. Avoid planting it near potatoes. See also the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/50-graines-de-concombre-marketmore-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eMarketmore cucumber\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts yellow flowers are heavily visited by bees, on which fruit set entirely depends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen trellised, it forms a plant screen that shelters beneficial insects and shades more fragile crops in midsummer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickled with tarragon, garlic, and small onions, lacto-fermented, or simply eaten raw when tiny. Rub them with a cloth before putting them in jars to remove the prickles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit on the plant to turn yellow and grow fully, sacrificing it for seed production. Remove the seeds, let them ferment for two days in a little water, then rinse and dry them. It cross-pollinates with other cucumbers: isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour own jar of gherkins: a pleasure that has become rare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865914356045,"sku":"3760335361975","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/cornichon-vert-de-paris-tige-trois-fruits-packshot-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788255485"},{"product_id":"60-graines-de-betterave-chioggia-legumes-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Chioggia beet seeds (Beta vulgaris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e “Chioggia”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChioggia beet, Chioggia beetroot, candy-striped beet: cut it in half and you’ll understand its nickname—its flesh reveals concentric pink and white rings, like a lollipop. This 19th-century Italian variety, originating from the Venice Lagoon, is also one of the sweetest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriped flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e concentric pink and white rings, spectacular when thinly sliced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild, sweet flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e less earthy than red beetroot, excellent raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Italian variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, seed-saving variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for container growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e it grows very well in a planter on a balcony or terrace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, light, loose, and deep, enriched with well-rotted compost. Avoid stony soils, which deform the roots, and never add fresh manure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to June to stagger harvests, 2 cm deep in rows 30 cm apart. Soak the seeds for one hour in lukewarm water to encourage germination. Each “seed” is a \u003cstrong\u003eglomerule\u003c\/strong\u003e containing 3 to 6 fused seeds—which explains the clustered emergence. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin without fail\u003c\/strong\u003e to 10 cm apart as soon as 3 or 4 leaves appear. The good news: beetroot is the only root vegetable that can be transplanted easily—the seedlings removed are not wasted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly, especially during dry periods: fluctuations in water supply cause the roots to split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young, when 5 to 8 cm in diameter: this is when the rings are most contrasting and the flesh most tender. If too large, it becomes paler and fibrous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave 3 cm of stem when cutting off the tops, which can be cooked like chard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-doignon-jaune-paille-legumes-potager-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eonions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-dail-blanc-plantes-legumes-fleurs-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003egarlic\u003c\/a\u003e, and lettuces. Avoid planting it near leeks. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-betterave-jaune-legumes-ancien-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003eyellow beetroot\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad foliage covers the soil, protects it from drying out, and provides shelter for ground beetles and beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing colorful heirloom varieties like this one directly contributes to maintaining cultivated diversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest eaten raw\u003c\/strong\u003e: its striped color fades when cooked, so serve it as carpaccio or grated in a salad to make the most of the pattern. If you cook it, choose the oven rather than boiling water, and add a splash of vinegar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a biennial, it produces seed in its second year: keep a few roots protected from frost and replant them in spring. Harvest the dry flower stalks. Beware, it crosses with chard and other beets: isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beetroot that is eaten raw, for the pleasure of the eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865921565005,"sku":"3760335360282","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/betterave-chioggia-racine-paree-fanes-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788271183"},{"product_id":"60-graines-daubergine-rontonda-di-bianca-legumes-semis-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Rotonda di Bianca eggplant seeds (Solanum melongena)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e “Rotonda Bianca”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotonda Bianca eggplant, round white eggplant, egg-shaped eggplant: this type of variety is why the eggplant gets its English name, \u003cem\u003eeggplant\u003c\/em\u003e — the first ones introduced to Europe were white and egg-shaped. Its flesh is milder, creamier, and above all \u003cstrong\u003eless bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e than that of black varieties, with significantly fewer seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite, round fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e a traditional Italian variety, highly decorative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild, creamy flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e barely bitter, so salting to draw out excess moisture is unnecessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for gardens as well as terraces and balconies in a large pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e no need to peel it; it softens during cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all nightshades, its foliage and immature fruits contain solanine and must not be eaten. Only well-formed fruits are edible, and they must always be cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender and sensitive to cold: it suffers as soon as nighttime temperatures drop below 12 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm, sunny, and sheltered from the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e very rich in humus, deep, moist, and well drained. This is an extremely hungry plant: a generous supply of well-rotted compost is crucial for fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow indoors in pots from February onward, at \u003cstrong\u003e24-26 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e — a critical point: eggplant germinates poorly below 20 °C and is far more demanding than tomatoes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 60 cm apart, and provide a stake: stems laden with round, heavy fruits bend easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly at the base without wetting the foliage. Mulch generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn our climate, limit the plant to 4 or 5 fruits by pinching out the stem above the last one: you will get truly developed eggplants rather than a succession of unfinished ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the fruit is completely white, firm, and \u003cstrong\u003eshiny\u003c\/strong\u003e. As soon as it turns yellow or becomes dull, it is overripe: its flesh becomes bitter and full of hard seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt thrives near beans, which fix the nitrogen it craves, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e, which help limit nematodes. Avoid growing it after tomatoes or potatoes. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/60-graines-daubergine-black-beauty-legume-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eBlack Beauty eggplant\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts purple flowers require buzz pollination: only bumblebees, which can vibrate their muscles at high frequency, are capable of it. Welcoming them into the garden directly improves your harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing colorful heirloom varieties helps preserve cultivated diversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts round shape makes it the perfect eggplant for stuffing. It is also excellent roasted in thick slices, grilled, in parmigiana, or as a dip. Always cooked, never raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit well beyond the eating stage, until it turns yellow and wrinkles. Then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them. Since eggplant is mostly self-pollinating, cross-pollination remains limited. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white eggplant of Italian vegetable gardens, mild and made for stuffing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865921630541,"sku":"3760335360046","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/aubergine-rotonda-bianca-rameau-fructifie-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788270788"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-salsifis-enorme-legumes-ancien-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Black salsify seeds — scorzonera (Scorzonera hispanica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eScorzonera hispanica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScorzonera, black salsify, Spanish salsify, cornée: behind the common name “salsify” lies this particular species, with its long root and black skin, which has supplanted true white salsify in kitchen gardens. It is more productive, tastier and, above all, perennial—its tender, melting white flesh subtly evokes asparagus and artichoke, with a hint of iodine that has earned it the nickname “the oyster of the vegetable garden.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, fleshy root:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 30 cm long, with black skin and tender, melting white flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild and slightly sweet, with a subtle iodine note highly appreciated by chefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage vegetable:\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivated since the 16th century, now rare on market stalls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial and hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can remain in the ground for several years and withstand severe cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny or lightly shaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edeep, loose and free of stones\u003c\/strong\u003e—this is crucial given the length of the root. Loosen the soil to a depth of at least 30 cm. Avoid fresh manure completely, as it causes the roots to fork, and use well-rotted compost instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place as soon as all risk of frost has passed, at a depth of 2 to 3 cm, spacing plants 10 to 15 cm apart. Important: its seeds quickly lose their germination capacity—use them within the year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 10 cm apart. Water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist until harvest: drought makes the roots tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoe gently, as the root grows fairly close to the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest from autumn onward, \u003cstrong\u003edigging a trench along the row\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than pulling: the root is long, fragile and breaks very easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt keeps very well in the ground throughout winter—dig up only as much as needed. If the roots remain thin in the first year, leave them to grow for one more season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well alongside \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrots\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-de-poireau-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eleeks\u003c\/a\u003e and lettuces. Its deep root loosens the soil for subsequent crops. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden pairings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet one plant flower in its second year: its large, fragrant yellow flower heads, which open in the morning, are frequently visited by bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts plumed achenes, like those of dandelions, subsequently provide food for seed-eating birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts reputation as a messy vegetable long worked against it—its skin stains the fingers—but the solution is simple: peel it under water while wearing gloves, and immediately place the roots in lemon water so they do not darken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent creamed, baked au gratin, pan-fried or made into a velouté. Its young leaves can be eaten in salads. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eheritage and perennial vegetables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few plants in the ground for their second year: they will flower and form plumed achenes, which should be harvested before the wind carries them away. Remember that these seeds store poorly: sow them again the following year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to restore gardeners’ ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA forgotten winter vegetable with a delicate flavor and a generous harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865922023757,"sku":"3760335361449","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/scorsonere-touffe-racines-recoltees-potager-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788024459"},{"product_id":"50-graines-dail-des-ours-culture-jardin-aromatique-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild garlic seeds (Allium ursinum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium ursinum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild garlic, ramsons, bear’s garlic, broad-leaved garlic: its name comes from an ancient belief that bears, upon emerging from hibernation, gorged themselves on it to regain their strength. In spring, it carpets cool woodland floors in vast, fragrant colonies—you can often smell it long before you see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive garlic scent:\u003c\/strong\u003e the entire foliage smells strongly of garlic when crushed, which is its distinguishing feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntirely edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e the leaves, buds, flowers, and bulbs can all be eaten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade-loving plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the few edible plants to thrive in cool, shaded woodland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturalizes readily:\u003c\/strong\u003e over time, it forms vast colonies and can become invasive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — must be read:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRisk of fatal confusion.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild garlic leaves resemble those of \u003cstrong\u003eautumn crocus\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elily of the valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, two highly toxic plants that sometimes grow in the same places. These mix-ups cause serious poisonings in France every year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe lifesaving test:\u003c\/strong\u003e always crush a leaf between your fingers before picking it. Wild garlic gives off a strong, immediate garlic smell. Autumn crocus and lily of the valley have no smell at all. If in doubt, do not pick it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother difference: each wild garlic leaf emerges directly from the ground on its own petiole, whereas lily of the valley has two sheathed leaves growing from the same stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen grown in a dedicated garden bed, the risk disappears: this is the great advantage of sowing it yourself rather than gathering it in the wild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e shade or partial shade, beneath deciduous trees that let light through in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, humus-rich, deep soil enriched with leaf mold or compost. Recreate woodland conditions: it should never dry out in summer or become waterlogged in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in July, very thinly, covering with one centimeter of potting soil and watering with a fine rose. The seeds require \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e: summer sowing lets winter do the work naturally. Be patient; germination may take two winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone. Keep the soil cool and let it naturalize. However, be aware that it can become invasive—limit its growing area if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves in spring, before flowering, when they are at their most tender and aromatic. Take only part of each clump so the colony can become stronger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flower buds can be pickled like capers, and the flowers add decoration to salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the cool woodland conditions favored by \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/25-graines-de-monnaie-du-pape-fleurs-plante-jardin-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003ehonesty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes\"\u003efoxglove\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eedible perennial plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts early white flowers feed the first pollinators of spring, at a time when resources are scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds bear an elaiosome, a small fatty reserve coveted by ants: they are responsible for dispersing the seeds through the woodland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spring carpet protects the soil and shelters the woodland’s microfauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh leaves in pesto, soups, salads, or compound butter. They are best eaten raw or just warmed through, as cooking destroys their aroma. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower heads to form capsules, then harvest the black, shiny seeds as soon as they appear, before the ants carry them away. Sow them quickly: their germination capacity declines rapidly. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own wild garlic: the best way to enjoy it with no risk of confusion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865922580813,"sku":"3760335361753","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/ail-des-ours-pied-feuilles-ombelle-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788215462"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-rutabaga-culture-jardin-legumes-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Rutabaga seeds (Brassica napus var. napobrassica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica napus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003enapobrassica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRutabaga, swede, Swedish turnip, yellow turnip: born from a natural cross between kale and a turnip, this winter vegetable is unfairly associated with years of rationing. Its yellow flesh is actually mild and slightly sweet, especially after the first frosts, which significantly improve its flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e somewhere between cabbage and turnip, mild and slightly sweet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter vegetable:\u003c\/strong\u003e it produces when the garden has little to offer and stores for a long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates frost without any problem and can remain in the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding, it mainly requires consistent watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, cool, nutrient-rich, and well-drained. Avoid fresh manure, which causes the roots to fork, and use well-rotted compost instead. Do not grow it where another brassica has grown in previous years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in a nursery from March to April, 1 cm deep, or directly in the ground in May. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant from May onward, when the seedling reaches 15 cm or has three to four leaves, spacing plants 30 to 40 cm apart: the root becomes large.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil slightly moist, without excess, to prevent root rot. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent watering is essential: drought makes the flesh fibrous and bitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest from October onward, ideally \u003cstrong\u003eafter the first frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e: the cold converts starch into sugars and considerably mellows the flavor. This is the step that makes all the difference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt stores throughout the winter in a cellar, in slightly damp sand, or can remain in the ground in mild regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well alongside peas, beans, and lettuce. Avoid planting it near other brassicas, which share the same pests. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts winter presence in the vegetable garden maintains plant cover where the soil would otherwise be bare, protecting it from nutrient leaching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower in its second year, it produces clusters of highly nectar-rich yellow flowers, valuable at the very beginning of spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn comforting soups and stews, roasted in cubes in the oven until beautifully caramelized, mashed with potatoes, or grated raw into a salad. Its greens can be cooked like spinach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a biennial, it produces seeds in its second year: leave a few roots in the ground over winter, then harvest the brown, dry seed pods. Be aware that it cross-pollinates with rapeseed and wild turnips. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA winter vegetable worth rediscovering, at its best after the frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865922744653,"sku":"3760335361746","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/rutabaga-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788260146"},{"product_id":"60-graines-daubergine-white-egg-legume-jardin-potager-terrasse-semences-paysannes","title":"White Egg eggplant seeds (Solanum melongena)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e “White Egg”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Egg eggplant, egg eggplant, white oval eggplant: it alone explains why English speakers call the eggplant an \u003cem\u003eeggplant\u003c\/em\u003e — its oval white fruits look remarkably like chicken eggs. An old variety that has become rare, it offers smooth flesh and a mild flavor, significantly less bitter than black eggplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEgg shape and color:\u003c\/strong\u003e small, pure-white oval fruits, highly decorative on the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild and barely bitter, with no need for salting to draw out excess moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e almost disappeared from seed catalogs, it deserves to be brought back into cultivation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for growing in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly adapted to patios and balconies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all nightshades, its foliage and unripe fruits contain solanine and must not be eaten. Only well-formed fruits are edible, and they must always be cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender and sensitive to cold: it suffers as soon as nighttime temperatures fall below 12 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm, sunny, and sheltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, moist, deep, and well drained. This is an extremely hungry plant: a generous application of mature compost is crucial for fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, from February onward indoors, at \u003cstrong\u003e24-26 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e — a critical point, as eggplant germinates poorly below 20 °C and is much more demanding than tomatoes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts into a sunny, warm location, spacing plants 60 cm apart and providing a stake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moist but well drained, watering at the base without wetting the foliage. Mulch generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn our climates, limit the plant to 5 or 6 fruits by pinching out the stem above the last one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the skin is taut and \u003cstrong\u003eshiny\u003c\/strong\u003e. As soon as it turns yellow or becomes dull, the fruit is overripe: its flesh becomes bitter and full of hard seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt benefits from growing near beans, which fix the nitrogen it needs in abundance, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e, which help limit nematodes. Avoid growing it after tomatoes or potatoes. Also see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/60-graines-daubergine-rontonda-di-bianca-legumes-semis-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eRotonda Bianca eggplant\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts purple flowers require buzz pollination: only bumblebees, which can vibrate their muscles at high frequency, are capable of it. Welcoming them directly improves your harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBringing an almost extinct variety like this one back into cultivation is a concrete way to help preserve cultivated diversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted or stuffed — its size makes perfect individual portions — grilled, made into caviar, or used in curry. Always cooked, never raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit well past the eating stage, until it turns yellow and wrinkles. Then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them. Since eggplant is predominantly self-pollinating, cross-pollination remains limited. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eggplant that gave the vegetable its English name, nearly lost and in need of saving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865924088141,"sku":"3760335360053","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/aubergine-white-egg-rameau-fructifie-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788270975"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Nantes Carrot Seeds (Daucus carota)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNantes Carrot, Nantes half-long carrot: created in the 19th century in the Loire Valley, it has become the benchmark for garden carrots — a cylindrical root with a rounded tip, no hard core, and sweet, melting flesh. An heirloom variety that has never been displaced by modern hybrids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet, melting flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e with no fibrous core, it is excellent raw or cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniform root:\u003c\/strong\u003e cylindrical, half-long, and deep orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReproducible heirloom variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e you can save and resow your own seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo harvest seasons:\u003c\/strong\u003e staggered sowings allow harvesting from summer through winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e loose, deep, cool, and rich in humus, without stones — this is the decisive factor. Stony or compacted soil produces forked and misshapen roots. Avoid fresh manure, which causes the same problem: carrots prefer to follow a crop that was manured the previous year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place, as carrots do not transplant well. From March to June for a summer harvest, and from May to July for an autumn and winter harvest. Sow thinly in 1 cm-deep furrows, firm the soil, and keep it moist: germination is slow, taking 15 to 20 days. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 5 cm apart when the plants have 3 leaves. Tip: thin in the evening and remove the discarded plants immediately, as their smell attracts carrot flies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and evenly: alternating drought and watering causes the roots to split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest as needed. Autumn carrots can be stored throughout the winter in a box of sand, in a cool room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrots and leeks are a classic combination in the vegetable garden: each helps deter the other's fly. Also sow \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes\"\u003ephacelia\u003c\/a\u003e nearby. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you let one plant go to seed in its second year, its large white umbels provide a major food source for hoverflies, beneficial insects whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all umbellifers, it is a host plant for swallowtail caterpillars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw in grated salads and crudités, or cooked as a side dish, in soups, purées, or cakes. Its tops, often discarded, are excellent in pesto or soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarrots are biennial: leave a few roots in the ground over winter, and they will produce seeds in their second year. Harvest the umbels when they turn brown and close up into a bird's-nest shape. Be careful: they cross-pollinate with wild carrots, so keep your seed plants away from the edges of paths. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reliable vegetable garden classic, delicious and easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865927070029,"sku":"3760335360503","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/carotte-nantaise-racine-fanes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788264454"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-bette-a-carde-melange-colore-poiree-legume-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Colorful Swiss Chard Mix Seeds (Beta vulgaris var. cicla)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecicla\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwiss chard, leaf beet, chard, perpetual spinach, stalk chard: botanically, it is the same species as beetroot, but selected for its leaves rather than its root. This colorful mix brings together red, yellow, orange, and white stalks—a vegetable that has as much place in a flower bed as in a vegetable garden row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulticolored stalks:\u003c\/strong\u003e red, yellow, orange, and white, glowing when backlit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo vegetables in one:\u003c\/strong\u003e the stalks can be cooked like asparagus, while the green leaf blades are prepared like spinach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery long harvest period:\u003c\/strong\u003e leaf by leaf, from spring until the first frosts, and sometimes beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and easy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates heat much better than spinach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny or lightly shaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, moist, rich in organic matter, and well drained. It benefits from a generous application of compost, which produces wider, more tender stalks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow as soon as all risk of frost has passed, directly in the ground, 2 cm deep, in rows 40 cm apart. Like beetroot, each “seed” is a glomerule containing several seeds, so thinning is essential. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 30 cm apart as soon as the plants have 4 leaves. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, especially during hot weather: this helps prevent premature bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch around the base. In mild regions, a simple winter fleece allows you to harvest all winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the \u003cstrong\u003eouter leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e one at a time, always leaving the center intact: the plant will regrow and produce for months. Never cut down the entire clump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young leaves, which are more tender, rather than waiting until they become enormous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well with cabbages, carrots, radishes, and beans. Avoid planting it near \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-betterave-rouge-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ebeetroot\u003c\/a\u003e, its close relative, with which it shares the same pests. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad, persistent foliage covers the soil for much of the year, protecting it from drying out and providing shelter for ground beetles and beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long presence in the vegetable garden maintains plant cover late in the season, when most rows are empty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate the stalks from the leaves: prepare the stalks with béchamel sauce or in a gratin, and sauté the leaves with garlic or use them in a savory pie. Young leaves can be eaten raw in salads. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eheritage and perennial vegetables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a biennial, it produces seeds in its second year: leave one plant in the ground over winter, and the following spring it will produce long flower stalks whose seeds can be harvested when dry. Be careful, as it can cross-pollinate with beetroot: isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo vegetables in one, with colors that brighten the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865927430477,"sku":"3760335360237","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/bette-carde-coloree-feuilles-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788219473"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-concombre-marketmore-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Marketmore Cucumber Seeds (Cucumis sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e “Marketmore”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarketmore cucumber, long cucumber, gherkin (young): this variety selected at Cornell University in the 1960s has become a benchmark for one specific reason: its resistance to foliar diseases. Where many cucumbers succumb to powdery mildew at the end of summer, Marketmore continues producing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, dark green fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 to 25 cm, with crisp, slightly bitter flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e its greatest asset, particularly against powdery mildew and mosaic virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery productive:\u003c\/strong\u003e a generous harvest spread throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-sensitive:\u003c\/strong\u003e it does not tolerate temperatures below 10 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm, sunny and sheltered from the wind, in a temperate climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, deep, cool and well drained. This plant is very demanding in both water and organic matter: a generous application of mature compost is decisive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from April at 20–22 °C, or sow directly after the frosts, at a depth of 2 cm, with the seed placed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 60 cm apart. \u003cstrong\u003eTrain it on a trellis or net\u003c\/strong\u003e: grown vertically, it takes up less space, its fruits stay straight and clean, and its foliage dries more quickly, considerably limiting diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and generously at the base, without wetting the foliage. Cucumber is 96% water: water stress produces bitter, misshapen fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch generously to maintain soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest regularly as soon as the fruits reach 20 cm, cutting the stem with pruning shears rather than pulling. Every fruit left to grow larger slows the production of subsequent fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicked very young, the fruits make excellent gherkins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well with beans, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and lettuce at its base. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eDwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e diverts aphids. Avoid planting it near courgettes and potatoes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts yellow flowers are heavily visited by bees, which are essential for fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrained upward, it creates a plant curtain that shelters beneficial insects and provides shade for more delicate crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw in salads or sticks, in gazpacho or tzatziki, but also cooked—sautéed, stuffed or in soup, a traditional use that has largely been forgotten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit to turn completely yellow on the plant and soften. Remove the seeds, let them ferment for two days in a little water, then rinse and dry them. Cucumber cross-pollinates with other \u003cem\u003eCucumis sativus\u003c\/em\u003e but not with melons or squash. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cucumber that keeps going right through to the end of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865929560397,"sku":"3760335360671","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/concombre-marketmore-tige-feuillee-fruit-packshot-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788255180"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-brocolis-verts-calabrais-jardins-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes","title":"Green Calabrese Broccoli Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. italica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eitalica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalabrese green broccoli, heading broccoli, large-headed broccoli: this is the original variety, the one that gave the vegetable its name — \u003cem\u003ebroccolo\u003c\/em\u003e, “little sprout” in Italian. Brought from Calabria by Italian migrants, it produces a large, compact central head, then continues to produce side shoots for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge central head:\u003c\/strong\u003e dark green, compact, and flavorful, followed by side shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e from June to October, with regrowth after the main cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e less demanding than most other cabbages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld, open-pollinated variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, rich, moist, and well supplied with organic matter. Like all cabbages, it is a heavy feeder: adding well-rotted compost genuinely benefits it. Absolutely avoid growing it where another brassica has grown during the previous three years, because of clubroot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from April in a nursery bed or in pots, 1 cm deep. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant at the 5- or 6-leaf stage, spacing plants 50 to 60 cm apart. Bury them up to the first leaves and earth up around the base for better anchorage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist: water stress causes broccoli to bolt into flower before it has even formed its head. Mulch generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn insect netting cover placed at planting time prevents cabbage white butterflies and cabbage flies without any treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the central head when the buds are still tightly closed and dark green, before any yellowing. Leave 15 cm of stem: this is where the side shoots will develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen harvest these shoots regularly for several weeks. The leaves can also be cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt benefits from strongly scented herbs that distract cabbage white butterflies: \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigold\u003c\/a\u003e. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-brocolis-violet-jardins-potager-legumes-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003epurple sprouting broccoli\u003c\/a\u003e, its side-shooting version for winter harvests, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow a few late-season shoots to flower: their yellow clusters are highly attractive to pollinators and appear at a time when the vegetable garden offers little.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large foliage covers the soil and shelters ground beetles and beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteamed, sautéed with garlic, in gratins, in velouté soup, or raw in salads when very young. Peeled stems are excellent too, so do not throw them away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow one plant to flower and then form its seed pods, harvesting them when brown and dry. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties cross very easily with one another (cabbages, cauliflowers, and broccoli), so isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broccoli of origins: one large head, followed by weeks of regrowth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865930838349,"sku":"3760335360404","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/brocoli-tete-tige-feuilles-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788263513"},{"product_id":"60-graines-daubergine-black-beauty-legume-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Black Beauty Eggplant Seeds (Solanum melongena)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e “Black Beauty”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Beauty eggplant, melongene, brinjal: this American variety from the early 20th century has become the benchmark for black eggplants—the one that established the very image of the vegetable in our minds. Early and productive, it bears deep, glossy black fruits renowned for their good keeping quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy black fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 13 cm long, with firm, mildly bitter flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e it produces early and abundantly, an asset in our climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for growing in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e it adapts well to balconies and terraces when grown in a large container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all nightshades, its foliage and immature fruits contain solanine and must not be eaten. Only well-formed, glossy fruits are edible, and they must always be cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender and cold-sensitive: it suffers as soon as nighttime temperatures fall below 12 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm, sunny, and sheltered from the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e very rich in humus, deep, moist, and well drained. This is an extremely hungry plant: a generous addition of mature compost is crucial for fruiting. It is sensitive to standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow indoors in pots from February onward, at \u003cstrong\u003e24-26 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e—this is the critical point, as eggplant germinates poorly below 20 °C and is far more demanding than tomatoes in this respect. Sow outdoors only from May onward, once all risk of frost has passed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 60 cm apart, and provide a stake: fruit-laden stems bend easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly at the base to keep the soil moist, without wetting the foliage. Mulch generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: limit each plant to 5 or 6 fruits by pinching out the stem above the last one in our climate. You will get eggplants that actually ripen rather than a dozen underdeveloped fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the skin is deep black and \u003cstrong\u003eglossy\u003c\/strong\u003e. As soon as it becomes dull, the fruit is overripe: its flesh is then bitter and full of hard seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt appreciates growing near beans, which fix the nitrogen it craves, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e, which help limit nematodes. Avoid growing it after tomatoes or potatoes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts purple flowers require buzz pollination: bumblebees, which can vibrate their muscles at high frequency, do the work. Honeybees are unable to do this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcoming bumblebees into the garden therefore directly improves your eggplant harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted in the oven, in ratatouille, moussaka, eggplant caviar, or grilled. Always cooked, never raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit well beyond the eating stage, until it turns yellow and wrinkles. Then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them. Since eggplant is mostly self-pollinating, cross-pollination is limited. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe great classic of the Mediterranean vegetable garden, early and generous.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865931133261,"sku":"3760335360039","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/aubergine-black-beauty-rameau-fructifie-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788270577"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-liveche-levisticum-officinale-celeri-perpetuel","title":"Lovage Seeds (Levisticum officinale), perennial celery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLevisticum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovage, mountain celery, perennial celery, Maggi herb: that last nickname says it all. A single crushed leaf releases an aroma so close to that of the famous liquid seasoning that you recognize it immediately—even though the brand has never contained any. A powerful, hardy and virtually indestructible herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery powerful aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to celery but much more intense, so use sparingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 2 metres tall in full bloom, it returns every spring for many years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvery part is edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e leaves, stems, seeds and even the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReadily self-seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it perpetuates itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade; partial shade suits it well in hot regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, rich, moist and well drained. This is a hungry plant that appreciates added compost and soil that does not dry out in summer. As its root grows deep, work the soil thoroughly before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e its seeds quickly lose their viability, so sow them fresh. Sow in spring or late summer, on the surface or barely covered: they need light. A period of cold improves the uniformity of germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow plenty of space: a mature plant easily occupies 1 metre in diameter and exceeds 1.50 metres when in flower. Plant it at the back of an herb bed, where it will not shade smaller plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater during dry periods and mulch. Cut back the dry stems at the end of winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: cut off the flower stalks as soon as they appear if you want to encourage the production of tender leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the young leaves as needed, from spring to autumn. They freeze very well and can also be dried while retaining most of their aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the moisture requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/30-graines-dangelique-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003egarden angelica\u003c\/a\u003e, its umbelliferous relative, at the back of a herb bed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad yellow umbels are genuine landing platforms for hoverflies, beneficial insects whose larvae devour aphids—allowing a lovage plant to flower creates a refuelling station for them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all umbellifers, it is a host plant for swallowtail caterpillars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves and stems in soups, stocks, stews and salads; seeds as a seasoning; root as a vegetable. As its aroma is very powerful, start with small quantities. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eedible perennial plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow an umbel to ripen fully and harvest the seeds as soon as they turn brown. Sow them promptly, as their viability barely lasts beyond one season. Lovage also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single plant to flavour all your stocks for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866931147085,"sku":"3760335362279","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/liveche-tige-feuillage-luisant-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787910156"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-betterave-jaune-legumes-ancien-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Yellow Beet Seeds (Beta vulgaris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow beet, golden beet, Burpee's Golden beet: its orange flesh has one very practical advantage over that of red beet — \u003cstrong\u003eit does not stain\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not your fingers, your cutting board, or the other ingredients in a salad. Its flavor is also milder and less earthy, which often wins over those who do not like red beet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange-yellow flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e it retains its color when cooked without staining other ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e sweeter and less earthy than red beet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e a forgotten vegetable that deserves to return to the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast and simple to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e accessible to all gardeners with deep soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, cool, light, and loose, enriched with well-rotted compost. Avoid stony soils, which deform the roots, and never add fresh manure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to June to stagger the harvests, 2 cm deep in rows 30 cm apart. Soaking for one hour in lukewarm water encourages germination. Each “seed” is actually a \u003cstrong\u003eglomerule\u003c\/strong\u003e containing 3 to 6 fused seeds — hence the clustered emergence. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin out without fail\u003c\/strong\u003e to 10 cm apart once the plants have 3 or 4 leaves: without this step, the plants compete with one another and you will obtain only small, undersized roots. The good news: beet is the only root vegetable that transplants easily — the plants you remove are not wasted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly, especially during dry periods: fluctuations in water supply cause the roots to split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before severe frosts, when the roots reach the size of a tennis ball — if they grow larger, they become fibrous. Leave 3 cm of leaf stalk when cutting the tops, to prevent the beet from “bleeding” during cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-doignon-jaune-paille-legumes-potager-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eonions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-dail-blanc-plantes-legumes-fleurs-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003egarlic\u003c\/a\u003e, and lettuces. Avoid planting it near leeks. See also \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-betterave-rouge-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ered beet\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts abundant foliage covers the soil, protects it from drying out, and provides shelter for ground beetles and beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing heirloom varieties like this one directly contributes to preserving cultivated diversity, which has been greatly diminished by standardization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrated raw, roasted in the oven in wedges, in a velouté soup, or as carpaccio — its golden color looks superb mixed with red beets, precisely because it does not bleed into them. Its greens can be cooked like chard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a biennial, it goes to seed in its second year: keep a few roots protected from frost and replant them in spring. Harvest the dry flower stalks. Be careful: it cross-pollinates with chard and other beets, so isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcans d'Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the sweetness of beet, without the red fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866932883789,"sku":"3760335360305","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/betterave-jaune-beta-vulgaris-racines-fanes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787325339"},{"product_id":"250-graines-doignon-rouge-legumes-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Red Onion Seeds (Allium cepa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed onion, purple onion: its color is not a matter of fashion but comes from the anthocyanins in its skins—the same pigments found in red cabbage. It is also the mildest onion in the basket, with little enough bite to be eaten raw without making diners cry, making it the natural companion to salads and grilled foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e noticeably less pungent than yellow onion, perfect raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep color:\u003c\/strong\u003e purple skins and violet-veined flesh, highly decorative in the kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden ally:\u003c\/strong\u003e it keeps carrot flies away from neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e it even adapts to poor, stony soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm and in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e all types, including poor and stony soils, provided they are well drained. Absolute rule: never use fresh manure or nitrogen, which promote foliage growth at the expense of the bulb and compromise storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow under cover in winter or early spring, or directly in place from February onward, in rows spaced 25 cm apart, barely covering the seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 10 cm apart and hoe frequently: with its narrow foliage, the onion does not tolerate competition from weeds well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop watering as soon as the bulbs begin to swell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the foliage bends over and turns yellow, in dry weather. Note: red onions keep for less time than yellow onions—use them first and save the yellow ones for the end of winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can also be harvested young, as a spring onion, with its foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant it in alternating rows with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrot\u003c\/a\u003e for mutual protection against carrot and onion flies. It also grows well with strawberries, lettuces, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-betterave-rouge-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ebeets\u003c\/a\u003e. Keep it away from peas and beans. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable pairings in the kitchen garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts sulfur compounds disorient several pests, naturally reducing pressure on neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spherical flower heads, if allowed to bolt, are among the most visited flowers in the kitchen garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw in salads, in tartare, pickled, or confit. Its mildness and color make it the onion for raw preparations, while yellow onion reigns over slow-cooked dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplant a few fine preserved bulbs in spring: they will flower and produce seeds that same year. Harvest the flower heads when the capsules open to reveal black seeds. Isolate them from other onion varieties, which cross readily with one another. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to sow again, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mild onion that adds color to your summer salads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866932982093,"sku":"3760335362248","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/oignon-rouge-bulbes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787570746"},{"product_id":"10-graines-de-calebasse-courge-legume-semences-reproductibles-non-traitees","title":"Bottle Gourd Seeds (Lagenaria siceraria)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLagenaria siceraria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottle gourd, calabash, pilgrim’s gourd: few cultivated plants have such an ancient history. The calabash is among the very first plants domesticated by humanity, more than 10,000 years ago, and its hollowed-out, dried fruits have served as containers, musical instruments, or ritual objects on almost every continent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous annual climber:\u003c\/strong\u003e its stems can exceed 4 metres and cover fences, pergolas, and trellises in a single season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNocturnal flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e a rare characteristic, its large white flowers open at dusk and fade by morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e round or bottle-shaped, they are grown for decoration and handicrafts rather than for cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with other cucurbits, a very bitter-tasting fruit may contain high concentrations of natural compounds that irritate the digestive system: never eat a calabash or gourd that tastes bitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun and warmth; it is sensitive to cold and demanding in terms of light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, moist, and well drained. This is a very hungry plant: soil amended with mature compost is a real advantage, and planting beside a compost pile produces spectacular results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots indoors (at least 20 °C) 3 to 4 weeks before the last frosts. Soaking the seeds in lukewarm water for 12 to 24 hours softens their thick coating and significantly speeds up germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the last frosts, spacing plants at least 1 metre apart, at the foot of a sturdy support: mature fruits are heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and generously throughout the growing season, at the base of the plant without wetting the foliage. A thick mulch helps keep the soil cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor decorative use, leave the fruits on the plant until the first frosts, then hang them in a dry place for several months: they will empty and harden naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large white flowers, which open at nightfall, are pollinated by moths, providing a valuable resource for wildlife that is often overlooked in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce dried (4 to 5 months after sowing), the hollowed-out fruits can be used to make containers, decorative objects, or handcrafted musical instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the fruits dry completely until the shell hardens and the seeds rattle inside when the fruit is shaken. Then open it to collect the flat seeds and store them thoroughly dry. Caution: cucurbits cross-pollinate easily, so isolate your seed plants. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866933211469,"sku":"3760335362224","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/calebasse-lagenaria-siceraria-fruit-fleur-blanche-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787317159"},{"product_id":"25-graines-de-gombo-rouge-okra-althea-fleurs-legume-semences-reproductibles","title":"Red Okra Seeds (Abelmoschus esculentus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbelmoschus esculentus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed okra, okra, edible hibiscus, Greek horn, calou: it is a mallow, a cousin of hibiscus—which explains its magnificent pale yellow flowers with purple centers. Its red pods, harvested young, release a mucilage when cooked that naturally thickens dishes: this is what gives Creole okra dishes and Louisiana gumbo their texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e very decorative on the plant, they turn slightly green when cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e pale yellow with purple centers, worthy of an ornamental bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlender annual plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 1.5 m tall, it can be grown in a pot on a warm terrace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e a vegetable and a thickening condiment in Creole, African, Indian, and Japanese cuisines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, warm and sheltered—it is a tropical plant and needs heat to produce fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, loose, moist, and well-drained. An addition of mature compost is beneficial. It does not tolerate stagnant water or cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e its seeds have a hard coating: \u003cstrong\u003esoak them for 12 to 24 hours in lukewarm water\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing, otherwise germination will be slow and uneven. Sow in pots 1 cm deep, under cover at 22–25°C from March–April. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the last frosts, spacing plants 40 to 50 cm apart in every direction. Growing in a pot works well in a large container in a sheltered position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly at the base and mulch. A stake is useful for the tallest plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch out the top when the plant reaches 60 cm to encourage branching, which bears the pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe decisive point:\u003c\/strong\u003e harvest very young, between 5 and 10 cm long, every two days. Beyond that, the pods become fibrous and immediately inedible—this is the classic mistake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut with pruning shears and wear gloves: the pods and stems are covered in irritating hairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the full-sun requirements of nightshades and pairs well with peppers and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/60-graines-daubergine-black-beauty-legume-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eeggplants\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eDwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e at its base diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large mallow flowers are frequently visited by bees and bumblebees, which find abundant pollen there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts relationship to \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/25-graines-dhibiscus-des-marais-fleurs-plantes-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarsh hibiscus\u003c\/a\u003e makes it as ornamental as it is useful—it has every place along the edge of a flower bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSliced, raw or cooked: in gumbo, curry, Creole stew, or quickly sautéed over high heat. Tip to reduce the mucilage if you dislike its texture: sear the whole pods over high heat without cutting them, or add a splash of lemon juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave two or three pods to fully ripen on the plant until they turn brown and split open, then collect the round seeds and dry them. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tropical vegetable that is as beautiful in flower as it is useful in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866933342541,"sku":"3760335362200","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/gombo-rouge-gousses-fleur-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787528061"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-tetragone-cornue-legumes-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"New Zealand Spinach Seeds (Tetragonia tetragonioides)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTetragonia tetragonioides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand spinach, sea spinach, Botany Bay spinach: brought back from the Pacific by Cook’s expedition in the 18th century, it solves spinach’s main problem—spinach goes to seed as soon as the first warm weather arrives, whereas this plant thrives in midsummer. Two botanically unrelated plants, but with a very similar taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFleshy, triangular leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 cm long, thick and tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e it produces throughout the summer, when spinach has already gone to seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreading habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e its trailing stems reach 1 metre, forming a productive ground cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for growing in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e it grows very well in a large container on a terrace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike spinach and sorrel, its leaves contain oxalates: \u003cstrong\u003eblanch them for one to two minutes in boiling water\u003c\/strong\u003e before cooking, then discard the water. Avoid eating large quantities raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender plant, destroyed by the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny and warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, moist, light and slightly acidic. It tolerates saline soils well, a legacy of its coastal origins, and withstands drought once established—but regular watering keeps its leaves tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e its seeds have a very hard, corky coating. \u003cstrong\u003eSoak them for 24 to 48 hours in lukewarm water\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing, otherwise germination will be erratic. Sow from March under cover, or directly outdoors after the frosts, at a depth of 2 cm. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants at least 60 cm apart: it spreads much more than you might expect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo special care is required. Pinch out the stem tips to encourage branching and increase the number of young shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest only the young terminal shoots, about 10 cm long, throughout the summer. The more you harvest, the more the plant branches and produces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading habit makes it an excellent ground cover at the base of tall crops such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003emaize\u003c\/a\u003e or tomatoes, protecting the soil from drying out. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense, trailing foliage effectively covers the soil, limits weeds and provides shelter for ground beetles and beneficial insects in midsummer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts salt tolerance makes it possible to grow a leafy vegetable in coastal areas where few species thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlanched young shoots, then cooked like spinach: with cream, in gratins or quiches, or sautéed with garlic. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eheritage and perennial vegetables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few woody, horned fruits form in the leaf axils—they are what give New Zealand spinach its common name—and harvest them once dry. New Zealand spinach also readily self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners’ ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spinach that doesn’t bolt: your midsummer leafy vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866934423885,"sku":"3760335362149","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tetragone-cornue-rameaux-feuilles-charnues-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787514138"},{"product_id":"10-graines-de-courge-eponge-luffa-eponge-naturelle-semences-paysannes","title":"Sponge Gourd Seeds (Luffa aegyptiaca)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuffa aegyptiaca\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSponge gourd, luffa, loofah, vegetable sponge, pétole: this is probably the most surprising plant in the vegetable garden—the only one from which you harvest an object rather than food. Its ripe fruit contains a network of fibers that, once the skin is removed, produces a natural, compostable and durable sponge. Picked young, it can be eaten like a zucchini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e young edible fruits, vegetable sponges when mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous vine:\u003c\/strong\u003e it easily climbs 3 or 4 meters on a trellis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero waste:\u003c\/strong\u003e a homegrown alternative to synthetic sponges, fully compostable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly eat very young fruits, before they reach 15 cm: after this stage, the fibers lignify and the fruit immediately becomes inedible. A fruit that has become bitter should not be eaten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender and heat-demanding: in cool climates, growing it in a greenhouse or polytunnel is almost essential for obtaining mature sponges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, warmth and atmospheric humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, sandy, deep and well-drained, with a generous addition of compost. Like all cucurbits, it is very demanding in terms of water and organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e its growing cycle is long—nearly 5 months—so sow early, from March onward, in pots at 25 °C. \u003cstrong\u003eSoak the seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water\u003c\/strong\u003e: their hard coating otherwise slows germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the last frosts at the foot of a sturdy trellis. Trellising is clearly preferable: the fruits hang down, grow straight and do not rot when touching the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater abundantly and regularly throughout the summer. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimit the plant to 4 or 5 fruits if you are aiming for sponges: a few well-ripened fruits are better than many that fail to mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the sponge, harvest around October when the skin turns brown, splits and the fruit becomes light—you can hear the seeds moving inside. Tear off the skin, shake out the seeds, then rinse and dry the fibers completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor eating, pick very young, before 15 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen trellised, it forms a curtain that shades more delicate crops. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eDwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e at its base diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers are highly attractive to pollinators and remain open for a long time during the day, making them a valuable resource for bees in midsummer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing your own sponge means replacing a petroleum-based object with a garden product that can be composted at the end of its life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody sponge for exfoliating damp skin, or household sponge with baking soda, white vinegar or black soap—it scratches neither dishes nor car bodies. Rinse it well and let it dry after each use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung fruits cooked like zucchini, sautéed or in curry, a common use in Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting itself does the job: by shaking the ripe fruit to release the sponge, you collect dozens of flat black seeds. Dry them before storing. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own sponge: the most astonishing zero-waste practice in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866934980941,"sku":"3760335362125","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/courge-eponge-luffa-aegyptiaca-fruit-fleur-jaune-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787317525"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-tomatillo-verte-physalis-tomate-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Green Tomatillo Seeds (Physalis ixocarpa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhysalis ixocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003ePhysalis philadelphica\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tomatillo, tomatillo, Mexican green tomato, miltomate: it is the soul of \u003cem\u003esalsa verde\u003c\/em\u003e, the Mexican sauce that nothing can truly replace. Domesticated by the Aztecs long before the tomato, it bears a tangy fruit wrapped in a papery husk that must be removed before cooking—and whose slightly sticky surface simply rinses clean with lukewarm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e a highly productive annual herbaceous plant growing 1.5 to 2 metres tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHusked fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 10 cm in diameter, they gradually fill their papery husk as they ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 85 days from sowing to harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not eat the immature fruits or foliage: like all nightshades, they contain alkaloids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant: the tomatillo is \u003cstrong\u003eself-incompatible\u003c\/strong\u003e. At least two plants must be grown to produce fruit; a single isolated plant will produce nothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender plant, destroyed by the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun and warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, loose, moist and well drained. Like the related tomato, it is a hungry plant: adding compost at planting benefits it. It does not tolerate standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from March, or directly in the ground when nighttime temperatures reach 18 °C and daytime temperatures reach 25 °C. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of growing medium or sand and keep them moist until germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 80 cm to 1 m apart, and provide sturdy support: stems laden with fruit bend easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemember to plant at least two plants side by side to ensure cross-pollination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly at the base, without wetting the foliage. Mulch to retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the fruit completely fills its husk and begins to split it open, while it is still deep green: this is when its acidity is perfect for salsa. If overripe, it becomes yellowish and bland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt naturally accompanies other ingredients of Mexican cuisine in the vegetable garden: peppers, coriander and maize. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eMarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e planted at its base help limit nematodes. Avoid growing it after tomatoes or potatoes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing self-incompatible, it depends entirely on pollinators to produce fruit: growing it provides an additional reason to welcome bees and bumblebees into the vegetable garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts yellow flowers with dark centres are visited throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn essential base for salsa verde and Latin American sauces, also delicious roasted, in ratatouille or soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush a few very ripe fruits in a little water, leave them to ferment for two to three days, then rinse them: the healthy seeds will sink to the bottom. Dry them before storing. Be careful, as tomatillos cross readily between varieties: isolate your seed plants if you also grow the purple variety. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for germination rates, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of Mexican authenticity to your vegetable garden with these green tomatillo seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866936193357,"sku":"3760335362033","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tomatillo-verte-physalis-ixocarpa-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787407688"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-houblon-grimpant-humulus-lupulus-biere-semences-paysannes","title":"Climbing Hop Seeds (Humulus lupulus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumulus lupulus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern vine, bindweed, devil's wood: hops have collected as many nicknames as they have uses. This perennial vine can climb more than 6 meters in a single season, one of the most spectacular growth rates in the temperate plant kingdom—enough to cover a pergola in a few weeks, long before you even think about beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous climber:\u003c\/strong\u003e its twining stems wind themselves around their support, with explosive growth in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial with a long-lived rootstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e the above-ground growth dies back in winter, but the rootstock comes back even more vigorously each spring, for decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant cones:\u003c\/strong\u003e only female plants produce the aromatic cones used in brewing, in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade, with the base in the shade and the top in the sun, as with clematis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, moist and well-drained. This is a hungry and thirsty plant: adding compost at planting time and ensuring the soil does not dry out completely are essential. It does not tolerate very poor or scorching soils well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require 1 to 2 months of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to break dormancy. Then sow them in pots under cover, for transplanting the following spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant at the base of a tall, sturdy support (pergola, taut wire, trellis): stems laden with cones are heavy at the end of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote that sowing produces male or female plants at random: only the latter will produce cones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly in summer and apply a thick mulch. Cut the dry stems back to ground level at the end of winter: the rootstock will regrow on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the cones at the end of summer, when they become papery and slightly sticky to the touch, then dry them quickly in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense foliage provides shelter and a favored nesting site for birds, as well as refuge for many insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the host plant of several butterfly caterpillars, including the Comma and Red Admiral, which lay their eggs on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn brewing, the cones provide beer's characteristic bitterness and aromas. Young spring shoots, known as hop shoots, can also be eaten like asparagus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few cones to fully ripen on the plant until they turn brown, then crumble them to release the small, round seeds. Please note: growing from seed produces varied plants, whereas brewers generally propagate their varieties by rhizome cuttings. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of hardiness and authenticity to your garden with these climbing hop seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866936717645,"sku":"3760335362057","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/houblon-humulus-lupulus-rameau-cones-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787397491"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-pasteque-sugar-baby-legumes-fruit-semences-paysannes","title":"Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds (Citrullus lanatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/em\u003e “Sugar Baby”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugar Baby watermelon: developed in the United States in the 1950s, this variety was designed for gardens and short growing seasons. While classic watermelons require long summers and plenty of space, Sugar Baby produces 3 to 4 kg fruits in a significantly shorter cycle—making it suitable for cultivation well beyond the south of France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReasonably sized fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 4 kg, slightly oval, with a uniform dark green rind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed, sweet flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e firm and juicy, with few black seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery early:\u003c\/strong\u003e its short cycle makes it suitable for less warm climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it tolerates dry summers well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in a warm, sheltered spot—this is essential for sweet fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, loose and rather sandy, with good drainage. It is a heavy feeder: a planting hole filled with well-rotted compost makes all the difference. It dislikes stagnant water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in individual pots under cover at 22–25 °C from April onward, 2 cm deep, placing the seed on its edge. Soaking for 12 hours in lukewarm water speeds up germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in May–June with the root ball intact, taking care never to disturb the roots, into holes filled with compost and spaced 1 to 2 metres apart. Dark mulch warms the soil and noticeably speeds up fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously during growth, then \u003cstrong\u003ereduce watering considerably as soon as the fruit begins to swell\u003c\/strong\u003e: this concentrates the sugars. Too much water at the end of the cycle produces bland watermelons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimit each plant to 3 or 4 fruits and place a tile or board beneath each one to keep it away from damp soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree signs together indicate ripeness: the tendril closest to the fruit has dried out, the ground spot has changed from white to creamy yellow, and the fruit sounds hollow when tapped. Watermelons do not continue to ripen after picking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt enjoys growing near \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e, which protects it from the wind, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003edwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e, which diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike melons, it depends entirely on bees to produce fruit: without pollinators, there are no watermelons. This is an excellent reason to sow nectar-rich flowers nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading foliage covers the soil extensively and protects it from drying out in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy fresh, in a salad with feta and mint, as juice or sorbet. The white rind is excellent for making preserves, a traditional recipe that helps prevent waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the black seeds from a perfectly ripe fruit, rinse them to remove the pulp and dry them flat for several days. Watermelons cross-pollinate between varieties but not with melons or squash. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatermelons within reach of gardens in both the north and south.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866937373005,"sku":"3760335362002","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/pasteque-sugar-baby-fruit-entier-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787511465"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-radis-oriental-rose-legumes-jardins-semences-paysannes","title":"Pink Oriental Radish Seeds (Raphanus sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink oriental radish, pink winter radish, pink daikon: this is a summer and autumn radish with an elongated root, up to 20 cm long, in a vivid pink. Its flesh stays mild and crunchy, whereas many large radishes become hot—making it one of the few that can be eaten raw without reservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong pink root:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 cm long, very decorative when sliced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e barely spicy, perfect raw in salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLate harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e from summer through autumn, when small radishes are finished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding, it mainly requires consistent watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, loose, moist, deep, and \u003cstrong\u003efree of stones\u003c\/strong\u003e—essential given the length of the root. Compact or stony soil produces forked roots. Avoid fresh manure, which causes the same problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground from June to September, in groups spaced 20 cm apart, at a depth of 2 cm. Direct sowing is essential: it does not transplant well. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to one plant per group. Water regularly and evenly: alternating drought and watering makes the root hollow and hot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate-summer sowing is preferable: sown too early in spring, it goes to seed before forming its root.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before hard frosts, loosening the soil around the root before pulling it up—the root is long and breaks easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves can also be eaten, sautéed or in soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts deep root loosens compacted soil and is a useful precursor to a demanding crop. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-de-radis-japonais-legumes-jardins-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003eJapanese daikon radish\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003egreen manures\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/types-de-sol-comment-les-ameliorer\"\u003eimproving your soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts taproot creates channels that aerate the soil deep down and make it easier for earthworms to move through it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower, it produces clusters of white to lilac flowers heavily visited by bees and hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw in thin slices or grated in salads, marinated as pickles, or cooked in soup and stir-fries. Its pink color adds a real visual touch to raw vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one plant in the ground over winter: it will go to seed in spring and form swollen siliques, which should be harvested when dry. Caution: \u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e plants cross-pollinate with one another, so isolate it from other radishes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large, mild, colorful radish for late-season harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866939863373,"sku":"3760335361371","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/radis-oriental-rose-racines-longues-fond-clair-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787654858"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-radis-demi-long-legumes-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Half-long Radish Seeds (Raphanus sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Breakfast radish, half-long pink radish with a white tip, radish for every month: this is the vegetable that teaches patience to the impatient—or perhaps the other way around. Sown today, it can be harvested in three to six weeks, making it the ideal crop for beginners, filling an empty row, or getting children gardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery fast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 6 weeks from sowing to plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated root:\u003c\/strong\u003e pink with a white tip, crisp and slightly spicy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly suited to planters, patios, and balconies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuccessional sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e from March to September, for continuous harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, or lightly shaded in midsummer—heat makes it spicy and hollow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, loose, humus-rich, well-drained, and \u003cstrong\u003efree of stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which deform the root. Never add fresh manure, which causes forking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow thinly, directly in place, only 1 cm deep. Sow small amounts at a time, every two weeks: this is much more effective than one large sowing that all matures at once. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 4 cm if the sowing is too dense: when crowded, radishes produce leaves instead of roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe decisive point:\u003c\/strong\u003e water frequently and never let the soil dry out. A thirsty radish becomes spicy, fibrous, and hollow—this is the number-one cause of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young and without delay: past the optimal stage, the root becomes hollow and spongy in just a few days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves should not be discarded: they make excellent soups and pestos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown together with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrot\u003c\/a\u003e, it sprouts quickly and marks the row—an old trick: harvest the radishes before the carrots need the space. Avoid planting near cucumbers and zucchini. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft to flower, it produces white to lilac flowers that are heavily visited by bees and hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts green, crisp, peppery seed pods can also be eaten raw—a further reason to let it flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw with salt, with butter on bread, in salads, or pickled. The leaves can be used in soup or pesto, and the raw pods served as an aperitif.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few plants flower, then form their swollen seed pods. Harvest them when thoroughly dry and shell them. Beware: \u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e plants cross-pollinate with one another, so isolate your seed plant from other radishes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first harvest of the season, and the fastest in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866940191053,"sku":"3760335361609","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/radis-demi-long-rose-bout-blanc-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787934438"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-courge-spaghetti-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Spaghetti Squash Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e “Spaghetti”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpaghetti squash, vegetable squash, angel hair: its name is not a marketing image. Once cooked, its flesh naturally separates into long golden strands that look remarkably like pasta — simply scrape it with a fork. A vegetable sleight of hand that never fails to amaze at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStringy flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e it separates into golden spaghetti after cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter squash:\u003c\/strong\u003e pale yellow skin, oval fruits weighing 1 to 2 kg, with a long shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild, neutral flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e it goes just as well with savory sauces as with sweet ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess sprawling\u003c\/strong\u003e than most trailing squash varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which can irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, warm conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, deep and well drained, with a generous supply of mature compost — this is a very hungry plant. It is sensitive to stagnant water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, in pots under cover at 20–25 °C from April onward, or directly in the ground after the last frosts, 2–3 cm deep, with the seed placed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 1 meter apart. Apply a thick mulch to retain moisture and keep the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, without wetting the foliage, to help limit powdery mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a board beneath each fruit to keep it off the damp soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before the frosts, when the skin is fully yellow and can no longer be scratched with a fingernail. \u003cstrong\u003eLeave 5 cm of stem\u003c\/strong\u003e: if cut flush, it rots quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf harvested too early, the flesh remains compact and does not form strands — this is the most common mistake with this variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forms part of the “three sisters” trio with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and beans. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eDwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers provide abundant pollen and nectar for bees and bumblebees from sunrise onward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading foliage covers the soil, smothers weeds and protects it from drying out in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut it in half, bake it for about forty minutes, then scrape out the flesh with a fork: you will have strands to serve like pasta, with tomato sauce, pesto, or simply butter and Parmesan. The halved skins can be used as serving bowls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the seeds from a fully ripe fruit, rinse them and dry them flat for several days. Caution: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e cross-pollinate very easily with one another (zucchini, pattypan squash and ornamental squash) — isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcans d'Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for germination rates, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpaghetti growing in the vegetable garden: autumn’s magic trick.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866941272397,"sku":"3760335361623","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/courge-spaghetti-cucurbita-pepo-fruit-tranche-filaments-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787483914"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-radis-rond-violet-legumes-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Round Purple Radish Seeds (Raphanus sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound purple radish, Gournay purple radish, purple radish: its deep purple skin contrasts with bright white flesh — cut in half, it always makes an impression on a raw vegetable platter. An old spring variety, it reaches maturity in around forty days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple and white contrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly decorative when sliced or cut in half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e crisp, with a moderate, pronounced pepperiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity in 40 days:\u003c\/strong\u003e a very quick harvest, ideal for beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be grown in a planter:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect for a terrace or balcony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, or partially shaded in hot weather, in a temperate climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, loose, humus-rich and well-drained, preferably slightly sandy. Avoid stones, which deform the root, and fresh manure, which causes it to fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground, 1 cm deep, spacing the rows 10 to 15 cm apart. Sow thinly and stagger sowings every two weeks. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 4 cm if the seedlings are crowded. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe decisive factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e consistent watering. A thirsty radish becomes hot, hollow and fibrous — this is the number one cause of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest as soon as they have reached a satisfactory size, generally after 4 to 6 weeks. Don’t wait: the root becomes hollow quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves can be cooked in soup or made into pesto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrot\u003c\/a\u003e, it emerges quickly and marks the row. Avoid planting it near cucumbers and zucchini. Also see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-radis-rond-jaune-legumes-jardins-semences-paysannes\"\u003eround yellow radish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf left to flower, it produces white to lilac flowers that are heavily visited by bees and hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts green, crisp and peppery pods can be nibbled raw as an appetizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw with salt, with butter on bread, in salads or pickles — vinegar brings out its purple color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few plants flower, then form their swollen pods. Harvest them when thoroughly dry and shell them. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e plants cross-pollinate with one another, so isolate your seed plants from other radishes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners’ ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn old radish with deep purple coloring, ready in six weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866941862221,"sku":"3760335361593","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/radis-rond-violet-peau-violette-chair-blanche-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787946686"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-potimarron-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Red Kuri Squash Seeds (Cucurbita maxima)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e “Potimarron”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotimarron, Hokkaido squash, sweet Hokkaido pumpkin, chestnut squash: its name says it all — pumpkin and chestnut. Its dense, sweet flesh truly tastes like chestnuts, and its thin skin is edible, saving you the tedious step of peeling. Enough to win over even those who do not like squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChestnut flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e dense, sweet and low in water, with a rich aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e thin and melting when cooked — no need to peel it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright red to pink skin\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes green or bronze depending on the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e until April of the following year in a dry cellar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in a warm spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep and well-drained, with a generous addition of mature compost — this is a very hungry plant. It dislikes stagnant water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover at 20–25 °C from April onward, or sow directly in the ground after the last frosts, 2–3 cm deep, with the seed placed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants at least 1 metre apart. A vigorous trailing plant, it can also be trained on a sturdy structure to save space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, without wetting the foliage. Apply a thick mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimit to 4 or 5 fruits per plant in cool climates by pinching the stems after the last fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before the frosts, when the stem is dry and corky. \u003cstrong\u003eLeave 5 cm of stem\u003c\/strong\u003e: if cut flush, the fruit rots quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant: do not eat it right away. Its flesh improves significantly after one to two months of storage, as the starch converts into sugars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forms part of the “Three Sisters” trio with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and climbing beans. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eNasturtiums\u003c\/a\u003e divert aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers offer abundant pollen and nectar to bees and bumblebees early in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts trailing foliage widely covers the soil, suppresses weeds and protects it from summer drying out — a real service to the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/sol-vivant-bacteries-champignons\"\u003eliving soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn soup, roasted in wedges with the skin on, mashed, baked in a gratin or used in a sweet tart. Its density also makes it an excellent base for gnocchi. The seeds can be roasted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake seeds from a fully ripe fruit, rinse them and dry them flat. \u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e does not cross with zucchini (\u003cem\u003eC. pepo\u003c\/em\u003e) or butternut squash (\u003cem\u003eC. moschata\u003c\/em\u003e) — but it does cross with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/12-graines-de-potirons-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003epumpkins\u003c\/a\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chestnut-flavored squash you never have to tire yourself peeling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866942681421,"sku":"3760335361326","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/potimarron-cucurbita-maxima-fruit-toupie-feuille-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787488257"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-raifort-plante-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild Horseradish Seeds (Raphanus sativus var. campestris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecampestris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField horseradish, Ardèche horseradish, winter radish with a purple shoulder: despite its name, this is not true horseradish (\u003cem\u003eArmoracia rusticana\u003c\/em\u003e), a sterile perennial propagated only by root cuttings and which almost never produces seeds. Field horseradish is an old-bred \u003cstrong\u003ebiennial radish\u003c\/strong\u003e, cultivated for over a century, that develops a long white root topped with a broad purple shoulder. When grated, it releases a distinctly mustardy heat that rises to the nose—shorter-lasting and rounder than that of true horseradish, but definitely present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong white root with a purple shoulder:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 to 30 cm, clearly marked purple shoulder, white, dense and crisp flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMustardy heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e the pungency develops only when grated, never beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous rosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 50 cm, with the lyrate, rough leaves typical of radishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e the root grows in the first year, flowering and seed production take place in the second.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUndemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e it emerges quickly, grows on its own and tolerates cold very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly grated root releases vapors that irritate the eyes and respiratory tract, stronger than those from onions: grate it in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree plants not to be confused: field horseradish (\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecampestris\u003c\/em\u003e), true horseradish (\u003cem\u003eArmoracia rusticana\u003c\/em\u003e) and Japanese wasabi (\u003cem\u003eEutrema japonicum\u003c\/em\u003e) are entirely different species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to produce your own seeds, isolate it from other radishes: it crosses freely with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose and cool. Important point: the root grows straight down and deep, so work the soil thoroughly. Rocky or compacted soil produces forked roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in July-August for an autumn and winter root harvest. It can also be sown from March to June, and in September-October as green manure. Do not transplant it: like all radishes, it does not like its root to be disturbed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 15 or 20 cm apart in the row as soon as the first true leaves appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly: steady growth produces tender roots, while a dry spell makes them hollow and fibrous. Hoe occasionally, and nothing more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the roots from autumn through midwinter, starting after the first frosts, which refine their pungency. Dig them up to remove them whole; they grow deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore them in sand, somewhere cool and dark: they keep throughout the winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: the pungency develops only when the root is grated. Grate it at the last moment and add a splash of vinegar to preserve the aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial associations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown along the edge of a potato or eggplant plot, its sulfurous smell is reputed to disrupt Colorado potato beetles. Its rapid growth and taproot also make it an excellent autumn green manure that loosens and cleanses the soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn its second year, its large white flowers veined with purple, borne up to one metre high, are heavily visited by bees and hoverflies in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all brassicas, it is a host plant for cabbage white caterpillars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad rosettes cover the soil and shelter ground beetles and beneficial insects close to the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrated root used as a condiment, alone or mixed with cream, with boiled meats, smoked fish and cured meats. The young spring leaves can be finely chopped into salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe roots and tops are also highly valued by livestock and rabbits: its use as fodder is what earned it the name field radish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is biennial: leave a few plants in the ground over winter, and they will flower the following spring. Harvest the swollen, bead-like pods, ending in a long beak, when they have turned brown and hardened, then shell them. Isolate them from other radishes to keep the variety pure. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pungent root and an undemanding plant, to sow in midsummer for enjoyment all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866942976333,"sku":"3760335361388","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/raifort-champetre-pied-entier-racine-blanche-collet-violet-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787504904"},{"product_id":"12-graines-de-potirons-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Pumpkin Seeds (Cucurbita maxima)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter squash, pumpkin, or giraumon: not to be confused with the Halloween pumpkin, its cousin with stringy flesh, better suited to carving than eating. The winter squash is recognizable by its tender, flared stem, and its thick, sweet flesh makes it one of the best keeping squashes for the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThick, sweet flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep orange, much finer than that of the pumpkin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e flattened and ribbed, they easily reach several kilograms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong storage life:\u003c\/strong\u003e several months in a cool, well-ventilated place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUndemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e it succeeds even in moderately enriched soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e well exposed, in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and well drained. It tolerates poorly enriched soil, but adding mature compost significantly increases fruit size. It does not tolerate waterlogging around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow either under cover, in a pot filled with compost, or directly in the ground, 2–3 cm deep, with the seed placed on its edge. In regions with harsh climates, sowing in a nursery makes it possible to plant out young plants as soon as the frosts have ended and bring the harvest forward before the cold returns. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 1.5 metres apart: this is a very vigorous trailing plant. A thick mulch keeps the soil cool and the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, without wetting the foliage. Place a board under each fruit to isolate it from damp soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimit to 2 or 3 fruits per plant if you are aiming for large sizes, pinching out the stems after the last fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before the frosts, when the stem is dry and the skin can no longer be scratched with a fingernail. \u003cstrong\u003eLeave 5 cm of stem\u003c\/strong\u003e: if cut flush, the fruit rots quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet them dry in the sun for around ten days before storing. Their flavour improves after one or two months in storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forms part of the “three sisters” trio with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and climbing beans. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eNasturtiums\u003c\/a\u003e divert aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers are a major source of pollen and nectar for bees and bumblebees, opening from daybreak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts immense trailing foliage covers the ground all summer, suppressing weeds and protecting the soil from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn soup, gratins, mash, sweet tarts, or jam. The seeds can be roasted and eaten as a snack. Once cut open, cover the cut surface with plastic wrap: it keeps for about a week in the refrigerator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the seeds from a fully ripe fruit, rinse them, and dry them flat for several days. \u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e does not cross with zucchini (\u003cem\u003eC. pepo\u003c\/em\u003e) or butternut squash (\u003cem\u003eC. moschata\u003c\/em\u003e) — but it does cross with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-potimarron-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ered kuri squash\u003c\/a\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generous, easy-to-grow, long-keeping squash.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866943402317,"sku":"3760335361333","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/potiron-cucurbita-maxima-fruit-fleur-feuille-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787434034"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-chou-fleur-violet-jardins-potager-legumes-rare-semences-paysannes","title":"Purple Cauliflower Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ebotrytis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple cauliflower, purple cauliflower, Sicilian cauliflower: its color comes from anthocyanins, the same pigments found in red cabbage. One important detail to know before cooking it: \u003cstrong\u003ethe purple turns blue-green in boiling water\u003c\/strong\u003e. Steamed, roasted, or eaten raw, however, it retains all its intensity. That is what distinguishes a successful preparation from a disappointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple florets:\u003c\/strong\u003e a spectacular color, surrounded by light green leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e very similar to that of white cauliflower, without bitterness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e uncommon at market stalls, it always makes an impression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonus:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike white cauliflower, it does not need blanching — sunlight actually intensifies its color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny — sunlight intensifies the color — but partial shade in hot regions, as it dislikes excessive heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, cool, humus-rich, and slightly clayey. Like all cauliflowers, it is very nutrient-hungry: a generous supply of well-rotted compost is essential. Avoid growing it where a brassica has grown during the previous three years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in a seedbed from March to April, 1 cm deep. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant when the plants are 10–15 cm tall, spacing them 50 to 70 cm apart. Transplant in cloudy weather and water generously: difficult establishment permanently prevents the head from forming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe critical point:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep the soil continuously moist. Cauliflower does not tolerate any fluctuations — water stress results in a tiny head or causes it to bolt straight into flower. Mulch heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn insect-proof net installed as soon as it is planted helps prevent cabbage white butterflies and cabbage flies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest as soon as the head is full and still tight. Do not wait: when the florets begin to separate, the texture and color deteriorate quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves and peeled stalk can also be cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt benefits from strongly scented herbs that deter cabbage white butterflies: \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigold\u003c\/a\u003e. See also \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-chou-fleur-jardins-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite cauliflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cauliflower allowed to bolt produces a huge yellow, extremely nectar-rich inflorescence — if a head escapes you, let it flower rather than pulling it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing rare, colorful varieties helps preserve cultivated diversity, which has been greatly reduced by standardization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw in salads or as an appetizer to fully enjoy its color, roasted in the oven as florets, or made into pickles — vinegar fixes and brightens the purple. Avoid boiling in plenty of water, which fades its color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow one head to bolt and then form its seed pods, harvesting them when brown and dry. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties cross very easily with one another, so isolate your seed plant from other cabbages. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare variety that turns the vegetable garden into a painting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866947498317,"sku":"3760335361814","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/chou-fleur-violet-brassica-oleracea-botrytis-pomme-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787345537"},{"product_id":"25-graines-de-courgette-ronde-legumes-ancien-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Round Zucchini Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound zucchini, Nice round-fruited zucchini, golden apple: its spherical shape is more than just a curiosity—it is the ultimate zucchini for stuffing. Whereas a long zucchini needs to be hollowed out into a boat shape, this one is simply topped like a little hat and filled whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpherical shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for stuffing, it is harvested when the size of a tennis ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e traditional to southern France and seed-saving friendly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly productive:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy to grow, suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e delicious when made into fritters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which can irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece raw: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm and in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well drained, and very rich in humus. A generous addition of mature compost is essential: this is an extremely hungry plant. It does not tolerate stagnant water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from April at 20 °C, or directly in the ground after the last frosts, 2–3 cm deep, with the seed placed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 1 metre apart. Apply a thick mulch to retain moisture and keep the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, without wetting the foliage—that is how powdery mildew spreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch generously: zucchini is just as hungry for water as it is for compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the size of a tennis ball, about 10 cm in diameter. If left to grow larger, it fills with seeds and the flesh becomes cottony—the classic drawback of this shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick very regularly: every fruit left on the plant slows the production of the next ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well with cabbage, climbing beans, and sweet \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid planting it immediately beside potatoes, radishes, or cucumbers. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers provide an abundant source of pollen and nectar for bees and bumblebees early in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading foliage covers the soil, limits weeds, and shelters beneficial microfauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaked and stuffed, this is its primary purpose. It is also delicious in gratins, sautéed, or raw in salads when very young. The flowers can be made into fritters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit to grow until the skin has fully hardened, then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them flat. Caution: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e cross-pollinate very easily with one another—keep your seed plant isolated from other zucchini and ornamental squashes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe zucchini made for stuffing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866951954765,"sku":"3760335361890","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/courgette-ronde-fruits-spheriques-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787527519"},{"product_id":"250-graines-doignon-jaune-paille-legumes-potager-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Straw Yellow Onion Seeds (Allium cepa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow straw onion, storage onion: this is the ultimate keeping onion, the one traditionally braided into strings and stored throughout the winter in a pantry. Its fine, thoroughly dried golden skin is precisely what allows it to keep for so long without sprouting or rotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e when properly dried, it keeps for up to 8 months in a dry, dark place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e much more robust than sweet onions, it is perfect cooked and for everyday cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden ally:\u003c\/strong\u003e it notably keeps carrot fly away from neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and easy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it adapts to almost any soil, even poor, stony soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm and in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, loose, and above all well drained. It tolerates poor soil, which suits it very well: the absolute rule is never to add fresh manure or nitrogen, as these directly compromise bulb storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow under cover in winter or early spring, or directly in place from February onward, in rows 25 cm apart, barely covering the seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 10 cm apart and hoe frequently. Tip: gently clear the soil away from around the bulbs toward the end of their growth so they can ripen in the sun, helping them store better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop all watering as soon as the bulbs begin to form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the foliage falls over and turns yellow, in dry weather. Leave the bulbs to dry in the sun for a week, then braid them or store them in a cool, dry, dark place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut the foliage too short: it protects the neck and prevents rotting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant it in alternating rows with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrot\u003c\/a\u003e — they provide mutual protection against their respective flies. It also grows well with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-betterave-rouge-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ebeetroot\u003c\/a\u003e and strawberries. Keep it away from peas and beans. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable companion planting in the kitchen garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts sulfur compounds disorient several pests, naturally reducing pressure on neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower, its umbels are among the most visited flowers in the kitchen garden by bees and hoverflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe everyday onion: soups, sauces, stews, tarts, and preserves. Its full flavor stands up well to long cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplant two or three attractive stored bulbs in spring: they will flower and produce seeds that same year. Harvest the umbels when the capsules open to reveal black seeds. Isolate them from other onion varieties to prevent cross-pollination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onion you braid and that feeds you all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866952380749,"sku":"3760335361142","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/oignon-jaune-paille-bulbes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787570263"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-butternut-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Butternut Squash Seeds (Cucurbita moschata)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e “Butternut”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButternut squash, also known as butternut or buttercup squash: its English name says exactly what it is—“butter nut.” Its bright orange, dense, fiber-free flesh, with its very small seed cavity concentrated in the bulbous end, makes it the easiest squash to cook: little waste, lots of flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense, fiber-free flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright orange, firm, with a subtly sweet, musky flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage squash:\u003c\/strong\u003e it keeps through the winter without difficulty in a well-ventilated place around 15°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFew seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e concentrated in the lower part of the fruit; the rest is all flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e it grows well both in northern and southern France.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, to capture as much heat as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e very rich, deep, and well drained. This is an extremely hungry plant: add plenty of compost across the entire bed, not just in the planting hole. It does not tolerate standing water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover at 20–25°C from April onward, or sow directly in the ground after the last frosts, 2–3 cm deep, with the seed placed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants at least 1 metre apart: this is a vigorous trailing plant that can also be trained on a sturdy structure to save space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, without wetting the foliage. Apply a thick mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cool climates, limit each plant to 3 or 4 fruits and pinch out the stem tips after the last fruit: you will get properly ripe squash rather than a succession of underdeveloped ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before the frosts, when the stem is dry and corky and the skin can no longer be scratched with a fingernail. \u003cstrong\u003eAlways leave 5 cm of stem\u003c\/strong\u003e: a squash cut flush with the fruit rots quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet them cure in the sun for around ten days before storing. Their flavor improves after one or two months in storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forms part of the “Three Sisters” trio with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and climbing beans. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eNasturtiums\u003c\/a\u003e divert aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers provide abundant pollen and nectar for bees and bumblebees early in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts immense trailing foliage covers the soil all summer, suppresses weeds, and protects the ground from drying out—a valuable crop for a \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/sol-vivant-bacteries-champignons\"\u003eliving soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn soup, roasted in wedges, mashed, baked in a gratin, used in a sweet tart, or in risotto. Its thin skin becomes tender when cooked, so there is no need to peel it if you roast it. The seeds can be roasted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake seeds from a fully ripe fruit, rinse them, and dry them flat for several days. Good news: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e does not cross with zucchini (\u003cem\u003eC. pepo\u003c\/em\u003e) or pumpkins (\u003cem\u003eC. maxima\u003c\/em\u003e)—only with other \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rate, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most practical squash in the vegetable garden—and one that keeps all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866954051917,"sku":"3760335360466","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/courge-butternut-cucurbita-moschata-fruit-fleur-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787482496"},{"product_id":"200-graines-doignons-melange-colore-legumes-potager-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Colorful Onion Mix Seeds (Allium cepa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnion: this blend brings together the three main color groups — yellow, white, and red — in a single packet. The appeal is not merely aesthetic: each has its own use. White onions are eaten fresh in spring, yellow onions keep throughout the winter, and red onions add sweetness to salads. One sowing to cover the entire year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree complementary colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e yellow for storage, white for eating fresh, and mild red for raw dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding, it adapts even to poor, stony soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo harvests:\u003c\/strong\u003e as spring onions in spring, or as dry bulbs in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm and in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e all types, including poor and stony soils, provided they are \u003cstrong\u003ewell drained\u003c\/strong\u003e. Important: do not add fresh manure or nitrogen, which would encourage foliage growth at the expense of the bulb and impair storage. Onions do better in lean soil than in rich soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow under cover at the end of winter, or directly in place from February onward, in rows spaced 25 cm apart. Cover lightly. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 10 cm apart. Hoe regularly: onions, with their narrow foliage, do not tolerate competition from weeds well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater sparingly, and stop watering completely as soon as the bulbs begin to swell: this is the key to good storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the foliage naturally falls over and turns yellow. Leave the bulbs to dry in the sun for several days before braiding or storing them in a dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite onions are harvested much earlier, as spring onions, with their foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnion and carrot are a classic combination: each helps deter the other's fly. Sow them in alternating rows with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eNantes carrot\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid planting them near peas and beans, however. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts sulfurous scent disrupts the orientation of several pests affecting neighboring crops, making it a valuable companion in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you let one plant produce seeds in its second year, its large spherical flower head will attract bees and hoverflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA staple of almost every cuisine in the world: raw in salads, sautéed, preserved, in soups, or in tarts. The young leaves can be snipped like chives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnions are biennial: replant a few fine bulbs kept over winter in spring, and they will produce seeds. Harvest the flower heads when the capsules turn black and open. Be careful: the varieties cross-pollinate with one another, so isolate them if you want to preserve pure colors. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree colors, three uses, one packet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866954510669,"sku":"3760335361159","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/oignon-melange-colore-trois-bulbes-jaune-blanc-rouge-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787516515"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-chou-romanesco-natalino-legume-ancien-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Natalino Romanesco Cauliflower Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ebotrytis\u003c\/em\u003e “Natalino”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatalino Romanesco cabbage, Romanesco broccoli, Roman cauliflower: its tender green head is as much a mathematical curiosity as it is a vegetable. Each floret reproduces the shape of the whole, in spirals that follow the Fibonacci sequence—it is a natural fractal, and the only vegetable you look at before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e tender green, conical head with fractal spirals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate, sweet flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e somewhere between broccoli and cauliflower, with no bitterness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOld Italian variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, still rare on French market stalls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e it extends the cabbage season until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in organic matter, cool, deep, and well drained. Like all cauliflowers, it is a heavy feeder: a generous application of well-rotted compost is essential. Avoid growing it where a brassica has been grown during the previous three years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to June in a nursery, covering the seeds with 2 cm of soil before watering. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant 5 to 6 weeks later, when several leaves have developed, spacing plants 60 cm apart. Bury up to the first leaves and earth up around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe critical point:\u003c\/strong\u003e watering must be frequent and regular, as Romanesco does not tolerate drought. One dry spell and the head may remain tiny or fail to form. Apply a thick mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn insect-proof mesh placed immediately after planting prevents cabbage white butterflies and cabbage flies without treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the head is well formed and the spirals are clearly defined, before the florets begin to spread apart. Unlike white cauliflower, there is no need to blanch it: its green color is not harmed by the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves can also be cooked, like Swiss chard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt benefits from strongly scented herbs that distract cabbage white butterflies: \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003esage\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigold\u003c\/a\u003e. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-chou-fleur-jardins-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite cauliflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA head left to flower produces a huge, extremely nectar-rich yellow inflorescence—if one gets away from you, let it flower rather than pulling it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing rare heirloom varieties directly contributes to preserving cultivated diversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteam or roast in whole florets to preserve its geometry, or use in gratins, veloutés, or raw as an appetizer. Avoid boiling in plenty of water, which softens it and erases its pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a head flower and then form seed pods, which should be harvested when brown and dry. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties cross-pollinate very easily with one another, so isolate your seed plant from other cabbages. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn edible fractal to grow in your vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866955919693,"sku":"3760335360596","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/chou-romanesco-brassica-oleracea-botrytis-pomme-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787330553"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-fenouil-plantes-jardins-legumes-fleurs-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Fennel Seeds (Foeniculum vulgare)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFoeniculum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFennel, sweet fennel, sweet dill, anise fennel: one plant, three harvests. Its bulb is cooked like a vegetable, its feathery foliage replaces dill, and its anise-flavored seeds are used as a seasoning. It is an umbellifer, related to carrots and parsley—hence its large yellow umbels, which delight pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple use:\u003c\/strong\u003e bulb, foliage, and seeds—all parts are edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnise flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild and refreshing, raw or cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly ornamental:\u003c\/strong\u003e its feathery foliage and yellow umbels have a place in flower beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-seeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it returns year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose, moist, and well-drained, enriched with compost. Soil that stays moist is crucial: drought causes it to bolt before it has formed its bulb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow outdoors from April in the southern half of the country and in May in the northern half, 1 cm deep, directly in place—it does not transplant well. To get an earlier start, sow in a heated greenhouse from February to March. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 25 cm apart. Water regularly and evenly, applying a generous mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe one step that makes all the difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e mound soil around the bulb when it reaches the size of an egg. It will grow larger and remain white and tender instead of turning green and tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the bulb when it reaches the size of a fist, cutting it off at ground level. The rootstock left in the ground often produces small, tender shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the foliage as needed. For the seeds, cut the umbels when they turn brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe aware that fennel is known to inhibit the growth of many neighboring plants—especially tomatoes, beans, and cabbages. \u003cstrong\u003ePlace it away from other crops\u003c\/strong\u003e, along the edge of the vegetable garden or in a flower bed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow umbels are among the most visited flowers in the garden: bees, hoverflies, and beneficial parasitic wasps flock to them all summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a major host plant for Swallowtail caterpillars—if you find them on your fennel, let them be; the butterfly is well worth it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb finely sliced raw in salads, braised, roasted, or baked in a gratin; chopped foliage over fish; seeds in herbal tea, breads, or marinades. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003etraditional plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet one plant flower: the flowers themselves are the harvest. Cut the umbels when the seeds turn brown and dry them upside down. Be aware that it can cross-pollinate with wild fennel, which is widespread in the south of France. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to reseed, year after year, with seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne plant, three harvests, and a pollinator magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866961457485,"sku":"3760335360763","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/fenouil-bulbes-feuillage-plumeux-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787907918"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-patisson-blanc-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"White Scallop Squash Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite pattypan squash, Spanish artichoke, priest’s bonnet, imperial crown: its flying-saucer shape with scalloped edges makes it the most recognizable squash in the vegetable garden. Picked young, it can be cooked like a zucchini; left to ripen, its skin hardens and it keeps for several months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e flat and scalloped, highly decorative in the garden and on the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo harvesting stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e young and tender like a zucchini, or mature and suitable for long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e firm, fine flesh with a slight hazelnut flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-running plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e it forms a compact bush, easier to manage than a trailing squash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which can irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm and sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, and very rich in humus. Like all \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e, it is extremely hungry: plant it on a pile of mature compost or add plenty of organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from mid-March to May, in pots under cover at 20 °C or directly in the ground after the last frosts, 2–3 cm deep, with the seed placed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 1 metre apart. Apply a thick mulch to retain moisture and keep the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, never wetting the foliage: this is how powdery mildew spreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a tile or board beneath the fruits you are leaving to ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor tender eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e pick very young, when 8–10 cm in diameter, while the skin can still be scratched with a fingernail. This is when it tastes best, and it can be cooked whole, skin included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e let it grow until fully mature, harvest with 5 cm of stem attached, and allow it to dry in the sun before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young fruits regularly: this encourages continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forms part of the “Three Sisters” trio with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and beans. \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eDwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers, which open early in the morning, provide abundant pollen and nectar for bees and bumblebees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad foliage covers the soil, protects it from drying out, and shelters beneficial soil life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung: sautéed, baked in a gratin, stuffed, or steamed with its skin. Its shape makes it ideal for serving whole and stuffed, like a small vegetable casserole. Mature: in soup or purée.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit to ripen fully until the skin hardens, then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them flat. Caution: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e cross-pollinate very easily with one another (zucchini, pattypan squash, and ornamental squash)—isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flying saucer of the vegetable garden, as beautiful as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866961785165,"sku":"3760335361180","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/patisson-blanc-cucurbita-pepo-fruit-feuille-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787486084"},{"product_id":"200-graines-de-radis-japonais-legumes-jardins-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Japanese Radish (Daikon) Seeds (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003elongipinnatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese radish, daikon, white winter radish, Chinese radish: its name literally means “large root” in Japanese, and it lives up to the name—up to 30 cm long. Unlike our small pink radishes, its flesh is mild, crisp, and barely spicy, making it suitable for a much wider range of uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge white root:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 30 cm long, with firm, crisp flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e much less spicy than spring radishes, it can be eaten raw or cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall cultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e sown in late summer, it makes good use of cleared beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e it keeps for several weeks in a cool place after harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, loose, deep, moist, and above all \u003cstrong\u003efree of stones\u003c\/strong\u003e—this is crucial given the length of its root. Stony or compacted soil produces forked roots. Avoid fresh manure, which causes the same problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground from June to September, in groups spaced 25 cm apart, at a depth of 2 cm. Direct sowing is essential: it does not transplant well. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to one plant per group. Water regularly and evenly: alternating drought and watering makes the root hollow or spicy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate-summer sowing is preferable: sown too early in spring, it bolts before forming its root.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before severe frosts, pulling gently after loosening the soil around it. The leaves can also be eaten, sautéed or used in soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts deep root naturally loosens compacted soil: as green manure, it is even nicknamed the “soil-piercing fodder radish.” It is useful before a demanding crop. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003egreen manures\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/types-de-sol-comment-les-ameliorer\"\u003eimproving your soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts taproot creates channels that aerate the soil deep down and make it easier for earthworms to move through it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower, it produces white to lilac clusters that are highly visited by bees and hoverflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrated raw in salads, Japanese-style pickled, simmered in broths, or stir-fried in a wok. It is the basic ingredient in Japanese pickles and miso soups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one plant in the ground over winter: it will set seed in spring and produce swollen siliques to harvest when dry. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e plants cross-pollinate with one another, so isolate it from other radishes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for germination rates, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA generous fall vegetable that also works your soil deep down.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866962407757,"sku":"3760335361357","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/radis-daikon-racine-entiere-fanes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787522761"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-rhubarbe-legume-vivace-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Rhubarb Seeds (Rheum rhabarbarum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRheum rhabarbarum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhubarb, garden rhubarb: halfway between a vegetable and a fruit, it is one of the few plants of which only the petiole is eaten—not the leaf, root, or flower stalk. An exceptionally hardy perennial that, once established, produces for ten to fifteen years while requiring almost nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTangy petioles:\u003c\/strong\u003e these are the red or green “stalks” that are cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery long-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a single plant produces for 10 to 15 years, with increasingly generous clumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates temperatures down to -20 °C, but suffers in very hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e its immense crinkled leaves also make it a highly decorative plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — read carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhubarb leaves are toxic and must never be eaten\u003c\/strong\u003e, either raw or cooked: their high oxalic acid content causes digestive and kidney problems. Only the \u003cstrong\u003epetioles\u003c\/strong\u003e, once the leaves have been cut off and discarded, are edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not compost large quantities of leaves in compost intended for the vegetable garden, and keep them out of reach of livestock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop harvesting at the end of June: the oxalic acid concentration in the petioles increases late in the season, and the plant needs to replenish its reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e preferably partial shade—it does not like high temperatures and thrives better in cool conditions than in scorching full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, cool, rich, and well-drained, enriched with organic matter. This is a very nutrient-hungry plant: a generous addition of compost at planting and every autumn makes all the difference. However, it dislikes standing water, which causes the crown to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e soak the seeds overnight in lukewarm water, or apply \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for more uniform germination. Sow in spring in pots, 1 cm deep. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in spring or autumn, allowing at least 1 square metre per plant: the clump becomes substantial. Choose the location carefully, as it will remain there for more than ten years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn pots, place it in a warm, sheltered spot (greenhouse, conservatory) until spring is well established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during dry periods, without overwatering. Mulch generously around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut off the flower stalk as soon as it appears: it exhausts the crown at the expense of the petioles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clump every 5 to 6 years to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not harvest anything the first year, and only lightly in the second. After that, \u003cstrong\u003epull\u003c\/strong\u003e the petioles by twisting them at the base rather than cutting them: healing is better and the crown is less exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever harvest more than half of a plant’s petioles at one time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large size and need for cool conditions make it well suited to the edge of the vegetable garden, alongside \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/30-graines-dangelique-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003egarden angelica\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-liveche-levisticum-officinale-celeri-perpetuel\"\u003elovage\u003c\/a\u003e, other substantial perennials. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eour edible perennial plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts immense leaves cover the soil, protect it from drying out, and shelter ground beetles and other beneficial insects close to the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you allow a flower stalk to bloom on a well-established plant, its immense cream-coloured panicle will be heavily visited by bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetioles in compotes, jams, pies, and crumbles, or as a tangy accompaniment to meat and oily fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally allow a flower stalk to grow on a well-established plant, then harvest the winged seeds once they are brown and dry. Note: seedlings produce variable plants; dividing the crown remains the most reliable method for reproducing a good variety. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to restore gardeners’ ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant once, harvest for fifteen years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866963489101,"sku":"3760335361395","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/rhubarbe-petioles-recoltes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787512844"},{"product_id":"25-graines-de-courgette-goldena-legumes-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Goldena Zucchini Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e “Goldena”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoldena zucchini, yellow zucchini, golden zucchini: its color is more than just an aesthetic whim. On a plant with large dark green leaves, the yellow-orange fruits are easy to spot at a glance—no more forgotten zucchini turning into clubs. Its flesh is also slightly sweeter than that of green varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow-orange fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 20 cm long, very decorative in the garden and on the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirm, white flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild in flavor, it holds up well when cooked, whether roasted or stuffed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-vining, it is suitable even for small spaces and large containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly productive:\u003c\/strong\u003e an abundant harvest spread throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which can irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece raw: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm and sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, and \u003cstrong\u003every rich in humus\u003c\/strong\u003e. Zucchini is extremely nutrient-hungry: plant it on a pile of mature compost or add plenty of organic matter. It does not tolerate stagnant water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e start in pots under cover from April at 20 °C, or sow directly in place after the last frosts, 2–3 cm deep, placing the seed on its edge. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 1 metre apart. Apply a thick mulch to retain moisture and keep the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater generously at the base, never wetting the foliage: this is how powdery mildew spreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the first fruits turn yellow and rot at their tips, this is simply a pollination problem at the beginning of the season, which will resolve itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young, between 15 and 20 cm, and above all \u003cstrong\u003every regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e: every fruit left to grow larger stops the production of subsequent fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale flowers, on long stems, can be picked and cooked as fritters without reducing the harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is part of the “three sisters” trio with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and beans. Nearby \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003edwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers, which open early in the morning, provide bees and bumblebees with abundant pollen and nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad foliage covers the soil, protects it from drying out, and shelters beneficial microfauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts color makes it a visual asset: roasted in slices, stuffed, in a tian with green zucchini for contrast, or raw in a carpaccio when very young.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave one fruit to grow until its skin hardens and can no longer be scratched with a fingernail, then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them flat. Warning: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e varieties cross very easily with one another—keep your seed plant isolated from other zucchini and squash. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA taste of sunshine in the vegetable garden, and zucchini that will no longer be missed at harvest time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866964635981,"sku":"3760335361807","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/courgette-goldena-fruit-jaune-fleur-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787526971"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-chou-fleur-jardins-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes","title":"Cauliflower Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ebotrytis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower, white-headed cabbage: what we eat is neither a flower nor a leaf, but an inflorescence halted before flowering — thousands of aborted flower buds clustered into a compact mass. The most widely consumed cabbage in France, and also the most demanding to grow successfully, because producing a perfect head requires consistent conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite, compact head:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild in flavor and the most popular of the cabbages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDemanding crop:\u003c\/strong\u003e it requires consistency but rewards you generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDislikes heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e it prefers gentle sunlight and dislikes summer drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, but partial shade in hot regions — excessive heat causes the head to split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, cool, humus-rich, and slightly clayey. It is the hungriest of the cabbages: a generous supply of well-rotted compost is essential. Avoid growing it where a brassica has been grown during the previous three years, because of clubroot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in a nursery from March to April, 1 cm deep. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant when the plants reach 10 to 15 cm, spacing them 50 to 70 cm apart. Plant up to the first leaves and earth up around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in cloudy weather and water generously: difficult establishment permanently prevents the head from forming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe critical point:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep the soil consistently moist. Cauliflower tolerates no fluctuations — water stress results in a tiny head or causes it to flower immediately. Mulch thickly and water regularly without waterlogging the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlanching tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e as soon as the head appears, fold two or three large leaves over it, breaking them at the base. It will remain immaculately white instead of turning yellow in the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn insect-proof mesh installed as soon as the plants are planted prevents cabbage white butterflies and cabbage flies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest as soon as the head is full and still tight. Do not wait: once the florets begin to separate and go to seed, the texture and flavor deteriorate very quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves and peeled stalk can also be cooked — do not throw away half the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial associations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt appreciates strongly scented herbs that distract cabbage white butterflies: \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigold\u003c\/a\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cauliflower allowed to flower produces a huge yellow inflorescence that is extremely attractive to bees — if a head gets past its prime, let it bloom rather than pulling it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large foliage covers the soil and shelters ground beetles and beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteamed, in a gratin, roasted whole in the oven, in a velouté, as couscous-style grains, or raw in a salad. The leaves can be cooked like chard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet one head flower and then produce siliques, which should be harvested when brown and dry. Beware: \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties cross very easily with one another (cabbages, broccoli, and cauliflower): isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French favorite cabbage, to grow from open-pollinated seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866965422413,"sku":"3760335361630","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/chou-fleur-brassica-oleracea-botrytis-pomme-feuilles-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787497760"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-radis-rond-jaune-legumes-jardins-semences-paysannes","title":"Round Yellow Radish Seeds (Raphanus sativus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound yellow radish, golden radish, golden radish: yellow is a rare color among radishes, and this one has a matching particularity—its white flesh is noticeably milder than that of pink radishes, almost without any bite. Taking 40 days from sowing to plate, it is also one of the fastest crops in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden-yellow skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e an unusual color, with crisp white flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e barely spicy, perfect for children and raw vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40-day cultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the fastest harvests you can grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be grown in a planter:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect for a balcony or terrace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, or lightly shaded during periods of intense heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, loose, rich in humus, and well drained. Avoid stony soils, which hinder root growth, and fresh manure, which causes the roots to fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow thinly, directly in place, only 1 cm deep. Sow small amounts at a time, every two weeks: much more effective than one large sowing. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 4 cm if the seedlings are dense: when crowded, radishes produce leaves rather than roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe decisive point:\u003c\/strong\u003e water frequently, never allowing the soil to dry out. A thirsty radish becomes hot, fibrous, and hollow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest as soon as they reach their full size, without waiting: past the optimal stage, the root becomes hollow within a few days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves can be cooked in soup or made into pesto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown together with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrot\u003c\/a\u003e, it germinates quickly and marks the row—you harvest the radishes before the carrots need the space. Also see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-radis-rond-violet-legumes-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003eround purple radish\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen allowed to flower, it produces white to lilac flowers that are heavily visited by bees and hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts green, crisp, peppery seed pods can be eaten raw—a further reason to let it flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw with salt, in salads for color, or as pickles. Its mildness means it can be served on its own, unlike more pungent radishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few plants to flower, then form their swollen seed pods. Harvest them when thoroughly dry and shell them. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e plants cross with one another, so isolate your seed plants from other radishes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mild golden radish, harvested in 40 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866965913933,"sku":"3760335361586","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/radis-rond-jaune-dor-chair-blanche-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787939568"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-chou-rave-blanc-legume-ancien-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"White Kohlrabi Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003egongylodes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite kohlrabi, turnip cabbage, stem turnip, kohlrabi: this is the ultimate forgotten vegetable, very popular in Alsace and Central Europe but shunned elsewhere. What we eat is neither a root nor a cabbage head, but a \u003cstrong\u003eswollen stem\u003c\/strong\u003e that forms at ground level, crisp and slightly nutty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutty flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e subtle and mild, without the bitterness of other cabbages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo possible harvests:\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring, when orange-sized, or in autumn for larger specimens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 weeks between sowing and obtaining the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the easiest cabbages to grow successfully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-drained, moist and rich in nutrients. As with all cabbages, adding well-rotted compost is beneficial. Consistent watering is essential: drought causes the bulb to split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to August, in a nursery bed or directly in place, at a depth of 1 cm. Stagger sowings to spread the harvest from spring to autumn. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant at 4 or 5 leaves, spacing plants 25 cm apart. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not bury it\u003c\/strong\u003e: unlike other cabbages, the crown must remain at the surface, otherwise the bulb will not form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and evenly. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn insect-proof mesh placed immediately after planting prevents flea beetles and cabbage whites without any treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest in spring when orange-sized. Autumn sowings produce larger specimens, but remain reasonable: beyond 10 cm in diameter, the flesh becomes fibrous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe young leaves can be cooked like kale, so do not throw them away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts rapid growth makes it a good intercrop. It appreciates strongly scented herbs such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-chou-rave-delicatess-violet-legume-ancien-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eDelicatess Violet kohlrabi\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts short cycle allows it to occupy an empty bed between two crops rather than leaving the soil bare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower in its second year, it produces clusters of highly nectar-rich yellow flowers, valuable in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw, grated into remoulade or cut into sticks for snacking; steamed, baked in a gratin, mashed or stir-fried in a wok. Peel before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a biennial, it produces seeds in its second year: leave one plant in the ground over winter, then harvest the brown, dry seed pods. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties cross very easily with one another, so isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe forgotten vegetable of Alsace's kitchen gardens, quick-growing and flavorful.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866966536525,"sku":"3760335361579","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/chou-rave-blanc-tige-renflee-feuillage-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787901494"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-carotte-parisienne-culture-jardin-terrasse-pot-semences-paysannes","title":"Parisian Carrot Seeds (Daucus carota)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaucus carota\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParisian Carrot, Little Ball Carrot, Round Paris Carrot: this heirloom variety from Parisian market gardeners elegantly solves carrot number one problem—the need for deep, stone-free soil. Its golf-ball-shaped root needs only 10 cm of soil, making it suitable for growing in pots, planters, or heavy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRound root:\u003c\/strong\u003e small and spherical, it requires almost no depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the few carrots truly suited to balconies and terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be harvested just 70 to 80 days after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReproducible heirloom variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, with tender, sweet flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e loose, or even sandy, cool, and rich in humus. Its great strength: unlike the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eNantes\u003c\/a\u003e, it tolerates shallow soil and even slightly stony soil. Always avoid fresh manure, which causes the roots to fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to July, directly in place or in a large pot at least 20 cm deep, in 1 cm-deep furrows. Carrots should never be transplanted. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 4 or 5 cm apart, preferably in the evening, immediately removing the waste, whose smell attracts carrot flies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly without excess: permanently damp soil causes the roots to rot, while alternating drought and watering makes them split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young, as soon as the root reaches 3 to 4 cm in diameter: this is when it is most tender. If it grows too large, it becomes fibrous. Stagger sowings every three weeks rather than allowing the roots to grow larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven in a planter, grow it alongside a few \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-doignon-jaune-paille-legumes-potager-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eonions\u003c\/a\u003e or some chives: their scent confuses carrot flies. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable companion planting in the garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet one plant go to seed in its second year: its white umbels attract large numbers of hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all members of the carrot family, it is a host plant for Swallowtail caterpillars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts round shape makes it a highly decorative vegetable: glazed whole in butter, roasted without being cut, pickled, or eaten raw as a snack. A perfect size for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few roots in the ground over winter: they will go to seed in their second year. Harvest the umbels when they turn brown and close up like a bird's nest. Beware of crosses with wild carrot and other varieties. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carrot for balconies and poor soils.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866967912781,"sku":"3760335360527","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/carotte-parisienne-racines-rondes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787874550"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-radis-noir-gros-rond-dhiver-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Large Round Black Winter Radish Seeds (Raphanus sativus var. niger)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eniger\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge round winter black radish, Spanish radish, large grey: its matte black skin conceals brilliantly white flesh and a strong character. While the small pink radish can be eaten in three weeks, this one takes its time, growing to the size of a fist and keeping all winter in sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge round root:\u003c\/strong\u003e matte black skin, firm, crisp white flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e much hotter and more peppery than that of the monthly radish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage vegetable:\u003c\/strong\u003e it keeps for several months in a cellar, in sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates cold and is harvested late in the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose, moist and well-drained, without stones that could deform the root. Avoid fresh manure, which causes forking. Soil that remains moist is the key to crisp rather than fibrous flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from mid-June to August, directly in place, in pockets spaced 25 cm apart, 2 cm deep. Late-summer sowing is essential: sown in spring, it bolts before forming its root. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to one plant per pocket. Water regularly and evenly: drought makes it hollow, fibrous and fiery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarth up slightly if the root becomes exposed and turns green at the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest before hard frosts, in October–November. Cut the tops to 2 cm, brush without washing, and store the roots in a crate of slightly damp sand in a cellar: they will keep until spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown in late summer, it makes useful use of beds freed by peas or potatoes. Its powerful root loosens the soil for the following crop. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/types-de-sol-comment-les-ameliorer\"\u003eimproving your soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts taproot creates channels that aerate the soil deep down and make it easier for earthworms to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower, it produces clusters of lilac-white flowers heavily visited by bees and hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely grated raw in salads (with cream or apple to soften the flavor), in carpaccio, or cooked like a turnip — sautéed, in a one-pot dish or as a velouté, it then loses much of its heat. Its tops can be cooked in soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few roots in the ground over winter: they will flower in spring and then form swollen siliques, which should be harvested when dry. Be careful, \u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e plants cross-pollinate with one another: isolate it from other radishes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA winter vegetable with a distinctive character, keeping until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866969059661,"sku":"3760335361364","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/radis-noir-rond-entier-coupe-fond-clair-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787597803"},{"product_id":"30-graines-de-melon-charentais-jardin-legume-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Charentais Melon Seeds (Cucumis melo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis melo\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecantalupensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharentais melon, Charentais cantaloupe: this is the quintessential French melon, developed at the beginning of the 20th century in the Charentes region. Smooth skin marked with green ribs, tender orange flesh, intense fragrance—it shaped the idea of what a good melon should be for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant orange flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e tender, juicy, and very sweet when fully ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood-sized fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e round and slightly ribbed, ideal for sharing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e the taste of summer melon, in a reliable, seed-saving form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e very sunny and sheltered from the wind—heat is the key requirement for a sweet melon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, humus-rich, well-drained, and kept moist. Melons are heavy feeders: a generous addition of mature compost is essential. They tolerate lime well but dislike standing water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from mid-March to May in pots under cover at 20–25 °C, 2 cm deep, placing the seed on its edge. Direct sowing is reliable only in very warm regions. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the last frosts, spacing plants 1 metre apart, on a low mound to improve drainage and warm the soil. Dark mulch noticeably speeds up fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during growth, then \u003cstrong\u003ereduce watering considerably as soon as the fruits begin to swell\u003c\/strong\u003e: this concentrates the sugars. Too much water at the end of the growing cycle produces bland melons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch out the main stem above the 2nd leaf, then pinch the side shoots, to encourage fruiting. Limit each plant to 4 or 5 fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a tile or board under each fruit to keep it away from damp soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelons do not continue to ripen after picking: the unmistakable sign is the circular cracking that appears around the stem, accompanied by a distinct fragrance. The fruit will then detach almost by itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt enjoys growing near corn, which shelters it from the wind, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003edwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e, which diverts aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts yellow flowers depend entirely on bees for fruit production: without pollinators, there are no melons. Growing it is an excellent reason to plant nectar-rich flowers nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading foliage covers the soil and protects it from drying out in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a starter with cured ham, for dessert, in fruit salad, or as a chilled soup. Its roasted seeds make a tasty snack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the seeds from a perfectly ripe melon, rinse them to remove the pulp, and dry them flat for several days. Be aware that melons cross readily between varieties: isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe taste of summer, grown in your own garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866973581645,"sku":"3760335361050","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/melon-charentais-entier-coupe-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787867499"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-mais-fraise-acajou-culture-jardin-legumes-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Mahogany Strawberry Corn Seeds (Zea mays)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eeverta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberry Mahogany Corn, Strawberry popcorn corn, strawberry corn: its miniature, stocky, pointed ears look remarkably like large mahogany strawberries. But its main appeal is not decorative: this is popcorn corn, with every kernel turning into popcorn. A spectacular crop to grow with children, from seed to frying pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiniature ears:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 7 cm, strawberry-shaped, with a deep mahogany-red color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePopcorn corn:\u003c\/strong\u003e its hard kernels turn into white popcorn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e decorative ears in dried bouquets, or kernels for eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, highly productive, with numerous ears per plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in a warm location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, rich and well-drained, with a generous addition of compost — corn has a very high nitrogen requirement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, directly in the ground after the last frosts, at a depth of 3 cm. \u003cstrong\u003eEssential point: sow in a square block rather than a single row\u003c\/strong\u003e, in pockets spaced 40 cm apart. Corn is pollinated by the wind: an isolated row produces ears that are only half full. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly, especially during flowering. Earth up the base to strengthen the root anchorage against the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant point: \u003cstrong\u003ekeep it isolated from other corn\u003c\/strong\u003e. If crossed with sweet corn or ornamental corn, it loses its ability to pop from the first generation onward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlike sweet corn, leave the ears to dry completely on the plant until the husks turn brown and the kernels are hard as glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish drying them under cover for several weeks. Moisture content determines how well they pop: if the kernels are too dry, they will not pop; if they are too moist, they will not pop either. If popping fails, let the kernels rest for a few days in a sealed jar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe traditional “Three Sisters” planting: corn serves as a support for climbing beans, which fix the nitrogen it needs, while squash covers the soil at their feet. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts height creates a microclimate sheltered from wind and evaporation for shorter neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts hollow stems, left in place over winter, provide nesting shelters for beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKernels popped into plain, salted or caramelized popcorn. Whole ears in decorative autumn bouquets, where they retain their mahogany color for a very long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the harvest itself: shell a thoroughly dry ear and store the kernels in a dry place. You must keep your crop isolated from other corn varieties, at least 200 meters away or separated by planting times. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own popcorn: a crop that amazes children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866974007629,"sku":"3760335361012","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/mais-fraise-acajou-epis-grains-rouges-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787510479"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/collections\/collection-graines-potageres-jardin-tomate-concombre-carotte-laitue.png?v=1720087328","url":"https:\/\/semisauvage.com\/en-intl\/collections\/graines-potageres\/semis-toute-annee.oembed","provider":"SemiSauvage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}