{"title":"Leafy Greens Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nLeafy greens seeds selected for flavour, texture, and dependable culinary performance. This collection brings together a wide range of greens prized for freshness, versatility, and consistent harvests throughout the growing season.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFrom tender salad greens and spinach to bold mustards and fast-growing specialty greens, our leafy greens seeds are chosen for strong germination, uniform growth, and reliable results in both garden and professional growing environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhether you’re growing greens for fresh salads, sautés, soups, or everyday cooking, these varieties deliver clean flavour, vibrant leaves, and kitchen-ready performance from harvest to plate.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLooking to explore beyond leafy greens?\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/culinary-seed-shop\"\u003e\nExplore all varieties in the Casa Verde Seed Shop\n\u003c\/a\u003e\nincluding peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplants, squash, melons, onions, carrots, beets, radishes, Asian vegetables, herbs, edible flowers, and specialty culinary seeds curated for flavour-driven growing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"tokyo-bekana-seeds","title":"Tokyo Bekana","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25 Seeds+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e🥬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eTokyo Bekana Napa Cabbage Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"179\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eBrassica rapa var. pekinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eA tender Asian green with a delicate touch 🌿✨, \u003cstrong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eTokyo Bekana\u003c\/strong\u003e produces light-green, frilly leaves that resemble a cross between lettuce and napa cabbage 🥗💚. Mild, crisp, and juicy, it’s often enjoyed young as baby greens or allowed to mature for loose, leafy heads. Heat-tolerant, fast-growing, and bolt-resistant, this Japanese variety is beloved by chefs for its versatility in both raw and cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e👅 \u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eMild 🥗, sweet 🌸, with a buttery crispness 🧈🌿.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e🍴 \u003cstrong data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e🥗 Harvest baby leaves for fresh salad mixes\u003cbr data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e🍲 Add mature leaves to soups \u0026amp; noodle bowls for delicate sweetness\u003cbr data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e🥟 Stir-fry with garlic \u0026amp; sesame for a light side dish\u003cbr data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"917\"\u003e🥬 Use as wraps for grains, meats, or tofu\u003cbr data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e🍛 Incorporate into curries \u0026amp; hotpots for tender texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e👨🍳 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eChef’s Pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eTokyo Bekana is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003echef’s tender napa\u003c\/strong\u003e 🥬👨🍳✨. Its soft, frilly leaves bring a mild sweetness and buttery crunch to salads, stir-fries, and broths. 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Its ruby-red, crinkled leaves bring bold flavor and dramatic color to plates, salads, and hot dishes. Perfect for chefs who want a leafy green that \u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003elooks as powerful as it tastes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eGrowing Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e🪴 Hardy annual, 12–18” tall, vigorous and fast-growing\u003cbr data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e❤️ Large savoyed leaves with red-maroon coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003e⏱ Baby leaves in 20–25 days, full maturity in 45–50 days\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e🌞 Thrives in cool weather, frost enhances sweetness\u003cbr data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e📦 Cut-and-come-again harvest for continuous supply\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Verde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50334716789026,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/4401\/7186\/files\/red-giant-mustard-seeds.webp?v=1757896585"},{"product_id":"choho-hybrid-asian-green-seeds","title":"Choho Hybrid","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"211\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25 Seeds+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"211\"\u003e🥬 \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"172\"\u003eChoho Hybrid Choy Sum Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eBrassica rapa var. parachinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eA gourmet Asian green with tender stems and buttery leaves 🌿✨, \u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eChoho Hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performing choy sum (flowering Chinese cabbage) that produces glossy, dark-green stalks crowned with delicate yellow blossoms 💛🌸. 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With tender stems, buttery leaves, and golden blossoms, it delivers authentic Asian flavors with refined presentation. 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With its \u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"610\"\u003ecumin-anise-citrus profile\u003c\/strong\u003e 🌿🍋, Britton is prized for pickling, teas, garnishes, and cocktails — a variety chefs love for \u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eflavor + presentation power\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e👅 \u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eCumin-spiced 🌿, anise-floral 🌸, citrus-bright 🍋, with earthy depth 🌱.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e🍴 \u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e🥒 Use in traditional Japanese umeboshi pickles \u0026amp; rice seasonings\u003cbr data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e🍵 Brew into herbal teas for citrusy-earthy refreshment\u003cbr data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e🍣 Garnish sushi, poke, or sashimi with bicolor leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e🍸 Infuse into cocktails, vinegars, or syrups for ruby hue + herbal complexity\u003cbr data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e🥗 Chop fresh into salads \u0026amp; grain bowls for bold flavor + striking color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e👨🍳 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eChef’s Pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eRed Shiso ‘Britton’ is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003echef’s bicolor powerhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e 🌿👨🍳💎. With green-edged burgundy leaves and a unique spice-citrus taste, it brings both \u003cem data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003evisual artistry\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eauthentic Japanese flavor\u003c\/em\u003e to modern cuisine. 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data-end=\"1883\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003ePerilla frutescens var. crispa ‘Britton’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual, 18–24” tall, branching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eLeaf Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy centers edged with 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frittatas\u003cbr data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e🥒 Use raw as an herby-succulent garnish\u003cbr data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e🧂 Blanch + shock before hot preparations = silk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eChef move: quick blanch → ice bath → olive oil, lemon zest, flaky salt, cracked pepper. 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Peak Mediterranean smugness. 🇬🇷✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003e👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e“Spinach, but summer-proof.”\u003cbr data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eNew Zealand Spinach brings \u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003ecool-green flavor in hot months\u003c\/strong\u003e, stays crisp, and plates like upscale wild foraged greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eUse raw for crunch + minerality, or blanch to unlock velvet texture.\u003cbr data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003ePairs beautifully with lemon, yogurt, olive oil, dill, smoked fish, and sesame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eIt’s the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e‘I know things’\u003c\/strong\u003e leafy green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e🌱 Growing Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e🪴 Warm-season green, not frost-friendly\u003cbr data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003e☀️ Loves heat + full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003e💧 Consistent moisture = tender leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003e⏱️ Harvest from ~55–70 days; cut-and-come-again\u003cbr data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003e📏 Space generously — wide, low spreading habit\u003cbr data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003e🌱 Soak or scarify seed for better germination\u003cbr data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e🪴 Great in beds or large containers\u003cbr data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e✂️ Harvest tips + young leaves continually\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eFun fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives in sandy soil \u0026amp; coastal vibes.\u003cbr data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003ePretends it's surfing when you're not looking. 🏄♂️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003e✨ Quick Facts:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003eTetragonia tetragonioides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eHeat Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laughs at heatwaves 🌞🤣\u003cbr data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild spinach-meets-sea-herb freshness\u003cbr data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw or cooked; blanch for premium texture\u003cbr data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low spreading, cut-and-come-again\u003cbr data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eSpecialty:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eSummer spinach substitute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003eDiet Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oxalic acid present — blanch to mellow\u003cbr data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003ePollinator Benefit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow blooms attract beneficials 🐝\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Verde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50522783285538,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/4401\/7186\/files\/new-zealand-spinach.jpg?v=1762133118"},{"product_id":"moonshadow-mustard-green","title":"Moonshadow Mustard Green","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMoonshadow Mustard Green Seeds (Heirloom)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNon-GMO, Open-Pollinated Visual \u0026amp; Culinary Powerhouse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Culinary Edge 🌑\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eStop settling for the muted colors and predictable heat of standard greens. 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It is the difference between a side salad and a garnish that creates a memorable, chef-level contrast on the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCulinary Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\"\u003eSharp Horseradish \/ Spicy Peppery Kick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Contrast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,1,0\"\u003eDeep Midnight Purple (Nearly Black)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\"\u003e21 Days (Baby Leaf) \/ 45 Days (Full Head)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\"\u003e100+ Seeds\/Packet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e👅 Flavor Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSharp \u0026amp; Pungent:\u003c\/b\u003e A bold, wasabi-style heat that hits the back of the nose and dissipates quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEarthy Undertones:\u003c\/b\u003e Beyond the heat, it carries a deep brassica sweetness when harvested young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🍴 Culinary Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eContrast:\u003c\/b\u003e The jagged, dark leaves are the ultimate visual foil for bright ingredients like goat cheese, strawberries, or golden beets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWilt:\u003c\/b\u003e Sauté very briefly with garlic and ginger to maintain the color while mellowing the sharpest heat notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChef’s Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e Use micro-leaves to add a \"horseradish\" element to steak tartare or rich seafood dishes without using raw root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🌱 Growing Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCold-Hardy Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally resilient in the cooler spring and autumn temperatures of the Montreal region; color intensifies as the nights get colder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Sun to Partial Shade (Resilient in lower light).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSowing:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct sow every 2 weeks for a continuous harvest; excellent performance in both garden beds and urban container systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Casa Verde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51271066386722,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/4401\/7186\/files\/moonshadow-mustard-green-seeds-culinary-chef-garnish-hero.webp?v=1771174327"},{"product_id":"stella-rosa-radicchio-seeds-heirloom","title":"Stella Rosa Radicchio","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStella Rosa Radicchio Seeds (Heirloom)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNon-GMO | Open-Pollinated | The \"Rose of the Garden\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Culinary Edge 💗\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eStop settling for the tight, bitter purple balls of grocery store radicchio. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003eStella Rosa\u003c\/b\u003e (also known as the Pink Radicchio or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003eLa Rosa del Veneto\u003c\/i\u003e) is the undisputed crown jewel of the chicory world. It doesn't just look like a vegetable; it looks like a blooming rose. Prized by Michelin-starred chefs for its breathtaking pastel pink hues and delicate, ruffled leaves, this variety provides a sophisticated \"sweet-bitter\" balance that is far more approachable and nuanced than traditional red varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25+ Seeds per Packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAt A Glance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e👅 Flavor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\"\u003eMildly Bitter \/ Sweetens with Cold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🎨 Visual Contrast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0\"\u003eDusty Rose \u0026amp; Pastel Pink \/ Ruffled Edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⏱️ Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,1,0\"\u003e80–90 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🔢 Quantity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,1,0\"\u003e100+ Premium Seeds per Packet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e✨ Flavor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Gentle Chicory:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers the classic radicchio \"snap\" but with a significantly softer bitter profile, making it a favorite for those who usually find chicories too aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCold-Induced Sweetness:\u003c\/b\u003e As temperatures drop, the plant converts starches to sugars, resulting in a crisp, refreshing, and complex flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🍴 Culinary Versatility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Showstopper\" Salad:\u003c\/b\u003e The leaves are so stunning they require little more than a light vinaigrette. Pair with citrus, toasted hazelnuts, or a sharp gorgonzola to let the pink color pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEdible Plating:\u003c\/b\u003e Use the sturdy, rose-like leaves as individual \"cups\" for tartare, high-end seafood salads, or grain-based appetizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Wilted Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e While best raw for color, a very brief flash-sear allows the edges to caramelize while maintaining the core's delicate crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🌱 Growing Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Magic of the Chill:\u003c\/b\u003e To achieve that iconic pink color, Stella Rosa requires the cool nights of a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eMontreal autumn\u003c\/b\u003e. In Quebec, sow these in mid-summer to ensure they mature as the temperatures begin to dip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlanching Secret:\u003c\/b\u003e While some modern strains color up naturally, light exclusion (tying the leaves or covering) in the final weeks can further enhance the vibrant pastel \"rose\" effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrost Hardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a true cold-weather specialist. 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