Name Vegetable Garden Seeds - Below Standard - Low Germ

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Germination Details

• Germination: 41%-49%
• Federal and State (Utah) Requirements: 70%
• Suggested Use/s: Gardening
• Special Directions: This seed is 21%-29% below standard. Increase the number of seeds you plant accordingly to make sure you get the growth you envision.
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What is "Below Standard Seed"?

Simply put, it is seed that doesn't meet our state's (Utah) germination standard, a standard that varies slightly from seed to seed. Any seed intended for gardening that has a below standard germination rate cannot be sold alongside those that meet the state requirements (which often reflect the national requirements for germination).

We send samples of all our seed to the Utah Department of Agriculture, where they perform several tests to assess the quality of the seed. These state-wide and national seed standards are in line with Association of Official Seed Analysts (AOSA), which exist to ensure consumers that they are getting the highest quality seed, as advertised. Since this seed doesn't meet the state standard, we mark it as "Below Standard Seed".

Low germination seeds are non-refundable.

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The leaves are creamy white to pale green with purple, red, and burgundy speckles and flecks. They have wavy, serrated edges contributing to the floral look. The flavor is a delicate balance of mild bitterness and subtle sweetness, with a tender, crisp texture. A crop better suited to fall/winter culture, as cool weather enhances the coloration. In Italy, this strain is often harvested as a full head with enough root attached to keep the form together, then carefully hand-opened to produce the striking “Rose” shape.

Seeds Per Package:

• 4 oz - Approximately 44,000 Seeds
• 1 lb Approximately 176,000 Seeds