Seeds to start indoors

Native to Mexico and Central America, the Gigante Verde tomatillo belongs to the large Solanaceae family. A close relative of the tomato, it is distinguished by its fruit enclosed in a papery husk that dries out, revealing a green berry traditionally used in salsas and cooked sauces. In a vegetable garden, its light, branching silhouette and small green blossoms provide a discreet yet constant presence throughout the summer.

In the vegetable garden, it's a valiant companion for sunny spots. Its root system establishes itself well in welcoming, well-drained soil, and its discreet flowering gives way to an abundance of green fruit at optimal ripeness. Selected for its larger fruit size, Gigante Verde lends itself well to generous harvests and processing, contributing to a harmonious garden where each plant enhances the diversity of both the table and the landscape.

Native to tropical Asia, purple basil immediately captivates with its deep violet foliage that captures sunlight to better reveal its intense fragrance. Highly prized in both cooking and gardening, it unfolds with elegance, offering a striking contrast that brightens flowerbeds and vegetable gardens.

In the garden, it is a generous plant, easy to grow, which harmoniously complements fruiting vegetables and herbs. It attracts pollinators and contributes to local biodiversity, while inviting the gardener to explore its aromatic subtleties in cooking and infusions.

Fordhook Giant Swiss chard is a robust and tried-and-tested variety, renowned for its reliability in the garden. It is distinguished by its large, dark green, thick, and slightly crinkled leaves, borne on fleshy, well-developed white ribs. Its imposing stature gives it a striking, almost architectural presence in the vegetable garden.

Selected for its vigor and productivity, Fordhook Giant is a reliable choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. It tolerates temperature variations well and continues to produce for a long time, even when other leafy greens are showing signs of decline. Harvested leaf by leaf, it provides a continuous harvest over several months.

In the garden, it integrates well into vegetable beds as well as edging. Its dense foliage protects the soil and helps maintain moisture around the base of the plants. It appreciates rich, well-drained soil, but is tolerant of less-than-ideal conditions.

In the world, Fordhook Giant Swiss chard is seen as a plant of consistency. It accompanies the gardener throughout the season, offering a reliable and versatile harvest, and reminding us that some crops shine less for their brilliance than for their endurance.

Originally from Europe, the Redina leaf lettuce has become a staple in vegetable gardens thanks to its vigor and beautiful purple color, which enhances salads. This variety of leaf lettuce is characterized by its tender, serrated leaves, whose deep red hue adds an aesthetic and flavorful touch to both the garden and the plate.

In the garden, Redina stands out for its rapid growth and slightly spreading habit, allowing it to quickly form a colorful carpet. Its relative hardiness in the face of climatic variations makes it an ideal companion for the cooler seasons of early spring or autumn. It adds diversity to a productive garden, bringing freshness and lightness to the table.

Native to the open, sunny prairies of North America, wild bergamot (Monarda fistula) is a native perennial distinguished by its bushy habit, ruffled flowers, and aromatic foliage. Its nectar-rich, lavender-pink to purplish-pink flower clusters attract a profusion of pollinators: bees, butterflies, hummingbirds—all find in it a faithful ally.

Perfectly hardy to zone 3, it thrives in well-drained soils that retain some moisture, while also tolerating occasional drought. Less susceptible to powdery mildew than its cousin Monarda didyma, it is particularly well-suited to sunny, natural spaces where it can flourish freely, whether in a meadow corner or a mixed garden. To prevent it from spreading too vigorously, it is best planted alongside other plants with a strong, assertive character.

Its presence enriches the soil, the view and biodiversity, gracefully embodying the spirit of a culture rooted in the rhythm of life.

A member of the Asteraceae family, this large annual herbaceous plant native to Asia has long been used in traditional medicine, particularly to reduce fever. It is also recognized for its antibacterial properties. It gained prominence in 2015 when Chinese researcher Tu Youyou received the Nobel Prize for her work on malaria: she highlighted the effectiveness of an extract from this plant, artemisinin, capable of slowing the progression of the disease or mitigating its effects. Despite these uses, it remains essential to consult a certified naturopath before any medicinal use.

In the garden, its early-season foliage, light as lace, immediately catches the eye. As it matures, it develops into slender branches reminiscent of conifers. It is prized for its size, rapid growth, good drought tolerance, and airy foliage that creates an elegant backdrop. It is also an excellent companion plant thanks to its insect-repellent properties. Its sweet fragrance, reminiscent of bubble gum to some, is released at the slightest touch. It is easily sown directly in the ground and often self-seeds readily.

Finally, as its foliage repels moths, dense wreaths of annual mugwort can be woven to protect clothes, without having to endure the smell of traditional mothballs.

This mix brings together several heritage Italian varieties, chosen for their vigorous growth, dense flesh, and elongated shape typical of tomatoes intended for processing. Each plant evokes the generous, sun-drenched vegetable gardens of the south, where warm, well-drained soil supports the slow ripening of fleshy fruits.

In a harmonious vegetable garden, these tomatoes naturally find their place: supported, mulched, and planted alongside basil or other companion plants, they create a rich and diverse growing space. Some varieties are early, others later, allowing for a staggered and abundant harvest.

We cultivate them with care and gratitude, in an approach that respects life and the memory of ancient practices.

The Jubilee tomato, also called Golden Jubilee , is an old variety originating in the United States, celebrated for its bright yellow-orange fruit. Introduced as early as 1903 in the catalog of the German seed company E. Benary, it has stood the test of time as a prized guest in the vegetable garden.

In the garden, it thrives on an indeterminate plant, forming long stems covered in abundant clusters of fruit. Its round fruits, weighing between 100 and 200 g, boast a brilliant golden hue reminiscent of the warmth of midsummer. It integrates naturally into a vibrant and supportive garden, where its growth is nurtured with staking and regular care.

Originating from the cooler regions of Europe , Red Ursa kale stands out in the garden as a true purple jewel . Its finely curled leaves, with their shades of deep red and bluish-green , capture the winter light and bring a vibrant touch as soon as the first frosts arrive.

In the vegetable garden, this variety stands out for its generosity and resilience : it withstands cold admirably and produces dense foliage that protects the soil and limits evaporation , thus promoting a fertile and vibrant ecosystem. Red Ursa perfectly embodies the spirit of the sustainable food garden , where beauty, abundance, and vitality go hand in hand.

Its vigorous growth habit and long harvest period make it a valuable ally for autumn and winter gardeners , keen to cultivate health, diversity… and a touch of wonder.

Native to Western Europe , this hardy biennial, tolerant to zone 3, has become a staple in vegetable gardening for its rapid growth, delicate foliage, and unique flavor . Its airy habit and finely cut, light green leaves are reminiscent of parsley, but offer a milder, aniseed aroma.

Undemanding, chervil prefers partially shaded, cool spots , especially during the summer heat, and thrives in light, humus-rich soil . Its white umbels of flowers add a touch of lightness to herb borders or leafy vegetable combinations. A discreet yet valuable plant, it attracts beneficial insects and contributes to the balance of a living garden , embodying the gentle and nurturing spirit of eco-friendly gardens.

Native to Europe, common St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a plant that brightens landscapes with its vibrant yellow flowers. Traditionally, it was valued for its soothing and medicinal properties, often harvested in summer to prepare infusions or oils with recognized benefits.

In the garden, it proves to be a robust and generous companion, capable of colonizing poor and dry soils. Its luminous flowers make it an attractive plant for pollinators, thus contributing to local biodiversity. Its bushy habit and leaves dotted with small translucent "perforations" make it a valuable visual and ecological element.

St. John's wort is a plant with a hospitable character, naturally fitting into meadows, borders and medicinal gardens, where it plays a protective and soothing role.

Native to the Near East, Za'atar marjoram ( Origanum syriacum ) is one of those aromatic plants that embodies an entire landscape: bright sunshine, stony soil, hearty cuisine, and time-honored traditions. In the organic garden, it brings the characteristic fragrance of the za'atar blend—warm, slightly camphoraceous, and lemony—that immediately evokes flatbread, olive oil, and shared meals.

Its grey-green, slightly downy foliage forms compact clumps that establish themselves beautifully in well-drained soil. In summer, small, whitish to cream-colored flowers appear in discreet spikes, much appreciated by pollinating insects. A warm-climate plant, but adaptable, it thrives in pots or flowerbeds in cooler climates, provided it is given a sunny spot and fertile, never waterlogged soil.

In a garden in harmony with nature, Za'atar marjoram becomes a faithful companion in the vegetable patch: undemanding and fragrant, it complements the harvests of Mediterranean vegetables and finds its way into the kitchen every day. Its benevolent presence reminds us of the profound relationship between aromatic plants, culinary traditions, and the diversity of ecosystems.

Chinese forget-me-not is a particularly floriferous annual, prized for its abundant and prolonged flowering. It produces a multitude of tiny indigo-blue flowers, gathered in airy clusters that rise above soft, discreet grey-green foliage.

The plant has a uniform and well-structured habit, with sturdy stems capable of supporting continuous flowering. It grows rapidly and can exceed 45 cm in height under favorable conditions. This vigor, combined with its great adaptability, makes it an excellent candidate for flower beds, borders, as well as for cultivation in containers and planters.

In the garden, the Chinese forget-me-not is tolerant and adaptable. It thrives in both full sun and partial shade, where it continues to flower profusely. Its blooms extend from spring until the end of summer, providing a constant and colorful presence in landscaping.

In the ecumene, the Chinese forget-me-not is perceived as a plant of continuity and delicacy. It accompanies the season over the long term, attracting pollinators while bringing a touch of lightness and constancy to the flower garden.

An heirloom tomato variety originating from the Black Sea region, Black Sea Man has gained popularity in northern gardens thanks to its early maturity and generous fruit. Its medium-sized tomatoes display dark, nuanced hues when ripe, a distinctive feature that stands out against the deep green foliage.

In the garden, according to the plant identification guide, it is distinguished by its determined growth habit , which limits its height, making it easy to cultivate without the need for frequent pruning and trellising. During the warmer months, it produces a good quantity of fleshy fruits, ideal for the kitchen garden: sliced ​​in summer salads, in sandwiches, or for everyday cooking. Its early ripening makes it a valued companion in vegetable gardens with shorter summers, where reliable varieties well-suited to the Quebec climate are sought.

William Guinness columbine is a rare and elegant perennial, a relic of old gardens. Its two-toned flowers, a deep violet with black highlights, underscored by an ivory-white center, evoke a refined, almost theatrical contrast in the dappled light of the woodland. It forms graceful, airy clumps with finely cut, bluish-green foliage, thriving in partial shade in a cool, tranquil atmosphere.

It thrives in quiet corners of the garden, where sunlight filters gently through the branches. From its second year onwards, it offers a generous and striking display of flowers, much appreciated by hummingbirds and butterflies, which come to find nectar and rest. It's a perfect partner for natural gardens , adding verticality and a touch of mystery to shady borders.

Korean Agastache ( Agastache rugosa ) is an aromatic and floriferous perennial, recognizable by its upright habit, bright green foliage with aniseed notes, and abundant purple flower spikes that bloom throughout the summer. Both robust and elegant, it naturally structures flowerbeds with its verticality and prolonged flowering period.

In the garden, it is easy to adapt, thriving in well-drained soil and sunny to partially shaded locations. Its flowering attracts a wide variety of pollinators, making it a valuable plant for organic gardens and vegetable patches seeking ecological balance.

The Count Dracula pepper is an ornamental and edible variety, prized for the striking contrast between its dark green foliage with purplish hues and its fruits, which darken as they ripen. In a vibrant garden, it immediately catches the eye and establishes itself as a presence that is both discreet in size, yet dazzling in the color of its upright peppers.

A member of the large family of cultivated chili peppers ( Capsicum annuum ), it naturally finds its place in a supportive vegetable garden or in a container on a sunny balcony. The fruits change color throughout the seasons, accompanying the gardener in a relationship with nature where daily observation becomes a pleasure. Its white flowers, followed by abundant fruiting, make it a reliable plant in a space that is both nourishing and decorative.

Native to Central and Eastern Europe, this annual poppy embodies rustic delicacy in any edible garden or flower border. Its large, crinkled flowers, ranging from pale pink to red to white, unfurl like shards of silk in the breeze. Their appearance varies subtly, influenced by the natural whims of open pollination.

The 'Amphora' poppy gets its name from its elegant seed capsules, shaped like miniature amphorae, which remain tightly closed until ripe. This characteristic makes it a reliable and easy-to-harvest variety for seed enthusiasts. A low-maintenance plant, it prefers well-drained soil and sunny spots, and fits naturally into a vibrant, minimalist, and colorful garden design.