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Native to the warm regions of Mexico, the Mexican cucumber ( Melothria scabra ) has earned a prominent place in organic gardens for its resilience, productivity, and unexpected charm. Its light green mottled skin , small size , and oval shape are reminiscent of tiny watermelons, and offer a bright, fresh, and subtly lemony flavor .

In the garden, it displays a climbing, twining habit , ideal for trellises and elevated corners. Its dense foliage forms a light, green screen that shelters the soil and attracts pollinating insects , while its discreet yellow flowers punctuate the summer with successive blooms. This plant grows vigorously in warm temperate climates and often continues to fruit late into the season.

At once nourishing, decorative and generous , the Mexican cucumber is an ideal companion for summer crops , offering an abundant harvest of small, crunchy fruits to nibble on, pickle or surprise guests around a colorful plate.

Originating in Southeast Asia, the Suyo Long cucumber is a traditional Chinese variety long cultivated for its long, slender, light green, speckled fruits. In the garden, it embodies freshness and summer elegance with its climbing habit and rapid growth.

With its slender, crisp, and very sweet fruits, this cucumber charms as much with its delicate flavor as with its exotic appearance. It proves a generous choice for gardeners exploring less common varieties, bringing diversity and originality to the vegetable garden.

This vigorous variety thrives on supports or trellises, thus optimizing growing space. It also adds an aesthetic and flavorful touch, ideal for bringing freshness to the kitchen during hot summer days.

Originating in Russia , the Early Russian pickling cucumber is a traditional and hardy variety , prized for its small, firm, crisp, and non-bitter fruits , which can be enjoyed from the first weeks of summer . Renowned for its early maturity , it is among the first cucumbers to be harvested from the garden , offering abundant yields even at the beginning of the season.

When young, it can be eaten fresh, in salads or simply eaten raw , revealing a tender, juicy flesh with no bitterness whatsoever. It is also perfect for pickling , thanks to its compact size and slightly pungent skin which retains aromas well during fermentation or pickling.

In the garden, it stands out for its vigorous growth , dense foliage, and resilience to the variable conditions of a temperate climate. Compact in size, it integrates easily into an organic vegetable garden , contributing both to summer abundance and the preservation of culinary traditions.

Originating in the United States, the Marketmore 76 cucumber is an heirloom variety renowned for its hardiness and ability to withstand cool temperatures. Prized for its vigorous growth habit and consistent fruiting, it has become a staple in the organic vegetable garden.

This cucumber is distinguished by its elongated, dark green, slightly ridged fruits, which are easy to harvest and retain their crispness. In the garden, it plays a valuable role by providing an abundant harvest even in temperate climates, bringing freshness and deliciousness to summer tables.

Its hardiness makes it an ideal choice for gardeners who want a reliable and generous crop while respecting the principles of biodiversity and the natural cycle of the garden.

Originating in Northern Europe, the 'Copenhagen' cabbage is an old variety particularly prized for its earliness and hardiness , well-suited to cool climates. Its dense, tightly closed head of a bright, light green color makes it a reliable and generous vegetable, sought after as much for its consistency as for its flavor.

In organic gardens , this cabbage stands out for its natural vigor and its ability to provide a nourishing harvest in early to mid-autumn . Its compact, well-structured head captures the freshness of shorter days and becomes a staple of winter cuisine , both raw and cooked.

Sturdy, consistent, and easy to grow, 'Copenhagen' is a perfect fit for a diverse vegetable garden . It brings structure, abundance, and resilience , while integrating harmoniously into a food crop based on natural cycles.

Large capacity composter, made of rot-resistant natural wood, which you can leave natural, coat with linseed oil or stain in a color that will match your outdoor decor.

Available formats:

• Eco-friendly larch composter WITHOUT central divider: $229.95 (regular price)
• Eco-friendly larch composter WITH central divider: $259.95 (regular price)

Delivery is possible in the Lanaudière region, upon request. Additional charges may apply.

• Capacity of 400 litres or 2 x 200 litres because you have the option of a central divider allowing you to rotate between the maturing compost and the new materials you accumulate.
• It has a door on the front to facilitate the collection of compost.
• A large panel serving as a lid facilitates access to organic matter when it comes time to add material or to stir.
• Solid, aesthetically pleasing and durable.
• 100% produced in Quebec using local wood.

Santo coriander is a variety known for its rapid growth and good tolerance to changing conditions. It produces abundant, bright green, finely cut leaves that are very aromatic from the first harvests. Its characteristic fragrance, both fresh and lemony, is appreciated in many cuisines around the world.

In the garden, Santo stands out for its vigor and its ability to quickly produce usable leaves. However, it is sensitive to prolonged heat, which encourages flowering. Grown in cool to temperate conditions, with successive sowings, it offers a regular production of tender leaves.

This variety adapts well to both open-ground and container cultivation, allowing for better management of watering and sun exposure. Harvested young and frequently, it retains a fine texture and a balanced aroma.

In the local culture, Santo coriander is seen as a plant of rhythm and opportunity. It reminds us of the importance of timing: sowing, harvesting, and starting again, following the rhythm of the season.

Originating in the South of France, the Round Courgette of Nice has naturally found its place in kitchen gardens, where its round, light green fruit has long been a staple in stuffed vegetable recipes. An old variety of courgette, it forms bushy plants that thrive in warm, fertile soil, helping to create a bountiful garden.

In the vegetable garden, this zucchini quickly produces a succession of round fruits, generally harvested young when their tender skin and delicate flesh are at their best. In a harmonious garden, it thrives alongside other summer vegetables and, with its foliage, helps to cover the soil and retain moisture. It is a reliable plant, productive throughout the growing season when harvested regularly.

Native to East Asia , Chinese chives ( Allium tuberosum ) are a hardy perennial that has become a staple in organic gardens as a discreet, generous, and valuable herb . Its flat, supple, deep green leaves form a dense, flexible clump, while its star-shaped white umbels , borne in late summer, attract a wide variety of pollinators and beneficial insects.

Traditionally used in Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese cuisine , it adds a mild, vegetal garlic note to stir-fries, soups, stuffings, and noodles. More subtle than garlic or onion, it is prized for its delicate, aromatic flavor , which can be found in the young leaves, flower buds, and flowers.

In the garden, it integrates easily into borders, edible flowerbeds, or herb spirals , where it plays a valuable role in companion planting , notably through its natural repellent effect on certain unwanted insects . Undemanding , it is drought-tolerant, cold-hardy, and self-seeds readily , providing a vibrant and lasting presence.

Originating in Italy , the Costata Romanesco zucchini is an heirloom variety with an elegantly ribbed shape that evokes rustic markets and the bountiful gardens of the Mediterranean basin. Highly prized for its tender flesh with a mild and fragrant flavor , it holds a place of honor in Italian cuisine, whether roasted, stuffed, sautéed, or eaten raw in salads .

In the garden, it stands out for its compact, bushy habit , vigorous foliage , and ease of cultivation , even in more temperate climates. Its light green skin, marbled with dark streaks, gives it not only a distinctive appearance but also makes it suitable for cooking . It produces abundantly throughout the summer , and its young fruits can be harvested early for delicate and easily digestible dishes.

Rustic, productive, and rooted in a living tradition, Costata Romanesco is a valuable ally for organic vegetable gardens . It inspires simple, fresh, and colorful cooking, while nourishing the garden and the family with elegance and generosity .

Originating in France , the Étampes Red Bright Pumpkin is an iconic heirloom variety , closely linked to the imagery of autumn. Its broad, flattened shape , smooth, vibrant orange-red skin , and impressive size make it a squash that is as decorative as it is nutritious. Once widely cultivated in 19th-century Parisian markets, it has retained its place in contemporary organic gardens thanks to its hardiness, productivity , and mild, slightly sweet flavor .

In the garden, it develops a generous, creeping habit , with large, velvety leaves that cover the ground and protect its rounded fruits from direct sunlight. It adapts well to long crop rotations , thrives in rich soil, and elegantly heralds the arrival of autumn harvests .

In the kitchen, its meltingly tender orange flesh is ideal for soups, purées, gratins, tarts, or jams , bringing warmth and sweetness to seasonal dishes. It's a pumpkin that keeps well in a cellar and provides a consistent and generous source of sustenance during the colder months.

The Aunt Alice cucumber is an old variety that will appeal to gardeners looking for a generous and easy-to-grow plant. Originally from Europe, it has become a staple in vegetable gardens thanks to its abundant yield and relative resistance to common cucumber diseases.

With its vigorous growth habit, this variety produces elongated, deep green fruit, perfect for summer salads or pickles. Aunt Alice proves to be a valuable companion in the garden, bringing a touch of freshness during the warm season. Its vigor makes it an excellent choice for trellis cultivation, where it forms productive green screens.

In the perennial garden, it encourages biodiversity by providing shelter for the soil and contributes to the rotation of vegetables in the vegetable garden, thus participating in a sustainable ecological cycle.

Native to North America, spaghetti squash is a fascinating variety that has become a staple in modern kitchens thanks to its striking stringy flesh. From the moment it's harvested, this squash reveals a unique culinary treasure: a pulp that, once cooked, separates into long, spaghetti-like strands, offering a plant-based alternative to traditional pasta.

In the garden, it flourishes as long, vigorous vines, generously spreading its stems, often adorned with bright yellow flowers. Robust and hardy, it integrates naturally into summer and autumn vegetable plots, bringing both abundance and originality to the harvest. A valued companion plant, it plays an essential role in crop rotation while offering a unique flavor and visual appeal to the plate.

Native to Asia, the Snake Cucumber fascinates with its sinuous and slender silhouette , evoking the discreet gliding of a reptile through the greenery. Botanically, it belongs to the same family as the melon ( Cucumis melo var. flexuosus ), although it is eaten young, like a cucumber. Its mottled skin of light and dark green , its crisp and delicately fragrant flesh , as well as its astonishing length—sometimes more than 60 cm—make it a unique fruit-vegetable.

In the garden, it thrives on trellises or fences , where its long stems climb gracefully, adding verticality and elegance to summer crops. Hardy and vigorous, it offers a generous harvest throughout the summer, particularly in warm, sunny climates .

Native to Southern Europe and Turkey, Belle Isle land cress has been prized as a culinary herb in English kitchen gardens since the 17th century. Its glossy green foliage, bushy habit, and yellow spring flowers make it a discreet yet invigorating presence.

A hardy and fast-growing plant, it adapts well to organic gardens, particularly in cooler, wetter areas. It requires cool but well-drained soil, without excess water, making it easier to cultivate than watercress . A gentle companion for the gardener, it enriches the soil and promotes functional diversity in vegetable beds and edible borders.

Rich in vitamins, nutrients, trace elements, antioxidants, and minerals, sprouted coriander seeds fully deserve a place on our plates. Especially since their unique flavor is unparalleled in Asian cuisine!

• Slightly sweet and refreshing taste.
• Splitz Sparrow Variety

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Information table for successfully growing seedlings in potting soil:

• Variety: Coriander (Split)
• Family: Apiaceae
• Suggested growing method: Potting soil
• Standard quantity (g)*: 18-23g
• Soaking time: 4-8 hours
• Germination time: 5-7 days
• Growth time: 18-21 days

* for a 10″ x 20″ tabletop

Source: Germina

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Photo credit: Caroline Dostie and Point-Virgule

Native to North America , the Ponca Baby Butternut squash is a variety of butternut squash prized for its small size, vigor, and naturally sweet flavor . Named in honor of the Ponca people , it embodies a cultural heritage rooted in the subsistence gardens of the Great Plains. Its compact shape , smooth beige skin , and melting orange flesh make it a valuable food source in climates with short growing seasons.

In the garden, it exhibits rapid and robust growth , adapting well to both open spaces and small vegetable patches. One of the most appreciated traits of this variety is its natural diversity of sizes : small, medium, and large fruits coexist on the same plant , allowing for harvesting as needed—for a daily meal or for preserving. This advantage makes it a versatile variety , well-suited to the needs of families , whether for a quick meal or for winter storage.

Easy to grow, the Ponca offers a generous and early harvest , ideal for organic vegetable gardens. Roasted, in a gratin, in soup, or mashed, its dense, sweet flesh fully reveals the warm flavors of autumn. Its good winter storage capacity makes it a valuable ally for self-sufficient kitchens.

Originally from Central America, the yellow zucchini quickly became a favorite in European vegetable gardens thanks to its vibrant color and delicate flavor. This variety brightens flowerbeds with its brilliant yellow, bringing a cheerful touch and a mild taste that appeals to both cooks and gardeners who love diversity.

In the garden, it proves vigorous and generous, producing abundantly from the warmer months onwards. Its tender flesh is a welcome addition to summer dishes, while its spreading habit and broad leaves provide good ground cover, helping to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Semences cultivées de façon écologique et responsable par Akène, semences indigènes

Le droséra à feuilles rondes (Drosera rotundifolia)  est une petite plante carnivore vivace que l'on trouve principalement dans les tourbières et les zones humides du Québec. Elle se distingue par ses feuilles rondes recouvertes de poils glandulaires rouges qui sécrètent une substance collante, permettant de piéger de petits insectes.

En été, cette plante produit de fines tiges portant des fleurs blanches ou rosées, ajoutant une touche de délicatesse aux milieux humides. Le droséra à feuilles rondes prospère dans des sols pauvres en nutriments, typiquement acides et très humides.

Index de sociabilité : 2 à 3  → Indique le comportement de la plante dans l’espace et ses interactions avec les autres plantes.

Usages médicinaux et culinaires 

Le droséra à feuilles rondes est surtout utilisé en médecine traditionnelle pour ses propriétés antispasmodiques et expectorantes. Ses feuilles sont récoltées pour traiter les affections respiratoires, notamment la toux, la bronchite et l’asthme.

Rôles écologiques

Le droséra à feuilles rondes joue un rôle essentiel dans les écosystèmes des tourbières. En tant que plante carnivore, il capture de petits insectes pour compléter ses besoins en nutriments dans des sols pauvres, aidant ainsi à réguler les populations d'insectes locales. De plus, cette plante contribue à la biodiversité des tourbières, des milieux rares et fragiles, tout en favorisant la rétention d'eau et la stabilité de ces environnements humides. Le droséra à feuilles rondes est donc non seulement une curiosité botanique, mais aussi une espèce clé dans l'équilibre des écosystèmes humides.

Les semences de droséra doivent subir une stratification à froid pour assurer leur germination.

Les Jardins de l'écoumène ne peuvent assumer aucune responsabilité entourant l'utilisation des plantes pour des usages thérapeutiques. Demandez toujours conseil à un professionnel avant d'utiliser une plante médicinale ou comestible.

Notes de culture | Semences - Droséra à feuilles rondes

Semis et culture

Les graines de droséra à feuilles rondes nécessitent une stratification à froid pour améliorer la germination. Pour ce faire, mélangez les graines avec de la vermiculite humide et placez le mélange au réfrigérateur pendant environ 90 jours. Après cette période, semez les graines en surface dans un substrat léger et acide, comme de la tourbe ou un mélange de tourbe et de perlite, sans les couvrir, car elles ont besoin de lumière pour germer.

Cette plante préfère un emplacement en plein soleil, avec des sols constamment humides. Évitez les sols trop riches en nutriments, car cela pourrait nuire à sa croissance. Un arrosage régulier est essentiel, en veillant à utiliser de l'eau distillée ou de l'eau de pluie pour éviter l'accumulation de minéraux. Une fois établie, la droséra à feuilles rondes est relativement résistante aux maladies et nécessite peu d'entretien. Cependant, pour favoriser une bonne croissance et la floraison, il est recommandé de retirer régulièrement les feuilles mortes ou les débris autour de la plante.

Détails techniques

Semences par sachet : 400

Famille : Droseraceae

Nom scientifique : Drosera rotundifolia

Cycle de vie: Vivace

Zone : 3

Type de sol : Sableux à limoneux

Taux d'humidité du sol : Moyen à détrempé

Sol - attributs supplémentaires : Tourbeux. Acide. Pauvre.

Tolérance à la sécheresse : Faible

Lumière : Soleil, mi-ombre

Floraison : Juin

Espacement : 5 cm

Hauteur : 10 cm

Resistance aux cerfs : Faible

Stratification : 90 jours

Scarification : Non

Temps de germination : 14 à 60 jours

Profondeur du semis : Surface

Système reproducteur : Hermaphrodite autofertile

The Prague Giant celeriac is an heirloom variety renowned for its impressively large root and high-quality flesh. It forms a large, uniform, and dense bulb with a fine texture and fragrant flavor, becoming less fibrous when its growth is properly controlled. Its flavor, both mild and pronounced, makes it a benchmark for celeriac enthusiasts.

Originating in Central Europe, this variety was selected for its hardiness and ability to produce large roots without compromising flavor. Its abundant and vigorous foliage complements the slow but steady development of the root, the true heart of the plant.

In the garden, the Giant Prague celeriac requires attention and consistency. It thrives in deep, rich, and consistently moist soil, as well as with steady growth. Any variation in water or nutrients directly affects the texture of the root. When properly cultivated, it yields abundant and uniform harvests, ideal for preserving.