Greens

This arugula was developed locally. It has a huge production of large full leaves. Slower to bolt than other arugula. When planted in late August or early September, it can last for months if the weather doesn't get too hot and cause it to bolt. 

Germination rate 99%. CV Seed Bank trial candidate 2021.

Red Russian Kale grows leaves that are flat, toothed, grey-green leaves with purple stems and veins really brighten after frosts. Tender for salads and good for bunching, the red and purple hues turn a rich, dark green colour when cooked. 

Germination rate 88%. All Comox Valley Winner 2016.

Soft, large leaves that grow well through the summer heat, perfect for smoothies or for sautéing. After the winter, they grow back very curly, making them even better for kale chips. One of the few kales that produces new leaves through the winter months. 50 days to maturity. 

Germination rate 98%. All Comox Valley Winner 2015. 

This lettuce is a medium to large semi-frilled, loose-leaf green lettuce. It grows in an elongated, rosette shape, and is narrow and small at the base fanning out to a wide, curly, loose top. The deeply lobed leaves branch out in all directions, and are tender, smooth, and broad with many curls and frills. The lettuce is firm and crisp with a mild, sweet, and nutty flavour. Ideal for cut-and-come-again harvesting, which allows the lettuce to continue growing new leaves as the outer leaves are harvested. 

Germination rate 100%. All Comox Valley Winner 2019. 

Vulcan lettuce is an early maturing loose Red Leaf variety. It is a hardy, slow to bolt and vigorous cut-and-come-again lettuce that offers two to three harvests per season. Vulcan lettuce has crimson red tinted leaves that give way to green midribs and a succulent translucent pale green base. Its leaves are ruffled with a flexible, buttery texture and a lean, mild flavour. 

Germination rate 100%. All Comox Valley Winner 2015. 

An excellent lettuce, great all year round, but late spring and early summer is the best time for it. It is a very old heirloom variety that displays red-brown, flat, smooth leaves with green veins, and a loose Romaine head. Good cold tolerance and slow to bolt.

Germination rate 100%. 2016 All Comox Valley Winner

Dark burgundy Romaine with lime green bits and pink stems. Very longstanding and excellent Romaine with tall, cylindrical, tight heads. 

Germination rate 100%. An All Comox Valley winner 2022. 

This Romaine lettuce is medium to large in size with an elongated shape and stiff, upright leaves. The thick heads are loosely connected to a central blanched base and the leaves, averaging 10-15 centimeters in length, are broad with many folds and creases. The lettuce is crisp, succulent, and crunchy with a mild, slightly bitter taste. It is very tolerant of heat. 

Germination rate 100%. An All Comox Valley winner 2022. 

This Butterhead lettuce is originally from Baumeux in France. It is very resistant to cold. The large smooth leaves form a thick light green head. Can be planted early in the season or for over wintering.

Germination rate 100%. CV Seed Bank test candidate 2016. 

This Romaine lettuce has maroon spots on dark green leaves. The crispy Romaine leaves grow as tight upright heads with rose hearts. Can be grown early in the season.

Germination rate 100%. CV Seed Bank test candidate 2023 

This lettuce produces large plants with very large reddish green leaves.  Prefect for making wraps! Holds up well in heat.

A dark, glossy, loose-leaf lettuce. This variety thrives in cooler temperatures, ideally between 15°C to 20°C, so consider planting in early spring or fall. Tastes delicious in salads.