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‘Packman’ Broccoli

Flower heads up to 8” across + side shoots Able to withstand heat. High fiber and protein Low in calories Good source of Vitamins. Photo from Park Seed. ‘Packman’ Broccoli. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION. CULTURAL INFORMATION. WHY WAS THIS PLANTED?. Nutritious Many ways to prepare

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‘Packman’ Broccoli

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  1. Flower heads up to 8” across + side shoots Able to withstand heat High fiber and protein Low in calories Good source of Vitamins Photo from Park Seed ‘Packman’ Broccoli NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Nutritious • Many ways to prepare • Easy to store and ship

  2. Early producer with flower heads up to 8 inches across High fiber and protein Low in calories Good source of Vitamins Photo from Reimer Seeds ‘Early Dividend’ Broccoli CULTURAL INFORMATION NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Nutritious • Many ways to prepare • Easy to store and ship

  3. Low in calories High in Vitamin A and Vitamin C Melon weighs 6-7 pounds Superior flavor and texture Photo from Park Seed ‘Sweet Beauty’ Watermelon NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • A sweet refreshing treat to beat the summer heat!

  4. High in Vitamins High in Fiber Mild, sweet and full of flavor Plants 2’high and 3-4’ wide Thin-skinned fruits Photo from Reimer Seed ‘Early Crookneck’ Squash NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Great eating fresh, boiled, baked, fried and in casseroles!

  5. Low in calories Good source of fiber Good source of Vitamins High yielding cucumber that handles tough conditions Photo from Reimer Seed ‘Greensleeves’ Cucumber NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Great as a snack • Great on salads or pickled as a side

  6. 9” bean pods Heirloom bean Produces large quantities of beans Low in calories High in Vitamin A and Vitamin C High in Folate (good for pregnant women) Photo from Reimer Seed ‘Kentucky Wonder’ Pole Bean NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Many was to cook • Good crisp snack

  7. High in fiber Vitamins B6 and C Good source of calcium & folic acid 6-7 inch long tender pods with rich flavor Photo from Reimer Seed ‘Lee’ Okra NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Good fried, boiled, gumbo & stews

  8. Good source of fiber Minerals, Vitamin C & B6 All purpose potato with smooth skin, white flesh Shallow eyed Heavy yields Photo from Burpee Seed ‘Kennebec Whites’ Potatoes NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Keeps you full with nutritious calories • Storage & shipping

  9. Good source of fiber Lots of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, Potassium and Iron Anti-oxidants Need hot weather Few disease issues Root crop Sweet Potatoes NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Excellent baked, and in casseroles

  10. Excellent protein source High in fiber Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron Bright green pods 2.5 inches with fine white or brown hairs most desirable Photo from http://muskogeephoenixonline.com/blogs/MollyDay Edamame (Edible Soybean) NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Great for a snack • Soups or stir fries

  11. Mild flavor Lobed fruits Many fruits from each plant Low in calories Good source of fiber Vitamin C, Vitamin A and Potassium Photo from Park Seed Green Bell Peppers NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION CULTURAL INFORMATION WHY WAS THIS PLANTED? • Salads, stuffed, grilled, or raw snack

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