Celosia plumosa (Bag) – Franchi Sementi
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Yellow carrot from Doubs. An old heirloom variety from France, but grown in Italy. 80+ days. Long, conical root (6-12 inches) with very little central core. Excellent taste; very sweet. Appears to have some resistance to carrot fly. 6 gram packet. Approximately 400-1200 seeds per gram.
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Capers (Bag) – Franchi Sementi
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