Backlund Bly Orach, 1888 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Green orach, best harvested when between 6" and 2' tall. Self-sows in the garden. This variety comes from Mark Walker and Kathy Kapitan, seed savers who have been listed on the SSE Yearbook Exchange since 1996. They received this orach from Mark's uncle, Gib Backlund, who obtained it from his father-in-law, George Bly. George's parents, Haldor and Ingeliv (Sekse) Bly, brought the orach to the U.S. when they emigrated from Norway to Minnesota in 1888. Characteristics:  Organic Best when harvested between 6" and 2' tall Self-sowing 150 Seeds per packet  Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 2-3 weeks after the last frost. Harvest leaves that are 4-6" tall, harvest continually, and make successive plantings.  Direct Seed: 2" Apart Seed Depth: 1/2" Germination: 7-10 Days Thin: 6-8" Apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability