2004 Product Highlights
Great new books, kitchen tools, spring planting aids, and our gorgeous new mandala necklace.

New! Mandala Necklace
The Seeds of Change mandala, known as The Seed of Life, originally came to us through a planting stick from a Nepalese farmer. It was carved into the top of his staff, which he used to displace the dirt before dropping the seed into the soil where it could safely germinate. The mandala is an ancient symbol of abundance and life. Given our dedication to preserving biodivesity and spreading the use of sustainable agricultural practices, we have always felt a kinship to The Seed of Life mandala. May it bring you blessings as you wear it.

Special ! Collapsable Coldframe and Greenhouse
Buy both for $355! One person can set this greenhouse up in 15 minutes. Features include generous zippered screened doors at each end, eight screened vents for air circulation, ground level openings for hoses or extension cords, durable UV-treated woven plastic, long anchor stakes, shade cloth, and a handy storage bag. Zip 2 or more together to make a movable "complex" for four season growing or for starting seedlings in the spring. Great for the small market grower with limited space.

Amazing spring steel technology makes it easy to set up this handy coldframe. Four generous zippered doors allow easy access for harvesting and cultivating while screened vents keep out pests and make it a pollination isolation tent for seed saving projects. Folds up to store when not in use. Great for hardening off starts, getting a jump on the season, or prolonging the life of your salad beds in the fall. Includes extra long anchor stakes, and shade cloth for summer use.

Grace From The Garden
Author: Debra Landwehr Engle, Hardcover: 240 pages

An inspirational collection of true stories that demonstrate the power of gardening to transform lives, communities, and the earth itself. From children in their family and school gardens, to recent refugee immigrants and urban dwellers in their neighborhood gardens, to home- based and public gardening projects for the elderly, Engle reveals how the gift of gardens can enrich our relationships with those around us and forge positive and lasting change, one seed at a time.

Permaculture: Principles and Pathways Beyond Sustainability
Author: David Holmgren, Softcover: 286 pages

In this long awaited book, David Holmgren, co-founder of the Permaculture concept, distills a quarter century of reflection born of practical experience and critical observation. In clear, down-to-earth language, he outlines an evolution in the ways in which Permaculture design principles can aid our transition to a world of declining resources and growing population. A must read for dedicated permaculturists and rewarding for anyone interested in innovative, creative, and ethical design solutions to the challenges of sustainably inhabiting this planet, or our own little piece of it.

Seedling Heat Mats, large and small
Maintaining adequate temperatures is imperative for successful germination of seeds. These mats will warm the rooting area 10-20° over ambient temperature. Helpful seed starting information is printed on the mat. For more precise control, use the Heat Mat Thermostat.

Floating Row Cover
Protects your plants from garden pests and light frosts. Great for young seedlings and fall gardening. Give your seedlings a stronger start by protecting them from late frosts and pests.

Clarrington Forge Digging Fork
The digging fork is an organic gardener's essential tool. You'll enjoy a long and intimate relationship with the superb quality, hand-forged, "lifetime" tool. Carbon steel blade holds an edge and just won't bend. Rugged D-Handle are quality straight-grained ash. Click here for more great Clarrington Forge Tools.

In The Kitchen
You've got to try our new Cranberry Red Potatoes this year. They've quickly become one of our favorites and what better way to enjoy them than with the perfect utensils in your kitchen.

Peel Away! Beautifully designed and finely crafted from high-quality stainless steel, our handy Vegetable Peeler is designed to cut while pulling towards you. Sharpened point opposite the blade is perfect for removing eyes (on your potatoes!).

Mash It Up! Rugged stainless steel construction and ergonomic handle guard make it a pleasure to mash up your spuds with our new Potato Masher. Great for squash too. It simply won’t bend!

Meet "The Press" This amazing German engineered and crafted Garlic Press will win over even the most dedicated "chopper." Unique lever mechanism makes it easy to press large cloves, skin and all. Flip-back sieve means easy cleaning and no removable parts to lose. Built to last a lifetime.

And Then Bring On The Heat! In our part of the world, potatoes are hardly complete without the flavor of fresh-ground dried chiles. Our handy Chile Grinder relieves you of the task of chopping, and removes the risk of touching or breathing the chile oils as you might when using a blender.