Would you like to join us?
Here's how it works. This is going to be a fun contest with prizes during and at the end of the challenge.
-Seeds must be purchased from Mary's Heirloom Seeds
-Seeds must be grown in 2026 since the contest ends in August 2026
-There will be a check-in posted once a month at Mary's Heirloom Seeds if you would like to comment and share your "growth" throughout the challenge. This check-in will be available for 5 days.
-Final check-in is August 30, 2026 but you can send in your entry as soon as you are ready.
-This challenge is open to residents of the US and Canada
-Take pictures! We love to see your gardens and this is a great way to share your progress
-Have fun!
HOW TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY: post an image that is relevant to the 2026 garden challenges (seed pack, seedling and/or harvest)
7 comments
Hey,
Live in rural Northern California and here is my Ronde de Nice I started only 5 days ago. Can’t wait to plant.
I’m still waiting for growth but I just started this past weekend! And I think last years borage may be sprouting all over the place
My Ronde de Nice squash is coming along nicely considering the cold snap we have had. My radishes are being covered over by my peas, but they are getting close to being able to pick!
Just checking in, enjoying watching my garden come to life. Excited to try new recipes.
My Easter egg radish.
My easter egg radishes are getting big and I will be planting the royalty purple podded beans and ronde de nice squash within the next couple weeks.
My Rinde de Nice squash has its first bloom on May 1st!