How We’d Fill a 12-Pack Seedling Box This Winter
Two gardener-approved combinations to spark your winter planting inspiration.
Not sure what to plant next in your winter garden? Choosing seedlings can feel overwhelming with so many leafy greens, herbs, and brassicas to pick from. To help, we’ve put together two suggested 12-pack combinations based on what we would choose for our own gardens. These are just inspiration to help you plan a productive, flavorful winter garden that matches your style and harvesting preferences.
Below are two paths: one for cooks who love frequent harvests, and one for gardeners who enjoy a slower, full-season payoff. You can follow either path - or mix and match to create your perfect combination.
🌿 Option 1 — Quick-Growing, High-Rotation Harvests
Perfect for cooks, frequent clippers, and gardeners who want instant gratification.
Herb 6-Pack
Cilantro ×2 — bright, citrusy leaves for salsas, dressings, or finishing warm dishes
Why we love it: Fast-growing and flavorful, plus you can harvest seeds when it goes to seed for fresh coriander.
Italian Parsley ×1 — clean, vibrant leaves for sauces, soups, and roasted vegetables
Why we love it: Once established, this plant provides abundant harvests, giving you fresh flavor all winter long.
Korean Shiso ×1 — ruffled leaves with a bold, herbal flavor and subtle notes of mint and basil, perfect for garnishes, wraps, and salads.
Why we love it: Striking texture and distinctive taste that instantly elevate a dish.
French Thyme ×1 — woody, aromatic sprigs for winter soups, roasted veggies, or slow braises
Why we love it: Hardy and abundant once established; enjoy fresh or dry it to flavor dishes long after harvest.
“Your Favorite Herb” ×1 — choose the one you reach for most in your cooking
Why we love it: Because why not fill your garden with the flavors you love and use most.
Greens 6-Pack
Arugula ×2 — peppery and bold; perfect for salads, sandwiches, or last-minute garnishes
Why we love it: Quick-growing and lively, adds instant flavor to meals and bounces back after each harvest.
Mizuna Mix ×2 — tender, colorful leaves with a subtle spicey note
Why we love it: Prolific and versatile; great raw, lightly sautéed, or mixed into salads.
Bright Lights Swiss Chard ×1 — vibrant stems and silky leaves that hold up in sautés and pastas
Why we love it: Long-lasting and resilient, with bold flavor that carries through the season.
Red Sorrel ×1 — tender, deep-red leaves with a bright, tangy, lemony flavor; perfect for fresh salads, garnishes, soups, and sauces
Why we love it: Adds a burst of color and zesty flavor to any dish, grows quickly, and keeps producing throughout the cooler months.
Why We Love This 12-Pack Seedling Mix
This is a cook’s garden. Fast-growing herbs and greens provide daily snips and steady flavor, keeping your kitchen stocked with ultra-fresh ingredients. Plant a box this way, and your winter meals will follow the rhythm of your garden.
🥦 Option 2 — Steady Producers & Longer-Term Rewards
Ideal for gardeners who want variety, reliability, and mid- to late-season payoffs.
Steady Producer 6-Pack
Aspabroc Broccolini ×2 — tender stems and sweet florets that produce side-shoots for weeks on end
Why we love it: Reliable and continuous; a true winter workhorse that keeps giving fresh shoots throughout the season.
Curly Kale ×2 — slow to start but cold-hardy and dependable
Why we love it: Thick, textured leaves that hold flavor even in cool weather; perfect for sautés, chips, or hearty winter dishes.
Collard Greens ×2 — thick, resilient leaves that thrive in cool weather
Why we love it: Robust and forgiving, providing abundant harvests all season; ideal for stews, braises, and long cooking.
Long-Term Reward 6-Pack
Purple Magic Broccoli ×1 — producing tender, purple-tinged heads with classic broccoli flavor.
Why we love it: A reliable early harvest that brings fresh broccoli to the table while longer-season crops mature.
Clementine Cauliflower ×1 — dense, creamy heads for mid-season harvests
Why we love it: Consistent and satisfying; versatile for roasting, mashing, or salads.
Sylvia Brussels Sprouts ×1 — cold-hardy stalks producing sweet, nutty sprouts
Why we love it: A patient gardener’s favorite; these sprouts reward cold weather with rich flavor.
Bilko Cabbage ×1 — dense, elegant heads for slaws, ferments, and long storage
Why we love it: Sturdy, reliable, and beautiful; keeps well and makes a lasting impression in the kitchen.
Caraflex Cabbage ×1 — sweet, conical heads with tender leaves
Why we love it: Slow-growing but rewarding; adds unique shape and texture to winter meals.
Red Express Cabbage ×1 — compact, deep-purple heads with crisp texture and a mildly sweet, classic cabbage flavor
Why we love it: Fast to mature and beautifully colored, it adds instant visual appeal to winter gardens and brings crunch, color, and versatility to slaws, sautés, and fresh preparations.
Why We Love This Mix
This mix rewards patience. Steady producers give you reliable early harvests, while the long-term brassicas mature into beautiful, flavorful crops. It’s ideal for gardeners who enjoy variety on the plate and don’t mind letting plants take their time to reach their full potential.
📦 Ready to Build Your Own Box?
Order online, mix and match your favorites, and we’ll ship your seedlings straight to your doorstep. Whether you love quick greens, fragrant herbs, or long-season brassicas, there’s a combination waiting to thrive in your garden.
See you in the garden,
The Revival Roots Nursery Team 🌱