Red Fife

Triticum aestivum

This Canadian wheat, bred in Ontario, is named for its red seed. The stalks can grow quite tall - perhaps up to 5 feet depending on soil fertility - making it a stunning feature in the garden. Wheat is a relatively easy grain to grow on the home scale as it is easy to separate the grain from the chaff. This variety is excellent for milling and baking with. 

Certified Organic

Growing instructions

For spring wheat: Direct sow in mid to late spring once soil temperatures reach 4-10 degrees or when soil can be "worked". Planting early is recommended to maximize yield.

For winter wheat: Direct sow in late August to late-September. Germinated seeds develop a crown 3-4 leaves before going dormant over winter. The exact planting window depends on your specific region to balance root growth with the risk of freezing damage before winter.

Wheat can be sown 2cm deep in full sun to partial shade.