Vegetable Seed Supplier — El Centro, CA
El Centro sits at the center of the Imperial Valley — one of California's most productive desert agriculture regions.
El Centro sits at the center of the Imperial Valley — one of California's most productive desert agriculture regions. Winter production here runs October through March. Melons, broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, and peppers all fit the Imperial Valley window before summer heat arrives. Orsetti Seed Company serves Imperial Valley growers through an independent dealer network.
The Imperial Valley's desert climate allows a distinct winter growing season from October through March. Heat tolerance and early maturity are critical for crops finishing before summer. BOS 125 melon, Kodiak PVP lettuce, and BRAVADO broccoli all perform within this window.
Orsetti's reach
Orsetti Seed Company, Inc.
2300 Technology Pkwy, Ste 1Hollister, CA 95023
831.636.4822
osco@orsettiseeds.com
Varieties for Imperial Valley
Processing Tomatoes
8 hybrid varieties, 67–80 days, determinate — adapted for hot desert conditions and desert transition zones
View varieties →Broccoli
BRAVADO — ~105 days direct seeded, desert planting window Oct–Jan before spring heat
View varieties →Melons
BOS 125 — golden-yellow rind, excellent Brix, firm white flesh. 85–95 DTM. Strong performance in desert heat
View varieties →Lettuce
Kodiak PVP (heat-tolerant green looseleaf, 55 DTM), Two Star PVP, Marin PVP, Red Fusion PVP
View varieties →Common questions
What vegetable seed suppliers serve El Centro and the Imperial Valley?
Orsetti Seed Company, based in Hollister, CA, serves Imperial Valley growers through an independent dealer network. Contact us at 831.636.4822 or osco@orsettiseeds.com for variety information and dealer referral.
What melon varieties work in the Imperial Valley?
BOS 125 is our current commercial melon variety — golden-yellow smooth exterior, white flesh, excellent Brix, firm and crisp. At 85–95 days to maturity, it fits the Imperial Valley window before peak summer temperatures.
What broccoli varieties are suited for Imperial Valley desert production?
BRAVADO is our commercial broccoli variety. At approximately 105 days from direct seeding, it fits the October through January planting window in the Imperial Valley before spring heat terminates the season.
Does Orsetti distribute to Imperial County, California?
Yes. Orsetti Seed Company distributes internationally and serves Imperial Valley growers. Contact us at 831.636.4822 or osco@orsettiseeds.com for availability and dealer referral.
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