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Pepper, HOT
7 Pot Pepper

Qty $ 3.62 /packet

10 seeds

Trinidad 7 Pot

This super hot pepper is closely related to the Trinidad Scorpion. Sometimes called 7 Pod, the name, 7 Pot, comes from the claim that just one of these peppers contain enough heat to flavor seven pots of chili. An uncommon and outrageously hot pepper.

100 days

Pepper, HOT
Bhut Jolokia
Ghost Pepper

Qty $ 7.92 /packet

10 seeds

World's Hottest Pepper - Bhut Jolokia
syn. Naga Jolokia, Naga Morich, Ghost Pepper, etc

GENUINE

Recognized as the world's hottest pepper by Guinness Book of World Records, the Bhut Jolokia (Ghost Pepper) is in a class by itself. Measured at over ONE MILLION Scoville heat units, the Bhut Jolokia is deadly hot, nearly twice as hot as the famous Red Savina. Hotter than you can imagine. Here it is by popular demand, but we strongly suggest that you proceed with caution. Fruits are 2 1/2 - 3 inches in length and ripen orange-red to red in color. Approx 80% germination.

NOW IN STOCK

85-90 days

Pepper, HOT
Big Sun Habanero

Qty $ 3.40 /packet

30 seeds

Big Sun - aka Yellow Sun Habanero

Here by popular demand, the Big Sun Habanero is slightly larger than a regular habanero and every bit as hot. The flavor is somewhat fruity but not overly so. The pods contain few seeds and mature to a golden yellow color. African origin.

95 days

Pepper, HOT
Bishop's Crown Pepper

Qty $ 3.29 /packet

25 seeds

Unique Shape - Medium Hot

Tangy hot and fruity, this pepper is known for its unique shape. Great for salsa, pickling, eaten fresh or dried. Spicy but not super hot, this pepper is a species of Capsicum baccatum, which include the Peppadew and Ají Amarillo peppers. Known by various common names including Bishop's Crown, Bishop's Cap, Bishop's Hat, Monk's or Friar's Cap or Hat and Balloon. By whatever name, these peppers are sure to be a favorite.

90 days

Pepper, HOT
Black Pearl Pepper

Qty $ 4.39 /packet

15 seeds

AAS Winner!

When grown as bedding or pot plants, Black Pearl's black foliage and upright, clustered fruit provide a strikingly attractive ornamental display for the summer and fall garden. Compact plants grow to 12" in height. Immature fruit clusters are black in color and will mature to red in approximately 80 days. A recent All-America Selections (AAS) Flower and Vegetable Award Winner.

80 days

Pepper, HOT Caribbean Red Pepper Qty $ 2.96 /packet 50 seeds		Twice as Hot as Ordinary Habanero The Carribean Red Habanero has scored up to an incredible 475,000 Scoville Units on the hotness scale, which is rivaled only by the legendary Red Savina Habanero (525,000). Of course, your mileage may vary according to the season and record-high hotness scores are always exceptional. But you can be sure that the Caribbean Red packs a powerful wallop by any measure -- that is, about twice as hot as an ordinary Habanero. As little as 90 days to maturity so is well suited to northern climates. Peppers grow to about 1" in diameter and 1-1/2" in length. Definitely an amazing, unforgettable experience. 90-110 days

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Chipotle Pepper

Qty $ 2.96 /packet

40 seeds

This variety is especially well suited for smoking to get that spicy wood taste (pictured). Many uses. Medium hot, 6000 scoville. Fruits are approximately 2-1/2" long.

66 days

Pepper, HOT Chocolate Habanero 'Congo Black' Qty $ 2.96 /packet 30 seeds		Chiliheads' Choice The notorious "Congo Black" Chocolate Habañero ranks among the deadly few at the top of the heat scale. Fiery hot with a unique, rich flavor unduplicated by any other pepper. The 2" fruits ripen to a gorgeous, chocolate brown. The ultimate salsa pepper. Approximately 100 days to full maturity, grows to four feet in height or taller. A real beauty. 100 days

Pepper, HOT
Devil's Tongue Pepper

Qty $ 4.39 /packet

10 seeds

Limited Supply

Thought to be a descendant of the Fatalii pepper, this variety is notably hotter. Devil's Tongue has proven to be a prolific and dependable producer and certainly ranks among the hottest of the super-hots. The flavor is somewhat sweet or fruity, though it can be hard to distinguish flavors when your tongue is on fire.

100 days

Pepper, HOT
Dorset Naga Pepper

Qty $ 4.61 /packet

10 seeds

How hot is too hot?

This is an incredibly super-hot strain of the Naga Morich ("Naga" means snake or serpent and "Morich" means chili pepper). "Dorset" refers to Dorset county in Southwest England, where the hottest and best Naga Morich plants were selectively bred to produce the parent stock of what we have here. Measuring up to around 900,000 Scovilles, . these peppers are scorching hot by any measure!

100 days

Pepper, HOT Habanero Qty $ 2.96 /packet 50 seeds		Hot-as-Hell Habanero Here is the 10-alarm chili preferred by 3 out of 4 devoted pepperheads! Yes, it's hot! Have a taste! Your heart beats faster, your mouth waters, your nose sniffles, your stomach churns, and your head and face break out in a torrential sweat. What could be better? 60 times hotter than Jalapenos -- 300,000 Scoville Heat Units! Distinctive, unforgettable fruity-smoky flavor. The name Habanero means "of Havana." Golden-orange Habaneros will mature in approx 100 days. Often started early indoors. Plants grow 2 - 3 feet in height, peppers are up to 2 inches in diameter. Prefers full sun, good drainage and regular watering. 100 days

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Holy Mole Pepper

Qty $ 3.69 /packet

25 seeds

2009 AAS All-America Selections Winner!

A new hybrid pasilla pepper perfect for all sorts of Mexican cuisine, especially mole sauces. 9" long fruits mature to a chocolate brown. Tangy taste just slightly hot, use fresh or can be dried and ground. Produces heavy yields on 36" tall plants.

85 days

Pepper, HOT Georgia Flame Hot Pepper Qty $ 3.84 /packet 30 seeds		Spicy, but not too hot, these 8" long peppers are thick and crunchy. Great flavor without overpowering a dish. Unusual variety from the Republic of Georgia. 90 days

Pepper, HOT Hot Tepin Qty $ 3.07 /packet 60 seeds		One of the Hottest.... Tepins are small in size (3/8") but powerfully hot! Pop one of these little fireballs into your mouth and it will have your undivided attention! Unusual growth habit, can reach 4 or more feet in height. A single plant produces hundreds of peppers. Often grown as a container plant in northern areas, tepins are native to desert areas of northern Mexico and the U.S. Southwest. Annual or tender perennial, lives for 2 or 3 years. Germination takes longer than most hot peppers. 200 days

Pepper, HOT Jalapeno Chili Qty $ 2.96 /packet 100 seeds		By far, America's most popular chili. Dark green, turning red at maturity. The dried and smoked Jalapeno is called "Chipotle," which has also become popular. There are several varieties of Jalapeno. While all Jalapenos are relatively mild as far as hot peppers go, this is the Jalapeno "Hot" variety, about 5,000 Scovilles (10,000 when made into Chipotle). Open-pollinated, organically grown seed. 70 days

Pepper, HOT Jamaican Red Scotch Bonnet Qty $ 3.40 /packet 35 seeds		Scotch Bonnet peppers are EXTREMELY HOT and closely related to the Habanero but less common. The flavor is slightly different, which some people prefer. This is the RED variety. 90 days

Pepper, HOT Jamaican Yellow Scotch Bonnet Qty $ 3.79 /packet 35 seeds		Scotch Bonnet peppers are EXTREMELY HOT and closely related to the Habanero but less common. The flavor is slightly different, which some people prefer. This is the YELLOW variety, which is generally a bit harder to find than the red. 90 days

Pepper, HOT Marbles Qty $ 3.62 /packet 30 seeds		Marbles is a unique hot pepper that will add a rainbow of color to your garden! Growing to about a foot in height, Marbles produces an abundance of spherical little peppers, each turning a succession of colors as the fruit matures: first yellow, then purple, orange and finally flame red. The marble-sized peppers are edible and spicy but not too hot. 55-90 days

Pepper, HOT Pretty Purple Qty $ 3.40 /packet 35 seeds		American Heirloom -- Extra Hot! Following a show of small purple flowers, Pretty Purple produces loads of edible, extra-hot peppers that change color as they mature from deep purple to yellow to orange to scarlet. Highly ornamental, eye-catching purple and green foliage adds to the appeal. Grows 12 to 18 inches in height. About 65 days to purple fruit and 90 days to red. 65-90 days

Pepper, HOT Purple Jalapeno Chili Qty $ 3.29 /packet 40 seeds		Striking Color Somewhat hotter than our green Jalapeno (approximately 6,000 Scovilles as opposed to 5,000), yet still fairly mild as far as hot peppers go. Will turn a dark purple and stay that way a long time before eventually turning red. 75 days

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Red Hot Cherry Pepper

Qty $ 2.96 /packet

40 seeds

Plants up to 2 ft in height are prolific producers. Smooth fruits, 1-1/2" across mature from mild-flavored green to medium-hot red. A favorite for pickling or may be stuffed with cheese and served as a popper.

70-78 days

Pepper, HOT
Tabasco Pepper

Qty $ 3.29 /packet

35 seeds

The pepper used to make the famous hot sauce takes its name from the state of Tabasco, Mexico, where it was originally cultivated. The peppers have a distinctive flavor and register around 30,000 on the Scoville scale. The fruits are fairly small, 1/2" - 1 1/2" in length -- and unlike most hot peppers, grow in an upward direction on the plant.

75 days

Pepper, HOT
White Hot Habanero

Qty $ 3.29 /packet

35 seeds

White Hot Habanero is definitely worth trying. With a hotness level of 410,000 Scovilles, you too can experience the delightful sensation of having the back of your head blown off. Just kidding (sort of). These novel peppers make a killer white salsa or can be used as you would other habaneros.

90 days

Pepper, SWEET
Cajun Belle
Sweet Pepper

Qty $ 3.95 /packet

20 seeds

AAS Award Winner

There’s Cajun flavor in this southern belle. Peppers are both sweet and savory. The fruit look like small bell peppers about 2" x 3" with 3 or 4 lobes. Early to mature, look for mature green peppers 60 days after transplanting into your garden. When left on the plant, fruit will change color from green to scarlet and finish red, filled with vitamin C. ‘Cajun Belle’ plants produce a high yield of peppers due to vigor and excellent fruit set. Compact plants are two feet tall and wide, a perfect stature for containers. Disease resistant

60 days

Perilla frutescens nankinensis Purple Shiso Qty $ 2.85 /packet 40 seeds		Purple or Aka Shiso (Perilla) is a delightful, ornamental herb that is used as a striking bedding plant and to make Japanese dishes such as sushi and Kyoto pickles. The leaves have a strong, pungent flavor suggestive of cilantro or cloves. The purple to near-black leaves are wavy or frilled at the edges. Perilla is a self-seeding annual that will readily re-appear year after year. Grows to about 30" in height, prefers a sunny location and moist soil. Very happy on the bank of a stream or pond. Annual (all zones)

Phoenix roebelenii Pygmy Date Palm Qty $ 3.29 /packet 25 seeds		One of the best palms to grow indoors, Pygmy Date Palm is native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be planted attractively either singly or in groupings. Quite a popular plant due to its hardiness, attractiveness and small size. Typically, it will eventually reach a height of about 9'. Seeds take about 3 months to germinate. Zone 9+

Physalis franchetii Chinese Lanterns Qty $ 2.96 /packet 40 seeds		Chinese lantern, Physalis franchetii, grows to two feet tall and bears small, white flowers followed by large, balloon-like husks in July and August. Inside each 2-inch long husk is a small edible but tasteless scarlet fruit. The Chinese lantern plant is valued for its inflated orange-red seed coverings which resemble miniature Chinese lanterns. For winter bouquets, cut the stems in fall just as the lanterns turn color, remove the leaves and hang them, right side up, to dry in a shady, airy place. Easy to grow from seed. Zone 3-9 No export to Australia

Picea pungens glauca Colorado Blue Spruce Qty $ 3.07 /packet 35 seeds		The official state tree of two states: Colorado and Utah. Dramatic blue foliage provides a strong accent in the landscape. Popular as a Christmas Tree. Grows as a broad pyramidal evergreen, tolerant to dry, windy conditions and hardy to zone 3. May reach 60' in height or more. Native to the central Rocky Mountains in the U.S. The variety, 'Misty Blue,' is cultivated for its outstanding, powder-blue foliage. 90% of the seedlings are blue! Zone 3+

Pinus aristata Bristlecone Pine Qty $ 3.07 /packet 25 seeds		World's Longest Living Species Each Bristlecone pine, from young seedling to ancient relic, has an individual character. Young trees are densely clad with glistening needle-covered branches that sway like foxtails in the wind. With their bristled cones dripping pine scented resin on a warm afternoon, they exude all the freshness of youth. As centuries pass and the trees are battered by the elements, they become sculpted into astonishingly beautiful shapes and forms. These "old age" gnarled Bristlecones command complete attention, for there is a definite emotional impact upon meeting a 4,000 year-old tree. Zone 4-7 No export to Australia

Pinus cembroides edulis Piñon Pine Qty $ 3.07 /packet 25 seeds		Native throughout the Southwest U.S., Piñón (Pinyon) Pine is a beautiful conifer for small gardens. Short, dark green needles are about 1" in length. Needs almost no water once established. Its seeds (called piñones or pine nuts) are edible and an important nut crop in Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona. Piñón Pine is the state tree of New Mexico. Slow growing 3 - 18 feet in height, takes many years to produce edible seeds. Also called the Mexican Nut Pine. Zone 3+ No export to Australia

Pinus densiflora Japanese Red Pine Qty $ 2.96 /packet 35 seeds		Japanese red pine is used as a specimen plant because of its interesting form and decorative bark. The foliage is bright bluish green to olive green. Bark on the trunk and large branches is orange-red, adding interest in all seasons. Trunks are frequently crooked or leaning, branches spread horizontally and the crown is broad and flat. It will often grow multiple trunks. The interesting growth habit and distinctive bark are the main reasons for using this tree in the landscape. This tree is usually free of any insect and disease problems and requires little maintenance. Growth is relatively slow for a pine. Widely used as a bonsai tree. Zone 4-7 No export to Australia

Pinus mugo mughos Mugo Pine Qty $ 2.96 /packet 25 seeds		Hardy to minus 50° F Widely used in landscaping and bonsai, Mugo Pine is highly variable from seed. It is moderately slow growing, less than six inches per year, and will usually reach from 6 to 15 feet in height. Often kept lower by pinching new growth buds. Native to the mountain areas of Europe and Western Asia. Prefers full sun but light shade is okay. Zone 1-9 No export to Australia

Pinus parviflora Japanese White Pine Qty $ 4.39 /packet 10 seeds		Perhaps the most "artistic" growth habit of any five-needle pine, Japanese White Pine is a top choice bonsai specimen and an extremely graceful landscape tree. Rather slow growing, green to blue-green in color and variable in height. Native to Japan. Zone 4b+ No export to Australia

Pinus pinea Italian Stone Pine Qty $ 3.07 /packet 10 seeds		This is the pine of Rome and of Renaissance paintings. It is also the source of pignolias (pine nuts), eaten worldwide as a flavorful, protein-rich food. Native to the warmer Mediterranean regions this pine can be grown in zone 8. And as shown in the photo, pinus pinea can be trained as a magnificent bonsai. Zone 8+ No export to Australia

Pinus ponderosa Ponderosa Pine Qty $ 3.07 /packet 35 seeds		So named because of its ponderous size, the Ponderosa Pine is the official state tree of Montana. Also known as the Western yellow pine, these trees average 100' to 160' in height and 2-4' in diameter. The rate of growth varies depending on the conditions. The Ponderosa Pine is an important source of timber and also happens to be an excellent tree for bonsai. Zone 3+ No export to Australia

Pinus thunbergii Japanese Black Pine Qty $ 3.29 /packet 25 seeds		The Japanese Black Pine, Pinus thunbergii, is perhaps the most popular evergreen for bonsai use and is easily recognized by its rugged, purplish black trunk and short, fine needles. Always in great demand by bonsai enthusiasts and widely grown as an ornamental, it can withstand any pruning and trimming to shape. High salt tolerance. Zone 5+ No export to Australia

Piper nigrum Black Pepper Qty $ 3.62 /packet 35 seeds		Black Pepper is one of the oldest and best-known spices in the world. It is a tropical, perennial vine, cultivated in warm, humid areas having heavy rainfull. The same plant produces black, green, white and red pepper -- depending on how the berries are processed. May be grown indoors; mist frequently. Zone 10+

Pittosporum tobira Mock Orange Qty $ 2.96 /packet 35 seeds		Orange-blossom Scented! Native to China and Japan, Pittosporum tobira is an attractive, evergreen shrub that is widely cultivated in warm, Mediterranean-type climates (zones 8-10). Dark green, glossy leaves are arranged in rosettes around the stem and are quite showy. The shrub will grow to about 15' in height with a spread of about 12'. Clusters of small, cream-colored flowers appear in early spring and have a delightful, orange-blossom fragrance. Easily grown from seed. Hardy to 10°F. Zone 8+

5" x 5/8" -- Bundle of 24 Plant Markers Qty $ 2.49 /bundle 24 pieces		Identify your Plants White plastic plant markers to label your plants and seeds. FREE PERMANENT INK GARDEN PEN included with order of 3 or more packages of plant markers.

Podocarpus gracilior African Fern Pine Qty $ 3.84 /packet 12 seeds		The Fern Pine is neither a fern nor a pine. However, this evergreen can be a tree, shrub or hedge. Native to Eastern Africa, Podocarpus gracilior, is very versatile and easy to grow in shade to full sun. Will tolerate very dark situations, such as on the north side of a building under a very wide overhanging roof. Suitable for containers and may be grown indoors. An interesting bonsai candidate. Very old trees can reach 50 feet tall in the ground but plants may stay small in large tubs for many years. Damage below 20°F. Zone 9+ No export to Australia

Populus tremuloides Quaking Aspen Qty $ 3.29 /packet 100 seeds		Quaking Aspen is so named because of the fact that its leaves tremble with the slightest breeze. It has the widest geographical range of any species of tree in North America and is hardy from zone 1 to 7. Can quickly grow to 50 feet in height but is rather short-lived, to about 50 years old. May be grown as a bonsai Aspen grove as the tree will sprout from root suckers. The leaves provide splendid color in the fall. Will adapt to a wide variety of soils and conditions. Zone 1-7

Portulaca grandiflora 'Sundial Series' Moss Rose 'Tropical Fruit Mix' Qty $ 3.29 /packet 35 pelleted seeds		This pretty little annual from Brazil grows about 4 - 6 inches tall and produces many flowers about an inch in size. The flowers open every morning in the sunshine and form a carpet of color. Flowers close at mid-afternoon. Moss rose is a prostrate succulent plant that prefers sunny and dry locations. It is great to grow in places where other plants will not grow, or where perennials die back. Moss rose blooms from early summer to frost and can be used in rock gardens, as a ground cover, and in edging. Sundial is an F1 Hybrid with compact growth habit and is very early to flower. Tropical Fruit Mix is a blend of colors consisting of cream, mango, orange and yellow. Seeds are pelleted for easier handling! Annual (all zones)

Potentilla thurberi Monarch's Velvet Qty $ 2.74 /packet 25 seeds		Intense raspberry red surrounds the deepest red centers on blooms that profusely cover this hardy biennial. A remarkable display of color from June through August. The attractive foliage resembles that of a stawberry plant. Attracts bees. 2' - 2½' in height. Plant in groups for best display. Zone 5+

Primula florindae Tibetan Primrose Qty $ 3.62 /packet 20 seeds		Waterside Plant Beautiful, easily grown waterside primula. Perennial plant produces dozens of impressive, nutmeg scented blooms atop long stems, to 30" in height. Yellow flowers summer to fall. Plant in deep, moist soil and partial shade. Zone 6-9

Primula veris Cowslip Qty $ 2.74 /packet 75 seeds		A touch of Old England Primula veris, also known as cowslip, is a familiar wildflower in the English countryside. The leaves and petals are sometimes used in salads and winemaking. Dependable in either sun or shade and no cottage garden should be without it. Tends to grow in bright clumps, about 8" in height. Zone 4-8

Primula viallii Viallii Primrose Qty $ 2.74 /packet 25 seeds		Stunning An utterly different and unique primula. Carmine, rose and purple mingled together. 12" in height. Perennial flowers in early summer. Best in semi-shade. Zone 5-9

Primula x polyantha
Pacific Giant Primrose
Blue

Qty $ 3.29 /packet

25 seeds

Versatile for use at the edge of borders or to line paths, in containers and baskets and even as a winter houseplant. Glorious blue flowers in early Spring (often very early) until the beginning of Summer. Great first-year performer grows 8-10" in height. Hardy perennial.

Zone 3+

Protea cynaroides King Protea Qty $ 5.46 /packet 10 seeds + primer		Awesome! The largest and most regal protea, the King Protea is the national flower of South Africa. Crown-like reddish bracts open to a diameter of 8-12" on 2-3' stems. The flower is magnificent fresh, and dries wonderfully to an everlasting ornament. Zone 8. PLUS Protea Seed Primer to Assist Germination + INCLUDED WITH SEEDS + disc sufficient to treat 100 seeds Pre-sowing treatment with K&M Instant Smoke Seed Germination Stimulant increases germination percentages considerably, and decreases losses due to fungus infections. Zone 8+

Protea nerifolia Pink Mink Protea Qty $ 5.46 /packet 10 seeds + primer		This is the unusual but very beautiful Oleanderleaf Protea or "Pink Mink" that is highly prized as a cut flower and seen in exotic arrangements. The intriguing, feathery black tips attract attention and are most distinctive. Easy to grow and will reach a height of about eight feet. PLUS Protea Seed Primer to Assist Germination + INCLUDED WITH SEEDS + disc sufficient to treat 100 seeds Pre-sowing treatment with K&M Instant Smoke Seed Germination Stimulant increases germination percentages considerably, and decreases losses due to fungus infections. Zone 8+

Prunus serrulata Japanese Flowering Cherry Qty $ 3.59 /packet 20 seeds		This showy April bloomer hardly needs any introduction. Japanese Flowering Cherry typically grows to about 30 feet in height. Bloom colors range from white to pink and may be single or double. Widely adaptable to any well-drained soil and prefers full sun. Occasionally grown as flowering bonai. Zone 5-9 No export to Australia

Pseudotsuga menziesii Douglas Fir Qty $ 2.96 /packet 40 seeds		A hallmark of the majestic U.S. Northwest evergreen forests and state tree of Oregon, In its native habitat, Douglas Fir can reach 200 feet or more in height (rare) but under cultivation will normally grow to 40-60 feet. Fast-growing after 5 years. The oldest tree on record was over 1,400 years old when cut. Used extensively for lumber and also grown to market as fine Christmas trees. Zone 5b-9

Ptilotus exaltatus 'Joey'
Ptilotus Joey

Qty $ 4.39 /packet

10 seeds

New Sensation

This eye-popping specimen is guaranteed to attract attention. From central Australia, 'Joey' produces conical spikes of 3-4 inch long feathery flowers of glistening silver, tipped with a darker neon-pink. The thick foliage is silver-green. Both heat and drought tolerant, 'Joey' is an excellent accent for mixed containers or as a specimen plant in garden beds, where it can reach 12 inches tall and wide. Superb germination rates and only 14-16 weeks to bloom. Ptilotus 'Joey' is just the thing if you're looking for something new and interesting.

Annual (all zones)

Pumpkin Knucklehead Pumpkin Qty $ 4.94 /packet 30 seeds		COVERED IN WARTS These freaky, spooky, pumpkins have warts! Don't worry, they've been bred to look this way. Perfect for carving the creepiest jack-o-lanterns you've ever seen and of course perfectly edible, as well. These pumpkins are truly amazing. And special thanks to a special customer in Saskatchewan for bringing this incredible pumpkin to our attention. "...pumpkins that will make you smile!" 105 days

Punica granatum nana Dwarf Pomegranate Qty $ 3.18 /packet 12 seeds		Deciduous shrub grows up to 6 feet in height, may bloom when less than a foot tall. Great for bonsai. Popular as a pot plant. Showy, orange-red fruits are edible and last for months. Easy to grow. Zone 7b+

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