Transplant red cherry sweet pepper after the threat of frost is over. Growing about 3’ tall and wide, cherry peppers are relatively low maintenance. They... Continue reading
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Scallions (Allium wakegi) bring the flavor of onions without the long wait in the garden or the peeling in the kitchen. Although the terms scallions,... Continue reading
These collards have a uniform, compact growth habit, with non-heading and slow-bolting plants. Their mild cabbage flavor makes these ideal greens for boiling, and they... Continue reading
Hollow Crown is a popular, high-quality parsnip with long, smooth, white roots that are up to 15″ long and 3″ in diameter with no side... Continue reading
These slim bright green pods hold up to 11 peas each. The pods measure up to 5″ long, and grow on 24″ high vines. This... Continue reading
The flesh is crisp, tender, and sweet. This variety is fast growing and especially popular in southern areas and takes just 50 days to reach... Continue reading
This is one of the best leek varieties out there! It is very winter-hardy with a great mild flavor. The enormous stalks grow up to... Continue reading
This open-pollinated pepper is an excellent choice if you are looking for beauty and high yield! Purple beauty peppers are deep purple in color when... Continue reading
This sweet pepper, Pimento, is an excellent variety for the home vegetable garden! Abundant yields of heart-shaped fruits turn from green to red when mature... Continue reading
Nu Mex peppers are mild but still have some heat. Peppers are 5” long and 1.5” wide. They grow from green and mature to be... Continue reading
Lilac Bell peppers are a great addition to any home garden. Peppers are a beautiful lavender shade that matures to red. They are sweet with... Continue reading
Turning from green to bright orange when ripe, this beautiful pepper will add fun color to salads and stir-fries. They are crisp and sweet and... Continue reading
Small Red Chili peppers are thin-walled, conical peppers about 5″ long that contain about 30,000 Scoville Heat Units. This vegetable grows about 18″ tall and... Continue reading
Pasilla Bajio Hot Pepper is a Mexican pepper made popular by the famous mole dish. The name in spanish means, “little raisin.” This should give... Continue reading
The upright plants of the Santa Fe Grande Pepper produce excellent yields of yellow peppers that transition to orange and then red at maturity. Hot... Continue reading
Pepper is one of the most diverse, showy, and flavorful fruits grown in the annual garden bed. Available in nearly every possible color and shape... Continue reading
The Chilli Pepper Firecracker is a compact chilli plant, perfect for growing in pots or containers forming clusters of brightly coloured chillies that are hot,... Continue reading
Plants grow to be 24-36” tall with green stems and foliage and white flowers. Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep and transplant to full sun in... Continue reading
This particular tomato is unusual because of its resemblance to a bell pepper, the center is nearly hollow, making it perfect for stuffing. These tomatoes... Continue reading
Roma is one of the most popular tomato varieties for pastes, sauces, and canning! The solid tomatoes weigh about 3 Oz and grow on compact... Continue reading
Pink Thai Egg tomato seeds are a good choice for growing in raised beds, containers, and small gardens because of their determinate growth habit.Like most... Continue reading
These are colorful, tasty, pear-shaped tomatoes that are very popular for the home vegetable garden! These plants grow fairly tall and may need caging. The... Continue reading
These are colorful, tasty, pear-shaped tomatoes that are very popular for the home vegetable garden! These plants grow fairly tall and may need caging. The... Continue reading
New Yorker tomatoes grow on vigorous, compact, bush-type plants and can be grown in containers. These heirloom tomatoes are a Beefsteak type, weigh about 5... Continue reading
This Tomatillo variety grows 8-foot vines that produce green husk tomatoes that weigh about 2 Oz each. This variety originally came from Mexico and so... Continue reading
The tomato is ready in 85 days and is mostly red with yellow and orange streaking. Coming in at 1-2 lbs, Flame Tomatoes are lower... Continue reading
Caribe tomato seeds produce determinate tomato plants that remain compact and easy to care for whether they are grown in containers or in garden rows.... Continue reading
The Cape Gooseberry originated in South America but were very popular in South Africa and get their name from having been grown around the Cape... Continue reading
White Wonder Beefsteak tomatoes have yellowish-white flesh when mature and make a nice color contrast when served with red and orange tomatoes. It is mild... Continue reading
This easy to grow heirloom tomato is a favorite among vegetable gardeners! Amana Orange produces huge tomatoes weighing up to 2 pounds and measuring up... Continue reading
A favorite for flavoring tea and desserts, this perennial plant is also one of the easiest to grow from seed. It is useful to plant... Continue reading
The classic Purple Coneflower is probably the most popular native wildflower out there, and no native prairie planting or garden is complete without it. This... Continue reading
This graceful feathery annual was cultivated by the Egyptians in 1500 BC. The seeds can be used whole or crushed in baked goods, pies, applesauce,... Continue reading
Common German Chamomile produces tiny daisy-like flowers that smell like apples. It can be used for a relaxing fine flavored tea that can be enjoyed... Continue reading
Several parts of this plant are useful in the kitchen. Young leaves can be added to salads, and pretty blue flowers can be candied, used... Continue reading
Non-GMO (Taraxacum officinale) True Wild Dandelion plants grow as vigorous and herbaceous tender perennials. As hardy heirlooms, dandelions will develop low-growth mounds that reach 4-6”... Continue reading
This Japanese heirloom yields eye-catching white stalks with green leaves. It will add mouth-watering flavor to a fresh veggie platter or a stir-fry. This onion... Continue reading
The shiny, straw-colored skin of this Yellow Sweet Spanish onion covers a mild-flavored white flesh. This long-day onion is globe-shaped and can grow quite large... Continue reading
The Eclipse L303 onion is an heirloom Bermuda-type that grows well in southern regions of the United States that have a long growing season. This... Continue reading
Barletta onions are an early Italian heirloom onion variety that matures approximately 60 to 69 days after planting. The small white bulbs of Barletta onions... Continue reading
Early Grano sweet onions are a short day variety with good yields of very sweet onions. This softball-sized bulb is straw-colored with white flesh, is... Continue reading
White sweet Spanish onions are long-day onions that are large, sweet, and mild with good storage quality. Let them grow up to a pound, or... Continue reading
Red Burgundy onion seeds produce large flattened globes up to 4″ in diameter that are beautiful for slicing! These onions are very mild with a... Continue reading
This sweet variety is an overwintering type that’s good for fall or early spring sowing even in the north! They have an award-winning mild flavor,... Continue reading
This fun, colorful carrot is butter-yellow with sweet juicy flavor and crunchy texture. For a fresh-from-the-garden treat, pick when it is finger-sized. The mature roots... Continue reading
The tapered roots of Atomic Red are bright red, and the color only gets richer when this vegetable is cooked! This variety of non-GMO carrots... Continue reading
This unique, eye-catching vegetable will be a hit with kids and adults alike! The skin of Purple Carrot is purple, but its flesh is orange,... Continue reading
White carrot seeds have been grown since the early 1600s, and they are still being grown for a good reason. This carrot is very mild... Continue reading
This variety is one of the sweetest carrots on the market! The deep orange roots of Tendersweet are top quality, great-tasting, and super for cooking.... Continue reading
These charming little French gems are perfect for gourmet cooking or a fun snack. This heirloom carrot variety produces small round carrots about the size... Continue reading
The shorter, blocky shape of Royal Chantenay make these carrots ideal for growing in heavy or shallow soil. They have an excellent deep orange color... Continue reading
The Imperator Carrot is an AAS Winner with excellent flavor and high-quality roots! The uniform, dark-orange, slightly tapered roots average 8-9″ long with a tender,... Continue reading
These carrots are very popular, and it’s no wonder! Great flavor, texture, and uniformity make this one a winner! The cylindrical roots average 7″ long... Continue reading
Little Fingers are a very tiny and very sweet gourmet carrot, great for serving whole or for pickling. These tender carrots are only 3″ long,... Continue reading
If you want to grow a salad for consumption always fresh, this type of salad is especially for you! It is easy to grow; it... Continue reading
The famous Green Leaf Lettuce family salad variety has light green and juicy leaves. The plant is resistant to heat, drought, and frost and ripens... Continue reading
This Thai Basil herb has a distinctive licorice scent and flavor, commonly used in Thai and Vietnamese cooking. Lovely purple stems and blossoms adorn this... Continue reading
Popular heirlooms such as Purple Basil Herbs, produce into late summer with abundant growth, developing large-sized and elegant deep-violet leaves. Your basil crop will reach... Continue reading
Lemon Basil adds an excellent citrus flavor to seafood, pasta, and vegetables. This plant is a specialty low-growing Basil variety with medium pointed leaves that... Continue reading
The vigorous vines of the Large Red Cherry Tomato produce an abundance of half-dollar-sized, 1 Oz, bright red tomatoes with a sweet juicy flavor. Fairly... Continue reading
Beefsteak is a very popular old standby for a large red garden tomato! It grows delicious tomatoes that are very bright red, juicy, solid, and... Continue reading
Long Island Improved is the most common and widely adapted open pollinated Brussel Sprout variety for the home vegetable garden! Compact plants grow up to... Continue reading
Okra is vigorous up to 8-foot plants produce uniform, straight pods that are spineless, making harvest easier! It can be served fried, cooked, or pickled.... Continue reading
Cherry Belle is the most popular open pollinated round red radish variety! This variety grows quickly and is soon 1.5″ in diameter with crisp firm-white... Continue reading
White Vienna kohlrabi is very popular and matures earlier than Purple Vienna by 5 to 10 days. This variety produces pale-green smooth flattened globe-shaped bulbs... Continue reading
Marketmore 76 holds its excellent flavor and color even in the hot summer sun! This is a very productive and widely adapted slicing cucumber variety... Continue reading
Popular and widely adapted, Tall Utah Celery plants grow to 30″ tall and produce long smooth stalks with a crisp, tender texture. This variety has... Continue reading
An Italian specialty vegetable used in salads and light cooking, Early Fall Rapini produces good yields of broccoli raab with zesty, mustard-like flavor! This early... Continue reading
Waltham is a great cool-climate Broccoli variety that produces nice medium-sized heads and a fine crop of side shoots! Plants are non-uniform in maturity, resulting... Continue reading
Snowball Y Improved is a self-blanching cauliflower strain that needs no tying! The smooth white heads with smooth curds reach 7″ in diameter. They can... Continue reading
Pak Choi is a Chinese vegetable variety that is grown for a multitude of uses. It can be used at many different stages for additions... Continue reading
Heads of Golden Acre cabbage are firm, round, and medium green with white centers. This is a fast-growing Cabbage variety that produces heads that average... Continue reading
Waltham Butternut is the most popular butternut – it has a more uniform shape and size with fewer crooknecks, as well as better interior texture... Continue reading
With smooth, light orange rinds and flat bottoms, these big pumpkins are perfect for carving or baking. These are a nice sized pumpkin at 15″... Continue reading
This heirloom beet is one of the most popular beets out there! The round, smooth roots are about 3″ in diameter and keep well for... Continue reading
Black Beauty is a popular heirloom variety of eggplant with big yields! The bushy spreading plants grow up to 30″ tall and hold their purplish-black... Continue reading
This popular and very productive home garden and shipping squash variety matures in about 55 days. Black beauty grows on semi-upright plants. The glossy black-green... Continue reading
Coming from Russia, this variety of kale thrives in cold weather, but also does well in warmer climates. The ruffled green and purple leaves burst... Continue reading
Bloomsdale Longstanding is a spinach that may very well become your favorite! The large leaves of this variety are thick, dark green, and have a... Continue reading
Buttercrunch is an improved Bibb type lettuce with larger heads that have better bolt resistance. Tender, crispy, and tasty! The rosette heads average 4.5″ in... Continue reading
Oakleaf lettuce produces nice, tight rosettes of green, deeply lobed greens that resemble oak leaves. It is tender and crisp, and has very good resistance... Continue reading
An old heirloom lettuce variety, Cimmaron produces loose, leafy heads of gorgeous red lettuce. The conical heads grow 12″ tall and are full of superb... Continue reading
This easy-to-grow heirloom is perfect in salads and sandwiches. It has slightly crumpled, thick glossy leaves that form large, crisp heads. It possesses excellent flavor... Continue reading
Parris Island Cos is crisp, flavorful, and has the highest nutritional value of our lettuce varieties! Upright plants form 10″ neatly folded heads of lettuce... Continue reading
Dark green, shiny leaves with red veins and bright crimson stalks make this a great vegetable that is both decorative and edible! The plants grow... Continue reading
Also known as Lamb’s Lettuce, this cold tolerant plant is among the softest and most tender of all greens. The mild nutty flavor of it’s... Continue reading
These slightly peppery salad greens have been known and loved in Asia for centuries, and are particularly popular in Japanese cuisine. The name Mizuna is... Continue reading
This slow-bolting garden Cress produces plants with dark-green finely cut, curled leaves. Sprouting these seeds takes about 10 days, and the sprouts will add zesty,... Continue reading
Endive, a member of the chicory family, most likely originated in Egypt or the Mediterranean region. Pliny the Elder praised its medicinal properties, stating that... Continue reading
Developed by Italians in the 1950s, this “radicchio” boasts striking ruby leaves that form a solid round head. Add this to a green salad or... Continue reading
Southern Giant Curled has a mild flavor when grown in cool weather, and makes a great addition to your vegetable garden and your salad. It... Continue reading
Plant this Arugula variety in your herb garden and use its greens to add spicy flavor to your salads, sandwiches, and other recipes! Young leaves... Continue reading
Pepperoncini peppers originate in Italy and Greece, though their popularity has spread throughout the world. They are very popular in the United States, where they... Continue reading
Hungarian Sweet Wax peppers grow on vigorous, high yielding plants that reach 24″ in height. The peppers are long, sweet, and yellow in color, maturing... Continue reading
The Hungarian Wax is a bright yellow, medium-hot pepper that averages 5″ in length and turns red when mature. The compact plants grow up to... Continue reading
The Golden California Wonder popular sweet pepper changes color from green to yellow to orange as it matures. The flesh is thick and of fine... Continue reading
The California Wonder pepper is a very popular vegetable for the home garden because it has a mild, sweet flavor! It grows glossy, deep-green bells... Continue reading
Peppers grown from our Cubanelle pepper seeds are sweet and mild. From four to six inches long, the color changes from green to red when... Continue reading
While known as Ancho in its dried form, this pepper is also known as Poblano in its fresh form. An only moderately hot pepper, it... Continue reading
The Big Jim pepper is a New Mexico chile pepper cultivar of the species Capsicum annuum with a mild Scoville rating. This cultivar is extensively... Continue reading
These hot cherry peppers are produced in large quantities by this uncommon variety. Very popular in Italy. The peppers are about 1.5″ across and green... Continue reading
Serrano is a hot pepper that is shaped something like a Jalapeno but is smaller, measuring just 1.5″ long. This pepper is a favorite in... Continue reading
The Cayenne Long Red Thin pepper produces very hot, thin-walled, curled, twisted, pointed fruits that reach 6″ in length. The peppers are dark green when... Continue reading
The Habenero is the hottest open-pollinated pepper available – about 40X hotter than the Jalapeno! The peppers are about 1″ x 2″ and green in... Continue reading
The Jalapeno produces sausage-shaped peppers that average 3.5″ x 1.5″ and are very popular in Mexican and American cuisine. The upright plants grow up to... Continue reading
The Anaheim Chile Pepper is a classic, open-pollinated pepper variety that matures in about 80 days. The vigorous bushy upright plants provide good cover. The... Continue reading
Lemon Balm has a strong lemon scent and is a popular ingredient of herbal teas and potpourris. The fresh leaves give a sweet lemon flavor... Continue reading
Mountain Mint is a native member of the mint family grows in the valleys as well as in the mountains. It is such a desirable... Continue reading
Oregano seeds grow wild on the sunny hillsides of the Mediterranean, and are often featured in the cuisine of that region. The Latin word for... Continue reading
Rosemary is an aromatic evergreen shrub with upright branches and tough needle-like leaves. The leaves taste something like minty pine and can be used fresh... Continue reading
Great fresh or dried, Thyme is an indispensable kitchen herb. The whole plant of Thyme is used to flavor a wide variety of dishes. It... Continue reading
Catnip is a vigorous mint that is loved by cats. It can be brewed into a tea that has some health benefits. Grayish green leaves... Continue reading
Add beauty and fragrance to your herb garden with this variety of English Lavender. Lavender is very popular and can be dried for use in... Continue reading
Sage is a popular shrubby perennial with broad silvery leaves and tiny lavender flowers. The leaves have a tempting aroma and savory flavor and were... Continue reading
This perennial is usually grown as an annual and has a lovely sweet aroma and a mild oregano flavor. The small grey-green leaves should be... Continue reading
This most widely grown Dill cultivar is a worthwhile addition to your herb garden. The leaves can be used to flavor various foods, especially those... Continue reading
Here is a high yielding, bolt-resistant member of the Dill family with a pungent flavor! This herb is very popular, and it is used in... Continue reading
The feathery foliage of Florence Fennel is used to flavor salads, fish, sauces, and other ethnic foods. The celery-like bulbous stalk base can also be... Continue reading
The feathery parsley-like leaves of Winter Chervil have a mild, sweet, anise-like flavor and are popular in cooking, salads, and as a delicate garnish. The... Continue reading
Garlic Chive seeds produce white flowers that are attractive in your herb garden! The thin flat leaves have a sweet garlic flavor and can be... Continue reading
The aromatic pale green leaves of tarragon are best used fresh, as they lose their flavor when dried. Use them to flavor chicken, fish, or... Continue reading
Italian Giant has a strong parsley flavor that is more pungent than the curled types! These heirloom plants grow several feet tall and are perfect... Continue reading
This popular Basil variety has the largest leaves of any of the Basil varieties. Its sweet, spicy flavor has many kitchen uses such as: cooked,... Continue reading
The peppery flavored leaves of Summer Savory are used either fresh or dried to flavor meat, bean, and egg dishes, as well as salads. An... Continue reading