Produces dark purple leaves. Excellent for garnishes and fresh eating. Best to harvest in cold weather to help enhance flavor and color.
Bloody Butcher corn is a striking heirloom variety known for its deep red kernels and bold, rustic flavor. This ancient American corn is traditionally grown for both its ornamental beauty and its culinary versatility. The vibrant red and purple kernels make it an eye-catching addition to any garden, while the corn itself is prized for its dense, starchy texture, which is perfect for grinding into cornmeal, flour, and grits. Bloody Butcher corn is also commonly used in hominy and for popping. Its tall, robust plants are well-suited for a variety of growing conditions, thriving in warm climates with well-drained soil. As an open-pollinated variety, Bloody Butcher is excellent for sustainable farming and seed-saving, ensuring its continued presence in both historical and modern agriculture. This heirloom variety not only adds color and flavor to the kitchen but also carries a rich history, making it a favorite for gardeners and farmers alike.
Cut flower Anemone series, Gemstone Scarlet, offers vibrant red blooms. This anemone boasts large 4-5" blooms on sturdy stems. Longer harvest window offers an advantage for home and market growers.
Lemon Meringue blend is composed of white, yellow and lime-green zinnia varieties. This mixture produces beautiful blooms of semi-double to double flowers on each stem. Zinnias are a perfect choice for any cut flower grower and even attract butterflies to your garden. Large, colorful blooms lend cheer and texture to bouquets and floral arrangements. Spread at 19 lbs per acre or 7 ounces per 1,000 sq.ft.
The Green express is a bright green mini cabbage with excellent flavor! This favorite is now available as organic. The early maturing cabbage has a mild flavor and crisp texture that can't be beat. The Green Express can be sown directly in Fall gardens or transplanted in Spring.
The Dwarf Mix Cornflower blooms a beautiful combination of blue, pink, red and white colored blooms that are sure to please! This cornflower makes for a beautiful display of different colored flowers that are very attractive when cut or dried. The Dwarf Mix variety is also a very drought tolerant flower. This variety is an annual but will "naturalize" yearly when the seed drops. It readily comes back the next year to produce another crop of blue flowers. In warm climates, plant the Dward Mix in summer to early fall for a winter bloom.
Cylindra beets, also known as "Formanova" or "Butter Slicer," are a unique variety of beetroot known for their elongated, cylindrical shape. These beets have a fascinating history, originally hailing from Europe, particularly Denmark, where they were developed in the early 20th century. Their distinctive shape was cultivated to make them easier to slice and can, a practical innovation that has made them popular among home gardeners and commercial growers alike. In terms of taste, cylindra beets are mild and sweet, with a slightly earthy flavor. They are known for their tender, non-fibrous texture, making them excellent candidates for pickling, roasting, or slicing thinly for salads. Their deep red-purple skin contrasts beautifully with the vibrant, dark red flesh inside, adding an attractive element to culinary dishes. Cylindra beets typically grow to be 6-8 inches in length and 2 inches in diameter. They are ready for harvest in approximately 55-65 days from planting, making them a relatively quick-growing beet variety. They thrive in well-drained, loamy soil with full sun exposure. When it comes to disease resistance, cylindra beets tend to be more resistant to common beet diseases like leaf spot and powdery mildew than some other beet varieties. Proper spacing is crucial, with about 2-3 inches between each plant and rows spaced 12-18 inches apart. With the right care and growing conditions, cylindra beets can yield a bountiful crop of these delicious and uniquely-shaped vegetables, making them a favorite among gardeners and chefs.
Bibb is a crisp, clean, and easy to grow butterhead lettuce that has light green leaves with the occasional red spots. The crispy heads often self blanch in the center. This lettuce variety is perfect for farmers markets and for the home gardener. This Bibb does well in the heat, yet still grows quickly in our cool weather. Lt. John B. Bibb served in the War of 1812, represented Logan County in the Kentucky House of Representatives and the state Senate from 1827 to 1834. Lt. Bibb was also an amateur horticulturist and developed the Bibb lettuce we know and love today. However, it wasn't offered commercially until 1935.
Benary's Giant Bright Pink zinnias are celebrated for their dazzling, vivid pink blooms and impressive growth characteristics. Originating from the Benary breeding program in Germany, this zinnia variety was introduced to provide a bold, eye-catching color with the resilience and robustness that zinnias are known for. The flowers are large and fully double, featuring a vibrant, bright pink hue that adds a lively splash of color to gardens and floral arrangements. Each bloom showcases densely packed, ruffled petals that give it a full, rounded appearance, enhancing its visual appeal. Benary's Giant Bright Pink zinnias typically reach heights of 24 to 36 inches and have a bushy, upright growth habit, making them well-suited for garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. They begin blooming in mid-summer and continue to produce their striking flowers until the first frost. These zinnias thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, showing excellent heat tolerance and resistance to common garden pests. With their vibrant pink color, substantial flower size, and long-lasting blooms, Benary's Giant Bright Pink zinnias are a stunning addition to any garden or floral display.
The Appleblossom Maverick Geranium is a hybrid that produces vigorous and beautiful white to light pink blooms with a big 5-6" flowerhead! The Mavericks is the best Geranium to grow from seed in 4-6" containers. It's is excellent for high density growing and takes 13 weeks to be ready from seed. The Appleblossom Maverick's garden performance is superior to other varieties, with well-branched plants that grow to be 16 to 18" tall.
This is a beautiful sweet pepper that has beautiful lines of color. A delicious sweet snacking type pepper. Produces an abundance of striped fruits that ripen green-and-white (50 days) to rich chocolate-red (70 days). Compact plants are great for smaller areas and containers.
Fragaria vesca var. semperflorens ‘Improved Rügen’ is a refined strain of the classic Alpine strawberry, originally developed in Europe and prized for its reliability and extended production season. Unlike typical woodland strawberries that fruit once, ‘Improved Rügen’ is everbearing, producing a steady crop of small, conical red berries from late spring through fall. The fruit is exceptionally fragrant and sweet, with an intense wild-strawberry flavor that is richer and more complex than commercial varieties. Plants stay compact and runner-less, forming neat clumps covered in white blooms and abundant berries, making them ideal for borders, containers, and gourmet gardens where taste and ornamental appeal matter. Other names include Alpine Strawberry, Fraise du Bois, Baron Solemacher Strain
The Red Russian Kale is a very tender, colorful specialty kale for salad mix and bunching. This variety is a special, refined strain. Its stems are purple and leaves are deep gray-green with purple veins. This flat, noncurled, and tooth-edged kale has a wonderful taste. Red Russian matures medium-tall and leaves are tender compared to other kales.
The Betty Tomato is an extraordinary tasting dark red juicy tomato that has a substantial beefsteak size. This variety has the characteristics of an heirloom tomato combined with the large yield of a hybrid. The delicious Betty is known for being good for early spring production.
The Galaxy of Stars Eggplant is a breathtaking purple and white variety with a delicious flavor that is out of this world! This plump eggplant variety's unique striations will remind you of a galaxy full of stars. This plant produces fruits that are 3-4 inches long and are topped with a green calyx.
Brightly colored gold raspberries! Fall Gold is as delicious as it is vibrant in color. This everbearing gold raspberry plant is very sweet, vigorous and hardy.
Yellow Jarvis corn seed is a traditional heirloom variety known for its vibrant yellow kernels and exceptional adaptability to diverse growing conditions. This variety originated in the early 1901 in NC by a farmer named James Monroe Jarvis. This variety is prized for its robust growth, drought tolerance, and high nutritional value. The corn produces medium-sized ears with deep yellow kernels that are often used for making grits. Yellow Jarvis corn is particularly valued for its rich, sweet flavor. Its resilience in challenging environments and its rich heritage make it a sought-after choice for sustainable and heritage-focused farming practices.
Little Gem lettuce is a small, compact variety that belongs to the Romaine family. Known for its tender, crisp leaves and sweet, mild flavor, it has become a favorite in both casual and fine dining. The heads are typically about the size of a fist, with tightly packed, bright green leaves that are both crunchy and delicate. Its flavor is a perfect balance between the slightly bitter taste of Romaine and the mild sweetness of Butterhead lettuce. Little Gem is often used in salads, sandwiches, or as a base for grilling, where its natural sweetness intensifies. Its small size also makes it an ideal choice for individual servings or garnishes. Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, it’s not only flavorful but also nutritious. Little Gem's heads are about 4 inches across and are prime eating from 4-6 inches tall. The plants can be spaced 6 1/2 by 6 1/2 inches for maximum yields. Growing Little Gem lettuce is relatively easy and well-suited to home gardeners, thriving in cool, temperate climates. This compact variety of lettuce prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter weather. It grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. To plant, sow seeds directly into the soil in early spring or late summer, spacing them about 6-8 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth. Little Gem lettuce thrives with regular watering, but it’s important to avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. As it matures, the small heads form tight, crisp rosettes. Harvesting can begin in around 30-45 days, typically when the heads are firm but still small. For continuous harvest, sow new seeds every couple of weeks. Little Gem lettuce is also ideal for container gardening due to its compact size, making it a great choice for small spaces or urban gardens.
