The Purple Glazer is an excellent purple striped garlic. This amazing variety hails from the Republic of Georgia. Purple Glazer produces fat white cloves with deep purple streaks. The Purple Glazer has a strong flavor with no heat and a very minimal aftertaste.
The German Extra Hardy garlic is a prolific producer of long rooted garlic that can store in the ground throughout winter. This variety has pale white skin with dark red cloves. The German Extra Hardy has a strong raw flavor and high sugar content, making it one of the very best for roasting. Hardneck, 4-7 cloves per bulb.
California Early is an excellent planting garlic variety that produces bulbs great for culinary use and is an early season garlic harvest! This variety is likely the most commonly grown variety in the U.S., and for good reason. It is a medium, easy to grow softneck, with a nice mild flavor and excellent storage ability. Cal-Early is one of our "work-horse" varieties we depend on, year after year, for fresh market and garlic braiding. The skins are a nice off-white with a purple blush and it produces 10-16 cloves per head.
The Rosalie Asparagus is a large, purple-colored variety that will actually turn pink after harvest if picked when it is white! This tender variety is 80% all male and is is mid-early with prolific yields. Rosalie has a nice flavor and is resistant to rust and stemphylium.
Horseradish is a powerful root that is lip curling with a sting! Horseradish's heat and biting flavor make it a quite popular ingredient in many dishes and amongst gardeners. The leaves on horseradish are also edible!
The Blush Butter Cos Lettuce is a very popular and tasty butterhead variety with beautiful pink blushing and cos qualities. This lettuce has a good, sweet flavor with dense, buttery sausaged leaves. This variety is most known for its easy to remove leaves without any tearing or bruising.
The White Icicle Radish is an heirloom white variety that has a warm, mild flavor. The shoulders where the radish protrudes above the ground should be green, although there is a variant with purple shoulders. This radish variety is excellent for the home garden or fresh market.
The Rudolph Radish is known for being a "cute" smaller variety that has a very deep red hue and a nice uniform globe shape. It is only 1.5 inches round! Rudolph might be tiny, but it is bursting with lots of flavor! These crisp, sweet radishes will give any salad or dish an extra kick.
Krandasger garlic is a lesser-known variety prized for its unique attributes in the culinary world. Originating from the Caucasus region, particularly Georgia, this hardneck garlic boasts bulbs that are typically medium to large in size, often with a slightly flattened shape. Its outer bulb wrappers tend to have a pale cream color, while the cloves inside are known for their medium heat and a subtle sweetness that develops when cooked. Krandasger garlic is favored for its mild yet distinct flavor, making it suitable for a wide range of dishes where a more delicate garlic taste is desired. Its cloves are easy to peel, which adds to its appeal in the kitchen, and it stores well under proper conditions, allowing chefs and home cooks alike to enjoy its flavors throughout the year. This garlic variety exemplifies the diverse and nuanced world of garlic cultivars, offering a delightful option for those seeking a balance of flavor and versatility in their culinary creations.
This husk cherry plant has compact productive growth that has good weather tolerance. Sweet, edible fruit hides inside a papery husk resembling a paper lantern. Harvest fruits when the papery husk turns light brown and splits open or falls to ground. Suitable for small space gardens. Excellent fresh or added to fruit salads or party trays, jams, jellies, sauces.
A yellow hybrid that has long been know for its fantastic flavor. 8" long ears with bright yellow kernels. Excellent husk protection and good cool-soil vigor. Brings disease resistance to the highest level of eating quality. Excellent for roadside markets.
Oaxacan Black beans (Frijol Negro de Oaxaca) are a beloved heirloom variety native to the southern regions of Mexico, particularly the state of Oaxaca, known for their deep black color and rich, earthy flavor. These beans are highly regarded for their creamy texture when cooked and their ability to hold their shape in a variety of dishes. Often used in traditional Oaxacan cuisine, they are a key ingredient in stews, soups, and as a filling for tamales and tacos. Oaxacan Black beans are not only cherished for their culinary versatility but also for their resilience in the field, as they thrive in the region’s dry, high-altitude conditions. With a history dating back centuries, these beans are an important part of the local food culture and are also prized by farmers for their drought tolerance and ability to enrich the soil. Growing Oaxacan Black beans from seed allows gardeners to connect with a piece of Mexican heritage while enjoying the rich flavor they bring to meals.
