The thin light green rind turns a golden yellow at maturity. Rich red flesh is sweet and crisp. Plants are compact and can be grown in small gardens and large containers. The unique mixture of gold rinds and red flesh makes this a very attractive seven to 8 inch melon. Certified Organic
The Big Beef Tomato is an All American Selection winner beefsteak tomato variety that has been a farm favorite for a reason! This tomato variety produces delicious 12 ounce, deep oblate to globe shaped red fruits. This high yielding, high quality tomato is crack and highly disease resistant.
The Amiga Beit Alpha is a great cucumber for markets as it is a good greenhouse cucumber variety! This variety is a refreshing cucumber that has a very sweet taste. When harvested small, the Amiga Beit Alpha can be eaten with skin as it is very delicate. This cucumber variety is very popular variety in different Mediterranean dishes and now becoming popular with Americans because of the fruits fine flavor and high yields. The Amiga Beit Alpha cucumbers are also burpless and have great shelf life.
Wooly Kate tomato seeds produce a unique and eye-catching heirloom variety known for its striking, fuzzy leaves and unusual fruit. These tomatoes are medium-sized, with a smooth, vibrant red color and a rich, tangy flavor that balances sweetness with a hint of acidity. The plants are notable for their soft, woolly foliage, which is a characteristic feature of this variety, adding to its charm and visual appeal in the garden. Wooly Kate tomatoes are great for slicing, making sauces, or adding to salads, offering both excellent taste and a fun, distinctive look. They are reliable producers, thriving in a variety of climates and yielding a generous harvest throughout the growing season.
Korean red garlic, also known as Hongdangmu, is a sought-after variety prized for its robust flavor and vibrant reddish hue. Cultivating Korean red garlic begins with selecting high-quality bulbs for planting, typically in the fall. Like other garlic varieties, it thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Planting cloves should be spaced several inches apart and planted with the pointed end facing upwards, ensuring proper development. Throughout the growing season, Korean red garlic requires regular watering and weed control to promote healthy growth. As the garlic plants mature, they produce tall, sturdy stalks with small bulbils, which can be harvested for culinary use. Underground, the bulbs develop their characteristic flavor, with the red hue intensifying as they mature. Harvesting usually occurs in late spring or early summer when the leaves begin to turn yellow and dry. Once harvested, Korean red garlic can be cured in a warm, dry place to enhance its flavor and storage qualities. Whether grown in home gardens or on a larger scale, cultivating Korean red garlic offers a rewarding experience, providing a flavorful and versatile ingredient for a wide range of culinary delights.
Ivan is a hardneck, porcelain type garlic that produces 4-6 large cloves per bulb. A robust and hardy garlic that grows well in Canada and Nothern States. A great garlic for home growers or market sellers. Known to be a Hot-flavored garlic when raw and when cooked and roasted develops a sweet flavor.
Hollow Crown Parsnip is an old heirloom with the best crisp, parsnip taste of all! This variety produces a 12-14" tapering root that is 2-3" wide. Hollow Crown is a valuable winter food source that is best if eaten after the first frost as this causes them to produce more sugar.
The Detroit Dark Red is the standard all-purpose heirloom beet! This is by far the most popular beet for home gardens. Detroit Dark Red has blood red flesh that is very sweet and tasty. Beets are perfectly round with no rings or streaks. Has 13-16" greens that are wonderful mixed into salads. Very prolific and good keeper. This heirloom was first introduced in 1892 by Mr. Reeves of Ontario, Canada.
Parsley peas are a unique and flavorful variety of snap peas, known for their distinctive, richly aromatic foliage and vibrant, tender pods. Unlike traditional pea varieties, parsley peas feature a subtle parsley-like flavor in addition to the sweet, crisp taste of the peas themselves. This variety is characterized by its elegant, finely cut leaves that resemble parsley, adding both visual appeal and an aromatic twist to the garden. The plants produce straight, green pods that typically reach 2 to 3 inches in length, ideal for snacking, salads, or stir-fries. Parsley peas are appreciated for their vigorous growth and high yield, coupled with their ability to thrive in cooler weather conditions. They are generally low-maintenance and require minimal staking, making them well-suited for both garden beds and containers. Their distinctive taste and attractive foliage make parsley peas a charming and flavorful addition to any vegetable garden.
Sugar Ann is a 1984 All America Selections winner! This snap pea variety has an edible pod that offers earliness, productivity, and a compact growth habit. The crisp, sweet succulent 3 inch pods are ready to eat in just 10 to 14 days ahead of the original Sugar Snap, and remain in prime eating condition for days.
The Pimento Pepper is a great snacking pepper that goes excellent with cheese, specifically Pimento cheese! The Pimento, aka Sheepnose, is a beautiful sweet pepper that ripens from green to red. This variety is a round, oblate, and gorgeously ribbed pepper. The Pimento is great for long time storage and has an excellent crispy flesh with a delicious zesty flavor. Originated in Ohio, the Pimento is a vigorous producer in northern climates.
The Jack Be Little is a small pumpkin that is popular in many floral arrangements! This new miniature pumpkin is ideal for small Jack'O Lanterns and other decorations. These easy to grow plants bear several small pumpkins per plant. The Jack Be Little pumpkins are edible, but are more highly valued for their decorative value and will last for months if properly cured!
Kickoff XR is a high-performance corn seed designed to enhance early growth and overall yield potential. It features advanced genetics that provide excellent seedling vigor, making it well-suited for a variety of soil types and planting conditions. This seed is engineered to help crops establish strong root systems, improving resilience against environmental stresses like drought or inconsistent rainfall. With Kickoff XR, farmers can expect better early-season growth, more uniform emergence, and the potential for higher overall yields at harvest, making it a valuable choice for maximizing productivity in diverse agricultural settings.
The great northern bean is an heirloom bean variety that is perfect for drying and using in different baked dishes. Semi-vining, 24 inch plants yield a prolific quantity of flat, 5 inch pods holding 5 to 6, large white beans.
The California Blackeye #46 is similar to California Blackeye #5, but with smaller seeds. Bred by the UCLA and released in 1987. California Blackeye #46 plants are more erect than California Blackeye #5. The seeds are a typical blackeye type of Southern peas with cream-colored seed coats and black pigments around the eyes. Â Heavy yielder. If using for Nitrogen fixation we highly recommend using a cowpea inoculant. Try with cowpea inoculant for maximum Nitrogen fixation.
The Ruby Queen is an excellent canning and fresh eating beet! A perfectly round beet that has a smooth buttery texture that is more tender than any other beet. An early maturing beet, 52 days, that grows well in any soil type throughout the country. Ruby Queen can be grown close because they hold their shape well. They can also be grown larger than most beets and still hold good flavor making it a great market beet. An All American Selection winner!
Frisee endive seeds yield a distinctive and attractive leafy green known for its curly, fringed leaves and crisp texture. Frisee, also referred to as chicory or frisée, features a unique appearance with its lacy, yellow-green foliage that adds both visual appeal and a touch of bitterness to salads. The plant forms a loose rosette of leaves that are slightly ruffled and have a crisp bite, making it a popular choice for adding texture and a complex flavor profile to dishes. Frisee endive is valued for its versatility in the kitchen, offering a zesty contrast to sweeter vegetables and fruits. It grows well in cooler weather and is relatively easy to cultivate, thriving in well-drained soil with consistent moisture. This leafy green is also known for its health benefits, being rich in vitamins and minerals while adding a gourmet touch to salads and garnishes.
The Big Boy Purplehull is a high yielding, popular Southern cowpea that is great for home gardens. Big Boy Purplehull is a long podded variety with 13-16 peas per pod that are light tan in color and oblong shape. This is a good garden variety and is very prolific. If you are using for Nitrogen fixation we highly recommend using a cowpea inoculant. Try with cowpea inoculant for maximum Nitrogen fixation.