The Rutgers Tomato produces an intense, red colored, round fruit that is a proven variety that excels at canning and slicing. This highly productive, open pollinated heirloom tomato is one of the earlier maturing tomato varieties and has been around since 1934. Rutgers grows on a strong vine and can weigh anywhere from 6-12 ounces. The first maturing tomatoes tend to be smaller while later maturing tomatoes are larger. This tomato has a beautiful flesh inside with a good ratio of flesh to gel with a few seeds for each slice. This variety holds well when sliced making it great for sandwiches! The Rutgers tomatoes were originally developed by a Rutgers University scientist named Lyman G. Schermerhorn in co-operation with the Campbell's Soup Company. The tomato was developed by crossing Marglobe with a variety called JTD. As time went on, the Rutgers became the most famous tomato worldwide and once made up over 70% of the tomatoes being processed in the United States.
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.
The Early Alaska Pea is an old heirloom that, just like its name suggests, thrives in the colder climates. This variety does great in early spring or short season plantings. The vines are cold hardy and can grow to 30." This pea plant yields 3 1/2” pods filled with 6-7 delicious medium sized peas that are excellent for fresh eating or freezing for later use.
The Calypso cucumber plant produces very early, high yielding and uniform cucumbers. This variety is a dependable, heavy yielding cucumber. The Calypso produces firm, 1” diameter cucumbers that are excellent for pickling or eating fresh. This variety offers strong disease-resistance!
Schoon's Hardshell melon is a large heirloom favorite! This big melon can weigh 5-8 pounds. The slow to ripen thick gray-green skin has a highly flavored orange flesh. The flavor is very sweet and will maintain the taste and texture for long after being harvested. Certified Organic. Learn more about our organic seeds.
This is an excellent okra plant for tight spaces. French Quarter Pink does well in containers and smaller gardens. Produces attractive, compact plants that only reach 24-30 inches tall. Yields 3-5 pods at a time when harvested regularly. Harvest pods at 3-4" in size and use for grilling, stir-fry or jambalaya.
An early maturing Piel de Sapo melon. Has a medium to small size that mature to 3 lbs. This fruit has sweet and aromatic white flesh. A popular treat that is widely grown in Spain. Offers uniformity and good yields. AAS winner.
The Blondy Okra is a dwarf spineless variety that has ribbed creamy-lime green pods that are perfect for adding to soups or stews. This okra plant gets to be three feet tall and two feet wide, making it perfect for smaller gardens or containers. This okra is very productive and can be sown directly once the soil reaches to be 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Violet is a French heirloom with fine flavor! Beautiful purple buds that are lovely on the big, ornamental plants, especially when the buds open. Rare outside Europe.
The Lutz Green Leaf White Stem Beet is an attractive deep red variety with white stalks that is absolutely delicious when steamed or roasted. This beet is known for having huge glossy, deep green tops that are perfect for salads! This beet is a "winterkeeper" beet that has a long standing storage capability. The Lutz Green Leaf White Stem has 6 inches in diameter roots.
fast-maturing, compact cabbage that’s as rewarding to grow as it is to eat. Green Express forms tidy 5–6" heads weighing about 2–3 pounds, ready to harvest in roughly 50 days. The crisp, flavorful heads are perfectly sized for raised beds and containers, yet perform just as well in traditional garden rows. Ideal for gardeners who want quick results and manageable, kitchen-ready cabbages.
Mini Love watermelon seeds are a delightful choice for gardeners seeking to grow sweet, bite-sized watermelons. These compact melons typically reach around 5 to 7 pounds, making them perfect for small families or for enjoying as a refreshing snack. With their vibrant green rind and juicy, pink flesh, Mini Love watermelons are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, boasting a sweet and crisp texture that is sure to please. They thrive in warm climates and require full sun, making them suitable for backyard gardens, raised beds, or even containers on patios. With a growing season of approximately 75 to 80 days, these watermelons yield an impressive harvest, ensuring you have plenty to enjoy during the hot summer months. Whether sliced for a picnic, blended into smoothies, or served at gatherings, Mini Love watermelons are a fun and tasty addition to any garden. All American Winner selection.
The Roma is a popular heirloom elongated tomato preferred for cooking, canning and making a spectacular Italian paste. This variety has very thick flesh, low seed count and produces high yields of up to 200 fruits on each plant. The Roma VF also has great disease resistance to verticillium and fusarium wilt. These strong vigorous plants can be grown outdoors or in a greenhouse.
Grow your own bathroom sponge with this Luffa gourd! The fibrous internal structure of the Luffa can be used as a sponge for cleaning or as an exfoliator. This gourd is fun to grow and show your friends!
The Blue Lake FM-1K Pole is a stringless pole bean that is very tasty! Blue Lake beans are known for reliability, disease resistance, flavor and high yields. This is the pole version of the popular bush type that is widely planted for the canning industry. These bright green beans are straight and reach up to 7'. Perfect for those who are tired of bending over to pick beans, but still want the high yield of a bush bean.
These tiny ornamental pumpkins are great for market sellers but also has excellent edible qualities. Bumpkin F1 has a semi bush plant habit with excellent yield potential. Fruit are 2" x 3" and weight about 1/4 lb. with dark orange color and strong dark green handles. An excellent pumpkin for novelty sales.
UC157 F2 is one of the most popular asparagus varieties in the world! UC157 F2 prefers milder winters it can be grown successfully anywhere in the USA using mulch during cold winters. Early spears have uniform light green, tight and tapering heads. Excellent resistance to rust and root rot. UC157 asparagus has approximately 900 seeds per ounce.
Red Cónico corn is a striking heirloom variety from Mexico, known for its deep red kernels and distinctive conical shape. This traditional corn is prized for its rich, nutty flavor and excellent texture, making it ideal for grinding into masa for tortillas, tamales, or for use in savory dishes like soups and stews. The plant is hardy, thriving in a range of climates, particularly in high-altitude regions, and is often grown in smaller, family-owned farms where it has been cultivated for generations. Red "Rojo" Cónico corn’s deep cultural significance in Mexican cuisine, along with its vibrant color and versatility, make it a favorite for both home gardeners and farmers looking to preserve traditional varieties. Its open-pollinated nature also makes it a great choice for sustainable farming and seed saving.
