Cinnabar Mountain bean seeds produce striking, ornamental pole beans known for their vivid scarlet flowers and long, slender pods. This variety is not only visually appealing but also productive, climbing vigorously and yielding beans that can be eaten young as snap beans or left to mature for dry beans. Named after the cinnabar-red hues of its blooms, it attracts pollinators like hummingbirds and bees, making it a beautiful and beneficial addition to gardens. The plants thrive in warm weather with full sun and well-drained soil, and they require sturdy trellising due to their vigorous vining habit. Cinnabar Mountain beans combine aesthetic charm with culinary value, making them a favorite for both ornamental and edible landscapes.
Sugar Lace peas are a unique variety of edible-podded peas known for their attractive, semi-leafless vines with tendrils that help them cling and climb, reducing the need for support. These peas produce sweet, crisp pods that are stringless and ideal for fresh eating, stir-frying, or steaming. Unlike traditional shelling peas, Sugar Lace peas are enjoyed whole, pod and all, making them a convenient and nutritious garden snack. They are a late-season type with high yields and excellent disease resistance, thriving best in cool weather and well-drained soil. Their compact growth habit also makes them suitable for small gardens or container planting.
Quicksilver Mountain bean seeds grow into a vigorous pole bean variety prized for its elegant, silver-speckled dry beans and reliable performance in the garden. The tall, climbing vines produce long, slender green pods that can be harvested young as tender snap beans or left to mature into striking dry beans with a smooth, pale base marked by silvery patterns. Known for their creamy texture and rich, nutty flavor when cooked, Quicksilver Mountain beans are ideal for hearty dishes like soups, stews, and casseroles. This variety thrives in full sun with support from a trellis or pole structure and is favored by gardeners for both its visual appeal and culinary quality.
Candle Fire okra seeds produce a striking heirloom-style okra grown for its vivid red pods and strong garden performance, combining ornamental appeal with excellent culinary quality. Candle Fire is believed to descend from traditional African and Southern U.S. okra lines valued for color and heat tolerance. The plants grow upright and vigorous, reaching 4–6 feet tall, with green foliage accented by red veins and stems, and produce slender, deep red pods that turn green when cooked while remaining tender at harvest size. Candle Fire okra thrives in hot weather and full sun, preferring fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Sow seeds directly after soil has thoroughly warmed, soak seeds before planting to improve germination, and harvest pods young and frequently to encourage continuous production.
Yosemite onion seeds produce a dependable, open-pollinated storage onion developed for long-day growing regions and valued for its uniform bulbs and excellent keeping quality. Bred from traditional American storage onion lines, Yosemite was selected for adaptability, disease resistance, and consistent yields in cooler northern climates. This variety forms medium to large, round bulbs with golden-brown skins and firm white flesh that offers a balanced, mildly pungent onion flavor ideal for cooking and long-term storage. Yosemite onions thrive in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, requiring consistent moisture during early growth. Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before the last frost or direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring, keep beds weed-free, and harvest once tops fall and skins cure for optimal storage life.
Malbec Red carrot seeds produce a striking, modern carrot variety bred for its deep wine-red color and exceptional nutritional value, with roots rich in anthocyanins and a sweet, earthy flavor. Malbec Red draws inspiration from traditional purple carrots while offering improved uniformity, smoother skin, and reliable performance in home gardens. The tapered roots typically reach 8–10 inches long with vibrant red flesh that holds much of its color when cooked. For best results, sow seeds directly in loose, stone-free soil in early spring or late summer, as carrots transplant poorly. Grow Malbec Red carrots in full sun, keep soil consistently moist during germination, thin seedlings early for straight roots, and harvest when roots reach full size for the best flavor and color.
Burpee Hybrid II cucumber seeds produce a classic slicing cucumber as an improvement over earlier hybrids, valued for its reliability, productivity, and uniform fruit quality. This variety produces smooth, dark green fruits typically 7–9 inches long with crisp, mild flesh and very few seeds. The vigorous vines are disease tolerant and perform well in a wide range of climates, making them a dependable choice for home gardeners. For best results, sow seeds directly outdoors after all danger of frost has passed or start indoors and transplant carefully once soil is warm. Grow Burpee Hybrid II cucumbers in full sun with rich, well-drained soil, provide consistent watering, and harvest regularly to encourage continuous production and prevent bitterness.
Blush onion seeds produce a modern, open-pollinated specialty onion developed for its attractive color, mild flavor, and reliable garden performance. This short-day, fresh-use onion was bred from sweet onion lines to mature quickly and perform well in warm and intermediate growing regions. Blush onions form small to medium-sized, flattened-globe bulbs with soft pink to rosy blush skins and crisp white flesh that has a mild, slightly sweet taste ideal for fresh eating and salads. Best grown as a bunching or fresh bulb onion rather than for long storage, Blush onions prefer full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or direct sow in early spring, keep soil evenly moist, and harvest when bulbs reach desired size or when tops begin to fall.
Big Bertha pepper seeds produce a well-known, hybrid sweet bell pepper variety that quickly became popular with home gardeners for its reliability and impressive size. Big Bertha is a sweet bell pepper (Capsicum annuum) noted for its extra-large, blocky fruits that commonly reach 7 inches long and 4 inches wide, with thick, crisp walls and a mild, sweet flavor that matures from glossy green to bright red. Plants are vigorous and productive, typically growing 24–30 inches tall, and are valued for high yields and uniform fruit shape, making them excellent for fresh eating, stuffing, grilling, and freezing. For best results, start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, transplant after all danger of frost has passed, and grow in full sun with rich, well-drained soil; consistent watering, warm temperatures, and regular feeding will help support heavy fruit set and maximize fruit size.
Jimmy Nardello pepper seeds produce a classic Italian heirloom sweet pepper (Capsicum annuum) brought to the United States in 1887 by Giuseppe and Angela Nardello from the coastal region of southern Italy and later popularized by their son, Jimmy, in Naugatuck, Connecticut. This open-pollinated variety is known for its long, slender, deeply ridged fruits that typically reach 6–10 inches in length and ripen from green to a vibrant glossy red. Jimmy Nardello peppers are prized for their exceptionally sweet, rich flavor with no heat, thin skins, and tender flesh, making them ideal for frying, roasting, or eating fresh. Plants are productive and adaptable, usually growing 24–30 inches tall, and are valued by gardeners and chefs alike for their reliable yields and outstanding taste that intensifies when cooked.
Quickfire pepper seeds produce a hot, cayenne-type pepper (Capsicum annuum) developed for gardeners seeking fast maturity and reliable yields in shorter growing seasons. This modern, hybrid variety is known for its early production and vigorous plants that set heavy crops of slender, slightly curved fruits measuring about 4–6 inches long. Quickfire peppers ripen quickly from green to bright red and deliver a clean, medium-to-hot heat with classic cayenne flavor, making them well suited for fresh use, drying, and grinding into pepper flakes or powder. Plants are typically compact to medium-sized and valued for their uniform fruit set, adaptability, and ability to produce consistent harvests even in cooler or variable climates.
Mad Hatter pepper seeds produce a unique, sweet Capsicum baccatum variety known for its distinctive three-lobed, flying-saucer shape and crisp texture. Bred in the early 21st century by plant breeder Michael Mazourek at Cornell University, Mad Hatter was developed to showcase the fruity flavor and adaptability typical of baccatum peppers while remaining completely heat-free. The medium-sized fruits ripen from green to bright red and have a refreshing, lightly citrusy sweetness with a crunchy bite, making them excellent for fresh eating, salads, stuffing, and pickling. Plants are vigorous and high-yielding, often reaching 3–4 feet tall, and are valued for their ornamental appeal, disease tolerance, and reliable performance in a wide range of growing conditions. All American Selection winner.
PeppiGrande Red is the first and largest seedless sweet pepper ever bred! Peppigrande pepper seeds produce a sweet Italian frying–type pepper (Capsicum annuum) developed as a modern hybrid for high productivity and uniform quality. A seedless pepper Bred for commercial and home garden performance, Peppigrande is known for its vigorous plants that typically reach 24–30 inches tall and produce heavy yields of long, tapered fruits about 7–8 inches in length. The peppers mature in approximately 70–75 days, ripening from glossy green to deep red, and are prized for their thick walls, crisp texture, and rich, sweet flavor that intensifies when sautéed or roasted. With excellent disease resistance, dependable yields, and attractive fruit, Peppigrande is especially well suited for frying, fresh eating, and market gardens.
Pot-a-Peno pepper seeds produce a compact jalapeño-type hot pepper (Capsicum annuum) that was bred specifically for container and patio growing. Developed as a modern hybrid, Pot-a-Peno combines the classic jalapeño flavor and moderate heat with a dwarf, bushy growth habit that stays neatly contained while still producing heavy yields. The thick-walled, blunt-ended fruits are typically 3–4 inches long, ripening from deep green to red, and offer a balanced heat level that works well for fresh use, grilling, stuffing, and pickling. Plants are sturdy, highly ornamental, and very productive for their size, making Pot-a-Peno an excellent choice for small gardens, raised beds, and containers where space is limited.
The Soft White Wheat Sprout is flavorful and tastes great on salads and sandwiches. This variety is packed with beneficial nutrients, all you have to do is sprout them to unlock those those powerful health benefits. Time to Sprout: 3-4 Days Flavor: Soft and chewy grain. Creamy Nutrition: Vitamins B, C, & E, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Pantothenic Acid, & Phosphorous, Protein: 15%
The Bouquet Dill is a zesty microgreen with a tangy dill flavor! This microgreen is one of our favorite zesty flavors to add to salads and sanwiches. The Bouquet Dill Microgreen has a dull tangy dill flavor that is somewhat similar to carrots and cilantro. Days to Harvest: 15-30Â Days
Chef's Choice Green Tomatoes are a delightful and unique variety of tomatoes known for their vibrant green color and exceptional flavor. These tomatoes have a fascinating history rooted in the world of culinary innovation. Developed by renowned tomato breeder Brad Gates, the Chef's Choice series was created to provide chefs and home gardeners with a range of exceptional tomato varieties. The green version, Chef's Choice Green, stands out for its outstanding qualities. Chef's Choice Green Tomatoes typically grow to a medium to large size, with fruit that can reach diameters of 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 centimeters). They have a slightly flattened, beefsteak-like shape, which is ideal for slicing and adding to salads or sandwiches. The tomatoes are known for their rich, complex flavor, balancing a sweet and tangy taste with a hint of earthiness, making them a versatile choice for culinary creations. The plants that produce Chef's Choice Green Tomatoes are indeterminate, meaning they continue to grow and produce fruit throughout the growing season. They are known for their vigorous growth, often reaching heights of 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters) or more, depending on growing conditions. These plants thrive in warm climates with plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil. Adequate support and pruning may be necessary to manage their size and ensure healthy fruit production. Overall, Chef's Choice Green Tomatoes are a fantastic addition to any garden, offering a unique and delicious twist on traditional tomato varieties.
Feng Qing Choi cabbage is a slow bolting Mei Qing Choi type with good plant size and dark leaf color. This variety has excellent holding ability and uniformity.
