Hickory King Yellow corn is a traditional heirloom variety renowned for its large, yellow kernels and excellent versatility in the kitchen. Originally from the Appalachian region, this corn is prized for its rich, starchy texture and high yield. It’s commonly used for making cornmeal, grits, and flour, as well as for hominy, and its large kernels make it perfect for grinding into fine or coarse products. Hickory King Yellow corn is also known for its tall, sturdy plants that are adaptable to a range of soil types and growing conditions, making it resilient in both cooler and warmer climates. As an open-pollinated variety, it is well-suited for sustainable farming and seed-saving, allowing farmers and gardeners to preserve this piece of agricultural heritage. With its adaptability, high yield, and diverse culinary applications, Hickory King Yellow corn remains a popular choice for those seeking a reliable, flavorful heirloom crop.
Golden Cayenne peppers are a variety of Capsicum annuum, the species to which bell peppers and chili peppers belong. As the name suggests, these peppers are a vibrant golden-yellow color when ripe, adding a splash of brightness to any garden or culinary dish. They are essentially a yellow version of the well-known and widely used Cayenne pepper.
The Royal Oakleaf is a long standing oak leaf lettuce that has good heat resistance. This variety develops beautiful rosettes of deeply lobed sea green leaves. Royal Oakleaf is an improved version of the standard oak leaf lettuce. The Royal Oakleaf has excellent flavor, crispness and tenderness that is one that cannot be beat!
The Copia Tomato is a yellow and red striped beefsteak variety that is a cross between the Green Zebra and Marvel Striped. This sweet and juicy tomato is perfect for slicing and adding to salads and sandwiches for a sweet and tangy kick! This beefsteak can weigh 10-12 ounces each.
Imperial Star is an Asian type spinach that is early maturing. This is a smooth-type spinach with medium sized green leaves. Grows upright on sturdy stalks. Perfect for cooler climates but also low bolt tolerance. Also has a high tolerance for downy mildew.
Candy Crush kale is a distinctive and visually appealing variety of kale known for its vibrant, multi-colored leaves and striking appearance. This variety is celebrated for its attractive, frilly foliage that transitions through shades of purple, pink, and green, reminiscent of a candy-colored kaleidoscope. Developed as part of a broader effort to enhance the visual appeal and flavor profiles of leafy greens, Candy Crush kale combines ornamental beauty with nutritional benefits. To grow Candy Crush kale, start by sowing seeds directly into well-drained, fertile soil, ideally with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It thrives in cooler weather, so plant seeds in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Space plants about 12-18 inches apart to ensure adequate airflow and prevent disease. Regular watering and occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer will support vigorous growth. With its colorful, curly leaves and robust flavor, Candy Crush kale adds both a nutritional boost and an aesthetic touch to any garden or dish.
The Prizehead Lettuce produces luscious slow bolting heads of loose, large green leaves with curled maroon tips. This variety is a popular lettuce for both home gardens and markets. Prizehead is truly a prize for its flavor being great in salads and sandwiches.
The Pike melon is a very sweet melon variety that was bred in the 1930s. The sweet fragrant fruit is heavily netted on the outside with a juicy orange flesh. These melons can weigh 3-6 pounds depending on growing conditions.
The Indigo Clackamas Blueberry Tomato has an amazing juicy, sweet flavor and resembles a large blueberry! This salad-size tomato has a dark red to dark blue flesh, making it a perfect pop of color to any summer salad! The Indigo Clackamas Blueberry is very productive, making it the perfect variety to add to any home garden.
The Oakleaf Lettuce gets its name for having very tender leaves that resemble the white oak leaf. This variety is an old time favorite that tastes great in mixed salads. The Oakleaf is perfect for planting late in the season. This lettuce will stay tasty and non-bitter well into the heat of summer!
Olympic Express is an early maturity melon that is good for mid season growing. This variety has great taste, excellent firmness and very good interior color.
The Waldmans Green Lettuce is the standard green leaf lettuce that is most widely grown for commercial. This variety is a highly productive lettuce that produces large, dark green leaves with slightly savoyed, wavy texture form loose, open heads.
The Sparkler Radish is a bright scarlet colored radish with a sweet, juicy flesh and snappy flavor. This variety's scarlet skin fades to white on lower 1/3 of its round, to round oval bulb. This radish's medium tops are perfect for both home and market gardens. Sparkler can grow up to 1.5" diameter.
The White Vienna Kohlrabi is an early variety that grows to 12" inches high. The pale green, flattened, globe shaped bulbs are smooth and tender and form above the ground. The uniquely flavored white flesh of this Kohlrabi is tastes the best when bulbs are 3" in diameter. Sow in the spring to enjoy a successful harvest over a longer period of time.
This pak choi's tender leaves and crisp sweet stalks are a tasty addition to recipes or eaten raw. Swap stalks for celery sticks, add to soups and stews, or grill on the barbecue. Plant every couple of weeks for successive harvests in spring and fall; Bopak retains it’s nice flavor even in warmer weather.
Flame Star offers a creamy orange cauliflower with improved heat tolerance. This variety grows well in both spring and fall. Produces medium size plants that are a bit lighter orange than Cheddar F1. Does exhibit much better tolerance to heat and stress.
The Green Salad Bowl is a decorative rosette type of lettuce with closely set crispy leaves. This looseleaf lettuce's crumpled leaves hold water very well, making it a popular variety!
The Red Verona Radicchio chicory produces mini, red, cabbage-like heads! This variety is a great addition to any garden and can be harvested in the fall. The Red Verona Radicchio's leaves are tangy and sharp, so they should be used sparingly in green salads. They taste excellent steamed or grilled with meats.
