A summer squash popular in Southern states and Mexico. Tatume is a popular summer squash with round fruits with med-dark green to yellow fruits with faint stripes. Squash are best at 5-7" in diameter. Firm, fine flavor with very vigorous spreading vines. Give tatume plenty of room to spread and yields will be very high.
The Carbon Tomato won the “Best Tasting Tomato Award” at the Heirloom Garden Show in 2005 and continues to rate very high in many taste tests! This tomato is one of the darkest of the “black tomato” varieties, and 10-12 oz. in size with a flattened round shape. This purplish-brown, "black" colored tomato has a deep brick red flesh and has a deliciously rich, sweet flavor. The fruit is medium to large, with a slightly flattened shape and a smooth, glossy skin. Carbon tomatoes are celebrated for their robust flavor profile, which blends sweet, tangy, and smoky notes, making them a versatile choice for fresh salads, sauces, and salsas. The plants are indeterminate, meaning they continue to grow and produce fruit throughout the growing season, typically reaching heights of 5 to 7 feet. They exhibit a vigorous growth habit and produce a steady yield of tomatoes from mid-summer to fall. Harvesting is usually done when the tomatoes have fully ripened and developed their deep color. With their rich flavor, striking color, and reliable productivity, Carbon tomatoes are a favorite among gardeners and culinary aficionados alike.
The Orange Habanero Pepper is among the hottest peppers available! This Habanero variety speaks for itself as it is one of the most well known peppers for its hotness. The Orange Habanera will mature from a silvery green to a bright orange color.
Sugar beets are the perfect natural choice to make sugar! You can boil the sugar beets in order to make a sugary syrup. These beets can grow up to 1 foot long and can weigh from 3-5 pounds. That means you need to thin them to make sure they have enough room to grow. Tops can grow 1-2' tall. Beet tops can be eaten, lightly grazed or fed to animals.
Red impact pepper seeds are a popular choice among gardeners and chefs alike, prized for their vibrant color and robust flavor. These seeds produce peppers that range from sweet to mildly spicy, making them versatile for various culinary uses. Known for their high yield and disease resistance, red impact peppers thrive in warm climates and can be grown in gardens or containers. When harvested, these peppers not only add a pop of color to dishes but also provide essential vitamins and antioxidants, enhancing both nutrition and visual appeal. Whether used fresh in salads, roasted, or dried into spices, red impact pepper seeds are a fantastic addition to any garden or kitchen. All American Selection winner.
Black Amber is a broom corn used for decoration and bird seed. An heirloom sorghum also known as Texas Black Amber Molasses. Stalks were used for forage, silage and sorghum syrup, due to a high sugar content and were used to replace sugar cane. Seed heads are similar to corn tassels but, consist of shiny black hulls encasing amber colored seeds.
The Italian Ice is a small white to cream-yellow tomato variety with a sugary sweet flavor that is bursting with flavor! This variety produces high yields of up to 1" sized fruits that ripen from green to white to cream-yellow color. The tomatoes are edible once they turn their famous yellow white. The ripened tomatoes are incredibly sweet, which makes this variety a double threat! This tomato plant is a heavy producer that will grow and produce tomatoes up until the first frost. This variety should be staked well as it will grow large and vine off! The Italian Ice will be one of the first tomato varieties to ripen in the garden.
Purple Passion is a fun and colorful asparagus to grow. This dark purple asparagus roots are a perennial that can be planted just once and the succulent spears can be enjoyed for years. A very nutritious and delicious vegetable to have in your garden.
Rosella tomatoes are a charming heirloom variety celebrated for their striking appearance and exceptional flavor. Originating from the United States, this variety has gained recognition for its unique color and versatile culinary uses. The Rosella tomato features a distinctive, deep red to purplish hue with a slightly ribbed texture. Its medium-sized, round fruits are known for their rich, sweet flavor with a subtle tang, making them ideal for fresh salads, sauces, and salsas. The plants are indeterminate, meaning they continue to produce fruit throughout the growing season, reaching heights of 5 to 7 feet. They exhibit a robust and vigorous growth habit, often requiring support such as staking or cages to manage the weight of the fruit. Rosella tomatoes are typically harvested in late summer to early fall when they have reached full ripeness and have developed their deep, rich color. With their vibrant appearance, delightful taste, and productive nature, Rosella tomatoes remain a favorite among gardeners and cooks seeking a high-quality, flavorful tomato variety.
Chioggia beets, also known as Candy Cane or Bull's Eye beets, are a unique and visually striking variety of beets that originated in Italy. Their history dates back to the early 19th century when they were first cultivated in the coastal town of Chioggia, near Venice. These beets are renowned for their vibrant and eye-catching appearance, characterized by concentric rings of alternating red and white colors, reminiscent of a candy cane. This distinct coloration makes them a popular choice among gardeners and chefs for their ornamental and culinary appeal. In terms of taste, Chioggia beets offer a mild and slightly sweet flavor, making them a versatile ingredient in various dishes. They can be enjoyed raw in salads, pickled, roasted, or boiled, and their taste becomes sweeter when cooked. Typically, Chioggia beets are round to slightly flattened in shape, with a diameter of 2 to 3 inches. They are known for their relatively quick maturity, taking around 50 to 60 days to reach full size. Their unique coloration is retained even after cooking, making them a visually stunning addition to any meal. When it comes to growing Chioggia beets, they thrive in well-drained soil with a neutral pH and require full sun for optimal growth. Proper spacing is essential to allow room for their roots to develop, typically requiring 3 to 4 inches between each plant and rows spaced about 12 to 18 inches apart. Chioggia beets are relatively disease-resistant, with a natural ability to withstand some common beet diseases, but it's still essential to monitor them for any signs of issues. With proper care, Chioggia beets can yield a bountiful crop, and their unique appearance and delightful taste make them a favorite among gardeners and culinary enthusiasts alike.
The large, red stalks of the Giant Red celery have a wonder flavor, some prefer it over green stalks! The Giant Red celery is a hidden gem. This variety is by far the best tasting celery you can grow! The yellow-pink hearts of the Giant Red are great in salads or soup and it grows great throughout the United States.
Barracuda carrot is a modern hybrid variety bred for high yields, uniformity, and excellent flavor, making it a favorite among commercial growers and home gardeners alike. It produces slender, deep orange roots with a smooth texture, reaching 7–9 inches in length, and is known for its crisp, sweet taste with minimal core. Ideal for spring and fall planting, Barracuda carrots thrive in loose, well-drained soil and full sun, with consistent moisture to prevent splitting. Sow seeds directly into the garden and thin seedlings to allow room for proper root development. Requiring about 75–80 days to mature, these carrots are excellent for fresh eating, juicing, cooking, and long-term storage thanks to their durability and sweetness.
Skytree broccoli, also known as "broccolini," is a delightful hybrid vegetable that combines the tender florets of broccoli with the delicate stalks of Chinese kale. With its vibrant green color and mild, slightly sweet flavor, skytree broccoli has become a favorite among health enthusiasts and chefs alike. This nutritious vegetable is packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants, making it a fantastic addition to a balanced diet. Its versatile nature allows it to be sautéed, steamed, grilled, or added to stir-fries, lending a crunchy texture and a pop of color to any dish. Whether enjoyed as a side or incorporated into a main course, skytree broccoli is sure to elevate any meal with its unique taste and impressive health benefits. All American Selection winner.
Bush Champion II is an improvement from earlier varieties with big, meaty, extra-early maturing fruit is produced on compact, 24" plants. More productive and widely adapted. Can be grown staked, but not essential. Determinate.
The Sumter Cucumber is a favorite amongst many home gardeners and market growers for being a great slicer and pickling cucumber. This cucumber variety is a blocky medium-green fruit with white spines. The Sumter is well adapted for many different climates. This organic favorite is disease resistant.
Seaside produces very uniform and great tasting baby leaf spinach. Stays baby size for extended period of time extending the season. Seaside has a nice, smooth, thick, very dark green, spade-shaped leaf making it a perfect choice for baby leaf growers. Seaside has great downy mildew resistance.
Aspabroc broccoli seeds grow into a unique hybrid vegetable developed in the early 1990s by crossing standard broccoli with a Chinese kale-gai lan variety, resulting in what’s often called “broccolini.” This plant produces slender, tender stems topped with small, loose florets that resemble asparagus in shape, hence the name. Aspabroc is prized for its sweet, mild flavor with subtle peppery notes, making it delicious whether steamed, sautéed, stir-fried, or grilled. It thrives in cool-season conditions, preferring full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, with harvests ready in about 50–60 days after transplanting. Known for its extended harvest period, plants continue producing side shoots after the main head is cut, giving gardeners a steady supply. Its unique history, high nutritional value, and gourmet quality make Aspabroc a popular choice for home growers and chefs alike.
Tall Utah celery, developed in the early 20th century in Utah, is renowned for its tall, sturdy stalks and exceptional flavor. This variety features vibrant green, crisp stalks that can reach heights of 18-36 inches, making it a standout in gardens. The taste is mild and slightly sweet, perfect for fresh eating or cooking in a variety of dishes. Harvesting typically occurs 85-100 days after planting, when the stalks are firm and well-developed; gardeners can choose to cut the entire plant or selectively harvest individual stalks as needed. Tall Utah celery thrives in cool climates and requires consistent moisture, making it a favorite for both home growers and commercial producers.
