The Minnesota Midget is a great little melon for short growing seasons or container gardens! This variety produces an abundance of early ripening mini single serving melons that measure to be 4-6 inches across. This little melon has a deep orange flesh that is succulent, sweet, and delicious down to the rind! Minnesota Midget is the ultimate melon for short-season areas, and the compact plants are ideal for small space or container gardens!
Florida Broadleaf mustard is a classic Southern heirloom variety long valued for its fast growth, large yields, and reliable performance in warm climates. Originating in the southeastern United States, it produces broad, bright green, smooth-edged leaves that can grow 10–12 inches long, forming an upright, leafy plant about 18–24 inches tall. The leaves are tender yet substantial, with a bold, peppery flavor that mellows pleasantly when cooked. This mustard variety thrives in full sun and prefers rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It grows best in cool to mild temperatures, typically between 50–75°F, making it ideal for spring and fall gardens, though it can tolerate light frosts and brief periods of heat.
A versatile carrots with long storage life once harvested. A perfect carrot for homesteaders and farmer's markets. Neptune carrot seeds produce large, handsome, medium-orange roots grow 8-10" long, with outstanding flavor and crisp, crunchy texture.
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.
The Gabriella is a loose leaf lettuce variety that has beautiful deep wine colored leaves. This variety's purple leaves are frilly and sweet -- perfect for adding a pop of color to salads! The Gabriella's leaves are delicious from mesclun size to maturity. This variety is heat resistant and slow bolting.
Blue Vantage produces dense and large heads with short cores. A mid-season maturity that is ideal for fresh eating or coleslaw. Great resistance to Fusarium yellows race 1 resistant and tipburn tolerant.
This New York Bloody Butcher is a new cross between Italian Floriani Flint and red selections of our VK Early. Produces hearty 6-7’ tall plants with beautiful 7.5 – 8.5” long, mostly red ears. A heavy yielder of red flint-type kernels with occasional yellows. Early maturing for quick dry down period.
Millennium asparagus, developed by at Univ. of Guelph, Canada, has become a very popular asparagus in Canada and United States. In our trial, Millennium has been productive, with high quality spears, tender, and has good flavor. Can be grown successfully in a wide range of soil types.
Garbanzo beans are great for making homemade hummus. This unique heirloom variety produces delicious beans. Perfect for hummus and other Middle Eastern dishes. Also great for sprouting as well. Grow for a week and eat entire plant. Very nutritious! Contains vitamin A, C, calcium, iron and magnesium. Also known as chickpea. If using for sprouting they will be ready in 3-5 days.
Japanese Hulless corn grows 4-5 ft. tall and bears 3-6 four in. long ears. This corn is a little nutty, flavorful popcorn that is very productive. Japanese Hulless is also a great corn to grow with the kids because they get excited knowing the corn they are growing will be a tasty, buttery treat on family movie night!
An excellent producer of commercial quality cucumbers that are excellent for pickling. Produces early, large yields of bitter-free fruit; won’t become bitter if left on the vine.
This productive heirloom pepper is well suited to short-season gardens and has long been valued for canning and pickling. Originating from Hungary, it produces light yellow, medium-to-hot peppers with a classic flavor that works beautifully for stuffing, roasting, pizza toppings, and traditional Eastern European dishes. Plants set fruit steadily over an extended harvest window, delivering high yields with quick production. The 5-inch fruits begin a bright yellow and mature to red, adding visual appeal as well as versatility in the kitchen, and they are especially popular as pickled peppers. This heat-loving variety thrives in full sun, reaching maturity in about 70 days With a Scoville heat rating of 5,000 to 15,000, Hungarian Hot Wax peppers provide a nice kick without overwhelming heat, making them versatile for various culinary uses.
The Yellow Monster pepper is a striking heirloom variety with intriguing origins and notable characteristics. Developed in the United States, this pepper is prized for its large size and eye-catching appearance. As the name suggests, the Yellow Monster matures to a vibrant yellow, adding a bold splash of color to any garden or dish. The flavor profile is mild and sweet with a hint of fruitiness, making it a versatile choice for various culinary applications, from fresh salads to roasted dishes. The plant grows vigorously, reaching up to 3 feet in height, and is known for its high productivity. It typically produces large, thick-walled peppers that are ready for harvest in mid to late summer. With its impressive size, vivid color, and pleasant flavor, the Yellow Monster pepper is not only a visually appealing addition to gardens but also a flavorful ingredient that enhances a variety of recipes.
Ailsa Craig Exhibition is a large onion that has a unique mildly sweet flavor! This plant produces on the average a huge 5 lb. sweet white onion that has a delicious flavor in many dishes. Impress your neighbors and try growing this World Record sized onion.
Red Express cabbage seeds produce a variety of cabbage known for its vibrant purple-red color and compact, round heads. This variety is prized for its early maturity, typically reaching harvestable size in about 60-70 days. The heads are tightly packed and dense, with crisp, tender leaves that offer a mild, sweet flavor, making it ideal for both fresh consumption in salads and slaws or for cooking. Red Express cabbage is also known for its resistance to common cabbage pests and diseases, making it a robust choice for home gardeners. Additionally, it provides a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as antioxidants.
Hot Portugal peppers are a vibrant, mildly spicy variety of chili peppers that are prized for their unique flavor and versatility in the kitchen. Typically growing between 3,000 to 5,000 Scoville heat units, these peppers offer a moderate heat level that is perfect for adding a kick to dishes without overwhelming the palate. The peppers are long, slender, and typically ripen from green to a bright red, offering both a visual and flavorful punch to sauces, salsas, and pickles. Known for their fruity, slightly sweet flavor with a touch of smokiness, Hot Portugal peppers are often used in Portuguese and Mediterranean cuisine, particularly in dishes like stews, seafood, and grilled meats. The plants are productive and hardy, thriving in warm, sunny environments, making them an excellent choice for home gardeners. As an open-pollinated variety, Hot Portugal pepper seeds are also perfect for sustainable farming and seed-saving, allowing gardeners to enjoy this flavorful pepper year after year.
Envy is an early harvesting edamame for shorter growing seasons. Envy produces erect bush bean plants that reach about two feet in height and produce pods each containing two to three green seeds. Edamame is a popular snack in Japan, served with beer. Due to its health benefits that other snacks do not provide, it is becoming popular in the United States.
The Old Fashioned Mustard Green is a real Southern treat! This green is a favorite that can be eaten fresh or cooked, but is best enjoyed either steamed or sautéed in our opinion! The Old Fashioned Mustard is easy to grow and care for, making it a great addition to any garden.
