Arkansas Little Leaf cucumber is an open-pollinated variety developed by the University of Arkansas in the 1990s, bred for its compact, vine-dense growth and high productivity even in limited spaces. True to its name, the plants produce smaller leaves than standard cucumbers, which improves air circulation and makes fruit easier to spot and harvest. The crisp, blocky cucumbers are typically 3–5 inches long, perfect for pickling but also mild and refreshing when eaten fresh. Known for strong disease resistance and dependable yields, Arkansas Little Leaf thrives in warm climates, tolerates stress well, and performs in both field and container gardens, making it a favorite for home growers and market gardeners alike.
The Black Coral F1 Squash is a dark black zucchini hybrid with a glossy skin that is excellent when steamed, roasted or fried. This variety is a heavy yielder and has a great mildew tolerance. This squash grows to be 7-8 inches long on an open bush habit, making it great for easy picking.
Reid's Yellow Dent Field corn is a traditional American heirloom variety known for its high yield, excellent versatility, and resilience. Originally developed in the 19th century, this corn was once a staple in Midwestern farming due to its ability to thrive in a range of soil types and climates. The kernels are large, golden-yellow, and dented, which is characteristic of field corn varieties. Reid’s Yellow Dent is primarily grown for its use in animal feed, as well as for grinding into cornmeal, flour, and masa for making tortillas, cornbread, and other baked goods. It's also popular for producing hominy and grits, and historically, it played a significant role in the production of corn syrup and ethanol. What makes Reid's Yellow Dent particularly valuable is its resilience in the field, with a high tolerance for drought and disease. This heirloom variety is open-pollinated, making it an excellent choice for sustainable farming and seed-saving. It has a robust history in agricultural development and remains a beloved variety for both small-scale and commercial farmers looking to grow an adaptable, productive crop with a deep connection to agricultural traditions.
The Purple Beauty Pepper is a productive pepper plant that produces attractive deep purple colored peppers! This pepper is an open-pollinated variety with a sweet tasting 3x3" block shaped peppers. Pick when the pepper is purple or wait for it to turn deep red when its mature, which happens later in the season. The Purple Beauty is a great pepper for container gardening and can add that extra kick to your salads or meals.
The Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce is a very early and dependable lettuce. This large upright, compact leaf-type lettuce produces delicious light green, wide, curled leaves. The Black Seeded Simpson is a productive variety!
Caserta squash is a distinctive heirloom variety of summer squash with a rich history and notable characteristics. Originating from Italy, Caserta squash has been cherished for its unique appearance and exceptional flavor. The squash is characterized by its small to medium size, with a slightly elongated shape and smooth, pale green skin that often has a subtle, mottled pattern. The flesh is tender and creamy, offering a mild, nutty flavor that enhances a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to gratins. Caserta squash typically reaches harvestable maturity in about 50 to 60 days from planting, and the plants exhibit a bushy, compact growth habit, making them well-suited for smaller garden spaces. They thrive in warm, well-drained soil and prefer full sun exposure. The plants are prolific producers, yielding an abundance of tender, flavorful squash throughout the growing season. With its unique color, mild flavor, and manageable growth habits, Caserta squash is a valuable addition to both culinary gardens and farm-to-table dining experiences. The Caserta Zucchini is an early bush cocozelle that was a 1949 AAS winner.
The Blue Shelling Pea is a Dutch heirloom blue podded pea that has been highly regarded for hundreds of years. This very versatile variety can be picked young and eaten raw as a colorful snow pea pod or left to swell and harvested as a plump pea for cooking. This pea plant produces lovely purple flowers with a faint scent that are also edible and delicious! Traditionally used as a winter dish, Blue Shelling would be soaked overnight and then pan fried with onions and bacon - yum! Give this 6' plant some support.
This high-yielding beefsteak produces globe shaped red fruit. This vigorous plant has dense foliage that provides excellent protection to the fruit. Suitable for large patio containers. Adaptable to patio containers.
The Merveille Four Seasons is a French Bibb lettuce type that produces rich deep reddish leaves with bright cranberry red tips. This 12-16 inches lettuce has a wonderful butter taste and will hold its flavor in hot weather. The rich red leaves surround a small, 8-12 inches pale green, tight heart. Enjoy the Merveille Four Seasons chopped up in a salad for fresh flavor and a pop of beautiful color.
The fine smooth texture of the Nantes carrot makes it perfect for fresh eating, freezing or juicing! This bright orange carrot is a garden favorite. Nantes has an excellent sweet flavor as an early baby carrot. It can be over-wintered or grown in high tunnels for a spring harvest. Certified Organic. Learn more about our organic seeds.
Aji Habanero peppers are a vibrant and flavorful variety of chili peppers, known for their moderate heat and fruity, citrusy flavor. While they share the name "Habanero," Aji Habaneros are distinct, with a slightly milder heat profile compared to traditional Habaneros, ranging between 10,000 to 23,000 Scoville heat units. These peppers are typically yellow or orange when ripe and have a unique, tangy taste that adds a refreshing kick to salsas, sauces, and marinades. The plant grows compact, producing numerous small to medium-sized peppers that are perfect for adding flavor without overwhelming heat. Aji Habanero peppers thrive in warm, sunny conditions and are often grown in home gardens or small-scale farms. As an open-pollinated variety, they are ideal for sustainable farming and seed-saving. This pepper variety is popular in both fresh and dried forms, offering versatility and an excellent balance of heat and flavor in a variety of dishes.
Alaska pea seeds grow into one of the oldest and earliest-maturing pea varieties, first introduced in the late 1800s and valued for its ability to thrive in cool northern climates. This hardy shelling pea produces compact, vining plants that yield an abundance of small, smooth, bright green pods filled with sweet, tender peas in just about 55 days, making it a favorite for short-season gardeners. The plants are relatively easy to grow, preferring well-drained soil and cool weather, and they often set pods before summer heat diminishes yields. With a mild, slightly starchy sweetness, Alaska peas are excellent for fresh eating, freezing, or canning, and have long been popular in soups and stews due to their ability to hold flavor and texture after cooking. Their dependable growth and versatile use have kept them a staple in gardens for well over a century.
Orange Roma tomatoes are a vibrant variation of the classic Roma tomato, known for their unique color and excellent cooking qualities. Originating as a hybrid with roots in traditional Roma varieties, these tomatoes are distinguished by their bright orange hue, which is less acidic and slightly sweeter than their red counterparts. Their dense, meaty flesh and low moisture content make them ideal for sauces, pastes, and canning. Typically, Orange Roma tomatoes reach maturity in about 80 to 90 days, with the plants exhibiting a determinate growth habit, meaning they grow to a set height and produce fruit all at once. This growth pattern makes them relatively easy to manage and harvest. The compact, bushy plants benefit from staking or caging to support the weight of the fruit and ensure a bountiful yield. With their rich color, sweet flavor, and practical uses, Orange Roma tomatoes offer both culinary appeal and gardening convenience.
Baby Doll F1 is a yellow-fleshed diploid hybrid. This fruit is perfect for the ice box and weighs 6 to 10 pound. This beauty is hard to miss with its green rind and small dark stripes. Step outside of the norm with this yellow watermelon this season! You will not regret it. Certified Organic.
The Quickpick Pinkeye cowpea is a bush type southern cowpea with early maturity and good disease resistance. This variety is a pinkeye Purplehull type variety that is determinate, erect, compact (reach about 20 inches), and non-vining. This cowpea gets its name, Quickpick, because it matures in about 60 days. The pods are dark-purple and about seven to eight inches long containing nine to eleven, kidney-shaped seeds with large, maroon colored eyes. If you are using for Nitrogen fixation we highly recommend using a cowpea inoculant. Try with cowpea inoculant for maximum Nitrogen fixation.
Horseradish is a powerful root that is lip curling with a sting! Horseradish's heat and biting flavor make it a quite popular ingredient in many dishes and amongst gardeners. The leaves on horseradish are also edible!
A great choice for a Roma-style tomato that does great in a containers. A compact, determinate plant that produces heavy flushes of fruit, perfect for cooking up into rich sauce, snacking, adding to salads, or roasting. The plants are known for their bushy nature, making them ideal for container gardening or small spaces, and they produce a large number of fruit throughout the growing season. The bright crimson, oval tomatoes are meaty and dense with a rich, tangy flavor. Plants usually grow to only 24 inches tall and 24" wide.
Certified - The Beauregard Sweet Potato is one of the most top yielding sweet potatoes available! Beauregard is such an outstanding release that has been accepted by farmers everywhere! Chances are that this sweet potato is the variety that is available in your local market. The red-orange outside color and orange inside color make it an attractive favorite. Beauregard is quick maturing with good shape.
