Spring 2017 Vegetable Start Book

Spring 2017 Vegetable Starts Store Copy

New Varieties BUSH BEAN—NICKEL Found to be heat tolerant , Nickel beans produced in abundance on sturdy compact plants. The plants develop strong, erect branches that hold flavorful, 4 inch long, dark green pods off the ground.

BUSH BEAN—SOLEIL This yellow French bean has an unparalleled flavor that makes a wonderful addition to any gourmet meal. Slender, sunny yellow pods are at their peak flavor when 6 inches long. The upright, 2 foot tall plants are adorned with loads of beans throughout the summer.

MELON—TIGGER Vibrant yellow fruit with brilliant fire-red , zigzag stripes ( a few fruit may be solid yellow) , simply beautiful! Fragrant melons with a rich , sweet , intoxicating aroma. Small in size, the fruits weigh up to 1 lb. Heavy yielder's, even in dry climate.

Pepper Hot - Aleppo

SHU 10,000

Originating from the Syrian Town of Aleppo. Contains a moderate heat with a cumin-like undertone, a bit of fruitiness and a hint of salt and vinegar. It is commonly used as a spice and is dried and crushed. Sample of Middle Eastern cooking, try on pizzas as a substitute for regular crushed pepper flakes.

PEPPER HOT—CHILE DE ARBOL

SHU

30,000

These small potent Mexican chilis are 2-3 inches in length and are also known as rat’s tail chili. They retain their bright red color even after drying which makes them popular in making chile wreaths or ristas. Carries a similar flavor to Cayenne Peppers.

PEPPER HOT—CAROLINA REAPE

SHU

1,500,000

Believed to be the hottest pepper in the world , these devious little peppers are fiery red with a little scythe shaped tail at their base. For those extreme pepper eaters, the Reaper is must!

TOMATO—BRAD’S ATOMIC GARPE

INDETERMINATE

(75)

These crack-resistant fruits are extraordinarily sweet! Elongated cherries in clusters hold well on the vine, or off. The lavender and purple stripes will ripen to technicolor olive-green, red , and brown/blue stripes when fully ripe.

TOMATO—MINIBEL

DETERMINATE

(65)

Tiny ornamental plants reach only about a foot in height. Covered in bite-sized tomatoes that are sweet and flavorsome. Excellent choice for container, pots or hanging baskets.

WATERMELON—MOON AND STARS This legendary heirloom variety can grow to over 40 Ilbs. The dark green rind has bright yellow spots ranging from tiny to several inches across, leading to it’s name. Its has very sweet, brilliant red flesh.

SYMBOLS FOR DISEASE RESISTANCE

TOMATO TERMS

V– Verticllium Wilt F– Fusarium Wilt FF– Fusarium Wilt (races 1 and 2) N– Nematodes A– Alternaria Stem Canker T– Tobacco Mosaic Virus St– Stemphylium (gray leaf spot) TSWV– Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus

They stop growing when fruit sets on the terminal or ‘top bud’. All fruit ripens at or near the same time, usually over a two week period.

Indeterminate– Varieties continue to grow and produce new blossoms even after fruit set. These plants need extra tall supports of at least five feet. Harvest may last for several months.

Heirloom– An heirloom is generally considered to be a variety that has been passed down through several generations of a family because of its valued characteristics.

Hybrid– A tomato bred by crossing varieties. Hybrids offer better disease resistance and higher yields.

Open-pollinated– Seeds from open-pollinated varieties produce plants and fruit that are identical to their parent. All heirloom varieties are open-pollinated but not all open-pollinated varieties are heirloom varieties.

Determinate– Varieties of tomatoes that are bred to grow to compact height.

Purple & Black Tomatoes BLACK BRANDYWINE

INDETERMINATE (80)

This deep, reddish-black beefsteak heirloom (12-16 ounces) is full of the earthy and sweet flavor that has made blackish-purple tomatoes so popular.

BLACK FROM TULA

INDETERMINATE (80)

Russian beefsteak heirloom (8-12 ounces) that is very productive. The fruit sets well even in warmer climates. Seed savers say it is one of the best tasting black tomato.

BLACK KRIM

INDETERMINATE (75)

Heirloom variety (10-12 ounces) from the Black Sea of Russia that’s richly flavored with a hint of saltiness. Color becomes darker in the heat. Listed as #1 on the Baker Creek nutritional test.

BLACK SEA MAN

DETERMINATE (75)

Russian heirloom (12-16 ounces) that’s mahogany-colored with green shoulders when mature.

The inside is loaded with creamy, intense tomato flavors. Outstanding for sandwiches.

BLACK ZEBRA

INDETERMINATE (75)

This variety was bred from a black tomato and the favorite Green Zebra. The fruit is similar in size to its parent at about 3 oz. with mahogany flesh and highlighted by dark green streaks.

Its flavor carries tones of black tomatoes with its hints of smokiness and sweet. It is a vigorous producer throughout the season and does well in pots on back-decks.

CARBON

INDETERMINATE (80)

The darkest of the black varieties (8-12 ounces) and considered one of the top tasting tomatoes.

Very rich yet sweet with the essence of delicious summer tomato flavor.

CHEROKEE CHOCOLATE

INDETERMINATE (75)

This 10-16 ounce mahogany-colored variety is a stabilized version of the Cherokee Purple.

These very productive plants produce excellent flavored fruit that are also beautiful.

CHEROKEE PURPLE

INDETERMINATE (80)

An old Cherokee Indian heirloom (10-12 ounces) that bears fruit with a dusky rose-purple exterior and a deep red interior. Amazingly flavorful with its thin skin and soft flesh.

CHESTNUT CHOCOLATE

INDETERMINATE (65)

This is a new variety coming out of Wild Boar Farms in Napa CA. It is a great long lasting producer that carries the qualities of any great black tomato. The fruit matures to a size of 1-2 oz. and has a great shelf life after harvesting.

Purple & Black Tomatoes GYPSY

INDETERMINATE (75)

One of the deepest, purple and maroon varieties ever grown. The gorgeous color and amazing flavor make this medium-sized heirloom from Russia one of the nicest dark tomatoes.

JAPANESE BLACK TRIFELE

INDETERMINATE (80)

This pear shaped, potato leafed fruit has both beautiful coloring and sublime rich flavor with a meaty flesh. Starting with green streaking shoulders that transition to a mahogany color and finally finishing with a dark almost black bottom. Origins in Russia

MORADO

INDETERMINATE (85)

This very rare tomato produces delicious 1lb fruit that are dark purplish-pink in color, with green shoulders. The plants have excellent production, and fruit is uniform and crack resistant.

PAUL ROBESON

INDETERMINATE (80)

One of the most highly regarded black tomatoes and has a cult following among tomato connoisseurs. This Russian heirloom features medium-sized deep maroon fruit that is free of blemishes and cracking. Flavor is sweet, tangy and complex.

VORLON

INDETERMINATE (75)

The rich, dark purple flesh of this Bulgarian variety is rich and smoky. Rated as one of Baker Seeds’ best tasting tomatoes last season.

Cherry & Small Tomatoes BLACK CHERRY

INDETERMINATE (70)

This is a true black cherry tomato that is perfectly round. Very classic black tomato flavor that’s sweet and complex. Fruit picks clean from the stem and is produced in abundance.

BLUE BERRIES

INDETERMINATE (75)

Small cherry variety. Very dark purple color. Flavor is intensely fruity, and sugar-sweet. Very productive, yielding all season in elongated clusters. Another popular variety from Wild Boar Farms.

BLUSH

INDETERMINATE (65)

This is truly a stunning tomato with translucent like flesh of red and gold that swirl the fruit. It is small in size roughly about the size of a walnut with sweet yet complex flavors. A favorite of tomato growers for its combination of flavor, beauty and consistent yield. An ancestor of the Bumble Bee varieties.

BRAD’S ATOMIC GARPE

INDETERMINATE

(75)

These crack-resistant fruits are extraordinarily sweet! Elongated cherries in clusters hold well on the vine, or off. The lavender and purple stripes will ripen to technicolor olive-green, red , and brown/blue stripes when fully ripe.

BUMBLE BEE—PINK

INDETERMINATE (65)

A stunning cherry-type variety that tolerates cool nighttime temps as well as very hot days. The fruit is bright fire-engine red with golden orange stripes and is crack resistant. Expect a very long and productive season from this beautiful plant. Perfect size for any salad.

BUMBLE BEE—SUNRISE

INDETERMINATE (65)

An amazing combination of yellows and reds inside and out. This round oversized cherry variety is from organic seed. Excellent sweet and tangy flavor

GREEN GRAPE

INDETERMINATE (60)

This cherry variety is about the size of a grape and is a great addition to your garden if you are looking for tomatoes that you can snack on as you work in the dirt. They have a yellow and green skin with a sweet and zingy flavor.

INDIGO CREAM BERRIES

INDETERMINATE (60)

This is a super sweet cherry tomato that comes from Wild Boar Farms in Napa CA. The fruit is cream colored with purple and blue shoulders and is a great producer the entire season.

It does great in pots and can be grown in areas that have cooler climates.

ISIS CANDY

INDETERMINATE (67)

This beautiful variety produces yellow-gold cherry tomatoes with red marbling. A rich, sweet and fruity flavor is the highlight. Very productive plants that bear long into the season.

Cherry & Small Tomatoes JAUNE FLAMME

INDETERMINATE (75)

Unique French heirloom that produces apricot-colored fruit about 4 ounces that grows in clusters. Retains its deep orange color even after drying or roasting which this variety is perfect for.

Excellent fruity flavor with a nice blend of sweet and tart.

JULIET

INDETERMINATE (60)

Plump, deep red, ultra-sweet yet meaty little fruits just 2 inches long and about 1.5 inches in diameter. Hold up to 2 weeks on the vine, resist cracking, and offer nonstop production all season long. Expect clusters of a dozen or more fruits all over this plant. Perfect for salads.

MINIBEL

DETERMINATE

(65)

Tiny ornamental plants reach only about a foot in height. Covered in bite-sized tomatoes that are sweet and flavorsome. Excellent choice for container, pots or hanging baskets.

PRINCIPE BORGHESE

DETERMINATE

(75)

Plum-shaped Italian type favored for drying. Meaty tomatoes have very little juice and few seeds.

These small plants become loaded with fruit at the height of the season. Perfect variety for sundried tomatoes.

SNOW WHITE

INDETERMINATE (75)

Delightful ivory-colored cherry tomato ripens to pale yellow and are very sweet without being too sugary. This is the one you’ll find yourself snacking on in the garden because it taste so good.

SUN GOLD

INDETERMINATE (57)

Very sweet, bright orange cherry tomatoes taste not just sugary but also fruity and delicious.

These tall hybrid plants are vigorous growers that bear long clusters of fruit.

SUPER SWEET 100 (VF)

INDETERMINATE (65)

This is a home gardener favorite for its long clusters of 1 ounce fruit that says it all in the name.

High in Vitamin C, this cherry tomato is also more disease resistant than the Sweet 100.

SWEET MILLION (FNT)

INDETERMINATE (65)

An improved version of Sweet 100, this variety offers the same wonderful flavor and yields but much better disease resistance and tolerance to cracking. Produces long clusters of dark red fruit.

YELLOW PEAR

INDETERMINATE (78)

These miniature pear-shaped tomatoes are long and clear yellow in color. Another kid favorite that is sometimes called “garden candy” because of its incredible sweetness.

Bicolor Tomatoes BEAUTY KING

INDETERMINATE (80)

One of the best looking and best tasting of the red, yellow bi-colored types. This cross between a Big Rainbow and Green Zebra results in high-producing, meaty fruit. Developed by Wild Boar Farms.

BIG RAINBOW

INDETERMINATE (85)

Unique heirloom beefsteak (2 pounds) provides a sweet, meaty tomato that’s great for slicing.

Ripe fruit will have light yellow shoulders atop a golden-orange to ruby-red tomato. Yet another variety from Wild Boar Farms.

COPIA

INDETERMINATE (85)

This very beautiful Napa variety (1 pound) is a cross between a Green Zebra and Marvel Stripe. The golden flesh is streaked with red and is very juicy, flavorful and sweet.

GOLD MEDAL

INDETERMINATE (80)

A wonderful 1-2 pound yellow and red beefsteak tomato with pink marbling on the blossom end. This late season variety features a low acid level that translates to a sweet flavor. Truly a beautiful slicer.

HILLBILLY

INDETERMINATE (85)

Bicolored heirloom from West Virginia that has a sweet and fruity flavor. This tomato usually weighs 1-2 pounds when ripe and is usually ribbed at the top.

MAMMOTH GERMAN GOLD

INDETERMINATE (85)

These 2-pound beefsteak heirlooms are a very colorful and distinctive deep golden with red streaking. High sugar and acid content provide an excellent flavor.

MARVEL STRIPE

INDETERMINATE (85)

One of the most popular bi-colored varieties, this heirloom (1-2 pounds) has an amazing combination of beauty, size and taste. Expect a large harvest with these ruby-red streaked tomatoes.

PINEAPPLE

INDETERMINATE (85)

This heirloom (1-2 pounds) is a standout in the garden with its red and yellow streaks inside and outside. Plant produces plenty of rich, fruity and sweet tomatoes.

Specialty Tomatoes ANANAS NOIR

INDETERMINATE (85)

This unique variety weighs about 12-16 oz. and in French translates to ‘Black Pineapple’.

The interior is bright green with streaks of red and pink in the center. The hues blend together like a tie-dyed fabric. Flavor is both sweet and smoky with a hint of citrus.

BERKELEY TIE DYE—PINK

INDETERMINATE (70)

This port wine-colored beefsteak (8-12 ounces) with metallic green stripes is an earlier variety with a very sweet, rich flavor. Another popular variety from Wild Boar Farms.

BIG ZEBRA

INDETERMINATE (80)

Stunning new tomato (8-10 ounzes) that looks a lot like a giant Green Zebra. With vibrant green and deep gold-striped skin, this unique type features delicious red and green-streaked flesh.

Developed at Wild Boar Farms.

BLUE BEAUTY

INDETERMINATE (80)

This beefsteak slicer (6-8 ounces) has gorgeous deep blue-black shoulders making for a unique hybrid which is a cross between a Beauty King and a blue tomato type. Variety from Wild Boar Farms.

CHOCOLATE STRIPES

INDETERMINATE (79)

Another beautiful mahogany-colored variety with green striping. This top tasting tomato will produce large, complex-flavored fruit well into autumn.

COSMIC ECLIPSE

INDETERMINATE (65)

This variety that matures to around 3 oz. is a new release from Wild Boar Farms in Napa. It has one of the most unique colorings and must be seen to appreciate. The Fruit begins with dark green stripes mixed with indigo splashes. When it matures it turns a dark red with green streaking and scattered black and white marks making it look like the cosmos.

CREME BRULEE

INDETERMINATE (70)

This variety produces globe shaped fruit of medium size. They are a stunning deep caramel color with hints of red and chocolate. The flavor is rich, sweet and full-bodied, and the texture is tender and smooth.

LARGE BARRED BOAR

INDETERMINATE (65)

These flattened beefsteak fruit from Wild Boar Farms are pink-brown with green stripes and weigh 8-12 ounces. Very meaty pink flesh is a blast of flavor. Plant grows more stocky than tall.

PINEAPPLE PIG

INDETERMINATE (90)

Very large fruited variety reaches 1lb or more. Fruits are creamy-ivory in hue, with some green striping or mottling, and a faint blush. Flavor is sweet and very low acid.

Specialty Tomatoes PINK BOAR

INDETERMINATE (80)

This 4 ounce gem is pinkish-wine colored with metallic green stripes. A great producer and is perfect if you want a smaller, juicy, sweet tomato. Another popular variety from Wild Boar Farms.

SOLAR FLARE

INDETERMINATE (75)

This is your tomato if you like them big and flavorful. This Wild Boar Farms variety (6-10 oz) has a bold and full-bodied flavor, and produces vines that set loads of beefsteaks. Golden stretch mark stripes cover the exterior skin.

SPECKLED ROMAN

INDETERMINATE (75)

This elongated plum variety has striking bright red skin and golden streaks. With meaty red flesh and little juice it cooks quickly into a sauce. Its excellent flavor also makes for good fresh eating.

Orange Tomatoes D R. WYCHE’S YELLOW

INDETERMINATE (80)

This golden-orange tomato (12-16 ounces) is a truly delicious specimen. Originally created by Dr. Wyche who owned the Cole Brothers Circus. It produces a fantastic tasting large fruit with smooth skin and carries a tropical, sweet taste.

KENTUCKY BEEFSTEAK

INDETERMINATE (100)

This is an old heirloom that hails from the hills of Eastern Kentucky and can grow into a 2pound giant of beefsteak goodness. This fruit lacks the roughness usually associated with most heirloom beefsteaks.

ORANGE STRAWBERRY

INDETERMINATE (75)

Brilliant orange, oxheart fruits that have a pronounced point at the blossom end. The fruits sometimes reach a pound in weight. The flavor of the meaty fruits are robust and complex. Few seeds and solid flesh.

PERSIMMON

INDETERMINATE (80)

Beautiful golden-orange fruit (1-2 pounds) has one of the best flavors of all the orange varieties.

Fruit is very meaty with few seeds, and vigorous plants bear large quantities.

TANGERINE

INDETERMINATE (80)

Deep yellow-orange beefsteak heirloom that is shaped like its name. This heavy producer has a meaty texture that is both sweet and rich in flavor.

Red Tomatoes BEEFMASTER (VFNAST)

INDETERMINATE (80)

One of the most popular hybrid beefsteak-types, this solid, meaty bright red tomato has improved disease resistance along with good tolerance to cracking and splitting. Produces in the mid to late summer and is great on burgers, sandwiches or stand alone.

BETTER BOY (VFNAST)

INDETERMINATE (75)

Rugged vines produce large crops (12-16 ounces) of smooth flavorful fruit. Similar to the Big Boy but with additional disease resistance. Firm, excellent taste and perfect for slicing.

BIG BEEF (VFNAT)

INDETERMINATE (70)

Early to bear and highly disease resistant, this beefsteak (12-16 ounces) will produce consistently until the first frost. This hybrid has a classic tomato flavor and will set fruit reliably even in cold weather.

BIG BOY

INDETERMINATE (78)

A long time favorite because of its very large, smooth scarlet fruit with meaty flesh and great flavor. This hybrid (12-16 ounces) will peak midseason but continues until the first frost.

CARMELLO (VFNT)

INDETERMINATE (75)

Bred in France, this round, red juicy fruit has a rich tomato flavor that has a perfect sweet to acid balance. This variety is borne in abundance on vigorous disease resistant vines.

CELEBRITY (VFFNTAST)

DETERMINATE (70)

Produces incredible sets of exceptionally flavorful, firm 8-12 ounce fruit on strong vines with good foliage cover and outstanding disease resistance. This is a great variety for canning projects.

CHAMPION 2 (VFFNTA)

INDETERMINATE (65)

Features more disease resistance than the popular Champion Hybrid while maintaining the same delicious flavor and timing. Delivers high yields of meaty 6-8 ounce fruits.

COSTOLUTO FLORENTINO

INDETERMINATE (80)

This Tuscan heirloom (8 ounces) produces tons of bright red tomatoes with terrific flavor. Also high in sugar and acid making for an outstanding taste that’s wonderful made into sauce.

CUOR DI BUE—RIBBED

INDETERMINATE (80)

Large, meaty fruits weigh up to seven ounces with a rounded base and a ribbed top. Fruit ripens to an orange-red color. Ideal for slicing and one of the tastiest saucing types.

Red Tomatoes EARLY GIRL (VFF)

INDETERMINATE (57)

Comes in first as an early slicing tomato (4-6 ounce) and continues throughout the summer.

This dependable hybrid has a large harvest of flavorful fruit is also disease resistant.

LA ROMA III (VFFNA)

DETERMINATE (76)

Bright red meaty fruits are large (5-8 ounces) for a Roma variety. These disease resistant plants are very vigorous and are known for its uniformity and long, heavy-yielding growing season.

Perfect for sauces and canning.

MORTGAGE LIFTER

INDETERMINATE (75)

M. C. Byles of Logan, West Virginia introduced this beauty in the 1940’s after he sold plants for $1 each and paid off the $6,000 Mortgage on his house. High yields produce smooth, pinkskinned fruit that is meaty with few seeds and a very sweet flavor. A great slicer tomato for burgers , sandwiches or by itself.

NEW GIRL (VFF)

INDETERMINATE (62)

If you like the varieties that come out early, you have to add New Girl to the roster. These medium-sized fruits some say are more flavorful than Early Girl. This slicer also stores better at the ripe stage than most other tomatoes.

POMPEII (VF)

INDETERMINATE (75)

This plump, elongated Roma-like variety is excellent to cook into a rich, thick sauce. The meaty flesh is perfect for canning. This new hybrid is a heavy producer and disease resistant.

RED PEAR

INDETERMINATE

(75)

Old North Italian variety. Red, pear-shaped beefsteak. An outstanding producer of huge up to 18oz. very tasty fruit. Great fresh eating. Pear shaped with vertical ribs, a must try. Really meaty containing few seeds. From Wild Boar Farms.

SAN MARZANO REDORTA

INDETERMINATE (78)

Huge heirloom plum tomato from Tuscany used for cooking but flavorful enough to eat fresh.

Larger and better tasting than regular San Marzano.

SUPER MARMANDE

INDETERMINATE (80)

This is an improved version of the classic French beefsteak variety. The fruit can weigh up to 8 oz. and are great sliced and eaten fresh. It is semi-determinate which means that most of its fruit will mature around the same time, no need to trim up plant.

SUPER MARZANO (VFNT)

INDETERMINATE (70)

Large pear-shaped fruit are an average 5 inches long. Fruit is high in pectin giving sauce and paste natural thickness. This hydrid version of San Marzano is very disease resistant.

Red Tomatoes THESSALONIKI

INDETERMINATE (68)

Greek variety with beautifully smooth 6-8 ounce fruits. Tomatoes are juicy with an excellent old fashioned acid tomato flavor. High yields add to the appeal of this delicious variety. Has some disease resistance.

Pink Tomatoes ARKANSAS TRAVELER

INDETERMINATE (80)

This 100-year-old heirloom hails from the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. A deep pink color when ripe, this variety is an artful balance of sweetness and tartness.

BRANDYWINE (SUDDUTH’S)

INDETERMINATE (90)

The original pink Brandywine strain, (1-2 pounds) that’s praised for its superior taste and smoothness. This is a classic beefsteak tomato.

CASPIAN PINK

INDETERMINATE (80)

Large Russian heirloom beefsteak (1-2 pounds) that rivals Brandywine varieties in taste and popularity. This “Queen of the Pinks” is globe-shaped and pink-red in color.

GIANT SYRIAN

INDETERMINATE (80)

This family heirloom from West Virginia produces hefty crops of 16-18 ounce pinkish-red fruit that’s juicy with few seeds. Great for saucing, canning or just plain slicing.

JULIA CHILD

INDETERMINATE (75)

Named after the unflappable chef and educator who passed away in 2004, this robust, flavorful, juicy heirloom is a potato-leaf plant that produces a deep pink flesh that makes it one of the better tasting beefsteak varieties.

RUSSIAN ROSE

INDETERMINATE (78)

Russian heirloom (12 ounces) bears beautiful pink-rose globes as pretty as a rose. The meaty flesh has a sweet, full tomato flavor.

Green Tomatoes AUNT RUBY’S GERMAN GREEN

INDETERMINATE (80)

Large green heirloom beefsteaks (12-16 ounces) ripen to pale green with a tint of yellow and has the smoothest shape of any large green tomato. The flavor is sweet yet spicy.

EVERGREEN

INDETERMINATE (72)

One of the tastiest green tomatoes, this medium to large solid beefsteak has a mild, delicious flavor that’s great for slicing and very enjoyable to eat. Remains green even when ripe.

GREEN PINEAPPLE

INDETERMINATE (80)

This heirloom variety is a small beefsteak that ripens to emerald green with a touch of yellow on its blossom end. It has a unique fruity aroma when cut open and flavors include a hint of spice.

GREEN ZEBRA

INDETERMINATE (70)

A unique and delicious salad tomato that is about 3 ounces in size. This fruit is ripe when the color is amber-green with darker green stripes. The light green flesh is sweet yet zingy.

Yellow Tomatoes DIXIE GOLDEN GIANT

INDETERMINATE (77)

Fabulous, sweet fruity taste in a huge, clear lemon-yellow beefsteak tomato makes this variety outstanding. This heirloom (1-2 pounds) has been grown by the Amish since the 1930s.

DOUCHOUA PEPPER

INDETERMINATE (70)

This creamy yellow colored tomato seems to be a doppelgänger for the common bell pepper. The outside of the fruit has deep ridges and when cut open the walls are thick but inside the fruit is mostly hollow with the seed sack connected in the middle. The flavor is good with just the right amount of acidity and sweetness.

LEMON BOY (VFNAST)

INDETERMINATE (72)

The first lemon, not golden variety, but still one of the best. This 8-10 ounce hybrid produces mild, sweet and tangy fruit from vigorous plants. One of the most popular yellow varieties.

PORK CHOP

INDETERMINATE (80)

Finally a true yellow tomato. Created by Wild Boar Farms in Napa, this medium-sized hybrid is super sweet with hints of citrus. Beautiful plated with other colorful tomatoes or mixed into sauce for a kick of color.

WHITE QUEEN

INDETERMINATE (85)

This heirloom variety (8-12 ounces) is very smooth except for the ribbed shoulders. Very sweet and juicy with a well-balanced flavor and no cracking on the skin.

YELLOW BRANDYWINE-PLATFOOT

NDETERMINATE

(85)

Special strain of Yellow Brandywine (1-2 pounds) that offers increased productivity and a smoother shape. Incredibly rich and delicious flavor.

Tomatillo MILTOMATE TOMATILLO Small spherical shaped berry in the tomato family. Originated in Mexico and cultivated by the Aztecs. Exquisite tart and sweet qualities. Small annual shrub grows 30-60cm in height, Berry develops inside thin husk.

Eggplants BLACK BEAUTY Introduced in 1910, this popular variety has rich-flavored fruits that hold up well. The large bell-shaped fruit ranges from 1-3 pounds and becomes glossy when mature.

CHORYOKU This Japanese hybrid has a unique glossy green skin with a cream white inner flesh with little seeds. Typically reaching 12 inches in length this slender and uniform eggplant has a sweet yet mild taste.

CLARA An early-season Italian hybrid, this unique large, white eggplant has high yields and matures early.

FAIRY TALE This petite eggplant variety is tender and sweet with beautifully marbled purple and white tones.

The short, slender fruit are perfect for container gardening.

GRETEL A specialty petite eggplant, this all white bitter-free fruit is best when harvested at about 3-4 inches long. Highly productive throughout the season. Perfect for pickling.

HANSEL These petite eggplants produce clusters of 3-6 narrow fruit 50-60 days after planting. The tender, sweet flavor goes well when used with its other mini eggplant cousins.

LISTADA DE GANDIA This Italian heirloom is considered one of the most beautiful of all the eggplants for its rich purple striping. Mild white flesh is deliciously sweet.

ORIENT EXPRESS This variety can grow up to 10 inches in length and 1 to 2 inches in width. The skin is a deep glossy purple and is one of the earlier varieties to start producing. Can grow in both cooler and warmer climates, very dependable.

PINGTUNG LONG Named after its town of origin in Taiwan, this slender violet-purple fruit becomes at least a foot long and has excellent mild flavor and tender white flesh. Heavy producer despite summer heat.

Eggplants PROSPEROSA This deep violet colored eggplant is perfect for frying and roasting. The sweet, mild flesh is even better when baked.

ROSA BIANCA Prized by chefs for its creamy, mild flesh and lovely appearance, this sweet Italian heirloom is perfect for slicing or stuffing.

ROUND MAUVE This beautiful variety has a pure white interior and thin skin. The flesh is meaty and mild with absolutely no trace of bitterness. One of the first eggplants to produce fruit.

SHOYA LONG This is a popular Japanese eggplant that can grow up to 14 inches long. The slender purplishblack fruit is a high quality, long variety that produces well.

VIOLETTA LUNGA Deep purple-colored variety with a classic eggplant taste and look. This Italian heirloom is a reliable producer that will last long into the growing season.

Cucumbers ARMENIAN (LIGHT GREEN) Introduced from Armenia to Italy in the 1400s, this attractive, crisp 12-18 inch cucumber stays sweet even when the fruit is large. Dense flesh and few seeds combine with a mild flavor.

ARMENIAN (STRIPED) This unique looking variety is “S” shaped with slightly ridged alternating dark and light green stripes. This cucumber is an excellent slicer and great in salads.

BEIT ALPHA Excellent flavor whether pickled or fresh. The 5-7 inch variety are thin-skinned and never bitter. Harvest is extremely early and highly productive in most climates.

LEMON These 3-4 inch oval to round cucumbers are juicy and sweet. Thin, tender skins and a succulent white flesh make them a joy to eat right out of the garden. Harvest when color turns yellow.

MEXICAN SOUR GHERKIN This small cucumber like fruit are a must in the garden. Shaped like baby watermelons and with a fresh cucumber and touch of lemon taste, these cuties are a must in the garden. They are great in salads or can be pickled for enjoyment later.

PICCOLO DI PARIGI Usually one of the first cucumbers to produce fruit, this green pickling variety will also bear fruit late into the season. Just as tasty eaten fresh out of the garden.

VIRIDIS A European-style cucumber (12-14 inches) that’s very long and slim, this hybrid has dark green skin and is sweet, crispy and not bitter at all. Can grow on trellis for long, straight fruit.

Zucchini ALBARELLO DI SARZANA Known as the “Little Tree of Sarzano,” this highly acclaimed frying zucchini has the added bonus of strong blossom production for fried blossoms.

BLACK BEAUTY Standard summer squash (6-8 inches) that was introduced in the United States in the 1920s.

Compact bush plant will be loaded with glossy green-black fruits with firm white flesh.

CROOKNECK A very popular summer squash variety, this fast growing heirloom bears many 6-inch fruit throughout the season. Harvest while the skin is still soft and keep picking so the plant can keep producing.

GOLD RUSH This disease resistant squash produces long golden-yellow squash with white flesh. It is a great producer and has resistance to powdery mildew, watermelon mosaic virus and zucchini yellow mosaic virus. A classic variety that has excellent taste and texture eaten raw or cooked.

ROMANESCO Well known Italian zucchini that is light green with prominent ribs and a favorite among chefs for its flavor. This big plant produces lots of flowers and fruit over a long season.

SUNBURST This bright yellow, scalloped fruit has thin skin with a mild, buttery flesh that’s tender. Not only is this variety one of the more unique looking, but it features great flavor as well.

TONDO DI NIZZA Similar to the Piacenza but light green rather than dark. This round variety has thin skin so handle carefully. A great substitute in eggplant parmesan.

Basil AMETHYST This dark purple, almost black, version of Genovese Basil brings a beautiful contrast to any garden. A great substitute for sweeter varieties of basil and a natural pest deterrent.

CORSICAN A Mediterranean heirloom from the island of Corsica, this versatile variety comes in varying degrees of green to purple. Very attractive plant that produces nice lavender flowers.

GENOVESE A bushy, large-leaf type annual from Italy that has creamy-colored flowers in the summer. It is aromatic in the garden and in cooking. Most commonly used to make pesto.

GENOVESE ‘AROMA’ An improved Genovese hybrid with thick, dark green leaves that are more resistant to bolting and disease. This type is quickly becoming the standard for professional growers.

GREEK Perfect variety to grow in a container. This small-leaved, mounded-shaped basil doesn’t give up anything to the other basils in flavor. Very slow to bolt and excellent as a border plant.

LETTUCE LEAF Large leaves feature a mild taste that is used to stuff, put on sandwiches or wrap around a slice of tomato and mozzarella cheese. Produces the most foliage of any basil.

LIME This rare and tasty basil will work wonders in a salad dressing or sauces. Also a good variety to grow in a container.

MRS. BURN’S LEMON This basil has an exciting lemon-citrus fragrance and flavor which makes it particularly good in vinegar or with fish. Great in pesto and other standard basil dishes.

NAPOLETANO This variety has crinkled leaves that can reach up to five inches in length. The mild-flavored leaves are delicious when used to wrap fish or chicken.

Basil OSMIN PURPLE Purple-leaved basil. Sweet and fruity flavor and scent. The flowers range from lavender to dark purple in color. Popular with bakers who use it in desserts.

PURPLE PETRA Perfect growing companion for tomatoes. This mild, sweet tasting basil is works great with all Italian dishes, either for pesto, pasta and salads.

PURPLE RUFFLES This attractive sweet basil variety has won many awards for its beauty, flavor and ease of cultivation. Used mainly for pesto or as a garnish.

RED RUBIN Aromatic annual herb has narrow, dark leaves and produces edible, purple flowers in the summer. This sweet basil is mostly used in salads or as a garnish.

THAI ‘SIAM QUEEN’ This plant is lush with green leaves on purple stems. Deep reddish-purple flowers in the summer are edible. Will add exceptional fragrance to many culinary dishes.

Specialty Peppers BANANA Light yellow to red pepper, averaging 6.5” x 1.5”, with a delicious, sweet flavor and mild.

Famous for its amazing yields.

CHERRY SWEET These large cherry shaped fruit have a sweet an thick skin and are great for canning or for pickling. These guys are bred from a hotter red cherry pepper so they have a hint of spice but mostly sweetness.

CORNO GIALLO This Italian pepper (6-10 inches) goes by the name “Yellow Bull’s Horn” and can be mildly spicy even though it is still considered a sweet pepper. Turns bright yellow when ripe.

CORNO ROSSO This Italian pepper (6-10 inches) turns a stunning red with a long, curved, tapered shape when ripe. “Red Bull’s Horn” can be mildly spicy even though it is considered a sweet pepper.

FEHER OZON—PAPRIKA When these conical peppers are fully ripe they are exceptionally sweet with a juicy pepper crunch. The flavor is mild and slightly zingy. This Hungarian variety is traditionally dried and used for paprika.

FRIGGITELLO This small, sweet pepper (3-4 inches) is part of the Italian culinary tradition. It will turn bright red when ripe. When young and green they make a crispy little frying pepper.

JIMMY NARDELLO Although technically a frying pepper (6-7 inches), this is one of the sweetest non-bell peppers you’ll ever taste. Expect large yields from this variety. Remains sweet no matter how prepared.

MARCONI ‘GOLDEN’ This classic Italian sweet pepper that is great for frying or slicing up and throwing in a salad.

The tapering fruit that can reach up to 6” in length is a favorite of many old time gardeners.

MARCONI ‘RED’ A classic Italian variety that yields big sweet peppers that are great on the grill. They can reach 6” long with a tapering shape.

Specialty Peppers PADRON These unique peppers are named after the town where they originated in Spain. If allowed to grow longer than an inch they will become hotter. SautĂŠ in olive oil and sea salt for best flavor.

PIMENTO L This large heart-shaped fruit (4-5 inches) has thick walls and is sweet and succulent. Pimento peppers are often canned or pickled.

PIQUILLO This is a traditional Spanish pepper that is roasted, peeled and then canned. The process brings out the sweet yet complex flavor as well as giving it a nice smoky taste. The name translates to little beak.

SHISHITO This medium early, small, sweet pepper is very popular in Japan. The thin-walled, glossy fruit can grow up to 3-4 inches long and is a prolific producer. Very similar to Padron peppers.

Bell Peppers EARLY SUNSATION Big, smooth, blocky peppers (4-5 inches) are a mature green in 70 days then turn a goldenyellow in the next two weeks. Extra sweet when fully yellow.

GIALLO D’ASTI A classic, large Italian heirloom bell pepper with a delicious sweet taste, this yellow variety has thick walls and is great for grilling.

GOURMET Thick, juicy walls with a fruity, sweet flavor are the trademarks of this medium-large blocky fruit that’s easy to grow under a wide variety of conditions.

KING ARTHUR This mild, sweet bell pepper matures to a deep green or red color. A variety bred for early production and disease resistance, it also boasts large, crunchy four-lobed fruit.

LIDO This fruit is long, tapered and thick-walled. A succulent, sweet pepper with smoky flavors, this variety can grow up to 8 inches long. Flavor holds well either grilled or eaten fresh.

ORANGE SUN Beautiful deep, bright orange bell pepper (4-5 inches) that has thick walls and a sweet, crunchy flavor. This variety makes a wonderful addition to salads and stir-fries.

ROSSO D’ASTI Famous blocky, sweet, red Italian heirloom that is known for extremely large, beautiful fruit and plentiful yields. This variety holds its flavor well and has a crisp crunch.

Hot Peppers Aleppo

SHU 10,000

Originating from the Syrian Town of Aleppo. Contains a moderate heat with a cumin-like undertone, a bit of fruitiness and a hint of salt and vinegar. It is commonly used as a spice and is dried and crushed. Sample of Middle Eastern cooking, try on pizzas as a substitute for regular crushed pepper flakes.

Aji Cito

SHU 108,000

This pepper originates from Peru and matures to a golden orange color that is 2-3 inches in length with a slight curve at the end. It is a very hot pepper and used mostly in seasoning.

Aji Crystal

SHU 50,000

This variety originates from Chile and matures to a length of 4 inches. Starting off green then to yellow and finally maturing to an orange red. It has a sweet heat to it making it a great pepper to eat right off the plant.

Aji Lemon Drop

SHU 100,000

Seasoning pepper 2-3 inches long from Peru that ripens to a clear lemon yellow color. The flavor is very clean with a slight citrusy heat to it.

Anaheim ‘T.M.R.’

SHU 2,500

Also known as the “New Mexican Chile” this moderately pungent fruit (7-8 inches) is deep green but turns red at full maturity. Excellent for canning, freezing or drying.

Ancho ‘San Luis’ (Poblano)

SHU 2,000

High quality, uniform heart-shaped peppers (6 inches) are dark green, maturing to red then mahogany in color. Mildly pungent variety that’s most often used in chile rellenos and mole.

Antillais Caribbean

SHU 200,000

This variety matures from green to a bright red with fruit measuring about 1-2 inches long and just as wide. Originates from the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Very pungent and aromatic, great to cook with.

Calabrese

SHU 2,500

This is a classic Italian hot pepper used fresh or for pickling. Bright red and 1-2 inches long when ripe, this small, round variety is also known as the “Devil’s Kiss.” Moderate heat.

CAYENNE ‘LARGE THICK RED’

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This hot, hot pepper (5-6 inches) is a heavy producer that turns from green to red when mature.

Very pungent fruit even when small. Mostly used for sauces and drying.

Hot Peppers CAROLINA REAPER

SHU

1,500,000

Believed to be the hottest pepper in the world , these devious little peppers are fiery red with a little scythe shaped tail at their base. For those extreme pepper eaters, the Reaper is must!

CHILE DE ARBOL

SHU

30,000

These small potent Mexican chilis are 2-3 inches in length and are also known as rat’s tail chili. They retain their bright red color even after drying which makes them popular in making chile wreaths or ristas. Carries a similar flavor to Cayenne Peppers.

CHILTEPIN

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This chili pepper is round or slightly oval and about 3/8” in width. Tepins can be extremely hot. The heat of the Chiltepine is called arrebatado (violet or rapid), which implies that although the heat is intense, it diminishes quickly.

CHIPOTLE

SHU 2,000

Growing to a length of about 2 inches, these peppers carry similar qualities to the Ancho and Serrano peppers. Because the flavor is medium hot with smoky overtones this is a great culinary pepper to use to add flavor and spice with a hint of heat.

DEVIL’S TONGUE

SHU 300,000

This unique variety grows to about 3 inches in length and matures to a golden yellow with a wrinkled skin. Its origins are speculated but generally thought to come from Pennsylvania. Has a citrus and nutty flavor with thick walls making it great for cooking. Extremely hot.

DIABLO

SHU 100,000

Chili pepper that packs plenty of heat. Hotter than jalapeno and serrano peppers. Bushy, kneehigh plants with thin, oval, dark green leaves. Peppers are crescent-shaped with thick crisp flesh.

Fruit may be harvested green or allowed to mature to full color.

FATALII

SHU 250,000

This super hot variety originates from Central Africa. It grows to 3 inches in length and turns from green to a bright yellow. Underneath the heat it also has a citrus/fruity taste to it. Great in salsas, hot sauces or any citrus dish that needs a kick.

FRESNO

SHU 250,000

Thumb-sized hot pepper that can be harvested when green (mild heat) or red (hot). The mature red version (2-3 inches long) can be hotter than a Jalapeno.

GHOST CHOCOLATE (BHUT JOLOKIA)

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This variety shares the same shape and huge kick of heat as the traditional red ghost pepper, though this one ripens from a red brown to a creamy milk chocolate color.

Hot Peppers GHOST RED (BHUT JOLOKIA)

SHU 1 , 0 4 1 , 4 2 7

One of the hottest peppers around, this variety got its nickname because it seems as if the intense heat just sneaks up on you. At 400 times hotter than Tabasco sauce, this Indian hybrid is not to be taken lightly.

GUAJILLO

SHU 8 , 0 0 0

This popular Mexican variety can grow up to 8 inches and turns a deep mahogany in color. It is usually dried and made into chili powder and used in many Mexican dishes. It has a medium heat to it.

HABANERO CHOCOLATE

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The chocolate-brown, lantern shaped fruit are about 2 inches long and have a unique, rich flavor. The fruit ripens from emerald green to chocolate brown. These rank among some of the hottest peppers, use in moderation.

HABANERO ORANGE

SHU 350,000

A blistering hot pepper 40 times hotter than a Jalapeno. Wrinkled fruit is 1-inch long with a tapered end. Peppers begin as light green then turn to golden-orange.

JALAPENO ‘EARLY’

SHU 10,000

Everyone’s favorite hot pepper (3-4 inches) that sustains heavy yields over a long season. Ready to pick when dark green and will deliver a wallop of pure heat.

JALAPENO ‘TAM’

SHU 1,500

This mild, longer variety of Jalapeno was developed at Texas A&M University. This pepper contains all the wonderful flavor of Jalapeno without the fire and can be harvested green or red.

KOREAN DARK GREEN

SHU 4,000

This Korean heirloom produces 3-4 inch long peppers that have a medium heat with great flavor. They are great for making authentic Kim Chee and other Korean dishes.

PASILLA ‘BAJIO’

SHU 250

When fresh this thin-walled pepper (8-10 inches) is called “chilaca” and is used mainly for its rich, smoky flavoring in sauces. Ready to harvest when fruit turns a dark brown.

PEPPERONCINI ‘GOLDEN GREEK’

SHU 900

These delicious Greek peppers (2-3 inches) are sweet and have a very mild heat to them. Very popular for pickling. This high-yielding variety adds zing to salads and sweet, mild salsas.

Hot Peppers PEQUIN

SHU 58,000

The pequin has a smokiness quality with mixed levels of heat and fruitiness. In terms of overall heat, they hover near the middle of the pepper scale, slightly hotter than cayenne. Their shape is an elongated oval.

SCOTCH BONNET ORANGE

SHU 350,000

Scotch bonnet may sound timid, but it is nothing of the sort. Its one of the spicier peppers with a sweet flavor. Peppers change from green to colors ranging from yellow to red. Used regularly in Jamaican and Caribbean cooking.

SCOTCH BONNET RED

SHU 350,000

This fiery variety produces short and squat fruits that ripen from a light green to bright red.

The plant itself grows in a bush formation and is late to mature.

SERRANO ‘DEL SOL’

SHU 23,000

An impressive first hybrid version of Serrano that produces fruit twice the size and earlier than the original. Versatile variety that’s not excessively hot and excellent for pickling.

SERRANO ‘TAMPEQUINO’

SHU 5,000

This little pepper with a big kick is very popular in salsas, sauces and soups. Variety can be harvested green or red but be prepared for some heat either way.

SYRIAN GOAT HORN

SHU 50,000

These bright red hot pepper that are hotter then a cayenne, can grow up to 7-8 inches long.

They can grow to a curled point similar to a horn. Used mostly as a drying pepper in Syria.

TABASCO

SHU 50,000

This famous heirloom, that made Tabasco sauce famous, is very hot but has a delicious flavor.

Plants grow to 4 feet tall and are covered with small, thin peppers.

THAI CHILI

SHU 100,000

These peppers can grow up to 3 inches in length and up to 1/2 inch in width. The flesh has a meaty texture and encases many tiny seeds. It is a common chili to use in East Asian cooking, especially in making curry pastes.

Hot Peppers TRINIDAD SCORPIAN

SHU 1,200,000

This variety is one of the hottest peppers out right now. It sure looks the part with a deep red orange wrinkled skin that is in the shape of a lantern. Rated hottest pepper by the New Mexico Chile Institute.

TUNISIAN BAKLOUTI

SHU 5,000

This Tunisian variety bares long cone shaped peppers that has a good kick to them when fresh, but takes on a more mild taste when cooked. Used a lot in North African dishes.

Melons CAVAILLON ESPAGNOL Large, oblong fruit that is filled with delicious green flesh. A very rare, old melon that was first listed in a German seed catalog in 1893.

CHARENTAIS A famous, superb French heirloom (2-3 pounds) with light grey-green skin and brilliant orange flesh that’s super sweet and very fragrant. Perfect for making sorbet.

CRANE The light orange flesh of this local heirloom melon (4-7 pounds) is exceptionally sweet, juicy and highly aromatic. This vine-ripened variety was created in Sonoma County in the early 1900s.

GALIA This Israeli variety has a lightly netted golden-yellow rind with a pale, glacial-green succulent flesh that has a signature spicy, sweet flavor with tropical and perfumed fragrance.

GREEN NUTMEG A wonderful medium-sized melon (2-3 pounds) that has a heavily-netted skin with rich, sweet and delicious green flesh. This variety has a heavy aroma and a unique spiciness.

HALE’S BEST Simply delicious. Strongly scented, very juicy. The melons reach 7 inches long and about 6 inches in diameter. Strong vining plants that can spread 5 feet wide and reach about a foot tall.

Matures in the hottest summer weather.

HAOGEN Unusual but dependable Israeli variety (1-3 pounds) has juicy, light green flesh with a tangy flavor. Thin, mottled green skin turns yellow with age.

HEARTS OF GOLD These aromatic heirloom melons (2-3 pounds) have firm, juicy, and flavorful flesh. This variety was first produced in 1914.

NOIR DES CARMES One of the easiest to grow yet one of the most luxurious melons, this orange-fleshed French heirloom is sweet and deeply satisfying to eat.

Melons PETIT GRIS DE RENNES The “Little Grey” (2-3 pounds) is the creme de la creme of French cantaloupes. Features orange flesh that’s sweet like brown sugar.

RETATO DEGLI ORTOLANI Very sweet melon (3-4 pounds) with distinctive netting of the skin. Deep orange flesh is known as the main melon in Italian cuisine.

TIGGER

Vibrant yellow fruit with brilliant fire-red , zigzag stripes ( a few fruit may be solid yellow) , simply beautiful! Fragrant melons with a rich , sweet , intoxicating aroma. Small in size, the fruits weigh up to 1 lb. Heavy yielder's, even in dry climate.

Watermelon ALI BABA Fantastic red, oblong variety (12-30 pounds) from Iraq that is now a rare find. The flavor is superb, very sweet and luscious, and the texture is very crisp for this vigorous plant.

ASAHI MIYAKO This Japanese melon (5-8 pounds) is earlier than most. A hard variety to find, the striped green-skinned watermelon has thirst-quenching red, sweet flesh.

DESERT KING One of the most drought resistant varieties (20 pounds), this watermelon has a light pea-green rind making it less susceptible to sun burning. One of the more popular yellow-fleshed types.

EARLY MOONBEAM This lemon-yellow colored flesh is exceptionally sweet, crisp and an early producer of 3-8 pound thin-skinned fruit. Harvest when watermelon sounds hollow when tapped.

GOLDEN RUSSIAN An extremely flavorful and juicy heirloom (5-10 pounds) from the Ukraine, this delicious bright yellow flesh will surprise your taste buds.

KLONDIKE One of the best tasting watermelons on the market. This sweet, scarlet red variety (up to 30 pounds) has a green rind with dark green stripes.

MOON AND STARS This legendary heirloom variety can grow to over 40 Ilbs. The dark green rind has bright yellow spots ranging from tiny to several inches across, leading to it’s name. Its has very sweet, brilliant red flesh.

ORANGEGLO Very beautiful, sweet , deep orange flesh has an almost tropical flavor to it. One of the better tasting watermelons around, this variety also has high yields.

SUGAR BABY This very sweet, fine-textured fruit (6-10 pounds) has red flesh and small seeds. This mouthwatering variety is the standard for the icebox watermelons

Watermelon SWEET DAKOTA ROSE Striped fruit, nearly round and weigh 8-15lbs. Superior flavor, sunburn resistant, and has very few seeds. Thin, firm rind.

TENDERSWEET Lovely oblong fruit with stunningly beautiful and incredibly delicious orange flesh that is high in sugar content.

WHITE SUGAR LUMP This rare watermelon (5-10 pounds) has a refreshingly sweet taste. First carried by a small seed company in the 1950’s with the slogan “sweet as sugar, that’s why we call them Sugar Lumps.

Winter Squash BUTTERCUP BURGESS This squat and blocky squash turns a deep grey green when mature with a grey ‘button’ on the blossom end. Ranging in size from 3-5lbs. the Buttercup has a deep orange fibreless interior that has a very rich and sweet flavor.

BUTTERNUT — RUGOSA The “violin” heirloom butternut of Italy (4 pounds) is a fine eating squash that is rare in the United States. Its fine flesh is neither watery or overly dry and quite delicious.

BUTTERNUT — WALTHAM This popular butternut is prized for its straight neck, rich, dry yellow-orange flesh, nutty flavor and high-yielding vines. Fruits are 3-6 pounds and exceptional keepers.

DELICATA — BUSH This bush variety is great for small space gardening because its only spreads to about 4-6 feet.

Traditional skin coloring with a sweet nutty flavor with hints of brown sugar and butter. All American Selection winner.

DELICATA — HONEYBOAT Perfectly sized for stuffing and baking. This variety of Delicata is sweeter then the original and has a tan skin with green stripes.

DELICATA — SUGAR DUMPLING This fine grained inner flesh has exceedingly high sugar content and deep orange flesh when ripe.

A versatile variety that can be baked, roasted, stuffed or mashed to be used in any number of various dishes.

GOLDEN HUBBARD Introduced in 1898, this all-time American favorite is starchy, nutty and has fine-grained flesh that’s good for baking and roasting. Fruits are 8-12 pounds and store well.

KABOCHA — BLACK FOREST This round and squat variety has a dark blue green skin similar to Buttercups but without a ‘button’ on the bottom. It can grow to about 5lbs. and contains a medium dry yet sweet flesh.

MARINA DI CHIOGGIA The heirloom “sea pumpkin” of Chioggia (10 pounds) is a large, turban-shaped fruit that is blue-green. One of the most beautiful and unique of all squash with sweet flesh for making pies.

Winter Squash NEW ENGLAND SUGAR PIE This super sweet, fine-fleshed heirloom pumpkin wins hands down for best variety for making pies. The flesh is thick and meaty with few seeds.

SIBLEY This is a Slow Food Ark of Taste variety (8-10 pounds) that has orange flesh that becomes drier and richer with storage.

SPAGHETTI One of the more commercialized winter squash varieties, this type is best baked or boiled to fork out the spaghetti-like flesh and top with your favorite sauce. Easy to grow in a garden or containers.

SWEET MEAT This variety has a creamy dense texture but its flavor is rich, buttery and distinctive. One of the best-keeping winter squash, sweet meat is one of the most versatile to cook with.

TABLE QUEEN ACORN Very vigorous and highly productive plants bear fruit 3-4 inches long with a thick, pale orange flesh with excellent flavor. This open pollinated squash is one of the easiest acorn varieties to grow and one of the most popular.

TROMBONCINO Tender, mild, sweet and nutty when harvested as summer squash at 8-12�. When the green/ tan fruits grow very long, they are best baked as winter squash. Its vines are rampant and should be trellised.

WINTER LUXURY PIE This variety makes the most velvety pumpkin pie. Very productive plant of medium-sized fruit that has thick, sweet and sugary flesh that’s deep golden in color. Stores well throughout winter.

Pumpkins DILL’S ATLANTIC GIANT This variety produces world record-size pumpkins. It is the grand-daddy of all giant pumpkins.

Try breaking the 1,337-pound record yourself.

GALEUX D’EYSINES Popular French heirloom with a sweet, slightly nutty orange flesh that is smooth and tender.

Perfect for soup or baked breads.

HOWDEN The perfect Halloween carving pumpkin. This plant produces 15-pound bright orange pumpkins that are the same types sold at supermarkets and roadside farm stands.

ROUGE D’ETAMPES Known as the Cinderella Pumpkin, this variety is a beautiful French heirloom. The sweet, orange flesh is used for pumpkin or squash pie.

Herbs BLUE HYSSOP Excellent for attracting bees and butterflies on bright blue flowers , the large green leaves are striking with their silver undersides. Long blooming. No deadheading needed; Cut back in mid-spring to a height of 3 to 4”.

BORAGE Freely seeding, easy growing annual plant with vivid blue flowers and leaves with the flavor of cucumbers. Considered an herb but is often grown as a flower in vegetable gardens where it attracts pollinating bees and is considered a good companion for tomatoes.

CHAMOMILE Beautiful small flowers cover this attractive herb. When dried the flowers can be used to make a delicious tea with a sweet fruity fragrance, and reputed medicinal value.

CHERVIL Often called French parsley, chervil is an essential herb of French cooking. The finely divided leaves resemble parsley but they have a distinct yet delicate licorice or anise flavor.

CHIVES—ONION Chives are easy to grow, require little maintenance and come back year after year. Great for containers with edible flowers that make a tasty chive vinegar.

CHIVES— GARLIC These flat tender leaves carry a flavor that is in-between garlic and onion. They are delicious in salads and spreads. The flowers are edible as well with dainty white florets.

CILANTRO An herb with a thousand uses in the kitchen. The fine stems, leafiness and flavor can be used in soups or chopped and incorporated into any cuisine.

DILL—FERNLEAF Branching from the base, these dwarf plants have ornamental ferny leaves and are ideal for containers. Likes full sun.

DILL—SUPER DUKAT These finely divided feathery leaflets are used fresh sprinkled over salads or with other vegetables. This herb is also slower to bolt.

Herbs EPAZOTE Used in traditional Mexican cooking. Pungent flavor with a refreshing minty aftertaste. Self seeds meaning you will need to keep an eye on it because it multiplies easily.

FENNEL—BRONZE This non-bulbing tender perennial or annual grows 3-4 ft. tall. It’s bronze –tinged foliage is used for salads, and garnish.

ITALIAN PARSLEY This superior flat-leaved variety brings a tantalizing flavor to many different types of cuisine. A favorite herb that is included in most herbal mixtures.

LOVAGE The flavor is a cross between parsley and celery. Emperor Charlemagne so loved lovage that he ordered it grown in all his gardens. Its seeds were often used in a love potion, hence the name.

MARJORAM The warm, sweet flavor of marjoram makes it a favorite culinary herb. Sweet marjoram has aromatic, gray leaves with satiny textures and bloom clusters that consist of handsome green petals and small white flowers.

MINT—CHOCOLATE Chocolate mint leaves have a delightful minty chocolate flavor, much like the classic Girl Scout cookie. Plants open lavender blooms in late summer. Tolerates light frost.

MINT—KENTUCKY COLONEL Highly aromatic, this culinary herb is perfect for Mint Juleps. It will readily make itself at home in full sun to partial shade in moist soil.

MINT—MOJITO The search is over for the ideal mint to flavor the popular cocktail for which it's named. Genuinely Cuban, the herb provides the distinct, and complex taste to the celebrated beverage. The plants will reach 18-24 inches tall.

MINT—MOROCCAN Moroccan Mint is a medium sized perennial, with a spreading nature. The soft, bright green leaves are small, close set and toothed along the margins. Used for the traditional Moroccan Mint Tea , the aroma and flavor of this culinary herb are sweet and complex.

Herbs MINT—PEPPERMINT Lushest growth occurs in moist soil in partial shade. Crush fresh leaves into water for a refreshing beverage, or add to iced tea. Plants open lavender blooms in late summer. Tolerates light frost.

MEXICAN TARRAGON This herb has a pleasant anise flavor, making it a great substitute for the more mild French Tarragon. Bush can grow up to 2 ft tall. Produces small marigold like yellow flowers at the end of the season.

OREGANO — GREEK A true Greek Oregano with a heavy oregano aroma that’s great for pizza and cooking. Produces dark green leaves with white flowers.

OREGANO — SICILIAN This clumping oregano does not spread by runners. This incredibly pungent oregano is intense and has a wonderfully woodsy flavor.

OREGANO — WILD ZAATAR This herb grows wild in Israel, Jordan and surrounding areas. The leaves are more compact then other oreganos with grey green leaves. The flavor is a mix between Oregano, Thyme and Marjoram.

ROSEMARY — SPICE ISLAND This unique variety of rosemary makes it one of the most versatile. As a culinary seasoning, it compliments not only meats and vegetables but also brings a zingy flavor to breads.

ROSEMARY — TUSCAN BLUE This aromatic needle-like foliage forms an upright hedge quickly. Takes to pruning well and is perfect for screening. Very flavorful spice for cooking

SAGE— BERGARRTEN Large oval leaves set this variety apart from typical sage varieties. Also known as Garden Sage this attractive plant has an earthy aroma and flavor. Purple flowers.

SAGE— COMMON Common sage takes the form of a low shrub that can be wider than it is tall. The soft gray-green foliage is great in pots or the garden. While cooks appreciate the distinctive taste and scent of sage, gardeners also enjoy its velvety, evergreen foliage, and delicate blooms.

Herbs SAGE—PURPLE As a native desert plant, sage bushes are accustomed to drought and heavy sun. They provide beautiful purple flowers throughout the year, making them a worthwhile addition to any garden. .

SAVORY - SUMMER This summer herb is known to be the most subtle and delicate of the savories both in taste and character. The slender light green leaves are a well-composed duet of both thyme and mint.

SAVORY—WINTER Hardy semi-evergreen bush has branching roots which produce a woody base. The glossy, dark green leaves are about an inch long, opposite, and lance shaped, widening at the tips. Plant in dry, well-drained soil.

SHISO — GREEN This green that belongs to the mint family is a staple in Asian cooking. It carries a distinct cinnamon/clove flavor. Bares edible flowers.

SHISO — RED This beautifully rich purple leaf herb is a staple in Asian cooking. It bares edible flowers. The flavor is a distinct cinnamon/clove aroma.

TARRAGON — FRENCH The aromatic leaves of this herb are used fresh or dried to flavor salads egg and cheese dishes.

This perennial has shiny, dark green leaves that grow vigorously and spread quickly.

THYME — ENGLISH An invaluable seasoning in the kitchen, this herb has a subtle woodsy flavor that complements a multitude of foods. Considered to be a staple for chefs. Also an excellent container variety.

THYME — FRENCH A bushy plant with an upright growth habit, this herb has narrow leaves that are grayer and sweeter than English thyme. Flowers are a light pink color in spring.

THYME — LEMON Upright plant that carries a fantastic citrus flavor. The compact leaves are bright green and can be used for culinary uses or as ornamental bedding.

Lettuce BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON An old reliable lettuce with large, crispy leaves that are ruffled. Very consistent yields and excellent to plant in the spring, early summer or fall. Also slow to bolt.

BUTTERCRUNCH This is a classic butterhead lettuce that produces a dynamic and delicious taste. This variety features a nice firm head with a slightly buttery flavor. Also very heat tolerant.

CANARY TONGUE Also known as oak-leafed lettuce, this variety is tender, mild tasting and crisp with dense, light green heads. Performs exceptionally well in the fall and spring.

FORELLENSCLUSS (FLASHY TROUT’S BACK) This Austrian heirloom of the romaine family which means “speckled like a trout,” features bright green, tasty leaves that are spotted with burgundy splotches.

LITTLE GEM An old English heirloom, this lettuce is considered one of the very best tasting. This very small, green romaine type is an excellent salad lettuce with a distinctive nutty flavor.

LOLLA ROSSA Deep magenta-colored leaves with tiny frills are the trademark of this very mild tasting Italian heirloom. The slow growing open heads remain compact until harvesting.

MARVEL OF FOUR SEASONS This tasty, attractive-looking French heirloom has beautiful reddish leaves with cranberry-red tips. The crinkly rosette in the middle of the head looks like a flower.

MAY QUEEN Famous European heirloom butterhead. This early maturing lettuce is ideal for the early spring plantings. The leaves are pale green heads tinged with red and the sweet, pale yellow hearts have a pink blush to them.

OUTREDGEOUS One of the reddest romaines, this is a standard for salad growers because of its mild taste and splashy color. It can be harvested as a baby or fully mature when a loose head forms.

Lettuce PARRIS ISLAND This multi-purpose romaine is commonly used for baby leaf lettuce because of its quick growth rate. If grown to maturity it makes for an excellent headed variety.

RED OAKLEAF This variety is a great option for loose leaf harvesting throughout the entire year. With its rich color and serrated leaves it is a great addition to any salad.

RED SAILS This bitter-free lettuce features deep bronze-red crinkly leaves and is a perfect partner for greenleaf varieties. Slow bolting for a red variety, it can also be planted year round.

UBRIACONA This Italian heirloom is a loose-leaf variety with red outer leaves and green leaves inside. It is ready to harvest when leaves are crisp and the head is loose.

Arugula BROADLEAF Pungent nutty and peppery flavors. Performs best in full sun and in light, sandy, well-drained soils from spring to mid-summer.

RUSTIC Rustic leaf arugula has similar taste qualities to the cultivated variety. Its beautiful jagged leaves are perfect to mix with regular arugula.

Asian Greens KAI LAN Native to China and related to broccoli. Green flower heads at the top. Thick, flat, glossy green leaves. Stems are thick and small. Leaves, stem and head can be eaten. A bit sweeter than broccoli.

GREEN MIZUNA Mild flavored mustard with a pleasant bitter taste. Grows quickly in partial shade. Great addition to those spring and summer gardens.

RUBY STREAKS MUSTARD Deeply serrated, attractive mustard. Delicate texture and mild. Flavor is sweet and slightly pungent. Color ranges from dark green with red veins to dark maroon.

PURPLE MIZUNA Deep purple leaves and stems. Hardy with mild and sweet flavors. Can be enjoyed fresh in salads or last minute in stir-fries.

TATSOI Oriental mustard with spoon shaped leaves. Full of flavor and very tender. Harvest anytime during growth.

Chard FORDHOOK GIANT Succulent celery-like stalks support large, dark green, very savoyed fleshy leaves. This delicate stalk is wonderfully tender and juicy. A cold-hardy variety that is just as tolerant of the heat.

BRIGHT YELLOW Brilliant yellow ribs set this chard apart from other varieties. These hardy plants can withstand the cold and are consistent producers throughout the season.

RAINBOW This tender variety has multi-colored stalks of yellow, white, orange, pink and red. Rainbow chard has an assertive texture and its flavor is mildly salty and sweet.

RHUBARB The candy-apple colored stems with dark green and red-veined leaves make this variety a standout in a salad mix.

Spinach BLOOMSDALE This popular heirloom variety was first introduced into the culinary community in 1826.

Bloomsdale has a more substantial winter greens taste and texture than standard spinach.

RED KITTEN Great producer of green leaves with red veins throughout. Can be harvested early for baby greens mixes or can mature to a larger fuller head of spinach later in the season.

GIGANTE D’INVERNO This European heirloom produces large, broad, deep green leaves well into the fall and winter months in many areas; this flavorful variety comes to us from Italy. The English name is Giant of Winter.

Broccoli DI CICCO Excellent choice for extended harvests for home gardens. Vigorous plants yield 3-4�, blue-green heads. After cutting the main head, more side shoots develop, producing many more small to medium-sized heads through summer.

Collard Greens CHAMPION Collards grow fast and produce tender leaves. They need fertile, well-drained soil and enjoy full sun or partial shade.

Kale TUSCAN This Italian heirloom variety is considered to be the tastiest of the true kales, and due to its dark green leaves, the most nutritious as well.

RED RUSSIAN Very tender compared to other kales with leaves that are flat, jagged and dark green highlighted by purple veins.

SCARLETT Dark green kale with red veines, frilly, tightly curled leaves. Vigorous performer with good cold tolerance. Begin harvesting when young, and allow to grow well into the early winter.

DWARF SIBERIAN Low, compact plants with finely curled, bluish-green leaves. Grows best in cool weather but will also withstand some heat. Can be grown as a spring or fall crop. Leaves are rich in vitamins, low in calories.

Kohlrabi PURPLE VIENNA Green leaves and bulbs with red skin. Tender sweet white flesh. Grows in Spring and Fall.

Pick small (2-3”) for best taste and texture.

WHITE VIENNA Round, above-ground “bulbs” with light green, smooth skin. It has a creamy white, tender flesh. Flavor is mild and sweet. This kohlrabi is superb raw or steamed.

Fennel DI PARMA Alpine fennel with a small white bulb, this variety has excellent flavor and texture. Usually sliced thin and added to salads.

ROMANESCO Classic fennel from Rome that has a large head with tightly-wrapped stalks. Tastes best when roasted with olive oil.

Beets CHIOGGIA Chioggia has striking deep pink and white spirals and an especially sweet flavor. It can be planted at two-week intervals for continuous harvests.

DETROIT DARK RED The most popular, all-purpose red beet. It is uniform and smooth. Has a striking deep blood red flesh that is incredibly sweet and tasty.

GOLD Smooth golden roots with bright yellow flesh retain their color when cooked.

Excellent, sweet flavor. Leaves and petioles are green.

Onions CABERNET Produces medium-large globe-shaped onions with deep red color. Earlier harvest than long-day reds without sacrificing size. Good internal color with 4-6 month storage.

TROPEANA LUNGA (RED TORPEDO) An Italian heirloom, its skin is reddish-purple in color. Its flesh is sweet, mild and tender with light rose-colored rings.

YELLOW OF PARMA This hard-to-find Italian heirloom is large and golden with an oblong-globe shape. Averaging a pound each, this late maturing variety is absolutely delicious and great for storing.

WALLA WALLA Famous for its size and super sweetness, it’s best to harvest the 4-inch golden-skinned bulbs early for mildest flavor. A must have for onion ring lovers.

WHITE SPEAR Tall, upright, blue-green leaves. Thick, cylindrical, white shanks with leaves that resist breaking perfect as green onions for garnishing. Heat-resistant, large bunching onions.

Leeks GIGANTE D’IVERNO The “Giant Winter Leek” features large blue/green tops with thick white bottoms and is very resistant to cold weather.

KING RICHARD Beautiful full-sized leeks. White stems are over a foot long to the first leaf. Upright, medium green leaves.

Artichokes GREEN GLOBE 3”-5” heads with wonderfully thick, flavorful hearts. Expect 3-4 heads throughout summer.

Will remain productive at least 5 years.

VIOLETTO This violet-bracted ‘choke has small, oval, slightly elongated flower heads that measure 3 inches wide by 5 inches long. A bit later maturing that Green Globd, Violetto will produce abundant crops of mouthwatering artichokes for at least 4 years.

Bush Bean NICKEL Found to be heat tolerant , Nickel beans produced in abundance on sturdy compact plants. The plants develop strong, erect branches that hold flavorful, 4 inch long, dark green pods off the ground.

SOLEIL This yellow French bean has an unparalleled flavor that makes a wonderful addition to any gourmet meal. Slender, sunny yellow pods are at their peak flavor when 6 inches long. The upright, 2 foot tall plants are adorned with loads of beans throughout the summer.

Cardoon CARDOON Grown for its thick, fleshy stalks, it has a mild flavor reminiscent of artichoke hearts. Large, prickly arching leaves, topped with round, purple flowers in the midsummer. Cardoon can reach up to 5ft tall and 4ft wide. Enjoys well drained soil.