Landreth Order

Long Island Improved Brussel Sprout

Plant seeds .5 inch deep indoors and transplant in June or July. Germinates in 10 days. Space 1 foot apart, 2.5 feet between rows. Harvest in cool weather of fall. This is the old favorite, introduced in the 1890's, known for its flavor, heavy yields and hardiness. Plants are semi dwarf, growing to 22 in. Sprouts are 1-2 in.

De Cicco Broccoli

For early crop, plant indoors in early March and transplant outside in April. Plant seed 5 inches deep and transplant to 1 foot apart. An Italian heirloom that produces earlier than Calabrese brought to the US in 1890. Plants are 24-36 in. high and produce a 3-4 in. tender central head followed by numerous side shoots. The leaves can also be eaten.

Chioggia Beets

Plant in early spring and late summer. Soak seeds overnight, then plant .5 inch deep, 1-2 inches apart in rows separated by 18-24 inches. Thin to 3 inches apart when greens are large enough to eat. Germinates in 8 days. This beet is an Italian heirloom, one of the prettiest sliced beets with alternating pink and white concentric circles. Tops are green with pink stems. Flavor is pleasingly sweet.

Christmas Pole Lima Beans

Plant in hills, 4 to 5 seeds per hill, 3 inches apart. Germinates in 7 days. The Christmas Pole Lima is a speckled pole lima bean that was first cultivated in the United States around 1840. It is grown for its beautiful seeds which are cream, heavily speckled with deep maroon. The beans have a buttery texture and a rich nutty flavor. They can be used green shelled or dry and they keep their colors even after cooking. The plants are very aggressive growers reaching a height of 10 feet and producing large quantities of 4-6 inch pods which each contain 4-5 beans. The plants do well in hot and humid conditions.

Scarlet Runner Emperor

Plant in spring, 1 inch, 6-12 inches apart in rows separated by 2-3 feet. Seeds germinate in 7 days. In temperatures above 90 degrees, pods will not set. Pod production will resume in fall. Used by Native Americans, the large sturdy 10 ft. vines produce very showy scarlet flowers in clusters. The pods are fat and fuzzy. The huge beans are purple and black and used to make bean jewelry. Plants prefer cool weather.

Red Kidney Beans (Bush)

Plant seeds 1 inch deep, 4 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Plant once soil temperature has reached 65 degrees. Make succession plantings every 2-3 weeks. Germinates in 7 days. Possibly grown as early as 7000 BC in Mexico. Bean dries well and is used in soups and for baking. Pods are 6 in.

Fairytale Eggplant

Start indoors 8 weeks before last frost date. Germinates in 10 days. Transplant outdoors 2-3 weeks after last frost date when soil is at least 65 degrees. Plant 18-24 inches apart with 36 inches between rows. Plants require at least 70 degrees to set fruit. 2005 All America Selections Winner. This is an eggplant like no other in the world. An eggplant has not won the All America award since 1939 and this one was bred to be the perfect container plant. The beautiful dwarf plants, 18-24 in., have soft green foliage and bright lavender flowers and produce eggplants in 55 days. The fruits grow in clusters of 3-5 and should be harvested when about 4 in. by 1 1/2 in.. The fruits are elongated with lavender skin streaked with white stripes. They are quite sweet and bitter free.

Henderson's Dwarf Butter Beans (Bush)

Plant in late spring and mid-summer. Plant 1.5 inches deep and 3 inches apart, with 2.5-3 feet between rows. Germinates in 6 days. Introduced in 1888 by Peter Henderson & Co. One of the most famous varieties ever developed and still popular today. In 1888, Henderson offered $100 in cash for plants bearing the most pods. Beans are white with a buttery flavor. Pods are 3 in.

Giant Stringless Beans (Bush)

Plant in late spring when soil temperature has reached 70 degrees, 1 inch deep every 3 inches with  2.5 feet between rows. Earlier strain of Burpee's Stringless, very tender, meaty beans. Brittle, 6 in. pods.

Jersey Giant Asparagus Roots

Plant roots in early spring in 12-15 inch deep trenches, 18 inches apart, with 4 feet between beds. Harvest in 12-24 months. Keep roots dry and away from heat. Open bundle immediately. Roots are 2 years old. You can expect a full harvest in 3 years. Visit our How to Grow article for a detailed description on growing.

Fava (Aquadulce) Beans (Bush)

Plant as soon as the soil can be worked, 1 inch deep every 3 inches with  2.5 feet between rows. Listed by the French seedhouse, Vilmorin-Andrieux, in 1885 as "Agua-Dulce Long Podded". Plants grow to 3 ft. and produce 12-16 in. long pods. Extremely cold tolerant. In southern or coastal areas sow in fall for spring crop.

 Parsley, Triple Curled Forest Green

Parsley seed is very, very slow to germinate. It usually takes 3-4 weeks. To speed up germination, soak seeds for at least 24 hours before planting. Parsley can be grown in many types of soil and does not need a rich, fertile soil to do well. Parsley also makes an excellent container plant. One plant can be grown in a 4-6 inch pot. Direct seed thinly, planting seed ¼ inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 4-6 inches. Biennial. 12 in. plant. Densely curled dark green leaves on short stems. Mild flavor. Beautiful ornamental plant. 

Texas Early Grano Onions

Vidalia type onion. Large, yellow skinned globe. Sweet, mild flavor. Limited keeper. Short Day.

Southern Giant Curled Mustard

Direct seed in early to mid-spring for a summer crop and mid- to late summer for a fall crop. Seed should be sown thinly and planted ½ inch deep, in rows 18 inches apart. Seedlings should be thinned to 6-8 inches apart. The thinnings can be used as baby greens in salads. AAS Introduced in the 1740's, this is an old favorite that is still very popular. Plants grow 18-24 in. tall. Leaves are green with frilled edges. Plants tolerate cold and are good for spring or summer planting. Mild, pungent flavor.

Parris Island Cos Lettuce

Best direct seeded in succession plantings, starting 2-3 weeks before the last frost date. Seeds should be planted ½ inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart and thinned to 8-12 inches apart. They also make excellent fall crops. Seeds should be planted 8-10 weeks before the first frost date. Leaf lettuce and mesclun can begin to be harvested when the leaves are approximately 3 inches long. Also known as Romaine Blonde Marachiere, this lettuce was introduced before 1868. Heads are conical with light green leaves with strong midribs. Excellent flavor.

Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce

Best direct seeded in succession plantings, starting 2-3 weeks before the last frost date. Seeds should be planted ½ inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart and thinned to 8-12 inches apart. They also make excellent fall crops. Seeds should be planted 8-10 weeks before the first frost date. Leaf lettuce and mesclun can begin to be harvested when the leaves are approximately 3 inches long. Introduced in 1850, this is one of the most popular and reliable loose leaved lettuces. Light green, crinkled leaves have crisp flavor. Easy to grow. Heat and drought tolerant

Mervielle Des Quatre Saisons Lettuce

Best direct seeded in succession plantings, starting 2-3 weeks before the last frost date. Seeds should be planted ½ inch deep in rows 12-18 inches apart and thinned to 8-12 inches apart. They also make excellent fall crops. Seeds should be planted 8-10 weeks before the first frost date. Leaf lettuce and mesclun can begin to be harvested when the leaves are approximately 3 inches long. Introduced before 1885. This lettuce is an exquisite French heirloom whose outer leaves are a brilliant burgundy red. The heart is pale green. Heads are 6 10 in. Holds flavor in heat, but will bolt.

Spacemaster Bush Cucumber

Cucumbers will not tolerate any frost. Seed can be started indoors, 3-4 weeks before the last frost date, but seeds and seedlings should be exposed to bottom heat and kept in the sunniest window possible to prevent the plants from getting leggy. Seeds can also be direct seeded once the soil temperature has warmed to 70 degrees. Seed should be planted ½ inch deep. Cucumbers do best when planted in hills, four plants to a hill, with hills 4-6 feet apart. This is an excellent container vegetable. The dwarf, 36 in., vines produce 8 in. dark green fruit. The plants are adaptable to most climates and soil conditions.

English Seedless Cucumber

Cucumbers will not tolerate any frost. Seed can be started indoors, 3-4 weeks before the last frost date, but seeds and seedlings should be exposed to bottom heat and kept in the sunniest window possible to prevent the plants from getting leggy. Seeds can also be direct seeded once the soil temperature has warmed to 70 degrees. Seed should be planted ½ inch deep. Cucumbers do best when planted in hills, four plants to a hill, with hills 4-6 feet apart. This is the old hybrid cucumber which produces cukes that can be as long as 2 feet, but are best when harvested around 1 foot. The cucumbers are nearly seedless and less bitter.

Homemade Pickles Cucumber

Cucumbers will not tolerate any frost. Seed can be started indoors, 3-4 weeks before the last frost date, but seeds and seedlings should be exposed to bottom heat and kept in the sunniest window possible to prevent the plants from getting leggy. Seeds can also be direct seeded once the soil temperature has warmed to 70 degrees. Seed should be planted ½ inch deep. Cucumbers do best when planted in hills, four plants to a hill, with hills 4-6 feet apart. Bush type plant. 5 in. medium green fruit. Excellent for pickling.

Tall Utah Celery

Celery seed must be started indoors 10-12 weeks before planting outside. Celery takes a long time to germinate between 2 and 3 weeks. Celery requires a constantly moist, but well-drained, fertile soil. Before transplanting outside, dig trenches 8-10 inches deep and 24-36 inches apart. After hardening off and when the danger of frost is over, plant the seedlings, 6-8 inches apart, in the trenches. Do not expose the seedlings to temperatures below 55 degrees for prolonged periods of time. Cold temperatures will cause the seedlings to bolt. As the plants grow cover the base and stalks with soil. This process is known as blanching. Celery stalks that are not blanched will become dark green and have a strong, harsh taste.  Medium green, 10 in. stalks.

Snowball Early Cauliflower

Cauliflowers are best planted in summer for a fall or winter harvest. Seeds can be started in flats in spring and transplanted 4-6 weeks later or direct seeded in late spring or early summer. Plants should be 18 inches apart in rows separated by 24-30 inches. Cauliflowers grow best in cool weather. Excessive heat will cause dwarf heads to form. Cauliflowers need to be fertilized frequently with a fertilizer that has a high middle number like 5-10-5. They require consistent moisture. For the whitest heads, pull the outer leaves over the heads as soon as the head starts to form and secure the leaves with a rubber band. Introduced by Peter Henderson in 1888, it has been the standard of early cauliflowers for many years. Plants are dwarf, with short stems, solid, round, pure white, 6 in. heads. Good for warm climates. Can also be grown as a fall crop in cooler climates.

Danvers Half Long Carrots

Carrots prefer a light, sandy loam soil, but they will grow in almost any type of soil. Long rooted carrots do not do well in heavy or clay soils because they become tough or misshapen as they grow through the difficult soil. Carrots should be direct seeded. They can be planted as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring. Do not plant carrots in freshly manured soil because fresh manure encourages forked roots. Carrot beds should have humus added the fall before sowing. Carrot seeds take a long time to germinate – 2-3 weeks. Soaking the seeds overnight before planting will speed up germination. Sow seed thinly and cover with about ½ inch of soil. Thin carrots twice. The first time separate the seedlings by 1 inch. The second time separate the plants by 3 inches. The thinnings can be eaten as baby carrots. Carrots can be planted throughout the spring and again in late summer for fall or winter harvest. If heavily mulched, carrots can be harvested throughout the winter. An American Heirloom which originated near Danvers, Massachusetts. Roots are deep orange, tapered, 6 8 in. long, nearly coreless, adaptable to many different soil types including heavier soils. Stores well.

Little Marvel Peas

Peas should be direct seeded as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring or about 8 weeks before the first frost for a fall crop. For pole varieties, plant seed 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart against a trellis made of chicken wire. For dwarf varieties, plant double rows spaced 8 inches apart leaving 3-4 feet on each side of the double row. Truly dwarf varieties (up to 24 inches) do not require trellising, but semi-dwarf varieties (over 24 inches) will require trellising. This pea was also known as American Wonder. The 15-20 in. plants produce large yields of very sweet, dark green peas throughout a long harvesting season.

Sugar Sprint Snap Peas

Peas should be direct seeded as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring or about 8 weeks before the first frost for a fall crop. For pole varieties, plant seed 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart against a trellis made of chicken wire. For dwarf varieties, plant double rows spaced 8 inches apart leaving 3-4 feet on each side of the double row. Truly dwarf varieties (up to 24 inches) do not require trellising, but semi-dwarf varieties (over 24 inches) will require trellising. A stringless, crunchy, sweet new variety. Plants are 2 3 ft. tall. Pods are 3 4 in. long.

Bolivian Rainbow Hot Peppers

Pepper plants should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Because peppers germinate slowly, pepper plants should be started with bottom heat applied to the flats. The bottom heat speeds up germination and seems to produce stronger seedlings. After one week of hardening off, plants should be transplanted to the garden or a container after all danger of frost has passed. Pepper plants are excellent container plants. Three pepper plants can be planted in a half barrel planter.Transplants in the garden should be planted 12-18 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Mix bone meal and cost or dried manure in the planting hole. If the soil is too rich or too much nitrogen fertilizer has been added to the soil, the plant will produce lush green leaves, but few peppers. As plants begin to blossom, dissolve a spoonful of Epsom salts in a spray bottle full of water and spray the leaves. The magnesium in the Epsom salts encourages early and prolific fruit set. Peppers should be harvested when they change color from green to red, yellow, orange, purple or brown. Once the color change occurs, sweet peppers become sweeter and hot peppers become hotter. The more you pick peppers, the more they will produce. This remarkably beautiful plant has purplish-green leaves and produces tiny, cone-shaped hot peppers (which are edible). The peppers start out purple, then turn yellow to orange and finish red. There is always a rainbow of colored peppers on the 2-3 foot plants. Maturity 80 days.

Hungarian Yellow Wax Hot Peppers

Pepper plants should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Because peppers germinate slowly, pepper plants should be started with bottom heat applied to the flats. The bottom heat speeds up germination and seems to produce stronger seedlings. After one week of hardening off, plants should be transplanted to the garden or a container after all danger of frost has passed. Pepper plants are excellent container plants. Three pepper plants can be planted in a half barrel planter.Transplants in the garden should be planted 12-18 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Mix bone meal and cost or dried manure in the planting hole. If the soil is too rich or too much nitrogen fertilizer has been added to the soil, the plant will produce lush green leaves, but few peppers. As plants begin to blossom, dissolve a spoonful of Epsom salts in a spray bottle full of water and spray the leaves. The magnesium in the Epsom salts encourages early and prolific fruit set. Peppers should be harvested when they change color from green to red, yellow, orange, purple or brown. Once the color change occurs, sweet peppers become sweeter and hot peppers become hotter. The more you pick peppers, the more they will produce. Also known as Hot Banana Pepper, this is an old Hungarian variety that will grow in colder climates as well as the deep South. The peppers are long banana shaped fruits that turn from green to yellow to red. Medium hot. Good pickled, canned or eaten fresh.

Jalapeno, Early Hot Peppers

Pepper plants should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Because peppers germinate slowly, pepper plants should be started with bottom heat applied to the flats. The bottom heat speeds up germination and seems to produce stronger seedlings. After one week of hardening off, plants should be transplanted to the garden or a container after all danger of frost has passed. Pepper plants are excellent container plants. Three pepper plants can be planted in a half barrel planter.Transplants in the garden should be planted 12-18 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Mix bone meal and cost or dried manure in the planting hole. If the soil is too rich or too much nitrogen fertilizer has been added to the soil, the plant will produce lush green leaves, but few peppers. As plants begin to blossom, dissolve a spoonful of Epsom salts in a spray bottle full of water and spray the leaves. The magnesium in the Epsom salts encourages early and prolific fruit set. Peppers should be harvested when they change color from green to red, yellow, orange, purple or brown. Once the color change occurs, sweet peppers become sweeter and hot peppers become hotter. The more you pick peppers, the more they will produce. Name comes from the Mexican city of Xalapa. Slow to germinate. Chipotle chilis are made from dried, mesquite smoked red jalapenos. Ripen from bright green to red. Very hot, 2 3 in. fruit.

Scotch Bonnet Hot Peppers

Pepper plants should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Because peppers germinate slowly, pepper plants should be started with bottom heat applied to the flats. The bottom heat speeds up germination and seems to produce stronger seedlings. After one week of hardening off, plants should be transplanted to the garden or a container after all danger of frost has passed. Pepper plants are excellent container plants. Three pepper plants can be planted in a half barrel planter.Transplants in the garden should be planted 12-18 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Mix bone meal and cost or dried manure in the planting hole. If the soil is too rich or too much nitrogen fertilizer has been added to the soil, the plant will produce lush green leaves, but few peppers. As plants begin to blossom, dissolve a spoonful of Epsom salts in a spray bottle full of water and spray the leaves. The magnesium in the Epsom salts encourages early and prolific fruit set. Peppers should be harvested when they change color from green to red, yellow, orange, purple or brown. Once the color change occurs, sweet peppers become sweeter and hot peppers become hotter. The more you pick peppers, the more they will produce. A blisteringly hot pepper that is similar to the Habanero. The peppers being as green but mature to red. The plants are quite tall and very prolific. Maturity 120 days.

California Wonder Peppers

Pepper plants should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Because peppers germinate slowly, pepper plants should be started with bottom heat applied to the flats. The bottom heat speeds up germination and seems to produce stronger seedlings. After one week of hardening off, plants should be transplanted to the garden or a container after all danger of frost has passed. Pepper plants are excellent container plants. Three pepper plants can be planted in a half barrel planter.Transplants in the garden should be planted 12-18 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Mix bone meal and cost or dried manure in the planting hole. If the soil is too rich or too much nitrogen fertilizer has been added to the soil, the plant will produce lush green leaves, but few peppers. As plants begin to blossom, dissolve a spoonful of Epsom salts in a spray bottle full of water and spray the leaves. The magnesium in the Epsom salts encourages early and prolific fruit set. Peppers should be harvested when they change color from green to red, yellow, orange, purple or brown. Once the color change occurs, sweet peppers become sweeter and hot peppers become hotter. The more you pick peppers, the more they will produce. This pepper is frequently the one grown as the Bell Pepper. Plants are easy to grow and prolific producers. The very large fruits ripen from green to red. The flavor is mildly sweet. Better used for stuffing than eaten raw in salads.

Bullnose or Bell Peppers

Pepper plants should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Because peppers germinate slowly, pepper plants should be started with bottom heat applied to the flats. The bottom heat speeds up germination and seems to produce stronger seedlings. After one week of hardening off, plants should be transplanted to the garden or a container after all danger of frost has passed. Pepper plants are excellent container plants. Three pepper plants can be planted in a half barrel planter.Transplants in the garden should be planted 12-18 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart. Mix bone meal and cost or dried manure in the planting hole. If the soil is too rich or too much nitrogen fertilizer has been added to the soil, the plant will produce lush green leaves, but few peppers. As plants begin to blossom, dissolve a spoonful of Epsom salts in a spray bottle full of water and spray the leaves. The magnesium in the Epsom salts encourages early and prolific fruit set. Peppers should be harvested when they change color from green to red, yellow, orange, purple or brown. Once the color change occurs, sweet peppers become sweeter and hot peppers become hotter. The more you pick peppers, the more they will produce. Also known as Large Sweet Spanish or Sweet Mountain, this pepper was introduced into the US in 1759. It originated in India. Originally used just for stuffing and pickling, the fruits are now a popular salad item. 4 in. by 3 in. fruits ripen from green to scarlet.

Bintje Potato

Plant potatoes when the soil temperature has reached 45 degrees. They prefer a loose, loamy soil that is slightly acidic, but they are not fussy and will grow in almost any soil environment as long as the soil is not constantly wet. Potatoes should be rotated on a three year schedule which means that after three years they can be planted in their original beds. Several weeks before planting till a small amount of compost and dehydrated cow manure into the soil. Potatoes do not like very rich soil. 1-2 days before planting cut the seed potatoes into chunks. Each chunk should contain three 'eyes' or buds. Plant the seed potatoes 6 inches deep, 15 inches apart, in rows, 2 and a half to 3 feet apart. When the stems of the plant are approximately 8 inches tall mound dirt up around the stem burying half the stem. Repeat when the stems have grown another 8 inches. The mounding will prevent the potatoes from growing out of the soil. Harvest baby potatoes 2-3 weeks after the plant has flowered. Harvest mature potatoes 2-3 weeks after the plant has died back in the fall. Harvest by digging around the plant about 12 inches from the stem. Potatoes can be as much as 12-18 inches deep. Potatoes can be harvested as long as the soil can be worked and, if mulched, can be harvested throughout most winters. An old variety from the Netherlands, this yellow skin, yellow flesh potato is very popular in Europe and #1 in the world. It makes exquisite French fries. Potatoes will begin shipping in February.

Maris Piper Potato

Plant potatoes when the soil temperature has reached 45 degrees. They prefer a loose, loamy soil that is slightly acidic, but they are not fussy and will grow in almost any soil environment as long as the soil is not constantly wet. Potatoes should be rotated on a three year schedule which means that after three years they can be planted in their original beds. Several weeks before planting till a small amount of compost and dehydrated cow manure into the soil. Potatoes do not like very rich soil. 1-2 days before planting cut the seed potatoes into chunks. Each chunk should contain three 'eyes' or buds. Plant the seed potatoes 6 inches deep, 15 inches apart, in rows, 2 and a half to 3 feet apart. When the stems of the plant are approximately 8 inches tall mound dirt up around the stem burying half the stem. Repeat when the stems have grown another 8 inches. The mounding will prevent the potatoes from growing out of the soil. Harvest baby potatoes 2-3 weeks after the plant has flowered. Harvest mature potatoes 2-3 weeks after the plant has died back in the fall. Harvest by digging around the plant about 12 inches from the stem. Potatoes can be as much as 12-18 inches deep. Potatoes can be harvested as long as the soil can be worked and, if mulched, can be harvested throughout most winters. An Irish-English heirloom with yellow skin and cream flesh. Abundant producer. Makes unbelievable mashed potatoes and is also good for frying.

Boston Marrow Pumpkin

Start squash and pumpkin seeds indoors, 3-4 weeks before the last frost date. Prior to transplanting, work generous amounts of compost or dried manure into the soil because squash and pumpkins love rich, well-drained soil. Never crowd squash. Competition for sun, space or nutrients will decrease the number of female flowers and thus the production. Transplant squash to hills, 3-4 plants per hill with at least 12 inches between plants. For bush varieties, hills should be 5 feet apart. For vining varieties, hills should be 10 feet apart. Covering the hills with 6 mm black polyethylene plastic is recommended. The plastic keeps the soil warm, protects against insects and soil borne pathogens, reduces weeding and leads to earlier and higher yields. Introduced before 1831, probably grown by the American Indians, this squash was considered, for many decades, the standard for winter squash. It has also been known as Autumnal Marrow. Boston Marrow squash are beautiful, 10 20 lb., 12 16 in. long, 9 12 in. diameter, rounded, fruit with intense reddish orange skin. Yellow orange flesh is thick, fine textured, tender and somewhat moist. Vine plant.

Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkins

Start squash and pumpkin seeds indoors, 3-4 weeks before the last frost date. Prior to transplanting, work generous amounts of compost or dried manure into the soil because squash and pumpkins love rich, well-drained soil. Never crowd squash. Competition for sun, space or nutrients will decrease the number of female flowers and thus the production. Transplant squash to hills, 3-4 plants per hill with at least 12 inches between plants. For bush varieties, hills should be 5 feet apart. For vining varieties, hills should be 10 feet apart. Covering the hills with 6 mm black polyethylene plastic is recommended. The plastic keeps the soil warm, protects against insects and soil borne pathogens, reduces weeding and leads to earlier and higher yields. Huge fruits can weigh hundreds of pounds. Requires plenty of space, water and fertilizer.

Cherry Belle Radish

Giant Nobel Spinach

Early Prolific Yellow Straightneck Squash

Zucchini Dark Green Squash

Waltham Butternut Squash

Rainbow Swiss Chard

Ground Cherry Tomatillo

A relative of, but not a, tomatillo, ground cherries have a citrus flavor and are used in preserves, pies and fruit salads. Known as early as 1837, the yellowish-orange fruits grow in a husk. Very prolific.

Principe Borghese Tomato

This is an Italian heirloom used primarily for sun-drying because of the extraordinary color and flavor when dehydrated. The dried fruits store well. The plants rarely grow over 36 in. but need staking because of the hundreds of fruits produced.

Wapsipinicon Peach Tomato

The "peach" tomatoes are so named because their skin is covered with a light fuzz similar to a peach. All of the "peach" tomatoes are exceptionally sweet, but the Wapsipinicon is the best of all. The indeterminate plants produce heavy yield of creamy yellow, 2 inch fruits. This tomato was introduced by Dennis Schlict, a seed saver, who named it after the Wapsipinicon River in Northeast Iowa.

Isis Candy Tomato

This unusual bi-colored cherry tomato produces ¾ inch fruit with yellow and red skin and yellow-gold marbling in the flesh. The flavor is sweet, rich and very fruity. The plants are very productive. Vines are indeterminate. Maturity 75 days

San Marzano Tomato

We have so many requests for this wonderful paste tomato that we decided to bring it back to our tomato collection. The bright red, meaty, 3-4 inch fruits are good for canning, paste and sauce and they make excellent sundried tomatoes.

Abraham Lincoln Tomato

Developed in 1923, this red, beefsteak-like tomato has delicious flavor – an excellent sandwich tomato. Indeterminate.

Purple Top White Globe Turnips

Introduced before 1880, this is the standard for commercial and home garden cultivation. Roots are purplish red above ground and cream colored below ground. Harvest when roots are 3 4 in. in diameter. White flesh is sweet, mild flavored and fine textured. Tops grow 14 22 in. tall.

Sugar Baby (Ice Box) Watermelon

This plant is ideal where space is limited. Compact plants produce many small round 10 lb. fruits approximately 7 in. in diameter. The rind is greenish black. Flesh is red and very sweet

Basil, Genovese

Coriander/Cilantro

Annual. 1-3 ft. plant. Small white flowers. Grown for its young green leaves, known as cilantro, which are often substituted for parsley with a slightly more distinctive flavor and its seeds, coriander, which are described as tasting like a combination of sage and lemon peel.

 Thyme

Perennial. 8-10 in. plant. Pink or violet flowers. Grown for its intensely aromatic fresh or dried leaves which must be harvested before flowers open. The leaves when added to honey produce an excellent honey, as a spice it is essential with lamb and is a pleasing seasoning for red meat, poultry and fish.

Oregano, Italian

Tender Perennial. 6-9 in. plant. Small clusters of white flowers. Grown for its fresh or dried leaves which are intensely aromatic and flavorful. An ancient use of the flower tops was as a dye which would color wool purple and linen rust brown.

Sage

Hardy Perennial. 18-24 in. plant. Purplish blue or white flowers. Grown for its fresh or dried leaves which can be used as condiments/seasonings with vegetables, poultry, lamb or pork. The dried leaves make an excellent tea and a finely flavored wine.

Chamomile

Annual. 24-36 in plant. Daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers. Grown for its finely cut leaves which have an apple-like fragrance and flavor that make a wonderful soothing tea.

Dill Bouquet

Annual. 2-3 ft. plant. Yellow flowers. Grown for its young leaves which are sprinkled on vegetables, fish, poultry and meat as a seasoning and for its seeds and dried leaves which are essential pickling spices. Bouquet is the most widely grown dill because it is an early producer and has very large seed heads.

Sunflower, Mammoth Skyscraper

7-10 ft., large yellow flowers.

Echinacea (Purple Coneflower)

Perennial. 2-3 ft. plant. Large (3-4 in.), single, daisy-like flowers, rose-purple petals with large, conical dark brown centers. Flowers are borne on single stems. Blooms prolifically from late June to September. Requires full sun.

Marigold, Queen Sophia

1 ft., red-bronze flowers.

Marigold, Cracker Jack

3 ft., yellow, gold and orange flowers.

Annual Cut Flower Mix

Annual Cut Flower Mix - A choice blend of plants whose flowers are excellent for cutting. For best results, requires full sun.

Nasturtium Golden Gleam

Annual. FULL SUN TO PARTIAL SHADE. Native to Columbia and Bolivia, nasturtiums were introduced into Europe in the 1600's where their climbing habit could be used to hide almost anything. They also quickly established themselves as a culinary delight - their seeds being used as capers and their leaves used in salads. Bernard McMahon introduced the nasturtium into the United States in 1806. In 1931, the first semi-double nasturtium was discovered outside of a Mexican convent by John Bodger who cultivated it and named its descendants "GOLDEN GLEAM".

Zinnias, Giant Dahlia Mix Blend

Giant Dahlia Zinnias: Mix blend of cherry, orange pink, purple, scarlet, white and yellow. Large, flat petal, semi-double, 4-5 in. flowers on strong, 3.5 ft. plants rival the finest dahlias. Excellent cut flowers.

Zinnia, Dwarf/Semi Thumbelina Mix