(A. hypochondriacus x hybridus) [1991, U. of Nebraska.] Widely-adapted, early, high-yielding variety. Golden seed, maroon flowers, 5-6 ft. tall plants. Pkt
63 days. [Pre-1840] Best planted in the Fall. Roots are smooth and globe-shaped, 6 in. in diameter. Harvest at 3-4 in. Sweet, fine-grained flesh is creamy yellow. Pkt (3 g).
63 days. [Pre-1840] Best planted in the Fall. Roots are smooth and globe-shaped, 6 in. in diameter. Harvest at 3-4 in. Sweet, fine-grained flesh is creamy yellow.
130 days. The standard variety for home gardens. Stems average 1½ x 8-10 in., well-blanched from the base upward. Good variety for overwintering, hardy to at least 10°F. Pkt.
90 days. [Introduced before 1920 as an improved strain of Purple Top Yellow (pre-1850).] Long the standard for home and market use. Flesh is mild, yellow, fine-grained, and firm. Pkt (2 g).
Small crop, bulk size unavailable for 2017. 90 days. [Introduced before 1920 as an improved strain of Purple Top Yellow (pre-1850).] Long the standard for home and market use. Flesh is mild, yellow, fine-grained, and firm. (28 g)
100 days. [Reintroduced 1987 by SESE. An Amish heirloom, possibly a variant of ‘Sun, Moon, and Stars’ introduced 1920 by Peter Henderson and Co.] 15-25 lb. oblong fruits with large yellow moons and small stars on dark green rinds. Foliage marked with yellow stars. This strain has a...
(Indeterminate) One of the largest sauce tomatoes we offer, produces a sauce with a superior flavor. Coreless, top-shaped fruits often weigh as much as 12 oz. Tall plants, heavy yields. Despite the name ‘Amish Paste,’ the juicy fruits are best suited to making sauce. Pkt.
(Indeterminate) One of the largest sauce tomatoes we offer, produces a sauce with a superior flavor. Coreless, top-shaped fruits often weigh as much as 12 oz. Tall plants, heavy yields. Despite the name ‘Amish Paste,’ the juicy fruits are best suited to making sauce. (1.5 g)
62 days. [Amish heirloom predates the more recent Sugar Snap varieties.] Tall vines have excellent quality and very sweet flavor. Vigorous vines yield many medium-sized deep- green pods. Pkt (28 g).
75 days. (Indeterminate) [Family heirloom given to Dustin Swanland by his Italian aunt. Introduced 2012 by SESE.] Delicious fruit (always a hit at our tomato tastings)! Vigorous and productive plants! But… a challenging variety for us to offer. Plants vary a lot, even after years of...
75 days. (Indeterminate) [Developed by Dr. Jeff McCormack. Cross of Red Cherry and Tappy’s Finest. Named for Amy Boor Hereford, whose grandmother Tappy introduced Jeff to heirloom tomatoes.] Excellent in salads, sandwiches, and sauces. A “two-bite” cherry tomato, 1½ x...
77 days. (green > deep red) A versatile mild pepper used fresh, canned, fried, or dried. 6-8 in. pendant fruits are borne abundantly on tall, productive, vigorous plants. Pkt.
77 days. (green > deep red) A versatile mild pepper used fresh, canned, fried, or dried. 6-8 in. pendant fruits are borne abundantly on tall, productive, vigorous plants. (3 g)
79 days. (green > red) Mexican cuisine favorite, called poblanos when stuffed as a green pepper, and anchos when dried as a red pepper. Chunky fruits, 1½-4 in. long x 1½-2¼ in. wide. Variable, mild heat when green; mild to medium medium heat when red. Pkt
(Pimpinella anisum) 75 days. Seeds are often used in applesauce, breads, soups, and teas for licorice-like flavor. Leaves can be used in salads. Medicinal: Hot tea helps break up bronchial mucous. Carminative - a digestive aid for relief of gas and cramping. Pkt (0.75 g, 145...
(Agastache foeniculum) Beautiful decorative herb used for potpourri and to make a superb aromatic herb tea. Also quite tasty as a salad green. Excellent nectar plant for beekeepers. Attractive spires of lavender flowers. Medicinal: Relaxes capillaries. Used by some Asians and...
(Green flesh) 80 days. [Grown in Anne Arundel County, MD, as early as 1731.] The green outer flesh turns pale orange in the center. Large (4-9 lb.) oval, slightly ridged, coarsely netted melons. The skin turns golden yellow when ripe. Very productive. Pkt.
50 days. [1987, U. of Hawaii. Anuenue is Hawaiian for “rainbow” (pronounced “ah-nu-ee-nu-ee”).] Seed is able to germinate at higher soil temperatures (above 80°F). Resembles a crisphead lettuce with bright glossy green leaves. Heat-tolerant and bolt-resistant. Recommended for...
Bulk size now sold out for 2017. 50 days. [1987, U. of Hawaii. Anuenue is Hawaiian for “rainbow” (pronounced “ah-nu-ee-nu-ee”).] Seed is able to germinate at higher soil temperatures (above 80°F). Resembles a crisphead lettuce with bright glossy...
65 days. [1964] Early maturing, apple-green fruits with tender skin that doesn’t require peeling. Choice variety for cool-season areas. Apple- sized fruits average 3 x 2½ in. Pkt.
135 days. Soft light green cotton with short fibers and dark green seeds. The yellow-pink flowers are lovely, excellent in floral arrangements. 5-7 ft. tall plants. Pkt (16-20 seeds)
(als, an, bw, cmv, pm, scab) 59 days. [U. of Arkansas, 1991.] Popular and reliable, this white-spined pickler has multiple disease-resistance. Compact vines have multiple branch points and will climb a fence or...
(als, an, bw, cmv, pm, scab) 59 days. [U. of Arkansas, 1991.] Popular and reliable, this white-spined pickler has multiple disease-resistance. Compact vines have multiple branch points and will climb a fence or...
89 days. (Indeterminate) [Pre-1900 heirloom grown throughout the South from NW Arkansas to North Carolina.] An old Southern heirloom esteemed for its ability to produce flavorful tomatoes under conditions of drought and high heat where many other varieties fail. Good disease resistance....
