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Annual, heirloom, vegetable

Detroit Dark Red Beets (Beta vulgaris)

The Heirloom Classic: Discover Detroit Dark Red Beets (Beta vulgaris) As one of the most popular and dependable heirloom varieties of all time, Detroit Dark Red Beets (Beta vulgaris) are an absolute staple for the home garden. Producing smooth, round roots about 3 inches in diameter with rich, blood-red interiors and virtually no zoning, these […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →
Annual, heirloom, indeterminate, vegetable, vine

Kellogg’s Breakfast (Lycopersicon esculentum)

The Radiant Orange Giant: Discover Kellogg’s Breakfast Tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum) Bring a brilliant splash of color and incredible, rich flavor to your summer garden with Kellogg’s Breakfast (Lycopersicon esculentum). Producing massive, beefsteak-style fruits weighing up to 24 ounces with a vivid orange color both inside and out, this prized heirloom tomato is a true showstopper. […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →
Annual, heirloom, indeterminate, vegetable, vine

Roma Tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum)

The King of Sauces: Discover Roma Tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum) When it comes to crafting rich homemade pastes, savory sauces, and pantry-ready canned tomatoes, Roma Tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum) stand reigning at the very top. Bearing heavy yields of solid, 3-ounce plum-shaped fruits on compact, determinate vines until the first fall frost, this easy-to-grow heirloom favorite is […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →
Annual, heirloom, vegetable

Yellow Pear Tomatoes

How to Grow Yellow Pear Tomatoes: Miniature 17th-Century Gold Add an unforgettable splash of retro color and unique shapes to your summer salads by learning how to grow Yellow Pear Tomatoes from seed. Scientifically known as Solanum lycopersicum ‘Yellow Pear’, this wildly popular heirloom produces clusters of dainty, 1-ounce cherry tomatoes shaped exactly like miniature […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →
Annual, heirloom, vegetable

Marketmore 76 (Cucumis sativus)

Beat the Heat: Discover Marketmore 76 Slicing Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) If you want a dependable, heavy-yielding slicer that refuses to quit when the July and August weather turns sweltering, Marketmore 76 (Cucumis sativus) is the ultimate garden champion. Holding its rich dark green color and exceptional flavor even in the hot summer sun, this widely […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →
Annual, Full Sun, heirloom, Uncategorized, vegetable

Boston Pickling Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)

Crisp, Heavy, and Dependable: Discover Boston Pickling Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) If you are looking for an heirloom variety that delivers exceptional, heavy, and continual yields for your kitchen and pantry, look no further than the Boston Pickling Cucumber (Cucumis sativus). Producing dark green, blunt-ended fruits measuring 3 to 6 inches long in just 57 days, […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →
Annual, heirloom, vegetable

Blue Lake Bush Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris)

The Gold Standard: Discover Blue Lake Bush Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) When it comes to the perfect balance of gourmet flavor, prolific production, and canning excellence, Blue Lake Bush Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) consistently stand at the top of the list. Reaching a compact 18 inches tall, these heat-tolerant bushes are a favorite of home gardeners across […]

September 19, 2026 Read Post →