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This Italian heirloom is very popular when cooking and for making pesto. The tender, dark green leaves are very fragrant and the plant is relatively slow to bolt, giving you additional harvest time. The plant grows 24 to 30 inches tall. 68 days.

Crossing two different heirlooms creates a variety that is much higher yielding and earlier maturing, while retaining great flavor and fewer blemishes. Such is the case with this cross between Brandywine and Costoluto Genovese. Brandywine is legendary for sweet, rich taste while Costoluto Genovese has beautiful scallops, great production, and ability to set fruit in hot weather. Genuwine plants are regular-leaved and produce delicious 10 to 12 oz. fruits that have some of the ribbing of the Costoluto Genovese but with the larger size and fuller shape of a Brandywine. Indeterminate  70 days.

Well liked in Germany, this heirloom radish can grow as large as a baseball and not become woody, staying crisp. You can begin harvest at the size of a marble and then experiment up to the larger sizes. If you want larger roots, thin to two inches or more to create your own Giant radish. 30 to 40 days.

This family heirloom variety produces an abundance of deep pink tomatoes that are just huge and brimming with luscious flavor. The plant's potato-leaved foliage may remind you of Brandywine, but this one matures fruit that are earlier, larger, and more plentiful than those of Brandywine. German Giant tomatoes are smooth in shape, 2 lbs. or more, and full of that rich but sweet taste that makes a tomato scrumptious. Indeterminate. 77 days.

This version of German Johnson features dark pink, pretty beefsteak tomatoes that weigh 1 pound or more. They also appear relatively early in the season and are well shaped with no cracking. It is their incredibly sweet flavor that really makes them special though. We thought they were like eating watermelon with just a little extra acid mixed in. Good production and truly delicious flavor. Indeterminate. 80 days.

An old-time favorite heirloom from North Carolina and Virginia features tall plants and a fairly early harvest of large, slightly ribbed pink-red tomatoes averaging 1 lb. They are meaty with few seeds and really excellent flavor, perfect for adding delicious taste to a sandwich or salad. This one has stood the test of time for a number of reasons, but number one is its truly superior flavor. Indeterminate. 80 days.

Deep pink beefsteak fruit have excellent, sweet flavor and are meaty with few seeds. Tomatoes weigh between 10 and 16 ozs. and are fairly smooth in shape. Potato- leaved plants produce these large, delectable tomatoes early in the season. Heirloom variety. Indeterminate. 78 days

These big red oxheart tomatoes may be shaped like a strawberry but are much larger. They average 10 ounces, but can grow to 1 lb. or more. Tomatoes are meaty with an excellent taste that is on the acid side. Tall plants yield an abundance of these wonderful fruits. Heirloom variety. Indeterminate. 85 days.

A pepper with flavor as sweet as apples. Oblong fruit grows up to a huge 12 inches long and is produced in great abundance. Delicious in salads, stuffed, stir-fried or roasted and peeled. Can be enjoyed at the light-green stage, but is sweetest when fully ripened to red. 70 days.

Developed in Ohio, this variety is distinctive for its fruit that averages 2 lbs., but has been known to grow to an enormous 5 lbs. Tomatoes are dark pink and solid meat with smooth blossom ends and a delicious sweet flavor. Some folks make wine from these very sweet tomatoes. Indeterminate. 90 days.

Awarded for its earliness, yield, size and flavor, this is one of the biggest Italian-type sweet peppers you’ll find anywhere. Peppers turn from green to red, and at 8 inches long with a lobed tip, they resemble a cross between a Marconi and a Lamuyo-type pepper. They are sweetest when red and are good for salads, but really are outstanding when grilled or roasted. 63 days.

Originally from Hungary, this wedge-shaped sweet pepper starts out white then deepens to orange and red when fully ripe. Pendant fruit is about 4½ inches long with thick, sweet flesh, and is produced in great abundance, even when conditions are less than ideal. 75 days.

Wow. These smooth, giant, meaty peppers grow up to 5 inches in length. Fruit are meaty with medium heat. Great for stuffing or grilling or salsa. Plants reach 18 to 24 inches. 70 days.

While this variety may not be able to withstand a glacier, it does set fruit well even in cold weather. In fact, it becomes loaded early in the season with very flavorful, 2 to 3 oz. red tomatoes. The taste is sweet yet rich, a combination found more commonly in larger and later-maturing tomatoes. Potato-leaved foliage helps support the large harvest of these very tasty tomatoes. Determinate. 58 days.

Dependable harvests of large, smooth, solid fruit with thick walls and meaty texture. Mild and delicious flavor, popular for canning. Indeterminate. 74 days.

Glitter was developed by the same breeder that created Juliet tomato. However the fruit color is a brilliant shimmering orange. Attractive trusses cascade from the plant and the vigorous indeterminate vines boast excellent productivity. With an average brix of 9% you can expect to enjoy natural sweetness that elevates this tomato to the top end of grape and cherry tomatoes. The one ounce fruit will likely be consumed before you have a chance to take them inside the house. Vines reach 5 to 6 feet and require staking. 70 days.

From the seed of the late tomato collector Ben Quisinberrry, this classic heirloom variety has gorgeous one to one and a half pound yellow and red striped fruit. Winner of many modern taste tests, it was listed in Quisinberry's 1976 seed list as "the sweetest tomato you ever tasted and a gourmet's joy when sliced." Introduced as Ruby Gold and renamed by Mr. Quisinberry. Indeterminate. 80 days.

One of the earliest tomatoes for your garden is also one of the best tasting – mild and sweet with good texture. Golden Nugget offers one inch fruit that are borne on compact plants (20 to 26 inches) and have a concentrated fruit set. Fruit weight 1/2 to 3/4 of an ounce. Developed by James Baggett at Oregon State University, for cooler growing conditions. Determinate. 55 days.

Golden-yellow at full maturity, these peppers are thick-walled, meaty, and really sweet. Square-shaped fruits are about 4 inches long and wide, and grow upright on healthy plants. Expect great production of these beautiful peppers. 73 days.

Beautiful, clear lemon-yellow cayenne peppers really load up on compact plants. Slightly curved peppers become about 4 inches long and ½ inch wide. This is an unusual color in a hot pepper, making it a real standout in the garden. 72 days.

Stunning golden color and a sugar content of 10% are what make this hybrid from Taiwan outstanding. Small cherry tomatoes are round to globe-shaped and crack-resistant, an important trait for cherry tomatoes. Fruit appears on tall plants capable of producing enormous harvests with up to 50 fruit per cluster. These tomatoes have a very special taste that is sweet, yet rich and fruity. Indeterminate. 65 days.

This strain from Greece is somewhat rare and prized by those who want the peppers for pickling. Because they are smaller and lighter in color than the regular Pepperoncini, homemade jars of these golden peppers look more like the commercial product. Same hot flavor as the other Pepperoncini, and the perfect additions to Greek salads. 62 days.

Distinctly different from other Golden Queens commonly sold, this is from a strain obtained from the USDA seed bank, and is the original Golden Queen described by the seedsman Livingston in 1882. Tomatoes are 8 to 12 ozs. and yellow with a pronounced pink blush on the blossom end extending up towards the stem end. What makes this one better than the common solid yellow Golden Queen is its superior flavor. It is delicious, with a full tomato taste that is also sweet and most pleasant. Indeterminate. 75 days.

We are happy to have the perfect yellow partner to our red Grape tomato. Golden Sweet grows long clusters of deep yellow grape tomatoes that stay firm and crisp and also resist cracking. Sweet scrumptious flavor combines with that famous grape tomato texture that offers just a little crunch. Excellent production on tall, healthy plants. Indeterminate. 60 days.

Appropriately named, this variety does bear giant fruit on a really huge plant. Dark pink, solid tomatoes are ribbed, have few seeds, and are very sweet yet have an acid component, making for really good flavor. Most fruit is in the 1 to 2 lb. range, but it is not unusual for tomatoes to become a mammoth 3 lbs. Heirloom variety grown since the late 1800's. Indeterminate. 85 days.

Gourmet Blend II is a mixture of many different lettuce varieties selected for flavor and tenderness. This colorful blend looks attractive in the garden, and tastes great in a salad mix. Popular among chefs and market gardeners. 40 to 55 days.

This item is sold out but we suggest its successor, the Gourmet Blend II Lettuce.

A mixture of five different lettuce varieties selected for flavor and tenderness. This colorful blend looks attractive in the garden, and tastes great in a salad mix. Popular among chefs and market gardeners. 40 to 55 days.

Grafting clips attach the scion to the rootstock of a grafted plant.

These clips can be sterilized with disinfectants for reuse and to prevent transfer of pathogens.  If you prefer to heat-treat them, for example in boiling water, the 1.7mm, 2.0mm, and 2.5mm clips are made of silicone and can withstand the heat. The 3.5mm clips are unsuited to high temperatures and will melt.

If you are reordering 1.5mm or 2.0mm size clips, please note these clips are now smaller on the slotted portion as we have a new supplier. Please examine the product images to the side before you order. We also suggest you order a small quantity first to test if they will work in your system.

This special selection of tomatillo will yield large fruit on a medium determinate plant. The fruit average 3 ounces, are globe shaped and have a high yield potential. Recommended for market gardeners and home gardeners. 75 days.

This family heirloom variety has large, pointed red paste tomatoes that are meaty and flavorful, just right for cooking into sauce or chopping up for fresh use. Expect abundant harvests, as these plants are prolific. Indeterminate. 70 days.

This is a family heirloom passed on by Lettie Cantrell of Kentucky, who first got the seeds from a soldier returning home from Germany during World War II. Lettie grew this tomato since the 1940's and it was the only tomato she ever grew in her garden. Large, meaty fruit are about 1 lb. and are wonderful for fresh eating, slicing, or canning. Great flavor is sweet yet rich and has won this tomato honors in numerous taste-tests. Indeterminate. 85 days.

Long, grape-like clusters of brilliant red elongated cherry tomatoes have earned this variety its name. Very sweet, complex flavor is delicious and has made these tomatoes a favorite of people everywhere. In fact, pints of these have become a popular supermarket item. Vigorous vines are very productive, but none of these delectable little morsels will go to waste. Their taste is addictive! Crack-resistant and tolerant to heat and a number of tomato diseases. Indeterminate. 60 days.

Heirloom variety. Beautiful, large white beefsteak tomato with sweet flavor and lots of juice. Fruit is larger than that of White Beauty. Vigorous plants have heavy foliage that provides good protection against sunscald on the fruit. Indeterminate. 85 days.

Greek Oregano is highly aromatic plus it has great flavor. The strength can vary between climates and soils, but normally it is pungent. The leaves are pointed and oval and can be very flavorful when dried. Prized by chefs, this variety is used in Greek and Italian cooking. Does well in zones 5-9. Plant your seeds indoors 40 days before the last frost just below the surface with a tiny amount of soil, and later expose them to light for 6 hours a day. After the last frost, plant them 12 inches apart in relatively dry soil. They do not like wet roots. Good for container growing. 45 days from transplant.

Vivid shades of red, green, and amber come together in a kaleidoscope pattern on this amazing tomato. Red and green stripes color the outside while the interior is chartreuse marbled throughout with ruby red. Beautiful 8 to 12 oz. tomatoes have a tangy yet delicious flavor and grow on vigorous, productive plants well suited to most climates. Bred by Brad Gates of Wild Boar Farms. Indeterminate. 70 - 75  days.

Pretty little green cherry fruit have fabulous flavor, making Green Doctors a favorite new green variety. Small tomatoes are about 3/4-inch and borne on long trusses. This variety originated as a green variation of the white Dr. Carolyn tomato growing in the garden of Amy Goldman. Compared to Green Grape, Green Doctors is smaller and sweeter with a nice balance of tartness mingled in. Indeterminate. 75 days.

This is a potato-leaved variety that takes the well-known sweet, spicy flavor of green varieties up to a new level. Tomatoes weigh from 12 to 18 ozs. and are ripe when they turn chartreuse green and soften slightly. They are smooth and beautiful with no cracking, but it is their taste that really sets them apart. It is a complex and delicious combination of sweet and spicy that is very rich, well-balanced and pleasing. Indeterminate. 85 days.

Very short compact plants yield 3/4 to 1 inch fruit that is yellow-green when ripe and easy to harvest. Full of flavor, sweet and juicy, these cherry type tomatoes are a real taste treat. Prolific variety is sure to be a favorite in the garden. Determinate. 70 days.

This heirloom variety is a small beefsteak that ripens to emerald green with a touch of yellow on its blossom end. What makes it really special is the unique fruity aroma that is released when you cut open the ripened fruit. Smooth with a flattened-round shape, these tomatoes have chartreuse-green interiors full of sweet, complex flavor with a hint of spice. Indeterminate. 80 days.

Compact, mounded plants bear loads of beautiful 4-in. long sausage-shaped tomatoes that are yellow with green stripes. Their rich, sweet flavor and firm texture make them wonderful as a specialty paste tomato. Think of using them to make a great-looking tomato sauce or a vibrantly green salsa. Determinate. 75 days.

Attractive green and yellow striped tomatoes have a unique, elongated shape, about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide and tapered at the tip. But even more impressive than their appearance is their bright, acidic yet sweet flavor. The taste is similar to that of Green Zebra, and very refreshing and delicious. Chefs as well as home cooks will find these tomatoes quite versatile in the kitchen, and they pair beautifully with the other "tigers" in this series. Indeterminate. 70 days.

Round to slightly elongated striped green cherry tomatoes look like miniature Green Zebras with the same striping and green color ripening with a hint of amber. Their flavor, while excellent, is a little different, with more delicious sweetness in its profile than that of Green Zebra. This variety was discovered in a box of mixed cherry tomatoes that a gardener bought in Germany. Indeterminate. 75 days.

This big sister of Green Zebra green is mild and tasty with the same color and shape, but fruit reach 5- 6 inches and 8 to 9 ounces. Plants are very productive. Indeterminate. 80 days.

A unique and delicious salad tomato. 3 oz. green fruits ripen to amber-green with darker green stripes. The light green flesh is very flavorful, sweet yet zingy. This one is a real taste treat. Indeterminate. 75 days.

Siberian variety that originated in the Altai Mountains on the Chinese border. Tall plants are heavy producers of 8 to 12 oz. pink-red beefsteak tomatoes. The flavor is sweet yet acidic and just delicious, with harvests continuing over an incredibly long season. Indeterminate. 67 days.

AAS AWARD WINNER. The third in a series of petite varieties, these beautiful, shiny white eggplants grow in clusters on compact plants that can fit into smaller gardens or large containers. Despite its size, you can expect big harvests of these mild, tender fruit that are perfect for grilling or sauteing in olive oil. Pick eggplant at 3 to 4 inches long for the finest quality, and harvest often to encourage more fruit set. 55 days.

Grow Cook Eat, By Willi Galloway #8918
This full circle book is a great gardening guide that takes you through the cycle from planting a seed in the soil to sitting down to a meal prepared with your own vegetables. Included are the fundamentals of planting, how to grow and harvest 50 different vegetables and herbs, and an easy and enticing recipe for each one. Beautiful color photographs throughout the book are inspirational and the author's advice on each crop is easy to understand and clearly drawn from her own experience. I could read this book everyday just for its beauty and its fresh new ideas and insights. 304 pages.

Siberian variety of delicious, pink, egg-shaped fruit. Tomatoes are about 3 inches long with thin skin and are excellent for canning. Plants are small, only about 2-1/2 feet tall, but produce abundantly. Determinate. 65 days.

Medium-hot peppers with a distinctive flavor are 4 to 6 inches long and deep orange-red with brown tones. The name means “little gourd” for the rattling sound the seeds make in the dried pods, which are good for adding to salsas and sauces. 90 days.

This old market variety offers plenty of 6 to 8 oz. globe shaped tomatoes that are pink on the outside with a red interior. Fruit is smooth and flavorful. Very popular still in the Gulf states as a good all-around tomato. Indeterminate. 78 days.