New Items from Heirloom Seeds

261 - GREAT NORTHERN 65 – 90 days - A heavy yielder of “navy” type beans that dates back to 1907. The 2 foot plants produce straight, 5 inch pods with 5-6 thin, white seeds enclosed. Excellent for soups or baking. An heirloom variety grown by the Mandan Indians.
PKT. - 2 oz. - $1.99 (approximately 150 seeds)

263 - KENTUCKY WONDER BUSH (Brown Seeded) 60 days - All the great taste of KENTUCKY WONDER pole in a bush plant! Very tender, stringless pods are round and 8 inches long. Produces over a long period. Excellent flavor and quality. Popular home garden variety since the late 1800's. Our favorite bean!
PKT. - 2 oz. - $1.99 (approximately 150 seeds)

BEETS

330 - GOLDEN DETROIT 50-55 days - A very nice change from the standard color. For sweetest flavor, harvest the gold/orange roots when young. The bushy tops make excellent greens when cooked. A good choice used as micro-greens, for grilling mini-veggies, or pickling.
PKT. - 100 seeds - $1.25

CELERY

O010 - GIANT RED CELERY 100 days - The intense flavor of this red variety of celery makes it stand apart from the standard green ones. Cold hardy and disease resistant, it's delicious eaten fresh or in soups and stews.
PKT. - 100 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

CHINESE VEGETABLES

OC05 - BABY CHOI 40-50 days - This long standing variety of pak choi has large white midribs and a slight mustard taste. Use like celery or for greens; also delicious in stir-frys. A cool weather plant that prefers the temperatures of early spring or fall. A very common variety throughout most of China.
PKT. - 200 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

CORN

567 HICKORY KING (Yellow) CORN 85-90 days - Excellent for roasting ears, grits, or cornmeal, this Appalachian heirloom dates back to the late 1800's. The 12 foot stalks produce 2 ears with large, yellow kernels.
PKT. - 2 oz. - $1.99 (approximately 150 seeds)

FLOWERS

FL122 - HOLLYHOCK, NIGRA (Alcea rosea ) - This variety was a favorite of Thomas Jefferson's at his Monticello residence. The showy, single flowers are a very dark maroon, almost black color. Best grown in a sunny, well-drained location. Lovely when grown on a trellis or arbor. Self-seeding biennial. Height – 6 feet.
PKT. - 25 seeds - $2.00

FL124 - NIGHT PHLOX - Midnight Candy - (Zaluzianskya capensis) - Beautiful white flowers release a heavenly scent at twilight. The 12 to 14 inch plants are easy-to-grow, and do well in containers. This South African favorite is a wonderful addition to a Moon Garden. Annual.
PKT. - 25 seeds - $2.00

FL123 - NIGHT SCENTED STOCK - Starlight Scentsation (Matthiola longipetala) - When dusk approaches, this delightfully fragrant variety releases its sweet, aromatic scent. The 15-18 inch plants are lovely with a combination of pink, lavender and white colors. A good choice for Moon Gardens! Annual. Height – 15-18 inches.
PKT. - 25 seeds - $2.00

FL 125 - SWEET ALYSSUM - Aphrodite Mixture (Lobularia maritima procumbens) - This delightful mix will attract butterflies into your garden. The lovely shades of salmon, pink, apricot, yellow, lavender and white look lovely when gown as a ground cover or in rock gardens. The 4 inch plants are low-growing and will tolerate full sun to partial shade. Annual, but will self-seed. Height – 4 inches.
PKT – 25 seeds - $2.00

FL 126 - ZINNIA - Red Spider (Zinnia tenuiflora) - A true heirloom variety that dates back to 1801. The beautiful red, 1 inch blooms have petals that branch out like a spider's legs. Easy to grow; will continue flowering until frost. Annual. Height – 2 feet.
PKT. - 25 seeds - $2.00

HERBS

HR 96 - BASIL, CULINARY BLEND (Ocimum basilicum) - A nice mixture featuring the most common varieties used for cooking. A good choice for Italian and Thai recipes; delicious used with meats or vegetables or infused with olive oil. The perfect way to grow a variety of cooking basils.
PKT. - 50 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

LETTUCE

6069 - RED ICEBERG 70–80 days - These nicely sized red crispheads contrast beautifully with the standard green icebergs. The fairly tight, 16 inch wide heads hold well without bolting. Has a nice, mild flavor preferred by many.
PKT. - 200 seeds - $2.00

PEAS

719 - LITTLE MARVEL 60-65 days - This old dependable variety produces heavy yields of fine quality, dark green peas. The dwarf, 15 – 20 inch plants grow bushy with pods containing 6-7 medium sized peas. An heirloom that dates back to 1900. English pea.
PKY. - 2 oz. - $1.99 - (approximately 225 seeds)

O718 - CASCADIA 58-70 days - The 3 foot vines produce very sweet, 3 inch, fiberless pods. Frequent harvesting will keep this prolific variety producing longer. The thick, blocky pods are crisp and flavorful. Shows some disease resistance. Snap pea.
PKT. - 1 oz. - $2.75 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

O722 - SUGAR ANN 52 – 75 days - An early variety of snap pea that's a good choice for warmer climates. The dwarf, 2 foot vines will produce a heavy setting of very sweet, round, 2½ - 3 inch pods. Always crisp and crunchy.
PKT. - 1 oz. - $2.75 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

PEPPERS
Sweet Peppers

70963 - CORNO DI TORO ROSSO 75-100 days - A very attractive Italian heirloom that bears long, 8-10 inch, curved fruit in the shape of a bull's horn. The mildly flavored peppers can be harvested green for frying, or let sweeten on the vine until they've ripened to a rich red color.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50

Hot Peppers

7071 - HABANERO, MIXED COLORS 90-100 days - This mixture provides colorful variety in your pepper patch. The blistering hot assortment includes red, orange, white and brown habaneros – try them all to find your favorite! Incredibly hot; always wear gloves when handling.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50

7062 - HINKELHATZ 90 days - A very hot variety that has been a favorite of the Pennsylvania Dutch since 1880. The 18-24 inch plants produce pendant sized fruits resembling chicken hearts. A good choice for pickling or drying. Matures to a brilliant red color.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $2.50 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

SOUTHERN PEAS (COW PEAS)

3046 - DIXIE LEE CROWDER 60-65 days - This high-yielding semi-bush variety will produce two crops per season. The light yellow/green, 8 inch pods contain small-to-medium sized, tasty brown peas. A Southern favorite.
PKT. - 2 oz. (approximately 225 seeds)

3042 - KNUCKLE PURPLE HULL 60 – 80 days - A brown sugar crowder type that has a purple hull when mature. The strong, erect, bush plants form big, plump, dark-brown peas that taste great.
PKT. - 2 oz. - $1.99 (approximately 225 seeds)

3043 - MISSISSIPPI SILVER 60-90 days - The 30 inch plants bear smooth, silvery 7 inch pods that are easy shellers. The upright plants do well in hot, humid climates. The pods are set at foliage level above the vine for easy picking. An early and uniformly maturing variety.
PKT. - 2 oz. (approximately 225 seeds)

3045 - SPECKLED PURPLE HULL 62 days - A semi-crowder with curved, purple, 7 inch pods. The tasty, tan speckled peas are a favorite in Southern cooking. Excellent for canning or freezing. A good choice for limited garden areas.
PKT. - 2 oz. (approximately 225 seeds)

3044 TENNESSEE WHITE CROWDER 65-100 days - A vining variety with a long blossom period. The well-filled pods are dark green when mature. Delicious, cream pea flavor. A good, all purpose variety that's a favorite of many.
PKT. - 2 oz. (approximately 225 seeds)

SPINACH

O922 - GIANT WINTER 50 days - A heavy-yielding variety with glossy, dark green, tasty leaves. The slightly savoyed leaves are great when picked as baby spinach. A great choice for fall plantings or over-wintering.
PKT. - 100 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

O921 - WINTER BLOOMSDALE 45 days - This old-time favorite has firm, dark-green, deeply savoyed leaves. Is very cold tolerant; great for Fall crops and over-wintering, but also does well in the heat of summer. An excellent choice for salads or cooking.
PKT. - 100 seeds - $2.00 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

SQUASH

9017 - LEBANESE WHITE BUSH 50 days - The flat, round fruits have delicately scalloped edge and a creamy-white interior. Nice mild flavor and good texture. Pick when young for mini-gourmet veggies and shish-ka-bobs.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.25

TOMATO

O1072 - EARLIANA 58-70 days - Introduced in 1900, this old time early variety was very popular in the Eastern part of the U.S. The open spreading, vigorous vines produce clusters of red, 4-5 oz. Fruits with solid, firm flesh. Very productive. Small, indeterminate vines.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $2.50 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

1074 - GERMAN JOHNSON 80 days - A high-yielder of 1 – 1½ pound, pink fruits. Very meaty with a mild, low-acid flavor. Has very few seeds, making it a good choice for slicing or canning. Indeterminate vines.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50

1073 - JAPANESE BLACK TRIFELE 80 days - This very dark mahogany colored tomato has green shoulders and is resistant to cracking. The 4-6 oz. fruits have a rich, complex flavor and an unusual pear shape. Truly worth growing. Indeterminate vines.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50 - CERTIFIED ORGANIC

177 - OLD BROOKS 85 days - This old heirloom is a beefsteak type, and also has some disease resistance. The deep, red fruit is blemish free, has few seeds, a small core and is fine tasting, with a slightly acidic flavor. Indeterminate vines.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50

1070 OLD GERMAN TOMATO 75 days - A favorite from the Virginia Mennonite community. The yellow fruits have a red center visible on the surface and throughout the core. The oblong-shaped tomatoes often weigh over a pound, and have few seeds. Not a heavy producer, but the taste makes up for it. Indeterminate vines.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50

1075 - WINDOW BOX RED 60-75 days - The petite, 8 inch vines of this variety make it a good choice for container growing or window boxes. The extra early, dwarf plants will provide you with oval, 3 ounce, red fruits. Perfect for fall plantings. Determinate vines.
PKT. - 20 seeds - $1.50

WATERMELON

2022 - CRIMSON SWEET 80-95 days - A high sugar variety that's always sweet and juicy. The blocky, 25 pound fruits have a tough, green striped rind, deep red flesh, and few seeds. Always a favorite at Farmer's Markets.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $1.25

2025 GOLDEN MIDGET 65-82 days - This compact-growing melon is a good choice for smaller gardens. The tough green rinds turn golden-orange when the 7-8 inch melons mature. A short season variety that has very sweet, rich, red flesh.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $1.25

2026 - MOUNTAIN SWEET YELLOW 95-100 days - The high sugar content of these 20-35 pound melons have made it a popular choice for generations. The large, striped fruits have deep yellow flesh, which is always sweet and tasty. This is the yellow fleshed version of Mountain Sweet, which was popular in the 1840's in markets throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York.
PKT. - 15 seeds - $1.25