• The Green Marrow Summer Squash produces some of the most beautiful looking dark green squash
• Grows as a compact bush (not as a vine)
  
• Best when picked at 8" long
  
• Perfect for small gardens - grows on a compact bush
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

• The White Marrow Summer Squash produces some of the most beautiful looking snow white squash
  
  - Grows as a compact vine (not as a bush)
  
  - Best when picked at 8" long
  
  - Perfect for small gardens, containers, and raised beds
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days
  
  
• Best Months to Plant  |  [March - June]  Summer squash love the sun and can't get enough of it.  They are warm-season crops and are sensitive to cold/frost. Plant your seeds as soon as the soil has warmed. 

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

• The Round Zucchini plant is a very popular heirloom squash variety that grows extremely quickly - only 45 days!
  
• Grows as a compact bush size plant (not as a vine)
  
• Produces delicious and beautiful  3" round fruits with yellow flesh
  
• Fast-growing summer squash produces large yields
  
• Perfect for growing in small spaces
• Days to Maturity | 45 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash). 

• One of the most popular and rare heirloom Squash varieties
  
• Grows as a compact bush size plant (not as a vine)
  
• Produces 4-5" golden-yellow fruits
  
• Grow well in small spaces
  
• These plants grow continuously over a long season
• Days to Maturity | 65 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash). 

• All-America Selections Winner! The Table Queen Squash plant produces large 7" deep green acorn shaped squash.
  
• Grows as a compact bush size plant (not as a vine)
• Extremely flavorful
• Dark orange flesh
• Excellent sliced, fried, or steamed
• Easy to grow even in poor soil
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

The Pink Banana Winter Squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a jumbo cylindrical winter squash that can grow to more than 4' long, 1' in diameter, and 50 lbs!!! Flavor and texture is best when it’s about 30" and 30 lbs, or harvest as a summer squash when 6"-8" long, and a fingernail can pierce the skin. Prolific producer with a vining growth habit. Pinkish orange skin and yellow-orange flesh that is sweet, firm, dry, and not stringy. With a flavor similar to Acorn Squash, it can be used as a substitute. Great for baking, canning, roasting.

• Sweet and firm
• High yields
• JUMBO 30 lbs-50 lbs
• Harvest early for summer squash

Good companion plants: Bean, Dill, Epazote, Marigold, Pea, Pepper, Sage, Thyme

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Cucurbita maxima
• Hardiness zones: 3-11
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• Squash size: Ginormous
• Growth habit: Vine (12'-15' long), trellis support or generous bed/ground space
• Depth to plant seeds: 1" deep
• Spacing between plants: 10'-12' apart
• Spacing between rows: 10'-15' apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 5-10 days
• Germination soil temps: 70F-85F
• Soil needs: Loamy, rich, moist, well-drained
• Soil pH: 6.0-6.8
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost tolerant: No
• Days to maturity: Appx. 100 days

Squash (Winter), Burgess Buttercup

• Cucurbita maxima.
  
  
• Plant produces heavy yields of 8" long turban shaped green squash with silvery white stripes.
  
  
• The yellow orange flesh is very sweet and grows 3 to 5 lbs.
  
  
• The Burgess strain stores well.
  
  
• A winter squash variety.
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 90 days
  
  

• The Cushaw plant produces some of the most beautiful 20" long squash
  
• Curved/crook-neck variety
  
• Grows as a vine (not as a bush)
  
• Yellow colored flesh
  
• Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for pies and canning
  
• Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow
• Days to Maturity | 100 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

• The Cushaw plant produces some of the most beautiful white crookneck squash you've ever seen
  
  - Curved/crook-neck variety
  
  - Grows as a vine (not as a bush)
  
  - Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for pies and canning
  
  - Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 100 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).

Squash (Winter), Delicata (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• The Delicata Squash are 8" long by 4" wide and have the most amazing exterior.
  
  - Grows as a vine.
  
  - Has a sweet potato flavor
  
  - Vine type plant is perfect for small gardens
  
  - Amazing flavor
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 80 days
  
  
• Best Months to Plant  |  [March - June]  Winter squash love the sun and can't get enough of it. They need about 3 months of warm temperature and one additional month of cooler temps to fully mature.

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

Gold Nugget Winter Squash Seeds
(100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• The Gold Nuggest squash is popular 3 lb fruit that is extremely delicious.
  
  - Grows as a compact bush (not as a vine).
  
  - Orange/yellow colored flesh.
  
  - Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for roasting or baking.
  
  - Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow.
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 80 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

• The Baby Blue Hubbard squash is popular 7 lb light blue/gray squash
  
  - Grows as a vine (not as a bush)
  
  - Orange/yellow colored flesh
  
  - Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for roasting or baking
  
  - Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 100 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

• The Chicago Warted Hubbard Warted squash is popular green skinned squash with orange flesh
  
• Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for pies, canning, and processing.
  
• Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow.
  
• Days to Maturity | 110 days
  
  

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

Squash (Winter), Hubbard Golden (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• The Golden Hubbard squash is popular 10 lb orange squash with tan stripes.
  
  - Grows as a vine (not as a bush)
  
  - Golden colored flesh
  
  - Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for pies and canning
  
  - Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow
• Day to Maturity | 100 days
• Best Months to Plant  |  [March - June]  Winter squash love the sun and can't get enough of it. They need about 3 months of warm temperature and one additional month of cooler temps to fully mature.

 

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

• The True Green Hubbard squash is popular 10 lb long dark bronze-green skinned squash
• Orange/Yellow flesh 
  
• Very sweet and full of flavor - perfect for pies and canning
  
• Ideal for any sized garden and easy to grow
  
• Days to Maturity | 110 days
  
  

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

Squash (Winter), Long Island Cheese (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• The Long Island Cheese squash plant produces excellent yields of 10 pound squash resembling a wheel of cheese.
  
  - Grows as a vine (not as a bush)
  
  - Popular heirloom variety passed down for many generations
  
  - The orange flesh is very sweet and can be used for making pie during the autumn months
  
  - Widely grown by people all across New York and New Jersey
• Day to Maturity | 100 days
• Best Months to Plant  |  [March - June]  Winter squash love the sun and can't get enough of it. They need about 3 months of warm temperature and one additional month of cooler temps to fully mature.

The Queensland Blue Winter Squash (Cucurbita maxima) is an Australian Blue pumpkin with beautiful blue-green skin, gray foliage, and bright orange flesh that’s fragrant, meaty, and sweet. Deeply ribbed, slightly flattened, and can weigh 8 lbs-20 lbs. Dependable producer with a vining growth habit. Keeps for up to 6 months under proper storage conditions. Great for baking, canning, and roasting.

• Sweet and firm
• High yields
• Dependable producer
• Good keeper

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Cucurbita maxima
• Hardiness zones: 3-11
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• Squash size: Large
• Growth habit: Vine (6'-10' long), trellis support or generous bed/ground space
• Depth to plant seeds: 1" deep
• Spacing between plants: 10'-12' apart
• Spacing between rows: 10'-15' apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 5-10 days
• Germination soil temps: 70F-85F
• Soil needs: Loamy, rich, moist, well-drained
• Soil pH: 6.0-6.8
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost tolerant: No
• Days to maturity: 100-120 days

Good companion plants: Bean, Dill, Epazote, Marigold, Pea, Pepper, Sage, Thyme

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).

• Perfect for low-carb pasta! 
  
• Cut this fruit open and peel away at the flesh to find tender delicate strands of spaghetti squash ready to be enjoyed as a meal with some tomato sauce and parmesan cheese. 
• Grows as a compact vine
• Excellent spaghetti squash with better uniformity, larger yields and richer flavor
• One of the most popular varieties to grow in any-size garden
• The inside of this squash looks like spaghetti pasta and tastes even better
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days
  

• AAS Winner. Recommended by USU
• Grows as a compact vine plant (not as a bush)
  
• Excellent butternut squash with better uniformity, larger yields and richer flavor
• Produces tan fruits which measure 8 to 10 inches long with a deep orange interior
• Days to Maturity | 100 days

Additional Details

Though considered a vegetable in cooking, botanically speaking, squash is a fruit (being the receptacle for the plant's seeds). Squash can be served fresh (in salads) and cooked (squash stuffed with meat, fried squash, baked squash).
 

Chocolate Cherry

The Evening Sun Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a striking annual plant that can enhance any garden with its vibrant colors and unique characteristics. This variety is particularly noted for its multi-colored blooms, which can range from deep red to golden yellow, creating a stunning visual display. The plant typically grows to a height of 5 to 7 feet, making it a prominent feature in garden landscapes.

One of the key benefits of the Evening Sun Sunflower is its ability to attract pollinators. Studies have shown that sunflowers are highly effective at drawing in bees and butterflies, which are essential for the pollination of many garden plants. In fact, a single sunflower can attract up to 20 different species of pollinators, thereby enhancing the biodiversity of the garden ecosystem.

In terms of cultivation, the Evening Sun Sunflower thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is recommended to plant seeds after the last frost date, as sunflowers are sensitive to cold temperatures. The seeds should be spaced approximately 12 to 18 inches apart to allow for adequate growth and airflow. Once established, these sunflowers require minimal maintenance, making them an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Furthermore, the Evening Sun Sunflower is known for its resilience. It can tolerate drought conditions once established, which is particularly beneficial in regions with variable rainfall. Research indicates that sunflowers can survive with as little as 1 inch of water per week, making them a sustainable choice for water-conscious gardeners.

In addition to their aesthetic appeal, Evening Sun Sunflowers also have practical uses. The seeds produced by these plants are edible and can be harvested for consumption. They are rich in nutrients, including vitamin E, magnesium, and selenium, contributing to a healthy diet. Moreover, sunflower oil, extracted from the seeds, is widely used in cooking and food production.

Overall, the Evening Sun Sunflower is an excellent addition to any garden. Its vibrant blooms, ability to attract pollinators, and minimal maintenance requirements make it a favored choice among gardeners. By incorporating this plant into your garden, you not only enhance its beauty but also contribute to a healthier ecosystem.

The Maximillian Sunflower (Helianthus maximiliani) is a drought-tolerant perennial. Produces a 3"-5" blossom with veined, pointed bright yellow petals around a dark golden center. Grows 3'-10' tall on branching, hairy stems with multiple blooms per stem, and long, narrow, drooping foliage. Bold, robust, and cheerful.

• Life cycle: Perennial
• Bloom season: Summer
• Attracts: Birds, bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Flower meaning: Admiration, devotion, happiness, honesty, loyalty, optimism, peace, vitality

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Helianthus maximiliani
• Hardiness zones: 4-9
• Planting season: Spring, fall
• Days to maturity: 90-100 days
• Cold stratify: Yes
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/2" deep
• Spacing between plants: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-25 days
• Germination soil temps: 65F-70F
• Soil types: Clay, sandy, loamy, rocky, dry, well-drained
• Soil pH: 6.5-7.8
• Water needs: Low - do not overwater
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost tolerant: No
• Drought tolerant: Yes
• Deer resistant: Yes

• Giant "Teddy Bear" type sunflower
  
  - Seven to eight inch bold yellow flowers
  
  - Plants grow to 6 feet tall
  
  - Easy to grow

The Sunspot (Dwarf) sunflower, scientifically known as Helianthus annuus, is a popular choice among gardeners seeking to add vibrant color and visual interest to their outdoor spaces. This particular variety is characterized by its compact growth habit, typically reaching heights of 12 to 24 inches, making it ideal for smaller gardens or container planting.

One of the most notable features of the Sunspot sunflower is its large, round flower heads, which can measure up to 8 inches in diameter. These striking blooms are composed of bright yellow petals surrounding a central disc filled with seeds, attracting a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. In fact, studies have shown that sunflowers can increase pollinator activity in gardens by up to 50%, enhancing the overall biodiversity of the area.

In terms of cultivation, the Sunspot sunflower thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferring a pH level between 6.0 and 7.5. It is essential to provide adequate spacing, typically 12 to 18 inches apart, to allow for proper air circulation and growth. The Sunspot sunflower is also known for its resilience, exhibiting a tolerance to drought conditions once established, which can be beneficial in regions with variable rainfall.

From a nutritional perspective, the seeds produced by the Sunspot sunflower are rich in essential fatty acids, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. They can be harvested for consumption or left in the garden to provide food for birds during the winter months. Approximately 30% of the seed's weight is composed of oil, making it a valuable crop for both ornamental and agricultural purposes.

In addition to their aesthetic and ecological benefits, Sunspot sunflowers can also serve as effective companions in vegetable gardens. Their tall, sturdy stems can provide support for climbing plants, while their presence can deter certain pests. Research indicates that planting sunflowers alongside crops such as tomatoes and peppers can reduce pest populations by up to 20%, promoting healthier plant growth.

In summary, the Sunspot (Dwarf) sunflower is a versatile and beneficial addition to any garden. Its compact size, striking appearance, and ability to attract pollinators make it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. 

• The Barese Swiss Chard variety produces delicious tender 10" tall dark glossy green leaves with curled edges
  
  
• A delicious baby leaf that grows quickly
  
  
• Ready to harvest in less than 30 days. Plant produces good yields of 10" tall leaves
  
  
• Excellent for salads and/or steamed with others greens
  
  
• Days to Maturity | Less than 30 days!

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

Yellow Canary Swiss Chard

• The Yellow Canary Swiss Chard is a popular plant that produces some of the most amazing looking swiss chard leaves in a bright shades of yellow.
  
  - Perfect for salads or steamed greens.
  
  - One of this years most popular varieties to grow.
  
  - Extremely healthy.
  
  - Easy to grow.
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 65 days
  
  

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

 

• This Swiss Chard variety produces beautiful and delicious tender pale green stems and dark green leaves with white veins.
  
  - Plant produces good yields of 10" tall leaves
  
  - Excellent for salads and/or steamed with others greens
  
  - A cold and heat tolerant variety
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 60 days

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

 

• The Pink Swiss Chard produces excellent yields of dark green shiny leaves with magenta/hot pink stalks and veins
  
  - Excellent for salads, juicing, and/or steamed with others greens
  
  - Extremely healthy
  
  - Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

• The Magenta Swiss Chard is a popular plant that produces bright magenta colored stems
  
  - Perfect for salads or steamed greens
  
  - One of this years most popular varieties to grow
  
  - Extremely healthy
  
  - Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

 

• The Orange Swiss Chard is a popular plant that  produces some of the most amazing looking swiss chard leaves in a bright shade of orange
  
  - Perfect for salads or steamed greens
  
  - One of this years most popular varieties to grow
  
  - Extremely healthy
  
  - Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

 

• The Ruby Red Swiss Chard is an extremely prolific plant that is a very popular variety for home growers. The plant grows to about 2' tall and produces some of the most amazing looking swiss chard leaves in a deep shade of ruby red
  
  - Perfect if you're into juicing your swiss chard leaves
  
  - Great to saute and/or steam
  
  - Excellent as a salad
  
  - Plant yields all summer long into the fall months
  
  - Extremely healthy
  
  - Easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days
  
  

Additional Details

Swiss chard is high in vitamins A, K and C, with a 175g serving containing 214%, 716%, and 53%, respectively, of the recommended daily value. It is also rich in minerals, dietary fiber and protein.

 

Tansy is a hardy perennial herb with feathery, fern-like foliage and bright yellow button flowers that bloom mid to late summer. This vigorous plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, reaching 2-3 feet tall. Traditionally valued for its aromatic leaves and ornamental appeal, tansy attracts beneficial insects and adds texture to garden borders and wildflower meadows. Direct sow seeds in spring after frost danger passes, or start indoors 6-8 weeks prior. Minimal maintenance required once established. A resilient addition to herb and cottage gardens.

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• These tomatillo seeds will produce delicious 3-5 ounce fruits.
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

• These tomatillo seeds will produce delicious 3-5 ounce fruits.
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

• These tomatillo seeds will produce delicious 3-5 ounce fruits.
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas.
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

Grow vibrant purple tomatillos in your vegetable garden with these premium seeds. Each plant produces abundant 3-5 ounce fruits perfect for homemade salsas and authentic Mexican cuisine. These tomatillos mature in approximately 85 days, giving you a reliable harvest window. Plant in full sun with well-draining soil for best results. A must-have for gardeners seeking flavorful, prolific plants that thrive in warm seasons.

Purple tomatillos are a gardener's delight, delivering tangy, versatile fruits ideal for fresh salsas and cooked dishes. These seeds produce plants that yield abundant 3-5 ounce fruits with a distinctive tart flavor that brightens any recipe. Reaching maturity in 85 days, they're perfect for warm-season gardens. Plant in full sun with good drainage and watch them thrive. Whether you're a salsa enthusiast or adventurous cook, purple tomatillos add authentic flavor and visual appeal to your harvest.

• The Verde Tomatillo plant produces medium 3 ounce fruits
  
  
• Tomatillo is popularly used to make salsas
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days

You say you want a cherry tomato that is not red? And small enough to eat a handful in the garden? And sweet enough to be called a treat? Behold the White Cherry Tomato. The 1" fruit ripens from white to pale yellow, and has a super sweet, tangy flavor. Toss these little darlings on a bed of Red Leaf Lettuce for a beautiful & delicious salad. 

• Sweet, tangy flavor
• High yields
• Early producer
• Darkens with direct sun exposure

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Small (1" round)
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 70-75 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Small Red Cherry Tomato produces small red cherry tomatoes. Not Large Red Cherry Tomatoes. Small ones and lots of them.

• Small, like ½" small
• Bursting with flavor

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Small ( ½" round)
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 70-80 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Chocolate Cherry Tomato may look a bit like chocolate, but it’s all tomato. A very sweet one. If you want to taste for yourself, get to them before the birds do. Through heat and drought, sturdy vines produce generous clusters of uniform, round, 1" fruit with thin skin. If you’ve ever wished that chocolate would grow on trees, keep wishing.

• Sweet, fresh flavor
• Bird magnets
• High yields
• Heat tolerant

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Small (1" round)
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-80 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Black Cherry Tomato is a rather mysterious one. But first let us tell you about its well-known attributes. It produces large clusters of small, uniformly round 1" fruits with rich, sweet flavor. The mystery is whether these little gems will ripen to an onyx, mahogany, or amethyst color in your particular growing conditions. 

• Sweet flavor
• Small, uniform fruit
• High yields
• Rich, dark color

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Small 
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-80 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

With deep purple shoulders and a dusky pink body, the Cherokee Purple Tomato is a stunner in the garden. Slice open this beefsteak to reveal red flesh tinged with purple, brown, and green. Low acidity and sweet, slightly smoky flavor has made this a favorite of tomato lovers for more than 130 years. Will this be the year it becomes your favorite?

• Low acidity
• Sweet, smoky flavor
• Thin skin
• Darkens with direct sun exposure

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 70-80 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Caribe Tomato doesn’t mind the heat or humidity or drought. Good for Southern gardens. This compact plant is great for growing in containers and tight spaces. 

• Good medium size tomatoes
• Good for growing in containers
• Good for Southern gardens
• Loves heat and humidity

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-85 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Calypso Tomato is often referred to as a “common salad tomato". Calypso is tolerant of heat and humidity, and great for Southern gardens.

• Common tomato flavor
• Common tomato color
• Heat tolerant
• Great for Southern gardens

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-80 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Yellow Brandywine Tomato is just like the Pink Brandywine Tomato, except it’s yellow. Like siblings, these tomatoes probably shouldn’t be compared, but they really are ditto each other—ribbed shoulders, potato-leaf foliage, small seed core, sweet and tangy slicer, 1-2 lb fruits with no two alike. Except it’s yellow. And ripens a little sooner.

• Balanced flavor
• Golden yellow skin and flesh
• Potato-leaf foliage
• Good fresh or cooked

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 85-90 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Pink Brandywine Tomato has lightly ribbed shoulders and potato-leaf foliage. Whether that’s the reason no two are alike, only the tomato knows. The vigorous vine takes its time to ripen the 1-2 lb blushing pink fruit with a small seed core. A beautiful slicer with a sweet, tangy flavor to look forward to late in the season.

• Tangy tomato flavor
• Potato-leaf foliage
• Slow to ripen
• Good fresh or cooked

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 85-90 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Bonny Best Tomato has a century-old reputation as a canning and ketchup tomato due to its small seed core, acidity, and firm texture, but it’s secretly great as a fresh slicer. This high-yielder produces picture-perfect medium, round, bright red fruits with hearty flavor. A great all-around tomato with many flavorful uses.

• Acidic
• Small seed core
• What you picture when you picture a tomato
• Good fresh or cooked

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 75-80 days

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Black Krim Tomato is as unusual as it is flavorful. Hailing from the Black Sea region of Russia, this robust tomato ripens to a unique mix of deep brown shoulders atop smoky red bodies with reddish-green flesh. Reliably produces ½-1lb fruits with a rich, slightly salty flavor. Dress up a sandwich or cook up a Khrenovina sauce.

• Rich, dark coloring
• Rich, salty flavor
• Good fresh or cooked
• Darkens with direct sun exposure

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning
• Tomato size: Medium
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 70-80 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

The Big Rainbow Tomato is a popular ribbed beefsteak variety that produces 1-2 lb fruits. A favorite among gardeners for its marbled palette of orange, red, and yellow skin coloring that continues through to the flesh. Taming all that wildness is a little pot of gold flavor that is well-balanced between acidic and sweet. Heavy producer, so stake well.

• High yields
• Extra large fruit
• Well-balanced flavor
• Hearty slicer

SEED PLANTING TIPS

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning
• Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 85-95 days

Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide

Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper