Salad Garden Seeds
Imagine stepping into the garden just before lunch or dinner and returning with everything needed for a crisp, colorful salad. Tender lettuce, peppery arugula, sweet carrots, refreshing cucumbers, mild onions, fragrant herbs, crunchy radishes, juicy peppers, and vine-ripened tomatoes can all be harvested at their freshest—often only minutes before they reach the table. A homegrown Salad Garden offers flavor, texture, and variety that produce shipped long distances simply cannot match.
This collection has been carefully selected for fresh eating rather than merely gathering every vegetable that could possibly appear in a salad. It includes familiar favorites along with gourmet greens such as Mâche, Minutina, Catalogna, Watercress, and Sugar Loaf Endive; colorful carrots and radishes; sweet peppers chosen for crisp raw flavor; and tomatoes ranging from classic red slicers to orange, yellow, green, purple, mahogany, ivory, and bi-colored heirlooms. Together, these varieties make it possible to create salads that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
A productive Salad Garden can fit almost any space. Many selections thrive in raised beds, window boxes, patio containers, or compact garden rows, while succession sowing keeps quick crops such as lettuce, arugula, radishes, mustard greens, and spinach coming for weeks. Cool-season greens provide harvests in spring and fall, while cucumbers, peppers, onions, and tomatoes carry the garden through summer. Harvesting outer leaves and picking fruits regularly encourages many plants to continue producing.
For the best results, combine ingredients with contrasting qualities: mild and peppery greens, tender and crisp leaves, sweet roots, juicy cucumbers, colorful peppers, fresh herbs, and tomatoes in several sizes and colors. The result is more than a vegetable patch—it is a season-long source of fresh meals, healthy snacks, and ingredients that invite experimentation every time you carry a basket into the garden.
Build the Perfect Salad
Begin with a foundation of lettuce, spinach, Mâche, or other tender greens. Add cucumbers and radishes for refreshing crunch, carrots and sweet peppers for color and sweetness, onions and chives for savory flavor, and a mixture of cherry and slicing tomatoes for juicy richness. Finish with specialty greens or fresh herbs to create a salad entirely your own—and entirely homegrown.
Arugula, also known as Roquette (Eruca vesicaria var. sativa), is one of the signature greens of the gourmet salad garden, prized for its crisp texture and distinctive peppery flavor. A favorite throughout the Mediterranean for centuries, its tender leaves add a lively, slightly spicy bite that transforms ordinary salads into restaurant-quality creations. Fast growing and easy to cultivate, arugula is often one of the first crops ready for harvest in both spring and fall gardens.
Perfect for cut-and-come-again harvesting, Arugula produces a continuous supply of fresh leaves when the outer foliage is picked regularly. Young baby leaves are especially mild and tender, while mature leaves develop a more robust peppery flavor that many salad enthusiasts enjoy. It blends beautifully with leaf lettuce, spinach, baby kale, Swiss chard, radishes, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, green onions, and fresh herbs, creating colorful salads with exceptional flavor and texture.
Arugula thrives in cool weather and grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Successive sowings every two to three weeks provide an uninterrupted harvest throughout the cool growing seasons. Plants are equally at home in raised beds, traditional gardens, window boxes, and patio containers, making them an excellent choice for gardeners with limited growing space. Harvesting frequently encourages fresh new growth while delaying flowering and extending the season.
Beyond fresh salads, Arugula is equally delicious layered on sandwiches, tucked into wraps, scattered over homemade pizzas after baking, or lightly wilted into pasta dishes. Its quick growth, outstanding productivity, and unmistakable flavor make it one of the most rewarding crops for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh ingredients just moments before serving their meals.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Eruca vesicaria var. sativa
- Common Name: Arugula, Roquette, Rocket
- Plant Type: Cool-season annual leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 20–25 days for baby leaves; 35–45 days for mature leaves
- Height: 8–18 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Crisp, fresh, peppery, slightly nutty
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again or harvest entire plants
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, salad mixes, sandwiches, wraps, pizza topping, pasta dishes, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Arugula is one of the essential ingredients of a truly outstanding salad garden. Its rapid growth, repeated harvests, and bold peppery flavor provide an exciting contrast to milder greens such as lettuce and spinach. Whether grown in a backyard garden, raised bed, or patio container, Arugula delivers weeks of fresh gourmet greens that are ready to harvest whenever your next homemade salad is on the menu.
Good King Henry (Chenopodium bonus-henricus) is a hardy perennial vegetable that has supplied fresh greens to European kitchen gardens for centuries. Often called the "perennial spinach," this heirloom favorite produces tender young leaves each spring that are delicious in fresh salads before maturing into excellent cooking greens. Unlike annual salad crops that must be replanted each year, Good King Henry returns season after season, providing one of the earliest harvests from the home garden.
For the finest salads, harvest the young leaves while they are small, tender, and mild in flavor. Their pleasant earthy taste blends beautifully with leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, baby kale, radishes, cucumbers, green onions, and fresh herbs, adding both texture and nutritional value to spring salad mixes. As the season progresses, the larger leaves become ideal for steaming or sautéing much like spinach, while the tender spring shoots may be harvested and prepared like asparagus.
Good King Henry thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and establishes deep roots that allow it to provide dependable harvests for many years. Once established, it requires little maintenance beyond occasional watering during prolonged dry periods and benefits from rich organic soil. Because it is a perennial, gardeners enjoy fresh greens much earlier than annual crops, making it a valuable addition to edible landscapes, raised beds, and traditional kitchen gardens.
Beyond its value as a salad ingredient, Good King Henry is one of the most versatile edible perennials available. From fresh spring salads to cooked greens and tender shoots, nearly every stage of its growth offers something useful in the kitchen. Its longevity, productivity, and rich history make it an exceptional choice for gardeners interested in sustainable food production and heirloom vegetables.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Chenopodium bonus-henricus
- Common Name: Good King Henry
- Plant Type: Hardy perennial vegetable
- Days to Harvest: Young leaves harvested each spring after establishment
- Height: 18–30 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Rich, fertile, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, earthy, spinach-like when young
- Harvest Method: Harvest young leaves individually; cut tender shoots in spring
- Container Friendly: Fair; performs best in garden beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, cooked greens, asparagus-like shoots, edible landscapes, perennial kitchen gardens
Seedman Notes
Good King Henry brings something unique to the Salad Garden by providing fresh, tender greens year after year without replanting. Harvest the young spring leaves for nutritious mixed salads, then enjoy the larger leaves and tender shoots in a variety of cooked dishes. For gardeners seeking a productive heirloom perennial that extends the salad season, Good King Henry remains one of the finest edible plants available.
Note: Good King Henry seeds have a tough seed coat and require a cold dormancy period (stratification) to sprout. To successfully germinate them, cold-condition the seeds for 6–10 weeks by storing them in a damp paper towel or sand inside the fridge, followed by surface-sowing in light, moist soil.
Baby Finger Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is a delightful gourmet carrot grown especially for its slender, smooth roots, exceptional sweetness, and crisp texture. Harvested young, these miniature carrots are perfect for fresh salads, snack trays, and lunch boxes, providing garden-fresh flavor that far surpasses store-bought baby carrots. Their attractive size and tender flesh make them one of the most enjoyable vegetables to harvest directly from the garden.
Ideal for the Salad Garden, Baby Finger Carrots mature quickly and can be harvested at various stages depending on the desired size. Young roots add sweet crunch and brilliant color to tossed salads, while slightly larger carrots are excellent sliced, shredded, or served whole with fresh vegetables and dips. Their naturally sweet flavor pairs beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, radishes, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions, and fresh herbs, creating colorful salads filled with texture and nutrition.
Baby Finger Carrots thrive in loose, fertile, stone-free soil where the roots can develop straight and smooth. Regular watering encourages tender, evenly shaped carrots while preventing bitterness or cracking. Succession planting every few weeks provides a continuous supply throughout the growing season, making it easy to harvest fresh carrots whenever they're needed. Their compact size also makes them an excellent choice for raised beds, deep containers, and intensive kitchen gardens.
Whether enjoyed fresh from the garden, grated into salads, added to vegetable platters, or packed into children's lunches, Baby Finger Carrots deliver outstanding flavor and versatility. Their quick maturity, dependable production, and naturally sweet taste make them one of the finest root vegetables for gardeners who appreciate harvesting crisp, homegrown ingredients for fresh homemade salads.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
- Common Name: Baby Finger Carrot
- Plant Type: Cool-season root vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 50–60 days
- Root Length: 3–5 inches
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained, stone-free soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, tender, mild
- Harvest Method: Pull roots as needed when they reach desired size
- Container Friendly: Excellent in deep containers and raised beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, snack trays, lunch boxes, shredding, vegetable platters, gourmet garnishes
Seedman Notes
Baby Finger Carrots are one of the finest additions to a Salad Garden, producing crisp, naturally sweet roots that are ready to harvest while still young and tender. Their attractive size, outstanding flavor, and continuous harvest potential make them a favorite for gardeners who enjoy fresh, homegrown ingredients in salads, healthy snacks, and everyday meals.
Purple Haze F1 Hybrid Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is an award-winning gourmet carrot that brings exceptional color, sweetness, and crisp texture to the Salad Garden. Its striking deep purple exterior surrounds a bright orange core, creating eye-catching slices and shreds that transform ordinary salads into colorful culinary creations. Rich in antioxidants and naturally sweet, Purple Haze combines outstanding garden performance with exceptional visual appeal.
Harvested young, Purple Haze produces tender, juicy roots that are perfect for fresh salads, vegetable platters, and healthy snacks. The crisp texture and sweet, mild flavor pair beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, cucumbers, radishes, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, and fresh herbs. Thinly sliced or grated, the vibrant purple roots add dramatic contrast and nutritional value to mixed salads while making every harvest look as impressive as it tastes.
Purple Haze F1 Hybrid thrives in loose, fertile, well-drained soil free of stones, allowing the roots to develop long, smooth, and uniform. Regular watering encourages tender, crack-resistant carrots with excellent sweetness. Successive sowings every few weeks provide a continuous harvest throughout the season, ensuring a steady supply of fresh carrots for salads from early summer into fall. Its strong hybrid vigor also produces dependable yields in both raised beds and traditional garden rows.
Whether served fresh from the garden, shredded into gourmet salads, sliced for colorful vegetable trays, or enjoyed as a healthy snack, Purple Haze offers outstanding flavor and unforgettable presentation. Its unique coloration, exceptional sweetness, and dependable productivity make it one of the finest specialty carrots for gardeners who want to grow salads that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
- Common Name: Purple Haze F1 Hybrid Carrot
- Plant Type: Cool-season root vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Root Length: 7–9 inches
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained, stone-free soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Harvest Method: Pull roots when fully sized or harvest young for gourmet salads
- Container Friendly: Excellent in deep containers and raised beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, shredding, vegetable platters, gourmet garnishes, healthy snacks, juicing
Seedman Notes
Purple Haze F1 Hybrid is one of the most distinctive carrots you can grow for a Salad Garden. Its vivid purple skin, bright orange center, crisp texture, and naturally sweet flavor turn everyday salads into colorful gourmet presentations. Easy to grow and highly productive, it offers both exceptional eating quality and outstanding visual appeal from harvest to table.
Black Nebula Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is one of the most striking specialty carrots available, producing smooth, deep purple to nearly jet-black roots with exceptional sweetness and crisp texture. Rich in natural anthocyanins, this unique variety adds dramatic color and outstanding nutritional value to fresh salads while offering the classic sweet flavor gardeners expect from premium carrots. Its remarkable appearance makes every harvest a conversation piece in both the garden and the kitchen.
Perfect for gourmet Salad Gardens, Black Nebula is especially attractive when sliced or shredded into mixed greens, where its rich dark color creates beautiful contrast with lettuce, spinach, arugula, cucumbers, radishes, tomatoes, and sweet peppers. Harvested young, the roots are especially tender and juicy, while mature carrots remain crisp with excellent sweetness. They also make eye-catching additions to vegetable platters, fresh juices, and healthy snacks.
Black Nebula performs best in loose, fertile, stone-free soil where the roots can develop long, straight, and uniform. Consistent watering produces tender, flavorful carrots with excellent texture while reducing the risk of splitting. Succession sowings every few weeks provide a continuous harvest throughout the growing season, ensuring fresh carrots are always available for salads and everyday meals. This dependable variety performs exceptionally well in raised beds and deep containers where soil conditions can be carefully maintained.
Beyond its exceptional flavor, Black Nebula offers one of the highest concentrations of naturally occurring anthocyanin pigments found in carrots, making it both beautiful and nutritious. Whether harvested for colorful salads, gourmet presentations, or simply enjoyed fresh from the garden, this remarkable heirloom-style specialty carrot brings unforgettable color, outstanding flavor, and exceptional garden performance to every harvest.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
- Common Name: Black Nebula Carrot
- Plant Type: Cool-season root vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–75 days
- Root Length: 8–10 inches
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained, stone-free soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Harvest Method: Pull roots when mature or harvest young for tender gourmet salads
- Container Friendly: Excellent in deep containers and raised beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, shredding, gourmet presentations, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, juicing, natural food coloring
Seedman Notes
Black Nebula is one of the most distinctive carrots you can grow for a Salad Garden, combining dramatic near-black roots with outstanding sweetness and crisp texture. Its exceptional color creates stunning fresh salads while providing the nutritional benefits of naturally occurring anthocyanins. For gardeners looking to grow something truly memorable, Black Nebula delivers both remarkable beauty and outstanding eating quality.
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are one of the indispensable herbs of the Salad Garden, producing slender, hollow green leaves with a mild onion flavor that enhances countless fresh dishes. Unlike stronger onions, chives provide a delicate, savory taste that complements rather than overpowers other ingredients. Their ease of growth, continuous harvest, and attractive appearance make them an essential addition to every kitchen garden, whether grown in the ground, raised beds, or containers.
Fresh chives are at their finest when harvested just before serving. Snipped into small pieces, they add a crisp onion flavor to tossed salads, potato salads, pasta salads, cucumber salads, and fresh vegetable mixes. They pair beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, carrots, sweet peppers, and nearly every other salad ingredient. Their edible lavender-purple blossoms are equally attractive, adding both color and a mild onion flavor as an elegant garnish for salads and other fresh dishes.
Chives are among the easiest perennial herbs to grow, returning reliably year after year with very little care. Plants thrive in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season by simply cutting the leaves near the base. Frequent harvesting encourages fresh new growth, providing a continual supply of tender leaves from spring through fall. Their compact habit also makes them ideal for containers, window boxes, and small-space gardens.
Beyond the Salad Garden, chives are valued throughout the kitchen for seasoning soups, baked potatoes, eggs, seafood, dips, cream cheese, and countless other recipes. Their long productive life, dependable growth, and continuous harvest make them one of the most rewarding herbs for gardeners who enjoy fresh ingredients only moments after picking.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium schoenoprasum
- Common Name: Chives
- Plant Type: Hardy perennial herb
- Days to Harvest: Approximately 60 days from seed; continual harvest thereafter
- Height: 12–18 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild onion flavor with fresh, delicate aroma
- Harvest Method: Snip leaves near the base as needed; harvest edible flowers when fully open
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, salad dressings, potato salads, pasta salads, sandwiches, dips, soups, eggs, edible flowers, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Chives are one of the cornerstone herbs of the Salad Garden, providing a steady supply of fresh, mild onion-flavored leaves throughout the growing season. Their continuous harvest, attractive edible blossoms, and exceptional versatility make them an indispensable ingredient for fresh salads and countless everyday recipes, while their dependable perennial nature rewards gardeners with years of productive harvests from a single planting.
Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum) are an outstanding perennial herb that combines the fresh appearance of traditional chives with a mild garlic flavor that elevates salads and countless other dishes. Their flat, deep green leaves provide a delicate garlic taste that is far gentler than fresh garlic cloves, making them a favorite for gardeners who enjoy adding fresh herbs to everyday meals. Easy to grow and exceptionally productive, Garlic Chives provide continuous harvests from spring through fall and return reliably year after year.
Freshly snipped Garlic Chives are a wonderful addition to homemade salads, lending a subtle garlic flavor that blends beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, radishes, sweet peppers, and green onions. Their attractive white star-shaped flowers are also edible, adding both beauty and a mild garlic essence to tossed salads, vegetable platters, and garnishes. The tender leaves are equally delicious mixed into vinaigrettes, herb butters, cream cheese, and fresh dips.
Garlic Chives thrive in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and are among the easiest perennial herbs to maintain. Frequent harvesting encourages fresh new growth, allowing gardeners to enjoy multiple cuttings throughout the growing season. Their compact growth habit makes them ideal for raised beds, herb gardens, vegetable borders, and patio containers, ensuring fresh herbs are always within easy reach of the kitchen.
Beyond fresh salads, Garlic Chives are widely used to season stir-fries, omelets, soups, seafood, potatoes, rice dishes, and countless Asian-inspired recipes. Their dependable perennial habit, continuous harvests, and versatile culinary uses make them one of the most valuable herbs a gardener can grow for adding fresh, homegrown flavor to everyday cooking.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium tuberosum
- Common Name: Garlic Chives, Chinese Chives
- Plant Type: Hardy perennial herb
- Days to Harvest: Approximately 70–80 days from seed; continual harvest thereafter
- Height: 12–24 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, fresh garlic flavor
- Harvest Method: Snip leaves near the base as needed; harvest edible flowers when fully open
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, salad dressings, stir-fries, soups, eggs, seafood, herb butters, dips, edible flowers, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Garlic Chives are an outstanding addition to any Salad Garden, providing a steady supply of tender leaves with a mild garlic flavor that enhances fresh vegetables without overpowering them. Their edible white flowers, dependable perennial growth, and exceptional versatility make Garlic Chives one of the most rewarding herbs for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh ingredients throughout the growing season.
Welsh Onion Red Chives (Allium fistulosum) is a hardy perennial bunching onion grown for its attractive reddish-purple stems, tender green leaves, and mild onion flavor. Unlike bulb onions, this productive variety forms clumps that can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season, providing a dependable supply of fresh greens for salads and everyday cooking. Its colorful stems and upright habit also add ornamental appeal to raised beds, herb gardens, and vegetable borders.
For the Salad Garden, Welsh Onion Red Chives offers exceptional versatility. The tender leaves and young stems can be finely sliced into tossed salads, potato salads, pasta salads, and coleslaw, adding a pleasant onion flavor without overpowering other fresh ingredients. They blend wonderfully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, radishes, sweet peppers, and fresh herbs, while their attractive reddish stems add an extra touch of color to homemade salads and garnishes.
This easy-to-grow perennial thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and quickly develops into vigorous clumps that provide harvests for many years. Individual leaves or entire stems may be harvested as needed, and regular cutting encourages fresh new growth throughout the season. Plants perform equally well in traditional gardens, raised beds, and containers, making fresh onion flavor readily available just steps from the kitchen.
Beyond fresh salads, Welsh Onion Red Chives are excellent in soups, stir-fries, omelets, baked potatoes, egg dishes, seafood, and countless other recipes. Their long productive life, attractive appearance, and continual harvest make them one of the most useful perennial onions for gardeners who appreciate fresh, homegrown ingredients throughout the growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium fistulosum
- Common Name: Welsh Onion Red Chives, Red Welsh Onion
- Plant Type: Hardy perennial bunching onion
- Days to Harvest: Approximately 60–70 days; continual harvest thereafter
- Height: 18–24 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet onion flavor
- Harvest Method: Snip individual leaves or harvest entire stems as needed
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, salad dressings, sandwiches, soups, stir-fries, omelets, baked potatoes, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Welsh Onion Red Chives is an outstanding perennial for the Salad Garden, providing a continuous supply of colorful, mild-flavored onion greens from a single planting. Its attractive reddish stems, dependable regrowth, and exceptional versatility make it a favorite for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh ingredients for salads, sandwiches, and everyday cooking throughout the growing season.
Burpless Supreme Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is an outstanding slicing cucumber prized for its exceptionally mild, sweet flavor, thin tender skin, and crisp texture. As its name suggests, this burpless variety was developed to reduce bitterness and digestive discomfort while producing long, attractive fruits that are perfect for fresh eating. Whether sliced into garden salads or enjoyed straight from the vine, Burpless Supreme delivers refreshing flavor throughout the summer.
No Salad Garden is complete without fresh cucumbers, and Burpless Supreme is among the finest varieties available. Its juicy, nearly seedless fruits combine beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, sweet peppers, carrots, radishes, green onions, and fresh herbs to create crisp, refreshing salads bursting with homegrown flavor. Thin-skinned enough to enjoy without peeling, the cucumbers are equally delicious on sandwiches, wraps, and vegetable platters.
Burpless Supreme thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture. Vigorous vines produce generous harvests over an extended season, especially when fruits are picked regularly. Growing plants on a trellis improves air circulation, keeps the cucumbers clean and straight, and makes harvesting easier while conserving valuable garden space. Succession planting every few weeks provides a continuous supply of fresh cucumbers throughout the growing season.
Whether grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, or large containers with trellis support, Burpless Supreme rewards gardeners with abundant harvests of premium-quality slicing cucumbers. Its crisp texture, sweet flavor, and dependable productivity make it one of the essential vegetables for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh ingredients just moments before preparing homemade salads.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Common Name: Burpless Supreme Cucumber
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 55–60 days
- Fruit Size: 10–12 inches
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, refreshing
- Harvest Method: Pick fruits regularly while young for best flavor and continued production
- Container Friendly: Yes; best grown with a trellis or other support
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, slicing
Seedman Notes
Burpless Supreme is one of the premier cucumbers for the Salad Garden, producing long, crisp fruits with a mild, sweet flavor and tender skin that requires no peeling. Its heavy yields, extended harvest season, and outstanding eating quality make it an excellent choice for gardeners who want a continuous supply of fresh cucumbers for salads and healthy summer meals.
Saladmore Bush Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a compact, space-saving cucumber developed especially for gardeners who want abundant harvests without sprawling vines. Despite its bushy growth habit, this productive variety produces full-sized, crisp slicing cucumbers with a sweet, refreshing flavor that makes them ideal for fresh homemade salads. Its compact size makes it one of the finest cucumbers for raised beds, small gardens, and patio containers.
Freshly harvested Saladmore Bush cucumbers add cool, crisp texture and mild flavor to every salad. Their tender skin and juicy flesh pair perfectly with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, carrots, radishes, sweet peppers, green onions, and fresh herbs to create colorful summer salads bursting with garden-fresh flavor. The uniform fruits are also excellent for sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, and healthy snacks straight from the garden.
Saladmore Bush thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and regular watering. Its naturally compact growth requires far less space than traditional vining cucumbers, making it ideal for intensive planting in raised beds or large containers. Frequent harvesting encourages continued flowering and fruit production, rewarding gardeners with a steady supply of cucumbers throughout the growing season. Although compact, a small cage or light support can help keep fruits clean and improve air circulation.
Whether gardening in a backyard, on a patio, or in a limited growing space, Saladmore Bush delivers dependable harvests of premium-quality slicing cucumbers. Its compact habit, heavy yields, and outstanding fresh flavor make it one of the very best cucumber varieties for gardeners who want homegrown ingredients for crisp, refreshing salads all summer long.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Common Name: Saladmore Bush Cucumber
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 55–60 days
- Fruit Size: 7–8 inches
- Growth Habit: Compact bush
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, mild, refreshing
- Harvest Method: Pick fruits regularly while young for peak quality and continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, raised bed gardening
Seedman Notes
Saladmore Bush is one of the finest cucumbers for today's Salad Garden, combining full-sized slicing cucumbers with a compact, easy-to-manage plant that fits beautifully into raised beds, containers, and small gardens. Its crisp texture, sweet flavor, and continuous production ensure a steady harvest of fresh cucumbers that are always ready for salads, sandwiches, and healthy summer meals.
National Pickling Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is a classic heirloom variety renowned for producing crisp, flavorful cucumbers that are equally delicious fresh from the garden or preserved as homemade pickles. While famous for its outstanding pickling quality, the young fruits are exceptionally tender, juicy, and refreshing, making them an excellent addition to the Salad Garden. Harvested at an early stage, they deliver outstanding crunch and fresh cucumber flavor in every bite.
Young National Pickling cucumbers are perfect for slicing into tossed salads, cucumber salads, pasta salads, and fresh vegetable platters. Their firm texture, thin skin, and mild flavor blend beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, carrots, radishes, sweet peppers, green onions, and fresh herbs. Frequent harvesting while the fruits are small encourages continued production, providing a steady supply of crisp cucumbers throughout the growing season.
Plants are vigorous, productive, and easy to grow in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and regular moisture. Growing vines on a trellis improves air circulation, keeps fruits clean, and simplifies harvesting, while traditional ground culture also produces excellent yields. Successive sowings extend the harvest season, allowing gardeners to enjoy fresh cucumbers for salads before later harvests are reserved for making delicious homemade pickles.
Whether harvested young for fresh salads or allowed to mature for pickling, National Pickling is one of the most versatile cucumber varieties available. Its dependable yields, crisp texture, and outstanding flavor have made it a favorite among home gardeners for generations, providing fresh ingredients for summer meals while also producing exceptional pickles for year-round enjoyment.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Common Name: National Pickling Cucumber
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 52–55 days
- Fruit Size: 3–6 inches (best harvested young for salads)
- Growth Habit: Vigorous vine
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
- Flavor Profile: Crisp, mild, refreshing
- Harvest Method: Pick frequently while fruits are young for salads or allow to mature for pickling
- Container Friendly: Yes; with sturdy trellis support
- Uses: Fresh salads, cucumber salads, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, sandwiches, pickling
Seedman Notes
National Pickling is far more than an outstanding pickling cucumber. Harvested while young, it produces crisp, tender fruits that are perfect for fresh summer salads and healthy snacks. Its exceptional versatility allows gardeners to enjoy fresh cucumbers throughout the season while still producing a later harvest ideal for making delicious homemade pickles, making it one of the most rewarding cucumbers for any home garden.
Pick A Bushel F1 Hybrid Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is an award-winning cucumber developed specifically for gardeners who want abundant harvests from compact, easy-to-manage plants. This All-America Selections winner combines a naturally bushy growth habit with exceptional yields of crisp, sweet slicing cucumbers, making it one of the finest choices for today's Salad Garden. Whether grown in raised beds, patio containers, or traditional gardens, Pick A Bushel consistently delivers premium-quality cucumbers all summer long.
Freshly picked cucumbers are the centerpiece of countless summer salads, and Pick A Bushel excels in both flavor and texture. Its smooth, dark green fruits are crisp, juicy, and pleasantly sweet, blending beautifully with lettuce, spinach, arugula, tomatoes, carrots, radishes, sweet peppers, green onions, and fresh herbs. Thin-skinned and virtually bitterness-free, the cucumbers require little preparation before slicing into tossed salads, sandwiches, wraps, or fresh vegetable platters.
Pick A Bushel thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture. Its compact vines require far less space than traditional cucumbers while continuing to produce impressive yields over an extended harvest season. Plants perform exceptionally well in raised beds, containers, and small gardens, and a short trellis or tomato cage helps improve air circulation, keeps fruits clean, and makes harvesting even easier. Frequent picking encourages continued flowering and maximum production.
Whether you're gardening in a spacious backyard or on a sunny patio, Pick A Bushel F1 Hybrid makes it easy to enjoy fresh, homegrown cucumbers just minutes before serving. Its compact growth, outstanding productivity, and exceptional eating quality make it one of the best cucumber varieties available for gardeners who want a continuous supply of crisp ingredients for homemade salads throughout the summer.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
- Common Name: Pick A Bushel F1 Hybrid Cucumber
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 50–55 days
- Fruit Size: 5–6 inches
- Growth Habit: Compact semi-bush vine
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Harvest Method: Pick fruits regularly while young for peak quality and continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, raised beds, patio containers
Seedman Notes
Pick A Bushel F1 Hybrid is one of the finest cucumbers for a modern Salad Garden, combining compact plants with remarkably heavy yields of sweet, crisp cucumbers. Its outstanding container performance, continuous production, and exceptional fresh flavor make it an excellent choice for gardeners with limited space who still want an abundant harvest of premium salad-quality cucumbers all season long.
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Sugar Loaf Endive (Cichorium intybus) is a premium European salad green prized for its dense, elongated heads of crisp, pale green leaves and pleasantly mild flavor. Unlike many traditional chicories that develop a pronounced bitterness, Sugar Loaf offers a delicate balance of sweetness and gentle tang, making it one of the finest leafy vegetables for fresh salads. Cool weather further improves its flavor, producing tender, refreshing leaves that become increasingly sweet after light autumn frosts.
One of the highlights of the Salad Garden, Sugar Loaf provides exceptional texture and substance to fresh salad mixes. The crisp leaves pair beautifully with leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful gourmet salads with outstanding flavor and crunch. The firm heads also store well after harvest, allowing gardeners to enjoy fresh-picked greens over an extended period.
Sugar Loaf thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cooler months of spring and fall. Plants are easy to grow and reward gardeners with handsome upright heads that resist bolting better than many leafy greens. Successive sowings provide a continuous harvest throughout the cool season, while raised beds and containers offer excellent growing environments where soil conditions can be easily managed.
Whether harvested leaf by leaf or cut as an entire head, Sugar Loaf delivers crisp texture, refreshing flavor, and outstanding versatility in the kitchen. Its mild taste makes it equally suitable for fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, or lightly grilled side dishes. For gardeners looking to expand beyond ordinary lettuce, Sugar Loaf Endive offers one of the finest gourmet greens available for creating memorable homegrown salads.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cichorium intybus
- Common Name: Sugar Loaf Endive
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 75–90 days
- Head Size: 10–16 inches tall
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, crisp, slightly sweet with a pleasant hint of bitterness
- Harvest Method: Harvest individual outer leaves or cut entire mature heads
- Container Friendly: Very good
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, sandwiches, wraps, grilled vegetables, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Sugar Loaf Endive is one of Europe's classic salad greens and an outstanding addition to any Salad Garden. Its crisp texture, mild flavor, excellent storage qualities, and improved sweetness during cool weather make it an ideal companion to lettuces, spinach, and arugula. For gardeners seeking gourmet-quality salads harvested fresh from the garden, Sugar Loaf remains one of the finest leafy vegetables you can grow.
Catalogna Special Italian Dandelion (Cichorium intybus) is a prized Italian heirloom grown for its long, deeply cut leaves that bring crisp texture and a pleasantly bittersweet flavor to gourmet salads. Unlike common wild dandelions, this carefully selected variety produces vigorous, upright plants with tender young foliage that has been enjoyed throughout the Mediterranean for generations. Rich in flavor and nutrition, Catalogna adds depth and character to fresh salads while providing dependable harvests throughout the cool growing season.
Harvest the young leaves early for the mildest flavor, or allow the plants to mature for a more robust taste appreciated by gourmet cooks. Catalogna blends beautifully with leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, Sugar Loaf endive, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful salads with outstanding texture and complexity. The crisp leaves also pair wonderfully with olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese in traditional Italian-style salads.
Catalogna thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Regular harvesting encourages continuous production of tender new leaves, while successive sowings provide fresh greens throughout the growing season. Plants are equally suited to traditional gardens, raised beds, and containers, making them an excellent addition to gardens of every size.
Beyond fresh salads, Catalogna is widely used in Italian cuisine where larger leaves may be lightly sautéed, braised, or added to soups and pasta dishes. Its versatility, outstanding nutritional value, and distinctive flavor make it an exceptional choice for gardeners looking to expand their Salad Garden with one of Europe's finest gourmet greens.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cichorium intybus
- Common Name: Catalogna Special Italian Dandelion
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 45–60 days for baby leaves; 65–75 days for mature plants
- Height: 18–24 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Crisp, mildly bitter, slightly nutty, pleasantly tangy
- Harvest Method: Harvest young outer leaves continuously or cut mature plants as needed
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, sautéing, braising, soups, pasta dishes, Mediterranean cuisine
Seedman Notes
Catalogna Special Italian Dandelion brings authentic Mediterranean flavor to the Salad Garden with its crisp, nutritious leaves and dependable harvests. Combined with lettuces, arugula, endive, carrots, cucumbers, and fresh herbs, it creates gourmet-quality salads that rival those found in fine Italian restaurants. For gardeners who enjoy exploring traditional European vegetables, Catalogna is an outstanding addition that delivers both exceptional flavor and remarkable versatility.
Dwarf Siberian Kale (Brassica napus var. pabularia) is a remarkably hardy heirloom green that produces tender, blue-green leaves with a mild, slightly sweet flavor ideal for fresh salads. Unlike many larger kale varieties, its young leaves remain exceptionally tender and pleasant to eat raw, making it a valuable addition to the Salad Garden. Cool weather further enhances its sweetness, rewarding gardeners with crisp, nutritious harvests from early spring through late fall, and often well into winter.
Harvested as baby greens, Dwarf Siberian Kale adds wonderful texture, color, and nutrition to homemade salads. Its tender leaves combine beautifully with leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, Sugar Loaf endive, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives to create hearty gourmet salad blends. Regular harvesting of the outer leaves encourages continuous new growth, allowing a single planting to provide fresh greens for months.
This exceptionally cold-hardy variety grows vigorously in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and thrives during the cooler months when many warm-season vegetables have finished producing. Plants are well suited for traditional gardens, raised beds, and containers, making them easy to grow in gardens of any size. Succession sowings provide uninterrupted harvests, while established plants often continue producing long after frost has arrived.
Beyond fresh salads, Dwarf Siberian Kale is equally delicious lightly sautéed, steamed, blended into smoothies, or added to soups and stir-fries. Its outstanding cold tolerance, continuous harvest, and exceptional nutritional value make it one of the most dependable leafy vegetables for gardeners seeking fresh, homegrown salad ingredients over an extended growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Brassica napus var. pabularia
- Common Name: Dwarf Siberian Kale
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 25–30 days for baby leaves; 50–60 days for mature plants
- Height: 12–18 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, slightly sweet, tender, earthy
- Harvest Method: Harvest outer leaves continuously or cut entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, smoothies, soups, stir-fries, sautéing, gourmet salad mixes
Seedman Notes
Dwarf Siberian Kale is one of the finest leafy greens for extending the Salad Garden well beyond the traditional growing season. Its tender baby leaves, mild flavor, and remarkable cold tolerance provide months of fresh harvests that combine beautifully with lettuces, spinach, arugula, and other gourmet greens. For gardeners seeking dependable production and exceptional nutrition from spring through winter, Dwarf Siberian Kale is an outstanding choice.
Musselburg Giant Leek (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum) is a time-honored heirloom prized for its exceptionally large, tender white stems and mild, sweet onion flavor. Grown in Europe for well over a century, this dependable variety produces thick, flavorful stalks that are equally at home in the Salad Garden and the kitchen. Harvested young, the stems are crisp, succulent, and delicate enough to enjoy fresh, while mature plants develop into impressive leeks valued for their versatility and outstanding winter hardiness.
For the freshest salads, harvest Musselburg Giant while the stems are still young and tender. Thinly sliced, they contribute a mild onion flavor that blends beautifully with leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, Sugar Loaf endive, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Their sweet, refined flavor is less pungent than mature onions, making them an excellent choice for gardeners who enjoy adding fresh onion character without overpowering delicate salad greens.
Musselburg Giant thrives in fertile, moisture-retentive soil enriched with organic matter and performs best with consistent watering throughout the growing season. Gradually hilling soil around the stems or blanching them produces long, snowy-white shafts with an exceptionally tender texture. Plants are well suited to raised beds and traditional vegetable gardens, and their excellent cold tolerance allows harvests to continue well into autumn and even through mild winters.
Beyond fresh salads, Musselburg Giant is one of the finest leeks for soups, stews, quiches, stir-fries, roasting, and countless gourmet recipes. Its outstanding versatility allows gardeners to enjoy tender young stems in summer salads before harvesting larger plants later in the season for hearty cooked dishes, making it an exceptionally rewarding crop for gardeners who appreciate fresh ingredients throughout the year.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum
- Common Name: Musselburg Giant Leek
- Plant Type: Cool-season biennial grown as an annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 100–120 days
- Plant Height: 24–36 inches
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, delicate onion flavor
- Harvest Method: Harvest young stems for salads or allow plants to mature for full-sized leeks
- Container Friendly: Good in deep containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, soups, stews, quiches, stir-fries, roasting, gourmet cooking
Seedman Notes
Musselburg Giant Leek brings two harvests from one planting—tender young stems that add a sweet onion flavor to fresh salads, followed by large mature leeks perfect for hearty soups and gourmet cooking. Its exceptional cold tolerance, dependable yields, and remarkable versatility make it an outstanding addition to both the Salad Garden and the traditional kitchen garden.
Heirloom Garden Mix Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a carefully selected blend of time-honored lettuce varieties offering an outstanding combination of colors, textures, flavors, and leaf shapes. From tender buttery greens and crisp romaines to richly colored red leaf types, this diverse mixture produces beautiful gourmet salads that rival those found in fine restaurants. Fast growing and easy to harvest, it provides an abundant supply of fresh, flavorful greens throughout the cool growing season.
Designed specifically for the Salad Garden, this heirloom blend allows gardeners to harvest a complete assortment of lettuce from a single planting. Young baby leaves are exceptionally tender and mild, while mature leaves provide additional crunch and texture. Combined with arugula, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, Catalogna, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, Heirloom Garden Mix creates colorful, nutrient-rich salads harvested just moments before serving.
Heirloom Garden Mix performs best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Regular harvesting of the outer leaves encourages continuous new growth, allowing plants to produce fresh salads for weeks through the cut-and-come-again method. Successive sowings every two to three weeks ensure an uninterrupted harvest, while raised beds and containers provide ideal growing conditions for gardeners with limited space.
Whether enjoyed as tender baby greens or harvested as full-sized leaves, this heirloom collection delivers exceptional freshness, flavor, and visual appeal. The diverse mix of textures and colors transforms ordinary salads into gourmet creations while preserving the outstanding qualities that have made these traditional lettuce varieties favorites of gardeners for generations.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Heirloom Garden Mix Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 25–30 days for baby greens; 45–60 days for mature leaves
- Height: 6–12 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, with a variety of textures and flavors
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again or harvest entire heads as desired
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, gourmet salad mixes, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Heirloom Garden Mix Lettuce is the foundation of an exceptional Salad Garden, producing a beautiful assortment of traditional lettuce varieties that provide continuous harvests of fresh, colorful greens. Combined with homegrown cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, herbs, and other salad favorites, this blend makes it easy to enjoy gourmet-quality salads straight from your own garden throughout the growing season.
Red Sails Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an award-winning looseleaf lettuce celebrated for its beautifully ruffled burgundy-red leaves, tender texture, and exceptionally mild, sweet flavor. This All-America Selections winner combines outstanding garden performance with striking ornamental appeal, producing abundant harvests of colorful leaves that elevate every homemade salad. Its slow-to-bolt nature allows gardeners to enjoy fresh-picked lettuce over an extended season, even as temperatures begin to warm.
One of the finest lettuces for the Salad Garden, Red Sails is perfect for cut-and-come-again harvesting. The tender outer leaves may be picked continuously while the plant keeps producing fresh new growth, providing weeks of crisp, flavorful greens. Its attractive red-bronze foliage creates beautiful contrast when combined with green leaf lettuces, spinach, arugula, Sugar Loaf endive, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating vibrant gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving.
Red Sails thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Its excellent resistance to bolting extends the harvest season beyond many traditional leaf lettuces, while successive sowings every few weeks provide a continuous supply of tender leaves. This dependable variety grows equally well in raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers, making fresh salads accessible even in limited garden spaces.
Whether enjoyed as tender baby greens or mature leaves, Red Sails delivers outstanding flavor, crisp texture, and exceptional visual appeal. Its combination of reliable production, beautiful coloration, and prolonged harvest makes it one of the premier leaf lettuces for gardeners who appreciate colorful, restaurant-quality salads made entirely from homegrown ingredients.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Red Sails Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 28–35 days for baby greens; 45–55 days for mature leaves
- Height: 8–12 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, tender
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again or harvest entire plant
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, gourmet salad mixes, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Red Sails Lettuce is one of the finest looseleaf lettuces for the Salad Garden, combining beautiful burgundy-red foliage with a sweet, tender flavor and an exceptionally long harvest season. Its dependable cut-and-come-again growth and outstanding color make it a perfect companion for cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, herbs, and other fresh salad favorites, creating vibrant homegrown salads throughout the season.
Iceberg Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is the classic crisphead lettuce prized for its tightly packed heads, refreshing crunch, and mild, clean flavor. For generations it has been the standard for fresh salads, sandwiches, and burgers, producing firm, pale green heads that stay crisp even after harvesting. Its cool, juicy texture makes Iceberg one of the most refreshing vegetables in the Salad Garden and an essential ingredient for countless fresh meals.
No Salad Garden is truly complete without the unmistakable crispness of freshly harvested Iceberg Lettuce. Homegrown heads develop a sweetness and freshness rarely found in store-bought lettuce, making every salad noticeably more flavorful. The crisp leaves pair perfectly with arugula, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, heirloom lettuces, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives to create colorful, refreshing salads picked just moments before serving.
Iceberg Lettuce grows best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall in fertile, well-drained soil that remains consistently moist. Plants appreciate regular watering to encourage the development of firm, tightly wrapped heads with excellent texture. Successive sowings every few weeks provide a continuous harvest throughout the cool season, while raised beds and containers offer ideal growing conditions for gardeners with limited space.
Beyond traditional tossed salads, Iceberg Lettuce is valued for its versatility in the kitchen. The crisp leaves are excellent for sandwiches, wraps, tacos, and wedge salads, while the sturdy texture holds up well under creamy dressings and hearty toppings. Its refreshing crunch, dependable performance, and outstanding eating quality make Iceberg one of the cornerstone vegetables of every successful Salad Garden.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Iceberg Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–80 days
- Head Size: 6–8 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, refreshing
- Harvest Method: Cut entire mature head at soil level
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, wedge salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, tacos, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Iceberg Lettuce remains one of the great classics of the Salad Garden, producing firm, crisp heads with unmatched freshness and crunch when harvested from your own garden. Combined with homegrown cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, herbs, and other fresh vegetables, it provides the perfect foundation for refreshing salads that showcase the superior flavor of homegrown produce.
Marvel of Four Seasons Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a treasured French heirloom renowned for its beautiful rosettes of richly colored leaves that blend shades of emerald green, bronze, and deep burgundy. Introduced to gardeners in the late 1800s, this exceptional butterhead variety has remained a favorite for generations because of its tender texture, sweet buttery flavor, and remarkable adaptability throughout the growing season. It produces attractive, loosely formed heads that are as ornamental in the garden as they are delicious on the table.
An outstanding choice for the Salad Garden, Marvel of Four Seasons offers crisp outer leaves for continuous harvest while the developing heart remains wonderfully tender and buttery. The colorful foliage combines beautifully with arugula, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, heirloom leaf lettuces, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating gourmet salads filled with vibrant color, exceptional texture, and fresh garden flavor harvested just minutes before serving.
This dependable heirloom thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and performs exceptionally well during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Plants exhibit excellent tolerance to changing weather, making them reliable producers over an extended harvest season. Gardeners may harvest individual outer leaves using the cut-and-come-again method or allow the plants to mature into beautiful butterhead rosettes. Raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers all provide excellent growing conditions.
Whether enjoyed as tender baby greens or harvested as full butterhead plants, Marvel of Four Seasons delivers outstanding eating quality and timeless heirloom character. Its combination of beautiful coloration, sweet buttery flavor, and dependable productivity makes it one of the finest lettuces for gardeners seeking restaurant-quality salads grown fresh in their own backyard.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Marvel of Four Seasons Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 30–35 days for baby greens; 55–65 days for mature heads
- Head Size: 8–10 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, buttery, tender, crisp
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again for outer leaves or harvest entire mature head
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, gourmet salad mixes, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Marvel of Four Seasons has earned its reputation as one of the world's finest heirloom lettuces, combining exceptional beauty with a rich, buttery flavor that elevates every homemade salad. Its colorful leaves, dependable harvests, and versatility make it an ideal companion for cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, herbs, and other fresh garden favorites, providing gourmet-quality salads from spring through fall.
Salad Bowl Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is one of the finest looseleaf lettuces ever developed for continuous harvesting, producing abundant rosettes of deeply lobed, tender green leaves with a sweet, delicate flavor. An All-America Selections winner, this dependable heirloom has earned its reputation as one of the easiest and most productive lettuces for home gardeners. Its attractive oak leaf-shaped foliage remains crisp and flavorful throughout an extended harvest season, making it a cornerstone of the Salad Garden.
Perfect for the cut-and-come-again method, Salad Bowl allows gardeners to harvest the outer leaves repeatedly while the plant continues producing fresh new growth from the center. This provides a steady supply of tender greens for weeks without the need to replant. Its mild, buttery flavor blends beautifully with arugula, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, heirloom lettuces, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful gourmet salads harvested fresh from the garden just moments before serving.
Salad Bowl thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. It is notably slow to bolt, extending the harvest season well beyond many other looseleaf lettuces. Successive sowings every two to three weeks ensure a continuous supply of fresh greens, while its compact growth habit makes it equally well suited for raised beds, traditional gardens, window boxes, and patio containers.
Whether harvested as delicate baby greens or full-sized leaves, Salad Bowl delivers exceptional freshness, crisp texture, and dependable production throughout the growing season. Its long harvest period, attractive appearance, and outstanding flavor have made it one of the most popular lettuces for gardeners who enjoy preparing healthy, homegrown salads from their own backyard.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Salad Bowl Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 28–35 days for baby greens; 45–55 days for mature plants
- Height: 8–12 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, mild, buttery, crisp
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire plant
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, gourmet salad mixes, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Salad Bowl Lettuce is one of the essential foundation crops of the Salad Garden, producing continuous harvests of tender, flavorful leaves over an exceptionally long season. Its slow-bolting habit, dependable productivity, and compatibility with cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, herbs, and other fresh garden vegetables make it one of the finest lettuces for creating crisp, gourmet-quality salads from spring through fall.
Tom Thumb Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a charming heirloom butterhead variety dating back to the mid-1800s, treasured for its perfectly formed miniature heads and exceptionally sweet, tender leaves. Growing only about the size of a softball, this compact lettuce is ideal for gardeners with limited space while producing gourmet-quality salads with outstanding freshness and flavor. Its attractive rosettes mature quickly, making it one of the earliest and most rewarding lettuces in the Salad Garden.
Despite its small size, Tom Thumb delivers remarkable eating quality with crisp outer leaves and a buttery, tender heart. Individual leaves may be harvested as needed, or the entire miniature head can be picked for a single fresh meal. It combines beautifully with arugula, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, heirloom leaf lettuces, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful, gourmet salads harvested directly from the garden just moments before serving.
Tom Thumb thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and performs exceptionally well during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Its compact growth habit makes it one of the finest lettuces for raised beds, window boxes, patio containers, and intensive small-space gardens. Successive sowings every two to three weeks provide a continual harvest of perfectly sized heads throughout the season, ensuring a steady supply of fresh salad greens.
Whether grown for baby greens or harvested as complete miniature heads, Tom Thumb offers exceptional versatility and timeless heirloom charm. Its quick maturity, compact habit, and outstanding buttery flavor have made it a favorite of home gardeners for generations and an essential addition to any Salad Garden where fresh, homegrown ingredients are always within easy reach.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Lactuca sativa
- Common Name: Tom Thumb Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 45–55 days
- Head Size: 4–5 inches; softball-sized
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, buttery, tender, crisp
- Harvest Method: Harvest individual outer leaves or cut the entire mature head
- Container Friendly: Outstanding
- Uses: Fresh salads, individual serving heads, sandwiches, wraps, gourmet salad mixes, container gardening
Seedman Notes
Tom Thumb Lettuce proves that great things come in small packages. Its miniature heads mature quickly, making it perfect for gardeners with limited space or anyone who enjoys harvesting fresh, single-serving heads at their peak. Combined with homegrown cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, herbs, and other salad favorites, Tom Thumb delivers gourmet-quality salads with exceptional freshness throughout the growing season.
Mâche, also known as Corn Salad (Valerianella locusta), is one of Europe's finest gourmet salad greens, prized for its small, spoon-shaped leaves, delicate texture, and mild, nutty flavor. Long favored by French chefs and home gardeners alike, this cool-season delicacy produces compact rosettes of tender foliage that bring elegance and exceptional freshness to homemade salads. Its remarkable cold tolerance allows gardeners to enjoy crisp greens long after many other salad crops have finished for the season.
An essential addition to the Salad Garden, Mâche offers tender leaves that are harvested as complete rosettes or by picking individual leaves as needed. Its subtle, buttery flavor pairs beautifully with leaf lettuce, arugula, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, heirloom lettuces, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. The soft texture and refined taste make it an excellent foundation for gourmet salads dressed with light vinaigrettes that allow its natural flavor to shine.
Mâche thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring, autumn, and even mild winter weather. Unlike many leafy greens, it flourishes in cold conditions and often survives light frosts with little damage. Successive sowings provide an extended harvest, while its compact growth habit makes it an excellent choice for raised beds, containers, cold frames, and small kitchen gardens where space is limited.
Whether harvested for elegant dinner salads or everyday fresh meals, Mâche delivers outstanding flavor, nutrition, and versatility. Rich in vitamins and minerals, it has earned a reputation as one of the most refined salad greens available. Its exceptional cold hardiness and gourmet appeal make it one of the finest vegetables for gardeners seeking fresh, homegrown salads from autumn through early spring.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Valerianella locusta
- Common Name: Mâche, Corn Salad, Lamb's Lettuce
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 40–60 days
- Height: 3–6 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, buttery, slightly nutty, tender
- Harvest Method: Harvest entire rosettes or pick individual leaves as needed
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, baby greens, garnishes, cold-season gardening
Seedman Notes
Mâche is one of the true gourmet treasures of the Salad Garden, producing tender, nutty-flavored greens when many other vegetables have stopped growing. Combined with homegrown lettuces, arugula, carrots, cucumbers, herbs, and other cool-season favorites, it creates elegant, restaurant-quality salads harvested fresh from the garden during some of the coolest months of the year.
Frizzy Lizzy Mustard (Brassica juncea) is a gourmet leafy green prized for its beautifully frilled foliage, crisp texture, and pleasantly peppery flavor. The finely cut, decorative leaves add both visual appeal and lively taste to fresh salads, making this fast-growing mustard an outstanding addition to the Salad Garden. Quick to mature and exceptionally productive, Frizzy Lizzy provides an abundance of tender greens that are ready to harvest in just a few weeks.
Harvest the young baby leaves for the mildest flavor and the most tender texture. Their gentle peppery bite complements leaf lettuce, arugula, spinach, Mâche, Sugar Loaf endive, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful gourmet salads with outstanding flavor and texture. As the leaves mature, their flavor becomes bolder, allowing gardeners to enjoy them either fresh or lightly cooked in stir-fries and sautéed dishes.
Frizzy Lizzy thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and grows best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Frequent harvesting encourages continuous new growth, allowing gardeners to enjoy repeated cut-and-come-again harvests throughout the season. Successive sowings every two to three weeks provide a steady supply of fresh greens, while its compact habit makes it an excellent performer in raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers.
Whether harvested for delicate baby greens or slightly larger leaves, Frizzy Lizzy delivers exceptional versatility in the kitchen. Its attractive frilled foliage, crisp texture, and balanced peppery flavor make it equally valuable in fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, sandwiches, wraps, and lightly cooked dishes. For gardeners seeking to add color, texture, and distinctive flavor to their Salad Garden, Frizzy Lizzy is an outstanding choice.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Brassica juncea
- Common Name: Frizzy Lizzy Mustard
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 21–28 days for baby greens; 40–50 days for mature leaves
- Height: 12–18 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mildly peppery when young, becoming more robust with maturity
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, gourmet salad mixes, sandwiches, wraps, stir-fries, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Frizzy Lizzy Mustard brings outstanding texture, attractive finely frilled foliage, and a lively peppery flavor to the Salad Garden. Harvest the young leaves for tender gourmet salads or allow the plants to mature for more robust culinary uses. Combined with lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, carrots, and fresh herbs, Frizzy Lizzy creates colorful, restaurant-quality salads harvested fresh from your own garden.
Red Streaks Mizuna (Brassica rapa var. nipposinica) is a striking Japanese heirloom mustard green celebrated for its finely serrated purple-red leaves, contrasting green stems, and mild peppery flavor. This fast-growing Asian green combines outstanding ornamental beauty with exceptional culinary quality, making it one of the finest additions to the Salad Garden. Its colorful foliage brings vibrant contrast to fresh salads while providing tender, crisp leaves that are ready to harvest in just a few weeks.
Harvest the young baby leaves for the mildest flavor and most delicate texture. Red Streaks Mizuna blends beautifully with leaf lettuce, arugula, spinach, Mâche, Sugar Loaf endive, Frizzy Lizzy Mustard, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives to create colorful gourmet salads bursting with texture and fresh garden flavor. The attractive purple-red foliage transforms ordinary salad mixes into restaurant-quality presentations while contributing a pleasant peppery bite that complements milder greens.
Red Streaks Mizuna thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs exceptionally well during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Plants are naturally slow to bolt, extending the harvest season well beyond many leafy greens. Frequent cut-and-come-again harvesting encourages vigorous new growth, allowing gardeners to enjoy repeated harvests from a single planting. Its compact growth habit also makes it an excellent choice for raised beds, containers, and intensive kitchen gardens.
Beyond fresh salads, Red Streaks Mizuna is equally delicious in sandwiches, wraps, stir-fries, soups, and lightly sautéed dishes. Its remarkable combination of beauty, rapid growth, and outstanding versatility makes it one of the most rewarding leafy vegetables for gardeners seeking colorful, nutrient-rich ingredients that can be harvested fresh throughout the growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Brassica rapa var. nipposinica
- Common Name: Red Streaks Mizuna
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 21–28 days for baby greens; 40–45 days for mature leaves
- Height: 10–16 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mildly peppery, crisp, slightly sweet
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, stir-fries, soups, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Red Streaks Mizuna is one of the most beautiful greens you can grow in a Salad Garden, combining ornamental purple-red foliage with crisp texture and a pleasantly mild peppery flavor. Mixed with lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, carrots, herbs, and other fresh garden favorites, it creates colorful gourmet salads that are as attractive as they are delicious, while providing continuous harvests throughout the cool growing season.
Golden Streaks Mustard (Brassica juncea) is a beautiful Japanese-style mustard green prized for its finely cut, feathery golden-green foliage, crisp texture, and pleasantly mild peppery flavor. One of the fastest-growing greens in the Salad Garden, it produces elegant deeply divided leaves that add both visual appeal and gourmet flavor to fresh salads. Its attractive appearance and dependable productivity make it a favorite among gardeners who appreciate harvesting colorful, restaurant-quality salad ingredients from their own backyard.
Harvest the tender baby leaves just a few weeks after sowing for the mildest flavor and finest texture. Golden Streaks blends beautifully with leaf lettuce, arugula, spinach, Mâche, Sugar Loaf endive, Red Streaks Mizuna, Frizzy Lizzy Mustard, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating vibrant gourmet salads filled with contrasting colors, textures, and fresh garden flavor. As the leaves mature, they develop a slightly bolder peppery character while remaining tender and enjoyable.
Golden Streaks thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Regular cut-and-come-again harvesting encourages vigorous new growth, providing continuous harvests over an extended season. Plants are equally well suited to raised beds, traditional vegetable gardens, and patio containers, making them an excellent choice for gardeners with limited growing space.
Beyond fresh salads, Golden Streaks is equally delicious in sandwiches, wraps, stir-fries, soups, and lightly sautéed dishes. Its rapid growth, exceptional beauty, and remarkable versatility make it one of the most rewarding leafy greens for gardeners seeking fresh, nutritious ingredients throughout the growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Brassica juncea
- Common Name: Golden Streaks Mustard
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 20–25 days for baby greens; 40–45 days for mature leaves
- Height: 10–16 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mildly peppery, crisp, fresh, slightly sweet
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, stir-fries, soups, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Golden Streaks Mustard is one of the most elegant leafy greens you can grow for the Salad Garden, producing delicate, feathery foliage with outstanding flavor and beauty. Combined with lettuces, Mâche, arugula, mizuna, cucumbers, carrots, herbs, and other fresh garden vegetables, it creates colorful gourmet salads that are harvested just moments before serving. Its rapid growth, continuous harvest, and exceptional ornamental appeal make it one of the finest specialty greens available.
Minutina, also known as Buck's Horn Plantain or Erba Stella (Plantago coronopus), is a prized gourmet salad green celebrated for its distinctive antler-shaped leaves, crisp succulent texture, and delicate nutty flavor. Long enjoyed throughout the Mediterranean, this unique leafy vegetable has become a favorite among chefs and home gardeners for adding both elegance and freshness to mixed salads. Its exceptional cold tolerance and dependable growth make it one of the finest specialty greens for extending the Salad Garden well beyond the traditional growing season.
Harvest the young leaves regularly to enjoy their tender texture and pleasantly mild flavor. Minutina combines beautifully with leaf lettuce, arugula, Mâche, spinach, Sugar Loaf endive, Red Streaks Mizuna, Golden Streaks Mustard, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. The attractive deeply divided foliage adds unique texture and visual appeal, transforming ordinary salads into gourmet creations harvested fresh from the garden just minutes before serving.
Minutina thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs exceptionally well during the cool temperatures of spring, autumn, and even mild winter weather. Plants are naturally slow to bolt and tolerate light frosts with ease, providing dependable harvests when many other salad greens have finished for the season. Frequent cut-and-come-again harvesting encourages continuous production, while its compact size makes it ideal for raised beds, containers, and intensive kitchen gardens.
Beyond fresh salads, Minutina is excellent in sandwiches, wraps, and as an attractive edible garnish where its crisp texture and refined flavor can be fully appreciated. Its remarkable cold hardiness, gourmet quality, and continuous harvest make it one of the most rewarding specialty greens for gardeners seeking fresh, homegrown ingredients throughout an extended growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Plantago coronopus
- Common Name: Minutina, Buck's Horn Plantain, Erba Stella
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 25–35 days for baby greens; 45–55 days for mature plants
- Height: 4–8 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, crisp, slightly nutty with a fresh mineral finish
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting individual leaves or entire young rosettes
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet salad mixes, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, edible garnishes
Seedman Notes
Minutina is one of the hidden gems of the Salad Garden, offering exceptional cold hardiness, continuous harvests, and a crisp, refined flavor that complements both traditional and gourmet salad mixes. Combined with lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, carrots, herbs, and other fresh garden vegetables, it adds distinctive texture and elegance to homegrown salads while extending the harvest well into the cooler months of the year.
Texas Grano 1015Y (Texas Supersweet) Onion (Allium cepa) is one of America's most famous sweet onions, producing exceptionally large golden bulbs with a crisp texture, outstanding sweetness, and remarkably mild flavor. Developed by Texas A&M University after years of careful breeding, this celebrated variety was named for its ideal planting date of October 15 and quickly became the standard by which sweet onions are judged. Its low pungency and juicy flesh make it one of the finest onions for fresh eating and an essential addition to the Salad Garden.
Unlike stronger storage onions, Texas Grano 1015Y was bred specifically for outstanding fresh flavor. Thin slices add a sweet, refreshing onion taste to homemade salads without overpowering delicate greens. It combines beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, and Tom Thumb lettuces, along with arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, radishes, and fresh chives to create crisp, colorful salads harvested entirely from your own garden. Its mild flavor also makes it a favorite for sandwiches, burgers, wraps, and fresh salsas.
Texas Grano 1015Y performs best in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture. This productive short-day variety develops large, uniform bulbs that are ready to harvest in late spring. While primarily grown in southern regions, gardeners should select onion varieties appropriate for their day-length zone to achieve maximum bulb development. Regular watering and fertile soil reward growers with impressive yields of sweet, juicy onions.
Whether enjoyed freshly sliced into summer salads, layered on sandwiches, grilled alongside vegetables, or served raw with fresh garden tomatoes, Texas Grano 1015Y consistently delivers exceptional eating quality. Its combination of sweetness, crisp texture, and dependable productivity has earned it a reputation as one of the world's finest sweet onions and a cornerstone variety for gardeners who appreciate fresh, homegrown ingredients.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium cepa
- Common Name: Texas Grano 1015Y (Texas Supersweet) Onion
- Plant Type: Short-day bulb onion
- Days to Harvest: 105–120 days from transplant; approximately 170–180 days from seed
- Bulb Size: Large; often 1 pound or more
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, crisp, juicy, very mild
- Harvest Method: Harvest when tops naturally fall over and bulbs reach full size
- Container Friendly: Fair; performs best in garden beds or raised beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, fresh salsa, grilling, gourmet cooking
Seedman Notes
Texas Grano 1015Y is one of the premier onions for the Salad Garden, producing large, sweet bulbs with a remarkably mild flavor that is ideal for fresh eating. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and herbs, it provides the perfect finishing touch for crisp, flavorful salads harvested just moments before serving. Its legendary sweetness and exceptional quality have made it a favorite of gardeners for decades.
Red Burgundy Onion (Allium cepa) is a beautiful red onion variety prized for its deep burgundy-purple skin, crisp white flesh accented with brilliant red rings, and pleasantly mild, slightly sweet flavor. Unlike stronger cooking onions, Red Burgundy is especially well suited for fresh eating, adding vibrant color, refreshing crunch, and delicate onion flavor to homemade salads. Its attractive appearance and excellent eating quality make it one of the finest onions for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh ingredients straight from the garden.
Freshly sliced Red Burgundy onions bring outstanding color and flavor to every Salad Garden harvest. Their crisp texture and mild bite pair perfectly with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, and heirloom lettuces, along with arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. The brilliant red rings create beautiful contrast in tossed salads while adding just enough onion flavor to enhance, rather than overpower, the other fresh vegetables.
Red Burgundy grows vigorously in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture. Plants produce attractive, medium to large bulbs that store well while maintaining excellent flavor. Regular watering and fertile soil encourage uniform bulb development and juicy, tender flesh. Whether grown in traditional gardens or raised beds, this dependable variety rewards gardeners with abundant harvests of colorful onions perfect for fresh summer meals.
Although exceptional in salads, Red Burgundy is equally versatile throughout the kitchen. It is delicious on sandwiches, burgers, wraps, fresh salsas, vegetable platters, and lightly grilled dishes where its natural sweetness becomes even more pronounced. Combining beautiful appearance with outstanding flavor, Red Burgundy is one of the most rewarding onions for gardeners seeking both color and freshness in their Salad Garden.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium cepa
- Common Name: Red Burgundy Onion
- Plant Type: Bulb onion
- Days to Harvest: 100–110 days
- Bulb Size: Medium to large
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, slightly pungent
- Harvest Method: Harvest when tops naturally fall over and bulbs reach full size
- Container Friendly: Good in deep containers and raised beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, fresh salsa, vegetable platters, grilling, gourmet cooking
Seedman Notes
Red Burgundy Onion is one of the finest onions for the Salad Garden, combining beautiful deep red color with a crisp texture and pleasantly mild flavor that shines when eaten fresh. Sliced together with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and fresh herbs, it adds both vibrant color and refreshing flavor to gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving.
Yellow Sweet Spanish Onion (Allium cepa) is a classic heirloom variety renowned for its exceptionally large golden bulbs, crisp texture, and pleasantly mild, sweet flavor. Unlike stronger storage onions, this versatile variety is equally at home sliced fresh into salads or enjoyed in a wide range of cooked dishes. Its juicy flesh and balanced sweetness make it one of the finest onions for gardeners who appreciate harvesting fresh, flavorful ingredients straight from the garden.
Freshly harvested Yellow Sweet Spanish onions add wonderful crunch and a gentle onion flavor to homemade salads without overpowering delicate greens. Thin slices pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, and heirloom lettuces, along with arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet peppers, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Their natural sweetness enhances every salad while adding depth of flavor and crisp texture to sandwiches, wraps, and fresh vegetable platters.
Yellow Sweet Spanish thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Plants produce large, globe-shaped bulbs that develop excellent size and quality when provided with fertile soil and regular watering. This dependable variety performs exceptionally well in both traditional gardens and raised beds, rewarding gardeners with generous harvests of beautiful onions that store well while maintaining their excellent flavor.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Yellow Sweet Spanish is one of the most versatile onions available. Its sweet, juicy flesh is outstanding for grilling, caramelizing, roasting, soups, burgers, fresh salsa, and countless everyday recipes. Whether harvested for crisp summer salads or hearty autumn meals, this dependable heirloom provides outstanding flavor, impressive yields, and remarkable versatility from garden to table.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium cepa
- Common Name: Yellow Sweet Spanish Onion
- Plant Type: Bulb onion
- Days to Harvest: 105–115 days
- Bulb Size: Large to extra-large globe-shaped bulbs
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, mild, crisp, juicy
- Harvest Method: Harvest when tops naturally fall over and bulbs reach full size
- Container Friendly: Good in deep containers and raised beds
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, fresh salsa, grilling, roasting, caramelizing, soups
Seedman Notes
Yellow Sweet Spanish Onion is one of the classic onions for the Salad Garden, producing large, sweet bulbs that are just as delicious eaten fresh as they are cooked. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and herbs, it adds crisp texture and mild flavor to gourmet salads while remaining one of the most versatile onions you can grow for year-round enjoyment.
Evergreen Bunching Onion (Allium fistulosum) is one of the most productive and versatile vegetables in the Salad Garden, producing clusters of slender white stems topped with crisp, hollow green leaves that offer a fresh, mild onion flavor. Unlike bulb-forming onions, Evergreen Bunching Onion is grown for its tender stems and leafy tops, allowing gardeners to harvest continuously throughout the growing season. Its rapid growth and dependable regrowth make it an indispensable ingredient for fresh, homegrown meals.
Harvested young, Evergreen Bunching Onions bring a sweet, delicate onion flavor and satisfying crunch to homemade salads without overwhelming other fresh ingredients. Thinly sliced stems and green tops pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet peppers, radishes, and fresh herbs to create colorful, flavorful salads harvested just moments before serving. Their mild taste also makes them excellent for sandwiches, wraps, potato salads, pasta salads, and fresh salsas.
Evergreen Bunching Onion thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and regular moisture. Plants grow quickly and may be harvested individually as needed, while the remaining clumps continue producing fresh stems throughout the season. Successive sowings every few weeks ensure an uninterrupted harvest, and their compact habit makes them equally well suited to raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers where fresh onions are always within easy reach.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Evergreen Bunching Onion is a kitchen favorite for soups, stir-fries, omelets, baked potatoes, seafood, and countless everyday recipes. Its continuous production, mild flavor, and exceptional versatility make it one of the most rewarding onions a gardener can grow, providing fresh harvests from spring until frost with very little maintenance.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Allium fistulosum
- Common Name: Evergreen Bunching Onion
- Plant Type: Hardy bunching onion
- Days to Harvest: 60–70 days
- Height: 12–24 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet onion flavor with crisp texture
- Harvest Method: Pull individual plants or harvest outer stems continuously
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, potato salads, pasta salads, soups, stir-fries, omelets, fresh salsa, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Evergreen Bunching Onion is one of the foundation vegetables of a productive Salad Garden, supplying a continuous harvest of crisp, mild onion stems from a single planting. Combined with fresh lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and herbs, it adds bright flavor and texture to gourmet salads while providing one of the longest harvest seasons of any onion you can grow.
Habanada Pepper (Capsicum chinense) is a remarkable sweet pepper that delivers the rich tropical aroma and fruity flavor of a traditional habanero—without the heat. Bred specifically for gardeners who love the complex taste of habanero peppers but prefer a completely mild eating experience, Habanada produces attractive orange fruits with exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and refreshing citrus-like notes. It is an outstanding addition to the Salad Garden, bringing gourmet flavor without overwhelming spice.
Fresh Habanada peppers add vibrant color, sweetness, and exotic flavor to homemade salads. Their crisp flesh pairs beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful gourmet salads with layers of fresh garden flavor. Unlike hot habaneros, Habanada may be sliced generously into salads, vegetable platters, wraps, and sandwiches, allowing gardeners to fully enjoy its unique fruity character.
Habanada thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Compact, productive plants produce heavy yields of attractive orange peppers over many weeks when fruits are harvested regularly. Equally at home in raised beds, traditional gardens, or large patio containers, this dependable variety rewards gardeners with continuous harvests that provide fresh peppers from midsummer until frost.
Beyond fresh salads, Habanada is excellent for fresh salsa, colorful relishes, stir-fries, grilling, roasting, stuffing, and gourmet appetizers where its distinctive habanero flavor can be enjoyed without intense heat. Its unique combination of tropical sweetness, exceptional productivity, and complete lack of pungency makes Habanada one of the most innovative and rewarding peppers available for gardeners who appreciate fresh, homegrown ingredients.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum chinense
- Common Name: Habanada Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 85–95 days
- Fruit Size: 2–3 inches
- Fruit Color: Bright orange at maturity
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, fruity, citrus-like, classic habanero flavor with no heat
- Heat Level: Heatless (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick fully orange fruits regularly to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, fresh salsa, relishes, vegetable platters, stuffing, roasting, grilling
Seedman Notes
Habanada Pepper is one of the most exciting additions to the modern Salad Garden, offering the legendary fruity flavor of a habanero without any heat. Combined with crisp lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, sweet onions, carrots, and fresh herbs, it brings a unique gourmet flavor that transforms ordinary salads into unforgettable fresh garden meals. For gardeners who love flavor but not fire, Habanada is an exceptional choice.
Biquinho Red Pepper (Capsicum chinense) is a delightful Brazilian heirloom celebrated for its tiny teardrop-shaped fruits, vibrant red color, crisp texture, and exceptionally sweet, fruity flavor. Despite belonging to the same species as habanero peppers, Biquinho Red is remarkably mild, offering only a trace of warmth that allows its refreshing, slightly smoky sweetness to shine. Its attractive appearance and unique flavor make it one of the most charming peppers for the Salad Garden.
Freshly picked Biquinho Red peppers bring brilliant color and bite-sized sweetness to homemade salads. The small fruits are perfect served whole or halved, blending beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Their crisp texture and fruity flavor also make them outstanding additions to vegetable platters, pasta salads, fresh salsas, and gourmet appetizers. Harvest a handful just before serving for salads that are as colorful as they are flavorful.
Biquinho Red thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture. Compact, highly productive plants become covered with dozens of attractive pendant fruits that ripen from green to brilliant red over an extended season. Their naturally compact growth makes them excellent candidates for raised beds, decorative vegetable gardens, and patio containers, where they continue producing fresh peppers from midsummer until frost.
Beyond fresh salads, Biquinho Red is exceptional for pickling, garnishing charcuterie boards, roasting, snacking, and adding colorful accents to countless recipes. Its unique combination of ornamental beauty, dependable productivity, and sweet, mild flavor makes it one of the most rewarding peppers for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh, eye-catching ingredients that are every bit as delicious as they are beautiful.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum chinense
- Common Name: Biquinho Red Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 85–95 days
- Fruit Size: 1–1½ inches
- Fruit Color: Brilliant red at maturity
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, fruity, crisp, with only a hint of mild warmth
- Heat Level: Very mild (typically 500–1,000 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick fully red fruits regularly to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pickling, snacking, garnishes, charcuterie boards, roasting
Seedman Notes
Biquinho Red Pepper is one of the most attractive peppers you can grow for a Salad Garden, producing abundant crops of jewel-like fruits that add sweetness, color, and crisp texture to every harvest. Combined with fresh lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and herbs, these delightful little peppers create gourmet-quality salads with an unmistakable touch of Brazilian flavor and charm.
Giant Aconcagua Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is an impressive heirloom sweet pepper renowned for producing enormous, elongated fruits with thick, crisp walls and an exceptionally mild, sweet flavor. Named after South America's highest mountain, this outstanding variety lives up to its name by producing peppers that often reach 8 to 10 inches in length. Their juicy texture and rich sweetness make Giant Aconcagua one of the finest peppers for fresh salads, while their impressive size also makes them ideal for stuffing and grilling.
Freshly harvested Giant Aconcagua peppers bring outstanding sweetness, vibrant color, and satisfying crunch to the Salad Garden. Thin slices combine beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives to create colorful gourmet salads filled with garden-fresh flavor. Their thick, juicy flesh also makes them excellent for vegetable platters, sandwiches, wraps, and fresh salsas where their naturally sweet taste can be fully appreciated.
Giant Aconcagua thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous plants produce generous harvests of large peppers over an extended season, rewarding gardeners with impressive yields from midsummer until frost. Whether grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, or large patio containers, regular harvesting encourages continued flowering and fruit production for months of fresh harvests.
Beyond fresh salads, Giant Aconcagua is one of the premier peppers for stuffing thanks to its enormous size and thick walls. It is equally delicious grilled, roasted, sautéed, or added to stir-fries and countless fresh recipes. Its combination of exceptional sweetness, remarkable size, and dependable productivity makes Giant Aconcagua one of the most rewarding sweet peppers for gardeners seeking premium-quality ingredients from their Salad Garden.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Giant Aconcagua Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–80 days
- Fruit Size: 8–10 inches long
- Fruit Color: Light green maturing to bright red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp sweetness or fully red for maximum flavor
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, stuffing, roasting, grilling, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Giant Aconcagua is one of the finest sweet peppers for the Salad Garden, producing enormous, juicy fruits with exceptional sweetness and crisp texture. Sliced into fresh salads alongside homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and herbs, it delivers outstanding flavor and beautiful presentation. Its remarkable size and versatility also make it one of the best heirloom peppers for stuffing and gourmet cooking.
Baby Belle Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a delightful miniature sweet bell pepper that produces abundant harvests of perfectly formed, bite-sized fruits with crisp texture and exceptional sweetness. These colorful little peppers are ideal for fresh eating, making them one of the most enjoyable additions to the Salad Garden. Their compact size, attractive appearance, and juicy flavor make them a favorite for gardeners who appreciate harvesting fresh vegetables that are both beautiful and delicious.
Freshly picked Baby Belle peppers bring vibrant color, satisfying crunch, and naturally sweet flavor to homemade salads. Their small size makes them perfect served whole, halved, or sliced, pairing beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Harvest a colorful assortment just before serving to create gourmet salads bursting with freshness, texture, and eye-catching appeal. They are equally delicious packed into lunch boxes or arranged on fresh vegetable platters.
Baby Belle thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and regular watering. Compact, productive plants continuously produce clusters of miniature peppers throughout the summer, making them an excellent choice for raised beds, patio containers, and small-space gardens. Frequent harvesting encourages additional flowering and fruit production, providing a steady supply of sweet peppers from midsummer until frost.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Baby Belle peppers are outstanding for healthy snacks, fresh salsas, appetizers, stir-fries, grilling, and stuffing with soft cheeses or herb fillings. Their naturally sweet flavor, crisp texture, and attractive miniature size make them one of the most versatile sweet peppers for gardeners seeking colorful, homegrown ingredients that are as enjoyable to grow as they are to eat.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Baby Belle Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–75 days
- Fruit Size: 2–3 inches
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to red (depending on harvest stage)
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick fruits regularly at the desired color to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, appetizers, stuffing, grilling, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Baby Belle Pepper is one of the most charming and productive peppers for the Salad Garden, producing abundant crops of sweet, crisp miniature peppers throughout the season. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, these colorful little peppers add outstanding flavor, crunch, and visual appeal to every salad while providing healthy snacks straight from the garden.
Chablis Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a premium miniature sweet pepper prized for its early maturity, crisp texture, and exceptionally sweet flavor. Producing abundant crops of smooth, glossy fruits, Chablis combines the delicious taste of a full-sized bell pepper with the convenience of a compact, snack-sized pepper. Its colorful fruits are perfect for fresh eating, making it one of the finest peppers for the Salad Garden and an excellent choice for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh vegetables throughout the summer.
Freshly picked Chablis peppers add brilliant color, juicy sweetness, and satisfying crunch to homemade salads. Their compact size makes them ideal for slicing into rings, halving, or serving whole alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Harvest a handful just before serving to create gourmet salads bursting with fresh garden flavor, vibrant color, and crisp texture. They are equally delicious for healthy snacks, lunch boxes, and fresh vegetable platters.
Chablis thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Compact, vigorous plants produce heavy yields over an extended harvest period, making them well suited to raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers. Regular harvesting encourages continuous flowering and fruit production, providing a dependable supply of sweet peppers from midsummer until frost.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Chablis is an outstanding pepper for fresh salsa, sandwiches, wraps, grilling, roasting, stuffing with soft cheeses, and countless everyday recipes. Its combination of early maturity, exceptional sweetness, and abundant production makes it one of the most rewarding sweet peppers for gardeners seeking premium-quality ingredients harvested fresh from their own backyard.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Chablis Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Fruit Size: 2–3 inches
- Fruit Color: Creamy ivory maturing to orange-red if left on the plant
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, exceptionally mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick regularly at the creamy ivory stage or allow fruits to fully color for additional sweetness
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, sandwiches, wraps, grilling, roasting, stuffing
Seedman Notes
Chablis Pepper is one of the finest sweet peppers for the Salad Garden, producing abundant harvests of crisp, juicy miniature peppers with outstanding sweetness and virtually no preparation required. Combined with fresh lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and herbs, Chablis adds beautiful color, exceptional flavor, and satisfying crunch to gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving.
Costa Rico Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a productive heirloom sweet pepper prized for its thick, crisp flesh, rich sweetness, and exceptional versatility. Producing handsome tapered fruits with juicy walls and a refreshing flavor, Costa Rico is equally at home in the Salad Garden or the kitchen. Its naturally sweet taste and satisfying crunch make it an outstanding choice for gardeners who enjoy harvesting peppers fresh from the plant for everyday meals.
Freshly harvested Costa Rico peppers bring vibrant color, crisp texture, and delicious sweetness to homemade salads. Sliced into rings or strips, they pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives to create colorful gourmet salads bursting with garden-fresh flavor. Their juicy flesh also makes them excellent for sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, and healthy snacks enjoyed straight from the garden.
Costa Rico thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous plants produce generous harvests of attractive peppers over many weeks, rewarding gardeners with dependable yields from midsummer until frost. Plants perform exceptionally well in traditional gardens, raised beds, and large patio containers, while regular harvesting encourages continuous flowering and additional fruit production.
Beyond fresh salads, Costa Rico is equally delicious for grilling, roasting, sautéing, stuffing, and fresh salsa. Its combination of crisp texture, naturally sweet flavor, and dependable productivity makes it one of the most versatile sweet peppers available. Whether harvested young for salads or fully mature for cooking, Costa Rico delivers premium-quality peppers that showcase the outstanding flavor of homegrown produce.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Costa Rico Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–80 days
- Fruit Size: 6–8 inches long
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to bright red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp freshness or allow fruits to ripen red for maximum sweetness
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, grilling, roasting, stuffing, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Costa Rico Pepper is an outstanding addition to the Salad Garden, producing sweet, juicy peppers that are just as enjoyable fresh as they are cooked. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and herbs, it adds crisp texture, brilliant color, and exceptional flavor to gourmet salads harvested fresh from your own garden.
Greek Golden Pepperoncini Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a classic Mediterranean heirloom prized for its slender, golden-yellow fruits, crisp texture, and pleasantly tangy, mildly spicy flavor. Long enjoyed in Greek and Italian cuisine, Pepperoncini is equally delicious harvested fresh from the garden or preserved by pickling. Its refreshing taste and attractive appearance make it a distinctive addition to the Salad Garden, adding both color and lively flavor without overwhelming heat.
Harvested while young and tender, Greek Golden Pepperoncini peppers bring bright color and a mildly tangy bite to homemade salads. Thin rings pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, sweet peppers, and freshly snipped chives, creating crisp Mediterranean-inspired salads with outstanding freshness and flavor. They are equally delicious in pasta salads, antipasto platters, sandwiches, wraps, and fresh vegetable trays where their mild zest complements a wide variety of fresh ingredients.
Greek Golden Pepperoncini thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and regular moisture throughout the growing season. Compact, vigorous plants produce generous harvests of slender peppers over many weeks, rewarding gardeners with continual picking from midsummer until frost. Frequent harvesting encourages additional flowering and fruit production, making this variety equally at home in traditional gardens, raised beds, and large patio containers.
While best known for making delicious pickled peppers, Greek Golden Pepperoncini is equally enjoyable fresh from the garden. Its crisp texture, refreshing flavor, and gentle warmth make it one of the most versatile peppers for gardeners who enjoy Mediterranean cooking as well as fresh summer salads. Whether served fresh or preserved for later use, it delivers outstanding flavor and dependable garden performance throughout the season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Greek Golden Pepperoncini Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–75 days
- Fruit Size: 3–5 inches
- Fruit Color: Pale green ripening to golden yellow, then red if left on the plant
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mildly tangy, crisp, slightly sweet with gentle heat
- Heat Level: Mild (approximately 100–500 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick young golden peppers regularly for fresh salads or pickling to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, Greek salads, antipasto platters, sandwiches, wraps, pasta salads, pickling, pizza toppings
Seedman Notes
Greek Golden Pepperoncini adds authentic Mediterranean character to the Salad Garden with its crisp texture, refreshing tang, and gentle warmth. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, sweet onions, carrots, herbs, and sweet peppers, it creates colorful salads full of fresh garden flavor. Its versatility for both fresh eating and pickling makes it one of the most rewarding specialty peppers you can grow.
Gypsy Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is an award-winning sweet pepper prized for its exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and remarkably early harvests. This All-America Selections winner produces abundant tapered fruits that mature through beautiful shades of creamy yellow, golden orange, and brilliant red, allowing gardeners to enjoy a colorful succession of fresh peppers throughout the growing season. Its juicy flesh and mild flavor make Gypsy one of the premier peppers for the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Gypsy peppers bring outstanding sweetness, vibrant color, and satisfying crunch to homemade salads. The crisp fruits are delicious at every stage of ripening, each offering its own subtle flavor differences and beautiful color. Thin slices pair perfectly with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving. Their naturally sweet flavor also makes them excellent for sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, and healthy snacks enjoyed straight from the garden.
Gypsy thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous, compact plants begin producing earlier than many sweet peppers and continue yielding heavily until frost. Their dependable productivity makes them equally well suited to traditional gardens, raised beds, and patio containers. Frequent harvesting encourages continuous flowering, providing gardeners with a steady supply of fresh peppers for months.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Gypsy peppers are equally delicious grilled, roasted, sautéed, stir-fried, or lightly stuffed. Their combination of early maturity, exceptional sweetness, beautiful color progression, and dependable yields has made Gypsy one of the most popular sweet peppers for home gardeners. Whether harvested pale yellow for crisp freshness or fully red for maximum sweetness, Gypsy consistently delivers premium-quality peppers from garden to table.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Gypsy Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 60–65 days to first harvest
- Fruit Size: 4–6 inches long
- Fruit Color: Creamy yellow maturing through orange to bright red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, exceptionally mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick at any stage of ripeness for continuous production and varying sweetness
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, grilling, roasting, stir-fries, stuffing
Seedman Notes
Gypsy Pepper is one of the finest sweet peppers you can grow for the Salad Garden, producing an early and continuous harvest of crisp, colorful fruits with outstanding sweetness. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, Gypsy creates vibrant gourmet salads that showcase the exceptional flavor and freshness only a home garden can provide.
Italian Sweet Roaster Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a classic Italian heirloom celebrated for its exceptionally long, tapered fruits, thick juicy walls, and remarkably sweet flavor. Although famous for roasting, this versatile variety is equally outstanding fresh from the garden, where its crisp texture and natural sweetness make it one of the finest peppers for the Salad Garden. Heavy yields and dependable performance have made Italian Sweet Roaster a favorite among home gardeners for generations.
Freshly harvested Italian Sweet Roaster peppers bring vibrant color, exceptional sweetness, and satisfying crunch to homemade salads. Their long fruits are ideal for slicing into attractive rings or strips that pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Harvested just before serving, they create colorful gourmet salads bursting with fresh garden flavor while also making outstanding additions to sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, and healthy snacks.
Italian Sweet Roaster thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous plants produce abundant crops of long, handsome peppers over many weeks, rewarding gardeners with continuous harvests from midsummer until frost. Whether grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, or large patio containers, regular picking encourages additional flowering and ensures a steady supply of fresh peppers throughout the season.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Italian Sweet Roaster truly lives up to its name by excelling when roasted, grilled, sautéed, or stuffed. Its thick walls become wonderfully tender while retaining their natural sweetness, making it one of the most versatile sweet peppers available. From crisp summer salads to roasted Mediterranean dishes, this heirloom variety delivers exceptional flavor and dependable performance from the first harvest until the end of the growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Italian Sweet Roaster Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 75–80 days
- Fruit Size: 8–10 inches long
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to brilliant red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp freshness or fully red for maximum sweetness and flavor
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, roasting, grilling, stuffing, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Italian Sweet Roaster is one of the premier peppers for the Salad Garden, producing long, sweet fruits that are every bit as delicious fresh as they are roasted. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, it adds outstanding sweetness, crisp texture, and brilliant color to gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving. Its remarkable versatility makes it an essential pepper for gardeners who enjoy both fresh summer salads and exceptional home cooking.
Mad Hatter Hybrid Pepper (Capsicum baccatum) is one of the most distinctive sweet peppers available, producing uniquely three-winged fruits that resemble colorful little hats or flying saucers. This award-winning hybrid combines an eye-catching appearance with crisp texture, exceptional sweetness, and virtually no heat, making it a standout addition to the Salad Garden. Its abundant harvests and gourmet flavor have quickly made it a favorite among gardeners looking to grow something both beautiful and delicious.
Freshly harvested Mad Hatter peppers bring outstanding color, crisp texture, and sweet, fruity flavor to homemade salads. Their unusual shape creates an attractive presentation whether sliced into decorative rings, quartered, or served whole on vegetable platters. They pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives, creating colorful gourmet salads that are as visually striking as they are flavorful. Their naturally sweet flavor also makes them perfect for healthy snacks enjoyed straight from the garden.
Mad Hatter thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous, productive plants become covered with dozens of attractive fruits, providing continuous harvests from midsummer until frost. Their dependable performance makes them equally well suited for traditional gardens, raised beds, and large patio containers. Regular harvesting encourages additional flowering and ensures a long season of fresh, colorful peppers.
Beyond fresh salads, Mad Hatter peppers are outstanding for stuffing, grilling, roasting, fresh salsa, appetizers, and colorful garnishes. Their unique shape often becomes the centerpiece of fresh vegetable trays and sparks conversation wherever they are served. Combining ornamental beauty with outstanding eating quality, Mad Hatter is one of the most rewarding peppers for gardeners who enjoy growing vegetables that are every bit as interesting to look at as they are to eat.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum baccatum
- Common Name: Mad Hatter Hybrid Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 75–85 days
- Fruit Size: 2–3 inches across
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to brilliant red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, fruity, exceptionally mild
- Heat Level: Virtually heatless (0–100 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp freshness or allow fruits to ripen fully red for maximum sweetness
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, stuffing, grilling, roasting, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Mad Hatter Hybrid Pepper is one of the most unique and enjoyable peppers you can grow for the Salad Garden. Its whimsical three-winged fruits combine exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and eye-catching beauty, making every salad more colorful and every harvest more fun. Paired with fresh lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and herbs, Mad Hatter creates gourmet salads that are sure to impress family and guests alike.
Marconi Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a classic Italian heirloom treasured for its long, elegant fruits, crisp texture, and exceptionally sweet flavor. Producing slender peppers that often reach 8 to 10 inches in length, Marconi has long been considered one of the finest sweet peppers for fresh eating. Its thick, juicy flesh and remarkable sweetness make it an outstanding addition to the Salad Garden, where its colorful fruits bring both beauty and outstanding flavor to every harvest.
Freshly picked Marconi peppers add exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and vibrant color to homemade salads. Their long fruits are perfect for slicing into attractive rings or thin strips that pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Harvested green, they provide refreshing crispness, while fully ripened red fruits develop even greater sweetness, creating gourmet salads with outstanding garden-fresh flavor.
Marconi thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous plants produce generous harvests of large peppers over many weeks, providing dependable yields from midsummer until frost. Whether grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, or spacious patio containers, regular harvesting encourages continuous flowering and a long season of premium-quality peppers.
Although famous for roasting and grilling, Marconi is equally exceptional enjoyed fresh from the garden. Its thick, juicy walls make it perfect for sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, and healthy snacks, while its naturally sweet flavor requires no cooking to be fully appreciated. Combining heirloom quality, dependable production, and remarkable versatility, Marconi remains one of the premier sweet peppers for gardeners who value exceptional flavor and abundant harvests.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Marconi Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 72–80 days
- Fruit Size: 8–10 inches long
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to brilliant red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp freshness or allow fruits to ripen fully red for maximum sweetness and rich flavor
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, fresh salsa, roasting, grilling, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Marconi Pepper is one of the true classics of the Salad Garden, producing long, elegant fruits with exceptional sweetness and crisp texture. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, it creates colorful gourmet salads that showcase the outstanding flavor only freshly harvested vegetables can provide. Its versatility and heirloom heritage make Marconi an essential pepper for gardeners who appreciate premium-quality produce.
Ozark Giant Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a classic heirloom bell pepper prized for its enormous blocky fruits, thick juicy walls, and exceptionally sweet flavor. Producing peppers substantially larger than standard bell varieties, Ozark Giant has earned a reputation for outstanding fresh eating quality and dependable garden performance. Its crisp texture and naturally sweet taste make it one of the premier sweet peppers for the Salad Garden, where every harvest delivers beautiful color and refreshing flavor.
Freshly harvested Ozark Giant peppers bring exceptional sweetness, satisfying crunch, and brilliant color to homemade salads. Their large blocky shape makes them easy to slice into rings, strips, or bite-sized pieces that pair perfectly with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Whether harvested green for crisp freshness or fully ripened red for maximum sweetness, Ozark Giant creates colorful gourmet salads filled with outstanding garden-fresh flavor.
Ozark Giant thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Strong, vigorous plants produce generous harvests of impressive peppers over an extended season, rewarding gardeners with dependable yields from midsummer until frost. Well suited to traditional gardens, raised beds, and large containers, regular harvesting encourages continued flowering and a steady supply of premium-quality fruits.
Beyond fresh salads, Ozark Giant is equally outstanding for stuffing, grilling, roasting, stir-fries, fresh salsa, and vegetable platters. Its thick walls remain crisp when eaten fresh while becoming wonderfully tender when cooked. Combining heirloom quality, remarkable size, and exceptional sweetness, Ozark Giant remains one of the finest sweet bell peppers for gardeners who appreciate versatile, homegrown vegetables.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Ozark Giant Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 75–80 days
- Fruit Size: 4–5 inches; large blocky bell peppers
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to bright red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, juicy, exceptionally mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp freshness or allow fruits to fully ripen red for maximum sweetness and flavor
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, stuffing, grilling, roasting, stir-fries, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Ozark Giant Pepper is one of the outstanding bell peppers for the Salad Garden, producing oversized fruits with exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and beautiful color. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, it creates vibrant gourmet salads while providing one of the most versatile sweet peppers for fresh eating and countless favorite recipes.
Snick Snack Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a premium snack-sized sweet pepper developed for exceptional fresh eating. Producing abundant harvests of smooth, colorful fruits with crisp texture and outstanding sweetness, this variety is ideal for gardeners who enjoy harvesting vegetables straight from the plant. Its compact size, juicy flesh, and mild flavor make Snick Snack one of the finest peppers for the Salad Garden, delivering delicious bite-sized peppers throughout the growing season.
Freshly picked Snick Snack peppers add vibrant color, satisfying crunch, and naturally sweet flavor to homemade salads. Their convenient size makes them perfect served whole, halved, or sliced into rings, pairing beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. They are equally outstanding for lunch boxes, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, and fresh appetizers, often disappearing before they ever make it into the kitchen.
Snick Snack thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Compact, productive plants yield heavy crops over an extended period, making them excellent choices for traditional gardens, raised beds, and patio containers. Frequent harvesting encourages continuous flowering and fruit production, rewarding gardeners with fresh peppers from midsummer until frost.
Beyond fresh salads, Snick Snack peppers are delicious for sandwiches, wraps, fresh salsa, grilling, and light roasting. Their crisp texture, exceptional sweetness, and convenient size make them one of the most versatile sweet peppers available. Whether enjoyed straight from the garden or incorporated into gourmet meals, Snick Snack consistently delivers premium flavor and dependable harvests.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Snick Snack Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Fruit Size: 2–4 inches
- Fruit Color: Green ripening through orange to bright red
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick regularly at any stage of ripeness to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, sandwiches, wraps, fresh salsa, grilling
Seedman Notes
Snick Snack Pepper is one of the finest peppers for the Salad Garden, producing an abundance of crisp, sweet, snack-sized fruits that are perfect for fresh eating. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, it adds vibrant color, exceptional sweetness, and irresistible crunch to gourmet salads while providing healthy snacks straight from the garden.
Valencia Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a premium sweet bell pepper prized for its thick, juicy walls, crisp texture, and exceptionally sweet flavor. Producing large, blocky fruits with outstanding eating quality, Valencia is equally at home in the Salad Garden or the kitchen. Its refreshing sweetness and satisfying crunch make it one of the finest peppers for fresh eating, while its dependable productivity rewards gardeners with abundant harvests throughout the summer.
Freshly harvested Valencia peppers bring brilliant color, crisp texture, and garden-fresh sweetness to homemade salads. Their thick, juicy flesh slices beautifully into rings or strips that pair perfectly with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, radishes, and freshly snipped chives. Whether harvested green for crisp freshness or allowed to ripen to their brilliant mature color for maximum sweetness, Valencia peppers create colorful gourmet salads bursting with fresh garden flavor.
Valencia thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Strong, vigorous plants produce generous harvests of handsome peppers over many weeks, making this variety an excellent choice for traditional gardens, raised beds, and large patio containers. Regular harvesting encourages continued flowering and fruit production, ensuring a steady supply of premium-quality peppers from midsummer until frost.
Beyond fresh salads, Valencia peppers are equally delicious for sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, stuffing, grilling, roasting, stir-fries, and fresh salsa. Their combination of crisp texture, natural sweetness, and exceptional versatility makes them one of the most rewarding sweet peppers for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh, homegrown ingredients for every meal.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name: Valencia Pepper
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 72–80 days
- Fruit Size: Large blocky bell peppers, 4–5 inches
- Fruit Color: Green ripening to brilliant orange
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, crisp, juicy, mild
- Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville Heat Units)
- Harvest Method: Pick green for crisp freshness or allow fruits to fully ripen orange for maximum sweetness and flavor
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, vegetable platters, healthy snacks, stuffing, grilling, roasting, stir-fries, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Valencia Pepper is an outstanding choice for the Salad Garden, producing beautiful orange bell peppers with exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and abundant harvests. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet onions, and fresh herbs, Valencia adds brilliant color and refreshing flavor to gourmet salads while providing one of the most versatile sweet peppers for fresh eating and everyday cooking.
Easter Egg Radish (Raphanus sativus) is a colorful heirloom blend that produces crisp, round roots in beautiful shades of scarlet, rose, lavender, purple, and pure white. As delightful to look at as they are to eat, these quick-growing radishes bring vibrant color, refreshing crunch, and a pleasantly mild peppery flavor to the Salad Garden. Their rapid growth and dependable performance make them one of the first fresh vegetables gardeners can harvest each spring.
Freshly pulled Easter Egg Radishes add outstanding color, crisp texture, and refreshing flavor to homemade salads. Thinly sliced or served whole, they pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, sweet peppers, and freshly snipped chives. Their colorful assortment transforms ordinary salads into eye-catching gourmet creations while providing the satisfying crunch that only freshly harvested radishes can deliver.
Easter Egg Radishes thrive in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and perform best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Their rapid maturity allows gardeners to enjoy harvests in as little as four weeks, while successive sowings every two weeks provide a continuous supply throughout the season. Compact plants are equally well suited to traditional gardens, raised beds, and containers, making them ideal for gardeners with limited space.
Beyond fresh salads, Easter Egg Radishes are excellent for vegetable platters, sandwiches, tacos, garnishes, and healthy snacks. Both the crisp roots and tender young greens are edible, adding even more value to this productive variety. Combining beautiful colors, quick harvests, and refreshing flavor, Easter Egg Radish is one of the most rewarding vegetables for gardeners seeking fresh ingredients throughout the cool growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
- Common Name: Easter Egg Radish
- Plant Type: Cool-season root vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 25–30 days
- Root Size: 1–1½ inches
- Root Colors: Scarlet, rose, lavender, purple, and white
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Crisp, mild to moderately peppery, refreshing
- Harvest Method: Pull roots promptly when they reach full size for the best texture and flavor
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, vegetable platters, sandwiches, tacos, garnishes, healthy snacks; young greens are also edible
Seedman Notes
Easter Egg Radish is one of the signature vegetables of the Salad Garden, producing a rainbow of crisp, colorful roots that brighten every meal. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, these vibrant radishes add refreshing crunch, lively flavor, and beautiful presentation to gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving.
French Breakfast Radish (Raphanus sativus) is a classic French heirloom treasured for its elegant oblong roots, brilliant scarlet-red color, snowy white tips, and crisp, mild flavor. Introduced to gardeners more than a century ago, this beautiful variety has become one of the world's most popular salad radishes thanks to its tender texture, refreshing crunch, and pleasantly mild peppery bite. Its quick growth and dependable harvests make it an essential addition to the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested French Breakfast Radishes add exceptional color, crisp texture, and refreshing flavor to homemade salads. Thinly sliced or served whole, they pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, sweet onions, sweet peppers, and freshly snipped chives. Their distinctive red-and-white roots create beautiful presentation while providing the crisp bite that complements tender leafy greens and juicy vegetables.
French Breakfast Radish thrives in fertile, loose, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Ready to harvest in less than a month, this fast-growing heirloom is ideal for succession planting every two weeks, ensuring a continuous supply of fresh radishes throughout the season. Its compact growth habit makes it equally well suited to raised beds, traditional gardens, and containers.
Beyond fresh salads, French Breakfast Radishes are delicious on vegetable platters, sliced into sandwiches, served alongside cheeses, or enjoyed with a little butter and sea salt in the traditional French manner. Even the tender young tops are edible and can be added to salads or soups. Combining timeless heirloom quality, outstanding flavor, and elegant appearance, French Breakfast remains one of the finest radishes for gardeners who appreciate fresh, homegrown ingredients.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus
- Common Name: French Breakfast Radish
- Plant Type: Cool-season root vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 25–30 days
- Root Size: 2–3 inches long
- Root Color: Scarlet-red with bright white tips
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Crisp, mild, slightly peppery, refreshing
- Harvest Method: Pull roots promptly at full size for the sweetest flavor and crispest texture
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, vegetable platters, sandwiches, gourmet garnishes, healthy snacks; young greens are also edible
Seedman Notes
French Breakfast Radish has remained a favorite of gardeners and chefs for generations because of its elegant appearance, crisp texture, and refined flavor. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, it creates colorful gourmet salads that showcase the unmatched freshness of vegetables harvested just moments before serving.
Olympia F1 Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a premium hybrid spinach developed for exceptional leaf quality, vigorous growth, and outstanding disease resistance. Producing smooth, dark green leaves with a crisp, tender texture and mild, sweet flavor, Olympia is an outstanding choice for gardeners who enjoy harvesting fresh salads throughout the cool growing season. Its dependable performance and slow-bolting habit provide an extended harvest of beautiful greens that remain tender and flavorful.
Harvest young leaves for tender baby greens or allow plants to mature for larger, succulent leaves that bring exceptional freshness to homemade salads. Olympia blends beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, Mâche, arugula, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped chives. The rich green foliage adds outstanding nutrition, crisp texture, and vibrant color to gourmet salad mixes harvested just moments before serving.
Olympia F1 thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Its excellent resistance to common spinach diseases helps maintain healthy, productive plants throughout the season. Regular cut-and-come-again harvesting encourages continuous new growth, while successive sowings every few weeks provide an uninterrupted supply of fresh greens. Plants are equally well suited to raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers.
Beyond fresh salads, Olympia F1 is equally delicious in sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, omelets, soups, pasta dishes, and lightly sautéed recipes. Its tender leaves, dependable productivity, and exceptional garden performance make it one of the finest spinach varieties for gardeners seeking nutritious, homegrown ingredients from early spring through late autumn.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea
- Common Name: Olympia F1 Spinach
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 28–35 days for baby greens; 40–45 days for mature leaves
- Height: 8–12 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, tender
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, omelets, soups, pasta dishes, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Olympia F1 Spinach is one of the premier greens for the Salad Garden, producing abundant harvests of crisp, dark green leaves with exceptional flavor and outstanding disease resistance. Combined with homegrown lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, Olympia creates nutritious, gourmet-quality salads that showcase the freshness only a home garden can provide.
Seaside F1 Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a premium hybrid spinach prized for its thick, glossy dark green leaves, exceptional vigor, and outstanding garden performance. Producing uniform, succulent foliage with a mild, sweet flavor and crisp texture, Seaside is especially valued for fresh salads and repeated cut-and-come-again harvests. Its excellent bolt tolerance and dependable productivity make it one of the finest spinach varieties for gardeners seeking a continuous supply of fresh greens throughout the cool growing season.
Harvest the tender baby leaves for gourmet salad mixes or allow the plants to mature for larger, succulent leaves with outstanding flavor and texture. Seaside blends beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, Mâche, arugula, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped chives. The rich green foliage contributes exceptional nutrition, fresh flavor, and beautiful color to salads harvested directly from the garden.
Seaside F1 thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and performs best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Its strong disease resistance and excellent tolerance to changing weather help maintain healthy, productive plants over an extended harvest season. Frequent cut-and-come-again harvesting encourages vigorous new growth, while successive sowings every few weeks ensure a continuous supply of fresh spinach. Plants perform equally well in raised beds, traditional gardens, and patio containers.
Beyond fresh salads, Seaside F1 is equally delicious in sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, omelets, soups, pasta dishes, and lightly sautéed recipes. Its thick, tender leaves hold their texture beautifully whether eaten raw or cooked, making this hybrid one of the most versatile spinach varieties available for gardeners who appreciate fresh, nutritious ingredients from their own backyard.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea
- Common Name: Seaside F1 Spinach
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 28–35 days for baby greens; 40–45 days for mature leaves
- Height: 8–12 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, crisp, tender
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, omelets, soups, pasta dishes, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Seaside F1 Spinach is one of the finest spinach varieties for the Salad Garden, producing thick, dark green leaves with outstanding flavor, excellent disease resistance, and dependable cut-and-come-again harvests. Combined with homegrown lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, it provides the rich color, crisp texture, and exceptional nutrition that make every freshly picked salad even more satisfying.
Noble Giant Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a classic heirloom variety prized for its enormous, heavily savoyed leaves, rich green color, and exceptionally sweet, full-bodied flavor. Long considered one of the finest garden spinaches, Noble Giant produces vigorous plants with thick, tender foliage that is equally delicious harvested young for salads or allowed to mature for cooking. Its outstanding cold tolerance and dependable productivity have made it a favorite among home gardeners for generations.
Harvest the young baby leaves for gourmet salads where their tender texture and sweet, mild flavor truly shine. As the leaves mature, they remain thick, succulent, and richly flavored, adding exceptional color and nutrition to fresh salad blends. Noble Giant combines beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, Mâche, arugula, Minutina, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped chives, creating wholesome salads harvested just moments before serving.
Noble Giant thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs exceptionally well during the cool temperatures of spring and fall. Its remarkable cold hardiness allows gardeners to extend the harvest well beyond many other leafy greens, while regular cut-and-come-again harvesting encourages vigorous new growth throughout the season. Whether grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, or patio containers, this heirloom rewards gardeners with abundant harvests of premium-quality spinach.
Beyond fresh salads, Noble Giant is one of the finest spinach varieties for sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, soups, omelets, pasta dishes, and light sautéing. Its thick, crinkled leaves retain excellent texture while delivering outstanding flavor and nutrition. Combining heirloom reliability, exceptional leaf quality, and remarkable versatility, Noble Giant remains one of the premier spinach varieties for gardeners seeking fresh, homegrown ingredients throughout the cool growing season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea
- Common Name: Noble Giant Spinach
- Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 28–35 days for baby greens; 45–50 days for mature leaves
- Height: 10–14 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, rich, tender, slightly earthy
- Harvest Method: Cut-and-come-again by harvesting outer leaves or harvest entire young plants for baby greens
- Container Friendly: Excellent
- Uses: Fresh salads, baby greens, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, omelets, soups, pasta dishes, sautéing
Seedman Notes
Noble Giant has earned its reputation as one of the world's finest heirloom spinach varieties by producing large, richly flavored leaves with outstanding tenderness and exceptional cold tolerance. Combined with homegrown lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, sweet peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, it provides the rich flavor, crisp texture, and outstanding nutrition that make every Salad Garden complete.
Banana Legs Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a unique heirloom paste tomato admired for its bright lemon-yellow fruits, sweet mild flavor, and attractive elongated shape. While often grown for sauces, its low acidity, meaty texture, and refreshing sweetness also make it an outstanding tomato for fresh salads. The vibrant yellow fruits provide beautiful color contrast that transforms ordinary garden salads into eye-catching gourmet creations.
Freshly harvested Banana Legs tomatoes add exceptional sweetness, firm texture, and brilliant golden color to homemade salads. Sliced into rounds or wedges, they pair beautifully with crisp lettuces, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and fresh herbs. Their mild flavor complements other salad ingredients without overpowering them, while their meaty flesh and low seed count provide satisfying texture with very little juice loss.
Banana Legs thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Productive plants produce generous clusters of attractive yellow fruits over many weeks, rewarding gardeners with dependable harvests from midsummer until frost. Regular picking encourages continued fruit production, making this variety equally well suited to traditional gardens, raised beds, and large containers.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Banana Legs excels in fresh salsa, sandwiches, roasting, drying, sauces, and colorful tomato medleys. Its naturally sweet flavor and striking appearance make it a favorite for gardeners seeking something a little different from traditional red tomatoes. Whether enjoyed fresh or cooked, Banana Legs delivers outstanding versatility, dependable production, and beautiful harvests throughout the season.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Banana Legs Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 72–75 days
- Fruit Size: 3–4 inches long
- Fruit Color: Bright lemon yellow
- Growth Habit: Determinate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, mild, low-acid, meaty
- Harvest Method: Pick fully yellow fruits for the best sweetness and flavor
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, colorful tomato platters, fresh salsa, sauces, roasting, drying
Seedman Notes
Banana Legs Tomato brings a burst of sunshine to the Salad Garden with its bright yellow fruits, sweet flavor, and firm texture. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, peppers, carrots, onions, and herbs, it creates colorful gourmet salads that showcase both the beauty and flavor of fresh garden produce. Its unusual color and dependable harvests make it a memorable addition to any vegetable garden.
Abe Lincoln Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a classic heirloom slicing tomato that has been a favorite of home gardeners for generations. Renowned for its rich old-fashioned tomato flavor, smooth round fruits, and dependable production, this variety produces medium to large bright red tomatoes that are equally at home in fresh salads, sandwiches, and countless kitchen recipes. Its excellent balance of sweetness and acidity makes Abe Lincoln one of the finest tomatoes for gardeners who appreciate exceptional fresh eating quality.
Freshly harvested Abe Lincoln tomatoes bring juicy texture, vibrant color, and rich flavor to homemade salads. Thick slices or wedges combine beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs to create colorful gourmet salads harvested just moments before serving. Their firm flesh and outstanding flavor also make them excellent for sandwiches, wraps, and fresh vegetable platters.
Abe Lincoln thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants continue producing abundant harvests from midsummer until frost when regularly picked and properly supported. Whether grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, or large containers with sturdy staking or cages, this dependable heirloom rewards gardeners with a long season of premium-quality fruit.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Abe Lincoln is equally outstanding for fresh salsa, burgers, sauces, soups, and everyday cooking. Its dependable productivity, beautiful appearance, and rich heirloom flavor have made it one of America's enduring garden favorites. For gardeners seeking a classic slicing tomato that excels both fresh and cooked, Abe Lincoln remains an exceptional choice.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Abe Lincoln Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 80–85 days
- Fruit Size: 8–16 ounces
- Fruit Color: Bright red
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Rich, sweet, well-balanced classic tomato flavor
- Disease Resistance: Early blight and Alternaria stem canker
- Harvest Method: Pick fully red fruits regularly to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Best in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, fresh salsa, slicing, soups, sauces
Seedman Notes
Abe Lincoln is one of the cornerstone tomatoes of the Salad Garden, producing generous harvests of flavorful heirloom fruits with exceptional slicing quality. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, and fresh herbs, it creates classic garden salads bursting with the rich flavor and freshness that only vine-ripened tomatoes can provide.
Very Cherry Cascade Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is an exceptionally productive cherry tomato that produces long cascading clusters of brilliant red, bite-sized fruits with outstanding sweetness and rich old-fashioned tomato flavor. Bred for continuous harvests and vigorous growth, this variety rewards gardeners with hundreds of juicy tomatoes throughout the growing season. Whether grown in raised beds, containers, or hanging baskets, Very Cherry Cascade is one of the finest tomatoes for the Salad Garden, where fresh-picked cherry tomatoes become a daily harvest.
Harvested by the handful, the glossy red fruits add vibrant color, juicy texture, and irresistible sweetness to homemade salads. Their convenient bite-sized shape requires no slicing, making them perfect for tossing whole into mixed greens alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their balanced sweetness and refreshing acidity also make them a favorite for healthy snacking straight from the vine.
Very Cherry Cascade thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants continue producing abundant clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost, while regular harvesting encourages even greater production. Their naturally cascading habit makes them especially attractive growing over raised beds, supported on trellises, or spilling gracefully from large patio containers and hanging baskets.
Beyond fresh salads, Very Cherry Cascade tomatoes are excellent for vegetable platters, lunch boxes, fresh salsa, pasta salads, roasting, and garnishing countless dishes. Their remarkable productivity, outstanding sweetness, and extended harvest season make them one of the most rewarding tomatoes a gardener can grow, providing fresh homegrown flavor for months with very little effort.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Very Cherry Cascade Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 60–65 days
- Fruit Size: ¾–1 inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Bright red
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate, cascading
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, juicy, rich tomato flavor
- Harvest Method: Pick individual fruits or entire clusters as they fully ripen
- Container Friendly: Excellent; outstanding for large containers and hanging baskets
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, lunch boxes, pasta salads, fresh salsa, roasting, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Very Cherry Cascade is one of the signature tomatoes of the Salad Garden, producing hundreds of sweet, bite-sized fruits that are harvested by the handful throughout the season. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, and fresh herbs, these juicy cherry tomatoes create colorful gourmet salads bursting with vine-ripened flavor. Their remarkable productivity and exceptional sweetness make them a favorite for gardeners of all ages.
Super Sweet 100 Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is one of the world's most celebrated cherry tomatoes, producing extraordinarily long clusters loaded with bright red fruits renowned for their exceptional sweetness and rich tomato flavor. Vigorous indeterminate plants yield hundreds of bite-sized tomatoes over an exceptionally long season, making Super Sweet 100 a favorite among home gardeners for fresh eating. Its remarkable productivity and irresistible flavor make it one of the finest tomatoes for the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Super Sweet 100 tomatoes bring brilliant color, juicy texture, and outstanding sweetness to homemade salads. Their perfectly sized fruits require no slicing, allowing gardeners to simply harvest them by the handful and toss them into fresh salad greens. They pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs to create vibrant gourmet salads bursting with vine-ripened flavor. Their natural sweetness also makes them one of the most popular snack tomatoes for both children and adults.
Super Sweet 100 thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Strong indeterminate vines continue producing impressive clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost when provided with sturdy cages or trellises. Regular harvesting encourages continuous production, rewarding gardeners with an almost endless supply of fresh cherry tomatoes for salads, snacks, and countless fresh recipes.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Super Sweet 100 is outstanding for vegetable platters, lunch boxes, fresh salsa, pasta salads, roasting, and garnishing appetizers. Its dependable productivity, exceptional sweetness, and remarkably long harvest season have made it one of the most widely grown cherry tomatoes in home gardens. Whether enjoyed straight from the vine or incorporated into gourmet meals, Super Sweet 100 consistently delivers premium-quality tomatoes all season long.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Super Sweet 100 Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Fruit Size: 1 inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Bright red
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, juicy, rich tomato flavor
- Disease Resistance: Fusarium Wilt Race 1 (F1), Verticillium Wilt (V), Nematodes (N)
- Harvest Method: Pick individual fruits or entire clusters as tomatoes fully ripen
- Container Friendly: Good in very large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pasta salads, roasting, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Super Sweet 100 has earned its reputation as one of the finest cherry tomatoes ever introduced, producing incredible harvests of exceptionally sweet fruits over an extended growing season. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, and fresh herbs, it creates colorful gourmet salads filled with fresh, vine-ripened flavor. No Salad Garden is truly complete without a dependable cherry tomato like Super Sweet 100 producing handfuls of delicious fruit all summer long.
Valencia Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a premium heirloom tomato admired for its beautiful deep orange fruits, rich sweet flavor, and exceptionally meaty texture. Unlike many orange tomatoes, Valencia combines low acidity with a full-bodied, old-fashioned tomato taste, making it one of the finest slicing tomatoes for fresh eating. Its vibrant color adds striking contrast to garden salads while its juicy flesh delivers outstanding flavor with every bite.
Freshly harvested Valencia tomatoes bring brilliant orange color, firm texture, and naturally sweet flavor to homemade salads. Thick slices or wedges pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs to create colorful gourmet salads that are as attractive as they are delicious. Their low acidity and rich flavor also make Valencia an outstanding tomato for fresh sandwiches, wraps, and vegetable platters.
Valencia thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce generous harvests of smooth, medium to large fruits from midsummer until frost when supported with sturdy cages or stakes. Regular harvesting encourages continued fruit production, rewarding gardeners with a dependable supply of premium-quality tomatoes throughout the season.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Valencia is equally outstanding for fresh salsa, burgers, roasting, soups, and light sauces. Its rich flavor, attractive orange color, and meaty flesh make it a favorite for colorful tomato platters and heirloom tomato assortments. Whether enjoyed fresh from the vine or incorporated into favorite recipes, Valencia consistently delivers exceptional flavor and garden performance.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Valencia Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 75–80 days
- Fruit Size: 8–12 ounces
- Fruit Color: Deep orange
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, rich, meaty, low-acid
- Harvest Method: Pick when fruits develop a rich orange color and yield slightly to gentle pressure
- Container Friendly: Best in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, roasting, soups
Seedman Notes
Valencia Tomato is one of the signature slicing tomatoes for the Salad Garden, producing beautiful orange fruits with exceptional sweetness and rich heirloom flavor. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, and fresh herbs, Valencia adds brilliant color and outstanding taste to gourmet salads, creating a harvest that is every bit as beautiful as it is delicious.
Green Grape Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is an exceptional heirloom cherry tomato that ripens to a beautiful translucent green with golden undertones instead of the traditional red. Renowned for its remarkably sweet, fruity flavor with a hint of citrus, this unique variety has become a favorite among gourmet gardeners and chefs alike. Its unusual color and outstanding taste make Green Grape one of the most distinctive and rewarding tomatoes for the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Green Grape tomatoes add vibrant color, juicy texture, and an unforgettable burst of sweetness to homemade salads. Their bite-sized fruits require no slicing, making them perfect for tossing whole into mixed greens alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their unique green color creates beautiful contrast with red, orange, and yellow vegetables, transforming every salad into a colorful gourmet presentation.
Green Grape thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce generous clusters of fruit over an extended harvest period from midsummer until frost. Because the fruits remain green when ripe, gardeners should harvest them when they soften slightly and develop a warm amber blush. Regular picking encourages continued production and provides an abundant supply of delicious cherry tomatoes throughout the season.
Beyond fresh salads, Green Grape is outstanding for healthy snacking, vegetable platters, pasta salads, fresh salsa, garnishes, and colorful heirloom tomato assortments. Its extraordinary sweetness and unusual appearance often surprise first-time growers, quickly making it one of the most talked-about tomatoes in the garden. Combining gourmet flavor, dependable productivity, and remarkable beauty, Green Grape is truly one of the signature tomatoes for gardeners seeking something exceptional.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Green Grape Cherry Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–75 days
- Fruit Size: 1 inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Green with golden-amber blush when fully ripe
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, fruity, mildly tangy with citrus notes
- Harvest Method: Harvest when fruits soften slightly and develop a subtle amber blush
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, pasta salads, fresh salsa, garnishes, heirloom tomato assortments
Seedman Notes
Green Grape Cherry Tomato is one of the true gems of the Salad Garden, producing sweet, emerald-colored fruits that delight both the eye and the palate. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, herbs, and colorful heirloom tomatoes, it creates gourmet salads with remarkable color, exceptional flavor, and a uniqueness that guests will remember long after the meal is over.
Black Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is an award-winning heirloom cherry tomato celebrated for its rich, complex flavor and beautiful deep mahogany-purple fruits. Widely regarded as one of the finest tasting cherry tomatoes ever introduced, Black Cherry combines exceptional sweetness with smoky, wine-like undertones that have made it a favorite among gourmet gardeners and chefs. Its abundant harvests and unforgettable flavor make it one of the signature tomatoes for the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Black Cherry tomatoes add rich color, juicy texture, and extraordinary flavor to homemade salads. Their bite-sized fruits are perfect for tossing whole into mixed greens, pairing beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their deep mahogany color provides striking contrast against green lettuces and brightly colored vegetables, creating gourmet salads that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Black Cherry thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce long clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost, rewarding gardeners with an abundant and continuous harvest. Regular picking encourages additional fruit production, while sturdy cages or trellises help support the heavy vines throughout the season.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Black Cherry is exceptional for healthy snacking, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pasta salads, roasting, and colorful heirloom tomato assortments. Its distinctive flavor often surprises first-time growers, offering a richness rarely found in modern cherry tomatoes. Combining heirloom character, remarkable productivity, and gourmet quality, Black Cherry remains one of the most rewarding tomatoes for gardeners seeking exceptional fresh flavor.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Black Cherry Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Fruit Size: 1–1¼ inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Deep mahogany-purple with green shoulders when immature
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, rich, smoky, complex with old-fashioned tomato flavor
- Harvest Method: Pick fully colored fruits regularly to encourage continued production
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, pasta salads, fresh salsa, roasting, gourmet tomato assortments
Seedman Notes
Black Cherry Tomato is one of the true gourmet treasures of the Salad Garden, producing abundant clusters of richly flavored fruits with remarkable sweetness and complex heirloom character. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, herbs, and colorful heirloom tomatoes, it creates unforgettable salads that showcase the extraordinary flavors only vine-ripened garden tomatoes can provide.
Tiny Sugar Lumps Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a delightful heirloom cherry tomato prized for its extraordinary sweetness, rich old-fashioned tomato flavor, and abundant harvests of perfectly bite-sized fruits. Producing clusters of glossy red tomatoes throughout the growing season, this charming variety has earned a reputation as one of the sweetest cherry tomatoes available. Its exceptional flavor and dependable productivity make Tiny Sugar Lumps one of the signature tomatoes for the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Tiny Sugar Lumps tomatoes bring brilliant color, juicy texture, and candy-like sweetness to homemade salads. Their perfectly sized fruits require no slicing, making them ideal for tossing whole into mixed greens alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their remarkable sweetness also makes them irresistible for healthy snacking, often disappearing straight from the vine before they ever reach the kitchen.
Tiny Sugar Lumps thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce generous clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost, rewarding gardeners with continuous harvests over many months. Supported with sturdy cages or trellises and harvested regularly, the plants remain highly productive and provide an almost endless supply of delicious cherry tomatoes.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Tiny Sugar Lumps is outstanding for lunch boxes, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pasta salads, roasting, and colorful garnishes. Its naturally high sugar content and rich tomato flavor make it a favorite among gardeners seeking a premium cherry tomato for fresh eating. Combining heirloom reliability, remarkable sweetness, and exceptional productivity, Tiny Sugar Lumps is one of the finest tomatoes you can grow for everyday enjoyment.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Tiny Sugar Lumps Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Fruit Size: ¾–1 inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Bright red
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, juicy, rich old-fashioned tomato flavor
- Harvest Method: Pick fully ripe fruits regularly to encourage continuous production
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, pasta salads, fresh salsa, roasting, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Tiny Sugar Lumps Tomato is one of the sweetest and most enjoyable cherry tomatoes for the Salad Garden, producing generous clusters of bite-sized fruits bursting with rich, vine-ripened flavor. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, herbs, and colorful heirloom tomatoes, it creates gourmet salads filled with exceptional sweetness, vibrant color, and the unmatched freshness of homegrown produce.
Cherokee Purple Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is one of the world's most celebrated heirloom tomatoes, treasured for its extraordinary flavor, beautiful dusky rose-purple fruits, and rich gardening history. Believed to have been preserved by the Cherokee people for generations, this remarkable variety produces large, meaty tomatoes with an exceptionally complex, sweet, and slightly smoky flavor that has earned countless awards from gardeners and chefs alike. It is considered by many to be the gold standard for gourmet fresh eating.
Freshly harvested Cherokee Purple tomatoes bring unmatched flavor, rich color, and juicy texture to homemade salads. Thick slices or wedges pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their distinctive dusky purple color creates striking contrast alongside red, yellow, orange, and green tomatoes, while their rich, old-fashioned flavor elevates every salad to gourmet quality.
Cherokee Purple thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce generous harvests of large fruits from midsummer until frost when supported with sturdy cages or stakes. Although heirloom tomatoes may produce fewer fruits than some modern hybrids, the exceptional flavor of each tomato more than rewards the gardener. Regular harvesting encourages continued production throughout the season.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Cherokee Purple is exceptional for sandwiches, burgers, fresh salsa, caprese salads, and colorful heirloom tomato platters where its remarkable flavor can truly shine. Its rich sweetness, balanced acidity, and beautiful appearance have made it one of the most sought-after heirloom tomatoes for generations. For gardeners seeking the ultimate fresh-eating tomato, Cherokee Purple remains one of the finest choices available.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Cherokee Purple Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 80–85 days
- Fruit Size: 10–16 ounces
- Fruit Color: Dusky rose-purple with green shoulders
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Rich, sweet, complex, slightly smoky, old-fashioned heirloom flavor
- Harvest Method: Pick fruits when fully colored and slightly soft to the touch for peak flavor
- Container Friendly: Best in very large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, caprese salads, heirloom tomato platters, fresh salsa, gourmet slicing
Seedman Notes
Cherokee Purple is one of the signature tomatoes of the Salad Garden, producing beautiful heirloom fruits with a flavor that has made it legendary among tomato enthusiasts. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, fresh herbs, and colorful cherry tomatoes, it creates unforgettable gourmet salads that showcase the remarkable taste and beauty only heirloom tomatoes can provide.
Snow White Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a beautiful heirloom cherry tomato that produces creamy ivory fruits with an exceptionally sweet, mild flavor and remarkably low acidity. As the fruits fully ripen, they develop a delicate pale yellow blush while maintaining their distinctive creamy color. Their juicy texture, rich sweetness, and elegant appearance have made Snow White one of the finest gourmet cherry tomatoes for fresh eating and an outstanding addition to the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Snow White Cherry tomatoes add elegant color, juicy texture, and delightful sweetness to homemade salads. Their bite-sized fruits require no slicing, making them perfect for tossing whole into mixed greens alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their creamy ivory color provides striking contrast against red, purple, yellow, orange, and green tomatoes, transforming every salad into a colorful gourmet presentation.
Snow White Cherry thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce abundant clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost, rewarding gardeners with continuous harvests over many months. Supported with sturdy cages or trellises and harvested regularly, the vines remain exceptionally productive while providing a steady supply of premium-quality cherry tomatoes.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Snow White Cherry is exceptional for healthy snacking, vegetable platters, lunch boxes, fresh salsa, pasta salads, and colorful heirloom tomato assortments. Its delicate sweetness and unique appearance make it a favorite conversation piece at family gatherings and garden dinners. Combining gourmet flavor, dependable productivity, and remarkable beauty, Snow White Cherry is one of the most rewarding tomatoes for gardeners who enjoy growing something truly distinctive.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Snow White Cherry Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 75–80 days
- Fruit Size: 1–1¼ inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Creamy ivory ripening to pale yellow
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, mild, juicy, low-acid
- Harvest Method: Pick when fruits develop a soft creamy-yellow blush and yield slightly to gentle pressure
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, lunch boxes, fresh salsa, pasta salads, heirloom tomato assortments
Seedman Notes
Snow White Cherry Tomato is one of the signature gourmet tomatoes of the Salad Garden, producing abundant clusters of creamy ivory fruits with exceptional sweetness and delicate flavor. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, fresh herbs, and colorful heirloom tomatoes, it creates stunning rainbow salads that showcase the remarkable beauty and flavor only a home garden can provide.
Emerald Green Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a remarkable gourmet cherry tomato that ripens to a glowing emerald green with subtle amber highlights rather than turning red. Producing abundant clusters of sweet, juicy fruits with an exceptionally rich, fruity flavor, this unique variety has become a favorite among gardeners seeking something truly different. Its vibrant color, refreshing sweetness, and outstanding garden performance make Emerald Green Cherry one of the signature tomatoes for the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Emerald Green Cherry tomatoes add beautiful color, crisp texture, and exceptional sweetness to homemade salads. Their bite-sized fruits require no slicing and are perfect for tossing whole into mixed greens alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their glowing emerald color creates striking contrast with red, orange, yellow, purple, and ivory tomatoes, producing spectacular rainbow salads that showcase the diversity of homegrown produce.
Emerald Green Cherry thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate plants produce heavy clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost, rewarding gardeners with an extended harvest season. Because the fruits remain green at maturity, they are best harvested when they soften slightly and develop a warm amber blush. Regular harvesting encourages continued flowering and abundant fruit production throughout the season.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Emerald Green Cherry is outstanding for healthy snacking, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pasta salads, garnishes, and colorful heirloom tomato assortments. Its unique appearance often surprises guests, while its exceptionally sweet flavor quickly makes it a favorite. Combining gourmet quality, dependable productivity, and extraordinary beauty, Emerald Green Cherry is one of the most distinctive tomatoes a gardener can grow.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Emerald Green Cherry Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 70–75 days
- Fruit Size: 1–1¼ inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Emerald green with amber highlights when fully ripe
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, fruity, juicy, low-acid
- Harvest Method: Pick when fruits soften slightly and develop a warm amber blush
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, vegetable platters, lunch boxes, fresh salsa, pasta salads, gourmet tomato assortments
Seedman Notes
Emerald Green Cherry Tomato is one of the true gourmet treasures of the Salad Garden, producing abundant clusters of sweet emerald-colored fruits that surprise gardeners with both their beauty and remarkable flavor. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, herbs, and colorful heirloom tomatoes, it creates unforgettable rainbow salads that showcase the extraordinary diversity only a home garden can provide.
Pineapple Pig Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a spectacular heirloom beefsteak prized for its enormous bi-colored fruits, remarkable sweetness, and breathtaking appearance. The large tomatoes ripen to a beautiful blend of golden yellow accented with rosy pink blushes, while the interior reveals a marbled tapestry of yellow, pink, and orange flesh. Its rich, fruity flavor, low acidity, and juicy texture make Pineapple Pig one of the finest gourmet slicing tomatoes for fresh salads and elegant summer dining.
Freshly harvested Pineapple Pig tomatoes transform homemade salads into works of art. Thick slices display stunning swirls of golden yellow and rosy pink that pair beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their sweet, tropical-like flavor and meaty texture create unforgettable salads that showcase the beauty and freshness only heirloom tomatoes can provide.
Pineapple Pig thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate vines produce generous harvests of large beefsteak tomatoes from midsummer until frost when supported with sturdy cages or stakes. Although the fruits are impressive in size, they maintain outstanding flavor and slicing quality throughout the season, rewarding gardeners with premium harvests for fresh eating.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Pineapple Pig is exceptional for sandwiches, burgers, caprese salads, heirloom tomato platters, fresh salsa, and gourmet appetizers. Its extraordinary color pattern makes it a favorite centerpiece at farmers markets and summer gatherings, while its rich, sweet flavor consistently impresses even experienced tomato enthusiasts. Combining remarkable beauty with world-class eating quality, Pineapple Pig is one of the most rewarding heirloom tomatoes a gardener can grow.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Pineapple Pig Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 80–85 days
- Fruit Size: 12–24 ounces
- Fruit Color: Golden yellow with rosy pink blush and marbled interior
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Exceptionally sweet, fruity, rich, low-acid, juicy
- Harvest Method: Pick when fruits develop full color and yield slightly to gentle pressure
- Container Friendly: Best in very large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, gourmet slicing, sandwiches, burgers, caprese salads, heirloom tomato platters, fresh salsa
Seedman Notes
Pineapple Pig Tomato is one of the signature showpieces of the Salad Garden, producing magnificent bi-colored fruits that combine breathtaking beauty with exceptional heirloom flavor. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, herbs, and colorful cherry tomatoes, it creates unforgettable gourmet salads that rival those served in the finest restaurants while celebrating the remarkable diversity of homegrown tomatoes.
Pink Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a delightful heirloom cherry tomato producing abundant clusters of rosy-pink fruits with exceptional sweetness, juicy texture, and rich old-fashioned tomato flavor. The attractive pink fruits offer a slightly milder, lower-acid taste than many traditional red cherry tomatoes, making them a favorite for fresh eating. Their beautiful color and dependable productivity make Pink Cherry an excellent addition to the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Pink Cherry tomatoes add soft rosy color, juicy texture, and outstanding sweetness to homemade salads. Their perfectly sized fruits require no slicing, allowing gardeners to simply harvest them by the handful and toss them into fresh greens alongside Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, arugula, Mâche, cucumbers, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Their delicate pink color adds another dimension to colorful heirloom tomato salads while their mild flavor appeals to gardeners of all ages.
Pink Cherry thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Vigorous indeterminate vines produce generous clusters of fruit from midsummer until frost when supported with sturdy cages or trellises. Regular harvesting encourages continuous flowering and heavy production, providing a dependable supply of sweet cherry tomatoes throughout the season.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Pink Cherry is outstanding for healthy snacking, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pasta salads, and colorful tomato assortments. Its combination of attractive color, rich sweetness, and dependable harvests makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking premium-quality cherry tomatoes with classic heirloom character.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Common Name: Pink Cherry Tomato
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
- Fruit Size: 1 inch cherry tomatoes
- Fruit Color: Rosy pink
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, juicy, mild, low-acid
- Harvest Method: Pick fully colored fruits regularly for continuous production
- Container Friendly: Good in large containers with sturdy support
- Uses: Fresh salads, healthy snacks, lunch boxes, vegetable platters, fresh salsa, pasta salads, heirloom tomato assortments
Seedman Notes
Pink Cherry Tomato produces generous clusters of beautiful rosy-pink fruits that bring exceptional sweetness and elegant color to the Salad Garden. Combined with homegrown lettuces, cucumbers, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, herbs, and colorful heirloom tomatoes, it creates fresh gourmet salads that celebrate the remarkable diversity and flavor of homegrown produce.
Watercress (Nasturtium officinale) is one of the world's oldest and most highly prized salad greens, valued for its crisp texture, refreshing peppery flavor, and exceptional nutritional value. Traditionally grown beside cool, flowing streams, modern gardeners can successfully cultivate Watercress anywhere consistently moist soil or shallow water is available. Its tender leaves and stems have long been considered a gourmet delicacy, making Watercress one of the signature greens of the Salad Garden.
Freshly harvested Watercress adds crisp texture, vibrant green color, and a pleasantly peppery bite to homemade salads. The tender leaves blend beautifully with Iceberg, Red Sails, Salad Bowl, Tom Thumb, Mâche, arugula, spinach, cucumbers, sweet peppers, tomatoes, shredded carrots, radishes, sweet onions, and freshly snipped herbs. Its lively flavor brightens mixed salads while providing a refreshing contrast to sweeter vegetables, creating restaurant-quality salads harvested just moments before serving.
Watercress thrives in fertile, organically rich soil that remains consistently moist throughout the growing season. It performs exceptionally well beside ponds, streams, water gardens, or in containers kept continuously moist, and may even be grown in shallow flowing water. Regular harvesting encourages fresh, tender new growth, allowing gardeners to enjoy repeated harvests over an extended season. Plants perform best during the cool temperatures of spring and fall but can continue producing wherever adequate moisture is maintained.
Beyond the Salad Garden, Watercress is excellent in sandwiches, wraps, soups, omelets, smoothies, and as an elegant garnish for countless dishes. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it has been appreciated for centuries as both a flavorful culinary herb and a highly nutritious leafy green. Combining gourmet flavor, remarkable versatility, and exceptional nutritional value, Watercress remains one of the finest greens a gardener can grow.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Nasturtium officinale
- Common Name: Watercress
- Plant Type: Cool-season perennial leafy vegetable
- Days to Harvest: 50–60 days; harvest young shoots as needed
- Height: 6–12 inches
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, organically rich soil kept consistently moist; also suitable for shallow flowing water
- Water Needs: High; requires consistently moist soil or shallow water
- Flavor Profile: Crisp, fresh, mildly peppery
- Harvest Method: Snip young stems and leaves regularly to encourage tender new growth
- Container Friendly: Excellent when provided with constant moisture
- Uses: Fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, omelets, smoothies, garnishes
Seedman Notes
Watercress is one of the true gourmet treasures of the Salad Garden, producing crisp, peppery leaves that have been enjoyed for centuries. Combined with homegrown lettuces, spinach, Mâche, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, sweet peppers, carrots, onions, radishes, and fresh herbs, it creates vibrant salads with exceptional flavor, texture, and nutritional value. Its distinctive taste and elegant appearance make it an indispensable ingredient for gardeners who appreciate truly fresh, homegrown salads.
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