Growing Guides

How to Grow Tomato ‘Floradade’ A heat-tolerant, determinate tomato bred for hot climates — produces firm, flavorful fruits ideal for slicing, canning, or fresh eating. Sowing & Germination Start Indoors: Sow seeds 6–8 weeks before your last frost date Planting...

How to Grow Bush Bean ‘Provider’ Early, dependable, and high-yielding green bean variety — great for beginners and perfect for garden beds or containers. Sowing & Germination Direct Sowing Only: Beans do not transplant well — sow directly after the...

How to Grow Spearmint Fragrant, fast-spreading perennial herb with bright green leaves — perfect for teas, cocktails, desserts, and natural pest control. Sowing & Germination Start Indoors: Sow seeds 6–8 weeks before last frost Surface sow: Press seeds lightly into...

How to Grow Dill An aromatic, easy-to-grow herb perfect for gardens, containers & companion planting. Sowing & Germination Direct Sowing (Recommended): Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil Sow seeds...

Red Acre Cabbage is a compact, early-maturing red cabbage variety with beautiful deep purple-red heads. The heads are firm, round, and typically weigh 2–4 pounds. It is well-suited for smaller gardens and resists splitting, making it excellent for both fresh...

Swiss Chard Fordhook Giant is a high-yielding variety prized for its slightly sweet, mild flavor and tender texture. The large, dark green leaves with white stalks are excellent for steaming, sautéing, or adding to soups and salads. This robust plant...

How to Grow Cucumber ‘Poinsett’ Classic open-pollinated slicing cucumber known for its crisp texture, disease resistance, and heavy yields — perfect for garden beds, trellises, or containers. Sowing & Germination Direct Sowing (Recommended): Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost...

Charming, low-growing perennial with button-like blooms — perfect for borders, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly beds. Sowing & Germination Start Indoors: Sow seeds 6–8 weeks before last frost date Surface sow: Do not cover seeds — they need light to germinate...

Love Lies Bleeding, scientifically known as Amaranthus caudatus, is an eye-catching annual flower that is known for its unique and dramatic drooping flower clusters. The flowers are long, pendulous spikes that can reach up to 2 feet in length. The...

Cape Forget-Me-Not, scientifically known as Anchusa capensis, is an enchanting flowering plant with vibrant blue flowers that resemble tiny forget-me-not blossoms. The flowers grow in clusters atop sturdy stems, and the plant features lance-shaped, hairy leaves. Cape Forget-Me-Not adds a...