The pumpkin jalapeño is a hybrid pepper plant that produces bright orange peppers with a fruity flavor and a mild to medium level of heat: 

The peppers start out green and ripen to a pumpkin-orange color, which is usually only seen in bell peppers. 

The peppers are fruitier than a traditional jalapeño, but they don't have hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves. 

The peppers have a Scoville unit rating of 22,000–25,000, which is hotter than a traditional green or red jalapeño. 

The peppers are great for stuffing, pickling, or roasting.

Tangerine Tiger peppers are a cross between Aji Tangerine and Sugar Rush Stripey peppers: 

Tangerine Tiger peppers are striped and can vary in shape, from longer to stouter. They can have speckles and some purple blushing. 

Tangerine Tiger peppers have a fruity flavor and are not very hot, with a Scoville heat unit (SHU) of around 3,000. 

Tangerine Tiger plants are prolific and grow tall, so they may need staking or caging. 

1000-1500 SHU as opposed to 3000-5000 SHU for regular Jalapenos.

Dark green in color, 3" length, maturing to red color.

Plants grow 30" tall. 

Huge melons. Weighs 45lbs. 

Rich flavor; taste like mango

Excellent melon.

Italian Sweet Orange Frying peppers are a highly productive heirloom variety known for their long, conical shape and a flavor that intensifies in sweetness as they ripen from green to bright orange. These thin-walled peppers are versatile in the kitchen, offering a crisp texture when raw that transforms into a creamy, smoky treat when fried or roasted. 

Key Characteristics

Fruit Profile: Produces fat, conical fruits typically 20–25 cm (8–10 inches) long.

Flavor: Sugary sweet with no heat (Scoville rating under 100) and a complex, delicate roasted flavor.

Appearance: Slender green leaves atop distinctive red stems that can grow up to 12 inches tall on plants reaching 24 inches, with cooler weather deepening the color.

Flavor: Mild, sweet, and less pungent than bulb onions, with a crisp texture.

Type: A bunching onion (Allium fistulosum), often grown like a spring onion or scallion.

Origin: An Asian heirloom, popular with home gardeners. 

Planting: Best planted in late summer/fall for rich red color, but can be grown most of the year.

Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.

Blanching: Mounding soil around the stems creates longer white parts; leaving it exposed deepens the red.

Harvest: Can be harvested young as tender scallions or allowed to mature, cutting and regrowing for multiple harvests. 

Adds color and mild onion flavor to dishes.

Ideal for Asian cuisine (stir-fries, sukiyaki), salads, soups, and as a garnish. 

Rosetta’s Calabrian is a traditional Italian chili known for its slender, slightly curved red pods and rich, fruity heat. Originating from Calabria, these peppers develop a bold, smoky flavor with a pleasant lingering spice, making them perfect for sauces, oils, and drying. The plants are productive and thrive in warm garden conditions.

25,000 – 40,000 SHU 

Appearance: Large, plump, and rounded or teardrop-shaped with glossy, deep purple to almost black skin.

Flesh: Creamy white with a mild flavor and spongy texture that becomes tender when cooked.

Seeds: Has many edible seeds.

Availability: Widely available year-round in supermarkets. 

Versatility: This is one of the most versatile types of eggplant, suitable for most eggplant recipes.

Grilling: Its large surface area holds up well to grilling when sliced.

Roasting: Can be roasted whole or sliced.

Frying: Ideal for breading and frying, such as in eggplant parmesan.

Dips: Can be roasted and blended into creamy dips like baba ganoush. 

The Baby Round Purple Dwarf Eggplant is a compact, high-yielding heirloom variety that produces small, glossy deep-purple fruits perfect for container gardens, raised beds, and small-space growing. These mini eggplants typically grow to golf ball or tennis ball size with tender, mild, creamy flesh and very few seeds. The dwarf plants are highly ornamental and productive, making them ideal for patio gardening while adding vibrant color to the garden. Maturity is usually around 65–80 days from transplant.

Baby Round Purple Dwarf Eggplants are excellent for grilling, roasting, stuffing, sautéing, stir-fries, curries, and Mediterranean dishes. Their small size makes them ideal for whole roasting or skewering on kebabs. The tender skin and mild flavor absorb seasonings beautifully, making them perfect for garlic, olive oil, herbs, parmesan, tomato sauces, and spicy dishes. They can also be pickled or added to pasta, pizza, and vegetable medleys.