Sorrel is a leafy green vegetable grown for its pleasantly tart, lemony flavor. It sometimes gets classified as an herb and sometimes as a vegetable. Either way, gardeners in the U.S. don't grow enough of it. Sorrel plants prefer the cool seasons of spring and fall, quickly bolting to seed as the weather heats up. The two most commonly grown species are garden sorrel (Rumex acestosa) and French sorrel (Rumex scutatus).

Sorrel plants have smooth, arrow-shaped leaves that grow from a center rosette. The plant will send up a tall flower stalk as the temperature warms, but it's best to remove this to promote leaf growth for a better harvest. The red flowers are rather insignificant whorled spikes, like rhubarb.

Sorrel only gets about 12 to 18 inches tall, although the flower stalks (if left on the plant) will get taller. It does spread out though, easily taking up 2 feet in width. Sorrel is typically planted in spring and has a moderate growth rate; young leaves are ready to harvest in a little over a month.

(60 days) Open-pollinated. Because of their cold hardiness, collards were a miracle crop that sustained many southern folks through the winters during the Great Depression. Vates is the acronym for Virginia Truck Experiment Station, a hotbed of collard research from 1907-1967. Introduced in the 1930s, this was probably the best-known of all the many developed there. Large upright 1½–2' plants give generous harvests of dark green thick crumpled leaves with a mild cabbage-like flavor. Will overwinter in high tunnels in our climate. 

The best environment to grow collard green or mustard greens is in full sun with plentiful, consistent moisture to thrive in your garden. Greens are frost tolerant, so growing them as a late season crop is ideal. Planting greens can also be done in early spring for a summer harvest, but more watering is likely necessary for them to grow successfully during the summer heat. Use insect netting to help protect from early insect infestations. Collards are best consumed in gumbo, braised, or sauteed.

COMMON PESTS: Aphids, Wihteflies

SUSCEPTIBLE TO: Bolting, Mosaic Virus, Fusarium Wilt

Packet: 9 grams of seed

Imperator Carrots

Imperator carrots are a widely grown, market-standard variety recognized for their long, slender, and uniform roots. Their smooth, tapered shape, crisp texture, and rich orange color make them both visually appealing and flavorful. Typically reaching 7–10 inches in length, they are prized for their sweetness and versatility, whether eaten fresh or cooked. Best grown in deep, loose, well-drained soil under full sun, Imperator carrots mature in about 65–80 days.

Appearance: Long, slim, and tapered with straight, smooth roots

Color: Deep, vibrant orange

Texture: Crisp and tender

Flavor: Sweet and full-bodied

Size: Commonly 7–10 inches, with some varieties growing longer

Uses

Fresh: Excellent for salads, snacking, and raw dishes

Cooked: Versatile for soups, stews, and side dishes

Commercial: Ideal for bunching and packaged sales thanks to their uniform shape

Big Max pumpkins are large, round, pale to bright orange pumpkins known for their thick, yellow-orange flesh and ability to grow over 100 pounds. They are named for their impressive size, making them suitable for carving into large Jack-o'-lanterns, use in competitions, or for canning and pie fillings. Big Max pumpkins require full sun, fertile soil, and a long growing season of approximately 120 days to reach their full potential.  

A white onion has thin, papery white skin and crisp, juicy white flesh with a sharp, mild, and slightly sweet flavor profile. It is often used raw in dishes like salads, salsas, and guacamole due to its mildness, but it can also be cooked in soups, stews, and other dishes where its flavor becomes sweeter and it breaks down more quickly than yellow onions. 

Mild cabbage-like flavor.

Siberian kale has hardy white stems that run from the base of the root through the leaves.

The leaves of Siberian kale are large and flat with edges that have a ruffled shape.

 참외(Cucumis melo ssp. agrestis var. makuwa)는 박과의 한해살이 덩굴식물로, 멜론(Cucumis melo)의 일종이다. 1차 원산지는 아프리카 사하라 남부, 2차 원산지는 인도, 러시아, 대한민국으로 알려져 있다.

The melon (Cucumis melo ssp. agrestis var. makuwa) is an annual vine of the Cucurbitaceae family, a type of melon (Cucumis melo). Its primary origin is believed to be sub-Saharan Africa, with secondary origins in India, Russia, and South Korea.

Korean melon (Chamoe, 참외) has a subtly sweet, floral flavor with notes of honeydew, cucumber, and pear, and a firm, crisp, juicy texture similar to a crunchy apple or unripe peach. It's less intensely sweet than a cantaloupe and has a unique refreshing and slightly tangy quality.

Green & Red Salad Bowl, Lollo Bionda and Lola Rosa, Four Season, French Sorrel, Wizard Leaf, Bibb, Oak Leaf, Baby Pak Choi, Peppercress, Mix of Swiss Chard

Name: Tom Thumb Lettuce

Type: Butterhead Lettuce (Heirloom Variety)

Shape & Size:

Small, compact, rosette-shaped heads

Typically 4 to 5 inches in diameter – ideal for single servings

Leaves:

Soft, tender, and buttery texture

Light green outer leaves with pale, creamy yellow interiors

Flavor:

Mild, sweet, and delicate

Less bitter than many other lettuces

Growth:

Fast-maturing – ready to harvest in as little as 50-55 days

Suitable for spring and fall planting

Performs well in small spaces and containers

Uses:

Perfect for individual salads or garnishes

Great for small gardens, raised beds, and patio containers

History:

An old heirloom variety dating back to the 1850s

Especially popular in Victorian-era kitchen gardens