Two of the most popular orange cherry tomato hybrids are Sun Sugar (sometimes sold as Sunsugar) and Sungold (less commonly sold as Sun Gold) and for good reason. They’re both similar in size, color, and productivity, and both are prized for their sweet and tangy flavor, regularly topping lists for most delicious cherry tomatoes.  The … Read more

The Zapotec jalapeno is an old heirloom variety from Oaxaca, Mexico, cultivated over generations and likely dating back to the time of the Aztecs.  This variety boasts excellent flavor, good production, and hotter-than-average jalapeno heat. Zapotec jalapenos are becoming a must-grow variety for jalapeno lovers. Read below for more information on this variety and how … Read more

Jalapenos are a versatile hot pepper; they’re great for pickling, stuffing, fermenting, grilling, adding to salads, and even making hot sauces. There’s a reason why they’re one of the most popular pepper varieties to grow.  There is also a surprising variety of jalapenos to grow. While most start green and ripen to a deep red, … Read more

Egyptian walking onions are becoming an increasingly popular option for gardeners looking for a hardy, no-fuss, easy-to-grow perennial onion. These onions first resemble bunching onions, but in the summer, they produce a topset of bulbils, not flowers, which can be eaten or planted like small onion sets to expand your onion patch. These onions can … Read more

Gardeners with limited space shouldn’t be left out of experiencing the joy and satisfaction of eating fresh tomatoes out of the garden. Many tomato varieties can grow in containers. While dwarf tomatoes with full-sized fruits usually need at least a 5-gallon container, many dwarf and determinate cherry and cocktail tomatoes have been specifically bred for … Read more