Vegetable Plants We Grow
Our vegetable starts don’t come off a truck — most begin as seeds right here at Quinn’s. We grow a wide variety each season, taking the time to raise sturdy, healthy plants that are ready for mountain gardens and real-world growing conditions.
Tomato Varieties
Quinn’s grows many heirloom and hybrid tomatoes; browse below to find what suits your garden.
German Johnson
Big, old-fashioned slicer with juicy, balanced flavor for sandwiches. Indeterminate, heirloom.
San Marzano
Classic, meaty Italian sauce tomato with rich, sweet flavor and few seeds. Indeterminate, heirloom.
Golden Jubilee
Sunny golden tomato that’s mild, low-acid, and easy to enjoy fresh. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated
Roma
Dependable paste tomato that cooks down thick for sauces and canning. Determinate, heirloom/open-pollinated.
Rutger
Tried-and-true garden standard with great flavor and strong yields. Determinate to semi-determinate, heirloom/open-pollinated.
Brandywine Pink
Cherished for its legendary sweet and distinctively gourmet taste.
Brandywine Red
A robust heirloom producing large fruits with a rich, tangy profile.
Cherokee Purple
A stunning tomato with a complex, smoky-sweet flavor heritage.
Mr. Stripey
Striking yellow-and-red bicolor with mild, sweet, low-acid taste. Indeterminate, heirloom.
Yellow Pear
Bite-size, pear-shaped snacker that’s sweet and fun for salads. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated.
Indeterminate, heirloom.
Brandywine Red
Big heirloom beefsteak with classic, rich tomato taste. Indeterminate, heirloom.
Beefsteak
Large, meaty slicer perfect for hearty sandwiches. Usually indeterminate; commonly open-pollinated/heirloom-type.
Better Boy
High-yield hybrid with full tomato flavor and reliable performance. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Better Bush
Compact plant that still delivers big, tasty fruits for small spaces. Determinate, hybrid.
Big Boy
Heavy producer of large, juicy fruits with backyard-tomato taste. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Celebrity
All-around workhorse with great flavor, yield, and disease resistance. Determinate to semi-determinate, hybrid.
Early Girl
One of the first to ripen, bringing real tomato flavor early in the season. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Brandywine Pink
Cherished for its legendary sweet and distinctively gourmet taste.
Brandywine Red
A robust heirloom producing large fruits with a rich, tangy profile.
Cherokee Purple
A stunning tomato with a complex, smoky-sweet flavor heritage.
Oxheart
Huge, heart-shaped fruits with meaty texture and very few seeds. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated.
Juliet
Grape-shaped mini-Roma that’s sweet, crack-resistant, great for snacking or roasting. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Goliath
Oversized, juicy slicer bred for impressive size and rich flavor. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Patio
Compact plant bred for containers, still packed with full-size tomato flavor. Determinate, hybrid.
Sweet Mil.
Cascading clusters of extra-sweet cherry tomatoes all season. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Marglobe
Old-time favorite with thick walls, good flavor, and canning-friendly fruits. Determinate to semi-determinate, heirloom/open-pollinated.
Lemon Boy
Bright yellow, mildly tangy fruits with low acid and great color. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Mtn. Pride
Bred for toughness and taste in variable mountain weather. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Sunray
Golden-orange tomato with smooth, mellow flavor and eye-catching color. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated.
Huge, juicy hybrid with classic flavor and heavy yields. Indeterminate, hybrid.
Parks Whopper
Pepper Varieties
Our peppers are grouped by heat level (mild vs. hot). Browse both collections below to find your perfect garden match.
Mild Peppers
California Wonder
The standard for bell peppers. Produces large, thick-walled fruits that are remarkably sweet and crunchy.
Golden Calwonder
A golden-yellow maturation of the classic bell. Sweet, mild, and perfect for adding color to summer salads.
Purple Beauty
Produces stunning deep purple fruits that stay sweet. A high-yielding variety that adds beauty to any garden row.
Red Bell
The quintessential sweet pepper. Reliable and robust, producing heavy yields of sugary, thick-fleshed fruit.
Sweet Banana
Long, tapering fruits that mature from pale yellow to orange-red. Excellent for pickling and fresh snacks.
Cubanelle
A popular Italian frying pepper with thin walls and a sweet, mild flavor. Exceptional when sautéed.
Pimento
Heart-shaped, very sweet peppers with thick flesh. The traditional choice for stuffing and artisanal canning.
Sweet Pickling
Small, colorful peppers that grow in clusters. Ideal for canning whole or adding a bright pop to garden displays.
Hot Peppers
Cayenne Long Slim
Produced in long, thin pods, this classic variety delivers a sharp pungent heat. It is a favorite choice for drying into flakes or creating fiery aromatic oils.
Cow Horn
Named for its distinctive curved shape, this heirloom pepper offers a thick crunch with a robust, medium-high kick. Excellent for roasting or artisanal canning.
Habanero
A powerhouse of heat and flavor, presenting tropical fruity notes before the intense spice takes over. A staple for bold, Caribbean-inspired fresh salsas.
Hot Banana
These glossy yellow peppers mature to bright red, providing a versatile medium heat level. They are particularly prized for pickling and fresh summer garden salads.
Jalapeno
The quintessential garden pepper, loved for its clean flavor and reliable mid-range heat. Perfect for everything from fresh daily salsas to stuffed appetizers.
Ghost
Once the world's hottest pepper, it carries a unique smoky undertone beneath an extreme, slow-building burn. Use sparingly to elevate your spiciest gourmet dishes.
Tabasco
Tiny, colorful pods that grow upright on the plant, offering high heat and a pungent flavor profile. It is the essential base for artisan fermented hot sauces.
Ancho (Poblano)
A classic Mexican variety with a deep, earthy flavor and very mild heat. Primarily used for roasting fresh or dried as 'Ancho' for complex cooking sauces.
Sriracha
A specialty red chili variety bred for high sugar content and moderate spice. It is the gold standard for creating smooth, fermented hot sauces at home.
Anaheim
Large, tapering green pods that offer a very mild warmth. Their thick walls make them the ideal candidate for roasting and stuffing into delicious classic dishes.
Other Vegetables
Leaf Lettuce
Tender, cut-and-come-again leaves for fresh salads.
Eggplant
Glossy purple fruits ideal for grilling and roasting.
Cucumbers
Crisp green cucumbers perfect for snacking and pickling.
Cantaloupe
Sweet, fragrant orange-fleshed melons for summer.
Zucchini
Prolific green squash for sautéing, grilling, or baking.
Yellow Squash
Mild, buttery squash great for everyday cooking.
Butternut Squash
Rich, nutty winter squash that stores well.
Watermelon
Juicy red melons for hot-weather refreshment.
Okra
Slender green pods for frying, stews, and gumbo.
Sweet Corn
Tall stalks loaded with sweet, tender ears.
Onions
Reliable bulbs that add depth to almost any dish.
Broccoli
Compact green heads perfect for steaming or roasting.
Cabbage
Classic firm heads for slaws, soups, and fermenting.
Cauliflower
Mild white florets great for roasting or ricing.
Swiss Chard
Colorful leafy greens for sautés and soups.
Brussels Sprouts
Bite-size sprouts that caramelize beautifully when roasted.
Collards
Hearty greens that shine in long, slow cooking.
Savoy Cabbage
Crunchy mild cabbage used for cooking.
Kale
Hardy greens for salads, sautés, or crunchy chips.