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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.

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German Johnson

Big, old-fashioned slicer with juicy, balanced flavor for sandwiches. Indeterminate, heirloom.

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San Marzano

Classic, meaty Italian sauce tomato with rich, sweet flavor and few seeds. Indeterminate, heirloom.

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Golden Jubilee

Sunny golden tomato that’s mild, low-acid, and easy to enjoy fresh. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated

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Roma

Dependable paste tomato that cooks down thick for sauces and canning. Determinate, heirloom/open-pollinated.

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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.

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Cherokee Purple

A stunning tomato with a complex, smoky-sweet flavor heritage.

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Mr. Stripey

 Striking yellow-and-red bicolor with mild, sweet, low-acid taste. Indeterminate, heirloom.

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Yellow Pear

 Bite-size, pear-shaped snacker that’s sweet and fun for salads. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated.

 Indeterminate, heirloom.

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Brandywine Red

 Big heirloom beefsteak with classic, rich tomato taste. Indeterminate, heirloom.

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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.

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Big Boy

Heavy producer of large, juicy fruits with backyard-tomato taste. Indeterminate, hybrid.

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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.

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Oxheart

Huge, heart-shaped fruits with meaty texture and very few seeds. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated.

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Juliet

Grape-shaped mini-Roma that’s sweet, crack-resistant, great for snacking or roasting. Indeterminate, hybrid.

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Goliath

Oversized, juicy slicer bred for impressive size and rich flavor. Indeterminate, hybrid.

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Patio

 Compact plant bred for containers, still packed with full-size tomato flavor. Determinate, hybrid.

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Sweet Mil.

 Cascading clusters of extra-sweet cherry tomatoes all season. Indeterminate, hybrid.

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Marglobe

Old-time favorite with thick walls, good flavor, and canning-friendly fruits. Determinate to semi-determinate, heirloom/open-pollinated.

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Lemon Boy

 Bright yellow, mildly tangy fruits with low acid and great color. Indeterminate, hybrid.

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Mtn. Pride

 Bred for toughness and taste in variable mountain weather. Indeterminate, hybrid.

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Sunray

Golden-orange tomato with smooth, mellow flavor and eye-catching color. Indeterminate, heirloom/open-pollinated.

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 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.

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Sweet Banana

Long, tapering fruits that mature from pale yellow to orange-red. Excellent for pickling and fresh snacks.

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Cubanelle

A popular Italian frying pepper with thin walls and a sweet, mild flavor. Exceptional when sautéed.

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Pimento

Heart-shaped, very sweet peppers with thick flesh. The traditional choice for stuffing and artisanal canning.

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Sweet Pickling

Small, colorful peppers that grow in clusters. Ideal for canning whole or adding a bright pop to garden displays.

Hot Peppers

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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