Roma Tomato Varieties

San Marzano Tomatoes

While I recently wrote about Super Marzano Tomatoes, I am still growing good old San Marzano Tomatoes.  You can tell the difference – Super Marzano are a little larger and have a pointed end. If you don’t believe me, the just click on the link.  So here are my thoughts on the best features of […]

Daisy Varieties

Becky’s Shasta Daisies

I love Becky’s Shasta Daisies, but I think I put them in the wrong spot in my berry garden.  I don’t want to block any new growth on my blueberry plants.  I am going to transplant them in the fall or spring. Best Features: 1) The blooms on this daisy variety reach 3 inches wide. […]

Carrot Varieties

Tonda di Parigi Carrots

I looked up the name via Google Translate and Tonda di Parigi is Italian for Round of Paris. Best Features: 1) These carrots are great for roasting, grilling or snacking. 2) Tonda di Parigi are shallow rooted so you can grow them in the ground or in a container.  This winter I am going to […]