Artichoke Varieties

Tavor Artichoke

This is the first year that I actually figured out how to grow artichokes.    In Pittsburgh, you have to grow artichokes as an annual.  In warmer locations (zone 7 and above), you can grow it as a perennial.  I selected the variety called Tavor Artichoke from High Mowing Seeds because it matures in about […]

Bean Varieties

Blue Lake Green Beans

I have been growing Blue Lake Green Beans for quite a few years.  The main reason is because this variety is the type used by the canned green bean companies like Del Monte.  Canned green beans with salt are a must in our family.  We are trying to freeze them this year as this variety is […]

Swiss Chard Varieties

Bright Lights Swiss Chard

This Bright Lights Swiss Chard seed packet adds a lot of color to the garden.  I purchased the Bright Lights from Botanical Interests.  While the seeds are not color coded, you will get a nice surprise of color.  This packet includes chard with gold, orange, pink, yellow, crimson and lavender stems and veins.  You will […]