Discover the wild, wonderful world of heirloom plants.

Generations-old, non-hybrid varieties handed down from gardener to gardener, they are some of the most precious and unique types available. Many originated in Europe centuries ago and were brought by immigrants to the USA. Seed Saver's Exchange is a non-profit, member-supported organization that saves and shares North America's diverse but endangered heirloom seeds, forming a living legacy that can be passed down through generations. Preserve our gardening heritage - and grow some absolutely delicious food for your family! USA produced.

Provider Bean

• Known as the most dependable early green bean
• Round straight pods (5-8" long) borne heavily on compact plants
• Excellent flavor, one of the best for freezing and canning
• Germinates well in cool soil - disease resistant
• Bush habit, snap, 50-55 days

French Breakfast Radish

• Oblong and blunt, rose-scarlet with a white tip
• White crisp flesh with a mildly pungent flavor
• Sow in the spring or fall and pick when small
• 20-30 days

Green Arrow Pea

• Slim pointed pods are 4-5" long and contain 8-11 small deep green peas
• Pods are almost always borne in doubles
• Very heavy reliable production
• Medium vines grow 24-28" tall
• Shell, 62-70 days

Early Fortune Cucumber

• Fruits measure 8" long
• 55-60 days

Black Beauty Squash

• Compact everbearing bush plants are loaded with glossy green-black fruits with firm white flesh
• Best eaten when under 8" long
• Excellent variety for freezing
• 45-65 days

SSE Lettuce Mixture

• A well-balanced mixture of cutting lettuce: Amish Deer Tongue, Forellenschluss, Lolla Rossa, Red Salad Bowl, and at least four more of our favorite varieties
• 40-45 days