E-newsletter
Vegetables & Herbs
Check out our Veggie greenhouse for a full selection of vegetables and herbs, all grown on the farm without the use of any chemical pesticides.
Vegetables
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant - Try Katie's Eggplant Parmesan
- Squash
- Lettuce
- Pumpkin
- Swiss Chard
- Brocolli
- Cucumber
We grow 10 varieties of hybrid Tomatoes, available in a range of pot sizes. Check out our 1 gallon plants for a quick crop!
New for 2008
Heritage Tomatoes: Looking for some unusual and cool Tomatoes? Heritage Tomatoes are varieties that are over 50 years old and have been dropped by the mainstream breeders. Often they have superior flavour and interesting colour. They are sure to add interest to your veggie garden. Over 20 varieties available in a range of shapes, sizes and colours. All are being grown in biodegradable pots. Many trialled by Heritage Tomato guru Bill Mann in his garden in Mulmur.
Herbs
There’s nothing better for summer cooking than having a selection of fresh herbs at your fingertips! Herbs are easy to grow and will perform well all season. Plant in your veggie garden, mix in with flowers or plant up a container to keep on your deck or at your door. We grow all the popular herbs, including Rosemary, Parsley, Oregano Chives, 6 types of Basil and many more.
Did you know that Basil could be Genovese, Cinnamon, Purple, Lettuce Leaf, Majical Michael or Red Rubin?
New for 2008:
Herb Bowl Garden: Due to popular demand, this year we are growing instant Herb Gardens, planted in 14" bowls. All the popular herbs are included and with light trimming will provide you with a selection of fresh herbs all season. Great for keeping by the back door! Or, if you have a favourite container that you’d like your herbs planted in, check out our custom container planting service.
Newsletter Articles
The following plant information is taken from back issues of our E-newsletters. Enjoy!
Heritage Tomatoes
Easy to grow, amazing to eat!
May 2008
This year we have grown a selection of over 20 Heritage Tomato varieties. Heritage or Heirloom varieties have been around for over 50 years. Often they have been dropped by larger plant breeders as newer varieties were bred for long distance transport or longer shelf life. Heritage Tomatoes come in various shapes and sizes and have amazing colour and flavour. An extra bonus - all our Heritage Tomatoes are grown in biodegradable pots - just plant the whole pot in the ground and the pots will naturally break down. As with all Tomatoes, plant deep for extra root growth and sturdy plants. Come and check out our selection and try something different this year! How can you resist such intriguing names as Black from Tula, Old Flame or Tigerella?!!
Heirloom Tomatoes and Specialty Peppers
A taste sensation!
May 2007
Last week at the Creemore Farmers Market, 100 Heirloom Tomatoes were handed out to visitors, all helping to raise awareness of Heritage Vegetables. More gardeners are increasingly becoming interested in Heritage Vegetables and for good reasons. These are the varieties that have been passed by or dropped by plant breeders as they search for qualities such as long shelf life, good shipping qualities and pest and disease resistance. Often Heritage Vegetables have amazing flavour, unusual colouring and interesting histories and names. They are easy to grow in a home garden and offer a change from the more usual varieties. This year we are growing an Heirloom Tomato Collection and a Specialty Pepper Collection. Each 6 pack contains 6 different varieties and comes with an information sheet. Great to plant at home or give as a present!
