Tomato 'Big Rainbow'

Heritage Tomato ‘Big Rainbow’—multicolor skin and a light red streak inside

For beauty on the plate, few Tomatoes can surpass the heritage variety ‘Big Rainbow’. Sometimes it looks mostly yellow and sometimes it has green shoulders with a waistcoat of yellow and orange—when ripe, streaks of red appear toward the blossom end. Try not to judge this beefsteak by its flat, lumpy exterior. Slicing into it reveals wisps and whorls of red and orange streaked through the yellow meat—ah, the prize inside. ‘Big Rainbow’ is a classic eating Tomato: juicy and sweet with fruity overtones and a low-acid bite.

We like to call this a New American Heritage because it came out of Minnesota during the 1980s, grown by the families in and around Polk County. One woman, Dorothy Beiswenger, had the foresight to register it with Seed Savers Exchange and blessed its name. ‘Big Rainbow’s’ history is unclear as far as heritage goes; no one knows much about its early days, its ethnic background, or its parents. What we do know is that it became a hit.

‘Crazytunia Cosmic Purple’ for eye-catching planters and window boxes

Customers are always looking for fun and unique Petunias so we’ve added ‘Crazytunia Cosmic Purple’ to our lineup for spring. This is a color pattern you’re not going to come across in any other series—vibrant magenta edges with a dark raspberry star. These huge flowers are eye-catching for summer window boxes and planters.

You won’t find this unique color pattern in any other series

This series is known for its unique colors and patterns. Among the Crazytunias ‘Cosmic Purple’ drapes pretty well. It has the flower power, plant performance, clean foliage, and sun tolerance we like to see for basket and box applications.

‘Crazytunia Cosmic Purple’ is available in the 4.5-inch pot.

Elegant ‘Cascade White’ with contrasting burgundy markings

For a different look with white Geraniums, consider ‘Cascade White’. Its slender petals and elegant burgundy markings in the throat are distinctive. This variety can also handle the extreme heat of a Cincinnati summer. Pretty ‘Cascade White’ is a vigorous grower with a lovely trailing habit. We use it for lush baskets and window boxes that look like they have a waterfall flowing out of them.

‘Cascade White’ is available in the hanging basket and cone.