The Exchange, on Seed Savers’ website, pairs the people who save heirlooms with those who want them, all for the price of ...

Did you know there are thousands of types of tomatoes out there? These are the ones that we think you'll wish you tried out a ...

Tomato plants are big and require spacing in a home garden. Many of us are not growing acres of tomatoes but instead a dozen ...

Because heirloom tomatoes have not been cross-bred with other varieties, they often have a stronger, more complex flavour profile, with hints of sweetness, acidity and umami. In addition to their ...

“Because the majority of what I grow … I grow varieties that the tomatoes are useful for multiple purposes.” If you want to eat them fresh or put them on salads, Beddes suggested growing some heirloom ...

Many gardeners swear by the tried-and-true heirloom tomato varieties, while others are drawn to the disease resistance or increased vigor of hybrids. The debate over which is “best” can get ...

After a lovely winter break, I returned to the office with a stack of seed catalogs begging me to order more seeds. Despite having hundreds of seed packets, I find ...

The heirloom varieties are just as easy to grow and taste so much better,' says Lucy. 'For example, tomatoes have been bred for blight resistance and a uniform shape, because everyone wants a ...

With food prices set to rise in 2025, growing even just a portion of your own food could help make a dent in your grocery ...