Annie's Heirloom Seeds

Burgess Buttercup Squash (Cucurbita maxima)

Introduced in the 1930s, Burgess Buttercup produces 15’ vines and up to twelve 3-pound squash per plant. Turban-shaped fruits have dark green skin and dense, orange flesh with a luscious, sweet...

Burpee’s Improved Bush Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus)

Dating back to the early 1900s, this heirloom boasts larger, thicker pods than a more traditional lima. Its plump seeds are rich in flavor, low in fat and packed with protein. 30+ seeds...

Bushel Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria)

Traditionally used as storage vessels, these gargantuan gourds also make fabulous craft and decor pieces. Harvest before frost and allow to dry in a dark place for up to 6 months, then wash, wax and...

Buttercrunch Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

A delectable butterhead variety with tender yet crisp leaves and no bitterness. If you grow only one type of lettuce, this is a great choice. More heat tolerant than other varieties. 250 seeds...

Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

A member of the milkweed family, Monarch butterflies will flock to the vibrant orange blooms all summer long. Honeybees, bumble bees and even beneficial wasps will also benefit from the prodigious...

Calabrese Broccoli (Brassica oleracea)

Italian immigrants brought this extremely popular variety to America in the late 1800s. Calabrese produces a tightly packed head up to 7-8” in diameter. After the head is harvested, side shoots...

California Giants Zinnia Mix (Zinnia elegans) Annual

These sun-loving showstoppers stand 4' tall with scads of gorgeous 5” blossoms in dazzling shades of red, pink, orange, yellow, purple and white. Exquisite in your garden or in a tall vase on...

California Orange Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)

The state flower of California is the quintessential American wild poppy. Electric orange blooms are carried stately on tall stems against a background of elegant lacy green foliage. Drought tolerant...

California Wonder Pepper (Capsicum annuum)

The quintessential sweet bell pepper popular since the 1920s. Tall, prolific plants yield up to 12 thick-walled peppers with full, fresh flavor and crisp texture. Delicious green but sweeter red...

Campbell 33 Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)

Developed for Campbell’s Soup Company, this early maturing variety is a disease resistant, reliable performer that grows well in adverse weather conditions. Bright red 7-10 oz. fruits ripen all...

Caraway (Carum carvi)

A versatile biennial herb with delicious seeds, foliage, and roots. Foliage and roots can be harvested in the first year; seed heads are produced in the second year. Valued for medicinal benefits...

Carouby Snow Pea (Pisum sativum)

A rare heirloom from southern France that produces huge, flavor-packed pods up to 6” long. With scads of pink and maroon blossoms that change to blue and purple at maturity, Carouby is a...

Carousel Popcorn (Zea mays)

Carousel’s mini-cobs are 3½-4” in length and grow on stalks that reach 8’ tall. A popular ornamental variety featuring red, gold, blue, brown, and white kernels which are...

Carpet of Snow Alyssum (Lobularia maritima)

A longtime favorite for cottage gardens, Carpet of Snow has stood the test of time and continues to reward gardeners with drifts of white flowers and intoxicating fragrance. Easy to grow and loved by...

Catalogna Gigante di Chioggia Chicory (Cichorium intybus)

Beloved for its bushy bunches of long, serrated, white-stemmed leaves, this Italian heirloom makes a fine addition to your spring or fall garden. Its delectable, nutrient-packed greens taste slightly...