Annie's Heirloom Seeds

Roma II Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

This fast and easy-to-grow European favorite produces a plentiful crop of flat, stringless seafoam-green pods. These slender beans are packed with protein and full of rich flavor. A real Italian...

Roma Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)

A beloved paste tomato perfect for canning and sauces. Delicious fruits weighing 4 ounces each ripen all at once on bushy plants that do not require extensive support. Heat tolerant. 25 seeds...

Roman Chamomile (Anthemus noblis)

Cheerful, daisy-like flowers make this heirloom equal parts practical and attractive. Often used in herbal teas, Roman Chamomile also excels as ornamental groundcover or as a garden showpiece in its...

Rosemary (Silvia rosmarinus)

With its pungent, piney fragrance and silver-gray leaves, rosemary is a cherished culinary herb. Woody stems make for convenient bundle drying and aromatic leaves are splendid in potpourris,...

Rosita Eggplant (Solanum melongena)

Developed in Puerto Rico during the 1940s, Rosita yields stunning, medium-sized lavender fruits with delectable white flesh free of all bitterness because of its late-maturing seeds. 25 seeds...

Rouge D’Hiver Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

This beautiful French romaine has a dark green base and scads of burgundy leaves. Bright, slightly sweet flavor with a tender-crisp bite. Delicious at maturity but often picked as a baby lettuce. Red...

Royal Burgundy Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

This eye-catching heirloom produces deep purple pods that stand out against their green leaves for easy picking. Firm and crisp, Royal Burgundy beans turn green when cooked and make a great candidate...

Royal Family Sweet Pea Mix (Lathyrus odoratus)

This well-loved standard variety is still one of the best. With bright, frilly blooms of exceptional size, this heirloom produces abundant blossoms in a symphony of colors: pinks, purples, whites,...

Ruby Queen Beet (Beta vulgaris)

Despite its regal name, the Ruby Queen is no primadonna. This rich, red beet thrives in cooler temperatures and can tolerate poor soil or crowded plots. Count on it to produce round and tender,...

Ruby Red Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

We love this early loose-leaf variety with its colorful, red-tinged leaves, rich flavor, and crisp bite. Heat tolerant, slow to bolt, and easy to grow. 250 seeds minimum Germination: 7-14...

Russell's Extra Choice Lupine Mix (Lupinus polyphyllus)

The second year after planting, this popular variety will fill your garden with tall, blossom-filled spikes of intense color from late spring into early summer. Russell Mix includes blue, red, pink,...

Russian Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculoides)

A native of Europe, this delicately flavored herb is relished by great cooks everywhere. With a flavor likened to anise and licorice, it's well suited for sauces, dressings, salads, and vinegars. Use...

Sage (Salvia officinalis)

This versatile herb adds classic flavorings to meat, poultry, and vegetables. Easy to grow, soft green leaves add remarkable calm to any color palette. Does equally well in containers and can be...

Salad Bowl Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

This award-winning heirloom has frilly leaves, a crisp but tender bite, and bright slightly sweet flavor with no bitterness. Easy to grow and a terrific choice for gardeners in warm regions. 250...

Scarlet Nantes Carrot (Daucus carota)

This French favorite was developed in the mid-19th century by Vilmorin-Andrieux, a storied seed company co-founded by the chief botanist to King Louis XV. Sweet, uniform and ideal for dense soil, the...