Heirloom Vegetables

Denise Smith relaxes from a hard day at her plant nursery by working in her home garden. Nicotiana 'Mutabilis' is a favorite plant in her garden. Another favorite is 'David' phlox because it is mildew resistant. The "hot border"--a bright and colorful planting near her house--is filled with cannas, Strobilanthes, beautyberry and Venezuelan peppers. She loves trying new and unusual varieties of herbs, vegetables and flowers and grows both heirloom and hybrid tomatoes. The tomato 'Peach Fuzzy' looks like a peach.

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