{"title":"New for Fall 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery season we try some fun new experiments in our own demonstration gardens to see if we can begin offering it to the public as a trusted plant for sale. We also work with our sister farm French Farms and our garden clients to see what new crops we could be offering to our nursery customers. In 2026 the below crops were welcomed into the nursery permanently. We are so excited to continue developing a relationship with these unique plants that can be grown in South Florida. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"firebird-swiss-chard","title":"Firebird Swiss Chard","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFirebird Swiss Chard \u003cem\u003e(Beta Vulgaris)\u003c\/em\u003e Live Plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity: 28 baby, 55 full\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing: 1 per square foot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight requirements: 4-14 hours \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook out for: worms tucked under leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest notes: harvest outer leaves anytime. leaves are edible at any stage of growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle: annual\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFirebird Chard is like a living piece of art in the garden—deep reddish purple, crinkled leaves set off by fiery red stems that practically glow in the sun. It’s not only stunning to look at, but also one of the most versatile greens you can grow, combining the earthy richness of spinach with a hint of beet-like sweetness. Here in zone 10b, Firebird Chard is a dream crop. It grows quickly, tolerates heat better than many leafy greens, and can be harvested again and again—just snip the outer leaves and let the center keep producing. Plant it in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, and give it steady moisture for the most tender leaves. It’s happy both in garden beds and big containers, making it perfect for small spaces. In the kitchen, Firebird Chard is a true workhorse. Young leaves are mild enough to toss into salads, while mature ones hold up beautifully when sautéed, braised, or added to soups and stews. 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But whether a plant is considered invasive or not depends on its environment. Mullein is not a plant found in the wild here in South Florida, so it is not an invasive. Instead, it’s a plant that we cultivate purposefully for its medicinal properties. Mulleins leaves and flowers are brewed into a tea and made into tinctures to support respiratory health and soothing coughs and sore throats. Mullein is also commonly used as a tobacco alternative with its use as a smoking herb dating back to Ancient Greece. 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They should be fully colored and firm and picked regularly to avoid overloading plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle: Annual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverglades cherry tomatoes are a cult favorite down here in South Florida,  and now there is a yellow variety! If you are a lover of the classic red Everglades, why not give these a try too to add new colors and flavors to the garden. Their tiny size makes them adorable for use in salads, as garnish, and as snacks, and their sweet tase make them irresistible. These wild cherry tomatoes make large highly branched plants that are best grown in a wild and non-trellised fashion. If allowed to grow like a groundcover, left to sprawl and crawl along the ground they can make enormous plants with hundreds of fruit clusters on one plant! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow a few clusters of Everglades cherry tomatoes to stay on the plant and they will happily reseed themselves year after year. If you'd like to save the seeds instead just choose a few very ripe fruits, squeeze the insides out into a jar with water, allow it to ferment for a few days (this simulated the digestive system of an animal and will break down the mucilaginous coating around the seed) and then dry on a towel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its tolerance of the tropical heat Everglades cherry tomatoes can be grown anywhere where all other tomato varieties are. A tip for harvesting the tiny sweet fruits: instead of picking fruit by fruit, cut the entire cluster off the vine when all the fruit is most of the way ripe. 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This variety is grown by Commonwealth Seeds and is considered a “mini”with fruit best harvested at around 6” long. The fruit has tan to greenish skin and dense, orange flesh that’s rich, sweet, and nutty. It’s often compared to butternut squash in flavor, but with its own unique richness, making it a staple in soups, stews, roasting, or purees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe plants are more compact than other vining squash varieties but still need a good amount of space. They need full sun, well-drained fertile soil, and regular deep watering. Because they’re a moschata type, they tolerate heat and humidity better than many squashes and show good resistance to pests like squash vine borers. 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The skin begins a dark green and matures to a bronze-brown, giving the fruits a dramatic ornamental look. Inside, the dense orange flesh is nutty and flavorful, often compared to kabocha squash, and is used in everything from Thai curries and soups to simple roasted wedges. Last spring French Farms grew this variety for Commonwealth Seed so they could have seeds of it and we were all so impressed by how well this pumpkin performed in our hot climate.  Thai Kang Kob grows best when planted in fall or spring when its a smidge more humid than our winter months. It needs full sun, fertile and well-drained soil, and space to spread—plants are vigorous growers. Consistent watering is important during fruit set, though once established, the vines are relatively tough. Because this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e type, it handles heat and pest pressure (like squash vine borers) better than many pumpkins. 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We grew a small patch at our farm and while its yield wasn't super impressive the beautiful fruit was exceptionally flavored. Purple food doesn't love intense heat so we weren't surprised that it wasn't a big producer but we still liked growing it and will do so again this year. This beautifully colored paste tomato is high in phytonutrients and anti-oxidants because of its purple tinge. Paste tomatoes are known for having less watery flesh and more deep umami flavor than salad tomatoes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eINDETERMINATE plants have a vining growth pattern, requiring regular pruning and trellising. They don’t stop growing until something removes them, so with proper care they can reach 15-20 feet long. 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Last season our sister farm French Farms got seeds from Commonwealth Seed Growers and the plants did very well so this will be our first year offering this variety to home gardeners. Plants are compact yet vigorous, producing thick-walled fruits that start out green and ripen to a deep red with attractive streaks of orange. The flavor is crisp and sweet, making it an excellent choice for fresh eating, roasting, or cooking. A layer of mulch helps conserve soil moisture and keep the roots cool. Because the peppers are heavy for their size, light staking or a tomato cage can help support the plant once it ’s loaded with fruit. In the kitchen, Solar Flare shines as a versatile sweet pepper. 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It is easy to grow and seeds itself prolifically. The aroma of the leaf is oftentimes compared to gasoline or turpentine, because of the oils found in the leaves. Those stinky oils are what make this culinary and medicinal herb a potent digestive aid. If cooked or brewed into a hot tea some of the intense aroma is mellowed and it becomes more palatable. This super unique red variety was sourced by seed collectors in Oaxaca and we noticed that not only are the leaves beautifully shimmering with hues of red, green and everything in between, but this variety bolts and goes to seed much slower than the common green variety. While the green plants in our demonstration make small leaves and start flowering at about 6 inches tall, these variety got about 4 feet tall before flowering and the leaves are much larger. 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It grows as a shrubby plant with narrow leaves, slender flower spikes, and a strong garlic-like scent released when the leaves are crushed. In many cultures, it has been valued as both a medicinal and spiritual plant, used in teas, baths, and folk remedies for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our zone 10b climate, Petiveria alliacea is a weed that grows easily year-round in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering while becoming fairly drought-tolerant once established. The plant can reach 3–6 feet tall and forms a loose, natural shape that fits well into wilder perennial gardens. 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This is a State initiative where wildf lower meadows are planted in roadsides instead of grass, which we love! The plantings are predominantly coreopsis and phlox. Phlox are classic garden f lowers valued for their clusters of bright, star-shaped blooms in shades of pink , purple, red, and white. In our zone annual phlox varieties are the best f it, as they handle heat better than their perennial cousins. Plant them in fall through early spring for strong performance, giving them full sun to partial shade and well- drained soil enriched with compost. They need regular watering but dislike soggy conditions. With proper care, phlox will bloom generously, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. 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