Welcome to the plant care library – a quiet little corner of Cattywampus Farm where I’ve gathered everything I’ve learned about keeping plants alive without losing my mind. I’m not a master gardener or a botanical wizard; I’m just someone who’s tired, trying to build a slower life, and hoping the things that work for me might work for you too.
Each guide here is something I’ve written after trial, error, and a few “well that didn’t go as planned” moments. They’re simple, practical, and meant to help you spend less time panicking over leaves and more time enjoying your garden.
Find your plant below, click through, and hopefully you’ll walk away feeling a little more confident, or at least a little less alone in the chaos of growing things.
A Note About Navigation: There are LOADS of plants listed here, if you know what plant you want to find or at least what category you want to look through, click one of the links below to jump to that category. Happy Growing!
Jump to Plant Categories:
VEGETABLES
Alliums
King Richard Leeks
Elegant leeks that take their time but reward your patience generously.
Italian Red of Florence Bunching Scallions
Pretty red scallions that grow quickly and make you look more organized than you are.
Brassicas
Aspabroc Broccolini
A friendly, easygoing brassica that rewards patience with sweet little shoots.
Baby Bok Choy
Tender little plants that grow quickly and make you feel successful with minimal effort.
Copenhagen Market Cabbage
A classic cabbage that just quietly does its job without fuss.
One Kilo Slow Bolt Napa Cabbage
A cabbage that tries its best not to bolt, even when the weather is dramatic.
Snowball Y Cauliflower
A cauliflower that needs a little attention but pays you back with beautiful heads.
Veronica Romanesco
A fractal masterpiece that needs patience, but it’s worth every quiet moment.
Waltham 29 Broccoli
Dependable broccoli that doesn’t mind if you forget about it for a day or two.
Carrots
Snowman Carrots
Cute, crisp carrots that grow well even when the weather can’t make up its mind.
Danver’s Carrots
A classic, no‑nonsense carrot that grows like it’s been doing this longer than you have and doesn’t mind reminding you.
Littlefinger Carrots
A tiny, sweet carrot that grows like it’s trying to prove small things can still be overachievers.
Dragon Carrots
Colorful, dramatic carrots that look fancy without needing fancy care.
Scarlet Nantes Carrots
Sweet, classic carrots that grow well if you give them a little space and a little love.
Fruiting Vegetables
Black Beauty Zucchini
A zucchini that grows fast and generously — sometimes too generously.
Purple Tomatillo
A moody, dramatic tomatillo that still shows up and does its job without complaining.
Rio Grande Verde Tomatillo
A sturdy, dependable tomatillo that handles the heat better than I do most days.
Straight Neck Squash
A simple, dependable squash that doesn’t ask for much and gives plenty.
Legumes
Clemson Spineless 88 Okra
Reliable okra that doesn’t stab you — truly a gift.
Green Beans
A steady green bean that produces well without demanding constant supervision.
Long Purple Eggplant
A hardy eggplant that keeps producing even when you’re tired of checking on it.
Sugar Snap Peas
Crisp, sweet peas that make you feel like a gardening genius even on tired days.
Root Vegetables
Easter Egg Blend Radish
A cheerful mix that grows fast and forgives your mistakes, which is nice.
Touchstone Gold Beets
Golden beets that behave better than most red ones; dependable and quietly lovely.
White Lady Turnip
A sweet, gentle turnip that doesn’t ask for much — honestly a relief.
Tomatoes
Artisan Bumble Bee Mix (Tomatoes)
Pretty little tomatoes that add color and joy without adding stress.
Chocolate Cherry Tomato
Rich, earthy cherry tomatoes that feel like a small reward for showing up.
Green Zebra Tomato
Tangy, striped tomatoes that thrive even when you’re running low on energy.
Midnight Snack Cherry Tomato
Dark, sweet cherries that taste best when you’re wandering the garden at dusk.
Pineapple Tomato
Sweet, tropical‑leaning tomatoes that make you feel like you did something right.
Pink Berkeley Tie‑Dye Tomato
A gorgeous tomato that tastes as good as it looks — a real treat.
Supersweet 100 Hybrid Cherry Tomato
Tiny, sugary tomatoes that grow like they’re powered by caffeine.
Roma Tomato
Reliable romas that give you steady harvests without drama.
San Marzano Tomato
Classic sauce tomatoes that make you feel like you’re doing something important.
Sungold Pole (Tomato)
Sweet, sunshine‑colored tomatoes that grow like they’re trying to impress you.
PEPPERS
Arbol
A slim, fiery pepper that grows with surprising enthusiasm.
Carolina Reaper
A pepper that absolutely does not care about your comfort level; grow it for the challenge.
Cayenne
A classic hot pepper that produces more than you’ll ever realistically use — but you’ll keep growing it anyway.
Chocolate Beauty Bell
Rich, earthy bells that taste better than you’d expect from such a low‑maintenance plant.
Ghost Pepper
A slow‑growing, high‑heat pepper that demands patience and rewards bravery.
Giant Marconi
Long, sweet peppers that grow generously without asking for much.
Green Bell
A big, sturdy bell pepper that grows like it has something to prove.
Guajillo
A smooth, flavorful chile that rewards patience with beautiful dried pods.
Jalapeño
Reliable heat from a plant that thrives even when you’re running on fumes.
Midnight Dream Black Bell
A moody, dramatic bell pepper that thrives quietly in the background.
NM Big Jim Legacy
A heritage chile that grows big, bold, and beautifully — a real garden workhorse.
NM Española
A dependable New Mexico chile that handles heat and drought better than most humans.
NuMex Heritage Big Jim Hatch Chile
Big, bold peppers that act like they’re auditioning for a starring role in your garden.
NuMex Joe E Parker Chile Anaheim
A mild, friendly chile that grows like it’s just happy to be included.
NM Lumbre
A spicy little powerhouse that lives up to its name without apology.
NM NM‑64
A classic New Mexico pepper that grows steadily and quietly, like it’s minding its own business.
NM Sandia Select
A reliable hot chile that thrives even when the weather is being dramatic.
Orange Bell
Bright, cheerful peppers that feel like a tiny burst of optimism.
Orange Habanero
A tiny lantern of pure fire – beautiful, but handle with respect.
Poblano Ancho
A rich, earthy pepper that’s as comforting to grow as it is to cook with.
Purple Beauty Bell
A pretty purple bell that looks fancy but doesn’t demand fancy care.
Red Bell
A classic red bell that quietly does its job without any dramatic flair.
Serrano Hot Peppers
Small, fiery peppers that grow like they’re fueled by spite and sunshine.
Yellow Bell
Sunny yellow bells that make your garden feel a little happier.
HERBS
Basil – Genovese (culinary)
Classic basil that grows fast and tastes good even when you’re too tired to cook.
Basil – Tulsi (tea/aromatic)
A warm, comforting basil that smells like peace and grows like it wants you to relax.
Bouquet Dill
Feathery, fragrant dill that bolts quickly but tastes wonderful while it lasts.
Catnip
A soft, friendly herb that grows easily and makes your cats lose their minds.
Common Chamomile
A delicate, daisy‑like herb that rewards patience with gentle, calming blooms.
Common Chives
Easy, cheerful little onion‑flavored strands that grow even when you forget about them.
Curly Parsley
A tidy, dependable herb that quietly keeps growing while you deal with everything else.
Extrakta Sage
Soft, earthy leaves that grow steadily and make you feel like a real gardener.
English Thyme
A tiny, woody overachiever that quietly thrives and makes everything smell better.
Garlic Chives
A stronger, sassier version of chives that grows like it’s trying to help you out.
Lemon Balm
A sweet, calming herb that spreads a little too enthusiastically, but you forgive it.
Mint
A bright, lively mint that grows like it’s trying to take care of you while quietly taking over the whole world.
Primed Rosemary
A sturdy, fragrant plant that thrives on neglect — finally, something that understands you.
True Greek Oregano
A bold, fragrant herb that grows like it has opinions — but helpful ones.
FLOWERS
Baby Blue Bouquet Eucalyptus
A fragrant, calming plant that grows steadily and makes everything smell nicer.
Benary’s Giant Mix Zinnia
Big, bold blooms that thrive with minimal drama — finally, something easy.
Cheyenne Spirit Echinacea
Bold, colorful coneflowers that return every year like loyal old friends.
Ellagance Purple Lavender
A fragrant, calming lavender that grows like it’s trying to help you relax.
Green Gold Bupleurum
A bright, airy filler that makes every bouquet look more put‑together than you feel.
Pacific Apricot Beauty Calendula
Sunny, apricot‑colored blooms that keep going even when you’re ready to call it a day.
QIS Purple Gomphrena
A sturdy, long‑lasting flower that keeps its color long after you’re done being impressed.
Rudbeckia triloba
A cheerful, wildflower‑style bloom that pops up everywhere like it’s checking on you.
Sequin Gomphrena
Tiny, sparkly little globes that stay cute even when everything else is wilting.
Summer Pastels Yarrow
Soft, pastel clusters that thrive in heat and pretend they don’t notice your neglect.
Sunday Bright Pink Celosia
A fluffy, cheerful bloom that grows like it’s trying to brighten your whole week.
Tall Blue Planet Ageratum
Soft, fuzzy blue blooms that quietly fill in the gaps without demanding attention.
Vintage White Strawflower
Crisp, papery flowers that look delicate but handle heat better than most of us.
MELONS
Homemade Pickles Cucumbers
Easy, crisp cucumbers that grow like they’re trying to make your summer a little simpler.
Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe
A sweet, personal‑sized melon that doesn’t ask for much and feels like a small reward.
Sugar Baby Watermelons
Tiny watermelons that ripen fast and make you feel like you accomplished something delightful.
FRUITS
Aunt Molly’s Ground Cherry
A cheerful ground cherry that grows like it’s trying to help you out.
Orange Ground Cherry
A sunny little fruit that grows like it’s just happy to be here, honestly.
cattywampusrumpusfarm.com 