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Varieties

Today, SSE houses the nation’s largest nongovernmental seed bank (some 20,000 varieties) at Heritage Farm, 890 scenic acres in Winneshiek County, Iowa. Here, we not only safeguard these varieties for generations to come but also encourage gardeners and farmers worldwide to grow, harvest, and share heirloom seeds and recount the inspirational stories behind them.

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Missouri Pink Love Apple Tomato

Discover the history and flavor of the ‘Missouri Pink Love Apple’ tomato, a cherished heirloom with roots dating back to the 1860s. This pink beefsteak variety produces juicy, meaty fruit all season long on indeterminate plants. Learn how to grow and enjoy this delicious tomato while exploring its fascinating past through the CORE Project’s preservation efforts. A must-try for gardeners and heirloom enthusiasts!

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