I was asked to answer a few questions from one of our interns for her school project. Here are her questions and my responses.
We are Mathieu Simms and Jennifer Jepsen, owners and operators of Simms Organics. Simms Organics is a 20 acre CCOF Certified Organic farm in Pescadero. We are 3rd generation coastsiders with strong ties to the community and farming.… 
WHAT WE GROW
Lolla Rossa
Red Butter Lettuce
Pepper – Padron
Named after the town where they originated. Padron peppers are harvested when they are 1-2 inches long. About 1 out of 20 fruits will be hot, and the rest mild. Padrons are most often served sautéed in olive oil with a little sea salt and eaten as tapas. They are also a great addition to the inside of a cheese burger.
Squash – Yellowfin
These vibrant yellow squashes pair beautifully with green zucchinis and have a delicate buttery flavor.
Squash – Y Star
Bright yellow uniform scallops with a pale green spot on the blossom end. When harvested small they are sweet and tender. Great for the pan or stuffed and baked as a side dish or appetizer.
Zucchini – Dunja
Late spring thru early fall. Dark green tender fruits taste best when harvested between 4-6 inches long. Great for the grill and in stir frys.
Cucumber – Corinto
Slicing cucumber with a crisp, fresh taste. Perfect for salads, sandwiches or snacking.
Tomato – Cherry Bomb
Bite size and great for snacking! Vivid red color with a classic cherry tomato flavor – firm, sweet and well-balanced.
Tomato – New Girl
Medium in size. Excellent flavor. Slice and place on a plate, drizzle with olive oil and chopped fresh basil. Also great cut up in salads or sliced on sandwich.
Beet – Touchstone Gold
Mild, sweet flavor. Great fresh or cooked. Bright orange skin with a beautiful golden yellow colored flesh that retains its color when cooked.
Beet – Merlin
Smooth earthy flavor. High sugar content gives them a wonderful sweet flavor. Bake, roast or boil. Great in a salad. Dark green leaves are tasty as well.
Cauliflower – Veronica
Spiraled pinnacles that are a vibrant chartreuse color. Slightly nutty flavor - a cross between broccoli and cauliflower. A crunchy, sweet addition to a crudités or cook as you would cauliflower. Also known as Romanesco.
Cauliflower – Skywalker
Lettuce – Fusion
A romaine and green leaf cross with wavy leaves.
Lettuce – Coastal Star
Romaine with tall dark green leaves. Excellent flavor.
Lettuce – Red Salad Bowl
Burgundy red leaves. Crisp and delicious. Mild, not bitter. Great for salad. Rich in Vitamin A.