Question: I am looking at starting my garden and collection of Heirloom Non-GMO Seeds but want to ensure they are Non-GMO and Heirloom. In looking through your seeds for sale, some specifically say that and others do not. Are ALL of the seeds Heirloom Non-GMO seeds or only the seeds labeled that way in the description?
Continue reading Choosing the Right Seeds: How Open-Pollinated, Heirloom, Hybrid, and GMO Seeds Differ
If you have leftover vegetable seeds or plan to save seeds from your heirloom open-pollinated plants this season, learning the basics of proper seed storage is essential. Whether you’re setting aside purchased seed packets or collecting your own, storing your seeds the right way helps preserve their viability and ensures strong germination when it’s time to plant. Good seed storage isn’t complicated, but it does take a little planning to get the best results year after year.
Continue reading Heirloom Seed Storage: 10 Tips for Longevity and Success
This article is geared to those in more Northern areas of the U.S., for those in the South or hotter areas of the U.S., more helpful tips can be found here: 9 Important things to do in the heirloom vegetable garden in September in southern states or hot climates geared towards what you have going on in the garden this month.
The heirloom vegetable garden in September enters a transitional phase between the end of summer and the onset of cooler fall temperatures. It’s a critical time for both harvesting summer crops and preparing for autumn planting. Here’s what to do in your heirloom vegetable garden in September:
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If you’ve ever wondered which seeds are the easiest heirloom seeds to save, you’re in the right place. Some heirloom varieties are naturally simple to collect, clean, and store, making them perfect for beginners who want to start seed saving without complicated steps. These plants often require little to no special equipment, have minimal cross-pollination issues, and provide dependable results year after year.
By learning how to save these beginner-friendly seeds, you not only ensure a steady supply for future gardens but also practice one of the most rewarding traditions in gardening. In this guide, we’ll walk through the easiest heirloom seeds to save and explain exactly how to collect and preserve them for next season’s planting.
Continue reading 8 Easiest Heirloom Seeds to Save
Flavor, flavor, flavor! One of the first reasons people grow open-pollinated or heirloom seeds is the flavor. Hybrids are bred for many characteristics such as uniformity (in shape or harvest time), high yields, withstanding rigors of transport, etc. But, sadly in the breeding process the desirable characteristics like flavor and nutritional value suffer. There’s truly nothing as delicious as a sun-ripened home-grown heirloom tomato. You tomato lovers out there know just what I mean when I say we suffer each winter, waiting for the first delicious tomatoes of the next garden season. 🙂
Continue reading Why Choose Heirloom Seeds? Unlocking the Benefits of Flavor, Nutrition, and Seed SavingRecognized by Dave’s Garden Watchdog: Top 30 Company, Top 5 in Heirloom and Vegetable Seeds
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