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Cold-hardy down to 12°F, this perennial herb is known for its lemony tang and is best used sparingly in salads or as a standout ingredient in soups...
View full detailsGolden Dragon is a unique and productive bush bean that yields plump, golden-yellow pods with the distinctive, nutty flavor of garbanzo chickpeas. ...
View full detailsA cheerful, reliable black-eyed Susan producing masses of golden-yellow, daisy-like blooms with distinctive dark brown centers from midsummer throu...
View full detailsGolden Acre is a compact, early-maturing heirloom cabbage with tight, round heads of pale-green leaves and a sweet, mild flavor more refined than l...
View full detailsThis heirloom from Puerto Rico produces abundant yields of lavender-pink, teardrop-shaped fruits with distinctive white shoulders on 4-foot-tall pl...
View full detailsA compact, tidy bush plant producing sweet, oblong cream-and-green striped delicata squash — the most popular sweet potato–flavored winter squash. ...
View full detailsThe quintessential bean sprout found in Asian cooking worldwide. Crisp, juicy, and mildly sweet — ready in just 3-5 days. Ideal for stir-fries, spr...
View full detailsA quick-establishing annual small grain widely grown as a cover crop for erosion control, organic matter, and weed suppression. Winter oats winter-...
View full detailsThis extra-early Hungarian sweet wax pepper features thick-walled, pointed bell-shaped fruits measuring 2½ x 3½ inches that progress through creamy...
View full detailsCrunchy, nutty sunflower shoots harvested at the cotyledon stage for maximum sweetness. Among the most satisfying microgreens to grow and eat, with...
View full detailsPrized for their unique colors, shapes, and flavors, these vegetable varieties have been passed down through generations of seed savers. Perfect fo...
View full detailsThis popular northern heirloom, thought to have been developed by Jacob Trout in Virginia, features large, kidney-shaped beans with maroon markings...
View full detailsDeveloped by Clemson/AES in 1965, this cantaloupe-type melon has salmon-orange flesh and a netted rind on round-oval fruits measuring approximately...
View full detailsA family heirloom given to Dustin Swanland by his Italian aunt and introduced in 2012 by SESE, this indeterminate variety produces delicious fruit ...
View full detailsGolden Bush Scallop is a golden-yellow, plump Patty Pan squash that grows on space-saving bush plants. Prolific and hardy, the plants bear continuo...
View full detailsA stunning Appalachian heirloom with large, flattened, pink-purple beefsteak fruits and a remarkably mild, sweet, low-acid flavor that makes it one...
View full detailsThis upright loosehead lettuce produces slightly savoyed, triangular, round-tipped leaves with a succulent mid-rib, offering excellent sweet flavor...
View full detailsThis wilt-resistant snow pea grows on vines up to 5 feet tall and is impressively productive. The sweet, flavorful pods hold their quality even if ...
View full detailsLarge Red is an heirloom with roots documented before the Civil War, appearing in the 1843 Shaker seed catalog from New Lebanon, NY as one of the m...
View full detailsGorgeous bright green leaves with ruffled, almost fringed, deep bronze edges make this lettuce as striking in the garden as it is on the plate. It ...
View full detailsHailing from Naples, Bolloso Napoletano is a prized basil variety known for its robust flavor, with giant rumpled 6-inch leaves that are perfect fo...
View full detailsFeathery, ornate microgreens with a bold, spicy mustard flavor. The lacy leaves and rosy hue make these microgreens as beautiful as they are flavor...
View full detailsA bold, architectural celosia blend producing dramatic, velvety cockscomb heads in rich reds, oranges, yellows, and pinks on sturdy, upright plants...
View full detailsA pre-1915 heirloom with fully crinkled, dark green savoyed leaves, this is considered the most heat-tolerant spinach variety available and deliver...
View full detailsCultivated in the Yucatan, Trinidad, and West Indies, this very aromatic and flavorful hot pepper is a staple of Caribbean curries and jerk sauces....
View full detailsA visually stunning okra with deep burgundy-red pods that remain tender and flavorful even as they size up — no woody texture even at 5 inches. Ric...
View full detailsAlso known as Big Tom or Yankee Cow Pumpkin, this pre-1700 cultivar of Native American origin remains one of the most popular varieties for large H...
View full detailsBenning's Green Tint is considered one of the most beautiful and hardy varieties of Patty Pan squash. The saucer-shaped fruits have scalloped edges...
View full detailsAn ornamental annual salvia producing vivid purple, pink, and white flower spikes that attract butterflies and hummingbirds all summer long. Easy t...
View full detailsEarly Straightneck is a classic smooth-skinned yellow summer squash with a mild, buttery flavor and straight, easy-to-slice shape that makes it a k...
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Anuenue is Hawaiian for "rainbow" (pronounced "ah-nu-ee-nu-ee"). This variety produces seed capable of germinating at higher soil temperatures (abo...
View full detailsThis rainbow-colored Cherokee Long Ear Small popcorn, a blend of several strains passed down through generations, offers both beauty and flavor. It...
View full detailsAn AAS winner introduced in 1985, this early-producing loose-leaf lettuce features crinkled leaves with a maroon-red color that deepens as the leav...
View full detailsThis Texas heirloom, brought from Oklahoma by Marshall Crawford's family, is a fast-growing bibb lettuce known for its great flavor and exceptional...
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This early 1900s Georgia family heirloom, introduced in 1987 by Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, is a sweet and flavorful Moon and Stars watermelon...
View full detailsLove-Lies-Bleeding Amaranth produces showy plants with dramatic crimson tassels up to 24 inches long that appear to drip from the stems. The long f...
View full detailsAnise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) is a native herb of the North-Central United States, known for its striking lavender flowers and aromatic leave...
View full detailsA unique cylindrical beet producing 6-inch, deep red roots with a remarkably fine, smooth texture and sweet, earthy flavor. Beloved by chefs for pe...
View full detailsA beautiful Italian heirloom eggplant, somewhat similar in appearance to Listada de Gandia, Rosa Bianca features a creamy white base color with pin...
View full detailsThis cold-hardy mustard forms compact rosettes of thick, dark green, oval-shaped leaves with a mild mustard flavor, tolerating temperatures down to...
View full detailsPrized for its distinctively flavorful fruit and highly rated in taste trials, Brandywine has achieved a national reputation as the flavor standard...
View full detailsThis determinate tomato variety produces both an early crop and continues to bear fruit throughout the entire season, featuring 1½-inch bright red ...
View full detailsA fresh, spring-inspired sprouting blend combining mild, sweet, and slightly tangy varieties for a versatile salad sprout mix. Crisp and colorful. ...
View full detailsSweet New Mama is a compact, space-saving sweet corn variety that produces two to three full-sized ears per plant on shorter stalks — making it ide...
View full detailsA legendary American heirloom with large, dark green fruits dramatically speckled with a single yellow moon and dozens of smaller yellow stars — ea...
View full detailsBouquet Dill (Anethum graveolens) is a delightful variety similar to Long Island Mammoth but with shorter plants that produce larger flower and see...
View full detailsThis well-known Italian chicory features deeply cut, dandelion-like leaves with light green mid-ribs, growing more upright than frillier varieties ...
View full detailsDeveloped before 1912 from a cross between Chinese Giant and Ruby King, this heirloom sweet pepper produces thick-fleshed, 3 by 4 inch bell peppers...
View full detailsSeeds for Planting: Vegetables, Herbs, and Flowers
Our full seed collection covers seeds for planting across nearly every crop a home gardener, homesteader, or small market farmer might want to grow. With over a thousand varieties in stock, you can shop by crop, brand, price, or growing traits like organic status, days to maturity, and heat or cold tolerance, so it's easy to find exactly what fits your garden.
What's In Our Seed Collection
You'll find garden seeds across vegetables, herbs, and flowers from trusted organic growers like High Mowing, Peaceful Valley, and Southern Exposure, plus budget-friendly options from MIgardener. Popular picks include heirloom and hybrid tomatoes, peppers, beans, lettuce, and carrots, along with kitchen herbs like basil, cilantro, and dill, and flowers such as zinnias, calendula, and sunflowers. Beyond individual seed packets, you can also shop microgreens, sprouting seeds, cover crop seed, and seed bundles if you're looking to grow beyond the basics.
From Seed Packets to a Full Garden Plan
Buying seeds is only the first step. Knowing when to start, transplant, and harvest each variety is what actually determines your results. Add any variety from this collection to your Seedtime calendar, and the garden planning software will calculate seeding, transplanting, and harvest windows based on your specific location and frost dates. You can start planning for free, and if you want unlimited calendars and planning tools as your garden grows, compare Seedtime's plans to find the right fit. Seedtime members also get up to 20% off every order, so buying seeds for sale here goes further season after season.
Frequently Asked Questions
With this many options, how do I actually pick the right seeds for my garden?
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Use the filters for organic status, heirloom or open-pollinated type, days to maturity, and container-friendliness to narrow things down by what matters most to you. From there, the more important factor is timing. A variety that thrives in one climate can struggle in another if it's started or transplanted at the wrong time, so pairing your picks with a garden calendar based on your actual location and frost dates will do more for your results than the seed choice alone.
What's the difference between heirloom, hybrid, and open-pollinated seeds?
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Heirloom varieties are open-pollinated types passed down over generations that stay true to type when you save seed from them. Hybrids are bred by crossing two parent varieties for specific traits like disease resistance or yield, but won't grow true if you save and replant their seed. Open-pollinated varieties, heirloom or not, will produce plants similar to the parent when seed is saved. Which one is right for you depends on whether you want to save seed year to year and what traits matter most for your growing conditions.
Do all these seeds need to be started indoors, or can most be sown directly in the garden?
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It varies by crop. Fast-germinating, cold-hardy plants like lettuce, peas, and beans are usually direct sown, while longer-season crops like tomatoes and peppers typically need a head start indoors before your last frost date. Each listing includes days-to-germination and days-to-maturity details to help you judge which approach fits, and a garden calendar built around your frost dates will give you an exact starting window instead of a guess.
Are these seeds fresh, and will they actually germinate well?
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Yes, seed is sourced from reputable growers and stored properly before it ships, which supports strong germination. That said, even good seed can underperform if it's planted too early, too deep, or in soil that's too cold, so germination issues usually come down to timing and conditions rather than seed quality. Following the recommended depth and timing for each variety gives you the best shot at a strong stand.
Is it worth buying seeds here instead of a regular garden center?
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Pricing is competitive with other organic seed retailers, and Seedtime members get an additional 20% off every order, which adds up if you're buying seed for several crops each season. The bigger difference is that your seed purchases connect directly to a planning system, so you're less likely to end up with packets that go unused because you lost track of when to start them.