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These bite-sized fruits, ranging from 3/8 to 5/8 inches, have a delicious flavor reminiscent of pineapple and ripen to a vibrant pineapple yellow. ...
View full detailsA favorite fall radish (Raphanus sativus), Misato Rose features green and white skin with beautiful rose and white flesh that is stunning when slic...
View full detailsCilantro (Coriander sativum) is a versatile herb widely used in cuisines from around the world, with every part of the plant — leaves, roots, flowe...
View full detailsBlizzard Pea lives up to its dramatic name with a truly prolific harvest of slender, neon-green, 3-inch pods that arrive in pairs for efficient pic...
View full detailsIvan Tomato is a Missouri family heirloom rescued from obscurity when the farming family that had cultivated it for generations was no longer able ...
View full detailsCipollini Onion is the beloved flat, disc-shaped Italian onion with a spicy, nutty aroma and a natural sweetness that caramelizes magnificently in ...
View full detailsCal-Sweet Watermelon is a picturesque classic with beautiful dark green striped skin and sweet, brilliant red flesh that delivers the quintessentia...
View full detailsBlack Diamond Watermelon is a bold and dramatic heirloom with deep, dark green-almost-black skin and brilliant, sweet red flesh that can grow to a ...
View full detailsAn AAS award-winning dwarf snap pea with compact, self-supporting vines and exceptional early production — perfect for small gardens and containers...
View full detailsDragon's Tongue Bean is a visually striking Dutch heirloom bush bean with waxy, bright yellow pods splashed with vivid purple streaks — one of the ...
View full detailsThis Texas heirloom stands out with striking visual appeal and delightful flavor, with plants growing to 6 feet tall showcasing vibrant red and gre...
View full detailsMarshmallow Plant is the original source of the ancient Egyptian confection that inspired marshmallows — long before gelatin and sugar, the roots a...
View full detailsMoneymaker Tomato is a beloved English garden kitchen classic with a true, traditional tomato flavor that makes it a must-have for anyone who grew ...
View full detailsA stunning romaine-type lettuce with bright green leaves splashed in vivid red spots and freckles — as beautiful as it is delicious. Crisp, upright...
View full detailsBodacious Sweet Corn earns its name with a bold, intensely sweet flavor and remarkably juicy, tender kernels that deliver a satisfying summer corn ...
View full detailsMaxibel Haricot Bean is a premium French filet bean grown at the finest restaurants and by home gardeners who know the difference between a great b...
View full detailsCinnamon Basil has a delightful spicy cinnamon fragrance, making it perfect for use in tea or potpourri. Its aromatic qualities make it a lovely an...
View full detailsDiamond Bell Pepper is a beautiful and productive sweet pepper with classic three-lobed bell fruits that ripen from a clean, glistening white throu...
View full detailsButterneck Squash is a rare Canadian heirloom and close cousin to butternut squash, with a distinctively slim neck, unique crookneck shape, and ric...
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Blue Shelling Pea is a charming dual-purpose variety with striking dark, royal purple pods that can be harvested young as a crisp snow pea or left ...
View full detailsOne of the earliest maturing asparagus beans, Liana is day-neutral and performs well in both northern and southern climates, making it suitable for...
View full detailsLong Pie Pumpkin is a remarkable heirloom cross between a butternut squash and a pie pumpkin — the elongated, 14–16 inch fruits weighing 8–10 lbs c...
View full detailsBaby Boo is an irresistibly charming miniature white pumpkin with perfectly round, deeply ribbed fruits weighing just 12–16 ounces each — a ghostly...
View full detailsEvening Sunflower is a warm, richly colored variety that blazes with gorgeous burnt orange and rusty red bicolored blooms — like a summer sunset ca...
View full detailsHollow Crown Parsnip is a lesser-known but deeply rewarding root vegetable with a flavor reminiscent of both potato and carrot — sweet, earthy, and...
View full detailsCimmaron Lettuce is a stunning romaine variety with upright heads of rich ruby-red and deep purple leaves that are as beautiful on the plate as the...
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Looking for a simple way to start your garden? These varieties can be directly seeded into your garden or pots and are easy to grow and rewarding t...
View full detailsKandy Korn Sweet Corn lives up to its candy-sweet name — the plump, golden-yellow kernels on well-filled ears are extraordinarily sugary with a gen...
View full detailsRhinish Pickle Cucumber is a traditional heirloom variety prized for its role in authentic German-style pickling recipes — the vibrant green, disti...
View full detailsRuby Red Swiss Chard is a stunning blood-red plant with dark green leaves that's as beautiful in the garden as it is versatile in the kitchen — the...
View full detailsBull's Blood Beet is a dual-purpose heirloom grown as much for its spectacular, deep burgundy foliage as for its roots — the dark, dramatic leaves ...
View full detailsA fiery, red-hot seasoning pepper, the Cayenne Long Red produces fruits that grow to about ½ x 3–5 inches and can be used fresh or dried, making th...
View full detailsGerman Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) features sweet-scented flowers used to make chamomile tea, which has a distinctive apple-like flavor and fra...
View full detailsDelicious Tomato is a record-holder in every sense — it set the world record in 1987 for the largest tomato ever grown at 7 pounds 12 ounces, and t...
View full detailsA cheerful, branching sunflower producing abundant 4–5 inch blooms in soft, buttery lemon-yellow with dark centers — a refined, sophisticated sunfl...
View full detailsNothing brightens a day like the dazzling face of a sunflower! Plant this curated assortment in a sunny spot and enjoy a kaleidoscope of orange, re...
View full detailsRoma II Bush Bean is a vigorous, disease-resistant heirloom producing flat, broad, green 5–6 inch pods with a tender, meaty texture and a clean, mi...
View full detailsAn ornamental dark purple basil introduced in 1962 and honored as an All-America Selections winner, this variety is not only striking in the garden...
View full detailsGiant Noble Spinach is a 1926 heirloom that has been a favorite in home gardens for nearly a century, and for good reason — the large, tender, dark...
View full detailsLarge Red Cherry Tomato is the classic, dependable cherry tomato that northern growers have relied on for generations — offering full-sized tomato ...
View full detailsChadwick Cherry Tomato is a prolific powerhouse that produces mind-blowing quantities of small, bright red, grape-sized fruits with an acidic, snap...
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An exceptionally productive habanero producing large, lantern-shaped fruits with the characteristic wrinkled, deeply orange skin and intensely frui...
View full detailsSugar Beet is a remarkable specialty crop with exceptionally high sugar content — these creamy-white roots are the primary commercial source of tab...
View full detailsCinnamon Basil is a captivating aromatic herb with dark green leaves, purple stems, and a genuinely warm, spicy-sweet fragrance that mingles cinnam...
View full detailsMayo Indian Amaranth (Amaranthus cruentus), originating from Sonora, Mexico, is a robust variety known for its sturdy stalks and vigorous growth, r...
View full detailsWhite Egg Turnip is a uniquely and charmingly shaped heirloom with smooth, white, egg-shaped roots that are visually delightful and genuinely mild ...
View full detailsSprout & Microgreen Mix is a ready-to-grow blend that produces a delicious and extraordinarily nutritious harvest in days — simply scatter the ...
View full detailsEgyptian Spinach — once a staple in the diets of ancient pharaohs — is a nutritional powerhouse with thick, dark green leaves high in vitamins, min...
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.