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Kabocha Squash — also known as Japanese Pumpkin — is a beloved winter squash with a hard, dark green exterior and exceptionally sweet, dry, deep or...
View full detailsMatt's Wild Cherry Tomato is a legendary heirloom discovered growing wild in the mountains of Hidalgo, Mexico — tiny, intensely flavored 1/2-inch f...
View full detailsHabanada Pepper is a genuinely remarkable development — all the complex, fruity, floral habanero flavor with absolutely zero heat. At 0 Scoville un...
View full detailsBaby Bear Pumpkin is the perfect family pumpkin — small enough for little hands to carry, beautiful enough to display on the front porch, and delic...
View full detailsWhite Scallop Squash is an ancient heirloom variety dating back to 1591 with uniquely flattened, scalloped fruits that ripen from pale green to cre...
View full detailsHailstone Radish is a crisp, globe-shaped white radish with firm flesh that holds its freshness and crunch exceptionally well after harvest — a qua...
View full detailsCurled Chervil — often called French Parsley — is the delicate, underappreciated herb of classical French cuisine with a subtle, elegant flavor tha...
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These varieties do well in containers and will add color and flavor to a sunny porch, patio, window box or rooftop.(6 packets)May include varieties...
View full detailsSpicy, peppery microgreens with the bold flavor arugula is known for. Ready to harvest in 16-25 days with vibrant green leaves and a signature bite...
View full detailsA vivid French heirloom — the fairytale pumpkin come to life — with brilliant orange-red, deeply ribbed, flattened fruits averaging 15–20 pounds. R...
View full detailsA stunning lacinato-type kale with distinctive blue-green, strap-shaped leaves and an upright, architectural form that stands out in any garden. Fl...
View full detailsTurkish Orange Eggplant is a genuinely striking heirloom with round, 4-inch fruits that ripen to a deep, vivid orange and hang from the plant looki...
View full detailsCalypso Bean — also known as Orca or Yin Yang bean for its striking black and white pattern — is a visually arresting heirloom with a creamy, mild ...
View full detailsDark Opal Basil is one of the most beautiful plants in the herb garden — the deep purple, almost black leaves have a rich, spicy-clove fragrance an...
View full detailsSan Marzano is Italy's most celebrated paste tomato — a DOP-protected heirloom from the volcanic soils near Naples whose elongated, plum-shaped fru...
View full detailsDeveloped by Clemson and Cornell, this improved version of Poinsett offers strong resistance to multiple diseases, making it ideal for growers in t...
View full detailsCold-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 detailsOld German Tomato is a magnificent bi-colored heirloom that produces jaw-dropping 2-pound fruits larger than salad plates, with a stunning marbled ...
View full detailsItalian Dandelion is not a true dandelion but a chicory grown for its elongated, mildly bitter, deeply nutritious leaves that pack as much iron as ...
View full detailsRose de Berne Tomato is a prized Swiss heirloom with exceptional flavor — the medium-sized, round, rosy-pink fruits have a rich, sweet, complex cha...
View full detailsTropical Sunset Tomato is a beautiful bi-colored cherry heirloom with golden fruits traced with orangy-pink stripes that genuinely recall a tropica...
View full detailsBiquinho Yellow Piquillo Pepper is a unique and charming Brazilian heirloom whose small, elongated fruits taper to a distinctive pointed tip — earn...
View full detailsA cheerful, reliable black-eyed Susan producing masses of golden-yellow, daisy-like blooms with distinctive dark brown centers from midsummer throu...
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Jacob's Cattle Bean is a beautiful and ancient New England heirloom with a striking maroon and white mottled pattern and a rich, meaty flavor that ...
View full detailsAntigua Bean is a rare and richly flavored heirloom haricot variety with ivory-colored seeds and a hearty, complex taste that holds up beautifully ...
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 detailsGill's Golden Pippin Squash is a charming heirloom winter squash with compact, acorn-shaped fruits and vibrant golden-yellow skin that glows beauti...
View full detailsYellow Wonder Strawberry is a creamy-yellow Alpine variety with an extraordinary flavor that combines notes of pineapple, strawberry, and passionfr...
View full detailsIsabellina Zinnia is an elegant, soft-toned variety with densely petaled blooms in warm, buttery yellow — a sophisticated, muted palette that compl...
View full detailsDr. Wyche's Yellow Beefsteak is a legendary heirloom named for the Oklahoma circus owner who developed it, and the flavor is as memorable as the st...
View full detailsA true American heirloom cultivated in the 1920s, the Abe Lincoln tomato earns its honest name with a reliable, heavy harvest of large, deep red be...
View full detailsMushroom Basket Tomato is a striking and unusual heirloom with large, deeply ribbed, heavily lobed fruits in vibrant pink-red that create a distinc...
View full detailsChina Rose Radish is a beautiful and fast-maturing winter radish with deep crimson-red skin, oblong roots averaging about 3 inches, and crisp white...
View full detailsCubanelle Pepper — also known as the Italian frying pepper — is a mild, sweet, elongated pepper at 0–1,000 Scoville units with thin walls, a crisp ...
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 detailsDiamond Eggplant is a productive and beautiful heirloom with rich, deep purple fruits and a tender, mild green flesh that makes it one of the fines...
View full detailsPampas Plume Celosia is a spectacular cut and dried flower with eye-catching feathery plumes of scarlet, lemon yellow, cream, pink, and orange that...
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 detailsAvalanche Pea is a prolific snow pea variety that earns its dramatic name by producing an avalanche of flat, glossy, dark green pods with a sweet, ...
View full detailsGranny Cantrell's Tomato carries a beautiful story — seeds gifted by a World War II soldier were lovingly cultivated for generations by Lettie Cant...
View full detailsArkansas Traveler is a beloved heirloom that has been growing in Ozark Mountain gardens since before the 1900s, prized by generations of home garde...
View full detailsRoselle Hibiscus is a magnificent tropical plant with vivid crimson calyces used across the world to make the tangy, jewel-red hibiscus tea — known...
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.