Are your seeds GMO (Genetically Modified Organism/Genetically Engineered)?
No. We have signed the Safe Seed Pledge and have had our seeds verified to be free of GMOs by a third party, The Non-GMO Verified Project.
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How many of your seeds are organic, heirloom, or native?
We currently carry 238 organic, 349 heirloom, and 29 native varieties.
How does Botanical Interests define "heirloom"?
Botanical Interests considers open-pollinated varieties over 50 years old to be heirloom.
Do your seeds contain neonicotinoids or other pesticides?
No. Our seeds are not treated with neonicotinoids or other pesticides, or anything else.
Can I use past-date seed?
Botanical Interests guarantees satisfaction on all of our seeds through the date printed on the back of each packet. Germination rates may vary for seeds past this date. If using past-date seeds, we recommend sowing at twice the suggested rate.
What is the best way to store unused seed for future plantings?
Store opened or unopened seed packets in a cool, dry, and dark place until your next sowing.
Do you sell seed in bulk?
Botanical Interests does not sell seeds in bulk. Seed packet weights or counts are provided on each product page, and we do not sell in smaller or larger increments.
How many seeds are in a packet?
All of the seed packet information is available in our catalog. We are working to get all of the information from our catalog input over to our website; however, this is a long process, and some information is still unavailable on the site. We apolog
Cover Crop Coverage Area
Cover Crop Coverage:Common Buckwheat: covers approximately 165 square feetCrimson Clover: covers approximately 178 square feetFava Bean: covers approximately 32 square feetHairy Vetch: covers approximately 60 square feetLacy Phacelia: covers approxim
How to Read a Seed Packet
Seed Packets by Gardeners for Gardeners. Every Botanical Interests seed packet is designed to help gardeners succeed. Featuring gorgeous botanical artists' renderings of each variety, each packet is like a mini-encyclopedia, full of information insid