organic seeds

Chemical-free garden starters

Organic seeds come from plants grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetic modification, following certified organic farming standards.

Gardeners and farmers seek them to maintain organic integrity from the start of cultivation: She only plants organic seeds in her vegetable garden.

The term distinguishes them from conventionally produced seeds, though the plants grown from either may be raised organically.

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genetic modification status

organic seedsGMO seeds

Laboratory-modified planting material

seed origin and heritage

organic seedshybrid seeds

Seeds from cross-pollinated plants

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