Does Burpee sell organic seeds?

As America’s most trusted supplier of vegetable and flower seeds and plants, Burpee has always supplied home gardeners with safe, non-GMO hybrids and tried-and-true heirloom seeds. Burpee’s certified organic varieties are recognized as organic under the Oregon Tilth Certification, a subsidiary of USDA regulatory.

Is Burpee seeds still in business?

In 1991, the Burpee company was acquired by George Ball, Inc., a diversified horticultural family business. The seeds Burpee produces are almost exclusively grown in California. In March 2019, James Mattikow was named the company’s president and CEO.

Are Burpee Seeds good quality?

Burpee’s Heirloom & Organic Seeds These seeds, much like other types of heirlooms, are considered valuable and have been saved for even hundreds of years. Heirloom seeds are typically known for their rich flavor and they are often used in a small home or farm production.

Where is Burpee Seeds located?

To this day, our historic home at Fordhook Farm in rural Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is a trial ground for coming breakthrough varieties. Our longtime slogan says it best: Burpee Seeds Grow. Our seeds germinate up to 35% over required state and federal minimums and are always non-GMO.

Can you trust Burpee Seeds?

Burpee carries both flower and vegetable seeds and is a brand you can trust. While picking up your seeds, you’ll need to grab a good seed starter mix. It is important to remember that seeds, although ok started in the ground outside when the temps are right, are not to be started in regular old topsoil or potting mix indoors.

Are Burpee Seeds non-GMO?

Burpee has always supplied safe, non-GMO hybrids, tried and true heirloom seeds, as well as certified organic varieties that are recognized as organic under the Oregon Tilth Certification, a subsidiary of USDA regulatory.

How do you plant a flower seed?

Dig up the soil in the area you wish to plant your seeds, to a depth of 6 inches. If you have poor or clay-based soil, add compost to the soil mix. Moisten the soil, but do not add so much water that it is sopping. Follow the directions on the back of the seed packet as to how deep to plant your particular flower seeds.