Choosing the right seeds and following basic gardening practices can greatly improve your garden's success. Open-pollinated (OP) seeds are perfect for those who want to save seeds season to season, as they grow true to the parent plant. Hybrid (F1) seeds, bred for traits like higher yields or disease resistance, don’t produce consistent offspring, so they’re not ideal for saving.

Key Concepts:

• Days to Maturity: Approximate time for plants to mature after planting.
• Certified Organic: Seeds grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.
• Non-GMO: All seeds from West Coast Seeds are non-genetically modified, ensuring natural growth.

Organic Gardening Essentials

Organic gardening uses natural methods to promote plant health, soil quality, and pest control. Companion planting pairs plants that naturally benefit each other. Crop rotation prevents nutrient depletion and reduces disease risk. Other practices like composting and cover cropping further support a thriving, sustainable garden.