Hybrid, Heirloom, Organic, Non-GMO - Understanding Seeds

Seeds are described as hybrid, heirloom, organic, non-GMO, and open pollinated. The different seed terminology can be confusing, but that confusion can be cleared up by understanding the basics of each of those terms.
Plants are generally either hybrid or open pollinated. Heirlooms are plants that have a lineage of at least 50 years. Organic gardening is a way of gardening and certified organic seeds are one option to begin plants. GMO seed is not likely to appear in your store or ever find their way to your garden. Pelleted seeds allow for easier sowing through an all-natural seed coating.

[@Jamescityboygardening]

This gentlemen is a true master gardener he gives back his knowledge to this community, he lives the master gardener class. Thank you for Gardener Scott for freely giving your knowledge expertise.

[@OldSchoolPrepper]

I've collected seeds for years, been gardening for more than 30 years...and I learned a couple new things. Thanks!

[@OrtoInScatola]

Finally someone who put in a single video all this information! Took me a long time to get to understand the differences. This video should be mandatory for all new gardeners to watch

[@GardenerScott]

Thanks so much, Francesco.

[@patriciarussell8450]

You are the bomb. I love your teaching method, you make it so easy, I binge watch you when I do my worms. You are very relaxing and It is great I think for newbies to easily understand our gardening stuff, thanks again, keep those videos coming!

[@patriciarussell8450]

Another night with just you and the worms, 104 today and added snowflakes from the fires keep falling.

[@noninoni9962]

Now, you've sparked my curiousity about commercial GMO seeds (lol... I wondered what the "O" was for)... ...What they're all about--- the Pros & Cons and, how it affects the fruits/veggies that we EAT, and our health risks vs. the Big Agriculture's profits... Thanks for passing along your knowledge, and "dummying it down" for those like me!! Since the "GMO Pandemic" (closed home improvement stores and couldn't buy Miracle Grow), I've started to grow "Organically," whether it be in my extremely small areas of landscape plantings (to keep a controlling, narcissist neighbor from complaining), or the flowering plants in bricked up flowerbeds-slash--veggie garden (tomatoes, peppers, onions)... I was forced, initially, into quitting the use of expensive, pre-made, bagged potting soil, and I'm learning the "art" of how to make my very own "Super Soil" on the cheap (although, I had to buy some ingredients after stores finally opened back up)... My brain about shut down when I gave up chemical, commercially-made synthetic fertilizers, and decided to learn how to go "full-on organic," which is cheaper in the long run, especially for health reasons... So, it's been a massive learning curve this past few years, to include making my own compost heaps (not just a pile of weeds, clippings, and Amazon boxes, waiting for garbage pick-up day), an endeavor not unlike collecting ingredients for a great dinner recipe, and gets easier and easier as time goes by... Whoever said, "Old dogs can't learn new tricks," don't know us proud, stubborn, Senior Citizens!! Especially with the increased cost of produce nowadays.

[@noninoni9962]

I live in central Florida so relying on "hybrids," that can withstand our hot & humid, monsoonish climate -- and all the issues that comes with it -- is almost a necessity... Especially if I want to grow tomatoes other than the everglade cherry tomatoes... This next season I'll concentrate on research and buying from LOCAL seed companies, instead of the seeds and seedlings from Big Corporate Home Improvement Stores. Thanks for the info!!

[@tandytsirogiannis7309]

Thank for sharing your knowledge gardener Scott. Appreciated

[@anowaraakterambeguiahossai2828]

Very informative and clear . Thank you . I'm watching from Philippines.

[@Partimehero36]

I realize this video is older, but man, I do wish KZbin had shown me this one before I bought my seeds. No regrets, but it would have helped. I will definitely use this knowledge for next year!

[@Justice_King]

Thanks a lot for this comprehensive explanation and sharing for gardening community.

[@nawfalwaraqa3238]

I never comment on videos normally But you deserve a big thanks for this video Thank you God bless🙂

[@towardsgoodchange]

Mashallah u clarified my confusion I am new to gardening

[@imari2305]

Very informative. Thank you for taking the time to explain the difference. I wasn't so sure about hybrids but now I know.

[@aghilehmahdipanah9400]

what a good explanation, I was really confused about the types of seed but finally after watching this video I got it.

[@dannyprice5219]

Thanks Scott, very informative video. Just the information I was looking for!

[@jamakin5]

You are a amazing teacher. Thank you so much Scott

[@GardenerScott]

Thank you. You are very welcome.

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[@kmiller6002]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us 💯💯

[@schoolbeginsaftercoffee4759]

Most informative video on seeds that I have ever come across! thanks!

[@kroot9966]

Yes, thank you for the knowledge and direction. I am happy to learn/listen and thankful you are will to teach/explain. 🙂👍 Blessings to you, your family, and your garden. 😊

[@GardenerScott]

Thank you for such a nice comment.

[@terrimoore9493]

Very informational. Wonderful job in making things easy to understand. Thank you Sir!

[@jonniricard5383]

Thank you for another clear, easy to understand and use video for us!

[@constancekelley4133]

Thank you for the way you explain and describe everything! I enjoy the clear way in which you speak...makes things much easier for newbies

[@GardenerScott]

You're welcome, Constance. I'm so glad it helped.

[@rafikbain4688]

Very insightful video. Thank you gardener Scott.

[@abc-qv1pe]

A very thorough overview of the different types of seeds, thanks a lot.

[@michaelmarchione3408]

You explained it very well. There shouldn't be any confusion now. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to you and your family. Take care!

[@vigneshsan7976]

Nice explanation and informative! Clears up all the different name i see on seed packets . Thanks

[@dianac2596]

I enjoyed this video so much. Learned a lot now I can order seeds online and know what I’m ordering. Very helpful. Thank you. 👍

[@sandrostutz6143]

I love learning about gardening while listening to Jeff Bridges! Honestly though: Awesome video, as always!

[@julliana2ify]

Very thoroughly explained and educational. Thank you so much💕

[@theakiikidairies2405]

thank you so much for the clarity. I was recently given Amranthus F1 Hybrid and was hesitant to plant

[@IMissMrKitty]

Thank you very much! Very well explained. I'm relieved that we don't have to buy Organic to be able to avoid GMO. I'd definitely prefer to buy Organic but at this time I can't afford it.

[@elcochipit]

nice video, thank for share

[@stevelirette5421]

Very Informative Scott. I think its time to start shopping

[@GardenerScott]

Yes, it is. Enjoy.

[@jessicagarrison1385]

I like your style Scott! Thank you!!

[@GardenerScott]

Jessica, I appreciate that. I'm glad you like it. :)

[@gracecunningham7441]

Excellently stated. Thank you, Grace

[@djurgens76]

exactly the video I was looking for, thankyou for sharing with us.

[@saltlifess6226]

Excellent explanation!

[@timothyk9086]

Hey thats the cherry hybrid I got! Couldn't resist when I saw it in-store. Thanks for the informational video

[@GardenerScott]

You're very welcome.

[@benjaminscott51]

Thanks so much for clearing this up. I really appreciate it!!

[@ryanwinfield8582]

Very informative. Didn't know what some of these terms meant by definition

[@Justadude1904]

Thank you for this! New to gardening & this video was awesome! Super helpful. 🙏🏻

[@waterdragon5418]

You are a great teacher.

[@GardenerScott]

Thank you! 😃

[@women.solo.traveller]

Very good information 🙏👌💐🙂

[@daughterofgod777]

Thank you for making this video. You made everything so easy to understand.

[@GardenerScott]

Thanks. I'm glad it was helpful.

[@charlesbryson7295]

Very informative. Debra.

[@jwstanley2645]

Thanks for the clarification.

[@carolynsmith5259]

Thank you for explaining

[@ForTheLoveOfHomes]

Thanks for the informative video! There is a lot to learn to be a master gardener.

[@nidiatorres2201]

Thank you for the explanation , now I know what to buy

[@wyodutch7992]

Very Good Info, Thank You. I Wondered what they all meant.

[@poptartdude24]

The bob Ross of gardening. I love it

[@paige5534]

This was absolutely fascinating to learn. Thank you!

[@GardenerScott]

Glad it was helpful!

[@floridasaltlife]

Great informative content.. !!!

[@stephenluna7932]

I was very confused about this thank you

[@GardenerScott]

You're welcome.

[@mikee32671]

Hi Just found your KZbin Page and I really like it alot, I was wondering how you put together some of your raised beds. do you have a video on any of these that might explain the type of lumber and how you put together. ? Thank you for sharing all your knowledge and experiences.

[@GardenerScott]

Thanks, Mike. I don't have a video yet, but when the weather warms a bit I'll be adding some new beds and I'll do a video that will show both wood ones and cinder block ones. The beds in my videos so far are all constructed in the same basic way. I use basic pine or fir boards 2" x 12" or 2" x 10". In the school garden I used organic wood preserver too, but not at home. I use either a 2" x 2" or 4" x 4" in the corners and screw the boards to it to make a rectangle 4' x 8'. For taller beds the boards are stacked on top of each other. Cedar is a better choice for wood beds because it resists decay, but it does cost more. On my gardenerscott.com website I have some articles and a slideshow that shows how I put together some beds. Hope this helps.

[@mikee32671]

@@GardenerScott Thanks for your time and I will be waiting on these videos My grandson and I really like your channel.

[@GardenerScott]

That's great, Mike. I think getting kids involved with gardening is very important. I'm shooting a video with my grandkids this weekend and hope to post it next week. Thanks for watching.

[@ksm2242]

Very clear explanation, thank you.

[@GardenerScott]

You're welcome. Thank you for your comment.

[@mrmudcatslim1004]

KZbin now SO DAMN WOKE. I like my favorite content creators. I like this guy. I hate KZbin. Move to a better platform and I will follow you.

[@a.c.6361]

I have been watching your series of videos on seeds and growing them You discuss basic information that really helped me understand exactly what I need to know about gardening. I would like to know how to preserve remaining seeds and how long will they stay healthy?

[@GardenerScott]

I'm glad you've enjoyed the videos. Thanks. For the best long-term storage, seeds should be cool and dry. Store the seeds in a container that will stay dry, even when exposed to moisture. I like to use small jars and then I'll put in a leftover silica packet (like the kind that comes in boxes of electronic equipment); if you don't have any of those, a few grains of dried rice will achieve the same result. Temperatures below 50 and humidity below 50% are ideal. About the only place most people have that meets those parameters is the refrigerator; if you have room you can store them there. I keep my seeds in a cool room in the basement. How long they'll last varies quite a bit. Onion seeds might only be good for one year, while tomatoes can easily last five years. Generally, you can expect most seeds to stay viable about three years. Past that point you will still have some of the seeds germinate, but the successful germination percentage will drop with every subsequent year. I try to save many of the seeds from my garden and I'll typically do so on a two-year cycle so my seeds aren't older than two years before I replace them with newer ones. Hope this helps.

[@SA-wb1jb]

Some people binge-watch series' on TV. I binge watch Gardener Scott on KZbin :)

[@GardenerScott]

Thanks, Shelley. I wish I could get you some popcorn.

[@tonidinov4254]

Good explanation, tanks.

[@asc3998]

Thank you for clearing that up. I too bought some heirloom, some hybrid - plants, so I have several different heirlooms. My concern now is how far apart so I need to keep the different heirlooms to eliminate the possibility of cross pollination? I want to save the seeds if I like the tomatoes.

[@GardenerScott]

To eliminate the possibility you need to plant quite far apart, but tomatoes almost always self-pollinate so there is little risk of cross-pollination. My plants are about 18-24 inches apart and I save the seeds.

[@BB-br4qh]

Thanks Scott

[@auraroldan1420]

Great video. Thanks!!

[@greatgardensforall]

This is so great, thank you! planning my garden now and about to buy some seeds. You recommended rareseeds, any other places you prefer for seed shopping? both flower and veggies.

[@GardenerScott]

Thanks for the question. I particularly like Territorial Seed, Seed Savers Exchange, and Botanical Interests. Johnnie's Seed and Annie's Seed also offer a lot. I usually order both flower and vegetable seeds each year, and all these catalogs offer both. It just becomes a choice of which to order from which company. Have fun with it.

[@mazheruddinmohammed4237]

Nice explained thanks.

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[@loganatordude3669]

If I buy one packet of hybrid tomato seeds, then pollinate one of the plants with another, all from the same packet, would they bear true hybrids like the parents? Basically inbreeding two hybrids from same packet. Would that allow me to get true hybrids like what I originally purchased or are the genetics still unstable?

[@GardenerScott]

No, you cannot expect hybrids to bear true even when pollinating hybrids with each other. The genetics are still unstable and you'll be multiplying the instability.

[@brandengillette7794]

This was excellent information I wish that many more people were to watch this video. But I just have one question. About making hybrids true to type over time? By selecting seed from one of the odd results and growing it over many (8-11) successive generations by choosing the same or close to the result you were hoping for. And repeating trials because seeds May result in some random percent of sterility? Wouldn't one then be able to make a new vegetable that may be open pollinated true to type?

[@GardenerScott]

Good question. It usually takes fewer generations for a hybrid to become true. I've seen research that shows if a variety holds true for five generations it can be considered stable.

[@mammacass5311]

Wow you totally made that make sense!!! Thank you. I asked a similar question in another video, is it correct that you need to have planted open pollinated seeds to seed save?

[@GardenerScott]

Yes, to get non-hybrid seed that will grow into the desired plant, open-pollinated plants are necessary.

[@marystrutt8042]

Thank you

[@plantgurugangsta7299]

this is an excellent explanation but im still confused 😕 lol. Particularly about organic vs non organic...you said "it produces the same product" but does it? Are there any potential "non organic"(possibly toxic) pesticides used on them and would it mean those compounds could be in the final product? Or..? ive been trying to figure out, if a seed is "non organic" but the person planting it only uses organic resources on the plant, is it basically organic?? Or does it have potential GLYPHOSATES in the crop now becuz the seed was riddled with them?🤔 someone explain! Lol 😁🌽🍉🥦🍇🥬🥕

[@GardenerScott]

Standard pesticides used on parent plants won't affect the genetics of the seeds. They are not transferred. I feel that any seed that is planted and then grown using organic methods is basically "organic". Glyphosate will kill a plant before it develops seeds so that isn't a concern either. You're confusing it with information about commercial GMO seed with glyphosate. There is none, zero, no chance that home garden seeds you buy will have that problem.

[@wildedibles819]

You can always spent the money on organic to support them more support usually means lower price in the long run.... So buy organic but share seeds I always have too many and swap with others

[@GardenerScott]

I agree. That's why I buy from some of the smaller, family-run companies. It helps us all in the long run.

[@daytonagreg8765]

Dang that was Excellent! 🙏

[@truejoie]

Thank you so much! You cleared up a lot of confusion for me!

[@GardenerScott]

I'm glad it was helpful.

[@chrisripplinger]

Question, I bought watermelon seeds from HomeDepot, planted, harvested, and saved the seeds. I just planted those saved seeds. Will they produce watermelons? Or will the genetics be messed up? They were Ferry-Morse Crimson Sweet Watermelon seeds originally.

[@GardenerScott]

That is an open-pollinated, heirloom seed and should be okay.

[@hudson8865]

Thank you.

[@brightantwerp]

Thank you!

[@GardenerScott]

You're welcome!

[@dileepsatya1621]

Which one contains more nutrition values heirloom or hybrid ?

[@GardenerScott]

It could be either. It depends on the variety.

[@matthewleberfinger1515]

Do pelatized seeds take longer to geranate ?

[@GardenerScott]

They shouldn't. The coating dissolves quickly in moist soil.

[@articmars1]

Is there a video with a list of the seed companies you use?

[@GardenerScott]

I use many seed companies as I compare them. Here's a video on some of my favorites: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naiqg6uLi5qmY7c

[@articmars1]

@@GardenerScott thanks Mr Scott. I really appreciate your time. 😊

[@tandytsirogiannis7309]

How does one become an organic farmer

[@GardenerScott]

To be certified as organic you will need to follow specific regulations and inspections.

[@shortgeorge8272]

The fruit in stores around my area have zero to 3 seeds, the skin is leathery, the fruit is pulpy and tasteless... what do you call these...nuked?

[@GardenerScott]

They are often hybrids developed for easy transport and storage, not taste or seeds.

[@thebestofthebestsir47]

So you plant heirloom (open polliated), hybrid, organic seeds? Would you recommend to plant seeds or buy one already rooted small plant and purchase at store or nursery? Or both

[@GardenerScott]

I start almost everything from seed, but transplants can be good as well. Because I grow so many plants, seeds make more sense. For smaller gardens with limited plants, small plants from a nursery can make sense too.

[@thebestofthebestsir47]

@@GardenerScott okay thank you for the response and I enjoy your videos. I'm new to growing my own fruits and vegetables but I had one more question do you think I can grow successful fruits and vegetables in a food grade bucket?

[@GardenerScott]

Sure. I have grown and I know others who grow in 5-gallon buckets.

[@thebestofthebestsir47]

@@GardenerScott Awesome thanks 😎

[@carriekimble2994]

Gardener Scott, I have some carrots bush beans and some squash from ferry morse. They do not say hybrid but don't say OP or heirloom either. The packets came from Walmart. Do you know if I will be able to save the seeds for next year?

[@GardenerScott]

They should say if they are hybrid. If they are identified as F1 or F2, that is another term for hybrids. If there is no indication of hybrids, you can assume they are open pollinated and you can save the seeds.

[@carriekimble2994]

@@GardenerScott ty so much for ur reply. I love your videos! U r truely great at what u do. Carrie.

[@carriekimble2994]

@@GardenerScottI been watching you all morning lol! I have 2 more q's. I have some seeds that I dried and saved from a bell pepper I bought from an Aldi supermarket. Can I save seeds like this to plant in my garden? Would they be at risk for gmo properties? I don't think it was organic? 2nd, If I am planting things like garlic, hot peppers, or onions, in combination with other vegetables, will they change the taste of their neighbors. I know that planting hot peppers next to sweet peppers will make them all hot. Learned that the hard way last yr. I'm starting with square foot gardening and 4 raised beds this time.

[@GardenerScott]

@@carriekimble2994 You can save those seeds and there is very little chance they are GMOs. They are often hybrid plants so you may not get the same fruit if you plant them. Plants will not affect the flavor of other plants nearby. Hot peppers do not make sweet peppers hot. The genetics and how much water and nutrients they get determine whether they are hot or sweet. A lot of water can make a jalapeno less hot. Too little water can make a sweet pepper less sweet.

[@carriekimble2994]

@@GardenerScott thank you so much I think you are great! Have a nice week. Carrie

[@cararoby1947]

Scott if I save seeds from my organic garden that was planted with non organic seeds...will the saved seeds now be organic? Just thinking...thanks in advance...Cara in Indiana

[@GardenerScott]

That's a good question. The answer is based on how you want to define organic. Organic seeds are usually certified as organic and it takes a lot of time and money to earn that certification. By that definition, the seeds you save will not be organic unless you get certified. However, I feel that organic can also be a way to define a type of gardening. If the plants you grew to produce seeds weren't treated with pesticides and you practiced methods commonly referred to as "organic", then I think your seeds are organic. I practice organic gardening and as far as I'm concerned all of my saved seeds are organic.

[@cararoby1947]

Good answer...lol...I think so too......Cara in Indiana

[@janiecel]

Is it safe to just say heirloom plans give you the best assurance for future generations? Also, is it the case that if you buy heirloom seeds and save the seeds from your harvest, you can replant without buying seeds again?

[@GardenerScott]

Heirloom seeds offer great assurance for future generations. By saving heirloom seeds every year, you can continue to grow that plant for free. I grew an heirloom green bean variety for almost 15 years without ever buying new seeds.

[@janiecel]

Gardener Scott Thank you so much for your help!

[@ChristopherPisz]

If you can only count on one generation of hybrid seed bearing true, then how do the seed companies keep producing their hybrid? Do they maintain two different heirloom parents and simply keep from telling us what they are? Could we not do the same, if we knew what the parents of a particular hybrid were?

[@GardenerScott]

They need to cross pollinate the parent plants every year. You can do the same with parent plants and controlled pollination.

[@joybriseno2218]

Hello, I still have a question. One of the things ppl are concerned about when we go looking for ‘organic’ is that we want to avoid seeds that are produced via processes that include Glyphosate-the cancer-causing chemical in weed killers like Roundup. When you say that the difference between organic and non-organic is really just the same-you give taste as an example. Is it safe to say that non-organic seeds would be seeds that are a product of spraying the plants w chemical weed killers like glyphosate?

[@GardenerScott]

Any garden plants sprayed with glyphosate will die. The same with other herbicides. Non-organic seeds are not going to have any herbicide residue on or in them.

[@popeyegordon]

Some commercial seeds have that neonicotinoid seed coating to prevent crop failure by certain pests and blights. Not in garden stores. Coated seeds have bright colors that clearly look like a coating with something artificial.

[@wanismailwanyusoff9936]

😁😁 thank for the tips.

[@GardenerScott]

You're welcome. Enjoy gardening. :)

[@audreyherbest872]

Teach me!!!!

[@yennyjen5742]

Something I had never understand is organic vs not organic.. so you mean the plant of the organic seed was treated organically .. meanwhile a regular non organic seed was from a plant chemically treated? My question is if a plant was fertilized with chemical non organic products.. are the seeds safe for future generations of the same plant? Can It be considered organic?

[@GardenerScott]

Seeds are safe for future generations. Unless you are following government guidelines for a certified organic farm, you can decide which organic growing principles to follow in your garden.

[@yennyjen5742]

@@GardenerScott thank you for your reply. I recently started watching your videos.. I been watching them daily. I am your neighbor in Wyoming and trying to figure out how deal with our short growing season.. would love a video of that.. 😬 while dealing with small backyard in city..

[@yennyjen5742]

@@GardenerScott also.. Do you grow indoors during the winter? 🥶

[@GardenerScott]

I start most of my plants from seed in winter and early spring, but no regular indoor growing.

[@qwazy01]

Hi and Thank you! I'm new to seeds and this video was very helpful. My question is re: hybrid seeds, can they produce heirlooms? Pre 1950 no hybrids to produced (deliberately), but may have been created naturally before this date. What happens to these hybrids over time? And if their offspring produce wildcards which share one or some attributes of an heirloom how do we know for certain the heirloom seed is "true"?

[@GardenerScott]

Hybrids do develop naturally. Over generations some of the genetics will stabilize in the plant and the seeds will begin to produce "true". It usually takes at least four generations of being true for a seed to be considered as no longer a hybrid.

[@qwazy01]

@@GardenerScott Thank you for replying!

[@chefaaron77]

Every hybrid and every heirloom is technically a gmo. They have been genetically modified in one way or another, just not necessarily in the same way that factory farm seeds are.

[@GardenerScott]

You're right. Humans and nature have been modifying since the beginning.

[@Bryan-or2wf]

Did nature or man modify the seeds? Both did. It's a matter of choice which seeds you choose to grow. The concern I see is the patenting of seeds.

[@popeyegordon]

No there is a specific meaning around the world, in 100 languages, that GMO or OGM means laboratory altered DNA. In the most general and broad terms, all plant breeding means genetic modification but not conforming to the common designator will only cause confusion. GMO is not "factory farm seed". It is used around the world in farms large and small. More so for humanitarian projects.

[@Bryan-or2wf]

@@popeyegordon That is right Popeye, however the point is that many species have been modified by both humans and/or nature since the dawn of time. If you are specifically referring to the definition of GMO solely as a term referring to laboratory modified organisms you are correct. But once again not all genetically modified organisms meet that definition of laboratory modified. Ex. Corn, tomatoes, Brocolini, of many varieties are genetically modified but can be heirloom and also not GMO, but still genetically modified. If two species (open pollinated varieties) cross pollinate their offspring ie seeds can inherit characteristics of either parent, including recessive traits. Furthermore would we call a specific breed of dog a GMO? No, however a labrador retriever has been selectively bred to have certain desirable traits as opposed to say a boston terrier with other different desirable traits such as size, temperament, coat, etc.

[@binixx]

So it can be organic and GMO at the same time. That's why you have the non-GMO term, right?

[@GardenerScott]

GMO seeds are only used by industrial agriculture companies and non-GMO has become a marketing term for food companies. Gardening seeds will not be GMO, so you will not see an organic GMO seed.

[@binixx]

@@GardenerScott Ok, thank you!

[@popeyegordon]

The organic standard prohibits GMO seed but that is getting harder to justify all the time. Organic industry is competing with hydroponics growers and the new CRISPR gene editing technology that is more precise than GMO and that requires far less testing and permission to sell. In ten years there will be high performance CRISPR seed for gardeners that will be worth the price, it will out-perform 'organic' seed.

[@gamingrex2930]

My favourite anti-gmo argument is that they are unnatural. In that case, dont eat, wheat, rice, bananas, corn, carrot, any form of potato, tomatoes, apples and much much more.

[@johnjude2685]

Heipful, Thanks

[@jenecalaplant1752]

All the pelletier seeds I have bought have not come to fruition....it was all they had for carrots so I tried.....very disappointed. Hace u ever had problems w this. I even tried soaking them

[@GardenerScott]

Carrots often take a long time to germinate. You may have gotten a bad batch if none germinated.

[@garyg2]

I wish Open Pollinated varieties would properly be called "Inbred" more often Instead of incorrectly thinking hybrids are bad, we'd see a huge shift towards hybrids

[@GardenerScott]

That's an interesting perspective. If it generates positive hybrid PR, I'm for it. 🙂

[@garyg2]

@Mara A , you've proven my point. There's nothing inherently wrong with hybrids. Many people have this unfounded false idea that hybrids are bad, like it's some universal rule of thumb. But guess what? There are natural hybrids all over the place out in the wild, in fact they've contributed greatly to natural evolution over millions of years and human driven evolution over 1000s of years. Just about every seed you can buy, every plant you eat, no matter if they call it "open-pollinated" or "heirloom" or whatever other buzzword you prefer, started as a human-made hybrid long long ago. I'm not sure what point you think you're making with the lavender, but it's fallen flat. My point was that people have a stigma against hybrids, even though hybrids provide many benefits. Hybrids are also how many new open pollinated varieties are developed. Their bad rap is undeserved. If you raised chickens and allow them to inbreed, you couldn't sell them if you called them "inbred" could you? There's plenty of inbreeding in livestock nobody likes to talk about. But nobody bats an eye around inbred plants because we've avoided calling them "inbred" - instead we call them "open pollinated" or "heirloom" but they are, in fact, inbred.

[@helpwithfoodstorage5943]

Organic, Non GMO Seeds, Heirloom.

[@paulcormier1044]

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