The Best Heirloom and Non-GMO Vegetable Seeds
If you are shopping for heirloom and non-GMO vegetable seeds, Madeline's carries open-pollinated seed collections you can save and replant year after year. Every variety below is labeled heirloom, non-GMO, and open-pollinated by the grower, so the plants come true from seed and were not produced with genetically modified material. These picks suit home gardeners who want dependable, time-tested vegetables for beds, raised gardens, and containers.
Heirloom seeds are varieties that have been passed down and kept stable over many generations. Because they are open-pollinated rather than hybrid, you can collect seed from your best plants and grow the same vegetable again next season. None of the collections below are sold as certified organic, so if a USDA Organic label matters to you, check the individual product page before buying.
The best heirloom and non-GMO vegetable seeds at Madeline's
10 Tomato Seed Collection
Ten heirloom and garden-favorite tomatoes spanning slicing, paste, canning, and salad types in red, yellow, purple, and green. A good single-purchase way to compare flavors across a full season. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $11.98.
12-Variety Heirloom Pepper Seed Collection
Twelve non-GMO hot and sweet pepper varieties for cooking, preserving, and fresh eating, ranging from mild bells to fiery chilies. Suited to garden beds and containers. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $13.98.
Cucumber Seed Collection
Five heirloom cucumbers covering slicing, pickling, and compact container types, including Armenian, Lemon, and National Pickling. Good for salads, snacking, and fermenting. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $8.98.
Squash Seed Collection
Five productive heirloom varieties spanning both summer and winter squash: round zucchini, straightneck yellow summer squash, butternut, spaghetti, and acorn. Full-sun annuals for a long harvest window. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $8.98.
Root Vegetable Seed Collection
A six-pack of cool-season roots: Danvers Carrot, Purple Top Turnip, French Breakfast Radish, White Kohlrabi, American Purple Rutabaga, and Detroit Golden Beet. Hardy crops for spring and fall sowing. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $11.98.
Salsa Garden Seed Collection
Five heirloom, non-GMO varieties that grow the core ingredients for homemade red or green salsa, including tomato, pepper, onion, and cilantro. A focused theme garden for cooks. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $8.98.
Italian Seed Collection
Six classic heirloom vegetables for Italian cooking: Romanesco Broccoli, Black Beauty Eggplant, Lacinato Kale, Lolla Rossa Lettuce, Marconi Red Pepper, and Roma Tomato. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $11.98.
Rare Exotic Vegetable & Fruit Seeds
A six-variety heirloom pack of unusual plants: Romanesco Broccoli, Watermelon Radish, Lemon Cucumber, Purple Vienna Kohlrabi, Opal Basil, and a tender melon. For gardeners who want something different. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $11.98.
Barbecue Vegetable Seed Collection
Six heirloom varieties chosen for the grill, including corn and peppers, so you can harvest cookout ingredients straight from the garden through summer. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $9.98.
Asian Vegetable Seed Collection
Six heirloom, non-GMO greens, herbs, and roots used in stir-fries, soups, and pickles, including bok choy and daikon. Chosen for ease of growth and dependable germination. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $9.98.
20-Variety Vegetable Garden Starter Seed Collection
A beginner-friendly set of 20 non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom vegetables chosen for reliable growth and balanced seasonal coverage. A practical starting point for a first full garden. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $19.98.
Drought-Tolerant Vegetable Seeds Variety Pack
Ten heat-resilient heirloom vegetables and herbs chosen to handle dry conditions, full sun, and varied soils across many U.S. zones. Useful where water is limited. From SurvivalGardenSeeds. $12.98.
How to choose heirloom vegetable seeds
Match the variety to your space and season first. Cool-season roots and greens go in early spring or fall, while peppers, tomatoes, and squash want full sun and warm soil. If you plan to save seed, stick with open-pollinated heirlooms like these rather than hybrids, since heirloom seed comes true from one generation to the next. Themed collections (salsa, Italian, barbecue) are an easy way to plant a focused garden, while a starter or variety kit spreads your harvest across many crops. Check days-to-maturity and your local frost dates on each product page so the harvest lands within your growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Are these vegetable seeds non-GMO?
Yes. Every collection on this page is labeled non-GMO and open-pollinated by the grower. Open-pollinated seeds are pollinated by natural means and grow true to type, so saved seed produces the same variety the following year.
Are heirloom seeds the same as organic seeds?
No. Heirloom describes the variety and its breeding history, while organic refers to how the seed crop was grown and certified. The seeds here are heirloom and non-GMO, but they are not sold as certified organic. If you need a USDA Organic label, confirm it on the individual product page before ordering.
Can I save and replant seeds from heirloom vegetables?
Yes. Because heirloom varieties are open-pollinated, you can collect seed from healthy plants and replant it. Keep different varieties of the same crop separated if you want to avoid cross-pollination and keep a strain pure.
When should I plant these seeds?
It depends on the crop. Cool-season vegetables like carrots, radishes, and kale are sown in early spring or late summer, while warm-season crops like tomatoes, peppers, and squash are planted after the last frost. Each product page lists planting timing and days to maturity.
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