A genetically engineered plant is a plant that has had its DNA altered in a lab to produce a specific outcome. New DNA from an unrelated organism is inserted into plant cells using biotechnology techniques. These plants are also know as genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
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All stock is guaranteed to grow and be true to name. Any stock that fails to show growth will be replaced free of charge or refunded if reported before July 15. If your plant starts to leaf out but doesn’t…...
Bare-root plants such as blackberries, blueberries, currants, elderberries, gooseberries, raspberries, strawberries, grapes, and asparagus can be planted in early spring (late March to early April), as soon as the soil is thawed, workable, and not too wet. Because these plants are dormant,…...
Plant crowns as soon as possible. Crowns are fresh cut and do not store well. Rhubarb roots should be planted in early spring before soil heats. Ideally your soil should have high organic matter but low in manure based compost.…...
Keep plants cold and dormant until planting time. Easily stored up to 2 weeks. If the soil is not well drained create raised planting beds 12”-16” wide. Separate Red/Yellow raspberry plants from blackberry/black raspberry by 200 feet to avoid virus…...
Store bundles in refrigerator or cool dry location up to 2 weeks. Any surface mold will disappear when planted. Plant 14”-18” apart in rows 4’ apart. Purple varieties can be spaced closer. Plant in a trench with crown 3” to…...
When strawberry plants arrive, check the bundles. If they appear dry, moisten roots slightly and store in refrigerator in the plastic bag in which they were shipped. Do not put in a container of water. If storage conditions are not…...
Check the package when it arrives. If they appear dry, moisten roots slightly and store in refrigerator in the plastic bag in which they were shipped. Prune off any broken and damaged roots and shorten excessively long roots for convenience…...
When you receive your plants, immediately take them out of the box and spread them out in a cool, dry area. DO NOT PUT THEM IN WATER OR SOIL while waiting to plant. The plants are in a dormant state,…...
Berlin Seeds does not ship seeds internationally. Due to federal and international agricultural regulations, including export permitting and inspection requirements, seed orders are limited to shipment within the United States. Please contact us if you would like to make a special…...
Weight points are a weight score assigned to heavier or bulkier items. The higher the weight point value, the heavier or more oversized the product. Light items—such as seed packets—usually have no weight points listed. Weight points are used only on…...
The white pelleting material has no adverse effect on seed or soil. Just plant them shallow in the spacing you desire and keep them moist for good germination....
Emerge+ Seed Treatment is all-natural and works as an immune system booster, which helps the seedling emerge stronger, and fight off disease and decay. Emerge+ seed treatment contains non-food grade ingredients and seed should not be used for food, feed…...
Treated seed has undergone a process, either chemical, biological, or physical, to protect it from seed or soil borne pathogens and improve crop establishment. Treatments may include fungicides, pesticides, or methods like hot water to defend against pests and diseases…...
A genetically engineered plant is a plant that has had its DNA altered in a lab to produce a specific outcome. New DNA from an unrelated organism is inserted into plant cells using biotechnology techniques. These plants are also know…...
A hybrid vegetable is created when plant breeders intentionally cross-pollinate two different varieties of a plant, aiming to produce an offspring or hybrid, that contains the best traits of each of the parent plants. Cross-pollination is a natural process that…...
How experts define heirlooms can vary, but they are generally at least 40-50 years old. Most heirlooms come from seed that has been handed down for generations in a particular region or area, hand-selected by gardeners for a special trait.…...
Open-pollinated seeds come from plants that are naturally pollinated by wind, insects, birds, or other natural mechanisms, without deliberate human control over the process. Because the pollination occurs within the same variety, the seeds produced will generally grow into plants…...
Absolutely! Our team is happy to provide guidance on seed selection, soil health, and gardening best practices....
We offer a variety of soil amendments, including compost-based and organic fertilizers, tailored to different soil needs....
Yes! We carry a selection of organic seeds that meet rigorous quality standards for natural and sustainable gardening....
Our seeds are stored in a climate-controlled environment and undergo regular germination testing to maintain high-quality standards....
