New for the 2025 season. Five new tomatoes & peppers bred for direct outdoor sowing in your garden, in any region.
Easy-growing, direct-sowing revolutionary hybrids with early and abundant harvests.


Burpee Garden Sown™ Groundswell Tomato 

Burpee Garden Sown™ Rain Drops Tomato

Burpee Garden Sown™ Groundfather Pepper

Burpee Garden Sown™ Lavaland Pepper

Burpee Garden Sown™ Sow Sweet Pepper


Try them today!

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Will the cold weather during transit affect the germination of the seeds?

Cold weather does not affect the viability of our seeds, provided they are kept dry during transit.


The most important factor in maintaining seed quality is moisture. Seeds that are wet or exposed to moisture during shipping are at risk of developing mold or mildew, which could impact their ability to germinate. However, we take great care to ensure that all our seeds are thoroughly dried and processed before shipping. This means that, even in colder weather, the seeds will not be adversely affected by the low temperatures.   

We have shipped seeds in various climates and conditions, and have not encountered any issues related to cold weather. This leads us to emphasize the importance of confirming whether the seeds were exposed to moisture during delivery. If the seeds are dry, they will maintain their quality and germination potential, regardless of the external temperature.

 If you receive your seeds and notice that they are damp or appear to have been exposed to moisture, please contact Customer Service. Moisture is the only factor that could compromise the seeds, and we want to ensure that any concerns are addressed promptly.  

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