What is a Heirloom Seed?
An heirloom plant, heirloom variety, heritage fruit, or heirloom vegetable is an old cultivar of a plant used for food that is grown and maintained by gardeners and farmers, particularly in isolated communities of the Western world
Where Can I Buy Heirloom Seeds In South Africa?
Livingseeds Heirloom Seeds (Pty) Ltd
Address: 26 Herring Rd, Klipview, 1962, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 2 pm
Phone: +27 16 100 0824
Silverhill Seeds & Books
Address: 38 Hiddingh Ave, Bergvliet, Cape Town, 7945, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 3 pm
Phone: +27 21 705 4226
Ball Straathof (Pty) Ltd
Address: 1550 Printech Ave, Laser Park, Roodepoort, 2040, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 pm
Phone: +27 11 794 2316
Where to get free seeds in South Africa?
INMED’s Seeds for Life project in South Africa seeks to provide 2,500 vulnerable families with free seeds and training to plant and sustain home gardens .
How long do store-bought heirloom seeds last?
3-5 years
For short-term storage, such as for next year’s garden, storing the seed jar in a cool, dark, moisture-free environment is sufficient.
Heirloom seeds stored this way will last for 3-5 years. For longer storage, place the jar in the refrigerator and the seeds should be good for 10-15 years.
Can I bring seeds into South Africa?
To import plants, plant products and other regulated articles to South Africa you must apply for an import permit issued by the National Plant Protection Organisation of South Africa (NPPOZA). The permit is valid for a year.
What is the most difficult seed to grow?
Some seeds like Allium ‘Purple Sensation’ and Eryngium giganteum need a long period of cold-moist stratification with alternating temperatures. These are the most difficult seeds to germinate.