
The Heritage Seed Library

2024 Seed list NOW OPEN!
The 2024 Heritage Seed Library seed list is now open for members to request seeds. Choose from 170 rare and unique heritage varieties including 70 certified organic and 14 new varieties.
Seeds are available exclusively to members of The Heritage Seed Library. If you're not a member you can join here.
Introducing the Heritage Seed Library
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Why we grow heritage seeds
The Heritage Seed Library is a vital resource to connect people with seed, keep our heritage alive and increase biodiversity.
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This year’s Heritage Seed Library seed trials
This year at Ryton, we are trialling four re-discovered heritage varieties to check for health, cross-pollination, and description.
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How the seed library works
The seed library holds over 800 varieties of seeds, including rare landrace varieties adapted to specific growing conditions, heirloom varieties saved over generations and varieties no longer available to buy.
Get involved with HSL
Home growers, schools, communities, organisations and public gardens can support the work of the Heritage Seed Library by becoming a seed guardian and growing seed for us. You can also support us by becoming a Garden Organic HSL member and get free seed every year!