Southern Seed Companies: Regional Sources for Adapted Varieties

Best Seed Sources for Southern Gardeners

Tired of catalogs from Maine, Minnesota, and California? These Southern companies offer varieties selected for our heat, humidity, and growing seasons.

Top Regional Seed Companies

• Southern Exposure Seed Exchange (Mineral, VA) — Heirlooms, open-pollinated, Southeast-adapted
• Tomato Growers Supply Company (Fort Myers, FL) — Huge tomato/pepper selection for hot climates
• The Tasteful Garden (Heflin, AL) — Seeds and plants, Southern performance focus

Georgia Department of Agriculture Market Bulletin

Free online publication connecting you with:

• Small growers selling seeds and plants
• Passalong and heirloom varieties
• "Flowers Wanted" section for specific searches
• Direct-from-grower prices

Why Regional Seeds Outperform

• Selected under Southern disease pressure
• Adapted to local day lengths and heat units
• Tested in similar soil types
• Often include traditional Southern varieties

Regionally adapted seed varieties for Southern gardens