We promote gardening from seed as the easy, natural and economical way to garden.
We provide well researched, & useful articles about how to garden from seed, the packet seed industry, and major gardening trends.
The HGSA is a Trade Association and forum for members to discuss issues of mutual concern. We are garden seed packet companies, seed growers, and packet printers. To learn more about who we are, see our member profiles and our roster.
2023 Summer Summit Details & Photos
2023 Summer Summit In Vancouver, BC
New Member Profile
Natalia Morosova, Graines Voltz
Natalia Morosova has been with the Home Garden International department at Graines Voltz since 2021.
New Growing Guides For Gardeners
Not Your Usual Brassicas
Brassica family members include such familiar favorites such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts. Aside from the usual varieties, however, there are many lesser known types that are easy to grow from seed.
The Best Seeds to Start Indoors
There are so many enticing flower and vegetable varieties. Would that we could start them all! But alas, there are limiting factors. Chief among them are space and light. Unless you have a greenhouse (and maybe even then!) there will be many more seedlings you’ll want to grow than that you’ll have the conditions for. Here are some tips to help you whittle down your list.
2023 Fall Press Release: Who Are We?
Home Garden Seed Association: Who We Are
A happy and healthy community is not a fairytale. All you need is a seed.