There are wonderful heirloom varieties available in organic seeds as well as new hybrids. However, just because a seed is sold as an heirloom variety does not mean that the seed is organically grown.

Looking to buy your 2025 garden seeds? Consider these eight favorites of PennLive's long-time garden writer, George Weigel.

“Heirloom ... organic gardening techniques, Will Weaver has grown every one of the featured 280 varieties of vegetables, and he walks the novice gardener through the basics of planting, growing ...