High Mowing Organic Non-GMO Seeds

  1. Variety Spotlight - Organic Heirloom Tomatoes!

    What are heirlooms tomatoes? What makes them unique? Heirloom tomatoes are tomatoes grown from seeds that have been passed down from generation to generation by individuals, not formal "breeding programs" or universities. Every year at High Mowing we trial over 100 different varieties of tomatoes. Out of all those tomatoes, only 3-4 make the final cut. After that, we grow...
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  2. Know your organic seed company!

    Know your food, know your organic seed, know the people who ship you those organic seeds! A little "behind the scenes" look at a typical day in the warehouse these days... receiving seed, packing seed, shipping seed, processing orders, petting cats & dogs... it's the crazy time around here!
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  3. Growing Organic Micro-Greens - A Shot of Green To Get You Through These Final Weeks....

    - by Kathryn Donovan The thought on everyone’s mind these days at High Mowing is spring, spring, spring!  I find it awfully easy to get caught up in garden planning, and the balmy temperatures we had here in the 50’s last week make things seem so close!  Every year Mother Nature seems to get us with that trick, so, I...
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  4. Organic Vegetable Varieties Suitable for Container Gardening

    Looking to get into organic vegetable gardening but are limited on space? Try container gardening! Organic vegetables best suited for container gardening are those with a compact growth habit. Dwarf, determinate or bush varieties of larger vegetable plants such as peas, peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, and cucumbers can be grown successfully in containers, but generally require either support, such as stakes...
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  5. High Mowing Organic Seeds' Spring Social - March 20th!

    Thoughts turning to spring…and to growing? Join us to learn some new techniques, learn about new varieties, learn about seed cleaning and production…or just share some good food and growing tips with friends! Shake off those dusty winter cobwebs and celebrate the return of the growing season with your friends and neighbors! Tomato Grafting Workshop , 2 – 3 pm...
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  6. Variety Spotlight - Organic Onions!

    Welcome to our new Variety Spotlight! Each month we'll be highlighting a particular vegetable - including our recommended varieties, planting and cultural tips, common pests and diseases, and harvest and storage tips. We're excited to share this more detailed information with you, and welcome your comments and suggestions for future issues! This month we'll be discussing Organic Onions. Our Recommended...
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  7. What's In a Name – Our Company's Place-based Identity

    High Mowing Organic Seeds' Farm When the early European settlers came to New England, they brought with them their livestock-based agriculture. The practice of mowing hayfields and storing winter feed was well-established, and became even more important when they encountered the long winters in northern New England. But instead of calling such a field a “hayfield” like we do today...
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  8. Survey Says... Mother Earth News Readers Choose Their Favorite Tomatoes (And We Carry Many Of Those Varieties!)

    In Fall 2009, Mother Earth News Magazine conducted an online survey asking their readers to recommend tomato varieties that grow best where they live. More than 2,000 people responded.  Mother Earth News classified tomatoes into the following categories: Slicers: main-crop tomatoes for eating fresh and making sauce Cherries: marble-sized fruits in a rainbow of colors, for eating fresh or drying...
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  9. Welcome to our new blog, The Seed Hopper!

    The knowledgeable and friendly staff at High Mowing Organic Seeds welcome you to our new blog! Hello fellow gardeners! We're excited about the creation of our new blog, The Seed Hopper! The Seed Hopper will provide us with a central spot to post informative organic gardening articles, information about our varieties, farm and seed happenings, and the latest happenings with...
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  10. Choosing the Right Organic Vegetable Varieties for Your Region

    There are so many different varieties out there - how do I decide what to plant based on what region of the country I am in? Growing organic vegetables is a rewarding experience when the correct varieties are chosen for your specific area. Looking through a seed catalog can be a beautiful, exciting, and overwhelming experience for the beginner gardener...
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