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Historical diversity:
New in the assortment
Sow diversity with character
in your garden.
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Open‑pollinated seeds with detailed cultivation information

Traditional wild species, historically preserved
cultivated varieties & old landraces
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Seedlings and potted plants
for gardens in Portugal
New life for your garden bed – discover a wide range of different varieties
from our assortment.
Available all year round in our nursery!
Our current recommendations

Welcome to the Benjis Seeds online shop!

Discover with us:

Old wild forms, historically preserved cultivated varieties and new varieties with tradition.

Are you looking for ecological seeds for field, greenhouse, garden or balcony? Then you are exactly right here.
With us, you receive exclusively open‑pollinated seed – carefully selected and tested for high germination quality.
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Mulchen im Garten: Mulchmaterialien und Anwendung

Mulching in the garden: Mulch materials and application

Mulching is one of the most effective methods to protect the soil, stabilise moisture and support soil life. The article Mulch Materials and Application explains why the correct choice of...
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Traditionelle Samen - Erben unserer Vorfahren, zeigen handverlesene historische samenfeste Samen, die offenen in Jutesäcken liegen und vielfältige natürliche Farben und Formen zeigen. Reichtum traditioneller Sorten. Fotografiert für Benjis Seeds.

Heirloom and traditional varieties: Why diversity matters

Traditional seeds and heirloom varieties are an essential part of our crop diversity. They preserve original characteristics, natural resilience and valuable nutritional qualities that are often lost in modern high-yielding...
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Wassermelonen pflanzen – Professioneller Leitfaden für den erfolgreichen Anbau

Watermelon planting – professional guide for successful cultivation

This comprehensive guide shows how watermelons can be successfully cultivated under different climatic conditions – from subtropical regions to temperate Central Europe. It explains the origin of the watermelon, its...
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Mulchen im Garten: Grundlagen und Wirkungsweise

Mulching in the garden: Basics and how it works

Mulching in the garden is one of the most effective methods for saving water while sustainably promoting plant growth. A protective layer of organic materials keeps soil moisture in the...
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Dormanz und Stratifizierung: Keimruhe verstehen und Saatgut richtig vorbehandeln

Seed dormancy and stratification: Understanding dormancy and preparing seeds for germination

Seed dormancy prevents seeds from germinating immediately after maturity or under unfavourable conditions. This article explains the fundamentals of seed dormancy and stratification and explores the internal and environmental factors...
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Keimtypen nach Umweltreizen: Lichtkeimer, Dunkelkeimer und Kaltkeimer

Germination types and environmental factors: Light, dark and cold germinators

Seed germination is strongly influenced by a range of environmental factors. Different plant species respond in different ways to light, darkness and specific temperature conditions. This article explains the fundamentals...
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Umweltfaktoren bei der Keimung: Wasser, Sauerstoff, Temperatur und Licht

Environmental factors in seed germination: Water, oxygen, temperature and light

Seed germination depends on specific environmental conditions, which can vary between plant species. This article explains the key environmental factors involved in germination and how water, oxygen, temperature and light...
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Saattiefe - Bedingt Keimverhalten und Gesundheit zeigt Hände die Samen in die Erde legen und die korrekte Saattiefe; natürliche Farben und klare Texturen verdeutlichen das Zusammenspiel von Hand, Samen und Boden. Fotografiert für Benjis Seeds.

Optimal sowing depth: The key to strong plants

The correct sowing depth is crucial for successful germination, a high germination rate and the development of strong young plants. Each plant species requires a specific depth so that the...
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Eine mit Erde gefüllte Pflanzplatte steht auf einem Arbeitstisch, umgeben von einfachem Gartenzubehör; die Szene wirkt ordentlich vorbereitet und gartentypisch. Fotografiert für Benjis Seeds

Sowing methods: Direct sowing vs sowing under cover

An overview of sowing methods: Direct sowing, sowing under cover and other techniques provides a clear and accessible introduction to the different ways plants can be started from seed. Each...
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Kleine Sämlinge sprießen aus frischer Erde; winzige grüne Keimblätter zeigen frühe Entwicklungsstadien und verdeutlichen unterschiedliche Keimungstypen sowie Umweltfaktoren. Fotografiert für Benjis Seeds.

Germination types and environmental factors: How seeds germinate successfully

During seed germination, various biological processes and environmental factors interact to determine whether a seedling can develop healthily. Germination types and environmental factors explains the two fundamental germination types – epigeal...
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