About Us

"Our deep respect for the land and its harvest is the legacy of generations of farmers who put food on our tables, preserved our landscape, and inspired us with a powerful work ethic." – James H. Douglas, Jr.

This quote embodies our mission in one word: respect. Respect for American farmers who’ve toiled to provide for us, herbalists who unlock the medicinal powers of nature, and naturalists who nurture our world. It’s this respect that drives us daily to do things the right way.

What Does “The Right Way” Mean?

It’s simple. Our goal is to offer the highest quality, American-grown seeds, sourced domestically. While many companies seek the cheapest path, often importing seeds from overseas, we’re dedicated to a different approach: growing and sourcing seeds from U.S. farms that meet—and exceed—industry standards. Though our journey may be challenging, our commitment to quality and supporting American growers remains steadfast.

Customer-Centric Community

We believe in treating our customers like community members. Whether you need assistance with an order, gardening advice, or just want to say hello, we’re here. Your success in growing beautiful, thriving plants is our success, and we’ll always be there to support you along the way. 

Giving Back

To date, we’ve donated millions of seeds to community gardens, schools, church groups, and those impacted by natural disasters. For donation inquiries, please contact us. Giving back is part of who we are and is integral to our mission.

Our Story

Founded in 2019 by Ryan and Kimberly Dorn as a veteran-owned, family-operated business, Southern Seeds began on Etsy. Since then, we’ve grown to over 700,000 sales, 65,000 5-star reviews, and achieved Etsy’s Star Seller status. Today, you can find our seeds on Etsy, Amazon, eBay, and SouthernSeeds.com.

Now joined by our daughters, Bailey and Avery, along with Avery’s partner Eric, we’re thrilled to continue the family lineage, bringing you over 600 varieties of heirloom, non-GMO seeds. Southern Seeds is proud to carry forward our family’s legacy, offering exceptional American-grown seeds with an unwavering commitment to quality.

Thank You

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for choosing Southern Seeds. We are dedicated to earning and keeping your trust, and we’ll do everything in our power to ensure your experience with us is exceptional.