A family owned and operated business since 1979, Pinetree Garden Seeds was founded with the simple mission of offering low prices on quality seeds to the home gardener. Over the years offerings have expanded to include over 1300 varieties of seeds, including many Heirlooms & Organics, a huge assortment of tools and gardening gear, books, and live plants. Located in rural Maine, we operate out of a 300 year old farmhouse and strive to offer the best service and products with a personal touch.
In 2011, the company was passed down from its founder, Dick Meiners, to his stepdaughter Melissa. She and her family are excited to continue the mission of supporting the home gardener by offering affordable, high quality seeds and goods.
Hello Gardening Friends!
As I sit writing to all of you on a beautiful, sun soaked day, nestled here in New Gloucester Maine, it fills my heart with immense pride to welcome you to our 2026 season. As the second generation owner, I am struck with gratitude for all of you that return, year after year, to let us be part of your gardens. For over 40 years, we’ve had the distinct pleasure of “feeding families, friends, and neighbors,” and it’s a mission we cherish deeply.
Thank you for being a part of our extended gardening family. We are grateful for your continued trust and patronage.
Happy gardening!
Melissa
Our founder, Richard “Dick” Meiners, began Pinetree Garden Seeds in the attic of his home in the 1970s. It all started with a one-page mail order catalog, and a simple idea to provide cost-effective seeds to the home gardener. The business grew under his guidance for 30 years.
Dick approached life with a sense of adventure and a desire to always take the road less travelled. We are inspired by his life well-lived, and will continue his legacy of supporting small, backyard gardeners.
Signers of the SAFE SEED PLEDGE
Proud to support sustainable agriculture, Pinetree has never sold any genetically modified seeds and has signed the Safe Seed Pledge, promising never to sell any GMO seeds. We have pledged our support to local efforts to label GMO foods and strive to offer an extensive selection of heirloom seeds in an effort to support the ideals of responsible and organic gardening practices.
“Agriculture and seeds provide the basis upon which our lives depend. We must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable source for future generations. For the benefit of all farmers, gardeners and consumers who want an alternative, we pledge that we do not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds or plants. The mechanical transfer of genetic material outside of natural reproductive methods and between genera, families or kingdoms poses great biological risks, as well as economic, political and cultural threats. We feel that genetically engineered varieties have been insufficiently tested prior to public release. More research and testing is necessary to further assess the potential risks of genetically engineered seeds. Further, we wish to support agricultural progress that leads to healthier soils, genetically diverse agricultural ecosystems and ultimately healthy people and communities.”
