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Oat Seeds

Oat seeds grow into tall, cereal grasses that produce nutritious grains with many health benefits and versatile culinary and medicinal uses. Oat is also a good cover crop and can be used as cat grass. Thriving in cool, moist climates, oats prefer full sun to partial shade and fertile soil. Oats are annual plants, renowned for their hardy nature and ability to improve soil health.
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Survival Garden Seeds offers high-quality oat seeds for sale, perfect for gardeners looking to cultivate their grains for oatmeal, baking, or fodder for livestock. Our non-GMO seeds are chosen for their strong germination rates. They will produce robust, high-yielding oat plants.

Growing Oat Seeds in Your Field or Garden

  • Nutritious and versatile grains
  • Improves soil health
  • Heirloom, non-GMO seeds
  • Oatmeal, baking, animal feed

INTRODUCING OAT SEEDS

Oats have a long cultivation history, spanning thousands of years. They are a staple grain, containing essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and protein. Oat groats, oatmeal, and oat flour are all used in a variety of foods—porridges and cereals, baked goods, and other uses. They also serve as valuable fodder for livestock and can be a wonderful option for cat grass. Their milky tops are used for medicinal purposes as well. These grains are adaptable to a range of climatic conditions and can be grown from USDA zones 3-10. It is appropriate for growing as a summer crop with spring planting in zones 3 to 7, and a winter crop in zones 8-10. It will winter-kill in zones 6 and colder, allowing gardeners to plant freely in spring without interference.

PLANTING OAT SEEDS

Sow oat seeds for planting directly in the garden or field in early spring. For an autumn harvest, plant them in late summer. Plant the seeds about ½-1 inches deep. Oats will germinate best in cool, moist soil around 60-65°F. They usually sprout within two weeks.

MAINTAINING OAT PLANTS

Oats require consistent moisture, especially with germination and in the early growth stages. They prefer fertile, well-drained soil. Otherwise, they are relatively low maintenance. As a cereal crop, oats can grow quite tall and may need support in windy areas. Harvest your oats when the grains are mature and dry in late summer or early fall.

With oat grass seeds from Survival Garden Seeds, gardeners and farmers alike have a chance to grow a valuable crop that provides a well-rounded, versatile culinary grain, fodder for livestock, a medicinal plant, and enhances soil structure and health.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are heirloom seeds?

Heirloom seeds are the types of seeds your grandparents grew. These varieties have been passed down from generation to generation. They’re old reliable open-pollinated varieties that aren’t typically grown commercially. Instead, they have a rich history that predates modern breeding techniques. You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.

How do I know my seeds are fresh?

Every seed packet includes a "packed for" date, and we germination test each seed lot before packaging to ensure you receive viable, high-quality seeds that are ready to grow.

Are your seeds chemically treated?

No, we do not pre-treat our seeds. All of our garden seeds are untreated, open-pollinated, non-GMO, and heirloom varieties. They are kept in temperature-controlled cooler storage until they are packed and shipped to keep them pest and disease-free.

Will your seeds grow in my USDA Hardiness zone?

The seeds in our collections are specifically chosen from varieties that can be successfully grown from Zone 3 to Zone 10 USDA Hardiness Zones. However, individual varieties have specific needs to thrive in different environments. Each seed pack has optimal temperatures for germination and instructions on seed starting. Consult local frost dates to plan your garden and get the most out of your seeds.

What is the shelf life of these garden seeds?

Most seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years or longer when stored properly. Check your seed packet for specific varieties. For best results, keep your seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Store them in an airtight container in a consistent temperature environment—a refrigerator or cool basement works well. Proper storage helps maintain germination rates and extends seed life well beyond the packed date.

Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?

The majority of our seeds are sourced in the United States, with a few exceptions when the seed is difficult to source domestically. Whenever we do have to source outside of the US, we ensure our seeds are safe to grow, non-GMO, heirloom varieties that meet our standards for germination and reliability.

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