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Inspired by biophilia, the innate love of nature, we offer seeds that nourish the body and mind.

By growing carefully selected varieties, you can protect our precious genetic patrimony while promoting food autonomy.

Certified organic by Québec Vrai, our seeds reflect our inspiration for permaculture and our respect for the edaphon, this vital and fascinating world that lies beneath our feet.

Our mission is to provide you with robust seeds, vigorous, open-pollinated and perfectly adapted to Quebec climate. Each batch of seeds is rigorously tested according to the criteria of the International Seed Testing Association, our guarantee of quality.

With the ecoumene you can sow with confidence and reap the fruits of a respected and loved land!

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Preparing your Quebec vegetable garden for winter: a step towards the coming season

Autumn has well and truly settled in the inhabited world. The mornings are cool, frost sometimes sparkles on the last leaves, and the garden gently enters its great rest.
If you have a vegetable garden, it's probably the end of the harvest: the last summer vegetables have gone into the warmth and the dried herbs are waiting their turn in the kitchen.

But the gardener's work doesn't stop there. In this transitional season, preparations are already underway for the next: wintering the vegetable garden gives the soil the time and conditions to regenerate.

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Living soil: the secret to vigorous growth.

Did you know that the key to healthy vegetables and bountiful harvests lies beneath your feet? Living soil, teeming with life, is essential to nourishing, protecting, and strengthening your crops. With living soil, it’s easy to recreate these natural conditions, giving your plants everything they need to thrive, from germination to harvest.

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Finding the perfect gift for a gardening enthusiast or nature lover

The festivities are approaching and it's time to think about gifts that will please your loved ones who are passionate about gardening and nature. Whether you are looking for a gift for a special occasion or for festive moments, you will find here ideas that combine practicality, respect for the environment and love of nature.

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Growing Vegetables Indoors: Tips for Gardening in Any Season

When temperatures drop, there's nothing like continuing your gardening indoors to keep a patch of greenery. Growing vegetables indoors is both possible and fun. While you're not looking to get super-yields, these small crops are perfect for adding freshness to your dishes while enjoying the pleasure of gardening!

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To celebrate the festive season while spreading a little joy, our surprise packet sets are back this year: 10 packets of organic seeds for $10! ​​🎁🌱 Here are a few lovely ways to make it a gift that grows: Perfect for slipping into a Christmas stocking 🎄 A small token that…
It's only early December and the garden is already sleeping under a thick blanket of snow. Here, it reminds us how winter can be a rich time for learning, reflecting, and seeing our vegetable garden in a new light. Among the books that accompany us each cold season, three always find their way back to our work table…
Meanwhile, back at the farm, the workshop still smells of fresh tomatoes. 🍅 The harvest and seed extraction were done a few weeks ago, but these days, bagging is in full swing. Our shelves are covered with seeds ready to hit the road to your garden, a meticulous job we love. Every year,…
Earlier this week, we introduced you to our favorite indoor gardening varieties, but good varieties aren't everything! 🌱 Here are some essentials to give them everything they need to thrive, and good news: they're on sale for a few more days 😉 ✨ The indoor garden…
Crisp leaves, tomatoes slowly ripening in the sunlight, fresh herbs picked just before the meal. There's something very satisfying about watching the snow outside the window while enjoying homegrown freshness. This year, we really wondered which varieties deserved a place in…
The cold is settling in outside, but your garden isn't finished yet 🌿 You may have put away your gardening gloves, but the urge to sow seeds is still very much alive. We, for our part, were thinking of all those gardeners who dream of creating their own little indoor garden. We thought…
When the cold weather sets in outside, it's still possible to grow a little greenery indoors. With the right light and a little care, a miniature garden can flourish on a countertop, a shelf, or under grow lights. 🌱 To help those who want to extend the gardening season,…
What if you let nature do the gardening for you this winter? ❄️🌱 Autumn sowing is the quiet revolution of the vegetable garden: you sow just before the ground freezes, you let the cold do its work, and in spring, you harvest earlier, tastier and without stress. 🌸 No need to…
The cold is coming... and that's good news for your future blooms! ❄️🌱 Some flowers need to feel the winter pass by to germinate well, this is called cold stratification. Want to give them this little natural boost? Sow your seeds in a pot, water lightly... and leave them outside...
We've explained why some seeds need cold to germinate well. Today, discover how to cold stratify them easily, at home or outside! 🥶 Fridge method: to mimic winter, even without snow 🌿 Natural method: by sowing before frost and letting nature take its course Two simple ways...
When we talk about "cold stratification" seeds, we are simply talking about seeds that need to survive the winter before waking up in the spring. This is an essential step to break their dormancy and stimulate harmonious germination. 🌱 There are two ways to achieve this: 🍂 Naturally, by sowing at…
Last day to take advantage of the 40% discount on our 2025 écoumène seeds! 🍂 Store them in a cool, dry place away from light so they retain their potential for several seasons 🌱 Curious to know how to extend their life or do a little home germination test? Discover our…
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Canada Post strike

IMPORTANT NOTICE – Canada Post Strike

Current situation : Following Canada Post's announcement on September 25, 2025, Canada Post delivery services are suspended indefinitely due to a strike.

Alternative solution: We have added a alternative carrier which ensures the delivery of your orders. Please note that delivery costs with this carrier are higher than those of Canada Post.

Important: If you choose to keep Canada Post as your carrier, Your package will remain awaiting delivery until Canada Post resumes operations.We cannot predict when this recovery will take place.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this situation beyond our control and thank you for your understanding.

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Inventory mission in progress

📅 Thursday, July 31, 2025 from noon to midnight

It's time for the big annual countdown!
Our team is busy counting seeds
(and not to lose the thread 😅).

The online store and horticultural shop
are therefore closed for the rest of the day.

We'll see you soon tomorrow morning
Thank you for your patience 💚