S&S Seeds: Locally-Sourced Native Seed Since 1975

CA Native Seed Catalog
Wildland Collections
Interactive Seed Inventory

S&S Seeds was founded in 1975 to help Southern Californians address the growing need for locally-sourced native seed. Over the last 50 years, we have perfected the art and science of collecting seeds from wildland areas. We deliver restoration-scale quantities of native seed while using ecologically-sensitive collection techniques approved by our conservation partners.

How We Source Our Seed

Our team of botanists travel hundreds of miles to hand collect seed from native species growing in their natural wildland habitats. We help our clients source the most locally-adapted, genetically appropriate native seed for their projects through custom wildland seed collections. We work directly with agencies and landowners to develop and carry out these wildland collection plans using best practices to protect ecologically-sensitive areas.

  • Ignition-Resistant Seed Mixes

    In collaboration with the US Forest Service, we have designed a number of mixes to reduce ignition risk in areas that are prone to wildfires. These species were selected from a list developed by USDA Forest Service SCIRP (Southern CA Ignition Resistance Program) consisting of plants with high Live Fuel Moisture and minimal standing thatch/dead leaf litter. Although still in research and development, these mixes are likely to reduce ignitability from sparks and embers. These plants are also known to establish and persist in disturbed areas, compete with non-native annual species, and provide other benefits such as soil stabilization and pollinator habitat.

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    6155 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria, CA 93013

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