Curated by
Kwame Mensah
Discover the rich diversity of African vegetables with this carefully curated seed collection. Each packet contains heirloom varieties that have been grown across Africa for generations, selected for their flavor, nutritional value, and adaptability to various growing conditions.
Perfect for home gardeners interested in expanding their culinary horizons, these seeds connect you to traditional African foodways while promoting biodiversity and food security. Each collection includes detailed growing instructions and traditional recipes.
Small, egg-shaped fruits with a mild, slightly bitter flavor. Popular in West African stews and sauces.
Nutritious leafy green with high protein content. Versatile in cooking and heat-tolerant.
Mucilaginous greens used in soups and stews. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Traditional variety with distinctive ridges. More drought-resistant than common okra varieties.
Tender, mustard-flavored greens that are more heat-tolerant than European kale varieties.
Medicinal and culinary plant with distinctive bitter flavor, used in traditional soups.
Horned melon variety with unique jelly-like interior. Sweet-tart flavor when fully ripe.
Fast-growing leafy vegetable with mild flavor. Extremely nutritious and easy to grow.
Drought-resistant legume that improves soil fertility. Complete protein source.
Leafy green with small berries. Rich in iron and commonly used in East African cuisine.
By purchasing this seed collection, you're supporting traditional seed saving practices and small-scale farmers across Africa. Our seed program works with over 200 farmers in 12 countries to preserve agricultural biodiversity and traditional knowledge.
A portion of each sale funds seed-saving workshops in rural communities, helping to ensure these valuable crop varieties remain available for future generations. To date, our program has established 15 community seed banks that serve over 5,000 farmers.
