open-pollinated
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of open-pollinated
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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Based in California, the company offers only open-pollinated flower and vegetable seeds, with a focus on unusual vegetables.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 12, 2024
Though not all open-pollinated seeds are heirlooms, heirloom seeds are always open-pollinated — meaning the plant is pollinated naturally, by air, insects, birds or other animals — and will often be labeled as such.
From Salon ● Aug. 22, 2023
So research whether your variety is open-pollinated — and if not, enjoy the surprise.
From New York Times ● Sep. 16, 2020
Perennial Roots grows non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom plants and raises heritage breed pigs, sheep, geese, ducks, chickens, rabbits and turkeys.
From Washington Times ● May 9, 2020
Dry gardeners who will want to cut side shoots for as long as possible during summer from large, well-established plants may prefer crude, open-pollinated varieties.
From Gardening Without Irrigation: or without much, anyway by Solomon, Steve
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