Post 9qlsPVCKpT2nsh5Plo by redandgreen@sunbeam.city
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 (DIR) Post #9qlsPTzXJZDE8i5gBM by GwenfarsGarden@sunbeam.city
       2020-01-07T16:55:52Z
       
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       I get so excited by seed catalogues and the temptation is to always order more seeds than available space to grow. They just look so pretty and tempting...#Seeds
       
 (DIR) Post #9qlsPUNzqcmJMZXDJA by teslas_moustache@sunbeam.city
       2020-01-07T17:01:19Z
       
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       @GwenfarsGarden hey, so are there particular catalogs for different regions? Are there some good ones for the Midwest, spec. around the Kansas City area?Really wanna get a seed catalog.
       
 (DIR) Post #9qlsPUpID8c2jEJ0r2 by GwenfarsGarden@sunbeam.city
       2020-01-07T17:06:53Z
       
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       @teslas_moustache sorry, these are UK-based catalogues...The only US one I know of is https://www.rareseeds.com/. But I don't know how good they are.
       
 (DIR) Post #9qlsPVCKpT2nsh5Plo by redandgreen@sunbeam.city
       2020-01-07T17:19:04Z
       
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       @GwenfarsGarden @teslas_moustache No, there aren't really too many seed companies that really cater to a specific region or climate. There are a few, but none specific to the KC area. Rare Seeds (AKA: Baker Creek) are alright. Their selection is excellent. Unfortunately, their germination rates and seed quality are not always the best. They also have very random pricing and packet sizes. Order early as the frequently sell out. Personal recommendation. If you find something you like from them save your own seed. You will likely get better quality seed and over time your seed will adapt to your growing region. Sadly, they often discontinue varieties after only a few seasons. They have their reasons, but still frustrating. Buy more seed than you expect to use because of the aforementioned reasons. Been doing this most of my life, plus have a degree in sustainable agriculture. Happy to help with any questions or ideas. More to come in next toot.
       
 (DIR) Post #9qlsPVwQ47uKBceDbM by redandgreen@sunbeam.city
       2020-01-07T17:47:09Z
       
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       @GwenfarsGarden @teslas_moustache https://www.fedcoseeds.comOne of my favorite seed companies for many reasons. They are the only known cooperatively owned seed company in the US. Not to mention one of the few true cooperatives in the country. Amazing quality, great selection, brilliant customer service and hilarious catalog. Disliked by many conservatives because of their strong left political views.https://turtletreeseed.org/Another amazing organization with a great mission. Excellent quality. Small but great selection. Definitely worth supporting.http://www.evergreenseeds.com/Another great family run company. Focus on Asian vegetables. Very inexpensive seeds, great quality, amazing selection and big packets. Another one of my favorites.https://www.kitazawaseed.com/Another favorite. Focus on mainly traditional Japanese seed varieties. Great quality and selection. A little high priced and small packet sizes. Excellent customer service. Family owned for over 100 years.Another toot coming.
       
 (DIR) Post #9qlsPXAdUksE00J5Oq by redandgreen@sunbeam.city
       2020-01-07T17:55:16Z
       
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       @GwenfarsGarden @teslas_moustache https://www.seedsofindia.com/Focus on seed varieties from the Indian sub-contient. Pretty decent selection. Good customer service and fast shipping. https://www.johnnyseeds.com/Employee owned company. Good selection and very high focus on quality. Main focus is commercial sustainable/organic farmers but sell to many home gardeners too. Big focus on hybrids and selling their own varieties. Sometimes a little high priced. Amazing tools for gardening/farming.https://seedsofitaly.com/Family owned business selling seeds from an Italian company. Excellent quality and HUGE packet sizes. Focus on traditional Italian & European varieties. Great customer service. Their special selection varieties are amazing.http://www.reimerseeds.com/Amazing source for peppers and tomatoes from around the world. Great prices, fast shipping and friendly customer service. I don't know who owns them. Often have amazing sales on seeds too. Excellent quality too.Another toot coming.