The Ultimate Guide to Buying Seeds: Tips and Tricks for Smart Gardeners

TLDRLearn how to choose seeds wisely and avoid common pitfalls when buying seeds for your garden. Discover valuable insights, FAQs, and timestamped summaries in this comprehensive guide.

Key insights

🔍Seed catalogs are designed to sell you something, so be aware of their marketing tactics and discounts.

💰Seed catalogs can be expensive to produce and distribute, which impacts the cost of seeds.

🌱Heirloom seeds are stable, but hybrids can offer desirable traits, although they may not produce consistent results when saved.

🧐Compare the price of seeds not just per packet, but also per seed to get the best value.

📝Properly plan your garden to avoid overbuying seeds and wasting money.

Q&A

Are seed catalogs sent for free?

Seed catalogs are not free and the cost of production and distribution is included in the price of the seeds.

Can I find non-GMO seeds in all seed catalogs?

Seed catalogs typically promote non-GMO seeds, but it is unlikely that you will accidentally buy GMO seeds from any reputable seed company.

What is the difference between heirloom and hybrid seeds?

Heirloom seeds are stable and can be saved, while hybrids are a cross between different parent plants and may not produce consistent results if saved.

Should I choose seeds based on price per packet or price per seed?

It is important to consider both the price per packet and the price per seed, especially if you plan to use all the seeds.

Why is it important to plan my garden before buying seeds?

Planning your garden helps you buy only what you need and avoid overspending, which is a common reason why gardeners quit after the first year.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Seed catalogs are designed to sell you something, so be aware of their marketing tactics and discounts.

05:30Seed catalogs are not free and the cost of production and distribution is included in the price of the seeds.

09:13Properly plan your garden to avoid overbuying seeds and wasting money.