I LOVE To Buy SEEDS For A Vegetable Garden From These People!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

If you found this video helpful, please *LIKE* it and share it to help increase its reach! Thanks for watching 🙂TIMESTAMPS here: 0:00 The Best Time To Buy Seed 2:16 Favorite Seed Company #1 4:44 Favorite Seed Company #2 5:36 Favorite Seed Company #3 7:06 Favorite Seed Company #4 7:46 Favorite Seed Company #5 9:09 Favorite Seed Company #6 10:14 Favorite Seed Company #7 10:47 Favorite Seed Company #8 12:13 Favorite Seed Company #9 13:10 Favorite Seed Company #10 15:01 Buying Seeds At Big Box Stores: BE CAREFUL! 17:31 Adventures With Dale

[@MIgardener]

I appreciate that you don’t “sell out” and keep it real. We will have to get you some seed. Let’s connect and see if we can get you some seeds to grow big in 2025.

[@nancylafferty8362]

MIgardener is a great company and Luke is amazing! Buy your seeds from him also. I have been learning from him for years and his seeds are high quality!

[@markaustin1796]

Luke fix him up with some Sheboygan tomatos, Granny Cantrells, and some Roselle.Roselle will do well where he is, and he will love the fresh jellies!

[@rachelgreene1013]

The crossover i live to see ❤❤❤

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thanks, Luke! If you have any recommendations for southern heat and humidity, I'd love to give it a shot!

[@lburrsshinyhunts2253]

Y’all are both great channels

[@GreenPinkyHI]

I'm surprised Botanical Interests was not mentioned since I see you showing their seeds and varieties often in your videos. In my experience, their variety and quality of seeds are excellent and their customer service is fantastic!

[@robyndudley9684]

I noticed they were missing too. The info on the packets is invaluable and their pricing is fair. My fav seed company!

[@Na16Patman]

potentially because Epic Gardening got a huge investment from VCs and was able to buy Botanical Interests. Not necessarily a bad thing but I know it left a bad taste in my mouth when I learned about it

[@robyndudley9684]

@ did you see Kevin’s response to the lie about VC money? He’s been very transparent about how he was able to acquire BI and why they chose him to take it over. The true story is not very interesting. Lol

[@Gardeningchristine]

I lucked out and went to a church yard sale that had 2024 Livingston seed packets for 10 cents each. I bought 200 so $20 worth. The next day I went back and they were giving them away so I picked out another 100 or so. I was so happy!

[@Earthy-Artist]

Score!! 👍

[@gothic_oma]

Major score! 🎉

[@JodiMontano]

My favorite seed company is MIGardener. They have a good variety and seeds are only $2/packet with free shipping if you spend a certain amount. I think it's $29. Toward the end of the year they mark seeds down even lower. I live about an hour from Baker Creek in Missouri and plan to go in person and get some of their rare seeds.

[@MoparRob440]

I vote for Migardner as well. Cool selection and I've had great luck with their seeds.

[@TeeRust15]

MIGardener free shipping is $20

[@josephsermarini5330]

You sure can't beat the price. I like them too.

[@vickiwestlund7777]

Mine too! Luke is the best!

[@ashleys637]

Yes! Love MIGardener!

[@vidajordan9803]

MI gardener from Michigan. Young man who has taught gardening on KZbin for years. Small family business. Seeds are $2.

[@askdolo]

I love them

[@amorris622]

I’ve had very good results with their seeds.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Luke is a good guy. We've spoken before. Definitely support him!

[@robertbridge7678]

I buy a lot from Luke!! Prices are great!! Quality always!!

[@robklein583]

Luke also ships to Canada for a small fee. He also ships free to Canada if you buy over about ten packs of seeds. Great guy and a great company.

[@HevyMetlDave]

I buy seeds from anywhere, from Hoss to Dollar Tree. They all grow for me. Good Luck everyone I hope your gardens flourish in 2025. 👍

[@peaceofmyhearthomestead4611]

I have found that my Dollar tree seeds are my best germination and producers

[@bigrich6750]

I clean out Dollar Tree every spring. I’ve had really good luck with their Paris Island Cos (Romaine) lettuce. They don’t really have much variety of tomatoes but stuff like greens and radishes do great. I never plant all the seeds I buy there but stick them in a plastic bin. They’re my seeds for when the SHTF, otherwise known as my Democrat, I mean Zombie, apocalypse seeds. I like MI Gardener, Baker Creek, Hoss, and some of the old stand-byes like Burpees and Parks. Parks foil packets last forever. Seed Savers Exchange is good too.

[@HevyMetlDave]

@ I have Swiss Chard mix and Carrots growing right now, they’re doing great. 😊

[@HevyMetlDave]

@ My wife does the same thing since there’re so cheap, and I don’t mind having them for the same reason (SHTF). 😂😂😂

[@sassyherbgardener7154]

The reason Baker Creek can offer free shipping is that their prices are higher!! Sometimes, depending on what I want, I can buy it at Johnny's, or another company, and get it cheaper, even after I pay shipping. (Especially when using a coupon code.) Johnny's does NOT cost more than Baker Creek on the seeds I am buying. Baker Creek is way more expensive comparing the exact same flower and tomato. MIGardener is really reasonable, and Gurney's. Thanks for letting us know about some new companies!

[@zhippidydoodah]

Sow True Seed - love their stuff. They have seeds you probably don't realise you need - marrow bean :) Mary's Heirloom too.

[@fireflydreams1791]

I like Seeds N' Such. Got their catalog for years now and they haven't raised the pricing in a few years. They give 2 free packets of seeds for early orders as well. I have found a lot of seeds that I can't find in big box stores from them and I always order by mid January for best selection so I don't miss out. Pinetree Garden Seeds is a great company and they have fantastic prices. I have ordered from them for over 20 years and have great success with their seeds. They have a better than most germination rate for me as well. I am in SC so I always look for a company to sell tomato varieties that can withstand our heat and humidity here in the Summer because it can be rough on plants in my garden. I love Hoss tools and their seed is always a success for me as well. I like that they are close and ship very promptly to me. I am counting down the days until Spring. I guess the lettuce, cabbage, collards, and kale will have to be enough for me until the sunshine returns.

[@tthappyrock368]

Like a number of other folks, MI Gardener is my favourite source for seeds. If Luke doesn't have what I'm looking for, then, I go to Baker Creek, Burpee, Botanical Interests, and Johnny's. I should try Territorial -- they're only a few hours down the highway. My brick and mortar favorite has been Portland Nursery for decades, but also find Wilco Farm Store and Coastal Farm and Ranch good places to go. I will have to try some of the other places you mentioned -- always learn something new from you!

[@marygrott8095]

I buy most of my seeds from MIgardener. His packets are only $2, germination rate is fantastic, and shipping is only $4! If uou order $20 or more, shipping is free. Also, they pffer loyalty rewards. Each order you place is worth a certain amount of points. Once they accumulate, there are different rewards you earn, like $5 ofc an order, etc. I did buy the Brandy Boy seeds from Burpeee last year, based on a previous recommendation from you. It did very well, and was delicious. I'll definitely be planting that again. But I don't buy from Burpee often because of their prices. Yes, uou get a lot of seeds, but there are other companies who pack a little of seeds into theor packets that don't charge $7 a packet. So I don't buy from Burpee unless they're the only place that has what I'm looking for

[@LilGreenEyes1979]

Mary's Heirloom Seeds is great. She doesn't have the biggest selection, but she has really good seeds with great germination rates. I have started seeds from her 3 years past the season she sold them to me and I still get germination rates in the 90+% rate

[@tamaramacmillan4832]

I agree! Mary’s is great! And you can email her any questions and she will usually answer within 24 hours. And for the southern people she used to live in Florida and is familiar with humidity and heat. She now lives in eastern Texas.

[@paulvalle4248]

@@tamaramacmillan4832 u neeed to try migardener

[@fawn1785]

FEDCO Seeds. They are a co-op in Maine. Great selection. Great prices.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thanks for the review!

[@jaytoney3007]

My first go to seed supplier is MI Gardener. After that, I source from Baker Creek, Johnny's, and Territorial Seed Co. Last spring, the Grand Marshall Tomato was my best producer, and produced 8-12 oz fruit that had low water content. It is great tomato for a slicer, salads, sauce, and salsa. It has been discontinue, so this year I will be experimenting with the Jolene Tomato. It is the successor to the Grand Marshall, designed for the growing conditions in the southeast region-more heat tolerant, and disease resistant. The fruit will be slightly smaller, 6-8 oz, but otherwise comparable to the Grand Marshall tomato.

[@kaydeed2615]

I have bought from many of your favorites, a couple of them i need to check out. other places: * MiGardener $2 a seed pack, maybe fewer seeds per pack then some others but i dont plant a lot in my backyard garden * wild boar farms - they do exotic tomatoes, I have gotten great germination and some terrific tasting tomatoes * mad rever garlic growers - this is where i get my garlic terrifc bilbs sent for planting. i think i only lost 4 cloves last year out of 130 or so

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I have ordered from Wild Boar Farms before. They have cool tomatoes. I neglected to mention them. Whoops.

[@nyomicasey]

New gardener here! I ordered my seeds from Sow True Seed in North Carolina. We will see how it goes😊

[@ephemerallyfe]

North Florida - I have had the best luck with Botanical Interests, and now buy from them quite frequently. I have also had very good luck with Organo Republic (they sell on Amazon), but their seeds don't seem to last as long as other companies. The parthenogenic cukes from Johnny's haven't produced in two attempts. Southern Exposure usually does okay, but it's important to select disease-resistant varieties. Burpee and Fedco have also done okay here. Of course, everyone's mileage will vary depending on climate, soil, disease pressure, and practices.

[@heika5589]

I'm trying parthenocarpic cukes and zucchini this year (first attempt) because of all the pest pressure (SW Florida) so will try to keep them protected and see what happens with no access from pollinators. I think I'm trying Beit Alpha and Katrina for cukes, and Dunja for Zucchini. I'll have to look up Botanical Interests!

[@09PelicanFly]

I've noticed you have shown alot of Botanical Interests seed packets in the past but didn't mention them in this video. Did you not have good luck with them this past year? Also, thank you for everything you do to provide us with all the knowledge and information! I always enjoy your videos.

[@taras3542]

I tried some of their seeds last year and I was disappointed all around.

[@victorialg1270]

For northern gardeners, Snake River Cooperative in Idaho. They even tell you which farm has raised the seed. But for seeds plus microgreens plus sprouting seeds it is True Leaf Market.

[@JensGardenTime]

Yup!! Love them!

[@heika5589]

True Leaf Delivery is fast too. Has a rewards program too.

[@richardroadcap7957]

Visited Southern Exposure last summer for their open house. They are the last word on collards, kale, mustards plus heirloom tomatoes.

[@trevorcleveland3015]

One seed company I found that I really like is Urban Farmer, they have almost everything and lowest price for a packet of seeds is about $3 and they have germination rates printed on the package. They also have growing instructions listed on their site for sowing depth and other nifty tips. They also sell hybrids, heirlooms, and open pollinated varieties of more common vegetables along with native flower packets that are region and state specific.

[@PatsyMcBroom-j2b]

I was so happy when you mentioned Hoss Tools. I found their company a few years ago and I love all their products. I live about an hour south of Atlanta with the terrible heat and humidity and they are in South Georgia so they know which seeds will work best in those tough conditions. I think everyone should give them a look. They’re an awesome company!

[@mowerds33]

Another two companies that I've used are Botanical Interests(owned by Epic Gardening here on YT, located in CO) and Seed Savers Exchange (Decorah Iowa).

[@karenbeeman5500]

My favorite seed company is Pinetree Seeds & they have great germination + cheaper than most places

[@TrangVu-sz4vd]

Last two years Ive bought seeds from Baker Creek, Botanical interests, MI gardener, Dollar Tree , and Pinetree seeds. Dont sleep on the Dollar Tree seeds - they always germinate for me and they're excellent value at 25 cents a pack. I've been eyeing Victory seeds and Territorial. Thanks for the recommendations!

[@heika5589]

The other year I bought Zinnia packets @ Dollar Tree, possibly 4 for $1.25 and they came up phenomenally. My tiny yard was a-buzz with butterflies and bees. Then I collected the seeds and planted the next 2 years. They actually did a thousand times better than an expensive packet of 10 zinnia seeds I got from a well known seed company!

[@kzink3496]

True Leaf is good and so is Seeds n Such. Good selection, prices and germination rates plus no outrageous shipping rates.

[@kansasgardener5844]

3 of my favorites are Burpee, Seeds N Such and Pinetree gardens. I buy Seeds from all over the place because there isn't one vendor that sells every seed I grow. Grow on!

[@RiverCrockett-in7bg]

Regarding hybrids, I think some people are spooked about the future of seeds in general, and that's the reason they grow a lot of heirlooms, to save the seeds. We saw a lot of shortages in the last several years, and now the prices are going through the roof. But I've also noticed that, while I like the flavor of some of the heirlooms better than hybrids, the heirlooms don't produce very abundantly and seem to be more disease prone. So, I've decided to just go with the flow and do the best I can. Last year I planted Celebrity (which, as you know is a hybrid), and I was pretty satisfied. It produced well and the taste was close to the Brandywine Pink I had been planting. So, if I can get my hands on Brandy Boy this year, I'd like to try that variety. Thanks for the review on that one!

[@alysal2568]

MIGardener for sure a favorite, but I also like Morgan County Seeds for bulk seeds at unbelievable prices. Strictly Medicinal Seeds if you grow herbs, not the cheapest but quality and they really know their stuff

[@zakiya1635]

For those on a budget, dollartree sells seeds. Last year it was $1.99 a packet. There wasn't a huge variety, but the staples were there!

[@mirandaranda57]

At my Dollar Tree, seed packets are 4/1.00 and I’ve also found them to be a great resource!

[@loriflarson4236]

They're still 4/$1 at my dollar tree too. I've had great success growing their seeds, especially corn ​@@mirandaranda57

[@TheSshadow7]

​@@mirandaranda57Same.

[@peaceofmyhearthomestead4611]

@@mirandaranda57yes!! all of my dollar tree seats always have good germination

[@therightway2130]

​@@mirandaranda57this year they will be 4 for $1.25. They don't have a huge variety but for a begining gardner who doesn't need many a great deal.

[@mr.knowitall1109]

I have used True Leaf Market and been very pleased with the germination of their seeds.

[@dotsie]

Pretty sure we have a True Leaf here in Florida.... but I believe it's a weed shop. LOL

[@heika5589]

@@dotsie Funny!

[@freebirdg6873]

I have bought from all the companies stated , last year I wanted to help out a small business and heard about Sarah’s seeds Im not sure she could be on KZbin, I was totally impressed on her prices but most importantly the germination rate was great just as good as any big seed company and way cheaper 👍 thank you for all your information

[@Earthy-Artist]

I usually shop at Bakers Creek, MIgardener, Johnny's, and True Leaf Market, and I home save my own seeds too. I'm curious to check out some of the other seed sellers which you mentioned.

[@christymartin9404]

I have ordered from MI Gardener & have been happy with their seeds

[@carlosmergal85]

As a fairly new gardener and someone who likes, follows, and appreciates your videos. I was particularly appreciative of this one because I'm always looking for good reputable seed companies to order from. Thanks for sharing this information!

[@georgestewart5814]

Thank you for the video! I love seeing the companies that my favorite gardeners use. I use the same ones!!!! The only other one I rely on that you didn't mention is a place called Delectation of tomatoes. This place has lots of heirloom varieties and the website can be a challenge , but it is run by one person who really knows his stuff. If you want to try and grow a really big tomato this is the place to get seed. Each pack costs $2.40 and shipping I think is still $3.00, shipping time is average. If you take my advice and buy from him , you should try Lehrer tomato, Soldacki, AH Scorpii, or Zaczilla for a BIG tomato. I had some over 2 lbs last year and I didn't do anything different to them.

[@bgladish12]

I've had great success so far with seeds n such.. amazing variety and customer service

[@kansasgardener5844]

It's probably my favorite!

[@kkeenan536]

Love Hoss Tools! Great germination, family owned and operated, wonderful customer service 💚

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I agree!

[@NPC2_4_U]

That Christmas house was great. I'm an old guy and that over the top outdoor Christmas decorating never got a good foothold until the movie 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' and I've always credited that movie with starting the trend. I love it!

[@paulsmith5045]

I love Botanical Interests!

[@ComfortablyNumb1969]

MIgardener is not only a good KZbin channel, they also sell seed. Being in Michigan, I guess I favor them a bit. Great video, I had never heard of some of these and will check them out.

[@lorib5323]

I like MIGardener because the seed packets are only $2 and have less seeds (I think) Right now I am not planting a whole pack of all my seed yet.

[@deancitroni4447]

I did like MIgatdener back in the day. I got fed up with all the self-promotion and talking to you like you were in kindergarten

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Luke is a good guy. Definitely support him, especially if you're local! He grows a lot of heirlooms since he's in MI and I need a lot of F1's here where I live, but if you love heirlooms, definitely support him.

[@lorib5323]

@@TheMillennialGardener I agree. Its hard to put yourself out there on the internet. But with KZbin we can follow different people for different reasons all at the same time. I like @TheMillennialGardener becasue you are friendly, direct/to the point, stick to gardening, and "approachable technical" and we have similar growing zones for me to just copy. Cant wait for my first spring where my garden beds are already there and I dont have to hall dumptrucks of soil via wheelbarrow this year. :)

[@juneramirez8580]

​@@lorib5323 I bought 20 different s for d packs from MIgardener for the first time. While a few I bought didn't have a lot of seeds in the package the big majority had 200 and up in the packets. It depends on what you order. But I am very satisfied with MIgardener

[@richardgrant5191]

For me in central Alabama Hoss has been excellent Baker creek is great Southern seed exposure is great Highmowing seed has great cool season seeds

[@SHARONKEEF_FkR_justice4john]

Live baker and mi gardener

[@jujubee7351]

Dale watching the light show was adorable! He’s so cute and loved!

[@dotsie]

That drool though, right? LOL

[@TheMillennialGardener]

He was enthralled. We sat there for probably 5 minutes and watched the train go by over and over.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

@@dotsie Dale has terrible motion sickness. To get him in the car for more than a mile or two, we have to give him an anti-nausea medication called Cerenia. One of the side effects is hyper-salivation, so it makes him drool. He doesn't do that normally.

[@capeeddy]

Sow True Seed, located in Western North Carolina, is who I buy the majority of my seeds from. They have a wide variety, good prices, and fairly cheap shipping. I also enjoy Baker Creek for the rare items, and all the other things he mentioned in this video.

[@heika5589]

I was so glad to see seed companies I recognize! I've ordered from Southern Exposure, Victory Seeds, and just recently Johnny's for growing here in Zone 10. I am growing one or two Dwarf Tomato Project Varieties from Victory Seeds, which I love because I grow in pots and/or grow bags on my outdoor patio, so I really appreciate the strong and robust but compact plants. Another company I've used is True Leaf Market, also for microgreen seeds, usually very good germination rates and bulk seeds also. So true what you said about big box store seeds. I once bought some on sale, the rack was outside in the garden department (SW Florida) of course nothing much germinated! What was I thinking??

[@beverlyboyce1041]

I use Seeds and Such for much of my seeds. I also use Osborne, Victory, True Leaf Market, Hoss, and Sandia for peppers.

[@nickzivs]

West Coast Seeds up here in Canada is solid. Hawthorn Farm has been good to the few times I’ve ordered from them. MIGardener as a few people have already pointed out (including Luke posting!) had an incredible promo years ago and their seeds from I think 3-4 years ago still have a remarkable germination rate. You’ve nailed it on the head though, often it’s better to buy from a company that is regional because they do their own trials of varieties and then offer those along with testimonials to buyers so that you can get a better idea of what to expect before even purchasing them. For me, that is William Dam Seeds in Flamborough, Ontario. Amazing family-ran business operating since 1959.

[@jacobclark1457]

I have gotten good results with Park Seed as well. Very similar to the Johnny’s and Burpee. Huge selection, but pricey. They do run a lot of sales though, so if you time it right you can get a good deal

[@zhippidydoodah]

Love it! I will look into Territorial ... Baker's Creek, I have mixed feelings and don't buy from them often. Johnny's seed, same. My favourites - MI Gardner, Mary's Heirloom, Sow True Seed, Seed Saver's Exchange, The Rusted Garden.

[@LMLewis]

The cost increases at some companies this year, even for heirloom varieties, is jaw dropping. (Bloomsdale spinach seed for $5 and $6 a pkg, for example.) I sometimes buy seeds from Southern Exposure and Baker Creek (mentioned in your video). But most often, I buy seed from Fedco, Renee's Garden and Everwilde. Everwilde sells seed in re-closable mylar packages designed to keep seeds fresh longer. Since I have a small garden and rarely use an entire packet of seed in one season,, that feature is very important to me. Fedco Seeds is a cooperative owned 60% by customers and 40% by employees, which appeals to me, and they have pledged to sell non-GMO seeds. Also, they have a large selection of seeds. Renee's Garden offers a smaller selection of seeds but includes many unique and interesting varieties that tempt me to try something new. I used to buy from Seed Savers until they began slapping a large legal advisory on the back of their seed packages. Not reassuring.

[@juneramirez8580]

I bought seeds for the first time from MIgardener. The packets are paper but there is a sticky strip under the flap that can be closed again to store those extra seeds we seem to have left over! Just open the flap. Don't slice across the top!

[@ErkuhCreations]

Sow True Seed! Based in Asheville, NC, employee owned, wide variety of seeds, live plants and bulbs, free shipping over $50, awesome artwork and merch as well. Have had great success with them in the past!

[@1stofAllHaHaHeeHee]

Happy New Year! I'm surprised you didn't mention MI Gardener. I've been using them for 3 years & found out about them from you. Thanks again!

[@angelastover3713]

I use most of those companies, but also use High Mowing and Botanical Interests

[@laurielangley2306]

sLove your selections. There are SO many sources to purchase seeds. I would also recommend Pinetree Garden, they have a tremendous variety of seeds to buy, they are relatively inexpensive, BUT, you don't get a whole lot of seeds. Great if you want to try something new or don't need a lot of seed. I also recommend MI Gardener. His seed seed variety is very good, and seed packets are about $2.00 or so a pack.

[@TimBeitz-vp2fw]

Been watching you for a couople years now . Got my seed order yesterday from tomato growers .

[@TheMillennialGardener]

NICE! I got mine from them last week 🙂

[@SunshineCountryChickens]

Dollar General just put their seeds out and for the first time in my life they have new varieties of flowers, the same flowers but different colors lol have great success with these seeds and they are still 2 packs for a dollar. Thanks for all the great information!

[@clairefbonilla]

I have had great results from St. Clare Heirloom Seeds. Excellent service and selection though things do sell out at times. Plus it is gratifying to support a family business with ethical standards.

[@coe141]

Seed Savers Exhange is good for heirlooms

[@nadiapoole2401]

I have had the best germination from Seed Savers

[@lisamillen8628]

I have my Baker Creek catalog, and usually try three packets each year. This year I'm trying mini corn, mini lettuce heads, and broccolli that grows like asparagus! Free shipping is great. I live in SW VA, so I just ordered the catalog from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange. Thanks for the information!

[@Cerbium]

Bought from Baker Creek for the first time this week and was surprised that the shipping was free, was not expecting that at all, more reason to keep them in my rotation of seed companies.

[@susanangelo7737]

Baker Creek is my go-to when I've overlooked a plant or thought there were more seeds left in a pack just because there's no shipping cost.

[@alienf9998]

Baker creek is awesome, use them every year!

[@Beth-p7r]

I like them for unique seeds that aren’t available from MI Gardener.

[@randym6104]

Seeds n Such, Pepper Joes, and Sandia Seeds we grow lots of peppers

[@courtneycullen6289]

OOH! Tomato Growers. I'm trying to use what I have (because I have an insane number of tomato varieties and seeds), but I can never resist Tomato Growers or Victory Seed for tomatoes. I'm heavy into the cool season flower planning, and I've only just started to peak at my summer beauties. After the fussy, slow start of tiny flower seeds, tomatoes are such a delight. Hoping for a better pepper year! It's 28 degrees and we have like 7 inches of snow. I so need this! and I totally need to plan a trip to Baker Creek this spring. It's only 3 hours away and I've almost gone a couple of times. Don't forget how cute their packaging is with the free shipping.

[@sheriharader2566]

My favorite seed company is Territorial. My garden is small , I find everything I need, and the germination rate is very good. I agree with poor germination rate from the large box stores. I filled in with zucchini seed and not seed germinated!!! A zero zucchini year!

[@josephsermarini5330]

My top three are: MIgardner - Very low prices, but no F1. Some things did not do well. I just won't order them again. Those that do well, I will buy again. You can't do much better than $2 a pack (and $1.80 or even $1.20 when they have a sale). Johnny's - Expensive but very desirable hybrids. I am trying their various pelleted seeds because those dam tiny seeds are trouble - especially carrots. Burpee - Bought some varieties recommended here by the Millennial Gardener and they have done well. I just ordered from Baker Creek. I have far more seed varieties than I will find room to plant! Fortunately seeds are cheap.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thank you for the reviews!

[@jujubee7351]

My Jacks all purpose came yesterday, Thank You much for recommending it . I needed a water soluble fertilizer that doesn’t smell for seedlings. In two days a sweet potato started rooting with the Jacks .

[@katiem9644]

I bought my seeds a month ago. I have to be really careful, I get so addicted to seeds and seed sales. Plus I have a big collection of seeds from previous years. Its a sickness! I buy a lot from Tomato Growers; their catalog is great, but Ive also bought from all the others you mentioned, and have had good luck with them all. I noticed the same with Hoss Seeds, they are hugely generous with the seeds. Have to give a shout out to MIgardener, too. Ive bought a lot from them, pricing and shipping are rock bottom, and Ive had great luck with the seeds. Their sales are killer!!

[@RyanVJones]

Highly informative, best growing channel on KZbin!

[@miaensuacre]

My favorite places to buy my seeds are Baker Creek (free shipping and free package of seed with your order), MI Gardener, this year, they changed the shipping cost but still, you can't find anyone cheaper than MIG with a good selection and good germination rate. Hoss and Burpee (shipping is $3.95 flat fee, yes, even for one package). Some business, their shipping price is stupid expensive or the seed count is very low. I had received packages with 10 tomato seeds. I've been growing for seven years now. I learned what and where to look for when ordering my seeds. Good information for the beginners but consider to try MI Gardener. Thank you!! I always enjoy your videos.

[@evelynrogers7145]

I like the way Dale talks, !

[@Photoamethyst]

I was going to suggest Hoss too. Just tried them last year and so far so good!! Also I agree with all the others who suggest MIGardener. They are the first seed company I send my friends, that I have talked into grow at least a little bit, to. Great Selection! Great Prices! And Honestly when I really got back into growing and the garden in 2020 I bought seeds from MIGardener. I still have some of those seeds and yes I am still getting decent germination from some of them!

[@Photoamethyst]

I also just made my first purchase from johnny seeds!! I am excited!

[@deancitroni4447]

I love both you and James videos. Your opening looked like an homage to him. I'm near Atlanta so closer to your climate. Wish I would have found him when I lived up in Maryland! As always great video and information thank you

[@TheMillennialGardener]

It wasn't meant to be, but him and I were actually texting today 😅 Atlanta's climate is very similar to mine. Maybe about 2-3 degrees cooler in the winter, and quite a bit drier in the summer, but it's 90% the same. Anything I grow in winter will grow in Atlanta.

[@kbasso19]

I really like Johnnys Select Seeds. Good germination and a nice selection

[@kg89808]

I second MI Gardener! His fertilizer Trifecta plus is the real deal. Forget Epsoma.

[@ChristyThorington-zp6dx]

Yesss

[@SarahK-d6o]

SeedSavers Exchange is great. They actually have an exchange too where you can buy seed from individuals.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

That’s really cool! I didn’t know that.

[@davidcraft4919]

I live in East Tennessee, Zone 7B. I have Baker Creek seeds, and have had much success. I also love Burpee, and True Leaf Market. My 2025 garden is going to be EPIC!!!! Keep on growin', everybody!!!! 🍻🍹🥃🍺🎸🤟🌽🍅🧑‍🌾🇺🇲🏴‍☠️

[@kristyholman351]

Great video! I hadn’t even thought about the seeds at the big box stores being outside, thanks for educating me! MI Gardener, Botanical Interest, and High Mowing are also good companies.

[@brichter4669]

I have ordered seeds from some of the companies you mentioned. I do like Baker Creek's free shipping. I also like Park Seeds and Hoss. I'm in zone 9a and Hoss has some seed varieties that grow well in my area. This is my 3rd year growing tomatoes in fabric grow bags and other veggies in my GreenStalk vertical planters. I don't have an in-ground garden. First year - dwarf tomatoes, second year - indeterminate tomatoes, this coming spring - micro dwarf tomatoes to grow in my GreenStalk planters. Happy gardening in 2025! 👍👍

[@Guerrero_Momma]

MiGardener and Tomato Growers Supply are our annual go to's outside of our local nursery & farmers markets.

[@victoriawyatt1785]

I live in the Piedmont, NC and I have had success with your list along with Homestead Heart, Annie’s Heirloom Seeds, Fedco, MI Gardener, Sow True Seed, Select Seeds, Co., let’s not forgot Keene Garlic (superb!), and a new seed company I’m trying this year is Seeds ‘n Such. Still trying to find success with potatoes slips… 🤔 Happy Gardening! 👨‍🌾

[@igleamingrace]

MIGardner is my first stop for seed buying! $2 per pack and free shipping at $20. Baker’s Creek is right after!

[@lolaseymour1532]

Took your advice last year & grew a few Brandy Boys. I will also be growing more this year. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

They are my favorite tomato of all time!

[@HardyGardening]

I like baker creek and for peppers i like scoville canada, great selection of very interesting peppers

[@tyleranderson4852]

Thanks for giving your favorite catalogs! Also I really appreciate your experience on heirloom tomatoes in the south. I have always grown heirloom tomatoes but only in Colorado and they do great, but we recently moved to central Texas and I have been hearing that they probably won’t do as well . But very little information on why. Your explanation is so helpful! Thanks!

[@seedhound]

Great list of companies.

[@Kevin-r5n2i]

Have you ever tried Migardener ? I live just southeast of Charlotte NC and I have had very good success with their seeds.

[@dawnbarone5804]

I buy a lot from Baker Creek but have had germination issues with some of the seeds over the past few years.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Sometimes, germination issues can be caused by incorrect storage and improper germination conditions. Make sure you are using a seedling heat mat set to somewhere in the 75-80 degree range for cool crops and 80-85 degrees for warm season crops. My heat mat is currently sent on 77 degrees, and germination was within 3 days. This video may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXmyY2aZhbdgkKMsi=atoZfGr29jpADvjW If you do not start them on a seedling heat mat, or you store them in a warm, humid location or in a sunny location, that can destroy the seeds.

[@dawnbarone5804]

@@TheMillennialGardener I store my seeds in a dark, cool location and normally buy fresh yearly. Most of what I buy does great, and their live plants are amazing, but as I said, lately some have underperformed. The May Queen lettuce and Purple Dragon carrots were my most recent failures. I planted them at the same time as Merlot lettuce and Kyoto Red carrots (which did wonderfully) so I don't think it was a seed starting technique issue. I did do a germination test of the Purple Dragons and had a 10% germination rate. On the upside, Baker Creek is awesome about replacing or refunding for failed products.

[@dawnteskey3259]

I've had issues as well...​@dawnbarone5804

[@dorothyfu7540]

Your comment about seed displays in inappropriate locations is right on. I myself have seen in grocery stores where the seeds are under sunny glass window! They are practically cooking the seeds. Obviously you buy A LOT of seeds, MG. What do you do with the extra seeds? Do you throw them away? Do you also collect your own seeds, especially the heirloom ones?

[@MBital1397]

For us Canadian growers, Veseys is definitely a top pick!

[@Zachary-Covert]

As a market gardener I really like Harris seeds. They've got tons of F1s I like to grow and the seed pricing is extremely reasonable when purchased in the 1000 or higher seed count

[@doglover1neo]

The San Diego seed company is great for those that are Mediterranean climate like Southern California. Growing plants in a given area really opens up their epigenetic gene pool to allow their offspring to flourish given the area. Understandably Southern California has very mild climate but just as with each climate needs different needs to make sure the plants thrive purchasing from smaller sellers is hedging your pets to ensure that you get a plant that will produce for you with the least amount of work or concern.

[@lily6034]

Thanx for the heads up on the catalogs.😊

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! I love getting those catalogs every year. It's the first sign of spring for me.

[@jessicajordan680]

Renee's Garden has some great seeds as well! I was gifted some herbs and greens from them in a seed swap and they grew well for me!

[@rebeccawood1993]

Great list. Love Tomato Growers Supply. I like Johnnys, Victory. Tomato Growers Supply and Johnny’s are recommended for Sungold. Usually my only hybrid. Live in Northern MN. I do grow hybrid peppers though. I also buy Seed Savers Exchange and High Mowing. Sand Hill Preservation in Iowa is worth looking at. Ordered from them many times. My daughter wants to start gardening. She lives just north of you near Jacksonville. Recommended your channel to her.

[@kathrynjones8252]

I get St. Clare Heirloom seeds. They have a good selection and reasonable prices. The seedlings are strong and the plants produce a lot of veggies. Of course, your videos have taught me how to raise them. 🤗

[@ecaterinaborta1951]

I love you Chanel. I am in zone 7 in Virginia. I use some of the companies that you use. I would like to add Jungseed ,too . I use them for couples years and I had very good luck with their seeds.

[@christophergetchell6490]

Thank you for introducing me to Tomato Growers! It looks like they carry my favorite hybrids, Sungold, and Super Sweet 100 for a very good price! A few of my other favorites are MI Gardener, Botanical Interests, and Gurneys. There is a seed company based here in MA that is sold at the big stores that I won't buy again because I've always had terrible germination. I wonder what Dale would think about my lights! I use a lot of really bright LEDs in just about every tree I can reach!

[@QivSeudo]

Migardener seeds are cheaper but can be hit or miss. Tomato growers germination are amazing. I love Baker Creeks free shipping. I love Victory seeds dwarf tomato project. Botanical interest comes in a beautiful box but their germination aren't as good.

[@smb-zf9bd]

I found MIgardener and like the price, variety and service. I always get an extra see packages also. Avoid Amazon - Foreign / wrong seeds. 😊

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Excellent! Some stuff on Amazon is good, though. I've never had anything but success buying actual *seed packets* off Amazon. Amazon sells Sow Right Seeds, Survival Garden Seeds and Gardener's Basics packets, and they've always been good to me. What I would not do is buy seed on Amazon that doesn't come in packets. I avoid the sellers that give you itty bitty plastic bags with random seed in them.

[@smb-zf9bd]

@@TheMillennialGardener I tried dwarf zinnias and got regular sized. The next order took forever (China) - no germination. The Marigold was not anything I'd ever seen. I like migardener because I get near 100% germination and Baker's Creek is Plant Porn! LOL .

[@heika5589]

@@TheMillennialGardener Yeah, that just happened with Katrina parthenocarpic cukes.... we will see what happens......

[@carolinawren00]

TY for the video. I like Johnny's, Tomato Growers, and Park Seed (SC). I'm in Brunswick County NC, and love Farmer's Supply as well for bulk seed by weight, not to mention it's a great store to find all kinds of growing supplies, amendments, tools, etc.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Farmer's Supply is awesome. That's also where I get all my wheat straw. If you want straw bales, they are *the place.*