Shopping Secrets Seed Companies Don't Want You To Know - Save Up To 75%

[@simpleman6591]

Don't ever trust this guy of the quantity of seeds in each pack. I got my order from him last week. Every seed packet I opened had more seeds than labeled on the packages. Most of them are already planted in the greenhouse. When you open the seed packs, you feel like a special customer. Thanks Luke.

[@shalonamaranth]

And be very extra careful. most of them will germinate. I had ONE seed not germinate from him this year... And I didn't even plant them properly. That one landed on the sidewalk.

[@brendanhanson2526]

same here!!

[@davidschmidt270]

Where's the info to get the seeds??? Also....I don't do credit card info over the phone or online ( hackers) so I like to do money orders... Is this acceptable?? 🤔🤔 Please get back at me, thanks

[@BRExteriorPro]

@@davidschmidt270 get with the times..

[@rachelk4805]

@@davidschmidt270 it is on the mi Gardener website and I think they do cash and money orders.

[@HKLee-dn1fh]

Recently I bought 10 seeds from MIgardener. The quality and price are unbeatable. He omitted unnecessary fancy looking packing instead put more seeds in the pack. The seeds look very healthy and a lot. Only one thing to comment is there is no written information about seed, like when to sow or soil ph etc. which is ok because if you watch his KZbin video, he explains very well and you will learn more than about the seeds. I'm so happy to have bought the seeds from him. I planted some of the seeds in the seed starter. I'll see what will happen. Thanks Luke for your passion for gardening and helping people through your work.

[@donnabrooks1173]

You are so real. Being a family man, I believe that is how you treat your employees. I ordered from you in the past 6 months and have been happy with the service and the seeds I purchased. May you continue to grow and prosper.

[@moirbasso7051]

Luke, your honesty is one of your greatest assets. As others have said, you offering seed packs for 99 cents is a godsend. Moreover, your passion is contagious. Yes, I could save seeds from what I grow, and I just might. But I also like the pretty pictures on the seed packets! And there are so many that I have yet to try.... lol

[@Truth-and-the-life]

Best seed shopping secret? Harvest your own seeds.

[@shaelstrata517]

Yep, but u have 2 get some from somewhere to grow b4 u can save them.

[@yunoyukki7344]

@@shaelstrata517 your family q:

[@LauraPerez-nh9zr]

Since I'm a new farmer, I'm looking for heirloom seeds and organic, do you Know heirloom seed cataloges?

[@yunoyukki7344]

Laura Perez don’t need to buy seeds just go around to farmers or stores u know and they will give u extras laying around, but if u want you can look around online to find some theirs tons of online sellers I personally never bought any seeds yet but my local co op had over stock and gave me 25+ pounds of seeds for free

[@mildreddavis1684]

Go to farmers markets, buy one fruit or veggie of the best quality - then, save the seeds

[@KateInTheCity]

I absolutely agree that you have the best value per seed out there. Your seeds are of good quality and the packaging is very nice and professional. You guys are doing a great job. I hope to see you continue to prosper.

[@darriusm661]

all i know is you provided me enough seed for several seasons on most variety, i am very pleased with the germination rate too, i planted two tomato seeds per starter puck and started twice as many as i needed (expecting some failure) i think i got in the neighborhood of 95% success rate, which means i have way more starts than i need. i have been passing on the good word to other gardeners about your great deals too! keep up the good work!

[@bethhuff9857]

I purchased a lot of different seeds from you a few days ago before even watching this video. I can't wait to get them in. I thought they were a very good price. And I am glad to learn that you don't put a lot of money into the packaging so that I can get a better price! You are awesome!!!

[@surginerc]

I’m reading comments and have visited your site. Seems like a good deal especially after having searched many seed vendors. Just finished my order and am looking forward to great seeds and a fruitful season.

[@ceh.8191]

I made my first big order from you all on yesterday! Love the ease of use of your site. You all are my now, one-stop seed shop. The same exact seeds I brought a year ago from somewhere else cost me three dollars more than what your site sells. Thanks for making gardening affordable.

[@nunyabiznez6381]

I bought sees from several sources this year. My Dad once told me that whenever possible obtain seeds from more than one source in case of germination failure. He suggested sowing from two or more batches of the same thing. I tried this. I bought seeds from Dollar tree at 25 cents per package and I bought sees from Burpee at around $3 a package and a few others in between. I did not buy anything by mail as I prefer to read the package before I buy and sellers on the internet tend not to give much information. What I found was little to no difference in germination rates for the same varieties. The plants are not much different. 75% germination for Better Boy tomatoes in both cases and the plants are indistinguishable. The only difference between the contents seems to be quantity. I got 27 pea seeds from American Seed sold in Dollar Tree for 25 cents and I got about 121 seeds from Burpee for $2.95 at Walmart. If I needed 121 pea seeds then buying five packages of American Seed would have cost me $1.25 and that is still a better deal. American seed has the same warranty that Burpee has so I see no point paying more for the same variety. The only other difference besides quantity and price is that Burpee and other major suppliers have greater variety.

[@barbtucker1601]

I bought from the MIGardener shop and also got more than I expected, everything sprouted well. The squirrels enjoyed the plants very much. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@dl7919]

Older video... but the great advice on seed buying is timeless. The MI Gardener Seed Store has certainly saved me a ton of money come spring planting time. Tried your Purple Malabar this season and it's growing great! I like it that your varieties are expanding so I can try a few new rarer seeds every year and still get the good old standards. BTW...got about 15 packages of your seeds and some Trifecta at a bargain package-price deal at a garage sale this season. (The lady said she loved your products but just couldn't get time to plant) I got to test out your Trifecta with some plantings...(growing with and without ) The results leave me with no doubt about it. I'll be purchasing Trifecta next season along with my seeds! Thank you MI Gardener!

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

Good to know Luke, thank you for clueing me in to this marketing of seeds. Edited to add- I have saved Delicata squash seeds successfully - as they have grown just fine the following two years. I keep them in a dry, cool location FYI. How seeds are stored matters seems to me.

[@dietriawoods5903]

Thanks Luke for making things affordable. I appreciate you sharing knowledge with us. You have taught me so much.

[@marc-andrechevalier973]

Those are good bits of advice. But, the reality is that most of us are running a small to medium gardens so the seed cost is negligible. With that said, buy MIGardener seeds and you will never have to worry about germination again. His seeds are loving life just as much as he is. Thank you Luke, cheers from Montreal Canada.

[@dougiefresh42069]

I didn't realize you had your own seed store until the day after i ordered over $100 from Baker Creek and another $30 plus from Seed Savers Exchange. you have basically everything i ordered with the exception of a few rare variants (which i didnt know i needed until i seen them on the other sites lol) and your prices are below half of what i paid for most seeds elsewhere. i buy my seed with the intent of not having to buy again for a few years but next time i need something im coming to you for sure!

[@colonelcalabash1]

Oh my! The young man is telling the truth. I went thru 6 different companies and Migardeners were cheaper on everything I wanted and he had all of the items I wanted. I am going to make my order tomorrow and I am saving so much it is unreal.

[@carlinfuller1176]

Even with low cost printing his seed packets are far superior. He knows what information we need and includes it on the pack. That is the most value to me.

[@tlgardens7598]

I just bought a bunch of your seeds. So far, they are really great. YOU are great. Thank you for what you do!!

[@Lynnaraye]

I adore the passion you have for gardening and self sufficiency. I can't wait to order my seeds from you,When I'm able to. I also love that you aren't pricing your seeds like the "Big Dogs". (We spent at least $20 last season on 6 packs heirloom seeds in our area. (At a tractor supply store ..ok ..don't judge me ..we just started gardening :P)) .. I'm really looking forward to trying some of your less common varieties !! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience !

[@valbakke]

Baker creek seeds has some varieties that I have never seen in any other seed catalogs. Some being very rare.

[@MIgardener]

oh totally! and I don't disagree there at all. I love baker creek seeds, and that is one that I patronize, but I don't go there for everything like I said because I need to also save money, and spending $4 on a packet of seeds is just not sustainable. I buy the average seeds somewhere else, and buy the unique one of a kind seeds there. :)

[@ceh.8191]

Most seeds I purchased from them didn't germinate at all.

[@Notiravgsarah]

Lorentell Williams really, I’ve never had a problem with seed germination with baker creek

[@michellebarnhill7947]

@@ceh.8191 Did you contact them and tell them? That's information they need. They would replace them m

[@Just-Nikki]

Lorentell Williams I usually have at least an 85% germination from BC. I agree that you should contact them, I believe they are a stand up company and would want to make it right for you.

[@spir5102]

Thanks for the money saving tips. I have also heard that Menards has 10 packages for a dollar sometime in February. I believe Dollar general and Dollar Tree also sell cheap seeds.

[@kenmosely540]

I buy from Fedco seed company they have such a huge selection of seed many unique varieties they have growers that grow for them their seed is non gmo their seed descriptions are phenomenal going thru their seed catalog is like reading a book the more quantity of each variety u buy the cheaper it is the more u buy u can get discounts several people can go together and buy seed it can count as one order over certain amounts u can get discounts

[@b3lg4r4th8]

I love this guy's videos, and his knowledge. MIGardener is one of my goto channels for advice and I would love to take advantage of his seeds. However, I live in England and the postage would take any savings that I could make on the seed.I get my seeds in one of 2 ways:1) Seed catalogues - there is always a section where seds are 99p or less2) Garden Centres - end of season 10p - 50p a packet (reduced from £1.99 - 7.99 a packet)

[@kimlettau4167]

I'm sorry I beg to differ with you . . your package is AWESOME! I love plain and simple, easy to read. That's what you offer and I LOVE IT!! Just got my first order from you couple weeks ago and you will be my go to seed company!

[@cblair8501]

But then came 2020. I'm buying for next year now, this year was a complete disaster. Just want to say thank you. I've learned so much from you. I'm buying only MIgardner seeds for next springs garden. Loved your fertilizer, just got another so I'm prepared next year & looking forward to the revive coming soon.

[@reneeday5271]

Hey Luke. I’m going to order from you today for the first time. Im in Portland Or getting started with my first garden. Very excited !!

[@jennydfrog8007]

I appreciate everything you do, you better believe my next batch of seeds are coming from you! Hands down cheapest price and amazing quality

[@farnorthweaver7793]

I live in the northern Panhandle of Idaho, and I begin my Tomato Starters under lights in my good sized garage, in mid February. The smaller the seed, the earlier you start it. Has been the standard for myself and Tomatoes since I moved North. Spent nearly 20 years in rural Alaska, but it works in Northern Idaho just as well. I'm an early starter these days, so I can get the job done, and start piggy backing plantings. I'm a lot older now, and it takes longer for me to get going and stay going these days. Love your channel!!

[@Yesnomaybe16]

Thank you very much for your seeds! In comparison with other companies and my own, yours were the best! Each variety had a picture and helpful instructions. Count on me as a returning customer.

[@janiecehamblen933]

I get seed catalogs all year long! Been burned by several of them. Plan to make a purchase from your company for next year.

[@carolynwatson4301]

Dollar tree seeds for common seeds. Baker creek for rare seeds.

[@gapey]

I got lots of seeds in the Fall from places trying to get rid of their old seeds. I got some for around 75% off. Also I attend local garden clubs seed exchanges and get seeds from those for free. :) Good tips though.

[@MIgardener]

Gapeys Grub well by what you are saying, you are actually affirming what I am saying that waiting pays off! :D

[@ZE308AC]

What are places that try to get rid of seeds? I feel home depot doesn't do that. I've only seen dollar tree selling there seeds at a discount price during the fall.

[@claytonbenignus4688]

You also need to add in your shipping and handling costs. Often, per seed prices change drastically because of S&H. I find it better to get a package deal to take the smallest S&H hit.

[@marthakratz7877]

I'm glad I happened to find this video from 6 years ago. I'll order from your site next time.

[@katieplant9603]

Woah, now look at you now! Over 750 varieties! Love seeing the growth ♡♡♡

[@nancyfahey7518]

I just made an order and it went thru real fast. Can't wait. Thanks, I'm not so great with the computer but it was easy.

[@midsouthhomestead9180]

You have come so far Luke. You do have great seeds. Thanks for your tips and information on gardening.

[@fatboysfarm3607]

You want to save your money ? Save seeds from the crop the year before and it costs you nothing. It is that easy.

[@alltheworldswonders4926]

Just be careful you don't plant say Jalapenos next to Bell Peppers because they can cross pollinate and change next generation

[@metaladder1018]

I just through bad tomatoes into one of my barrels each year and wait for them to germinate. When they start growing in know it's time to get my garden and other plants ready. Once they're big enough I thin them out and transplant to other barrels. Been working good this way for the last couple years, I just don't put cherry tomatoes in with them.

[@ryanwalsh5019]

AllTheWorldsWonders that sounds awesome! I might try that on purpose

[@shestoonina8279]

Can’t wait to start my garden! Glad I didn’t go crazy on buying seeds before I watched this video.

[@beinbrek]

My wife was a business major in college and I helped her study, so I'm familiar with much of what you had to say. That was why when I initially shopped around for seed I checked a number of sources, and I've increased the number of vendors I have bookmarked since. So I shopped around. Another tip is to do your research and know what varieties you want to plant next season, and then compare among venders keeping in mind that the seed you get will most likely come from seed plants acclimated to where ever they grow their stock. I bought before the new catalogs came out. There is still a variety of tomato I would like to get, but it won't be cheap. But, then, I know that going in. I bought from you to support your new business because I'm a subscriber and like you. That your prices were reasonable didn't hurt matters either. Because of my situation I don't have a lot of room to garden to start off with, so even on my limited budget the price of the seeds aren't critical at this point and I can pay a little more to get exactly what I want. But why pay more if I don't ave to? That's why I check around. Nice video. It probably wouldn't have hurt for you to mention the companies you've found the best to deal with. You don't have every variety out there in your store and customers usually appreciate "referrals" to companies likely to have what they want that you don't have. That helps build customer loyalty as well. That's a little something I learned while I was able to work.

[@MIgardener]

Stanley Loper hey, you definitely win some and lose some. I bought seed at full price as well for a few of my varieties, and I don't mind much.

[@beinbrek]

***** That's for sure. The tomato I'm going to have to pay a bit more for are the Indigo blues. You had a few when you started your store. But I missed getting them from you by about a day. There was a reason I didn't get them when I first saw them, I was waiting for my money. I plan on growing three varieties of cherry tomatoes next year for salads. I wanted each to be different color. I already have one red and a yellow, but when I found out about the indigos, I wanted to make them the third one. I've found a site which will cost more in total, but the unit price will be close to what you were selling them for. he idea, if I can pull it off, is to use the tomatoes to add the colors to our salads.

[@richardwhytsell7974]

so glad to see that I can get seeds from u now, I have been a fan for a long time. can't wait to put in my order, wishing u and your wife the most success, blessed be.

[@TeleRocker11]

Your seed store will save AT LEAST 75 percent. Thanks for mentioning it. How have those Yellow Pear tomatoes done for you? I grew some last season and they were the most prolific tomato I have grown. Definitely gotta buy some from you.

[@MIgardener]

TeleRocker11 the yellow pear is easily the most productive tomato I have ever grown. I TOTALLY recommend it for anyone just beginning. Easy to grow, fast maturing, and boatloads of fruit.

[@janicejurgensen2122]

Thank you! I’m new to gardening and was about to order. I did buy seeds from u last year and still have some!

[@lisaklassen8347]

It's 2020, urgency is a legit concern this year! I've never experienced hardware stores running out of seeds or basics like manure. I've bought for 2021 already.

[@rsnerd008]

Any update?

[@gabec2494]

2020 was a bust for finding seeds. Thankfully, my local co-op got plants grown from local nurseries that were ahead of the madness

[@umiluv]

It’s 2022 and I bought seeds like mad this year to make sure I had seeds because I’m afraid inflation will make shipping seeds insanely costly next year.

[@koltoncrane3099]

If you're studying business I did that in college. I'd encourage ya to follow some macro investors and listen to them because I've learnt tons more since college. If only I could go back to question the professors on some topics haha. Here's some good ones: George gammon, peter schiff, kitco news, mark moss, jim rogers, doug casey, lyn alden, luke growmen, Euro dollar university, macro voices, and tons more. They definitely help explain more macro views. Good luck being an entrepreneur.

[@theresathreadgill1386]

Wish I'd seen this 3 weeks ago!! I have plant it fever!! Folks around my area already have planted potatoes, carrots and other root stuffs. But I did hold off till yesterday! But today we have 40s temps. I am so impatient I know better. I only planted lettuce, kale and collards. They are in grow trays under lights.

[@tammynevil2422]

You help all the time, I tried the take the seeds from the plant from the store and plant them

[@markratte]

Whenever possible I buy seeds from your website. GREAT pricing and germination.

[@pamelaselden6267]

A few years ago a couple of the big ag companies bought up these smaller seed companies. They kept the original company names, but most of the seed catalogs are from one or two companies like ConAgra. They now have GMO varieties.

[@bananaman752]

How about looking at it this way----> You say save money on seeds Right? But my most expensive seed pack cost me about $3.00 and I received about 20 seeds for that dollar amount. I grew that variety last year and saved seeds from the fruit now I have about 200+ seeds for three dollars and that was off one plant...I guess its how you look at it... your glass can be half full or half empty....I buy my seeds at the end of every season they seem to be the cheapest then. Good tips though

[@MIgardener]

But see, there is the kicker. Most don't save their seed, and most are not experienced enough to get the most out of those 20 seeds. The average person who gets 20 seeds will be lucky if they get 8 plants to maturity. It is a sad but true fact.

[@TerryMcGinn]

***** Midwest Gradening That's true enough and there are some plants that are very easy to save seeds from - tomatoes, beans and lettuce for example - that people really can save money by buying once and then saving seeds from there on. That doesn't, however, mean that Luke's suggestion is any less valid. Why not save money on those first 20 seeds too?! I mean, yeah, it might be the only 20 seeds of that variety that you ever buy (it shouldn't be, even if you do save seeds), but that doesn't mean that you should over pay for them, either.

[@MIgardener]

Terry McGinn ;) I also agree with that. Thanks for commenting.

[@bananaman752]

I ageee

[@bananaman752]

***** didn't think of it that way ....that's why I tune into your show man...

[@crismclucas9845]

Remember to figure in the cost of shipping and/or handling as well. Some companies charge a flat fee. Others charge per seed packet.

[@HKLee-dn1fh]

Luke is telling us the truth about his seed selling, that's what I experienced from buying seeds from him this time.

[@MIgardener]

HyunJong Kim I am so glad you found my message to be truthful and of value to you. Thank you

[@workwithnature]

Hi Luke, Nice video ;) So true in regards to buy enough seeds. Most of the time one gets only a minimum. Barely enough to grow any reasonable quantity for the year. You just end up buying several packets. This is even more so true if you want to keeping that population going year after year yourself. As you know yourself you buy a nice sweet corn variety that did well in your garden only to find out later those ten seeds you got in the first place did not suffice. Your population dwindles some years later and sadly you can't get that variety again as the company discontinued it. This can happen a lot. Trust me as someone working in that same seed industry. Also many companies will sell the same seeds, but there are of course many that sell different ones too. So many amazing varieties out there are in need of growing, that are worth trying and even adapting to your region. Really good subject and video. Liked it a lot.

[@MIgardener]

Work With Nature I am so glad you liked it! It always makes my day when I see your comment pop up, its been a while! :) I love your crossing series. Please do more.

[@shirleysillekens3643]

MIgardener interesting information about seed secrets Will try. Next year Shirley sillekens

[@33laughoutloud]

I swear I'm not a stalker! haha! I just think you and your girlfriend are the BEST! Your videos are GREAT and have REALLY helped me! I can not thank you enough! Do you have a video explaining exactly what to buy for growing vegetable plants indoors from seedlings. I'm wanting to use the mixing soil you made and put them in little cells/trays to germinate... but I need help.. because I don't have a light for them. I was thinking I could just keep them up top on my fridge to germinate... or in the oven (with it off of course) and then set them outside on my patio for sun. I'm in Southern Cal. And this week it's suppose to be in the 70's. What can I start to grow. I'm TOTALLY gonna buy seeds from you guys! SOOO EXCITED!!! Keep up the FANTASTIC work!!!!

[@scotmcpherson]

Something he didn’t mention is at least 5 of those catalogs are actually the same company. I noticed one day that my customer number was the same on all of the catalogs I get. I even made an order by calling the phone number and said. I want this from the Gurney’s catalog, this from the Henry fields, etc etc etc and the person processed my order.

[@ElinWinblad]

Scot McPherson none of mine match I just checked

[@dianeduanecounterman7126]

Scot McPherson I noticed the same customer number about 2 years ago. Out of 8 or 10 catalogs, I had only 2 customer numbers. Duane

[@vincentneale2620]

I use a spreadsheet and list all seeds compared with quantity to work out the best value

[@bryanroye1112]

Wow would you be willing to share your spreadsheet? I never thought about that.

[@wendyeames5758]

That's hard to do when you consider seeds are sometimes sold by the oz, gram, seed count...

[@lovnmyworld1922]

Great video, I did want to bring up that you may save money on the seeds but will also have to take a look at the shipping and handling cost and sometime the exchange rate when purchasing outside your country. I live Canada and have started planting my entire backyard as a veggie garden and yes price does matter. I have also so started making seed tape in order to use less seed and space out the vegetables to give them the room they need to grow which also helps on saving money in the garden. I will have to check out your site. thanks

[@GoodThingsEtc]

Much appreciated!! I comparison shop all of the time. Guessing I need todo the same for seeds.

[@samuelblevins4308]

ive seen it where a seed company had seed in the catalog for $6.95 and i could go the garden center and buy the same seed from the same company for like $3

[@sharonpace497]

I belong to KCCG (Kansas City Community Gardens) and they help low income people like me garden. I get seed packets for .20. I get plants 3/1.00. If you have a community garden association, they are the best!

[@kcfamilyfarm939]

I'm originally from the KC area (raised in KCK), good to see there is an organization like this in my hometown. I moved to GA a few years ago to start my homestead, and man do I miss the KS soil! I never had to amend my soil there as much as I have to now in this GA clay.

[@theresakoch3738]

Payson, AZ public library has a great seed library...free sounds great to me!!

[@samanthagartland8778]

Oh my god. I freak out when I get my seed catalogs and then I gotta reign myself back in because I know I will get lots of free seeds from our local gardening non-profit organization. I couldnt belive I already saw some of the hardware stores out with seeds already!

[@TerryMcGinn]

Another great video Luke! I just finished my seed order yesterday and your method is the same method that I have been using for years. I complicate it a bit by adding distance (to support local companies where possible) to the equation. I build a huge sortable Excel sheet (1700 rows this year) with all the seeds and seed suppliers that I want on it and then I sort it and make my selections from there. It take the better part of two weeks to do it all, but I think I end up making better decisions. It's certainly nice to know, before the first dollar is spent, exactly how much the whole order will cost. Great tips!

[@MIgardener]

Terry McGinn YOU my friend are totally amazing. I love that! Talk about saving money!

[@loneponder]

tERRY CAN YOU SHARE YOUR SPREAD SHEET? Oops caps lock I am not so proficient with excell it takes me too much time to build a sheet.

[@MIgardener]

Matthew Metzler I second that. Share the spreadsheet!

[@TerryMcGinn]

I'm not sure if this will work, I've never done this before: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vmOH-amLLZLDbaSFP_Uu9PJcpkoUiqZnqEi0KbJdpa4/edit?usp=sharing That version is missing some conditional formatting that I used to colour-code the prices based on their value in a gradient from red to green (which Excel can do automatically), as well, this is only the top sheet from my seed order... once I'm finished with my order I delete the working sheet - the big one with all the options on it - in order to prevent myself from buying "just one more packet". I'm sorry I didn't keep it, although it's basically exactly the same as this sheet, only with more subsheets for vegetable families to make things more organized. There were many other providers on the list, but a preference was given for keeping the orders to a minimum, buying local/Canadian, etc. Sometimes it just comes down to a judgment call, the numbers can't always win. If I can find a better way to share the sheet I will. And I hope someone finds this helpful.

[@MIgardener]

Terry McGinn Holy cow that is thorough, but holy cow a ton of money!!! I could have saved you quite a bit in most areas ;) lol but that's ok too.

[@Fezdani]

I just found your seed shop now, mention it in one of your more recent videos! Here in Canada, boy do we get ripped off on seeds. It's not uncommon for seed packets to go for $3.99 and up for 10, 25 seeds sometimes. Even with the currency exchange I'm going to save a bundle. Woe is me that I found it just as we're going into Winter!

[@alexv3371]

I think MIGardener seed packs are beautiful and simple :)

[@tomjeffersonwasright2288]

My local feed store sells bulk seeds by the scoop, for less than the cost of mailing seeds. The rest I get online, from specialty seed raisers IN MY AREA, proven winners for my microclimate. All seeds are not equal, as is evidenced by germination rates, which in my experience have ranged from about 30% to 95%. Germination varies with processing, storage conditions, age, and cultivar. Also, some wholesalers sell off old seeds at a discount that comes out as cheap price but low germination rate. And if a company prints a catalog, I and other buyers pay for it. My best buys have come from recommendations from local fellow gardeners, and they are not always the cheapest seeds. I have had mixed luck on Ebay, with some good seed buys, but some bad cuttings which were not the flower color listed. Next I will try some of the free online seed exchanges. The price is right, but the selection is limited.

[@6996katmom]

From what I have seen, yes you have the best prices. My one problem is, I am in zone 9 and you are more north. I have a hard time finding pepperoncini. Only one place had it. But I want to know if all your seeds will grow here. I am down by Galveston, Texas. The best tomato plants here are Celebrity, Surefire, Sunmaster, and Heatwave.

[@MIgardener]

+6996katmom All our seeds will grow for you, we absolutely guarantee it.

[@mrsmcs93]

The price per seed is the biggest reason why I no longer purchase from certain companies who will remain nameless. A $1 seed package with 8 seeds in it is just not a good deal. Thank you Luke for being honest.

[@denisenj7648]

I bought n planted a bunch of different seeds from him and I planted tons so they would sprout and they ALL did and now there are way too many. Lol. And I still have lots left in the packages. This guy's a manace!

[@ElPistolero06]

Hey Luke, Great info. brother. It seems that your knowledge is endless, lol. Seriously though, you always share a lot of great info. in all your videos & it's greatly appreciated. As of yesterday (1-5-15) I have 3 tomato plants sprouting (indoors of course)😃 I hope we all have a great 2015 gardening season. It's great relaxation & we get food which is a good thing, lol. I hope you & Sindy are doing well. Tell her I said HOLA!!! ~Pete~

[@MIgardener]

I am so glad you liked yesterdays episode. I had fun filming it! I told Sindy hello, and she says Hola back. we are planning some super cool things for 2015 so hold on tight!

[@ElPistolero06]

That's awesome!!! I can't wait to see what you have planned 😃. I will definitely be watching.

[@amandawilder7353]

I see Territorial in the thumbnail, I'm from Cottage Grove Oregon, they sold Brussels sprouts in June, I didnt know better, they did. I planted it and it bolted, wasted money. But they do have great seeds.

[@denisestalder4696]

Very, very happy with the seeds I purchased from your site this year!

[@ambervanzitamore]

i buy all my seeds from you. great quality, nice packaging, and 100% germination rate. I'll be referring everyone to purchase only from you.I know you said you don't have nice packaging, but I disagree: it's simple, yet elegant, and because it's non coated paper, I can toss it into my worm farm for compost.

[@lornabelboda9163]

Hi my friend

[@lornabelboda9163]

hi my friend you are looking beautiful

[@dkburruss]

“Not going to be fruity tooty with my money”. I love it!!!❣️😉👍🏻

[@OfftoShambala]

Wow, you have a lot of great seeds... will be ordering from you soon! Thanks so much! Glad to find your channel.

[@TheTennesseeMom]

The urgency thing- true when this was recorded but not since 2020. Have to buy early now!

[@annc2965]

You are awesome. I love my seeds. Cant wait to see them grow.

[@joerowland607]

Well here in Florida if you buy seed at worthlessmart or homodepot you have to buy them in April and keep them until September. If you don't take steps to keep the bugs that are prevalent in Florida off your seeds then you end up with dead seeds. I try to order in bulk which makes them cheaper. Buy your seeds by weight not by the packet. Meaning buy a quarter ounce of seed even if you only need a gram. It will be cheaper.

[@shawncrowley9386]

Bakers Creek is off line because of too many orders. I went there and they are closed to the public because of covid. I was wondering if you can update this video since these are crazy times. I was at Lowe’s on January 2 they had their seeds out and people were buying seeds and soil mulch lumber. Just want to let you know I enjoy all your videos. I think I’m through half of them

[@miwanabanana]

I gladly pay extra $ to get seeds from reputable source. The only 2 places I get seeds from are rare seed co and kitazawa seed. Kitazawa seed is local for us so there's that incentive for me to support them.

[@TheEmptynester]

Thanks, Luke! I wish you much success in all that you do. You have help many.

[@MIgardener]

awww well thank you!

[@ryanfreeman9766]

Glad I found this video. I will be buying all the seeds I need from you now! Do you ever plan on selling plants or berry seeds?

[@fluffysuds]

Great video! I have a bunch of seeds from last year but my garden didn't do so great. I'll be buying from you so I know they grow well in Michigan. Thank you!

[@MIgardener]

fluffysuds they do indeed grow well in Michigan. Tried and true by me!

[@RiverPlaid]

you are getting good recommendations. I'm gonna buy from you so please keep growing your company.

[@shalonamaranth]

Now that I've shopped at MIgardener... And other brand name places. For the same kinds of plants .. I make my lists from whatever catalogs are lying around. Then I price check. And then I check MIgardener for the same variety. If Luke has red Garnet Amaranth, even if it shows a lower price elsewhere I'm gonna bet that he's sending more seeds... Especially if they only list weight on the packet. I bought amaranth from 7 companies this year. 7 different varieties. Only Luke and Baker Creek even germinated... And his cost way less (99 cents vs 3.64) for quite a lot more seeds. Just for anyone coming late to this video...

[@tricialongo3283]

Thank for this info! Also, I am interested in the grow lights you have in the background, please share where you purchased them.

[@meb4142]

That’s a good explanation for what Bakers Creek and Teritorial are sky high I’m their prices !

[@koltoncrane3099]

You can literally buy seeds for 10% of the retail price right now like from Cal Ranch. A pound of red detroit beets are $1.50 instead of $15. That's a great deal. You go to Ace and its $2.5 for a scoop haha. Like stock up when they're on sale. I think mylar bags or something can help with storage.

[@koltoncrane3099]

You're prices also are cheaper than a lot of stores after looking at your website. I'll have to order some.

[@matthewszostek1819]

I have never gotten seed catalouges in my life. I wish I did. How does this happen? It doesn't matter when you are going to plant. You need to swim in youre pile of seeds like scrooge mcduck imagining all the possibillities. Its the same thing. The sooner the better. Gimme now.

[@heartsfiregarden6352]

Matthew Szostek How did you know that I do that? 😆

[@mammothenterprises2921]

price per seed might be same as some companies because the tomatoes are 25 per pack so 4 cents each approximately but shipping is reasonable. I have bought over the years packs for $3 to $4 with a lot more seeds but who needs a hundred tomato seeds of one variety?

[@rickeshpatel4025]

I got non gmo seeds from the dollar general, American seed looks ok about to find out if they are good. 25c per packet, less seeds which is great for my backyard garden. 😊

[@suzycowan5072]

Hi Luke, I hope you and your lovely family had a wonderful Christmas (2018). I have been watching your channel for a while now and thank you for all the wonderful tips and tricks you have taught me. I am really going to be needing your help this next year as I am moving from North-Central Colorado (20 miles North of Denver) to Columbus, Ohio. I have just spent the last five years learning how to garden in a 5b zone, high altitude (5400 ft), unpredictable weather area and now find ourselves relocating again to Central Ohio. Don't get me wrong, I am getting excited about the move, my husband just got a wonderful job there, but the thought of having to learn all over again in a lower altitude (902 ft), not to mention that I am not sure of the growing zone yet. But I moved here to Colorado from a zone 9-10 out in the California desert where nothing grows unless you're a cactus or a Joshua tree... so I am doing my best to learn as much as I can. Our weather here in Colorado was so crazy this last season that by the time the ground was warm enough to get my garden going (June 10th) we were already looking at a very short season and it ended up being a very stormy season at that and we lost most of our crop to hail storms (as well as our roof), and then lost the last of our crop (all of my Tomatillos) to an early frost. Our Habaneros, and Jalapenos never even had a chance. Anyways, I did not mean to run on like this, I meant to just ask you for as much advice as you can send my way for gardening in Central Ohio. Happy New Year Luke, may it be a prosperous one for you and may you and your family be healthy, safe and happy throughout the coming year.

[@Freedom2025-x2b]

Wow! Knowledge! Would love an update.

[@nedmotley1470]

There is a cooperative seed company in Maine that sells many seed varieties that Luke may not carry or if he's out of stock. It's called FEDCO seeds. Look them up online. Minimal packaging, high integrity, reliable results. Check them out if you haven't already.

[@kclewis8360]

This is why I love MIgardener seeds. I just wish you sold some plants. For example strawberries and blueberries. For these plants I just shopped around online for the best prices. If I shopped in the stores it would of cost me what I call hiddden fees or fuel to get to the stores.

[@VaughnMalecki]

I had to have more. You've turned me into an addict.

[@limitedslip82]

i didnt realize you sold seeds. just got done placing my order! i dont know if ive mist it in your other videos or not but be sure to mention your store! i do have selective hearing just ask my wife lol.

[@MIgardener]

limitedslip82 HAHA the funniest thing about that, is I have selective hearing according to my fiance as well! It must be a guy thing.... Who knows!

[@bellaspatiogarden3493]

So far I'm loving the seed I purchased from you this year

[@bbroomm]

I actually just got my seeds that I bought from your site yesterday, they look great! I did cut open the Red Giant Mustard while opening the package tho, so I lost most of that seed. But no biggie, the six varieties of seeds I bought look great and I can't wait to get some soil so I can plant them. I live in zone 10, so I can basically plant all year round from what I've seen online, just need some good soil to do it. Thanks!

[@MIgardener]

Shake the package onto a paper plate or over the garden :) the seed has to be somewhere! if it ended up on the ground, simply vacuum up the seed, and empty the vacuum waste into the garden. Nothing is ever "lost".

[@bbroomm]

***** Oh, I'm not worried about it. There was plenty of seed left for me to plant. It kind of went all over the counter and the floor so I thought it "contaminated" and saved what I could and sacrificed the rest =) But your packages are so generous with the seed. I only have a patio garden, so I would not have used all of it anyway. I'm more concerned about a good soil for my zone and space. I watched your video with the comforter bag and I just so happen to have one...so thanks again!

[@MIgardener]

bbroomm OH yeaaaah! I am so excited that you are using the comforter bag idea! That thing produced and produced! It was free, and one of the best little pick me ups to go out and harvest some lettuce every day.