These folks get the bulk of my seed order every year. I have found them to be reliable sources of quality seed that is well-adapted to my garden's growing conditions.
Johnny's Selected Seeds
These guys get a big part of my annual seed order. Their Maine trial gardens' summer
climate isn't much different than mine, so I know I can count on their seed to do well
in my garden. Johnny's sets the standards for seed companies, in my opinion; indeed,
Steve Solomon credits Rob Johnston (founder of JSS) for inspiration and help when he
started Territorial.
Territorial Seed Company
If Territorial sells it, I know it has grown well at their trial grounds in
Cottage Grove, Oregon. Their varieties for the summer garden are second to none;
but what makes them really indispensable to the maritime vegetable gardener is
the seeds they sell for the winter garden. A truly helpful group of great people.
The Cook's Garden
Shepherd Ogden's company is located on the other side of the US, but I have found their
main season varieties to be quite well-adapted to our climate. Cook's has an amazing
assortment of salad greens! I am also impressed with some of their other unique offerings,
both heirlooms and new varieties. In addition, their pages are loaded with additional
information for the home gardener.
Park Seed Company
Let me say right off - I would NOT recommend their vegetable seeds for the maritime gardener! I'm sure it's of good quality; but their South Carolina climate is not going to be very relevant to our gardens. However I love looking through their catalog, and I've been consistently happy with the quality of their flower seeds. I don't think you can go wrong buying from Park.
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