Frequently Asked Questions

All of our seed products are packed by weight, rather than by count, so unfortunately a seed count is not available on all products. If a seed count is available, it will be listed in the Fast Facts section of the product. Generally, our packets of flower seeds usually contain approximately 1 tbsp. of seed, while our vegetable and herb packets contain approximately 1/4 tsp.

For vegetables, we recommend that one packet will be sufficient for a home gardener for a single season. For flowers, we have "seed coverage" information available on individual product listings that can help you to determine the correct amount of seed needed for the area you wish to plant.

No, none of our products are GMO, or genetically modified organisms. For more information on our stance on GMO Free seeds and to read our Safe Seed Pledge, please click here.

Some of our seeds are coated with a fungicidal treatment that protects them from pests and disease during the seeding and germination phases.

We sell Heirloom, Open Pollinated and Hybrid seeds on our site, as well as Organic varieties. We do not sell any GMO products. Heirloom seeds will be listed as "Heirloom" in the product title and/or description and can be found under the Heirloom drop down menu at the top of our site. Anything that is not designated "Heirloom" can be assumed to be open pollinated varieties. Known hybrid varieties will be designated in the Fast Facts section of individual products. Organic varieties will be clearly labeled in the title of the selection, i.e. Arugula – “Rocket” (Organic) vs. Arugula – “Rocket”

Proper storage is keeping the seeds in a sealed plastic bag or container to prevent insects, and in a dark, cool and dry place to prevent premature germination and other forms of decay. Do NOT store seeds in the refrigerator! We generally do not recommend storage if at all possible; the best option is to order in the same season that you intend to plant. However if you end up with left over seeds, you should be able to store through to the following season with favorable results. With proper storage, our seeds will lose less than 5% viability per year of storage.

The exact bloom time of our wildflowers will vary based on your unique region and circumstances. Our wildflower mixes include a wide range of varieties that will ideally bloom at slightly different times, to give you the widest range of color for the longest season possible. Most wildflowers will bloom in Spring and Summer but a few varieties will bloom into the Fall as well.

The important thing to remember with wildflowers is that perennial varieties will not bloom the first season. They need one growing cycle to establish themselves, and will be ready to bloom the following year after dying back in the winter. On the other hand, all annual wildflower varieties will bloom the first year.

No, we don't ship bulbs out of season. You can place an order for Spring or Fall planted bulbs at almost any time throughout the year, but bulb products are only available for shipment within their designated seasons. To see more information about our seasonal shipping, click here.

When you receive your shipment of bulbs or perennial roots, we recommend unpacking and planting the products as soon as possible. Bulbs and Perennial Roots are perishable, and as such should not spend extended time in storage if at all possible. If it is necessary to keep bulbs stored for any length of time prior to planting, we recommend that you keep them in a dark, cool and dry location. It is not necessary to refrigerate most bulbs (with the exception of Lilies and Peony roots) but exposure to moisture, heat and light should be limited.

Instructions and information on planting and care can be found here.