catalogs
2012 CATALOGS
-Here is a list of my SEED and GARDENING catalogs that I use when deciding which seeds to purchase.
SEED CATALOGS
Baker Heirloom Rare Seeds-My all time favorite seed catalog. It is the most BEAUTIFUL catalog out there in my opinion. It features beautiful pictures (makes me want to buy more!) of all kinds of heirloom varieties of veggies, flowers and fruits, many of which are very unusual and rare. It gives wonderful descriptions and history of where each variety orginated. Check them out. www.rareseeds.com
Seed Saver Exchange-As a SSE member I want to support this non-profit organization who is dedicated to CONSERVING and promoting heirloom varieties of veggies, flowers, fruits and herbs. It’s catalog is wonderful with many varieties of seeds that are hard to find or have been kept in families for generations. www.seedsavers.org
The Cook’s Garden-great catalog for the cook. I buy exclusively all my greens from this catalog as they have some great ones -unusual lettuce, mesclun mixes, oriental greens and some great flowers too. There are many other varieties of veggies too but I mainly get my lettuce fix here. www.cooksgarden.com
Totally Tomatoes-Every conceivable type of tomato, both heirloom and hybrid. The only place where you can get the licensed variety of “Big Zac” tomato as well. As a giant veggie gardener and a farmer’s market grower (where flavor and quality is king), they have many incredible varieties including some “giant varieties” of tomatoes. One of my main sources for tomato seeds. www.totallytomato.com
Tomato Growers Supply Company- Another great tomato seed catalog. As a medium size big tomato grower (I will grow over 20 varieties this year), I like to look at all the tomato catalogs and this is one of my main ones. I try to grow for either Competition (read size) or for selling at the local farmer’s market (read flavor, quality and unusual varieties). www.tomatogrowers.com
Johnny’s Selected Seeds-provides superior seeds, tools, information, and service. A general all purpose catalog packed with more than just seeds. www.johnnyseeds.com
Territorial Seed Company- I get my 5″ round peat pot from them for starting my giant pumpkins (most companies sell up to 4 ” size of peat pots). www.territorialseed.com
GARDENING CATALOGS
Peaceful Valley-I get all my row cover and most of my growing supplies from here. Great catalog! www.groworganic.com
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Gennie Fretty said,
April 6, 2010 @ 3:40 pm
Thank you for the Sunflower seeds and for the great display of you talents. When will you write a book for us old timers.we need your help. A Master Gardener’s Hand Book, or what?