Here are some tips on how to find the best seeds for your spring garden.
Denver — Seed ordering season. Catalogs arrive in the mail and gardeners dream of spring.
Please check the seeds you already have on hand before ordering. Most seeds can survive for several years, but the germination rate declines after a few years. If you keep your seeds in a cool, dark, dry place, they may do well. Some people store seeds in plastic containers or in the freezer.
Some prefer hard copy catalogs, but almost all seed companies have an online presence. I like to make my first selection from the catalog and then visit his website. If you’ve never ordered seeds, you can request a catalog online. It’s helpful to know the names of the major seed companies, but if you don’t, go the other route.
There are also specialty seed companies that focus more narrowly on landraces, native plants and tomatoes.
Be quick as some types sell out quickly. Some types of seed also need to be started early, such as pansies, dianthus, and annual foxgloves.
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