How to Buy Flower Seeds Online
Buying flower seeds online allows gardeners to buy uncommon flowers that their local nurseries don't stock. Online retailers also sell seeds when brick-and-mortar retailers have cleared out their inventory for other seasonal goods. Buy wisely and enjoy your springtime sprouts. Does this Spark an idea?
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Research
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Know your planting zone and the average length of your growing season. Flowers grown from seed often need more time to establish roots and foliage before producing blooms. Don't expect online retailers to deny shipment of an unsuitable flower to your zone, even if the plant will not survive. Contact your local extension office or consult a local nursery for information in your area. Also know what the seed's requirements are before purchasing. Various flowers do not grow well from seed, like lisianthus. Others require cold before blooming. Still others require periods of darkness or constant moisture.
Buy Wisely
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Select a reputable nursery. Some online retailers, especially those that market on auction sites or those that advertise cheap prices, have leftover seed from previous years or seed cut with filler. Verify the packaging dates for the seed and the seed count per package. The vast majority of quality seed retailers have a listed customer service phone number. Also look for return policies and guarantees.
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Plan Ahead
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When ordering the seed, arrange for your shipping time to coincide with the seed's recommended planting date. Many online retailers ship within a few days, but others may take weeks and push the edges of your planting window. After ordering, check your email for a confirmation. Some email clients automatically send email order confirmations that may end up in a junk mail folder.
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