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February 27, 2018 | #1 |
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Baker Creek Seeds - Anyone use them???
They were just recommended to me for some heirloom tomatoes, but I'd like your opinion from those who may have used them in the past.
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February 27, 2018 | #2 |
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I think the owner and operator is a jackass he insulted American Iraq War vets and he will NOT get my business.
I called him out on it he refused to reply and that is that. You asked I will tell what I think. Worth |
February 27, 2018 | #3 | |
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http://www.northlandlifestyle.com/20...-seed-company/ I support all vets, but this did not strike me as odd behavior from a seed saver's point of view. Maybe you are referring to something else? |
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February 27, 2018 | #4 | |
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Something like ((playing solder)) or war comes to mind referring to the war in Iraq and our children was said by this person that runs the seed place. You see to me it isn't political as far as war it is the fact regardless of the reason these young men and women go to war I will always be behind them 200%. Be it patriotism or poverty forcing them into a war I will be behind them, I have their back. For someone to insult them and say (play solder) is reprehensible. I can also forgive and I gave that person a chance right here on Tomatoville to do it personally to me. He chose not to. If he did it today or any day to me not a blanket apology but to me publicly I would forgive and forget and be done with it and never bring it up again. |
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February 27, 2018 | #5 |
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The free catalog from them, is probably the best going...
I didn't buy the $9.95 catalog this year but I may, it's like an encyclopedia. Selling seed, mixing politics, religion, are never a good combination. But some seeds they sell come from Iraq, and countries we aren't that friendly with are offered there. It's about seeds, not politics... |
February 27, 2018 | #6 |
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I have stopped buying from sites that state "$x.xx of your purchase goes to support (insert any cause here)" or similar things like that, whether I agree with the cause or not. Business owners need to keep the godgosh darnoodley mouths shut about their political/religious points of view if they want my business.
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February 27, 2018 | #7 | |
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Personally I have no bumper stickers or anything advertising my ideology or politics. If a business or Hollywood movie star does it and insults my ideas I am done with them. Many people here may think or assume how I am but only a hand full really know who or what I am. Other than the fact I love my country our people and young ones. |
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February 27, 2018 | #8 |
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I agree with others who have said negative things about Baker creek, Jere was also a political activist as many knew.
In addition to some of the other places that some above have suggested I'd like to add Sandhill Preservation in Iowa for many reasons, and also Dale Thurber's excellent place now moved to I think New Mexico. Right now I can't remember the name of his new site but it's listed in the seed and plant Forum here at Tville, along with almost all the other places that others above have suggested.And all those listings are Not their seed sites,usually a link to those, rather opinions from others about their personal experiences with those sites. Sheesh,I almost forgot to mention Tania's superb data base site and she also sells seeds and sends them everywhere. Carolyn
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February 27, 2018 | #9 |
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I agree with Worth. Besides, the last time seeds were purchased there were several wrong seeds and varieties. A couple may be overlooked but seemed to be little quality control. There are better sellers out there
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February 27, 2018 | #10 |
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This site might give you more info: https://davesgarden.com/products/gwd/c/14/0/
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February 27, 2018 | #11 |
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I can't speak to Baker Creek; have never bought from them. I can, however, highly recommend Tomato Grower's Supply Co., Territorial Seed Company, and Seed Savers Exchange. All three have a good selection of seeds and reliably fast service.
For those of you who may like "superhot" peppers, I highly recommend whitehotpeppers.com! Jon |
February 27, 2018 | #12 | |
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I highly recommend 'Victory Seeds': https://www.victoryseeds.com/ |
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February 27, 2018 | #13 |
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Baker Creek has provided me with good seeds, that germinate well, and grow true to type...
Don't know anything about insulting war vets... |
February 27, 2018 | #14 |
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Same here. They have always been wonderful to me and have answered any questions I have had and have been just helpful in general.
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February 27, 2018 | #15 |
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Their free catalog is a great read, nice pics.
To each his own when it comes to politics patriotism religion etc. Their seeds have grown well. Haven't bought from them in a while, and have gravitated to Park Seed and Harris for greens & herbs, and High Mowing for most others. Tradewinds gets a thumbs up too. Artisan seeds should be mentioned in the enthusiastic thumbs up category. Thumbs down on SeedsnSuch Last edited by Gerardo; February 27, 2018 at 10:11 PM. |
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