Frequently Asked Questions

About the seeds

Are your seeds organic?

Yes. Everything is grown without synthetic pesticides or herbicides on our 2.5-acre grove in Ojai, California.

Are they heirloom or hybrid?

Most of what we sell is heirloom and open-pollinated, which means you can save seed from your own plants and grow the same thing again next year. Anything that is a hybrid says so on the product page.

How many seeds come in a packet?

It varies by variety — the count is listed on each product page.

How should I store seeds?

Cool, dark and dry. A sealed jar in a cupboard beats the fridge for most gardeners, and beats a sunny windowsill by a mile. Stored well, tomato and squash seed stays viable for years.

When should I plant?

That depends on where you garden. In most of the US, tomatoes and tomatillos want to be started indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost; squash and melons prefer to be sown straight into warm soil after it has passed. Your local extension office will know your frost dates better than we do.

Orders and shipping

Where do you ship?

The United States only, for a flat $5 per order. See Shipping & Returns for the details.

Is there a minimum order?

Yes, $5.

How long until my order arrives?

Orders are packed within a day or two, and USPS usually takes 3–7 days from there. You will get a tracking number by email when it ships.

Can I change or cancel an order?

Email us as soon as you can. If it has not been packed yet, we can almost always sort it out.

Do you sell plants as well as seeds?

Sometimes — live plants, fresh fruit and cut branches appear seasonally, especially around the holidays. They sell out quickly and only ship within the US.

Other

Do you do wholesale or bulk orders?

Get in touch. For a market stall, a school garden or a community project we can usually work something out.

Where can I see reviews?

We have been selling on Etsy since 2020 — you can read the reviews on our Etsy shop.

How do I get in touch?

Email Ron.seedstore@gmail.com, or use the form on the home page.