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hillfarm
(24 reviews) |
On March 26, 2008, hillfarm Quesnel, BC
(Zone 4a) wrote:Ordered for the first time from this company in January 2008. Fast & painless shipping to Canada. Excellent germination; great selection. Generous seed counts - many (but not all)were "over-packed". Will definitely order from them again. |
| Positive |
brokenarrowjbe
(2 reviews) |
On March 7, 2008, brokenarrowjbe Citra, FL
(Zone 9a) wrote:Have ordered for a few years running. Seeds of good quality. order arives in timely manner. Great selection of tomato and pepper seeds. |
| Positive |
curriedrice
(6 reviews) |
On March 6, 2008, curriedrice El Sobrante, CA wrote: Good company! I've ordered twice from them. Reasonable prices and prompt shipping and delivery.
Moreover, the seed viability was very high. I ordered a number of tomato varieties as well as some peppers. |
| Positive |
sunkisst
(5 reviews) |
On February 20, 2008, sunkisst Port Saint Lucie, FL wrote: My 2008 order came complete and in a timely manner.
Most of the 18 varieties of tomatoes and peppers have had a good germination rate.
All in all, I would recommend them to a friend and in all likelihood I will supplement my season with some more seeds from TGS. |
| Neutral |
stevejer
(4 reviews) |
On February 19, 2008, stevejer Underwood, IA wrote: I have ordered from Tomato Growers Supply for several years, but my most recent experience was sort of annoying. I ordered, among other things, a packet of Aji Dulce pepper seed and Neves Azorean Red tomato seed. I received two packets of the Azorean Red and no Aji Dulce. I called and was told that the pepper seed would be mailed to me. I asked if I should return the extra packet; the customer rep said yes. I returned it with a note of explanation but my pepper seed never did show up. Only one seed packet, but still it rankles, especially since the company's customer service number is not a toll-free number.
In the interests of fairness, I should repeat that I have ordered from the company several times and usually have loved their products. Apparently I just caught them on an off day. |
| Positive |
GoodDirtFarms
(1 review) |
On February 18, 2008, GoodDirtFarms Newberry, FL wrote: My wife and I ordered a ridiculous amount of tomato, pepper, and eggplant seeds. The pictures and descriptions were too good. Seeds arrived, were planted, germinated incredibly well. Suggested improvements: notification of ship date (did notify that order was received) and other shipping methods available besides USPS, not that there were any problems. All in all, an amazing variety of good quality seeds at a very fair price. Great catalog. We look forward to making our next order with them. |
| Positive |
gypsyfamilyfarm
(6 reviews) |
On January 16, 2008, gypsyfamilyfarm Evansville, Manitoulin Island
(Canada) wrote:Another "new" company that I found through the Davesgarden website. I am amazed at the varieties they carry and am equally impressed with the high quality website. Delivery was very quick for an international order.
Random seed counts showed easily twice the minimum number of seeds listed on the packets. The seeds look clean and intact. Hopefully I will have a chance to update later with germination and production info.
Highly recommended. |
| Positive |
David_Paul
(4 reviews) |
On December 31, 2007, David_Paul Clinton, CT
(Zone 6b) wrote:Placed two orders last spring and both times received seeds within a week. Germination rates were 90%-100% on 18 cultivars. That included some, such as the Micro-Tom , which can only be considered curiosities and can't be great sellers. Glad there is a company which stocks such an assortment. 2008 catalog arrived today with some interesting additions. Be ordering eggplant and pepper as well as tomato seed from TGS this year. |
| Positive |
pennyrile
(2 reviews) |
On November 18, 2007, pennyrile Evansville, IN
(Zone 6b) wrote:I've ordered from TGS for the past three growing seasons. Since I usually order early in the fall, I assume I'm getting last season's seeds and have never had any germination problems with either tomatoes or peppers.
Any company selling contract grown, open pollinated tomato and especially pepper seeds can have some cross pollination issues, but I've only had two wrong seed plants out of dozens of varieties I've started from TGS. Both wrong seed plants made some very interesting and good results ... so that just added to my experience and enjoyment.
I've called TGS on the phone a few time and Linda has always been business-like but cordial. When the 2007 catalog offered Chapman tomato, I ordered early but got back-ordered. Linda sent me a cheque for the amount of the Chapman seeds, but I wouldn't even consider cashing it after all the good service and product I got from them in the past 3 years. A month or so later, the Chapman seeds arrived which probably cost TGS more for postage than what they made off the seed sale.
I still have their refund cheque in my record drawer just in case I'm starving to death and dead broke next year.
pr |
| Positive |
amideutch
(1 review) |
On November 16, 2007, amideutch Albersbach
(Germany) wrote:Just would like to give the folks at Tomato Growers Supply An ATTA-Boy or Girl for the fine service given on my order for 2007. Initially I tried to order online but on their dropdown for country listings they didn't have Germany. Gave them a call and they said "No Problem" put your address in the remarks section and the rest is history. Received my order in 5 days. Super Service. Amideutch
PS Germination rate was super and all varieties came true. |
| Negative |
BobTomato
(1 review) |
On October 31, 2007, BobTomato Tampa, FL wrote: I really hate to relay negative experiences, but I hate to see my fellow hobby growers meet with disappointment and ill treatment. I bought multiple packs of seeds from this company. One out of many packets did well. The others, even the free pack, had a terrible rate of germination. A woman named Linda is the manager apparently and I personally found her to be extremely rude, and far from accommodating. I felt really taken advantage of and would never buy from them again if they were the only seed company in existence. |
| Positive |
calistria
(1 review) |
On April 28, 2007, calistria Park Hills, MO wrote: This is my second year ordering from Tomato Growers, and I have been very pleased with quick shipping, and excellet germination. I have always been in the habit of planting extra seeds to compensate for ones that don't germinate, if I do that with Tomato Growers seeds I wind up with a bunch of extra plants! Awesome! My husband loves the variety of peppers (hot ones) each year we have added new varieties to our order. Great company to deal with!!! |
| Positive |
ktkawaguchi
(2 reviews) |
On April 20, 2007, ktkawaguchi Woodland, CA wrote: This is my second year ordering from tomato growers supply. Last year, I was pleased with my order of tomatoes, peppers, and tomatillos. The germination rate was good and the plants did well. This year, I added a bunch of eggplants to try out.
I will order again next year as they are fast and accurate. About the only down side I can think of that they do not send out an order status other than a credit card billing email. I never know for sure they have shipped the product until it arrives. But two years in a row, it has arrived within a week (OK since I'm across the country) so I'll stop worrying about whether the seeds shipped. |
| Positive |
Carter
(26 reviews) |
On April 18, 2007, Carter Houston, TX
(Zone 9b) wrote:Very fast shipping! From ordering to actually having seedlings sprouting was barely over a full week! Also, very, very good germination - nearly every seed planted sprouted, and that was after literally just tossing them in some soil and leaving them alone. I planted extra to account for germination problems and I've ended up having to give away some seedlings!
Great place to deal with - easy website, nice selection, clean and easy ordering. |
| Positive |
kdcon
(2 reviews) |
On April 4, 2007, kdcon Alfred, ME
(Zone 4a) wrote: Their site was easy to use. Good selection, fast shipping and extra seeds in each pak. I would order from them again.
kdcon |
| Positive |
Autismmom
(2 reviews) |
On March 23, 2007, Autismmom Grove City, OH
(Zone 5a) wrote:The germination rate of their seeds are incredible! Even the polish heirlooms. Since they are all seedlings as this point I can't say much else, but if anything happens it'll be my fault, not theirs. Excellent job Tomato Growers Supply! So glad to have chosen you for my 'first time' with tomatoes. |
| Positive |
mmgraff
(6 reviews) |
On March 23, 2007, mmgraff Woodstock, IL wrote: This is the 2nd yr. I've supplimented my commercial tomato order with these guys. They are pleasant EVERY TIME I CALL, THEy ask if I can accept treated seeds and they PROCESS IMMEDIATELY(UNLIKE SOME BIG CO. THAT MAKE YOU PAY $10.00 JUST TO PACK THE STUFF IN A DAY RATHER THAN A WEEK, A.K.A Peaceful Valley:()
Anyway, they shipped almost immediately. I got the seeds in l week, all the way from FL! I worry about them using United states postal service but, the shipping for ALL my seeds was only 3.75, So I guess they know what they are doing. I will order the heirlooms from them again. Thanks, M's Organic Farm, Illinois. |
| Positive |
growth_is_good
(1 review) |
On February 21, 2007, growth_is_good Liberty Hill, TX wrote: Ive ordered from them 4 years in a row now. They DO know tomatoes, and i have always had luck with germination and growth. I love the grape tomatoes and smaller varieties they offer! I often find that even unused seeds from the year before, will still germinate as well! Good quality! |
| Positive |
CocaColaRain
(3 reviews) |
On February 19, 2007, CocaColaRain Tacoma, WA wrote: I order from this company every couple of years as they get new varieties in. They are always quick and accurate with my seeds. Great germination rate and I don't have to worry about them mixing up the variety. They know tomatoes. You get a bonus packet too if you order a certain amount! These people are keepers! |
| Positive |
downinmyback
(3 reviews) |
On February 19, 2007, downinmyback Dyersburg, TN wrote: I received my order in less than a week and i have a high germination rate on the seeds that i have started. I would order from them again. |
| Positive |
blueeyeskms
(11 reviews) |
On February 3, 2007, blueeyeskms Waverly, KS wrote: I have ordered from this company for several years now and will continue to order my tomato seeds from them. I have also ordered pepper seeds from them this year for the first time. I am anxious to see if they produce as abundantly as the tomato plants always have. This company has extremely fast turnaround time on orders. The order arrives in your mailbox long before you expect it to! The bonus packet is greatly appreciated! |
| Positive |
AnnualAl
(2 reviews) |
On February 2, 2007, AnnualAl Santa Rosa, CA
(Zone 9a) wrote:I am very happy with their customer service! My order arrived quickly, and packed to perfection. Now that the planting season is upon us, I will see how my many different varieties turn out! I will let you know how things grow
Al
On April 6th, 2007, AnnualAl added the following:
My Tomatoes are all up and doing great! I love the different varieties that I found with them! (4-06-07) one more week and they will find their home in my garden. I love California weather! |
| Positive |
sanibelt
(1 review) |
On January 26, 2007, sanibelt Sanibel, FL wrote: Nothing really to add to other positive comments. Latest order arrived well packed. My order was placed at 7:30PM on January 22, 2007 and it arrived at noon on January 24 - Not too bad! |
| Positive |
lafko06
(27 reviews) |
On December 28, 2006, lafko06 Brimfield, MA
(Zone 5a) wrote:I placed a seed order before Christmas and received my package today. The seeds were well packaged and they sent a free pack of Marianna's Peace tomato. They also included 2 separate sheets of helpful instructions on seeds starting. The website was easy to use. I will order here again. Will update with germination results.
On August 27th, 2007, lafko06 added the following:
All my seeds germinated and the plants have all done wonderfully. I have already ordered a lot of my 2008 seeds here. |
| Positive |
Suze_
(6 reviews) |
On December 27, 2006, Suze_ Bastrop County, TX
(Zone 8b) wrote:One of the very best companies to order tomato (and pepper) seeds from. Held in high regard by many experienced tomato growers - and for good reason.
Dependable germination, low % of mixups/crosses, prompt and professional service, terrific selection. |
| Positive |
kingedking
(5 reviews) |
On December 12, 2006, kingedking Inverness, FL
(Zone 9a) wrote:Just ordered 32 different seed packs from TGS. Received ALL of them in only 4 days. I was really surprised. I didn't expect to get them that fast, nor did I expect to get all 32 varieties on the first try. |
| Positive |
elkwc36
(18 reviews) |
On December 4, 2006, elkwc36 Elkhart, KS wrote: Received great service and one extra package of seeds. At this time would recommend. Will update after planting and growing next year. |
| Positive |
alicewho
(50 reviews) |
On November 14, 2006, alicewho North Augusta, SC
(Zone 8a) wrote:Tomato Growers has a very nice selection, good service and quick delivery. |
| Positive |
mimitho
(1 review) |
On September 12, 2006, mimitho Sonoma County, CA
(Zone 8b) wrote:Ordered 10 packs of seeds, they arrived 3 days later. |
| Positive |
Lilypon
(10 reviews) |
On June 26, 2006, Lilypon Moose Jaw, SK
(Zone 3b) wrote:The Tomato Growers company rep was very helpful and I received my order in a timely manner. I had excellent germination and will be making a point of ordering from this company again. |
| Positive |
sacajawea
(13 reviews) |
On May 7, 2006, sacajawea Keswick, VA wrote: I have ordered from this company for over three years and have been extremely satisfied. I order in January and the seeds arrive just days later. Two years ago I placed an internet order and two days later placed a telephone order. The phone order appeared before the internet order - I called and they had no record of it. Seems something happened in cyberspace. I re-ordered, and again, the seeds arrived in a matter of a couple of days. Never had any problems with germination. It's the first and about the only place I'll go for tomato seeds. Every year I grow 200+ plants and usually mostly heirlooms. |
| Positive |
johnnycanuck
(2 reviews) |
On April 21, 2006, johnnycanuck Gananoque, ON
(Zone 5b) wrote:Outstanding selection and fast service, even to Canada. I had my order in 9 days...faster than most Canadian mail-order companies get things to me.
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| Positive |
phuggins
(2 reviews) |
On April 14, 2006, phuggins Fairmont, WV
(Zone 6a) wrote:I ordered seven varieties of heirloom tomatoes and some miscellaneous peppers and tomatillos online from TG this year. I was surprised when the seeds didn't show up for two weeks, so I called the company. A very nice representative (didn't get the name, unfortunately) checked my order and it turned out that it had been sent to an old address of mine--apparently I'd ordered a packet from them a few years ago at another residence and that address was still in their computer. A new shipment of seeds was sent and I received them in 3 days--plus a bonus pack of tomato seeds. I'm not sure why the first order was sent to my old address, but they fixed the problem immediately and happily. :) Can't wait to see how the tomatoes turn out this year! :) |
| Positive |
beclu727
(6 reviews) |
On February 12, 2006, beclu727 Dacula, GA
(Zone 7b) wrote:This is my 2nd year ordering from TGS. I ordered via their website on 1/24 and received my complete order plus free tomato seeds on 1/30. I like their resealable packets. Last year's germination rate was quite good and I expect the same this year. |
| Positive |
chiele
(8 reviews) |
On January 27, 2006, chiele Chickasha, OK
(Zone 7a) wrote:I first ordered from Tomatoe growers last year and I had a very good germination rate and good tomatoe plants. I have already ordered for this year and I'm looking forward to getting those seeds in the ground |
| Positive |
matermania
(5 reviews) |
On January 1, 2006, matermania Saint George, UT wrote: Great company, customer service and germination. The seeds are consistantly true to type with a fabulous selection. |
| Positive |
pooklette
(6 reviews) |
On October 1, 2005, pooklette Janesville, WI
(Zone 5a) wrote:This year I ordered both tomato and pepper seeds from Tomato Growers Supply Co. The seeds arrived very quickly (roughly one week after my online order) and were very well packaged. Each seed packet came with a very detailed description on it too.
They offer a huge variety of seeds and their website has excellent photos of each one. This is a great source of seeds for the heirloom tomato grower, but they do offer quite a few hybrids too.
I would hightly recommend this company and will definitely be placing another order with them next year. |
| Positive |
packetboy
(3 reviews) |
On September 1, 2005, packetboy Feeding Hills, MA wrote: Great seeds great company great people!
You can't go wrong with Tomato Growers! |
| Positive |
aries44
(3 reviews) |
On August 2, 2005, aries44 Miami, FL
(Zone 10b) wrote:Ordered my tomato and pepper seeds on Friday. Received them in the mailbox on Monday - with a free pack of seeds! Excellent. |
| Positive |
kanita
(3 reviews) |
On July 28, 2005, kanita Los Angeles, CA
(Zone 10a) wrote:Great company! Ordered seeds on Thursday, received them on Monday, and I live in California, while they're based in Florida! Very informative & a great selection of the unsual as well as common varieties. Great peppers in asddition to tomatoes. |
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