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I ordered seeds in mid February and as of March 17th, I haven’t received anything. I see on other reviews that several people have paid and not received what was ordered. I knew better than to order f... See more
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So far, I have nothing but great experiences with purchasing and germinating seeds from this company. Our winter crops of Chijimisai and Choy Sum, summer long beans, they all did exceptionally well... See more
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I ordered my seeds, and after several weeks, they hadn't arrived. Lost in the tracking system, and finally showed up in Puerto Rico (I'm in New England) Company finally emailed back (you cannot call t... See more
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Buy Heirloom Garden Seeds online. Over 1800 varieties of Vegetables, Rare Flowers & Herbs. 100% Non-GMO open pollinated seeds. Free heirloom seed catalog!
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Baker Creek Road 2278, 65704, Mansfield, United States
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Expensive and low germination rate
Two years ago,I saw their products from a magazine,and I truly believe that they only sale high quality seeds as they advertised,unfortunately,the price of their seeds going higher and higher,and some seeds you can see it from your naked eyes,the quality isn't good,they even packed the seeds when it's not well matured,and I had a few times with 0 Germination rate,and they always packed a tiny amount of seeds in a bag,it's barely to plant enough for what you want. Disappointing.

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Not what I ordered at all.
I ordered about a dozen seed packets of bee balm, all different types of bee balm, overwintered them the germination rate was low because what I actually got were all snapdragons. Snapdragons are cool but not at all what I wanted or needed for my business. Will not order from this company again.

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Placed several orders beginning 6-29 but still no tracking a week later!…
I placed several orders beginning on 6-29-23. Still no tracking despite the fact that I received messages saying they've been shipped. I love the free shipping they offer, but my seeds still haven't shown or shipped.
They used to offer really fast shipping. I've ordered from them for years. I counted on that ordering seeds this late in the season - time is of the essence. But something seems different now. Apparently no more fast shipping. Disappointed.

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Been waiting on two packets of viola…
Been waiting on two packets of viola seeds, I love the free shipping that Baker Creek offer, my seeds didn't show. I finally got a slip in my mail box saying that if I want my packets of seeds I need to pay the post office 4.15 cents. No. I messaged Baker Creek and they just try brushing it off...Just go ahead and pay the USPS fee and we will reimburse you. No. Those seeds can go right back to Baker Creek.

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Baker Creek has lost its luster.
Baker Creek started out as a small, responsible company with quality, hard to find seeds but has turned into a large business with high prices, questionable seed and an online advertising campaign that has swamped my computer, filled every other site I enter with flashing pop-ups and general made doing business with them an unwanted, distasteful chore. There are plenty of real seed sources out there.

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Questionable germination success
I had no problem receiving my order. But I was not impressed with the seed germination rate. I doubt I will order from them again.

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Got 2 seperate and invalid tracking…
Got 2 seperate and invalid tracking numbers (one DHL and one USPS) and no response from customer service!!

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Bogus tracking#, order never received
Order never received AND the post office said the tracking number I was given is bogus. And there was no other link provided. THANK GOD I USED PAYPAL and could get a refund!!!
I wish I would have researched them before wasting my time. Lesson learned.

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Horrible
Horrible company!!! DO NOT BUY from them! They will not reply to you nor will they give you a refund. I got my order but only got two seeds in one of the packet. This company should be reported as a scam! These people take money from you and then run!

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Absolute train wreck
Absolute train wreck. My wife is a knowledgeable and experienced gardener who knows what she is doing. Placed a substantial order with Baker Seeds and without exception ALL the seeds she planted were a complete failure. Total waste of money, time and lots of effort. Avoid this company or prepare to be greatly disappointed.

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Reliable and Honest Company- THE BEST!
I have been buying Baker Creek seeds for at least 12 years. Their seeds are consistantly healthy, fresh and viable. The price is reasonable, the shipping is free, and their catalog and selection is amazing. Even the seed packets are beautiful. Many times I have called to ask growing questions relating to my area, or ask for a suggestion of a varieties that would do well for my zone and have always had the customer service reps be friendly and helpful to me.
The growing season is short here. Since I grow a garden to feed my family, I need quality seeds that will produce food. Baker Creek has never disappointed me.

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I placed my order 10/21
I placed my order 10/21. Nearly a month later and still no seeds received. Wrote to Customer Support in late October, they advised me to wait another week. Did so. Still no seeds. I want to say, the heck with it, it's just $10, but hey, I worked for that $10, and you didn't keep your part of the bargain. I've emailed again, but no response from them as yet. Shoddy business practices.

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They took my money and ran
They took my money and ran. Never fulfilled my order. Had to fight with rude and obnoxious customer service failures over email to get a refund. They ruined the gardening season for me with their month-long b.s. Never again.

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Not always dependable.
We bought winter squash seeds and they produced gourds, we bought eggplant seeds Black Beauty and Ping Tung and I wound up with a green eggplant that is shaped like a Black Beauty and colored like a Thai green eggplant. It has happened more than twice. Another time with melon seeds, with Chinese cabbage seeds and once with tomato seeds. When I complained to the company they didn't even refund or apologize. I was just told yes we had a problem with those!! Every time it does happen, I say never again..........then I cave in and am again disappointed.

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Ordered my tomato 🍅 seeds
Ordered my tomato 🍅 seeds , received them within a few days of placing the order , got what I paid for . I live in the same state so they were speedy . They had a cool selection and the varieties I selected I've never grown before so I'm stoked !

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BUYER BEWARE
Placed order in the fall, did'nt think much about it with covid and other supply chain issues. Waited and waited nothing arrived and I had by this point placed a second order... still nothing on either order... Gave it some time, finally got in contact through email... Of course no phone to call to actually talk to anyone. I was told my package went "unclaimed" at PO and it was sent back. Not sure how that's possible, but OK, and I was told because the items were fall bulbs it was to late to resend.... OK, still confused, but understand anything is possible anymore. They did send the seeds, that i had placed as my second order, so that was GREAT....(so I gave them 2 stars for that) BUT NO REFUND on the BULBS, that I DID NOT RECEIVE... So trying to be fair to all involved, me and them.... I asked for at least some sort of in store/in house credit. The items were paid for in full and NEVER received. I was told their policy is NOT to offer refunds, and a store credit is a REFUND. WOW.... Just WOW!!! NEVER in my life have I heard of such a thing. SO BEWARE supply chain issues, missing package issues, anything can happen, and you WILL NOT be given proper consideration. I have seen so many you tubers give this company rave reviews.... Maybe I would have been treated better if I had a mass following to promote this company. But alas I don't.... SO..... I guess little guys don't matter.

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Don't order from the UK
Don't order from the UK. They will take your money, but the seeds won't be delivered.

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I’m sold
I’m sold. Great prices, great variety, great service.
Germination is great not a problem here at all. Check them out.

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Very low percentage of seeds germinate…
Very low percentage of seeds germinate and they don't stand by their products, I lost a lot of money buying their seeds, would have been better off going to the larger competitors. They won't let you post comments unless yoi givethem 4 or 5 stars. Misleading and poor customer service.

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Baker creek is the best online seed…
Baker creek is the best online seed company hands down. Free shipping, beautiful seed packaging, and a free seed with every order. I’ve had some issues with poor germination, but no more so than other companies. Love their online presence too!

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