Free flower seeds by mail
What a lovely idea! Here are some ways to get free flower seeds by mail:
- Seed Banks:
- The Seed Savers Exchange (US): Offers free seeds for members, with a small annual fee.
- The High Mowing Seeds (US): Provides free seeds for gardeners who sign up for their newsletter.
- The Royal Horticultural Society (UK): Offers free seeds for members, with a small annual fee.
- Seed Companies:
- Burpee Seeds (US): Offers free seeds with every purchase over $50.
- Renee's Garden Seeds (US): Provides free seeds with every purchase over $25.
- Mr. Fothergill's Seeds (UK): Offers free seeds with every purchase over £20.
- Online Communities:
- Seed Exchange on Facebook: Join groups like "Seed Exchange" or "Free Seeds" and ask for seeds.
- Reddit's r/seedexchange: Share and receive seeds with fellow gardeners.
- Government Agencies:
- The USDA's Plant Materials Program (US): Offers free seeds for native plants and pollinator-friendly species.
- The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (US): Provides free seeds for research and educational purposes.
- Non-Profit Organizations:
- The Xerces Society (US): Offers free pollinator-friendly seed packets.
- The National Wildlife Federation (US): Provides free native plant seeds for wildlife habitats.
Remember to always check the terms and conditions for each offer, as some may require a small fee, membership, or a specific purchase. Happy gardening!