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Negative | dheck1961 (2 reviews) | On Apr 13, 2014, dheck1961 Stafford Springs, CT wrote: Posted on March 15, 2010, updated April 13, 2014 On March 15th, 2010, dheck1961 added the following: We ordered again this year (2010) and received our order with no issues once again. Still recommend them. Dave On April 13th, 2014, dheck1961 changed the rating from positive to negative and added the following: Unfortunately we had issues in 2013 with them. Had to go to BBB. Eventually got satisfaction, but understand there is legal action against them in Missouri. This is too bad since they had some great seeds/seed counts, but must now recommend you DO NOT do business with them if they are even still in business. |
Negative | jessirob (1 review) | On Jul 23, 2013, jessirob Lucedale, MS wrote: Early in 2013 and after numerouscalls, they sent a partial order. On the 26th of june we sent a certifield letterreqiesting a refund of $49.25 for the items that were never shipped. The company refused to accept the certified letter and was returned to us. After reading the comments on this site we immediately filed a complait with the states attorney general. |
Negative | Godmakesnojunk (1 review) | On May 16, 2013, Godmakesnojunk SPARROW BUSH, NY wrote: Posted on May 9, 2013, updated May 16, 2013 On May 9th, 2013, Godmakesnojunk added the following: Filed a complaint with Better Business Bureau: The thing is, on Heirloom Acres Seed's site, they have a link to other sites of interest: one being the Better Business Bureau and it says, "PLEASE REPORT OUR BAD BUSINESS PRACTICES!" WHAT THE HECK IS THE DEAL WITH THESE PEOPLE? On May 9th, 2013, Godmakesnojunk added the following: Filed a consumer complaint online Missouri Attorny General //ago.mo.gov/consumercomplaint.htm On May 9th, 2013, Godmakesnojunk added the following: I encourage others to file online with: Missouri Attorney General //ago.mo.gov/consumercomplaint.htm And Better Business Bureau [HYPERLINK@www.bbb.org] On May 16th, 2013, Godmakesnojunk added the following: Heirloom Acres Seeds has now made it on to TV for their Bad Business Practices: //fox2now.com/2013/05/02/bbb-heirloom-acres-seeds/ According to their website, they are no longer taking orders, AND Their phone is no longer in service! |
Negative | drumchick (1 review) | On May 6, 2013, drumchick Cornish, NH wrote: Ordered two months ago, credit card promptly billed, no seeds, no response to email. The total lack of communication is extremely frustrating. Site said a couple of weeks until seeds come but now it has been more than eight and it is way too late to start most of these things. I wish I had done a little research before ordering from this company. I will never order from them again. |
Negative | JudyKS (1 review) | On Apr 28, 2013, JudyKS Parker, CO wrote: Ordered potatoes & pepper seeds and my account was charged on March 11. Haven't heard anything from the company, and no sign of my potatoes or pepper seeds (which I would have liked to start by now). Emailed them on both 4/17 and 4/24. Tried to call both days, phone went to fax tone, so tried to send a fax and it didn't go through. Tried to send a comment on their website and it didn't work either. I realize they are a family owned business, but ignoring customers is unprofessional and I won't order from them again. I did last year and though my order came late, I at least got it. This time all I've gotten is being ignored. |
Negative | peshy (2 reviews) | On Apr 10, 2013, peshy Wyoming, MI wrote: Posted on March 26, 2013, updated April 10, 2013 On April 10th, 2013, peshy added the following: Just received an update from the BBB... They are issuing a public alert on this company and are still trying to get my money back. I have since ordered from Annie's in Clarksville, MI. Received my seeds in two days and almost all are germinating. |
Negative | bruce2288 (2 reviews) | On Apr 8, 2013, bruce2288 Farwell, NE wrote: Posted on March 2, 2013, updated April 8, 2013 On April 8th, 2013, bruce2288 added the following: I recieved most of my order Friday,it was even sent priority mail, so they are making an effort. The lack of communication is what was the worse. Things don't always work the way they are planned but refuseing to communicate with customers made it worsl |
Negative | lightfalling (2 reviews) | On Apr 5, 2013, lightfalling Alfred, ME wrote: Posted on March 28, 2013, updated April 5, 2013 On April 5th, 2013, lightfalling added the following: Only contact from company was a note on the billing,When short order arrived. Multiple phone calls un-answered, Email inquiry un-answered, Worst seed purchasing experience in all my years of buying. Don't be sucked in by their low pricing. |
Negative | asrnllps (1 review) | On Apr 3, 2013, asrnllps Axtell, UT wrote: I ordered seeds March 1, got the confimation email and my credit card charged, all within a couple of days. I've been waiting, I tried calling, either no answer or fax machine picks up. It's now April 3, I've emailed 3 times with no response so I'm calling my credit card company for a refund and to see if they'll investigate this fraudulent comapny to prevent further issues. How can we get this company banned from business online? This is becoming an angry joke on customers trying to grow heirloom plants. |
Negative | vgarvin7 (1 review) | On Mar 28, 2013, vgarvin7 ANGELUS OAKS, CA wrote: Although I have ordered from this company in the past with no mishaps, something has changed for this small, family owned business. I placed an online order on Feb 27th (over a month ago). I received an email confirmation and a charge to my credit card. However, I have not received my seeds. I sent an email four days ago asking for the status of my order, but have not received a response. I have attempted to call the only number on their website, but repeatedly get either a busy signal or a fax tone. I had planned to begin planting next week, but I don't have any seeds. While their website insists they have "unbeatable" customer service, the amount of negative feedback they have received indicates otherwise. I am going to try to get a credit to my card and will order elsewhere. |
Negative | TinainSC (1 review) | On Mar 26, 2013, TinainSC Florence, SC wrote: I ordered on Feb. 9th 2013 and still waiting....wish i had seen this websited earlier. I have contacted them by email since the 16th of March, no replies. the contact info on the website is not working, and the phone is either busy or just rings and goes to a fax noise. I am very concerned. what can i do next? |
Negative | Lizardo (1 review) | On Mar 18, 2013, Lizardo Homewood, AL wrote: Ordered seeds from this company in spring 2012 and there was a long delay before delivery. I emailed with no response, then called a couple of times and finally spoke to a person who seemed not at all concerned with my issue. The vegetable seeds finally did arrive and were nothing spectacular, nothing better than I could have bought from a rack at the hardware store. |
Negative | Tim Hawley (Silver L (4 reviews) | On Mar 17, 2013, Tim Hawley (Silver L Gainesville, NY wrote: Posted on March 8, 2013, updated March 17, 2013 On March 8th, 2013, Tim Hawley (Silver L added the following: Today is March 8th 2013 and I have still heard nothing in reply to my order, the 3 emails I have sent, nor my countless phone calls. For a short while, I thought they had skipped town with everyone's money as their site and phones were both down. I still await any communication whatsoever from this company. To the SunnyMeadows user who claimed that the fact they are a small, slow, family business makes them more personal is off their rocker. It has been more than a month since my order was placed and there has been ZERO communication on their part to be more PERSONAL. I intend to file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau (Which no doubt will get nowhere as I have a strong sense that they are not even a legally registered business) and if that does not get me anywhere I intend to send them an intent to file civil action. I REPEAT, DO NOT ORDER FROM THIS COMPANY! On March 17th, 2013, Tim Hawley (Silver L added the following: Filed my complaint with the Better Business Bureau on 3/17. In the meantime, I have ordered the seeds I requested from Heirloom Acres, through 3 much more reputable seed sources: Baker Creek Heirlooms, Southern Exposure Seed Exchange and Sustainable Seed Co. In less than a week, I have already received all 3 orders. Unfortunately, because I had already placed orders from these 3 seed companies back in January, Heirloom Acres has now cost me a total of $35.00 since having to once again pay shipping & handling fees on my 3 new orders. If the Better Business Bureau cannot get to the bottom of it, my final action will be filing an intent to file civil action. According to Missouri law, not only am I entitled to a refund of my order, but also any court costs as well as cost of replacements for the non-delivered goods. I truly hope more people find this website before they order from businesses of ill repute. If only I had found Dave's Garden Watchdog sooner, I would not be dealing with such a headache. |
Negative | brad85 (2 reviews) | On Mar 14, 2013, brad85 Sanger, CA (Zone 9a) wrote: I placed my order with Heirloom Acres with high hopes. I immediately received an email confirmation of my order. They state on their website that they are a small family run company so orders can take up to 2 weeks to process. So after about 2.5 weeks I sent an email to ask about the status of my order. I received no replay. I made countless attempts to call, but the phone is never answered and there is no voice mail or answering machine. I made another attempt at emailing and again received no reply. So I then found Dave's Garden and found I was not the only one having issues with Heirloom Acres. I called my credit card company and filed a claim for fraudulent charges. Fortunately they refunded my money. |
Negative | rockmeadow (2 reviews) | On Mar 10, 2013, rockmeadow Union, CT (Zone 6a) wrote: Posted on March 5, 2013, updated March 10, 2013 On March 5th, 2013, rockmeadow added the following: Filed a complaint with BBB and asked my credit card company to get involved. Still haven't heard anything from them, though I see their site is back up. On March 10th, 2013, rockmeadow added the following: 3/6-Received an email from BBB saying they had forwarded my complaint to Heirloom Acres requesting they respond by 3/20. 3/7-Received a form email through stamps.com (USPS) notifying me that Heirloom Acres had sent a package (though my complaint specified that I wanted a refund). 3/9-Package received with a few items on back order. Were they waiting for these items to come in before sending? I don't know. I DO know that we won't be ordering from them again. |
Negative | Inspectorpurple (1 review) | On Mar 9, 2013, Inspectorpurple Crete, IL wrote: Just adding my two cents to the recent complaints. I've been gardening for a long time now and have bought seeds from Seeds of Change, Amish Acres, Johnny's Selected Seed, and Sustainable seeds just to name a few. I've never had someone charge my credit card before shipping my order and never not received what I've requested without an explanation, and never had my emails ignored or phone calls unanswered......... TILL I WAS DUPED BY HEIRLOOM ACRES. |
Negative | Gerinafigg (1 review) | On Mar 2, 2013, Gerinafigg Goshen, NY wrote: I ordered my seeds in early January 2013. I went with Heirloom Acres because they were the least expensive. On January 30th my card was charged. By February 26th I sent them an email inquiring about my order. I first tried sending an email straight on their page and it wouldn't go through so I sent the email through my gmail account. The next day I got an automated message saying my message was "delayed" and they would continue to try to send the message for the next 2 days. Today I decided to try to call them to try to get to the bottom of everything and their webpage is now down! I'm starting to panic because I wanted to get my seeds started. This is my first year planting a garden and I am now very discouraged. I may have only spent $20 but I am very broke and now have to spend more money to get my seeds. It'll be money well spent, but I shouldn't have to go through this. I am very laid back and do not complain about anything very often, however I am extremely disappointed in their company. I would NOT buy seeds from there if I were you. Now I will try to find heirloom seeds in a store or find another website to order them from. Don't waste your time or money on Heirloom Acres! |
Negative | bisekgardens (1 review) | On Jan 7, 2013, bisekgardens wrote: We are a small family owned seed company from Minnesota. |
Negative | timdotconnel (4 reviews) | On Dec 19, 2012, timdotconnel Oklahoma City, OK wrote: I ordered 9 items on Nov 7 and received an order confirmation. After waiting more than a month (Dec 14) I emailed them to ask for a status update. Now it's 5 days later and I still haven't received a response. |
Negative | jimfrankmartin (10 reviews) | On May 7, 2012, jimfrankmartin Scott, LA wrote: I placed an order online with Heirloom Acres seeds on March 5 2012. I submitted my debit card information and waited to receive an e mail confirmation. Nothing happened. I called and the lady said the debit card submission was declined. I check my debit card and the balance indicated enough to cover the amount due. I heard nothing for several weeks. I called and the lady said I could send them a postal money order. I did. I received an e mail notifying me confirming the order and receipt of the e mail. I waited. Nothing arrived in the mail. I called today, May 8 and the lady said they had received the money order, but nobody had shipped the order yet. While she was on the phone with me, she gave me a routing number for the US post office, after she said she calculated the postage and received a routing number. If I had not called her today, nobody would have taken any action to mail my order to me. If I do not receive my seeds in seven days, I will notify this website about the failure to receive my order for seeds that amounted to $15. I told the lady about the many negative comments about her company at Dave's Garden Watchdog and she said she had never heard of Garden Watchdog. I will wait to see if I receive my seeds. She apologized but I said to her any such apology was worthless, inexcusable, unpardonable and unforgivable. I asked her how many people on the payroll of that company depended on it for their livelihood and she said about 10. I thanked her for listening to my complaints. She did at least give me a tracking number for my shipment. Thankfully, I have in my possession over two dozen seed and nursery catalogs I can order seeds and plants from. Thank goodness for competition in capitalist private enterprise. |
Negative | HalfHippieFarm (1 review) | On Apr 16, 2012, HalfHippieFarm Vilas, NC wrote: I placed my order on February 1, 2012 and didn't hear anything for the longest while. Finally I gave them a call near the end of February to find out if they had any estimate on when things would be shipping and whether my order had gone through (since my card hadn't been charged and I hadn't received anything via e-mail). I had become nervous based on reviews here and elsewhere, but lo and behold! My package was shipped out 2/21/12-- YEAH! |
Negative | Dempsey (11 reviews) | On Apr 12, 2012, Dempsey Big Lake, MN wrote: Posted on April 9, 2012, updated April 12, 2012 On April 9th, 2012, Dempsey added the following: Update. They did reimburse me the difference of the catalog and website pricing. I just found that. They aren't THAT bad but could definitely improve. On April 12th, 2012, Dempsey added the following: Another update. I received an email stating my substitution beet seeds were shipping via express. I think they are trying to improve. |
Negative | baker4them (1 review) | On Apr 7, 2012, baker4them midwest, United States wrote: Almost a month after ordering I had to file a complaint with Paypal to get a response. I got my seeds soon after filing the complaint, but never a response. |
Negative | wufflespring (12 reviews) | On Dec 7, 2011, wufflespring Yoder, CO (Zone 5a) wrote: Posted on November 28, 2011, updated December 7, 2011 On November 21st, 2011, wufflespring added the following: Nearly 3 full weeks after I placed the order, 3 full weeks after they took the money from my bank account - still no seeds. No communication. Filed with PayPal. Will update. On November 28th, 2011, wufflespring added the following: Upgraded my Paypal complaint Nov 23. Since I originally filed Nov 21 at Paypal, they still haven't responded to the complaint. They have until Dec 3 to respond. Further updates as events warrant. DO NOT ORDER FROM THIS COMPANY! On December 7th, 2011, wufflespring added the following: As of December 3rd, my money was refunded in full by PayPal. Yay! And I just got my Baker Creek catalog so I know where I'm spending my $50.05 that I mistakenly attempted to spend at Heirloom Acres. They never did respond to the dispute at paypal. No contact from them at all other than that initial email when I was asking when they would should. Don't use Heirloom Acres. There are so many wonderful companies listed here at Dave's - research them and go to town! |
Negative | jameswa (1 review) | On Sep 8, 2011, jameswa Port Orchard, WA wrote: In April, I ordered five items. After three weeks of waiting for them, I contacted Heirloom Acres on a Thursday and inquired what was happening with my order. I was told the order was ready to go and would ship the day, it shipped on Monday. The order showed up the next week with only two of the five items I ordered. The invoice showed three items backordered, which was not mentioned to me when I contacted them. Over the next two months I called them several times and was told by them one item might be coming in the next day or possibly something else might be arriving. |
Negative | StevenColorado (3 reviews) | On Aug 4, 2011, StevenColorado Englewood, CO wrote: Posted on July 3, 2011, updated August 4, 2011 On August 4th, 2011, StevenColorado added the following: 8/4/11 Update: They have ignored my email, and I asked my lawyer friend to contact them. This is unbelievably ridiculous that I should need to make FOUR followup contacts just to get what should be an automatic refund. I will NEVER use them again. And it adds insult to injury that they keep prattling about what good Christians they are. Any suggestions? Filing in small claims is pointless because the costs would exceed the thirteen bucks they took from me. |
Negative | judynoel60 (1 review) | On Jun 6, 2011, judynoel60 Cumberland, RI wrote: I placed an order with Heirloom acres in late winter and it took over 3 weeks to receive it. I called after 3 weeks and told them I needed to get them started in my greenhouse, because I sell my produce. I was told I should have specified that I wanted my order rushed! I did receive my seeds a week after that. I was happy with the seeds I received but dissatisfied with how long it took and the attitude of the person who answered the phone. |
Negative | AlannaTiernan (1 review) | On May 16, 2011, AlannaTiernan Ladysmith, WI wrote: I ordered from this company, and I STRONGLY suggest no one else does. I figured since I lived in the same state that the seeds would get there in a reasonable amount of time. 2 weeks go by, and no order. I called because I was moving and they said they "Forgot to fill my order". So they updated the new address to send to and I thought all was good to go. Nope. Called about 2 more weeks later and they again, "Forgot to fill my order" because someone "Lost my order". Like the other person said... they took the money right way, but can't ship worth a damn. |
Negative | brothasaint (1 review) | On May 8, 2011, brothasaint Mount Desert, ME wrote: As with many other reviewers, I received my seeds well over a month after I ordered/was charged. If it's going to take that long to ship, any reputable dealer would inform you of the delay. And frankly, with gardening being such a time sensitive activity it would seem even more prudent to have a timely shipment of all orders. |
Negative | kaferlily (1 review) | On Apr 28, 2011, kaferlily Littleton, CO wrote: Ordered seeds March 27. Money taken from my PayPal account. No confirmation from Heirloom Acres so a week later I called. Was told no confirmation sent if ordered through PayPal, but that my order had been received. April 21 opened a dispute via PayPal that order not received and asking them to cancel. No response. On 4/23 escalated the complaint. No response. 4/28 seeds received without explanation. Too late to start seedlings indoors now. Will NEVER order from this company again. STAY AWAY. I order online all the time. This is the ONLY company I have received such poor customer service from. Will also cancel my PayPal account as they have not been responsive to this complaint either. Also posting to PayPal so my gardening friends know to avoid Heirloom Acres. |
Negative | skyfarms (5 reviews) | On Mar 4, 2011, skyfarms Independence, KS wrote: I have never been so frustrated with a company before. They might need to change their name to Backordered Seeds. Seriously, half my order was back-ordered. I placed the order in December and am STILL waiting on a few packets of seeds and have no idea when or if my plants will arrive. Maybe they're having a hard year, but they'd do well to communicate better, maybe customers would be a bit more understanding. |
Negative | DonS (1 review) | On Nov 9, 2010, DonS Lansing, MI wrote: Made an order, my credit card was immediately charged before the order was shipped. When the order finally arrived, several items were checked as back ordered. No other communication has been possible since they will not respond to emails. THe back ordered items have yet to be shipped, two months later. If you don't mind a partial order for a full payment, this is the company for you. Don't let the bible verses fool you, they do not conduct business in a Christian like manner. |
Negative | SH8418 (1 review) | On Sep 10, 2010, SH8418 Studio City, CA wrote: THIS COMPANY WILL TAKE YOUR MONEY AND FAIL TO DELIVER SEEDS, FAIL TO REFUND YOUR MONEY, AND FAIL TO ANSWER EMAILS OR TELEPHONE CALLS. I HAVE HAD TWO ORDERS INCOMPLETELY FILLED, A PROMISED CASH REFUND WHICH NEVER ARRIVED, AND I CANNOT REACH THE COMPANY BY EITHER PHONE OR BY NUMEROUS EMAILS TO GET MY ACCOUNT SORTED OUT - FOR WEEKS NOW. THEY SIMPLY IGNORE THEIR EMAILS AND DON'T ANSWER THE PHONE. |
Negative | 1020pond (1 review) | On Jul 6, 2010, 1020pond Kirkville, NY wrote: I placed an internet order on 6-13-2010 expecting to recieve my seeds within a week.I called them after 10 days and was first told that my order had shipped then I was told it hadn't shipped yet but he assured me it would go out that afternoon.I called again on 7-6-2010 and was told that my order STILL hadn't shipped,and I immediately cancelled my order.Now it is too late to plant this crop so I lost this years crop thanks to them. I will "NEVER" order from them again and I will advise anyone considering them to think again or you might be in the same situation as I am. What a way to run a company! |
Negative | Martin77 (1 review) | On Jun 24, 2010, Martin77 Norwalk, OH wrote: I purchased some seeds on May 29th. I got a confirmation email about 3 days later. A week after that I didn't receive my seeds, so I emailed them. No response. A week later I emailed them, again, and no response. I called the other day(about a month after my purchase) and got a very rude gentleman on the phone. |
Negative | trulyviolet (1 review) | On Jun 14, 2010, trulyviolet Analomink, PA wrote: i ordered seeds from them with much trepidation, due to former problems with their shipping and communications. i ordered may 18, with a note that as i had lost my beans to a late frost, i needed the seeds ASAP. (they indicate that they wanted to know when you needed seeds by) |
Negative | LunarGarden (2 reviews) | On May 3, 2010, LunarGarden Loveland, CO wrote: Posted on April 26, 2010, updated May 3, 2010 On April 26th, 2010, LunarGarden added the following: Update 4/26. After escalating my PayPal dispute to a claim on the 21st of this month, heirloom acres seeds mailed my order, minus 1 item and with 1 item in the wrong (short) quantity, on the 24th via Priority Mail. Clearly this is a company where only money talks. As I've missed the season for many of the items ordered, I'm now going to have a "not as described" claim with them instead of an "order not received" claim. I'm still frustrated and wishing I had never ordered from this company. On May 3rd, 2010, LunarGarden added the following: PayPal has denied my claim since I did not buy this item through eBay and the seller provided them with a tracking number. I now consider it a very expensive mistake, and hope that their seeds will store for possible planting next spring. |
Negative | jim1080 (1 review) | On Apr 25, 2010, jim1080 Scranton, PA wrote: Ordered $94.53 worth of seed. Called the company after a week to see when I would get the seed because I made another order with Seeds of Change and received them 3-4 days after ordering. I was told that it would take another 2 weeks to get my order from Heirloom Acres Seeds. I said I can't wait that long and I need to cancel. |
Negative | HeritageFarm (5 reviews) | On Apr 7, 2010, HeritageFarm B, CO (Zone 5a) wrote: Posted on May 21, 2008, updated April 7, 2010 On May 22nd, 2008, HeritageFarm added the following: After getting my fax letter enquiring about my order & threatening to file a complaint with PayPal and dispute the charge on my VISA, Heirloom Acres finally responded - appologizing for not having taken the time to respond to my e-mails (they were out "working in the field"). In a voice mail they left me yesterday afternoon they say: The Order Is "Boxxed And Ready To Go". The Order Will Be Shipped "Priority In The Morning" (this morning). Sorry For The Delay, The PayPal Notice "Never Came Thru". A bit concerned about the PayPal issue as I got immediate confirmation & e-mail receipt of the payment & order thru PayPal almost instantaniously. I will be asking PayPal to check into this matter to ensure the merchant was sent notice as I am certain they were. We'll watch for the package & see if in fact they did send it Priority this morning as promised & hopefully will find everything in good order, well packed, & as ordered. I'm for giving this company a 2nd chance, 1 bad expereince out 3 orders deserves an opportunity for them to have another chance in my book. On May 28th, 2008, HeritageFarm added the following: Received my order via UPS yesterday evening. Everything was in good order except a substitution of a White Popcorn for the Yellow Popcorn ordered - no problem for me, though the client that contracted with me wanted a yellow popcorn. The contract (which wasn't placed until May 1st) has been cancelled as a result meaning I lost money due to the substitution. 3 Items are on back-order. ALL 3 are 90+ days to harvest so even if shipped next week they will be worthless to me. BACK-ORDERS: Federal Law requires merchants to advise customers of expected ship dates & offer the opportunity to the customer to cancel the back-ordered items. Then about every 45 to 60 days the same notice has to be provided again. Heirloom Acres did not provide expected ship date info, just "back orderd". I'm going to e-mail them & tell them to cancel the 3 items & refund the money. We'll see how that goes. Being that this order was placed late (May 2) & apperantly was delayed due to PayPal (per the merchant), I'll give them another chance the next time I have a client wanting me to grow varieties offered by Heirloom Acres. On June 1st, 2008, HeritageFarm changed the rating from neutral to negative and added the following: MAJOR COMMUNICATIONS ISSUES!! Seems they only respond if you indicate your intent to file a claim against them with your credit card company! (PayPal is much easier & quicker then your bank to get reimbursed if they fail to ship the merchandise in a reasonable amount of time & won't refund your money). I requested the backordered items on my order be cancelled & the funds charged be refunded "immediately". 3 days later there had been no refund via PayPal nor had I received even an acknowlegement of my request. I made a 2nd request. I also faxed a 3rd request stating that the items on backorder would be a waste as the growing season was in full swing & rapidly getting shorter - too short for the time frame required by those specific seeds. I also stated that they had 5 business days from the 1st request to issue me a complete refund of the 3 backordered items + the 15% shipping that they had charged me or I would file a complaint & a claim with Paypal as well as dispute the charge with VISA. A claim with VISA would as well cost them the interest that had accumilated since the original charge due to "merchandise charged not being received". The next day PayPal received the refund minus the shipping! The two & ONLY two times this year that they have responded to my enquiries has been when I have faxed threats to them stating I would file a claim with PayPal & VISA. Seems they don't care about ratings or posts on this site or other sites - they don't even care enough about the customer to respond to enquiries. It appears they only listen to the almighty $$$ & when that is threatened by potential claims against them they respond very quickly - & that's the only time they have responded to my equiries!! On December 1st, 2008, HeritageFarm added the following: REMEMBER, YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR! IF YOU WANT GOOD SERVICE, PAY THE EXTRA $$ TO SOMEONE ELSE! Placed an order in Late October for seeds for the upcoming growing season ...... BIG MISTAKE! The day after I placed the order, I gat a phone call from someone at Heirloom Acres Seeds advising me that the majority of my order would ship by the end of the week though a few items would not be available until December so they would ship seperately. GREAT! WONDERFUL! I RECEIVED UNSOLICITED COMMUNNICATION FROM HEIRLOOM ACRES SEEDS! WONDERFUL SERVICE! 21-days later the seeds still had not arrived. I e-mailed & they responded a couple of days later with an appology, seems their daughter was sick in a hospital 2-hrs away for the past 3-weeks. That's fine, I can understand that..... however they did not communicate that to me nor did they ship when they said they would --- leaving the customer seriously questioning what was going on. They sent me an e-mail saying my seeds would ship "tommorow". Then I got an e-mail from FedEx saying they had received the shipping info (not the actual package). It was several more business days (like 3) before FedEx actually received the package from Heirloom Acres Seeds. So the actual shipping time of the package turned into almost 2-weeks! Still have a few items on backorder which I have already paid for. If they don't arrive by the end of December I'll notify the bank that my CC has charges on it for merchandise not received & let them deal with Heirloom Acres Seeds & reecover my $$$. My days of dealing with Heirloom Acres Seeds have come to an end .... Cheap cheap prices though you tend to get what you pay for! ZERO SERVICE! On December 30th, 2008, HeritageFarm added the following: FIND ANOTHER PLACE TO BUY FROM! STEER CLEAR! STAY AWAY! DO NOT TRUST THEM IF YOU ARE DEPENDANT ON WHAT YOU ORDER FROM THEM! Multiple broken promises! They promise shipping on specific dates & a refund for unavabale items 10 days after that date, no shipment made & no refund made either! How can anyone who conducts business do such a poor job of it & still stay in business? Their poor business & their many broken promises has tarnished my reputation so badly I don't know if my business will ever recover! If it doesn't, you can bet there will be legal action to recover my damages. My reccomendation?..... DO NOT BUY FROM THIS MERCHANT! I will be filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau in my state & in their state! I believe all potential customers should have every opportunity to understand what to expect & who they are dealing with! On April 7th, 2010, HeritageFarm added the following: It took until April 2009 for me to get a refund on the items this place failed to ship from my order of Nov 2008. Then the refund came only after a formal notice of intent ot file civil action was sent to them. 2009-2010 Seed order was placed thru //www.morgancountyseeds.com/ They say on their website that orders may be a bit slow .... my order, 100% complete, was shipped 5 days after placing it! THAT, my friends, is what I expect when I place seed orders in November, December, & January! |