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Positive | SherryTomato (8 reviews) | On Mar 26, 2024, SherryTomato wrote: I really love this company. They have such an excellent website with specific instructions on how to grow everything. I can't wait to grow all of the seeds I ordered from them. I am really excited to grow some of these new varieties this year. |
Positive | kat1959 (5 reviews) | On Jan 19, 2021, kat1959 Saint Johnsbury, VT wrote: I can't recommend Southern Exposure Seed Exchange enough. They have a good selection of all things seeds and plants. What I most love is their offering of perennial and heirloom vegetables such as Egyptian Walking Onion, Yellow Potato Onions, and more. They are exceptionally knowledgeable and have gone to a great deal of effort to preserve heirlooms that are not widely available. |
Positive | BuddyMJ (3 reviews) | On Feb 12, 2020, BuddyMJ Mount Juliet, TN wrote: I have four seed companies I order from each year. This is one of them. Always had great service and selection. It's employee owned and ran and they work hard providing seed and service to their customers. They have always corrected any issues, which have been very few in all the years I've ordered from them. |
Positive | Spunkybart (3 reviews) | On Sep 23, 2019, Spunkybart Richmond, VA (Zone 7a) wrote: I've always been very pleased with Southern Seed Exchange -- they ship fast, and I like the variety of seeds! I also like shopping local whenever I can. |
Positive | metarachel (8 reviews) | On Apr 26, 2019, metarachel Burnsville, United States wrote: I've ordered from them multiple times. Shipping's very quick, germination is high, and packaging is nice. They're a bit pricey, but it's worth it to me to support their mission and business structure, and they have never disappointed me. |
Positive | BJames1 (19 reviews) | On Dec 29, 2017, BJames1 Elizabeth City, NC (Zone 8a) wrote: Ordered seed in fall 2016. Shipping was super fast. Great germination! Gardening accessories and books included in catalog are an excellent addition for the gardener wanting to buy everything at one place. Seed catalog is filled with lots of helpful information for the Mid-Atlantic veggie gardener. |
Positive | twintoes (5 reviews) | On May 17, 2017, twintoes Tuckasegee, NC (Zone 7a) wrote: I recently bought from this company for the first time. Fast delivery and really great seeds that germinated well. I chose them because of some of their seeds I received in a seed swap that were packaged for 2012 (green beans). I planted them this year (2017) just to see if they would germinate, along with some other varieties. These germinated slower than the others I planted, but every seed germinated from 6 year old bean seeds! Plus they were organically grown - great price for fantastic quality seeds! |
Positive | rddjgarden (14 reviews) | On May 19, 2016, rddjgarden Bristol, FL wrote: I ordered several packets of seeds this past winter from Southern Exposure Seed. Almost every seed germinated, and I ended up with a lot more plants than I expected. They are all growing very well and blooming. I highly recommend this business. |
Positive | Lilyhazen (13 reviews) | On Feb 17, 2016, Lilyhazen Ellijay, GA wrote: Posted on February 6, 2015, updated February 17, 2016 On February 17th, 2016, Lilyhazen added the following: I love the variety and good service this group provides. The varieties of okra I tried last year were lovely and did well. I did not get to tend the beans like I needed to due to heart surgery but this year I have ordered and received my seeds and I am dreaming about the good test I will give them this summer. Thank you so much for the work you do! |
Positive | MadCheshireGrin (10 reviews) | On Sep 19, 2015, MadCheshireGrin Guyton, GA wrote: This was my first time ordering from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange. I ordered 12 seed packets on Sept. 11, 2015 and received them on Sept. 19, 2015. Being in southern Georgia I'll certainly be putting these seeds to the test in our climate! |
Positive | suwannee (1 review) | On Aug 23, 2015, suwannee Lake City, FL (Zone 8b) wrote: My first order was two years ago, via online order. After ordering, I found out that SESE was part of the Acorn Community. Oh no! The picture in my mind was of a stoned hippie commune, trying to count seeds. I couldn't have been more wrong. Orders have been sent promptly and contain exactly what I ordered. I have ordered since then with the same positive experience. |
Positive | lambbill9606 (1 review) | On Mar 31, 2015, lambbill9606 Portland, OR wrote: I had reported in a previous comment about SESE losing and confusing my order. In that comment, I said I would see what happened when I re-ordered. They handled it fine, and I am willing to recommend them to anyone, not only because of the incredible variety of open-pollinated heirloom varieties mentioned by other comments, but also because of their positive and immediate response to my complaint about my order. They immediately shipped the missing seeds to me, and I already have starts going in my little greenhouse. If you are a serious gardener, you owe it to yourself to check them out. |
Positive | sss56 (8 reviews) | On Mar 5, 2015, sss56 Gastonia, NC (Zone 7b) wrote: I ordered seeds and they were shipped quickly and everything was exactly as I ordered. A great place to purchase seeds if they have the ones you want. |
Positive | jumpinjo (12 reviews) | On Feb 15, 2015, jumpinjo Marshalltown, IA (Zone 5a) wrote: I have ordered several times from this company. Garlic, potato onions, sweet potato slips and numerous seed items. The seeds are always shipped immediately. The other items are shipped at planting time for my area. They always are helpful and polite on the phone. |
Positive | mac24 (5 reviews) | On Apr 26, 2014, mac24 Litchfield Park, AZ wrote: Great company. With all the heirloom varieties, the catalog is like a trip back in time. Fascinating and informative catalog is one of the seed industry's best. |
Positive | Gardeningdiva (3 reviews) | On Apr 22, 2014, Gardeningdiva Leesville, SC wrote: I love this company! You get a lot of seeds in each packet. The seeds have high germination rates, too. I live in the South, so I like having the option to choose from so many varieties that do well in our hot, humid climate. I only wish that they offered more variety in flowers. |
Positive | ericb (7 reviews) | On Jan 18, 2014, ericb Yadkinville, NC wrote: I've ordered a dozen or more items from them every year for the last several years, and I think SESE deserves very high praise. I recommend them to everyone I can. I think they do an outstanding job of preserving regional crop varieties by selling seed from regionally adapted varieties. Good adaptation counts for so much. I don't think it's a coincidence that the varieties I trial from SESE are most often the ones I wind up sticking with long-term. The cost of their seed is really negligible when, as is often the case with them, I wind up with a great variety that with one or two purchases I can then save my own seed year after year. Their catalog is also a great seed saving resource. The quality and careful selection (for taste and productivity, etc.) of what they offer is so valuable. I don't just love their products, but I feel like what they're doing (even in comparison to other heirloom seed companies) is something really worthy of support. |
Positive | bluetexasbonnie (1 review) | On Jan 7, 2014, bluetexasbonnie Geronimo, TX wrote: Love their catalog. The info on planting distances to keep your heirloom varieties pure is great. It was an aspect of seed saving that i had never really thought about. |
Positive | linzelu100 (5 reviews) | On Apr 18, 2013, linzelu100 HUDDLESTON, VA wrote: Southern Exposure Seed Exchange seeds grow great for me. I live in Virginia so the seeds are suited to my region. I like that they sell winter-hardy seeds, which is what I buy from them. Their mixed packages are affordable and useful. I also buy garlic from them and have never had any problems. I recommend this company. |
Positive | TucsonTomato (6 reviews) | On Apr 17, 2013, TucsonTomato Fairfield, CA, CA (Zone 9b) wrote: Although Southern Exposure Seed Exchange (SESE) sells open-pollinated varieties, the incredibly diverse vegetable varieties that they offer has kept me coming back to them year after year. |
Positive | Gracye (7 reviews) | On Apr 6, 2013, Gracye Warrenton, VA wrote: Having read the reviews here, I committed my whole veggie and flower order to this company. |
Positive | Cville_Gardener (13 reviews) | On Apr 5, 2013, Cville_Gardener Clarksville, TN (Zone 7a) wrote: I have been quite pleased with this company. In spite of having had a warehouse fire this spring, I received my order in a timely manner. They are thorough and send the amount of seeds per packet as described. Germination test date and % results are clearly stated on the packets. |
Positive | pbtxlady (14 reviews) | On Feb 21, 2013, pbtxlady Garland, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: I've been ordering from Southern Exposure for several years, including this year. My space is limited and my orders are small, but every order has arrived very quickly without any problems. Great high-quality seeds and trustworthy company. |
Positive | ckhamster26 (1 review) | On Feb 14, 2013, ckhamster26 Ocala, FL wrote: I buy most of my vegetable seed from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange and have been buying from them for several years now. Very high quality seeds, shipped on time and great customer service. |
Positive | Eekerka (8 reviews) | On Jan 15, 2013, Eekerka Wonder Lake, IL wrote: LOVE SESE. They have a wide selection of certified organic seeds, great prices, and wonderful customer service. One of my go-to companies. |
Positive | Sherilou (23 reviews) | On Dec 29, 2012, Sherilou Panhandle Gulf Coast, FL (Zone 8b) wrote: Posted on December 29, 2012, updated December 29, 2012 On December 29th, 2012, Sherilou added the following: Their shipping is fast, too! :) |
Positive | kdmclynn (2 reviews) | On Aug 23, 2012, kdmclynn Washington, DC wrote: LOVE this seed company. Great source of heirloom seeds as well as a great information resource. They are my prime source for seeds for our school garden. For example, they not only have heirloom corn, beans & squash for a Three Sisters Garden, they also offer multiple varieties of rice, cotton, and other culturally important crops in small quantities. Give them a try! |
Positive | tomatolarry (10 reviews) | On Jun 16, 2012, tomatolarry Dalton, GA wrote: I have ordered twice from SESE and I have to say that they are one of the best companies that I have ever dealt with; good prices, good products and helpful staff. |
Positive | lilygrandma (15 reviews) | On Apr 20, 2012, lilygrandma Ellijay, GA wrote: I placed my first order with this company Tuesday afternoon, and Friday have the seeds in hand! I can't wait to try them! |
Positive | lssfishhunter (7 reviews) | On Mar 5, 2012, lssfishhunter Jonesville, SC (Zone 7b) wrote: I ordered some crowder peas and some okra seed from this company. The seeds came very quickly after I ordered. I am very satisfied. |
Positive | Reddoorfarms (2 reviews) | On Jan 28, 2012, Reddoorfarms Grundy, VA wrote: Posted on January 28, 2012, updated January 28, 2012 On January 22nd, 2011, Reddoorfarms added the following: I placed my order the last week in Decemeber '10 and received it the first week in January. I tried to order early because the bean seeds I wanted last spring were sold out. I'm glad to have gotten them this year, and so PROMPTLY despite the bad weather! Love this company and their garden seeds! On January 28th, 2012, Reddoorfarms added the following: I received my order promptly (as always!) but wanted to comment on the dvd on cover and compost crops I ordered along with my seeds. If you wanted more information and to see how it works I highly recommend it. You can get the same information from various books but watching Cindy Conner's garden progress through the seasons along with what I already knew really helped to make it all click. SESE's catalog really has it all and I haven't been disappointed with anything I've ordered from them yet! On January 28th, 2012, Reddoorfarms added the following: I received my order promptly (as always!) but wanted to comment on the dvd on cover and compost crops I ordered along with my seeds. If you wanted more information and to see how it works I highly recommend it. You can get the same information from various books but watching Cindy Conner's garden progress through the seasons along with what I already knew really helped to make it all click. SESE's catalog really has it all and I haven't been disappointed with anything I've ordered from them yet! |
Positive | rnation (4 reviews) | On Jan 16, 2012, rnation Hulbert, OK (Zone 7a) wrote: Been ordering from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange for years. Same fast service, accurate orders, and friendly people each year. Must give credit where credit is due.. Wonderful people to deal with.. |
Positive | AZPHATMAN (20 reviews) | On Jan 12, 2012, AZPHATMAN Mesa, AZ wrote: I have ordered from Southern Exposure several times over the last three years. Each time shipping was prompt the seeds were packaged well and I've had no complaints with their germination gates. Could not ask for any better. A+++ |
Positive | hatchingbunnies (7 reviews) | On Jan 9, 2012, hatchingbunnies Gilbert, AZ wrote: Good prices and good germination on the varieties I ordered. Shipping could be a little quicker. Also, not a huge deal, but worth mentioning to anyone sowing lots of seeds--the tomato seeds were in large clumps and had to be carefully pulled apart before sowing, so it took quite a bit longer to sow ones from SESE than other companies. Again, probably only applicable to those sowing hundreds or thousands of seeds at a time. |
Positive | veggiequeen (2 reviews) | On Jan 7, 2012, veggiequeen Shepherdstown, WV wrote: I ordered from SESE for the first time in 2011. The lettuce mix grew exceptionally well, and I was giving away fresh leaf lettuce after other people's lettuce beds had bolted. |
Positive | makocat2000 (1 review) | On Aug 29, 2011, makocat2000 Fort Bragg, NC wrote: I have been very pleased with SESE's customer service. I was planning on having a great gardening experience this year as I discovered them this past winter. I ordered seed from them, but unfortunately, I came down on orders to deploy to Iraq. I had to return the seed and the company was very gracious and understanding. |
Positive | olereb (2 reviews) | On Feb 9, 2011, olereb Valdosta, GA wrote: Been using Southern Exposure for several years. Great experience every time. Seed arrive in a timely manner, good germination, heirloom seeds, and they are consistant. |
Positive | pellky (1 review) | On Feb 6, 2011, pellky Franklin, TN wrote: These people care about their business. Have ordered 3 years in a row without a hitch. BTW their website is: |
Positive | terri_emory (6 reviews) | On Dec 9, 2010, terri_emory Alba, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: This is my first time ordering from SESE and I will again. Prompt service and a good selection of seldom found varieties. A good selection of determinat tomatoes (not as popular to grow). I'm glad to have found them! |