I'm looking for a reliable, affordable online outlet to buy flower seeds for my container garden.
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posted by annabellee
on Apr 19, 2013 -
10 answers
What are
these? The starlings that nest in our eaves drop them all over our deck. The one on the left is fresh - it fell on my head just before I took the photo - and the other is at least several days old. We are in San Francisco. Nothing in our backyard produces things with seeds/pits except our Meyer lemon tree. Any ideas?
posted by rtha
on Mar 2, 2013 -
8 answers
I am interested in growing blight resistant American Chestnut Trees in Northern New Jersey. Where can I find seeds or seedlings?
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posted by JayNolan
on Nov 13, 2012 -
11 answers
What are these
mysterious seeds? They're 2-3 mm in diameter and about 2 mm high, spherical but slightly flattened (like a small tomato) with a brown hull and a round hilum. Important: the seeds were found in the gizzards of 23 day old broilers, so the hulls have been partly removed, some elements (like hairs) may be lost and colours may have been altered The broilers are from Western France, but the seeds could have contaminated an imported feed ingredient (such as Brazilian soybean meal or Ukrainian sunflower meal).
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posted by elgilito
on Sep 14, 2012 -
9 answers
I have a question about patents in relationship to "improved" seeds and plant materials (my knowledge of IP law and plant breeding is pretty limited). I'm trying to understand more precisely the terms of ownership of these agreements. For example, I understand there are reach-through provisions that exclude materials from being used for purposes other than research. I also understand that many biotech firms are not interested in plant materials that contain technologies not already part of their IP portfolios. Please direct me to resources that will help me understand the terms of ownership -- how "property," in this case is information, is made explicit with these agreements.
posted by grubstake
on Jul 17, 2012 -
1 answer
YuccaFilter: I have an Adam's Needle in my front yard (
yucca filamentosa, I believe) which has flowered, and is now bearing fruit! My question: what to do with these little green gourds?
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posted by Capt. Renault
on Jul 9, 2012 -
3 answers
What are some native seeds / plants to Pennsylvania and Delaware, that would be able to grow in San Francisco?
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posted by CharlieSue
on May 31, 2012 -
9 answers
Please help me make the most out of my tiny new greenhouse. Tips on growing, stretching the seasons, maintenance, record-keeping and other garden matters are welcome.
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posted by MonkeyToes
on May 29, 2012 -
2 answers
Seed-filter: Can you identify this seed (
head-on, profile)? My mom came across this odd seed and is wondering what it is. I suggested that we plant it to figure out, but decided that Asking Metafilter might be a faster option.
posted by rdn
on May 15, 2012 -
5 answers
What's a good online/mailorder source for organic nuts and seeds? A google search turns up a few results, but it doesn't give you an objective look at the quality and freshness of their product. Any experiences you could share?
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posted by parallax7d
on Apr 4, 2012 -
4 answers
I'm growing plants indoors in pots for transferring outside later, and some of them aren't doing as well as others.
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posted by Dynex
on Apr 2, 2012 -
12 answers
What varieties of vegetables should I plant in my tiny front yard garden in DC? I have a bunch of seed catalogues, but the 10+ pages of tomato varieties are overwhelming! What are your favorite varieties of tomato, cucumber, beans, etc. to grow?
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posted by foodmapper
on Mar 1, 2012 -
34 answers
The community garden where I volunteer is planning their first ever seed swap and I’m the one organizing it. Help!
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posted by bCat
on Feb 14, 2012 -
1 answer
I'm getting married in early September. Huzzah! My fiancé and I were originally planning on skipping favors, but we're now considering doing a combined favor/place card—seedlings, based heavily on
this. To keep the cost down, we'd like to grow the plants from seeds ourselves, but we're not sure what plants would be best for this kind of project, and we obviously need to limit the chances for failure here. Help us get it right.
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posted by divisjm
on Jan 18, 2012 -
17 answers
I'm thinking about starting an indoor hydroponic garden soon, using a guide I found on
Instructables for DWC. What are some good vegetables/fruits to grow beyond tomatoes and herbs, which would ideally grow at similar temperatures and light levels as tomatoes and herbs? And what's the best place to buy seeds, either online or in the Princeton/New Brunswick, NJ area?
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posted by mccarty.tim
on Nov 22, 2011 -
8 answers
My dad loves being outside. I want to get him some cool/fun seeds for Christmas to plant in the spring. What should I get? He lives in south eastern Wisconsin (zone 5).
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posted by fuzzysoft
on Oct 14, 2011 -
11 answers
Daughter (grade 11) is researching self terminating seeds. Not "natural" hybrids, but actual technological termination. Please help her (and myself) find credible citations about this technology.
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posted by mrgroweler
on Sep 19, 2011 -
7 answers
Recommendations for a sprouter? Have tried the jar method which resulted in slimy sprouts, and would like to buy something purpose-made!
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posted by UniversityNomad
on Aug 27, 2011 -
8 answers
Where in Pennsylvania can I find malt barley seed? A friend and new brewer wants to grow his own barley, but prefers to source it locally and organically. My barley fu fails.
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posted by MonkeyToes
on Jun 9, 2011 -
5 answers
Through a bizarre set of circumstances, I have come into possession of an extremely large bag of sesame seeds. What interesting or appetizing things can I do with these seeds?
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posted by EvilPRGuy
on Feb 25, 2011 -
22 answers
This is for all of the green thumb mefites out there. I am looking for unique seeds to give as a gift to a friend who lives in southeastern Alabama. She is an advanced gardener with a degree in horticulture, so it should be something rewarding, but with a bit of a challenge I think. She
enjoys interesting flowers as well as food goods. Any good suggestions?
posted by ozomatli
on Feb 25, 2011 -
13 answers
I am planting a container garden for the first time. I am planting herbs and vegetables that require 36" of space when mature, but I'm wondering if I need to give them that much space when I am sowing them and growing seedlings?
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posted by luciddream928
on Feb 24, 2011 -
22 answers
Should I eat this? Pumpkin seeds were soaking in salt water for several days. Still okay to roast and eat?
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posted by HMSSM
on Oct 31, 2010 -
15 answers
Can anyone tell me if chia seeds are unsuitable for breast feeding mothers
posted by the noob
on Oct 13, 2010 -
6 answers
Well, guys, it's hard squash season again (finally!) and I intend to roast and nom every seed I can get my hands on. What are your best pumpkin seed recipes and tips?
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posted by phunniemee
on Sep 27, 2010 -
13 answers
I'd like to buy enough seeds to grow enough food to survive for 2 years, for 6 people. And then store it.
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posted by sully75
on Aug 6, 2010 -
18 answers
EntomologyFilter - Help a librarian out of his depth find a better plan of attack on some specific insect-related searching. I need to know if terminology exists for what I need to find.
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posted by Decimask
on Jan 7, 2010 -
5 answers
What do people do with seeds besides plant them? Examples: Watermelon seed necklaces, cherry pit spit distance contest...etc
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posted by bleucube
on Jan 2, 2010 -
16 answers
I'd like to find a source in NE Illinois or even Chicago for heirloom seeds and garlic for my Aunt, bricks and mortar if possible. I couldn't seem to find anything promising online, and there are a lot of online places, but I'm in Canada so I have no experience with the U.S. based companies.
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posted by glip
on Sep 20, 2009 -
5 answers
This "fell out of the sky" near my house. I have never seen this kind of seed or fruit before. Does anyone know what this is?
posted by senador
on Aug 24, 2009 -
8 answers
Are culinary seeds and beans (whole spices, dried peas, etc.) treated to prevent germination?
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posted by werkzeuger
on Jun 27, 2009 -
11 answers
Is there a place in eastern Massachusetts or southern New Hampshire where I can purchase open pollinated/heirloom seeds in person? Prefer Metro-West, but I'll go where the seeds are.
posted by Mayor Curley
on Feb 28, 2009 -
6 answers
So every now and then a few seeds show up in the shake. Are these real, growable marijuana seeds? If I planted one, and gave it all the TLC yer supposta, would it grow? Or do you need to get your hands on some sort of special seed stock if you hope to raise a plant?
posted by It ain't over yet
on Feb 20, 2009 -
11 answers
Entomology Filter: Ant-hill structures in my bedroom. Do I have ants or some other kind of bug? Strange that I haven't seen ONE bug in the three months I've lived here. (pics inside)
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posted by plasticbugs
on Jan 25, 2009 -
15 answers
Are there any export restrictions (or whatnot) regarding me (a US non-business entity) sending a bunch of packages of consumer vegetable-garden seeds to a foreign country (Kenya) as a gift? I'm sure there are some restrictions on receiving foreign seeds, but.. outgoing?
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posted by Quarter Pincher
on Jan 11, 2009 -
2 answers
Where can I get quality seeds on line? Looking specifically for beets and chick peas (trying out mid-summer planting, why not). I have a broken ankle so I can't get to the garden store and they have garbage seeds anyway. Thanks!
posted by nax
on Jul 21, 2008 -
10 answers
Where can I buy quality seeds, specially for herbs, in Chicago? I'm looking for sellers that are within city limits.
Thanks!
posted by sk381
on Jun 30, 2008 -
6 answers
Help me identify this Asian grocery item. An old roommate of my current roommate left this item in the cupboard, and I have no way to get a hold of them to ask about it.
The package is yellow with all Asian language text of some sort. There is a picture of some beans and nuts. Inside are individual packets that seem to contain crushed seeds and/or nuts. What is this product, and what is it used for? i was just going to open it up and sprinkle on my oatmeal in the morning?
posted by franklen
on May 1, 2008 -
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