Posted by: Sandy Steinman | December 19, 2024

Caution when buying packets of native plant seeds

The Cool Down  has a story about possible problems with packages labeled native plant seeds

Gardener issues warning after suffering consequences of deceptive product: ‘Should be illegal’

A gardener recently had a bit of a shock after they planted a packet of seeds described as “Native Northeast U.S. Wildflowers.” They weren’t native, it turned out. At least not all of them.

When the gardener went to Reddit and posted a photo of invasive morning glories growing among what were supposed to be native flowers, they were told this wasn’t unusual.

Read more Gardener issues warning after suffering consequences of deceptive product: ‘Should be illegal’

Make sure you read the label on the packets to see ALL of the seeds enclosed.


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