Buying seeds online is cost-effective, both in terms of the total price and the variety of varieties, species, and crops available. The "Gardens of Russia" catalog boasts a wide selection of garden, vegetable, and ornamental plants.
Here you'll find interesting breeding developments, traditional varieties, and well-reviewed hybrids. When placing an order, please follow these simple guidelines.
How to choose
The first step is determining the required set and quantity of seeds. Therefore, it's important to create a planting plan in advance. Precisely determine the types of crops, the planting area, and the number of varieties. Buying without a plan is undesirable, as there's a risk of buying too many, storing the seeds, and then simply throwing them away because they've expired. On the website, you can quickly find the desired category: select the crop type, then click on the specific plant species. All that's left to do is browse the available varieties.
Each variety comes with a description, which is helpful when searching for new ones. Relying solely on photographs is not recommended. Illustrations misrepresent size and don't accurately reflect yield. Therefore, it's important to read the entire description. Pay attention to ripening time, overall yield, average fruit size, recommended growing conditions, and tolerance to adverse conditions.
Attention should be paid to the variety's characteristics, or more precisely, its adaptation to specific local conditions. This is crucial for gardeners who must farm in high-risk agricultural areas. Dozens of crop varieties have already been developed with these factors in mind, including low temperatures, short summers, low rainfall, waterlogged soils, strong winds, and sudden frosts. Therefore, it is now possible to grow tomatoes in the Far East and pumpkins and melons in Siberia. When choosing seeds online, pay attention to these characteristics.
What not to forget
Online stores offer dozens of varieties and hybrids to choose from, allowing you to buy the latest arrivals before they appear in stores. However, there's no on-site consultant to advise you on the best purchase. Therefore, you should rely on the advice of experienced gardeners and agricultural experts. Check the expiration date. The fresher the seeds, the more likely they are to germinate. If a couple of packets remain unused, they can be soaked and planted next year.
Prices in online stores are often more competitive than in brick-and-mortar stores. However, this doesn't mean the seeds are of lower quality or defective. The seller may offer a discount due to streamlined storage and sales processes. However, buyers can save even more. It's important to regularly monitor new breeding releases and know which varieties a particular producer will be introducing next season. Prices for these new arrivals are typically slightly lower, as gardeners are unfamiliar with the variety or hybrid. This is a great opportunity to expand your planting selection without breaking the bank.
To ensure good germination, it's necessary to purchase planting material from several manufacturers. Even a reputable company makes mistakes during production, storage, and transportation, which subsequently leads to a lower percentage of germinated seeds. Therefore, it's important to place a bulk order, choosing from the best manufacturers. It's not recommended to buy just one brand; it's better to create a basket of different varieties. If you want to try something new, not widely available in a particular region, it's better to choose a company or breeding institute located in the same climate zone. Such varieties are better adapted to the conditions.
When placing an order online, carefully read the information about the quantity of planting material in a specific package. This will help you compare prices accurately and find the best deal. Some manufacturers offer packages weighing 2-3 grams, while others prefer larger packages. A package with a larger number of seeds isn't always the best value. Moreover, there's not always a need for such a large quantity of planting material. It's advantageous for gardeners to have several packaging options available.
How to order
The "Gardens of Russia" catalogs are available in both electronic and printed formats. Therefore, ordering will be hassle-free for both those familiar with the electronic format and those accustomed to working without a computer. A unified system of codes assigned to each item helps you find what you need in any catalog.
The store offers competitive delivery terms. Sending two parcels allows for the planting material to be delivered within a convenient timeframe, guaranteeing the highest quality. Buyers can also receive free delivery. A low minimum order is convenient for those purchasing seeds for a small plot or farm.
Buying seeds from the "Gardens of Russia" online store is beneficial for both those with large farms and those who prefer gardening in a small space. A wide variety of varieties, hundreds of hybrids, and rare and sought-after seedlings of fruit trees, ornamental trees, and shrubs can be found here. By following the recommendations, you can quickly create the most cost-effective shopping cart.