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Frequently asked questions


We truly want to help you understand the physical, mental and environmental benefits that come with growing food to eat. Here’s some FAQs which might answer some of your questions.

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Growing

Are there any perennial vegetables I can grow?

Yes there are! Take a look at our blog HERE for some ideas and inspiration.

Can I grow your seeds abroad?

We base all our recommendations and growing advice on our own trials and experience and our network of trial growers across the UK. We aren’t allowed to ship outside the UK and also can’t ship to Ireland due to DEFRA regulations.

Can I grow your tomatoes outside or do they need to be in a greenhouse or polytunnel?

All of our tomatoes with the exception of the micro tomatoes can be grown outside. Be careful not to put them outside too early though as frost will damage the plants. Make sure the tomatoes are supported and in a sunny spot and they will be more abundant if you feed them regularly with a liquid seaweed feed.

Do you have any varieties I can grow in a small space or container?

Yes we do. Take a look HERE for all of the varieties suitable for a small space. We also have a helpful blog HERE which may help.

Heirloom

Are colourful or heirloom seeds harder to grow?

No, they’re grown in exactly the same way as other veg seeds of the same type. So a black carrot is just as easy to grow as an orange one for example!

Are your seeds organic?

All our seeds are untreated and we believe in organic gardening principles. We have some varieties that are certified organic but most of the range is not. Our certified organic seed list below:

Organic Leaf Salad Red Orach
Organic Melon Sugar Baby
Organic Pak Choi Vivid Choi
Drying Corn Quadricolour
Organic Sweet Corn Early Damaun
Organic Sweet Corn Golden Bantam
Organic Sweet Corn Stowell’s Evergreen
Organic Carrot Gniff
Organic Chard Sunset
Organic Drying Corn Glass Gem
Organic Collard Greens

What are open pollinated seeds?

Open-pollinated seeds are pollinated by a natural process in which plants reproduce by allowing pollinators (such as bees, butterflies, wind or other natural elements) to transfer pollen between flowers within the same species. Unlike hybrid methods (sometimes marked as F1 on seed packets), there’s no human intervention or specific breeding programmes. Take a look at our blog HERE to find out more.

Are our seeds hybrids or open pollinated?

Our range of seeds is entirely open pollinated and we don’t stock any hybrids.

Are heirloom and heritage seeds the same thing?

Yes they are! Take a look at our blog HERE which explains why we think they’re simply wonderful!

What are heirloom or heritage vegetable seeds?

The two terms – heirloom and heritage – are interchangeable, heritage being the more colloquial British term and heirloom being the more globally recognised term and the term more often used by chefs. An heirloom variety should have a history of 50 years or more. If it is a product of more recent breeding, it is called a modern heirloom. Take a look at our blog HERE to find out more.

Seeds

Can I order my seeds for next year?

Yes you can. All of our seed varieties last at least 2 years if stored correctly. Please see our seed storage advice HERE that tells you how best to preserve your seeds.

Can I save seeds from my She Grows Veg harvest?

Yes you can – all of our seeds are open pollinated which means seeds can be saved. Take a look at our blog HERE which tells you how to do it.

Can we send seeds abroad?

Unfortunately we can’t send orders outside of the UK. We are also restricted by DEFRA so also can’t send seeds to Ireland. However, we can’t stop others sending them to you.

How long do veg seeds last?

They last from 2-6 years depending on the variety. Longevity depends on how you store them. HERE is a blog on how best to store your seeds.

My seeds aren’t germinating

Here at She Grows Veg we trial and germination test all of our seeds varieties to ensure that the seeds are of the highest quality. Germination can fail for a number of reasons and we’ve written a blog to help you with that HERE.

Orders

Can I return my seeds?

If you would like to return your seeds, you can do so within 14 days of receiving them. All seed packs must be returned fully sealed and in their original packaging and state. When we receive your return, we will issue a refund within 7 working days if the packs are in good order.

Can Kate and Lucy come and speak at our gardening club?

As you can imagine we get a lot of these sorts of requests. Our speaking fee is £500+vat plus travel. If you’d like to book a speaking engagement, please email [email protected] to arrange a date.

Do you sell vouchers?

Yes we do, take a look HERE. You can buy an e-voucher emailed to the recipient or a printed voucher to send in the post.

Does She Grows Veg sell wholesale?

Please contact our office team for any wholesale queries via [email protected]

How fast do you deliver?

We aim to dispatch within 48 hours of receipt of order. This may be longer during bank holiday or festive periods. See our full delivery details HERE.

My packet of seeds was empty

Now and again our packing machine misses a packet – we are so sorry if this has happened to you! Please email [email protected] with your order number and we will sort out a replacement for you.

When will out of stock tomato seeds be back in stock?

Many are now back in stock but are limited edition so grab them while you can! Last tomato additions will go live on the website in December. Please sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear when new varieties go live. Here’s a link to all our new seeds.

Where’s my confirmation email?

If your order is successful your order confirmation will be sent immediately. Please check your junk mail in case it’s gone in there.

Where’s my order/ order hasn’t arrived yet

We turn around orders very fast so if your order hasn’t arrived within 7 days, please email us [email protected] and we will be happy to help. If you chose tracked delivery, feel free to contact us for your tracking number.

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