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    In times past I remember seed packets had loads of seeds.
    However currently suppliers only put a miserly quantity in a pack.
    I guess the cost of some would be a valid reason.
    But in general I think it's a ploy to make you buy more seed.
    Anyone know of a supplier that still puts a proper amount in the pack.
    A while ago I got some "seeds of Italy" these had a good quantity.
    I got a pack of their cherry tomatoes and there were a huge quatity. They are still viable years later.
    Any thoughts?
    Thanks Jimmy
    Expect the worst in life and you will probably have under estimated!

  • #2
    I think seed quantity in packets reduced because it became obvious that a lot were getting wasted.
    Example your average packet of cabbage seeds contains 250 seeds. Who can manage to grow that many cabbage in one season? That packet will last 5 years at the very least. 10 year more realistic if the seeds are viable for that long.
    Granted there are some seed varieties which a few more would be nice in a packet. But on the whole I think it's ok. And like you say there's always seeds of Italy. They have loads of seeds.

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    • #3
      I am just pleased they limit courgette seeds

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      • #4
        It's usually the f1 seed packets that have fewer seeds in, I find. Avoid those and they're cheaper to buy and usually have more in the packets.

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