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Positive katyvee
(1 review)
On Mar 9, 2009, katyvee Westminster, MD wrote:

Summer Hill has more seed varieties than I ever seen!! Very easy ordering, good prices, and prompt shipment. Exceptional customer service!!

I especially liked the tips/instructions that came with the seeds. I will definitely be ordering again from Summer Hill.

Positive onewish1
(25 reviews)
On Mar 5, 2009, onewish1 Denville, NJ (Zone 6b) wrote:

Fast and safe shipping ... placed an order and it was here in a week and a half.. Will buy from again in the future!

Positive ncdirtdigger
(8 reviews)
On Feb 23, 2009, ncdirtdigger Waxhaw, NC wrote:

I ordered seeds from their website, a very nice, easy to navigate site, and they came in a reasonable amount of time. I will use them again in the future and hopefully remember to update my rating to reflect germination rates. They also included some freebies in the order.

Positive maggidew
(2 reviews)
On Feb 13, 2009, maggidew (Maggi) Big Sandy, TX (Zone 8a) wrote:

This company has it all. Easy to use website, clear germination instructions, very reasonable prices, a wide variety of seeds. The most outstanding feature is their communication with the customer at every step. I have been very pleased with every transaction and will continue to be a loyal customer.

Positive plantRN
(2 reviews)
On Feb 10, 2009, plantRN (Beth) L'ville, GA (Zone 7b) wrote:

Will continue to buy from Robin and Summer Hill Seeds! I have purchased from both a co-op and, most recently, another order I made from their website. Excellent communication and customer service. Great seeds--some are already growing in my wintersowing tubs--and even fantastic bonus seeds. Thanks Summer Hill and Robin!

Positive itllbeokay
(2 reviews)
On Feb 8, 2009, itllbeokay Mexia, TX wrote:

The most outstanding thing is the communication; from order confirmation, date shipped, through the follow-up email the day after they arrive to remind you not to let them sit out in the mailbox. I wish all the other companies would take heed - Robin has set the bar.

Prices are reasonable and plant selection is interesting. It's the first time I've found allamanda "cherries jubilee" seeds. Can't wait to see if I can get one going.

Order was completed in eight days; packaging was great; there were seed starter instructions, free seeds and the handwritten note.

I'll be ordering again. Thanks, Robin; keep it up.

Positive natalie4b
(7 reviews)
On Jan 29, 2009, natalie4b Roswell, GA (Zone 7b) wrote:

The seeds arrived in less then 10 days after I placed my order, and there was a handwritten note with expressed gratitude, and few extra packets of seeds included.
I thought it was very nice and generous of them.
Will definately order from them again.

Positive jvw
(7 reviews)
On Jan 27, 2009, jvw Clinton Township, MI (Zone 6a) wrote:

I placed a large order with Summer Hill, still it was hard to limit my order! So many good things to choose from! I was pleased that I was able to use my discount code even though I was using gift certificates. And on top of all that free seeds too!

I love the frequent updates on the progress of the order, fast shipping and the personal note with the order.

I will definitely order again and again and again! Thanks Robin!


On March 18th, 2009, jvw added the following:

Just wanted to add that I contacted Robin asking for help today with a problem of one of the seed varieties. Not only did I get an immediate response but also an offer to replace the seeds!

I don't understand why Summer Hill Seeds isn't in the top 30!

Awesome product, awesome customer service!
Jennifer
Positive quaintcharm
(11 reviews)
On Jan 24, 2009, quaintcharm NW/Central , IL (Zone 5a) wrote:

Really fast shipment, and well packed. Lots of new or hard to find seeds. Prices are way better than average. I will be seed shopping at Summer Hill from now on.

Neutral ladygardener1
(3 reviews)
On Jan 24, 2009, ladygardener1 Near Lake Erie, NW, PA (Zone 5a) wrote:

Received my seeds 6 days after placing my internet order. I was notified by email as to the statice of the order. The seed packets have very good instructions on sowing/germination, however the height and general growing instructions are missing. Had to go back to look for information as to sun/ shade ect. for setting out the plants into the garden.
The petunia seeds are well packaged and more seeds in the pack then larger seed companies offer and lower price.
I will be ordering from this company again.
Like the personal touch Summer Hill provides. Thanks Robin.


On September 7th, 2009, ladygardener1 changed the rating from positive to neutral and added the following:

I feel the need to update my review. I will probably order more seeds from SH but be more selective and order the seed that I have trouble finding. I had bad luck germinating the petunia seeds. I have had better experence with petunia seeds from other companies.
The Linaria and coleus seeds did great.
Maybe it was just a bad year for petunia seeds.
On September 7th, 2009, ladygardener1 added the following:

Robin just contacted me.. Boy is she fast. She has offered to replace or exchange for another verity the seeds I had problems with.
I do feel that the service is top notch, better then any large seed companies. But the end results, growing season are important.
I will still keep SH on my list to order from. A few poor seeds do not make a bad company or seller.
Positive DianaT
(12 reviews)
On Jan 11, 2009, DianaT Mullins, SC (Zone 8a) wrote:

I ordered from this company three time this season, twice in a co-op with add ons from the website and once again after the co-op ended. Customer service is great, Robin is so helpful! The seeds arrived promptly along with comprehensive instructions and I am very satisfied with them. They have now become my favorite seed supplier ;-)

Positive algebraskt
(1 review)
On Jan 10, 2009, algebraskt Union, MO wrote:

I order a lot of seeds from different companies and this is the first time I received a hand written note! I also received special instructions for the seeds, besides the instructions on the seed packets. I also received extra seeds as well. from the moment I ordered the seeds, I had emails notifying every step of the seeds being processed to when they where delivered.
The whole process was very personalized, I am totally impressed.
I will continue to order from them.
S. Campbell

Positive mdicarlo65
(1 review)
On Jan 9, 2009, mdicarlo65 Springfield, VA wrote:

Same positive experience as many others commented before me. Great selection of rare seeds. Shipped promptly and arrived with hand written note and extra seeds!
Highly recommend them.

Monique

Positive Ficurinia
(5 reviews)
On Dec 3, 2008, Ficurinia Portland, OR wrote:

Last year I ordered from this company, so I chose to again this year. Again, it was a great experience. Three packets of free seeds were sent with my order based on the other seeds I ordered. In addition, the selection of garden vine seeds is amazing and there is a lot to choose from. Cannot wait to order more next year. Easy to order from, order information updated regularly, and shipped well in a solid puffy envelope.

Positive critterologist
(14 reviews)
On Nov 26, 2008, critterologist Frederick, MD (Zone 6b) wrote:

I helped facilitate the recent co-op with Summer Hill Seeds, and it could not have gone better. Robyn (at Summer Hill) went above and beyond to make things run as smoothly as possible, re-ordering and re-stocking seeds in order to fill requests. We got a nice discount and well-packaged seeds, with germination instructions and a promise that Robyn would continue to stand by to provide any help we might need. Thanks, Robyn!

Thanks also to Summer Hill's webmaster Mitchell, who created a co-op ordering page for us on the website. Sweet!

I'll certainly order from Summer Hill again, either as an individual or through a future group purchase opportunity!

Positive bigred
(4 reviews)
On Nov 16, 2008, bigred Ashdown, AR (Zone 8a) wrote:

Missed out on the seed coop but there were so many unique seeds,I placed an independant order. Just received my order a couple days ago and couldn't be happier. Two of bonus pkgs of seeds and a lovely handwriten message.

Can't wait to see what will be new for 2009

Peggy

Positive azreno
(10 reviews)
On Sep 19, 2008, azreno Mesa, AZ (Zone 9b) wrote:

This was my first time ordering from Summer Hill. Shipping was quick, there was a handwritten personal note attached along with extra seeds of a different variety of seeds that I ordered. Very pleased, will definitily order again!

Positive Fana
(7 reviews)
On Aug 10, 2008, Fana (Zone 6b) wrote:

Very fast and professional service...and thanks for the Bonus pack of seeds. I will certainly order from Summer Hill Seeds again.

Positive Mar1
(1 review)
On Jul 2, 2008, Mar1 Garland, TX wrote:

Very impressed with this company. Was my first time ordering seeds from the internet and didn't really know what to expect. I liked that they sent e-mailed updates about when my order shipped & the e-mail address. When I got my packet, there was a handwritten thank you along with a packet of additional seeds that I had been thinking about getting. Was very excited and even my husband was impressed. Will definately be ordering from this company again.

Positive Kandi7
(13 reviews)
On Mar 2, 2008, Kandi7 Tekamah, NE wrote:

Wonderful company! Fairly priced and they send bonuses that are based on your order - I ordered some plants for a new flower bed for my daughter and they sent me a package of seeds that I'd been looking for everywhere and unable to find as a bonus! Great communication and customer service - I can't say enough nice things about this company.

Positive gladpuppy1
(4 reviews)
On Feb 18, 2008, gladpuppy1 Stow, OH wrote:

I chose to order from this company because of the good reviews on this website, and I could not be more pleased that I did! My order was shipped just a day or two after placing it, and it arrived by the end of the same week. These aren't commercial packets, but rather glassine envelopes within little plastic bags, but they are well marked, with clean seed and the seed counts are very generous. They also gifted some seeds that were very much the kind I would have chosen for myself. I had ordered all variegated varieties, and the gift seeds were also for variegated plants. Putting that kind of thought into an order is impressive. I will definately be ordering from these folks again! A wonderful experience in every way!


Positive faerygardener
(12 reviews)
On Feb 12, 2008, faerygardener Murphys, CA (Zone 7a) wrote:

Very happy with the order of seeds I placed with this company - will definately order from her again.

Positive Seedsower
(5 reviews)
On Feb 9, 2008, Seedsower Franklin, WI (Zone 5a) wrote:

Great Experience! Such a great selection makes it SO easy to spend lots of moola! LOL!

Very quick service...ordered Feb 2nd (a Saturday) and received an email that my order was shipped on Feb 4th. Now that's quick!

Received bonus seeds and a nice, personal note. Would definitely order from again.

Positive Chocolatemoose
(5 reviews)
On Feb 6, 2008, Chocolatemoose North Pole, AK (Zone 1) wrote:

On a scale of 1 to 10, Summer Hill Seeds is a 15! Ordering from Robin was a refreshing, feel good experience that definitely brought a smile to my face. Super fast shipping to Alaska, a personal, handwritten note, great packaging with individual directions...and bonus seeds to top it all off. It was obvious she took the time to select bonus seeds that would complement what I'd purchased, along with taking my growing conditions into account. The website is easy to navigate, a pleasure to peruse and complete (meaning pictures, not just descriptions)...I will ditto all the other positive reviews...and then add 5 stars on top!

Positive flame263
(5 reviews)
On Feb 4, 2008, flame263 San Antonio, TX (Zone 8b) wrote:

Awesome experience! Great seeds, very good prices and the shipping was lightening fast. Add to all that, a hand written note and extra seeds and you get as close to perfection as you can get. I will be shopping here on a regular basis from now on.

Positive bloomheaven
(14 reviews)
On Jan 6, 2008, bloomheaven Southern,
United States wrote:

I was very pleased with my experience with this company. They have a great selection, their packaging was excellent and it was super fast!! Will definitely purchase from this company again!

Positive karyn1
(18 reviews)
On Jan 2, 2008, karyn1 Silver Spring, MD wrote:

I've purchased seeds from Summerhill several times and have always been completely satisfied. The selection is great, prices reasonable, good communication, fast shipping and a high germination rate. What more could you ask for!

Positive svplantingfool
(4 reviews)
On Dec 11, 2007, svplantingfool South Venice, FL (Zone 9b) wrote:

Fantastic selection, service and seeds! I highly recommend Summer Hill Seeds for your next seed order.

Positive bonitin
(2 reviews)
On Nov 23, 2007, bonitin Gent,
Belgium (Zone 8a) wrote:

Unbelievable service!

Never had such a pleasant surprise like with this Company.
They have hard to find out- of usual seed offers. The price is very moderate and the shipping was done the same day I ordered and I received it within 10 days, which is fast considering it had to be shipped all the way to Europe!
I too was touched by the personal handwritten note where she thanked me even so I had only ordered 1 single packet of seeds. To my surprise I even got a gift on top of a similar type like I had ordered!!! The seeds were beautifully packed with much care and love with an individual instruction for each type besides a whole letter with general seed-germination instructions!

Positive amonsusanb
(1 review)
On Oct 7, 2007, amonsusanb Spencerport, NY wrote:

What a wonderful buying experience. First the fantastic selection of hard to find seeds; second the great price; third the ease of ordering; fourth the quick shipment - with extra goodies - and a personal note; as if all that wasn't enough, I had a question and emailed the company and had a thorough response within the day. It's like dealing with a friend. I'll be back to shop/buy and I'll be recommending Summerhill to many many other gardeners.

Positive ridenascar
(1 review)
On Oct 6, 2007, ridenascar Huntsville, AL wrote:

Summerhill Seed carries hard to find seeds. The selection is great. I received my order quickly and error free. The customer service with this company is above any that I have received with any other seed company. I love the fact that they took to the time to include a hand written note with my order. The seeds are packaged very well with very clear information on each. The extras that they sent with my order were wonderful. It was like they read my mind as to what else I would love. Very, very happy with my experience with Summerhill Seed. I will be ordering from them again and again.

Positive PatrickNH
(3 reviews)
On Jan 28, 2007, PatrickNH Barnstead, NH wrote:

Recently received my first order from this company. I too enjoyed the nice touch of a plant marker with each seed packet. Response was swift and accurate, and I was very surprised to see the variety of rare plants which they carried, many of which are variegates that come true from seed. The crowning touch for me was not just that they did include extras which were not cheap fillers, but rather were packets from among the standard offerings in the catalog. That they took the time to choose for me some extra seeds which they guessed would fit my interests based on what I did order, showed an exceptional interest in cultivating not only customers, but gardening friends. First class all the way.

Positive msbernard
(4 reviews)
On Dec 29, 2006, msbernard Prineville, OR wrote:

I have enjoyed my quest for both new cultivars and old favorites @ Summer Hill Seeds. The customer appreciation is shown by every order I place. I give Summer Hill 42 gold stars! Sherry - in sunny Central Oregon

Positive trueepicure
(4 reviews)
On Aug 17, 2006, trueepicure Alexandria, VA wrote:

I'm really happy with the service I received from Summer Hill Seeds. Extremely swift service, extra seeds, and plant markers! Lovely. I will definitely order from Summer Hill again.

Positive jweyandt
(1 review)
On Jul 17, 2006, jweyandt Valley View, TX wrote:

EXCELLENT SERVICE, PRICE, AND VERY FAST SHIPPING!!!!

The seeds are BEAUTIFUL!!! They included extras, but what IMPRESSED me most was the hand written note..

NOW THAT IS CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!!

KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!! The other seed company I have been using, is HISTORY!!! I have found the best!!!!

Judy W

Positive looneynurse
(1 review)
On Jul 8, 2006, looneynurse Licking, MO wrote:

i was impressed the quick delivery and quality of seeds, the rare variety.was outstanding. will return for repeated orders frequently.

Positive Wendy
(7 reviews)
On Jun 30, 2006, Wendy (Zone 9a) wrote:

I found ordering from their web site very easy. I just received my order and am very pleased with it. The seeds were well packaged with clear germination instructions for each pkt., and even a little plastic plant label in each pack.(I thought this was a nice touch)
They even sent along some free seeds!
Summer Hill Seeds carry some hard to find/unusual seeds at a reasonable price. I will definately be ordering from them again!!

Positive dixie_angel
(23 reviews)
On May 18, 2006, dixie_angel Trenton, TN wrote:

Here is another site that receives an "AWESOME" rating from me......thanks SO MUCH!!! :0)

Positive gotdogs
(1 review)
On Mar 11, 2006, gotdogs Worcester, MA wrote:

The site was easy to use and the selection of seeds was really nice. I found seed varieties that I haven't seen before. The order came quickly, and was packed very well. I appreciated the germinating instructions that came with every pack that I ordered. The site doesn't really specify that so I was pleasantly surprised. I recommend Summer Hill Seeds highly.

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