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This is where I keep current links to mail order sources for seeds and products I recommend for the garden.
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Online Shopping Sources
Garden Plants & Seeds
United States
- Botanical Interests | Seeds & Supplies | (United States)
- Seeds Now | Seeds, roots, bulbs | (United States)
Canada
- West Coast Seeds | Seeds & Supplies (Canada)
Etsy
- Etsy | Unique and handmade items
- Empress of Dirt Etsy Shop | Digital products
Amazon
Visit my Amazon Empress of Dirt Storefronts to see favorite recommendations.
- Amazon United States | Amazon.ca Canada | Amazon.co.uk
Garden-Inspired T-Shirts & More
- RedBubble | International Shipping
Unique t-shirts, sweatshirts, pouches, phone cases… - Amazon.com | US Shipping
Recommended Products
These are items I have mentioned in the Empress of Dirt newsletter.
Most links go to Amazon where I am an affiliate. Always check local shops first!
Book
I like this book so much because it demonstrates how by doing what’s best for birds you do what’s best for the earth.
Bird-Friendly Gardening: Guidance and Projects for Supporting Birds in Your Landscape
by Jen McGuinness
Bird-Friendly Gardening is the definitive guide to planting a wildlife-welcoming home landscape filled with a diversity of native plants that feed, shelter, and support birds.
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Favorite Garden Books
These are some favorite garden-related book recommendations for sowing, growing, nurturing wildlife, plant propagation, garden art, and memoirs.
Grow Lights
Seedlings
Barrina Super Bright White LED Lights
These lights work nicely for indoor seed starting and growing young plants until it’s time for outdoor transplanting.
Indoor Flowering & Fruiting
Barrina Full-Spectrum LED Lights
If you need lights for long-term growing including plants that can flower and fruit indoors, choose full-spectrum bulbs.
You can also use these lights for seed starting.
Bird Feeder With Automated Camera
Netvue Birdfy AI Smart Bird Feeder Camera With Solar Panel
- High-definition photos and video 24/7
- Free cloud storage or save to SD card
- Integrated phone app for footage and notifications
- Identifies 6000+ bird species
- Rechargeable – can also be powered by optional Birdfy solar panel
Recommended Hummingbird Feeder
Hummingbird Feeder | Amazon
I like this style of feeder for a few reasons. First, it provides a perch for the birds as they feed. This is important so they don’t waste energy. Also, it’s easy to clean, which helps prevent disease.
Compost Tumbler
Mantis Composter
These are a good option if you worry about your compost pile attracting pests.
More Recommendations
- Floating Row Covers | These comes in different sizes and thicknesses to suit your needs.
- Gloves | I’ve had good luck with Watson brand.
- Heat Mat with Thermostat | For seeds that need extra warmth to sprout indoors.
- Heated Bird Bath | To provide fresh water in winter.
- Label Maker | Use waterproof tapes for really long-lasting plant tags.
- Stainless Steel Plant Markers | Combine with the Label Maker and you’re set.
- Kangaroo Bag | I use these for weeding, leaf collection, and more.
- Mosquito Net | To work the garden in peace.
- Sticky Traps | Excellent way to stop fungus gnats indoors.
- Wheelbarrow With Two Wheels | No more tipping over!
- Watering Can | A good narrow, long neck watering can is a must for houseplants.
- Waders | For pond maintenance.
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Ebooks
Reader’s favorite tips and tutorials on various topics compiled into handy downloadable ebooks.
~Melissa the Empress of Dirt ♛