Burpee has sold seeds since 1876, and its range now runs from non-GMO vegetable, flower, herb and fruit seeds to live plants, bulbs and garden supplies.
The cost that matters most here is delivery: seed packets go out at a $3.95 flat rate, while plant and supply orders are priced by order total.
Burpee's historic home is Fordhook Farm in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, which still serves as a testing ground for new varieties. The company credits itself with introducing the original 'Iceberg' lettuce in 1894, the first white marigold in 1976 and, in 2014, a beefsteak tomato it calls the largest ever bred. It also says its seeds germinate up to 35% above state and federal minimums. The Smithsonian Institution has marked Burpee's 150 years with a free commemorative e-book.
The supplies range covers seed starting, grow lights, greenhouses and cold frames, raised beds, composters, fertilizers, watering and frost protection, with a Made in the USA selection. Burpee also publishes a Garden Guide of how-to articles written by its horticulturalists and sends a free printed catalog on request.
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How long does Burpee shipping take?
Seed-packet orders pay a $3.95 flat rate; other orders run from $9.95 (up to $10) to $19.95 (over $150), plus surcharges on large items.
What is Burpee's return policy?
Damaged or unsatisfactory items get a replacement or refund within 90 days, and refunds reach your original payment about 7-14 days after processing.
What payment methods does Burpee accept?
Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, PayPal and Burpee gift cards work online, or you can mail a check with the order form.
More about shopping at Burpee
Delivery
Seeds travel by USPS in 3-14 business days, while most plants go by UPS, can't go to PO boxes and arrive at planting time for your zone.
Promo exclusions
Large, heavy items sit outside Burpee's shipping promotions, so a delivery deal may not cover a bulky garden purchase.
Gift cards
Digital Burpee gift cards travel by email and land in the recipient's inbox the same day.
Order changes
Seed orders usually ship within one to two days, so a change or cancellation needs a phone call the same day.
Burpee's store runs on Shopify, so the discount box sits in the order summary on the checkout page.
Enter the code there before you pay, because a processed order can't be changed and seed orders often leave within one to two days.
If the code promises cheaper or free delivery, look over your cart for large, heavy items first: those are excluded from shipping promotions and may still carry a surcharge.
Nursery stock doesn't ship outside the continental US, and some plants can't go to certain states, so confirm your plants can reach you before counting on a plant discount.
Where the code box sits on Shopify's standard checkout (illustration; screens vary).
If your Burpee code doesn't work
Minimum order: "Free Shipping on Orders of $50" needs an order of at least $50.
Exclusions: Large, heavy items are excluded from shipping promotions.
New customers only: "10% off your order" is for a first order.
Delivery is where a Burpee order gets pricier, so it pays to plan.
A seed-only order keeps the $3.95 flat rate, while adding a plant or a tool moves you onto the order-total scale that tops out at $19.95.
Request the free Burpee catalog to plan a season's planting in one order instead of several small ones.
Digital gift cards, sent by email the same day, are accepted as payment at checkout.
Burpee questions, answered
How much does Burpee charge for shipping?
Seed packets ship for a $3.95 flat rate. Other orders are charged by total, from $9.95 for orders up to $10 to $19.95 for orders over $150, with surcharges on large items.
Does Burpee offer expedited shipping?
Burpee doesn't offer expedited delivery. Seeds go by USPS in 3-14 business days, and most plants ship by UPS at the right planting time for your zone.
Can Burpee ship plants to every state?
Nursery stock doesn't ship outside the continental US, and some plants can't go to certain states. UPS carries most plants, so give a street address rather than a PO box.
How long does a Burpee refund take?
Burpee replaces or refunds damaged or unsatisfactory items within 90 days, with a valid order number. The money reaches your original payment about 7-14 days after processing.
Can a Burpee order be changed after it's placed?
Seed orders usually ship within one to two days, so call the same day to change or cancel. Once an order is processed, it can't be changed.
Does Burpee sell gift cards?
Burpee sells digital gift cards that arrive by email the same day. They're also accepted as payment on Burpee's own site.