Oh, those tempting little darlings are arriving daily in the mail 
...yep, you know what I mean...SEED CATALOGS!
What lovely thoughts they do bring to mind, gorgeously blooming flowers, luscious fruits and bountiful vegetables all in a perfectly tended garden 
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Making a long list of new things to try and some old favorites to replant comes next.
Then reality sinks in when I actually add up the cost of my wish list ; and the paring down begins. I still usually end up with more seeds than garden space; but they make nice little gifts to tuck into a card or letter for a fellow gardener, and many can be saved for planting next season.
I've yet to sit down for my list making this year, and it is just about time to start some things indoors 
; but this afternoon looks to be cold and dreary outside- perfect weather for "seed shopping" in my book!
I will probably order from Bountiful Gardens and Seed Savers Exchange this year. I love The Cook's Garden catalog, too; though mine has not yet arrived. What are your favorite places to order seeds from?
Next week I'll try to post a few picks for 2009 from my wish list. Please share your own favorite seed catalogs, and any "must have" items from your own wish list this year!
With Wishes for a Bountiful New Gardening Year,
Posted by Kristin Hoffman
