Le Jardin Du Gourmet is a second-generation seed company started in the 1950's. Its most popular product is its thirty-five cent sample seed packets used in gardens throughout the United States and elsewhere. Le Jardin Du Gourmet also offers a wide selection of fresh herbs and seedlings that they send directly from their greenhouse to their customers. Hard to find items are also available like the Shiitake Mushroom Log and specialty garlics and shallots for growing.

Owner Paul Taylor tests all of his seeds for germination and guarantees top quality of the products he sells in his catalog. His catalog gives detailed descriptions of each plant as well as helpful advice for the successful home gardener. Paul also hand selects books he feels will best serve his base of customers. Topics include everything from The Healing Herbs by Michael Castleman to Growing Great Garlic by Ron L. Engeland. Paul Taylor has a very hand on approach and a keen sense of what his customers are looking for. This is an excellent list for those looking to reach a rich base of home gardeners and seed buyers.

Continuations & tests include:

• Gardener's Supply
• Lee Valley
• Mother Earth News
• Pinetree Garden Seeds