The best alternative is not necessarily another boxed kit. It may be a smaller custom collection built around your climate and the plants you actually want to grow.
1. Buy individual seed packets
This gives maximum control over species, cultivar, packet size and supplier. It is especially sensible if you only want a few plants from the ten-plant kit.
2. Buy young plants locally
Local nurseries can be useful for slower perennials and for gardeners who want to skip seed starting.
3. Build a climate-specific collection
Choose plants around your sunlight, drainage and growing season rather than a fixed list.
4. Choose the Medicinal Garden Kit for convenience
If you want a pre-selected group and prefer one purchase, the original kit may still be the simpler route.
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