Although there are lots of seed banks that ship to the USA, not all of them are worth ordering from.
Some take almost a month to ship, and if you order from an international seed bank, you run the risk of your seeds being seized by customs.
Over the last 2 years, I’ve been on a mission to review the most popular seed banks, so you know which ones are reliable, and which ones should be avoided.
These seed bank reviews are based on my own experience, as well as speaking with real customers on grow forums.
November 2022 UPDATE: Unfortunately, there has been a rise in seeds being seized by customs. I therefore highly recommend that you order seeds from seed banks that ship from inside your country.
Please see below for my current recommendations:
🏆 Best Seed Banks That Ship To The USA 🏆
Here are my top picks for the seed banks that will ship to the USA
Some of these seed banks will ship seeds from Europe to the United States, while others will actually ship seeds from inside the USA, meaning you don’t have to worry about long shipping times or your seeds getting seized by customs.
I’ve covered the pros and cons of using each seed bank below the table.
1. ILGM (I Love Growing Marijuana)
- Ships to: USA and EU
- Shipping time to the USA: 4-5 days
- Ships From: California
- Discount code: Get $5 off with THXFROMROBERT$
I Love Growing Marijuana (ILGM) is an Amsterdam-based seed bank that deserves its place at the top of this list.
They’ve been one of my go-to seed banks for the last 4 years.
Although their seed prices can be a little more expensive than other seed banks, here’s why I love using them:
Fast Shipping To The USA – Even though ILGM is a European seed bank, they ship from a US warehouse in California, which means lightening fast shipment and no worrying about seeds being seized by customs. However, please note they don’t deliver to Canada or the UK.
100% Germination Guarantee – ILGM’s germination guarantee really sets them apart from other seed banks. In the event that your cannabis seeds don’t germinate, they will happily replace them for free. I’ve even read about them replacing whole orders, even if only one seed fails. Even if your seeds germinate but then fail further down the line (usually due to grower error) they’ll give you a nice discount on your next order.
Delivery guarantee – ILGM is so confident that your order will arrive that they will re-ship your seeds for free if your order doesn’t arrive for any reason.
Awesome customer service – ILGM hands down has the best customer service out of all the seed banks I have used. When I email them, they usually reply within 15 minutes and are extremely friendly and helpful. I’ve ordered from many companies that think it’s OK to never reply to customer emails, so this is vital to me.
Promotions – ILGM doesn’t have the best promotions, but they do have a buy 10, get 10 free offer. If you purchase 10 seeds, they will match that by giving you 10 seeds free of charge. This is an amazing deal but might not be for everyone, as buying 10 ILGM seeds is usually well over $100!
Check out my full ILGM review for a full list of pros and cons to using this seed bank.
2. WeedSeedExpress
- weedseedsexpress.com
- Based in the Netherlands
- Worldwide Shipping
- Shipping Time To USA: 5 – 15 days
- Free seeds with every order
WeedSeedExpress is a popular new seed bank based in the heart of Amsterdam in The Netherlands and is fast becoming one of my favorite seed banks to use.
They offer fast, worldwide shipping and a large selection of high-quality stains.
Customer service is a top priority for them and it really shows from all of the happy customers on Trustpilot.
Their seed prices are competitive and they’ll ship to the United States discreetly in as little as 5 days! They’ll even ship to Georgia and Texas, where it’s still illegal to grow.
The only negative thing I can say about this new seed bank is that they have not yet established much of a reputation, so time will tell if they become one of the top-rated seed banks in the world – things are looking good!
Check out my full WeedSeedExpress Review
3. Seedsman
- www.seedsman.com
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Ships to: Worldwide
- 25% Bitcoin discount
- Discount Code: get 10% off with sorry10
Seedsman is basically the Amazon.com of seed banks, with a huge selection of low-priced strains (and questionable customer service)
Here’s why I like using them:
1. Strain Selection – Seedsman has the largest selection of strains that I could find online (over 4,000! at the time I wrote this) this means they can act as a kind of one-stop-shop (similar to Amazon) so you don’t have to create multiple accounts for different seed banks.
2. Low Prices – Seedsman has some of the lowest-priced strains I could find online. For example, a 10-pack of white widow feminized seeds costs around $64, with 10 similar cannabis seeds at ILGM and MSNL costing $119.00 and $100 respectively.
3. Promotions – To add to their low prices, Seedman has a solid loyalty points program and lots of amazing promotions that can reduce the cost of your order even further. You also get at least 3 FREE seeds when you spend above $30, which is a very nice bonus.
4. Germination guarantee – If any of your cannabis seeds don’t sprout, you can contact Seedsman and they’ll work with you to send out a replacement. However, keep in mind that Seedsman will only replace your seeds if you live in a country or state where it is legal to germinate them.
Although Seedsman is cheap, their shipping time to the US is usually pretty slow (up to 20 days) and their customer service isn’t the best.
So if these things are important to you, use a seed bank like WeedSedsExpress or ILGM instead.
Check out my full Seedsman Review
4. MSNL Seeds
- Website: www.marijuana-seeds.nl
- Location: London, UK
- Shipping: Worldwide
- 15% Bitcoin Discount
- Discount Code: Get 10% off your order with DONTGO10
MSNL is a well-established UK Seed bank that has been around since 1999.
Large Strain Selection – MSNL is another seed bank with a huge selection of strains
Inexpensive Seeds – MSNL seeds are also very low priced. In general, they do tend to be a little more expensive than Seedsman, but regular sale prices can often make their cannabis seeds cheaper.
Fast Shipping – MSNL has fast, worldwide shipping to the US and Canada, taking an average of 6-10 days to arrive.
Customer Reviews – Customer reviews about MSNL are mostly positive, as you can see by their high Trust Pilot Rating.
The one thing that disappoints me with MSNL is that they don’t offer any kind of germination guarantee. If your cannabis seeds don’t germinate, then they take no responsibility and won’t send you replacements or issue a refund.
Check out my full MSNL Review to get a full breakdown
5. Crop King Seeds
- Website: www.cropkingseeds.com
- Location: Quebec, Canada
- Shipping: Worldwide
Crop King Seeds is based in Canada and has been in the game for almost 15 years.
Canada seems to have a patchy record when it comes to online seed banks, but Crop King is one of the best.
The strains that crop king sell have been carefully cultivated in the house to ensure quality.
80% Germination Guarantee
They also offer a fairly decent germination guarantee (80%)
Fast Shipping To Canada
However, the main advantage that Crop King Seeds has over other seed banks is fast shipping times to Canada.
With some orders being delivered in as little as two days. Shipping anywhere outside Canada or United States costs $30, so should be avoided.
Seed Prices
I find that Crop King Seeds cost slightly more than other seed banks.
10 White Widow Fem seeds cost rough $140 (inc shipping) compared to $64 at seedsman and $99 at MSNL – both of whom ship to Canada.
Not Many Promotions
They also don’t seem to offer any promotions or freebies as many other seed banks do…
Overall, I would recommend Crop King if you live in Canada and need your cannabis seeds delivered FAST.
However, if you live elsewhere, there are probably better places to buy your seeds.
Check out my full review of Crop King Seeds
6. Herbies Seeds
- Website: www.herbiesheadshop.com
- Location: Alicante, Spain
- Shipping: Worldwide
- Fast US Shipping
- Germination Guarantee
- Regular Promotions
- Good Customer Service
- Free seeds
Herbies was founded in 2000 and is based in Alicante.
Similar to Seedsman, Herbie’s stock a large number of breeders strains (over 2,000)
Promotions / Freebies
Herbies prides itself on its promotions and freebies.
They regularly offer freebies and have lots of promotions every day that can help lower the cost of your order.
Most Herbies customer reviews specifically mention the freebies as a big plus.
Customer Service
I love to see seed banks that care about customer service, and Herbies have built up a strong reputation as a company that cares about its customers.
Most customers report fast and friendly replies to any issues that they face, and they enjoy a high TrustPilot score, too.
Germination Guarantee
Although they don’t specifically mention it on their site, Herbies is known to happily send out replacement cannabis seeds if the ones you order fails to germinate.
You simply need to fill out their warranty claim form.
Seed Prices
Seed prices are quite a bit more expensive than Seedsman or MSNL for similar strains.
For example, a pack of 10 White Widow feminized cannabis seeds costs around $120, whereas the same 10 seeds at Seedsman cost $70.
However, it seems that Herbies like to apply big discounts to orders the more you spend with them:
- 5% off orders over 100 euro
- 10% off orders over 200 euro
- 15% off orders over 400 euro
This probably explains why their seed prices are higher than other seed banks.
Check out my full review of Herbies Seeds
7. Sensi Seeds
- Website: www.sensiseeds.com
- Location: London, UK
- Ships to: EU
- Shipping time to EU: 2-10 days
- Strong Reputation
- No Germination Guarantee
Sensi Seeds is one of the biggest names in the cannabis seed industry.
Sensi has won numerous Cannabis Cup awards and is a renowned brand worldwide.
Seed prices
Though their prices are a bit higher than other cannabis seed banks, you know you are getting some of the best genetics in the world when purchasing from Sensi Seeds.
Most reviews for Sensi Seeds are positive, though some report being unsatisfied with the quality of their cannabis seeds or not receiving their order.
Customer Reviews
Customer service seems a bit wishy-washy, though it does appear typically they try their best to resolve any issue as quickly as possible.
Your order is packaged in a discreet, unmarked envelope. There are no logos or advertising present on the packaging, making it virtually impossible to tell what is inside.
Shipping
If you are lucky enough to live within the EU, you can expect to receive your order within 2-10 business days from the date your payment is processed, depending on which shipping option you chose.
Check out my full review of Sensi Seeds
Worst Seed Banks (Avoid)
Unfortunately, there are a lot of seed banks out there that have a bad reputation and are best avoided.
Here is a couple that I recommend that you avoid.
1. True North Seeds
True North is a large Canadian Seed Bank.
Although they are undoubtedly a legit business, they have a very poor customer service record and are best avoided.
If you are looking for a Canadian seed bank, then Crop King Seeds is a much better choice.
Read my full True North Seed Bank review
2. BC seeds
BC seeds had a bad reputation a few years back for scamming customers. They disappeared from the internet and then relaunched recently as a site that redirects users to other seed banks.
This is a fake site – avoid
Read my full BC seeds review
How To Spot A Reputable Online Seed Bank
Reputable seed banks all have the following things in common
- Responsive customer service
- Some kind of germination guarantee
- Delivery Guarantees
- FREE cannabis seeds
- Lots of promotions
- Loyalty points program
- Fast shipping
- Bitcoin discount
- Lots of payment options, including VISA credit cards, Bitcoin, or Bank Transfer
- A high rating on review sites like TrustPilot or Seedfinder
Tips When Ordering Cannabis Seeds Online
Here are my top tips when buying seeds online.
Tip #1. Get Seeds For FREE
Many cannabis seed banks offer seeds for free when you spend a certain amount with them.
Seeds are expensive so this is something I like my seed bank to offer.
Top 10 seedbanks Seedsman, MSNL, and ILGM all offer free seeds.
Tip #2. Buy Feminized Seeds
Only ever buy feminized seeds.
I can’t stress this enough.
They might be a little more expensive than regular seeds but 100% worth it.
You’ll have fewer duds when germinating and spend less time waiting for new seeds to be delivered.
When I first began growing, I used regular seeds because they were cheaper and it was a huge headache as many were duds.
Tip #3. Get Faster Shipping
Shipping times seem to be top gripes in growing forums.
That’s because most of the cannabis seed banks are in the EU while most growers are in the US or Canada.
If shipping speed is important to you and you live in the USA, buy from a seed bank that ships from the US (like ILGM) or a Canadian seed bank like Crop King Seeds.
Tip #4. Customer Service
I always like to choose an online seed shop that has good customer service.
Even the best seed banks will sometimes send orders that get lost or send seeds that don’t germinate.
When this happens, it’s nice to know the seed bank you ordered from has good customer service and will take care of you.
Top 10 seedbanks like ILGM, Seedsman, and MSNL have good customer service.
Tip #5. Small Test Order
Whatever Seedbank you choose, always order a small number of seeds first to test out how the seed bank performs in terms of shipping and germination rates.
This also helps spread the risk if you’re worried about discretion.
Tip #6. Pay With Bitcoin
Bitcoin is anonymous, safe, and secure.
It’s therefore perfect for this type of transaction and the method of payment that most seed banks prefer.
Many marijuana seed banks offer incentives to purchase your marijuana seeds with Bitcoin cash, so it’s definitely the recommended payment method.
Frequestionly Asked Questions
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about online seed banks.
Are There Any Seed Banks In The US?
Unfortunately, the simple answer is no. The reason for this is that companies don’t want to navigate complicated cross-state cannabis seed laws and up in legal trouble. Hopefully, this will change in the near future, but for now, all of the good seed banks are located in Europe.
Is It Safe To Order Seeds Online?
Yes, hundreds of people do this every day. In most counties and states, cannabis seeds are not seen as illegal. Most reputable seed banks will offer a delivery guarantee. In the event your seeds get stopped at customs, you will most likely only receive a letter.
Please note that this is not legal advice.
What Seed Bank Has The Best Genetics?
This is tough to answer, as many seed banks produce very high-quality genetics. The best genetics are usually a matter of personal opinion. However, I can vouch for ILGM’s genetics being first class. Give gold leaf a try and you won’t be disappointed.
Are Seed Banks Reliable?
Yes, a few online seed banks are very reliable, and even have 99%+ success rates in delivering packages. However, it’s important that you buy seeds from trusted seed banks that have an excellent track record. There are lots of shady seed banks out there.
Is Australian Seed Bank Legit?
No. Although they seem like an Australian-based seed bank, they simply redirect you to other European seed banks when you go to the checkout. Therefore, they are considered a legit seed bank.
Do I need an account to purchase seeds?
No, most seed banks will allow you to complete checkout as a guest without having to register an account with them.
Are Online Seed Banks Legit?
It’s a question I get asked a lot by readers via email, and here’s what I usually reply with:
Unfortunately, the answer is both YES and NO. While there are many legit and reliable seed banks out there, there are also seed banks you should avoid at all costs. Cannabis seeds are a prime target for scammers because most customers are unlikely to report their issues to the authorities.
Final Thoughts – Seed Bank Reviews
Purchasing cannabis seeds online in the US can seem a little daunting at first.
However, as long as you buy from a reputable online seed bank, you will be absolutely fine.
Happy Growing!
James
Originally posted 2019-01-24 13:48:44.
James Alexander
I wouldn’t touch True North. Add on costs for card processing, more money to send by stealth, more money for guaranteed delivery which means you can get the same strains cheaper every where else. To top it off their customer service is shocking. Rarely respond to e-mails and even had one of their team tell me that they work remotely from them and they struggle to get answers from the management too.
Hey James! Thanks for the feedback on True North. When I contacted True North they replied pretty quickly, but maybe they aren’t very consistent. I have to admit, my current go-to seed banks at the moment are ILGM and Seedsman!
I Agree the Seedsman does have a good customer service which is Key from buying from any seed bank that goes for all businesses big and small good customer service always should come first before anything else, but it is also very easy to call the Seedsman from the states. So I see The Vault didn’t make your list, probably because they only started taking credit cards again after they moved to Spain but their main office is in the UK they also have comprehensive Grows about 4-5 times a year if you’re a member of Grasscity, RIU or 420magazine for some growers who may not have money to purchase seeds for whatever the situation maybe, but they will send you a pack of 5 autos and a T-shirt and seeds are usually from a Top Breeder like Dutch Passions which is side by side almost with Sensi Seeds which aren’t as Good as they once where, but still one of the Best for having Good genetics. Also I see who didn’t make the list is Nirvana with one of there flag ship strains Aurora indicia F1’s. I don’t Grow feminized seeds and a lot of old skool growers and master growers you will never grow femmed strains for their lack of stability, but I have grown in the past femmed strains with always Good results I just think Regs is where’s it’s at! Also Bodhi seeds or Great Lake genetics who have by far has the most Keepers and some of the best genetics out of any seed bank Imo! But for newer growers the Seedsman is probably the Best to deal with because of there Good freebies but The Vault seed bank has the most breeders out of any Bank out there and they also don’t Breed but Have a Lotta 100% free promotions and like mentioned sign up on Grasscity if you want free seeds when they do their comprehensive grows! Good article and agree on 95% of what you said.
Thanks for the excellent comment Robbie! 🙂
Hey James, I tried to connect to True North as well as ILGM & my computer stopped me because they both had Malware attached. So everyone be careful. I can’t believe since Canada is legal that the price of seeds has sky rocked! Just plain crazy!
Hey 🙂 Oh that’s very strange. I just checked the links and they seem to be working OK for me with no warnings. Is this happening for anyone else? There may be a short term increase in Canadian seed prices but with more and more states and countries legalising it should lead to more competition between the seed bank, which will mean lower prices in the long run!
True North Seed Bank Is ripping customers off and getting them red flagged at customs. I tried to get this resolved and have been ignored by TNSB Management. I’ve been sending this message around that TNSB ignores!
Sorry to hear about your bad experience with True North Seed Bank David 🙁 Seed banks can be really hit and miss. For some people they receive their seeds no problem and others encounter big delays. I would always recommending ordering a small quantity of seeds from the seed banks on this list to see which ones work best for you. I’m a big fan of Seedsmand and ILGM. Seedsman has a better selection but ILGM has better customer support.
I also found it hard to contact them 🙁 hopefully they listen and improve their customer service soon!
True North is nothing short of being a rip-off. Never have I had such problems with obtaining seeds. Do yourselves a favour and stay away from this dispensary.
I just ordered from Dr.Seeds where prices are far less. Shipping time and quality will follow.
Once again, stay far away from True North.
Sorry to hear that Dave 🙁 unfortunately many growers have faced similar issues with them. Far better places to buy your seeds online!
hello what about Dinafem seed Bank the side looks good the reviews are also postive and they even give sometimes somethig away ))
I’ll include these guys in the next update, thanks for the heads up!
yes stay away from True North. i recently made an order for bubba kush humboldt.these come in a wooden block and the seeds are in a tube with a spot of glue on the side. my block was empty. customer serice made it good the same day i called but i will not take a chance with them again.
Sorry you had that experience Mike. What frustrates me is that they don’t seem to really care about their reputation. Frustrating.
What do you think of Homegrown Cannabis Co seedbank from the UK. I believe they bought out GYO. Hard to find any reviews on them. Thanks
I made several unsuccessful attempts to place an order with homegrown, formally (gyo)seed company.Customer service was unable , or ? to make any transaction happen . I requested assistance from a supervisor. Due to an unforgiving planting schedule , it eventually became clear, homegrown seed company is not for me . Up the Cashmere canyon…..
Sorry you had that experience Peter, thanks for letting us know!
Hi Sally, these guys only recently came on to my radar. They seem to be growing in popularity so I’ll do a thorough review on them soon. T
Anybody know any seed banks that deliver to Mexico?
I believe MSNL ship to Mexico Allen! Good luck with your grow 🙂
I tried to order from the Seedsman but all the feminized seeds were “sold out”. Ended up ordering from Crop King. Prices were a little higher but they said they throw a few extras in each bag. I also scored a 10% discount just by asking a few questions and requesting one. I have to say they had a lot to choose from. I had a hard time deciding. This is my first time growing like this. Wish me luck!
The only seed bank I ordered from so far is weedseedsonline.net. They do not have the largest selection, but they have very competitive pricing and always send extra seeds with your order. Very fast and helpful customer service too, on both my orders I got a response within an hour! Germination rate 100% so far and ships from within Canada which is a huge plus in my book!
I got some Gorilla Glue Auto seeds from ILGM, it’s my go-to strain now. Pretty easy to grow, had some issues with mold, but that wasn’t ILGM’s fault, and still got decent harvests
crop king 55 seeds germinated 2 popped they suck and they will not stand by their prodect
pacific seed bank they just put any seed of the floor in a packet and sale it for what ever you ordered they just flat out lie and rip you off dont go there
I would like to add a warning to anyone thinking of buying from Seed Supreme. I ordered seeds from them and when I germinated them they had wispy colas and were full of seeds. The strain also didn’t visually look like the strain I ordered. When I contacted them about the order, they stopped responding to my emails. So I went to their website and left a review and they removed it the next day. I find it incredible that they are listed as number 1 on many seed bank review sites.
What about Nuke Head Seeds!
Great list! I’ve ordered from several of these seed banks, and it’s good to see updated recommendations for 2024. The variety and shipping options really make a difference. Thanks for sharing!