
Amazon’s Fake Plants: The Shocking Rise of AI-Generated Seed Scams
Dr. Russell Sharp exposes a growing problem of fake plant listings and AI-generated seed scams on Amazon and other marketplaces, showing how buyers are being misled by impossible varieties (like bright blue hostas) and foreign drop-shippers.
He explains how to protect yourself—check seller and nursery credentials, prefer reputable nurseries or local stores—and shares a real seed mix-up story to contrast honest mistakes with deliberate fakes.
https://eutrema.co.uk/shop/fertiliser/liquid-gold-unique-complete-fertiliser/
More reputable growers and seed sellers:
Burpee — W. Atlee Burpee & Co…
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