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Seed Saving & Storage

Seed Saving & Storage

Seed Saving.  Gardeners and farmers have traditionally saved seeds from their favorite plants because we know that is the best way to have the best varieties and strains adapted to your local conditions.  Seeds contain the genetics of the parent plants and if you have a favorite heirloom tomato, bean or lettuce that does well for you why not save some seeds for next year?  Besides, they are free and abundant right now!  Seed Savers Exchange has been promoting seed…

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Save Your Seeds

Save Your Seeds

Harvesting veggies, herbs, and flowers is the best part of gardening but don’t overlook another crop you might want to gather… seeds for next year.  If you’ve grown peas, beans, tomatoes, or lettuce these are the easiest to save and assure you will have good seeds for next year.  There are many advantages to saving your own seeds and it’s very satisfying to see your plants through from generation to generation.  Kind of like how we enjoy grandchildren!  It’s also…

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