Seed Saving

Seed Saving Basics

Seed Saving Basics

Presented on Saturday, August 7, 2021

Workshop recording coming soon!

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There are a number of reasons to save seeds from summer harvests. Saving money and promoting genetic diversity are two reasons, and it's also fun to continue to grow what looks beautiful and tastes good! This workshop will help participants discover the benefits of seed saving and how to preserve heirloom varieties. Also explore the differences between hybrid and open-pollinated varieties of seed, and characteristics of plants that are best suited to seed saving. Finally, learn about harvesting seed, processing the seed and proper storage techniques.

Seed Saving Basics

Presented on August 1, 2020

Presenter: Mona Copland, Master Gardener of Nevada County

Time: 60 minutes, posted in 3 videos below:

Part 1 Click here

Why save seeds/
How to collect seeds

Part 2 Click here

How to collect seeds (continued)
How to dry and store seeds

Part 3 Click here

Question and Answer session

Workshop Handouts

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