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Langara Seed Swap

Saving Seeds

At the end of the growing season, you can save seeds from your plants to use for next year.  Consider bringing some by the Langara Seed Swap to help us replenish our collection!  Here are some guides on how to save your seeds.

Seed saving videos

Learning how to save seeds gives you a nearly-continuous supply of seeds that are adapted to your area at little or no cost. When a plant produces seeds, that normally completes the life cycle of the plant. Harvesting and saving seeds from your plants is a simple process, a great way to save money, and very rewarding.

The basics of saving different types of seeds, and understanding the differences between open-pollinated and hybrid varieties.