UC Master Gardeners, Santa Clara County, CA
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UC Master Gardeners, Santa Clara County, CA

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Time for Seed Saving

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Label and store seeds in airtight containers in a cool, dark place, UC Marin Master Gardeners
Label and store seeds in airtight containers in a cool, dark place, UC Marin Master Gardeners
As we reach the end of the summer garden season, were there some vegetables you particularly loved this year? If yes, consider saving their seeds for next year’s garden. The easiest seeds to save are from self-pollinating plants like beans, peppers, lettuce, and tomatoes. Be aware that seeds from hybrid varieties may not breed true. Dry fruit plants like beans and peas can just be separated from their pods, dried, and stored. But tomatoes require a “wet” method where seeds are scooped into a container, fermented, washed, dried, and stored. 

More information: How to Save Seeds

Months applicable
  • August
  • September
  • October
Category
  • 1. To-do

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