"Many people garden because they enjoy the independence of producing their own food. Yet for many, the how and why of producing seeds remains mysterious and even intimidating. This book explores how seed saving is not only easier than we think, but why it is essential for vibrant, independent, and bountiful gardens."-- Provided by publisher.
Contents
Front Cover; Praise; Title Page; Rights Page; Contents; Acknowledgments; PART I: Seed Saving Belongs in the Home Garden; PART II: Saving Seed -- What We Need to Know About Our Plants in Order toSave Seed -- General Principles; PART III: If It's Your First Time -- Easy Inbreeding Plants with Perfect Flowers; Color Section; PART IV: Plants with Moving Parts; PART V: Not as Hard as They Look -- Biennials and Obligate Outbreeders; PART VI: What Have We Missed?; PART VII: Strategies for Success; PART VIII: Final Recommendations: Try it!; Index; About the Author; About New Society Publishers
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