Have you contemplated saving your own vegetable seeds to use next season?
Let this be your sign to do it!
Last season, I saved 4 pint sized mason jars full of marigold seeds and was able to share them with neighbors, family, and friends. This season my goal is to let more of my plants go to seed to save for later in this season or the next.
I also saved bell pepper seeds which I am growing this season.
It’s exciting to grow your own food but I found it especially gratifying to use that food to grow more food.
First up: Spinach
More specifically Bloomsdale Long Standing variety spinach.
This variety is one of my favorite leafy greens to grow. Saving seeds is relatively simple.
Seed Saving Steps
- Allow plants to bolt and begin to flower. You’ll notice seeds developing along the stem of the plant.
- Harvest plants
- Using your hand, gently rub the seeds from the plant onto a plate or flat surface to dry
- Allow the seeds to dry for up to 3 weeks before storing in an airtight container
- Plant if able or save the seeds for the next season
Leave a comment below with the seeds you’re planning to save.
I’m also planning on allowing my mustard greens, marigolds, parsley, dill, catnip, Lemon balm, and any other plants that go to seed.
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