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The complete idiot's guide to seed saving and starting, by Sheri Ann Richerson

eng

Includes bibliographical references and index

illustrations

index present

non fiction

The complete idiot's guide to seed saving and starting

bibliography

by Sheri Ann Richerson

Explains the essential techniques for growing plants from harvested seeds, including information on collecting seeds, drying, controlling pests, testing and germinating, and sowing

Getting started with seeds. Why save seeds? A seed is born -- Harvesting and storing seeds. How to save seeds. Preparing your seeds for storage. Storing your seeds -- Germinating and sowing seeds. Germinating and testing your seeds. Scarification and stratification. Sowing seeds indoors. Sowing seeds outdoors -- When seeds become plants. Extending the growing season. Transplanting your seedlings. Protecting your plants from diseases, pests, and critters -- Building your seed future. Creating new varieties by cross breeding. Creating a gardening journal. Sharing your knowledge -- Seed directories. The herb, spice, grain, and fruit seed directory. The vegetable seed directory. The flower seed directory

Complete idiot's guideSeed saving and starting