Learn how to harvest, store, germinate and preserve seeds for future gardens.
The Seed Saving Bible: 7 Books in 1 by Steven Dowding is a detailed seed-saving guide for gardeners interested in heirloom varieties, organic growing and greater food self-sufficiency. It brings together seven seed-related guides in one practical volume, covering the seed-saving cycle from selecting and harvesting mature seed through to storage and successful germination.
The book explores saving seeds from vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers, creating a home seed bank, keeping seed fresh for future seasons and building reliable seed-growing skills. It is suited to home gardeners, heirloom enthusiasts, small-scale growers and readers interested in preparedness and sustainable food production.
Topics include
- Harvesting and cleaning garden seeds
- Seed storage and maintaining freshness
- Germinating saved seed
- Vegetable, fruit, herb and flower seed saving
- Building and organising a home seed bank
- Heirloom seed preservation and organic growing
- Practical self-sufficiency with saved seed
Book details
Author: Steven Dowding
Format: Paperback
ISBN-13: 9798367960112
Weight: 427 g
A useful reference for gardeners who want to reduce dependence on purchased seed, preserve favourite varieties and carry successful plants from one growing season into the next.
