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We now have available FREE sweet bell pepper seeds to any who request them, as long as supplies last. Please send three unused first class postage stamps to:
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Blanchester, Ohio
45107
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Friday, October 7, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Seed Saving...
For those of you who like to garden, I would like to give you some tips on how to save the expense of purchasing new seeds every year. Most people do not know that many different types of vegetable seed can be saved from each succeeding harvest, from year to year.
One example is that of squash seed. Almost any kind of squash that you enjoy eating will work for this project. First, let a couple of your squashes mature to the point where the vine starts to die off before picking. Next, cut in half the entire squash to collect seeds, rinse seeds under water in a collander or strainer. Then, spread these seeds out -either on a paper plate or some wax paper in order to dry them. It can take anywhere from several days to an entire week to completely dry out. Place seeds in a small envelope of your choosing. Label them as to what they are. And store in an air tight container or jar for your garden the following year. Not only will this technique work for squash, but it will also work for other types of seed as well. You are welcome to experiment for yourself to see what works best for you.
Anyone else who would like to give more seed saving advice, is welcome to comment....
One example is that of squash seed. Almost any kind of squash that you enjoy eating will work for this project. First, let a couple of your squashes mature to the point where the vine starts to die off before picking. Next, cut in half the entire squash to collect seeds, rinse seeds under water in a collander or strainer. Then, spread these seeds out -either on a paper plate or some wax paper in order to dry them. It can take anywhere from several days to an entire week to completely dry out. Place seeds in a small envelope of your choosing. Label them as to what they are. And store in an air tight container or jar for your garden the following year. Not only will this technique work for squash, but it will also work for other types of seed as well. You are welcome to experiment for yourself to see what works best for you.
Anyone else who would like to give more seed saving advice, is welcome to comment....
I am back to posting....
Hi, everyone,
I have been gone for a while...today being October 5th. I am now back and posting again.
I have been gone for a while...today being October 5th. I am now back and posting again.
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