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Title
The complete idiot's guide to seed saving and starting
Other Titles (e.g. Variant)
Complete idiot's guide
Seed saving and starting
Type
Text
Monograph
Language
English
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Illustrations
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Classification
LCC: SB118.3 .R53 2012
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Supplementary Content
bibliography
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Content
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Summary
Explains the essential techniques for growing plants from harvested seeds, including information on collecting seeds, drying, controlling pests, testing and germinating, and sowing-- Source other than Library of Congress.
Table Of Contents
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.
Authorized Access Point
Richerson, Sheri Ann The complete idiot's guide to seed saving and starting