The complete idiot's guide to seed saving and starting
By: by Sheri Ann Richerson
Publisher: Alpha Books
Published: 2012
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 301
ISBN-13: 9781615641376
Subjects: Plants; Development; Growth; Directories; Storage; Seeds; Germination; Harvesting
Other titles: Complete idiot's guide; Seed saving and starting
Description: Explains the essential techniques for growing plants from harvested seeds, including information on collecting seeds, drying, controlling pests, testing and germinating, and sowing--
Notes: Includes seed directories for herb, spice, grain, fruit, vegetable, and flower seeds.

"Harvest your own seeds and grow stronger, healthier plants"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [281]) and index.
Table of contents: title: Getting started with seeds. Why save seeds? A seed is born; title: Harvesting and storing seeds. How to save seeds. Preparing your seeds for storage. Storing your seeds; title: Germinating and sowing seeds. Germinating and testing your seeds. Scarification and stratification. Sowing seeds indoors. Sowing seeds outdoors; title: When seeds become plants. Extending the growing season. Transplanting your seedlings. Protecting your plants from diseases, pests, and critters; title: Building your seed future. Creating new varieties by cross breeding. Creating a gardening journal. Sharing your knowledge; title: Seed directories. The herb, spice, grain, and fruit seed directory. The vegetable seed directory. The flower seed directory.