Triad Chapter – Native Seed Workshop
Join us at 6:30pm, Wednesday, November 5th at the Kathleen Clay Edwards Library for a workshop on collecting, preparing and sowing native seeds. We will have seeds from several varieties of plants available but, you are encouraged to bring one of your own to process. It is recommended to keep seeds in a labeled storage container like a paper bag.
For the meeting we will watch a portion of Dr. Larry Mellichamp’s video on seed preparation and sowing. Afterwards, we will break into small groups to work on preparing seeds. There will also be a brief demo on winter sowing.
Guidelines for Ethical Wild Seed Collection:
Click here to access the Guidelines for Ethical Wild Seed Collection
These comprehensive guidelines provide crucial insights into responsible seed collection practices. Whether you’re a seasoned conservationist or a novice gardener, this resource offers valuable advice to ensure your seed gathering aligns with ethical and ecological principles.
Below is a list of resources that have been shared from the Land of the Sky Chapter when they did a recent event on Seed Collection & Preparation.
Seed collection, cleaning, storage, and planting books
Here are some helpful books. My personal favorite is Jan Midgley’s self-published, book. I do own all three and Cullina’s books are wonderful and I usually look at his book and Jan’ when I have questions. If you are interested in other native plant books here is a link to our recommended book list.
- Native Plant Propagation by Jan W.W. Midgley (5th Edition) Self-published. For a single copy mail a check for $25 to address below and the author promptly sends the material. Cost includes the book and shipping. Address: Jan Midgley10560 W. Center Ave. Lakewood, CO 80226Email: midgleyjan231@gmail.com
- Growing and Propagating Wild Flower s by Harry R. Phillips University of North Carolina Press, 1985ISBN 0-8078-4131-5
- Native Trees, Shrubs, and Vines: A Guide to Using, Growing, and Propagating North American Woody Plants by William Cullina Houghton Mifflin Co., 2002ISBN 0618098585
- New England Wildflower Society Guide to Growing and Propagating Wildflowers of the United States and Canada by William Cullina Houghton Mifflin, 2000ISBN 0-395-96609-4
- The New Wild Flowers and How to Grow Them by Edwin F. Steffek Timber Press, 1983ISBN 0-917304-51-9
- Native Ferns, Moss & Grasses 2008 by William Cullina Houghton Mifflin