Events

Learn why collecting native seeds is important and what species are of interest.  Sustainability, ecological benefits, water conservation, etc.

Collection ethics including where, when, and quantity to collect for the objective while taking into consideration ~25% germination rate.  Collection timing - taking cues from seed biology and bloom time.

Seed harvesting tools and techniques.  Labeling protocols.  Storage do's and don'ts.

Identifying the species wanted for personal landscaping.  Only collect seeds for plants that thrive in the conditions you plan to grow them.

Hands-on harvesting of examples brought.