How to save seeds

Step 1

Make sure your seeds are fully ripe and from healthy annual plants. Seeds to save include Marigolds, Echinacea and Zinnias.

Step 2

Make sure that the seeds are fully dry before you store them – otherwise they might rot.

Step 3

Write down as much information you need about your seeds on your envelope:

• plant type
• picked date
• preferred growing conditions
• anything special you noticed (like pests)

Step 4

This will be a great starting point when sowing your seeds next time.

Step 5

Store the seeds in a cool, dry place.

Now you are ready to plant some seeds when the season begins again!