Seed Saving Workshop

Bridport’s Very First Seed Saving Workshop

Happened on the 26th of September

Six months since opening, BFM collaborator, the Bridport Seed Library, has given away over 1,500 free seed packets covering almost 100 varieties — mostly edibles. What a start!

The seed crop is in full swing — drying, winnowing, fermenting tomato seeds — and a packing party in mid-August will bring a refreshed and expanded collection. There are already plenty of autumn and winter salad seeds available, including mizuna, rocket, lettuce, land cress and herbs like coriander, dill and parsley.

And if you've taken seeds from the library, do consider returning some from your own plants — just get in touch if you're unsure how.

Bridport's very first Seed Saving Workshop on Saturday 26th of September was a sold out event.

Steve Meek ran a fantastic hands-on and practical, workshop, covering beans, peas, tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, courgettes and more. There were hot drinks, cake, and seeds to take home! All proceed from the ticket sales went to the seed library.

There will be more seed saving workshops so watch this space.

Happy growing!