Learn the basics of saving seeds, plant genetics, collection techniques, storage and viability.
Breed your own varieties, adapted specifically to growing conditions in your garden!
Presentation by the Master Gardeners of Ottawa-Carleton.
Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.
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Saturday Oct 05, 2024 at 2:00pm
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Monday Oct 07, 2024 at 6:00pm
60 minutesAttend the second workshop of our "Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents..." series.
During this workshop, we will discuss different types of pollinators/wildlife and how they have evolved with native plants to be their pollination and distribution systems. We will also examine factors to be considered when choosing plants for your personal garden, ensuring plant selection for the conditions you have.Examples of simple plans/combinations will be provided.
Materials will be available for clients to sketch out plans for their yard.
Date: Monday, October 7 from 6 pm - 7 pm.
*Clients are encouraged to register for this event as space is limited.
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Wednesday Oct 09, 2024 at 6:30pm
60 minutesJoin us to discuss how to grow garlic in your garden or with flowers. With simple instructions! We will provide the local garlic bulbs to plant!
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Thursday Oct 10, 2024 at 6:00pm
90 minutesDrop-in program
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Join us for gardening club! Learn how to start seedlings and gather information on the best way to start your garden from fellow gardeners. Come for coffee, tea, great gardening conversations and free resources to start your garden along with the opportunity to share and swap seeds and plants. All are welcome, and no experience necessary!
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Saturday Oct 19, 2024 at 10:30am
180 minutesDrop-in program
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Come into the Richmond branch to pick up a mini pumpkin to take home and decorate as your favourite book character.
Return the decorated pumpkin to the branch by October 26th where they will be displayed for the community to enjoy and a winner will be selected and contacted.
Only pumpkins supplied
While supplies last.
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Tuesday Jan 14, 2025 at 6:00pm
60 minutesAttend the third workshop of our "Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library (OWSL) Presents..." series.
During this workshop, you will learn how to sow your native seeds on your own.Date: Tuesday, January 14 from 6 pm to 7 pm
*Clients are encouraged to register for this event as space is limited.