Plants for Beginners

Following from the workshop the other weekend a common question was what sort of seeds or plants are easy for beginner seed savers/gardeners to start with. Following is a short list of some of the seeds or plants that are easy to get growing and to save seed or cuttings from with relative ease.

Aside from the broad beans which need a lower temperature to complete their cycle and garlic which needs a long growing season, the rest of the list is suitable for starting at this time of the year in the Great Southern region.

Basil, Peas and Beans, Chilacayote, Choko (from fruit), Coriander, Dill, Fennel, Garlic Chives, Lemongrass, Watercress, Sage, Sweet Potato, Salad Burnet, Okra, Lettuce, Nasturtium, Marigold.

You may notice that this list is compiled mainly of those plants that have a low or nil ability to cross-pollinate.

Over the next few weeks we'll be posting articles to take you through the various aspects of seed saving and propagating your plants so grab your seeds out and if you haven't already, start to plan your garden for the coming season.