Seeds, Organized

In the last few weeks, the weather's been perfect...

for planting seeds.

Overcast skies lend themselves well to working in the garden.

With the absence of extreme heat and the promise of rain,

I can't think of a better way to spend a weekend morning.

Out comes the basket of goodies.

There are still many flowers that will withstand

the heat and humidity.

I plan to have blooms well into the fall.

Seed saving is simple, easy and very relaxing.

These small jars are perfect for saving

when you have just a plant or two

that you are trying for the first time.

Larger containers come in handy repurposed

from the medicine cabinet.

Most seeds, though, end up in plastic zipper-type bags.

They just work well for volume.

It helps that you can see what's inside too.

Here are some I saved and some from a friend.

Clearly marking with permanent marker will ensure

the intended seeds get sown.

A neighbor was selling this plastic box in a yard sale.

It holds a multitude of seeds and seals

so that there is no worry about moisture.

This one was found at a thrift shop.

It houses our vegetable and fruit seeds.

Keeping the flower and food seeds separate

makes it easier when planting time comes around.

For now, this system works just fine.

As collections continue, it may no longer meet

the size requirements.

Storage is something that I always look for

at yard sales and thrift stores.

Seems you can always use it for something!

Happy planting!!!