The Seed Collector's Kit

Authors: Becky Searle, Rachel Pedder-Smith

50 illustrated cards covering everything you need to know about collecting, planting and nurturing seeds.

Nothing is more satisfying than growing plants from seed yourself. With this unique gardening kit, you can confidently collect the right seeds, watch them germinate, and see them grow to their full glory- whether you’re growing veggies, herbs, or flowers. A beautiful package combining illustrated cards, an information booklet and envelopes for seed collecting, The Seed Collector’s Kit is the ultimate guide to creating a sustainable garden (for free!).

Featuring beautiful, original illustrations from internationally renowned natural history illustrator Rachel Pedder-Smith.

Includes expert text by Becky Searle (garden writer, soil expert and co-creator of The Seed Pod).

A beautiful, unique gift for gardeners of all levels.

Each card introduces a different species, while the 28-page booklet lays the groundwork for your seed collecting.

Learn how to store seeds so they retain their potency, and plant them so each seed’s chances are maximised.

Included cards

Vegetables:
Broccoli, Cauliflower, Kale, Arugula (Rocket), Parsnip, Radish, Chard, Tomato, Pepper, Chilli, Lettuce, Kohl Rabi, Luffa (Loofah from the squash family), Cape gooseberry, Carrot, Peas, Beans, Sweetcorn, Popcorn, Eggplant, Okra, Achocha, Onion

Herbs:
Basil, Cilantro (coriander), Chive, Parsley

Flowers:
Rudbeckia, Zinnia, Viola, Nasturtium, Cosmos, Poppy, Marigold, Calendula, Antirrhinum, Dahlia, Sunflower