Seeds to grow a brighter future in Grinnell

Imagine Grinnell, a non-profit foundation on a mission “to improve quality of life in Grinnell, support a healthy environment, and compliment local economic development efforts” (according to an emailed statement) is hosting a seed sale to benefit the Grinnell Community Garden. Themed packages of heirloom seeds are being sold for ten dollars apiece and include [...]

Heirloom seeds offer diverse vegetables

Jere Gettle has always gardened. His memories stretch back to age 3, when he planted his first vegetable garden. Vegetables have captured his interest ever since and propelled him to discover heritage varieties of seeds that he now grows and sells from his Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.

Gardening program set in Monroe City

Cecelia Obert, Master Gardener from Hannibal, will present a gardening program on saving seeds, heirloom seeds and square-foot gardening at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 6, at the Monroe City R-1 Schools.

Heirloom seed exchange launched

Chesterfield Historical Society project focuses on heirloom varieties

Yardsmart: Heirlooms protect the genetic diversity of our food supply

Heirloom tomatoes defy standard sizes and shapes due to their origins before mechanized farming.