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The program began when people sought advice from the Tilth gardening hotline or other educational programs on how to grow plants that were familiar to their families but seldom seen growing locally — bitter melon or amaranth, medicinal herbs like ashwaganda or astralagus.

Every time you spit out a watermelon seed or compost the seeds of an unused bell pepper, you have a choice: to toss or reuse. Many of us have grown accustomed to the first option because we’re not aware of the second. Yet seed saving — collecting seeds from one harvest to plant the next — is both timeless and timely. Now more than ever, it carries profound implications both for individuals and for the planet.

Whether you’re grabbing a pinch of parsley for a garnish or storing a bunch in your freezer, knowing how to properly harvest this herb will guarantee delicious flavor.