Two exciting annual events for farmers, gardeners and growers of all kinds will take place this month:
For local exchange of seeds and information, the annual VW Urban Farmers seed exchange takes place this week, followed by the annual Seedy Saturday.
VicWest Urban Farmers Seed Exchange
Tuesday February 4th at 6:45pm
Victoria West Community Centre – Fireplace Room
Please note that you do NOT have to bring seeds to participate , the seed sharing will be open to everyone. If you are bringing seeds, divide them into small packages labeled with plant information (name, description) OR bring the seeds in a large container and others will take from that container. Bring small packages or containers for your new seeds.The Annual Seedy Saturday hosted by the James Bay Market Society will be held on:
Seedy Saturday
Saturday, February 15, 2014, from 10am – 4pm
Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street
$7 cash at the door; Under 16 free
There will be exhibitors and speakers on topics including:
- Local, BC, open-pollinated, organic and natural seeds
- Seedlings, Plants, Small Fruits, Roses, Succulents
- Seed Exchange
- Displays
- Garden & Food Products
- Books
- Kids’ Activities
- Master Gardeners
- Fertilizers
- Seedy Cafe
- NEW: Used Gardening Book Exchange
- NEW: School Scarecrow Contest
- ATM on Site
