Join practicing plant and seed scientist, Grace Fleming, from Michigan State University, in exploring the science and practice of seed saving. Armed the the latest research from the longest running seed saving study ever conducted, attendees will explore questions such as:
Why do we save some seeds and not others?
What are the best seed cleaning techniques?
Seed storage techniques?
What data is important to record?
What do you need to consider when collecting wild seeds?
Who owns the germplasm?
What resources are available if you’re interested in native seeds or good seed sources?
Why does the locale where the mother plant grew matter?
How can you best establish a native garden from seed?
How can you identify your plants confidently?
Touring the grounds of Green Door Folk School we will harvest a variety of plants and practice seed collection techniques and viability tests. Students will leave with a clear understanding of the basic principles of seed saving, ideas of seed sources (including the kitchen!) and resources for exploring more nuanced issues on their own.
Grace Fleming
I am a maker and a plant scientist. I know that art and science are just two sides of the same coin. Textile arts are my jam and for me weaving is queen; my science focuses on seed longevity. I use question-based discussions to work through big ideas, lectures to spit hot facts and get everyone up to speed, and hands-on doing to get everyone the experience that helps you really learn.
Location: Green Door Folk School – 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI
Date/Time: September 20, 2026@ 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
No prior experience required.
Ages 18+
Moderate mobilitiy is recommended for this workshop
Join practicing plant and seed scientist, Grace Fleming, from Michigan State University, in exploring the science and practice of seed saving. Armed the the latest research from the longest running seed saving study ever conducted, attendees will explore questions such as:
Why do we save some seeds and not others?
What are the best seed cleaning techniques?
Seed storage techniques?
What data is important to record?
What do you need to consider when collecting wild seeds?
Who owns the germplasm?
What resources are available if you’re interested in native seeds or good seed sources?
Why does the locale where the mother plant grew matter?
How can you best establish a native garden from seed?
How can you identify your plants confidently?
Touring the grounds of Green Door Folk School we will harvest a variety of plants and practice seed collection techniques and viability tests. Students will leave with a clear understanding of the basic principles of seed saving, ideas of seed sources (including the kitchen!) and resources for exploring more nuanced issues on their own.
Grace Fleming
I am a maker and a plant scientist. I know that art and science are just two sides of the same coin. Textile arts are my jam and for me weaving is queen; my science focuses on seed longevity. I use question-based discussions to work through big ideas, lectures to spit hot facts and get everyone up to speed, and hands-on doing to get everyone the experience that helps you really learn.
Location: Green Door Folk School – 2312 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI
Date/Time: September 20, 2026@ 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
No prior experience required.
Ages 18+
Moderate mobilitiy is recommended for this workshop
