Seeds, Seed Saving and Beneficial Insects FREE MASTERCLASS @ Labrador Community Garden Spring Wellbeing Garden Open Day

Join us for a hands-on and engaging introduction to seed saving and beneficial insects. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to deepen your knowledge, this workshop will explore why saving seeds is so important, how to start plants from seed successfully, and how to create a thriving, diverse garden by attracting pollinators and natural pest control allies.

What You’ll Learn

• Why saving seeds matters

  Discover the importance of seed saving for food security, resilience, biodiversity, and preserving heirloom varieties suited to your local environment.

• Easy seed saving techniques

  Learn simple, beginner-friendly methods to collect, clean, and store seeds from vegetables, herbs, and flowers—no special equipment needed.

• How to start plants from seed

  Get practical tips on germination, soil mixes, seedling care, and when to transplant your seedlings for strong, healthy growth.

• Ways to attract beneficial insects

  Find out which plants and flowers attract pollinators and natural pest controllers like ladybugs, hoverflies, and lacewings, and how to support them in your garden.

• Tips for boosting garden diversity

  Understand how a mix of plant types, colours, and layers creates a more resilient, pest-resistant, and productive garden ecosystem.