Purple Coneflower
As summer comes to an end, don't forget to collect your perennial flower seeds to share with friends and family. It's an inexpensive way to continue your favorite flowers for generations. The key to successfully saving seeds is to collect them when they are matured - but before they fall off the plant. The seeds of most flowering plants can be harvested after they dry on the plant. You can plant most perennial seeds in the garden in the fall. Start them in a protected spot in loose, well-drained soil. Water them well after planting and give them a covering of mulch. They'll readily sprout in spring. You can sow annual seeds in the spring. You can plant them directly in the garden or get a jump on the season and start them early indoors.
Black-eyed Susan
Until you plant your completely dried seeds, store them in a cool, dry place in a labeled envelope, jar, or handmade seed packet. Be sure to note the plant's name and preferred growing conditions (such as full sun in moist soil), and any other information you want to remember come planting time. When stored properly, most seeds stay viable three to four years.
Marigold
Flower seeds make terrific gifts or Christmas stocking stuffers for your gardering friends and family. You can make the gift more elaborate by adding a beautiful pot and gardening tools.
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