Winter Seed Sowing for 2026
The Galena Territory Association Owners' Club Arts and Crafts Room - lower level, 2000 Territory Dr, Galena, IL, 61036 Map
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Winter sowing in containers is the perfect way to start your native plants from seed. Most natives require seed stratification or a freeze/thaw period to break the seed coat for germination. This method can save you money by growing your plants from seeds, and be spring/summer ready. Winter sowing can also work for perennials, annuals and vegetables!
Master Naturalist Pam Richards, of the Lake Carroll Association Prairie Club, will discuss how to winter sow seeds in enclosed containers. You can grow plants from seeds all winter and transplant these plants right into your garden at the appropriate time.
Pam has been perfecting her winter sowing techniques for three years and produced over one thousand native plants for the 2023 growing season! She will share her knowledge, answer questions and demonstrate different options for winter sowing. Participants will be able to plant one jug during this session.