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Seed-Saving Reference Books Comparable to 'Seed to Seed'

You want a reference book like Suzanne Ashworth’s “Seed to Seed” (complete seed-saving guide for 160 vegetables).

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I don’t have a specific book recommendation. I’ve learned through experience and online searches (Google plant name + seed saving). GardenWeb.com seed exchange forums and Norm Deno’s books are good resources. Many seed-saving books exist; I keep meaning to buy one.

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