Seed Saving – Basic Terms
Basic Terms
Heirloom:
Open-pollinated seeds are selected & saved for generations. They are rare varieties with historical, cultural or social significance. If saved correctly, they will reliably produce an adapted, but true seed annually.
Self-Pollinating:
When a plant contains both male & female parts, it can produce fruit without insects or other plants.
Cross-Pollination:
Pollen transferred from one plant’s flower to another. This is usually done with help from pollinators, and allows the plant to produce fruit, and eventually more seed.
Open Pollinated:
Plants that produce seed naturally. They will reliably produce the same plant as the parent.
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