Gardening lovers called to Prestwich for Big Seed Sow

Incredible edible Prestwich and District will be taking part in the RHS Big Seed Sow tomorrow, Saturday, April 1, from 11am to 1pm at Phillips Park.

Hope you can make it this Saturday to swap your extra seeds and maybe sow some too. Who knows what you might come away with?

For more details of our seed swap and sow please check the "What's On" https://t.co/XB82u78up1@RHSBloom#rhsbigseedsow #seedswap #seedswapping pic.twitter.com/JoaAsuHlwI

— Incredible Edible Prestwich & District (@IEPrestwich) March 30, 2023

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The RHS Big Seed Sow, is a new project for schools and communities to come together to sow and share seeds as part of a week of activity from Monday, March 27 to Sunday, April 2.

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As well as sowing seeds, those attending the event are encouraged to bring their seeds to swap with others.

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the RHS Big Seed Sow, a new project for schools and communities!
Come together to sow and share seeds as part of a week of activity, Mon 27 March – Sun 2 April.🌱🎉 #RHSBigSeedSow
Sign up: https://t.co/xoo2B7Rnco pic.twitter.com/RrKZHT27NP

— RHS Community Gardening (@RHSBloom) February 20, 2023

Outdoor Adventurers Forest School will also be attending for children’s activities, making and decorating seed packets and planting micro greens to take home.

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There will also be a nature scavenger hunt and hot herbal drinks.

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