Things will get a little seedy in downtown Sudbury on March 1. That's because it’s time for the 10th annual Seedy Sunday event.
You don't have to be a gardener or farmer to attend. People with green thumbs of all skill levels are invited to take in the event, happening at Tom Davies Square, 200 Brady St., from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Seedy Sunday will provide an opportunity for the community to swap the seeds they’ve saved from their garden. No seeds? No problem. Seed vendors will also be on site selling many different varieties.
“Spring will only be 21 days away on March 1,” said Eric Blondin, from Three Forks Farms, and spokesperson for the event. “Seedy Sunday is the perfect day to get regionally adapted seeds and setting yourself up for success in the garden.”
Seedy Sunday is celebrated around the world, and is an event that encourages people to partake in the age-old traditions of seed saving and seed trading (or swapping). These events are typically a good place to pick up open pollinated, heirloom or heritage seeds.
A number of seed vendors, retail vendors and other organizations will be on site displaying their products and programs. Several presentations will also take place over the course of the day on a number of seedy topics.
This year's event will feature Jill Bishop, from Urban Tomato, a nationally recognized seed saver, who will talk about how to save seeds in an urban environment and all its advantages.
In addition, gardening enthusiast Hugh Kruzel will be giving a talk on all the weird and wacky plants that can be grown.
