Native Plant Seedy Saturday

Saturday, November 7, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Join us at the Main Library for a community celebration of native plants, biodiversity, sustainable gardening and community growth. Co-hosted by the Guelph Seed Library, opens a new window (a project of the Guelph Tool Library, opens a new window) and Guelph Public Library, this event brings together gardeners, seed savers, native plant enthusiasts, composting royalty, and environmental advocates for a day of learning, sharing and growing.

Take part in hands-on workshops on composting and working with worms, incorporating native edible plants into your garden, and expert gardening advice!

Enjoy activities for all ages, including seed cleaning and saving demonstrations, free seeds to take home, a gardening advice clinic, arts and crafts, and information tables hosted by local organizations, businesses, and community partners. You can also bring your own native plant seeds to donate and share with others.

As part of the celebration, attendees will have the chance to win a free one-year Guelph Tool Library membership!

What’s on at Seedy Saturday!

Events

Seed Sorting and Cleaning - Native Plant Seedy Saturday

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Join fellow gardeners and seed savers for a hands-on seed sorting and cleaning session.

Composting in the City: Meet the Worms!

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Drop by our table and meet the worms!

Glitter Tattoo Studio - Native Plant Seedy Saturday

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Add a touch of shine at our Glitter Tattoo Studio - a fun, drop-in experience where your favourite plants come to life.

Master Gardeners Advice Clinic

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Have a question about your garden? The Guelph-Wellington Master Gardeners are here to help!

Junior Seed Ambassador Seed Sorting and Cleaning

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Join us for a seed sorting adventure! Young gardeners will learn about seed saving and lend a hand sorting, cleaning, and packaging seeds.

Crafting the Colours of Fall with Nature Guelph

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Get crafty this fall at Native Plant Seedy Saturday! Decorate a wooden autumn ornament and create a one-of-a-kind seasonal keepsake.

Seeds Through the Seasons: Fall and Winter Planting

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join a Master Gardener and explore which plants thrive when sown in the colder months and learn simple and proven techniques for success!

Native Plant & Bookmark: Pressed Plant Creations

Nov 7th | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Capture the beauty of nature and turn it into something you can treasure!

Native Fruits and Nuts for our Gardens and Landscapes

Nov 7th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join Matt Soltys, The Urban Orchardist, for a workshop on native fruit and nuts! Space is limited, so registration is required.

Vendors, more to come!

Seedy Staff Pics

Seedy Saturday : Kids Edition

Celebrate the wonders of gardening, the amazing science inside every seed, and the important role we all play as stewards of the environment

Seedy Saturday

Join us at the Main Library on Saturday November 7th from 11am - 2pm as we open our doors to Guelph's gardening community.