B.C.\u002Dbased West Coast Seeds saw interest in gardening grow during COVID\u002D19\u003B it continues to thrive as food has become more expensive.
Photo by Jason PayneThe West Coast Seeds’ catalogue arrives in mailboxes in early December and seeds begin leaving Delta for gardeners and garden stores across Canada shortly after.West Coast Seeds was started in Vancouver in 1983 — 40 years ago — by Mary Ballon, an organic gardener before the term “organic” was popular. The company has switched hands a few times since then but remains true to its founder’s vision, providing education and support to gardeners new and experienced.
Seeds that don’t sell are donated to schools, seed libraries, community gardens and overseas aid projects. The library allows students to “borrow” seeds of some of their favourite vegetables in return for an equivalent amount of seeds after harvest. The library provides instructions on how to harvest them.Article content
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Bus drivers’ union seeks better safety after ‘bloody’ fight on West Vancouver bus - Terrace StandardUnion says one rider was harassing others then attacked passenger who tried to intervene
Read more »
Bus drivers' union seeks better safety after 'bloody' fight on West Vancouver busVANCOUVER — Bus drivers in West Vancouver say they are the latest to experience violence on the public transit system.
Read more »
Bus drivers' union seeks better safety after 'bloody' fight on West Vancouver busVANCOUVER — Bus drivers in West Vancouver say they are the latest to experience violence on the public transit system.
Read more »
Nearly-100-Year-Old Home Hits West Vancouver Market for $3.4MModern and heritage aesthetics find harmony at this stunning, beach-friendly BC address. realestate properties housegoals BC Vancouver
Read more »
West Shore RCMP warns public of jewellery scamThe victims said they were approached by a couple who claimed that the man’s wallet had been lost or stolen and they needed money for gasoline.
Read more »
Bus drivers' union seeks better safety after 'bloody' fight on West Vancouver busThe statement says one rider was harassing passengers and attacked another passenger who tried to intervene.
Read more »