John Withee became a legend championing bean biodiversity and seeking to protect heirloom beans from extinction. John took his hobby to the extreme, building a national network of bean aficionados, amassing a collection of 1,186 varieties, and gaining national fame for his humble campaign.
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Take a closer look at some of the varieties in John Withee’s bean collection.
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One common belief among gardeners is that tomato varieties with potato-type leaves are much more likely to cross pollinate than regular leaf tomatoes. Is there any truth in it?
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Anyone can preserve history by collecting seed stories. There are many more amazing seed stories out there than we can ever collect on our own. An easy way to protect these stories is to record them.
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Known a century ago as one of the best watermelon varieties on the market, ‘Halbert Honey’ has a sweet flavor with a crisp juicy texture. Keep reading to learn the story behind ‘Halbert Honey’ and how this historic variety came to be at Seed Savers Exchange.
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From the Seed Savers Exchange collection, the ‘Brinker Carrier’ bean represents the histories and connections between two families in West Virginia that span several generations.
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‘Igleheart Yellow Cherry’ tomato was selected as the best tasting tomato at Seed Savers Exchange in 2015! ‘Igleheart’ also earned strong reviews from growers across the country in 2013.
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John Chapman, a.k.a. Johnny Appleseed—the legendary character of somewhat skewed Disney lore—was a real figure whose story has captivated generations.
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Many homeowners, especially in arid climates, use more than half their household’s water on landscaping, so the biggest water savings can be made here. Here are some ways to cut down on water use in the garden.
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Jeff Quattrone is a photographer, graphic designer, blogger, and self-published author. He founded the Library Seed Bank in 2013.
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