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Ten years of Seedy Saturday! Kick off the spring season with the 2022 virtual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show

​BRAMPTON, ON (March 1, 2022) – The City of Brampton’s Seedy Saturday and Garden Show celebrates ten years with its online event on Saturday, March 12, starting at 10 am. 

The 2022 virtual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show is presented in partnership with the Brampton Horticultural Society, and will feature gardening videos from these environmental experts:

• James Graham with Great Tips on Growing Great Vegetables
• Cathy Nesbitt on Organic Magic with Worms
• Linda Crago on Heirlooms and Seed Saving
• Shelly Candell on the Importance of Pollinators
• Bob Wildfong on Growing a Successful Seed Saving Garden
• Sean James on Soil and The Things Living in It
• Christopher Bialek on Gardening in a Changing Climate
• Ed Hunwicks & Trevor Lee with a City of Brampton Tree Do’s and Don’ts Talk

Whether you are new to gardening or a seasoned pro, explore www.brampton.ca/seedysaturday all day on March 12 to access gardening resources, connect with vendors, enjoy the Kids Zone with printable activities and video tutorials, learn how to take part in the curbside seed swap with the Brampton Horticultural Society, and more.

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“Brampton is a Green City, and we encourage residents to learn about gardening and horticulture. Explore Brampton’s virtual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show on Saturday, March 12, and celebrate 10 years of this classic event with us!”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton 
 
“Every year, Brampton’s Seedy Saturday and Garden Show brings gardening experts, enthusiasts and those new to horticulture together to kick off the spring season. Join us online on March 12 to watch expert seminar videos and access gardening information and resources as part of a community.”
- Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor Wards 1 & 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton 

“Gardening is an excellent activity that supports community health and wellbeing. This year, enjoy an exciting lineup of expert videos, children’s activities, the curbside seed swap and much more at Brampton’s 10th annual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show online on March 12.”
- Charmaine Williams, City Councillor Wards 7 & 8; Vice-Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton 
 
“We look forward to presenting Brampton’s 10th annual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show with the Brampton Horticultural Society online this year. Learn about gardening, sustainability and greener living!”  
- Paul Morrison, Interim CAO, City of Brampton

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