First gathering of 2026
On Sunday, May 31st, Underhill Seedsitters and friends gathered in Sayeh’s backyard to pot up seedlings and exchange them with others to get new varieties. We also had a chance to look at plants blooming in Sayeh’s garden as well as socialize over treats…
The seeds are sprouting!
When I planted my winter-sowing pots on February 28th, it was the latest I have ever started winter-sowing. Thanks to a couple of really good winter storms, it looks like my seeds got the “winter” they needed and are beginning to germinate. I noticed…
Project 3, 2026: Earl Haig Secondary School
Location: 100 Princess Ave, North York, ON M2N 3R7, Date: March 12, 2026 When Teya, one of the leads of Earl Haig’s eco-club, reached out for see if we could help them hold native plant gardening projects, we had to think outside the box. The…
Diverse wintersowing styles!
Now that all of our growers have winter-sown their seeds, it’s time to share pictures! If you are new to growing plants from seed, you may be surprised to learn that the seeds from plants that are native to colder climates – like Canada,…
Time to Grow / 2026
I am delighted to share that our 2026 seed and supply distribution is almost complete and it’s time to start growing. This year we have 36 members in our main group, about 15 participants in York University’s Native Plant Garden group, and another 10…
Project 2: 2026, York University’s Native Plant Gardens
Location: HNES building, 4700 Keele St. Toronto, M3J 1P3 – February 11, 2026 York University has a remarkable garden at the Health, nursing and environmental studies (HNES) building and those who have followed this blog know that is where I first was introduced to…
Project 1, 2026: Glendon campus at York University
Location: 2275 Bayview Ave, North York, ON M4N 3M6 – January 21, 2026 Each year, we showcase the many projects our group works on. The goal is to highlight the types of collaborations that are possible, and inspire others to find ways to start…
2026 sign-up closed!
We are opening registrations for those interested in taking part in our 2026 growing season until February 9th, 2026. While most of our members are located in the Greater Toronto Area, we have members in St. Clements, ON to Port Perry. Sayeh tells you…
Broadland Community Centre seed workshop
September 13, 2025 – Location: 19 Castlegrove Blvd, North York, ON M3A 1K9 I have always wanted to create an event specifically for my own neighborhood, so imagine my delight when Broadlands Community Centre decided to partner up with us to hold the workshop.…
Yorkview PS -an overview of an inspiring year
Location: 130 Yorkview Dr, North York, ON M2R 1K1 –2025 recap Since I needed to focus on my studies, I tried to take a break from USS activities in 2025. I say tried because when you have people like Anca, Krista, Patrick and so…
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