Retro Roots: Growing and Knowing Heirloom Vegetables

Discover the flavors, colors, and stories of vegetables from generations past. In this class, you’ll learn what makes a vegetable “heirloom,” how they differ from hybrids and GMOs, and why they matter for flavor, biodiversity, and food heritage. We’ll explore famous heirloom varieties from around the world, regional favorites, and the art of saving seeds to keep these treasures thriving for future gardens. Perfect for gardeners, cooks, and anyone curious about preserving living history through plants.

You may also like the following events from Rainbow Gardens:

• This Friday, 22nd August, 10:00 am, Under Our Feet: The Edwards and Trinity Aquifers in San Antonio
• Next Saturday, 30th August, 10:00 am, The Butterfly Landing Pop Up in San Antonio

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