Storing seeds
Once you have harvested, cleaned and labeled your seeds, make sure to store them properly. Airtight containers in a cool, dry, dark place are a must. Then, if you haven't already, get to work marketing your heirloom seeds.
Storing seeds until you're ready to propagate is the final step. Don't forget to label your jar, close it tightly and place it in the refrigerator.
Storing Seeds
The best way to store seeds is to package them in paper envelopes or bags since they allow for good air circulation and don't sweat.
Storing Seed: Seed viability depends on airtight storage in a dry, dark, cool place. The garden shed is usually the worst place, because of temperature fluctuations and rodent damage. If space permits, the fridge is ideal.
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When storing seeds for the future, be aware that different types of seeds should be stored under different conditions. Their ability to produce a plant depends on the time of seed harvest and the conditions of storage.
With this in mind, it's easy to see that storing seeds in warm, moist conditions is not what nature had in mind. Thus, such conditions will likely result in gardening seeds that have lost much of their growing power.
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