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How to Store Seeds and Which Ones to Throw Away: Advice from Practicing Gardeners
10.11.2023 18:57
The germination and yield of crops depends on whether the gardener followed the recommendations for storing seeds.
To ensure that everything sprouts and the decision to save on buying seeds is justified, it is worth listening to the advice of professionals.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, told how and how long to store seeds.
First, dry it.
Seeds can be stored until next year only after preparation, and the main point is drying. At least the seeds should lie in the open air for a week.
Secondly, packaging
It is better to store seeds in paper envelopes. On each one you need to sign the date of collection in addition to the name and variety.
Thirdly, storage
Envelopes with seeds are placed in an airtight container, glass jars with tight lids, or bags with locks.
Along with the seeds, you can place a paper package with 1-2 tbsp. of dry milk – it will absorb moisture. The filler should be changed periodically.
Fourthly, the place
The container with seeds is stored in a dry, dark and cool place.
You can put it in the refrigerator, but away from the freezer.
Gardeners do not recommend storing seeds for more than three years. It is believed that germination decreases with each year.
