Re: Storing seeds
- To: pumpkins@mallorn.com
- Subject: Re: Storing seeds
- From: B* a* K* T* <r*@earthlink.net>
- Date: Fri, 17 Jul 1998 23:13:01 -0700
- References: <35AF2392.261D@asd.sccoe.k12.ca.us>
John,
I think #2 is safest. I have stored various types of gourd and pumpkin
seeds in an open margarine tub in my attic where it must get 100 degrees
before I knew any better and they were still good up to five years later.
John Heilman wrote:
> I recall this being spoken of this spring, but there did not seem to be
> a consensus, and I would like to be sure before I store some valuable
> seeds from last year that I was just sent.
>
> I have heard of three ways to store seeds until next spring. They all
> assume that the seeds are dry and healthy.
> 1. Freeze them
> 2. Put in a dark jar with some sort of dessicant and store at room temp
> or cooler.
> 3. Store in a moisture proof container and put in refrigerator.
>
> Which is best?
>
> John
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