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The simple answer is planting old seeds is possible and okay. ... The flowers or fruit that come from out-of-date seeds will be of the same quality as if they were grown from fresh seeds. Using seeds from old vegetable seed packets will produce vegetables that are just as nutritious as those from current season seeds.
- Can you plant seeds that are out of date?
- Will 10 year old seeds germinate?
- How long do seeds last after expiration date?
- How long can you keep seeds before planting?
- What can I do with old vegetable seeds?
- Should I soak seeds before planting?
- How do you know if seeds are still good?
- Do seeds last forever?
- What is the importance of shelf life in seeds?
- How long do seeds last in freezer?
Can you plant seeds that are out of date?
I'm not necessarily recommending out-of-date seeds as being better than, or even as good as, fresh seed. Old seed often has sporadic or very slow germination, and sometimes the plants which do grow are a bit weak and wobbly. But there are many good reasons to keep hold of those old packets.
Will 10 year old seeds germinate?
The answer is, yes, seeds will eventually go bad and no longer germinate, but it can take quite a long time. There is a good chance that those old seed packets will have a high percentage of seeds that will germinate just fine. ... And even a group of very old seeds may have 10 or 20 percent that still sprouts.
How long do seeds last after expiration date?
There are no expiration dates on the packages…. A. Most flower and vegetable seeds will stay viable for at least a few years if they're stored at a low enough humidity and temperature. The ideal situation, says the USDA, is a room where the temperature and relative humidity add up to less than 100.
How long can you keep seeds before planting?
Most vegetable seeds remain good for about two to three years, but some, such as onions, deteriorate within a year and others such as lettuce, can successfully sprout after five years. The table below lists average years of viability for well-stored vegetable seeds, compiled from regional sources.
What can I do with old vegetable seeds?
What To Do With Old Vegetable Seeds
- Include nitrogen fixers (in my case some clover seeds)
- Use daikon and other radishes to break up hard soil.
- Sow before weeds emerge.
Should I soak seeds before planting?
It is recommended that you only soak most seeds for 12 to 24 hours and no more than 48 hours. ... After soaking your seeds, they can be planted as directed. The benefit of soaking seeds before planting is that your germination time will be reduced, which means you can have happy, growing plants faster.
How do you know if seeds are still good?
Water test: Take your seeds and put them in a container of water. Let them sit for about 15 minutes. Then if the seeds sink, they are still viable; if they float, they most likely will not sprout.
Do seeds last forever?
Seeds should be stored in cool, dry, dark conditions. ... To keep the seeds cool (ideally, below 50 degrees), some people store them in a jar in their refrigerator or freezer. Seeds in good condition and stored properly will last at least one year and, depending on the plant, may last two to five years.
What is the importance of shelf life in seeds?
Seeds more than a year or two old may not germinate well or at all, particularly if they have not been stored properly. Some seeds, even after a year of proper storage, may not produce the number of plants you expect or need.
How long do seeds last in freezer?
Longer Term Storage
Only seeds are stored in the freezer and it is opened only a couple of times a year, so temperature swings are minimized. The freezer is usually run at about -15F. Most seeds will last a minimum of 5 years with certain hardy varieties lasting 20+ years!
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