Melissa1982
California
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| Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2007 8:32 pm Post subject: left over seeds |
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I have seeds left over from last year, they are tomatoes, eggplant, and onions. Should they still germinate, and what is the general shelf life of seeds?
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eileen
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Scotland
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| Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2007 10:49 pm Post subject: |
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They should still be viable I think Melissa. I've kept seeds for a couple of years and they've still germinated for me. Good luck!! 
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Netty
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Southern Ontario zone 5a
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| Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2007 2:34 pm Post subject: |
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I agree with Eileen Melissa. I've used even older seeds without a problem.
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Wrennie
Catskill Mountains NY
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| Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2007 6:02 pm Post subject: |
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Most seeds will keep(and germinate) from 3-5 years. Keep them cool and dry. Cool doesnt have to be refrigerator cool, just dont put them where they'll get hot and cook. Just sew a couple extra in case i 1 or 2 dont sprout.
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Primsong
Oregon
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| Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2007 10:52 pm Post subject: |
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I agree - I was given a container of a wildflower mix three or four years ago and shake a bit of it on a small flowerbed area each spring. It's still germinating just fine, though thankfully this year should finally use it up.
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oregon_veg
So. Oregon
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| Posted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 7:27 pm Post subject: |
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I've germinated 10 year old Tomato seeds.
Not sure about eggplant (don't grow it).
Onion is questionable after 1-2 years. It goes downhill exceptionally quick. But since they are last years, should be fine
Tom
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bsewnsew
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| Posted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 8:40 pm Post subject: I agree |
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I agree with all above.
What I say, is no Harm in trying????????
HAPPY NEW YEAR.2008 IS COMING!
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Melissa1982
California
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| Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 12:32 am Post subject: |
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Thanks for the tips!
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