Depending on where you store them and what types of seeds they contain, your old, dog-eared seed packets may or may not be worth using this season. Seeds are alive, but they do not live forever.
Try these easy tests to check if your old seeds are worth planting or if you should buy new ones.
Seed packets provide insight on viability and germination rates.
Saving seeds from vegetable and ornamental plants allows gardeners the ability to preserve "desirable" traits, ensure availability of favorite plant (vegetable or ornamental) varieties, and save money ...
MINNEAPOLIS — Seed packets may look small, but they’re packed with valuable information that can make the difference between a thriving garden and a disappointing one. Whether you’re planting your ...