Our Homestead

Some seeds always have to be stored in the freezer in order to stratify them.

I don't actually freeze my seeds except the one that *have* to go through the freezing process, but I do keep them in a cool place in my storage room.

An advantage of freezing is that the seeds are kept at the same temperature all the time.
I'm not sure why I don't freeze them all, but I have to say that my germination rate is always good, and many of the seeds that I retrieve have already frozen in nature before I harvest them.

Seeds retain viability when stored at cool temperatures with low humidity and limited light exposure. Begin by gathering high-quality seeds from healthy produce. After that, thoroughly dry the seeds and store them in an airtight container. Use a plastic bag with a zipper or a jar. After that, store the container in the freezer or refrigerator. To avoid seed mix-ups in the spring, label the seeds. To ensure the best germination rate, plant seeds as soon as possible.