Store seeds in envelopes, sealed containers, or plastic bags in a cool, dry, and dark place. To absorb moisture, add silica gel or rice to the seed storage container. Put seeds that require cold ...

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Whether you have vegetable seeds left over in the seed packets you bought for this year’s garden or you saved seeds from your favorite cut flowers or heirloom tomatoes, storing seeds properly is key.

Extend the shelf-life of your seeds with these simple tips. After planting seeds in spring, many gardeners are left with lots of half-filled packets of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds, but there’s ...