We came back from Mission Conference in PA last week. It was 0°C most of the time and no snow. When we were back to Ontario, we got snow and -20°C at night most of the week. Anyway, it is time to order seeds again. I really want to have a seed starting rack indoor but with 7 ppl in the house, finding space is always a challenge. However, rather than buying packets of seeds, I am going to buy them in bulk, at least some of them. I try to buy heirloom and open-pollinated varities, but sometimes hybrid grow better with less disease. Of course, we stay away from GMO seeds. Buying seeds in bulk save money but you would have to store the remaining seeds properly.
1. Put the seeds in plastic zipper bag of the right size. Make sure the seeds are dry.
2. Put a label with the date and name of seed on the zipper bag.
3. Put several bags in an air-tight jar. A canning jar is good.
4. Put a bag of silica gel into the jar. This will absorb excess moisture.
5. Put the jar in the refridgerator. Make sure it is air-tight.
6. when it comes to next year’s planting time do a seed starting test for germination rate.