Leave the seeds in their original packet whenever possible. It contains all the information you need to make planting easier and increase your success next season.
Place the seed packets in an airtight container such as a recycled jar or plastic storage container. If you have lots of seeds, consider organizing them as you pack them away for winter.
Arrange them alphabetically from A to Z using dividers for each letter of the alphabet or organize them by planting season. Group seeds to be started indoors together and those that go directly in the garden by the month they should be planted.
Seal the lid on the container and place in a cool, dark location. The refrigerator is perfect, providing consistently cool temperature that increases seed storage success.
The longevity of a seed not only depends on proper storage, but also varies with the type of seed.
Eggplant, muskmelon, and Brussels sprouts will last five years or more while onions and parsnips may only last a year. Give l ...
