storage of seeds
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i keep them in those little zip lock bags, in a normal envelope in the fridge. you just have to remember to let the seeds warm up to room temp before opening the zippy.
a sealed bag inside a cool dark cupboard will probably keep them fine without having the warm-up hassles. So long as you dry them right before you store them.
By drying right i mean on a paper towel in that same cool, dark cupboard. Then, yup, put them in a bag.
By drying right i mean on a paper towel in that same cool, dark cupboard. Then, yup, put them in a bag.
I store my seeds in zip-lock bags which I put in paper envelopes and stick a photo and description of the chilli on the front. Then they are put in a box in alphabetical order 
rainbowberry said:I store my seeds in zip-lock bags which I put in paper envelopes and stick a photo and description of the chilli on the front. Then they are put in a box in alphabetical order
you're a closet librarian aren't you?
rainbowberry said:I store my seeds in zip-lock bags which I put in paper envelopes and stick a photo and description of the chilli on the front. Then they are put in a box in alphabetical order
Whoa!! I just put the seeds in a really little clear plastic zip lock and write the name on the front with a sharpie, I do let the seeds dry on a paper plate for at least 24 to 48 hours first. Though, you can't be to organized I guess?
Pam said:
AKButch said:
if they're still cold when you open the bag moisture will condense on them
Ozarkrocker said:
All my seeds are dried in the airing cupboard (where the boiler is). They get left in there until remember to take them out, I've always had good germination from drying them in there.
I do the same thing, but usually I let the chillies dry whole (without removing the seeds) in a dark cupboard in the basement....probably not so good for more fleshy peppers whose seeds should probably be removed before drying...but always had success doing it this way...then stored in a zip-lock bag, in a cool, dark place.
I eat the pods so that I know if the seed is worthy of keeping or not. Variations in heat & flavour play a part. Place seeds on some paper towel for a week to dry then bag it.
Agreed, seeds should only be saved from the best and healthiest specimens.
