Monday, May 11, 2009

How can i get seeds from an annual flower?

i have a morning glory flower and want to know if there is any way to get the seeds out so i can plant them next year.

How can i get seeds from an annual flower?
The seed pods will turn brown and before you know it, the underneath of the plants will be absolutley littered with these pods. If you don't want the seeds, just let them rest and they will reseed all on their own. I love morninglories but they can take over your yard and are vigorous reseeders. The one year that I did not clean up the pods, I had morning glory coming up everywhere. OK if you want morning glory everywhere. I preferred to have the morninglory in a contained area.
Reply:when the pods are dry and brittle the seeds will be ripe,store in a cool dry place.
Reply:Unless you want to plant them somewhere else-- leave them alone and they'll reseed them selves.


Otherwise, after the vines dry you'll see the seed pods-- there are usually 4 seeds per pod. Pick off the pods, rub them in your hands over some newspaper and pick out the seeds.


Colors-- if you planted all one color-- the seeds will probably be the same color. I planted red, blue, white and pink-- I'm interested in what I get next year.


good luck


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