my ten year old son just ate over a pound of sun flower seeds! what should i do?
Does anything happen if you eat too many sun flower seeds?
nothing will happen to him unless hes allergic...trust me from experience...my little brother ate right about a pound too....and nothing happened to him...just make sure he drinks lots of water...
Reply:Make him fast for a day.
Reply:Drink lots and lots and lots of water.
Sunflower seeds have a lot of salt, so i would guess that mouth soreness and stomach soreness would be side effects.
If it gets bad, go to a docter, immediatly, he may be suffering from salt poisoning and that is fatal.
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Reply:Have him drink lots of liquids.
Reply:Were they in the shell? If not, Id just have him drink plenty of water, as they are probably loaded with salt.
Reply:calm down and tell him that he was a nerd for eating so much.
nothing will happen except maybe tummy ache.
question is who let him eat so many??
Reply:You should ensure that there is lots of toilet paper in the bathroom.
Wont do any harm and may do some good.
Reply:he's gonna turn into 1
Reply:hes gana start shooting sunflower seeds out of his as.s when he goes to poo
Reply:He'll probably get a stomachache. Get him some fiber to digest that thing.
If he gets a stomachache, give him the pink stomach buffer medicine.
Reply:nothing will happen, other maybe a loose stool. nuts and seeds are good for you
Reply:yes, you will get a horrible deiease and die VERY fast..
just joking nothing will happen
Reply:he will poo out a bunch of partially digested sunflower seeds because the body wont process that many at a time.
Reply:lose the feeling in his mouth thats about it
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Thursday, April 30, 2009
I want to throw down flower seeds so that my entire lawn will be completely blanketed in flowers. Suggestions?
The problem is, it seems like most flower seeds have to be planted at least 1/2 an inch or more in the soil. Forget that! I just want to have buckets full of seeds that I can just THROW all over my yard, so that soon after, my neighbors will see my yard vomiting a tremendous carpet of flowers. I mean I want every bald inch of my front yard covered in flowers (mixed or not, whatever).
So, would I do this in early spring, or would I do it in the fall, and --%26gt; what flower seeds could I use? I'll use bags and bags of flower seeds on my yard, as long as I can just throw them down (no digging, tilling, planting, etc). Just tell me what and when. I wish I could do it now (it's almost autumn as of 'now'), that would be great. If I can, let me know.
ZONE 6.
I want to throw down flower seeds so that my entire lawn will be completely blanketed in flowers. Suggestions?
You're not gonna like this, but it's true. You have to kill the grass first. Honest. BUT. on the plus side, this is a good time to do it. Perfect really. Buy concentrated Round Up and mix as directed. Follow the instructions. Buy a sprayer if you have a good size lawn.
Next, just throw pounds of seeds on your ex-lawn. Do it in Winter. Rake them down in a bit if you can, just to keep the birds from eating it.
That's it.
Reply:Get two mixes, one featuring a lot of members of the sunflower family (Asteraceae) to broadcast in the sunny parts of your lawn and another one with a lot of members of the rose family (Rosaceae) to broadcast in the shady parts. I'd broadcast the mixes in the late fall and expect to see some plants coming up the following spring, especially the roseaceae ones, with the asteraceae flowers following in late spring and through the summer. The trick to getting a "carpet of flowers" from broadcasting is to put out a lot of seed. Only a fraction of the seed will wind up planted in the right condititions to germinate each year. If you get native plants, especially perennials, though you can expect some of the seeds that don't come up next year to come up in subsequent years since native plants have a percentage of their seeds that can stay dormant for several years and still be viable. One thing you can do to increase the chance of flower seed coming up after you broadcast it, is to walk all over the lawn after you've sewn the seed, especially if you get (or make) some aerating soles for your shoes. The foot traffic will make some of the seed come in contact with the soil deep enough to germinate. Another thing you can do after broadcasting is to power rake the yard at a very shallow depth which will also plant some of the seed at the right depth. Disturbing the lawn each fall with power raking or even just regular raking with a stiff tined rake will disturb the soil and plant new groups of seed at the right depth. If you doubt this, just go out in "the wild" and look for places where there are a lot of flowers. Chances are, that area recieved some type of disturbance prior to the seeds' germinating. Some typical disturbances are fire, grazing (accompanied by all the hoof traffic) by wild and/or domestic animals, digging from burrowing animals, etc. I would recommend getting wildflower seed mixes from a source (where the seed's host plants were grown) located as close to your home as possible so that the plants will be adapted to your local climate.
Reply:Clarkia, yarrow, tidytips, batchelor buttons, are one off the top of my head would work in z 6.
Many of the plants who like their seeds trown around are annuals, so you need to consider what the rest of the year will be like.
Is the grass still growing? What kind of grass is it. Some grasses will do well with wildflowers and not smother them out or out compete them. I like sheep fescue and red fescue. Both stay about 6" tall and need little care.
Since you'r ein z6 you probably have a "Wild Ones" chapter somewhere. They are focused on using native plants for landscaping.
After scattering the seed it would be helpful to spread a thin layer of mulch or compost. Like 1/8".
Startig in fall is usually best.
Beware of "weeds" in the socalled wildflower mixes. Some will take over and cause you no wnd of pesty maintainace.
Gallardia. Allysum (a weed often), Echinacea, evening primrose, ...
Reply:sounds good but what about all those weeds that will be mixed in?
Reply:and what will your neighbors have to say when your yard looks like a wild meadow?... they'll say it's inhabited by rats and snakes, that's what.... and they'll complain to the city and they'll make you mow it..... actually, it's a nice idea, but realistically, it's not gonna happen..............sorry..... for a couple of years, the area will look like a weed patch and not your desired carpet of flowers.....
Reply:About the only flower seeds you can throw out are wildflowers. Check out this company and read there tutorial:
http://www.americanmeadows.com/?gclid=CI...
So, would I do this in early spring, or would I do it in the fall, and --%26gt; what flower seeds could I use? I'll use bags and bags of flower seeds on my yard, as long as I can just throw them down (no digging, tilling, planting, etc). Just tell me what and when. I wish I could do it now (it's almost autumn as of 'now'), that would be great. If I can, let me know.
ZONE 6.
I want to throw down flower seeds so that my entire lawn will be completely blanketed in flowers. Suggestions?
You're not gonna like this, but it's true. You have to kill the grass first. Honest. BUT. on the plus side, this is a good time to do it. Perfect really. Buy concentrated Round Up and mix as directed. Follow the instructions. Buy a sprayer if you have a good size lawn.
Next, just throw pounds of seeds on your ex-lawn. Do it in Winter. Rake them down in a bit if you can, just to keep the birds from eating it.
That's it.
Reply:Get two mixes, one featuring a lot of members of the sunflower family (Asteraceae) to broadcast in the sunny parts of your lawn and another one with a lot of members of the rose family (Rosaceae) to broadcast in the shady parts. I'd broadcast the mixes in the late fall and expect to see some plants coming up the following spring, especially the roseaceae ones, with the asteraceae flowers following in late spring and through the summer. The trick to getting a "carpet of flowers" from broadcasting is to put out a lot of seed. Only a fraction of the seed will wind up planted in the right condititions to germinate each year. If you get native plants, especially perennials, though you can expect some of the seeds that don't come up next year to come up in subsequent years since native plants have a percentage of their seeds that can stay dormant for several years and still be viable. One thing you can do to increase the chance of flower seed coming up after you broadcast it, is to walk all over the lawn after you've sewn the seed, especially if you get (or make) some aerating soles for your shoes. The foot traffic will make some of the seed come in contact with the soil deep enough to germinate. Another thing you can do after broadcasting is to power rake the yard at a very shallow depth which will also plant some of the seed at the right depth. Disturbing the lawn each fall with power raking or even just regular raking with a stiff tined rake will disturb the soil and plant new groups of seed at the right depth. If you doubt this, just go out in "the wild" and look for places where there are a lot of flowers. Chances are, that area recieved some type of disturbance prior to the seeds' germinating. Some typical disturbances are fire, grazing (accompanied by all the hoof traffic) by wild and/or domestic animals, digging from burrowing animals, etc. I would recommend getting wildflower seed mixes from a source (where the seed's host plants were grown) located as close to your home as possible so that the plants will be adapted to your local climate.
Reply:Clarkia, yarrow, tidytips, batchelor buttons, are one off the top of my head would work in z 6.
Many of the plants who like their seeds trown around are annuals, so you need to consider what the rest of the year will be like.
Is the grass still growing? What kind of grass is it. Some grasses will do well with wildflowers and not smother them out or out compete them. I like sheep fescue and red fescue. Both stay about 6" tall and need little care.
Since you'r ein z6 you probably have a "Wild Ones" chapter somewhere. They are focused on using native plants for landscaping.
After scattering the seed it would be helpful to spread a thin layer of mulch or compost. Like 1/8".
Startig in fall is usually best.
Beware of "weeds" in the socalled wildflower mixes. Some will take over and cause you no wnd of pesty maintainace.
Gallardia. Allysum (a weed often), Echinacea, evening primrose, ...
Reply:sounds good but what about all those weeds that will be mixed in?
Reply:and what will your neighbors have to say when your yard looks like a wild meadow?... they'll say it's inhabited by rats and snakes, that's what.... and they'll complain to the city and they'll make you mow it..... actually, it's a nice idea, but realistically, it's not gonna happen..............sorry..... for a couple of years, the area will look like a weed patch and not your desired carpet of flowers.....
Reply:About the only flower seeds you can throw out are wildflowers. Check out this company and read there tutorial:
http://www.americanmeadows.com/?gclid=CI...
I'm giving flower planters at a shower, what flower seeds are best to bloom in July? Daffodills+ Carnations?
The wedding isn't until September 2007, but since I'm the maid of honor, I want to get started on the shower planning. I thought a garden shower in July would be nice, and I wasnt sure what seeds to plant and when to have Summer blooms. Daffodils and Carnations are the bride and grooms birth flower.
I'm giving flower planters at a shower, what flower seeds are best to bloom in July? Daffodills+ Carnations?
Daffodils are a bulb flower, not seed flower. They are mostly done blooming by now. Carnations aren't hard. I'll list below a site that will teach you how to grow carnations.
Reply:Daffodils are a spring time plant that bulbs usually need to be chilled for several months before they will bloom. It is hard to answer your questions because I don't know what region you are in. My suggestion is to visit Burpee's website to get some ideas of what to plant. Good luck!
Reply:i'm not sure about daffodills but i do know that carnations are strong flowers that bloom well in summer or spring and last very long,or go to gardenersnet.com they have some good info on planting
Reply:daffodils
Reply:Daffodills are out. They are a bulb plant and only bloom briefly in the early spring. Go with carnations. They are an attractive and hardy flower that will bloom all summer if you keep trimming off the dying blooms. You can even get a dwarf variety, that will do well in small planters. Good luck.
I'm giving flower planters at a shower, what flower seeds are best to bloom in July? Daffodills+ Carnations?
Daffodils are a bulb flower, not seed flower. They are mostly done blooming by now. Carnations aren't hard. I'll list below a site that will teach you how to grow carnations.
Reply:Daffodils are a spring time plant that bulbs usually need to be chilled for several months before they will bloom. It is hard to answer your questions because I don't know what region you are in. My suggestion is to visit Burpee's website to get some ideas of what to plant. Good luck!
Reply:i'm not sure about daffodills but i do know that carnations are strong flowers that bloom well in summer or spring and last very long,or go to gardenersnet.com they have some good info on planting
Reply:daffodils
Reply:Daffodills are out. They are a bulb plant and only bloom briefly in the early spring. Go with carnations. They are an attractive and hardy flower that will bloom all summer if you keep trimming off the dying blooms. You can even get a dwarf variety, that will do well in small planters. Good luck.
Can I put a liner down when I plant my flower seeds?
I need to know if I can put a liner down before or after I plant my flower seeds. Should I put the liner down, then a little soil and then the seeds and then some more soil? I need help thanks.
Can I put a liner down when I plant my flower seeds?
The best (and cheapest) liner that I have found is to use layers of wet newspapers! If starting a new bed, loosen the soil a good 8-10" and mix in compost if using. Layer your wet paper layers -about 6-8 pages thick is good- and cover with your amended soil. Then plant your seeds as directed. This process will block weed seeds in the dirt from sprouting, cut way down on weeding, and, as the papers break down will naturally add organic nutrients.
You can also lay papers around established plants/shrubs (a couple inches away from touching plants) and cover with 2-4" of mulch to banish weeds and cut down on watering.
Reply:Whenthe ground is warm enough, do the soil about 3 inches deep.loosen well. smooth plant your seeds and cover lightly with soil....you may want to place brick etc, around them and cover with a piece of glass........
Can I put a liner down when I plant my flower seeds?
The best (and cheapest) liner that I have found is to use layers of wet newspapers! If starting a new bed, loosen the soil a good 8-10" and mix in compost if using. Layer your wet paper layers -about 6-8 pages thick is good- and cover with your amended soil. Then plant your seeds as directed. This process will block weed seeds in the dirt from sprouting, cut way down on weeding, and, as the papers break down will naturally add organic nutrients.
You can also lay papers around established plants/shrubs (a couple inches away from touching plants) and cover with 2-4" of mulch to banish weeds and cut down on watering.
Reply:Whenthe ground is warm enough, do the soil about 3 inches deep.loosen well. smooth plant your seeds and cover lightly with soil....you may want to place brick etc, around them and cover with a piece of glass........
Has anyone tried embedding flower seeds into hand made paper?
I plan on making all the paper I'll need for my wedding to save money and be environmentally friendly. I've heard people embed flower seeds into the paper sometimes so paper can be planted and the seeds will grow. I was just wondering if anyone had tried this and whether it worked ok or not?
Thanks! :)
Has anyone tried embedding flower seeds into hand made paper?
http://www.weddingclipart.com/guide/wedd...
also..
http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71713276.tip...
Making handmade plantable paper is a beautiful way to share the beauty and bounty of your flower and vegetable garden with fellow gardeners, while recycling paper into garden compost. You can modify the following directions to create inexpensive ornaments, invitations and note cards-or whatever your creative imagination can dream up!
This recipe assumes your paper will end up planted, and avoids the use of chemicals, inks and dyes that can be harmful to growing plants and the environment. Different papers will produce different effects so have fun experimenting with colors, textures and weight.
Good Paper Choices:
Unprinted computer paper
Newspaper (usually printed with soy inks-will cause grayish color)
Magazines (avoid high-gloss)
Egg Cartons
Toilet Paper
Paper Bags (grocery store bags)
Non Waxed Boxes (require pre-soaking in water)
Office Paper/Junk Mail
Tissue Paper
Napkins
Construction Paper
Old Greeting Cards
Phone Book Pages
Other Supplies:
Blender or food processor
Sponge
Wooden or Plastic Frame (old picture frames work well)
Screen or cheesecloth (window and door screen works best)
Staples or tacks (for tacking screen to frame)
Small Plastic Washtub or basin (large enough to immerse frame in)
Turkey-baster
Several squares of felt (white, not colored), flannel or old dishtowels (larger than frame)
Cookie sheets or newspapers (for stacking paper on to dry)
Directions:
1. Tear Paper into nickel-sized pieces, or use a paper shredder and place in blender (to half full). Make sure to remove any staples! You can also add bits of hemp or other natural fibers that may be safely composted once planted. Fill the blender with warm water. Blend for about 60 second on low to medium speed. Continue to increase the speed until no paper flakes remain and pulp appears smooth.
2. Now make a mold by tightly tacking screen or mesh onto a frame of the desired size.
3. Fill the washtub about half full of water and pour in pulp from blender. Add in at least 3 blender loads of paper-more if desired (the more pulp, the thicker the paper). Add in flower or vegetable seeds. Small, flat seeds like, forget-me-not, hollyhock, chili pepper and tomato seeds work wonderfully. Stir the mixture.
4. Slip the frame into the washtub, gently moving it from side to side to get the pulp around to the top of the frame level and to the desired thickness. Let the layer of pulp settle and slowly lift the frame up so it is above water level. Let it drain for a moment and check to see if it is level. Fill the turkey-baster with pulp from the washtub and use it to fill in any uneven spots or gaps in the pulp.
5. After removing the frame from the water, let it drain. When it stops dripping, carefully lay the frame (pulp side down) onto a fabric square or an old dishcloth. Use the sponge to press out as much water as possible (wring excess water back into tub).
6. This step may take some practice to master so be patient. Holding the fabric square flat, slowly lift up and remove the frame. The wet paper should remain on the fabric. If the paper sticks to the screen, you may have pulled too fast or not pressed enough water out of the paper. Once you successfully remove the frame, gently smooth out any noticeable air bubbles or rough edges.
7. Keep repeating steps 4-6 and stack the fabric squares (or dish towels) on a cookie sheet. When finished, place a piece of cardboard on top of the last piece and use bricks or another cookie sheet to press out the remaining water in the stack.
8. Gently separate sheets and dry them on a clothesline or out in the sun for 12-24 hours. When they are dry, gently separate the paper from the fabric squares (or dish towels).
For great gifts, use cookie cutters or stencils to trace holiday shapes. Cut them out and attach a ribbon for thoughtful gifts that last beyond the holiday season. Other uses for home made paper include scrapbooks, stationary and note cards, journal or photo album covers, lampshades, etc.
Don't Forget the Instructions for Planting
Tear off bits of paper containing seed and plant directly in the ground-the paper will compost naturally. To pre-sprout the seeds, place dampened paper into a plastic bag and check periodically that paper remains moist. Keep the plastic bag at the appropriate temperature until seeds sprout and transplant them into pots or directly into the garden.
About The Author: Ellen Brown is our Green Living and Gardening Expert. Click here to ask Ellen a question! Ellen Brown is an environmental writer and photographer and the owner of Sustainable Media, an environmental media company that specializes in helping businesses and organizations promote eco-friendly products and services. Contact her on the web at http://www.sustainable-media.com
Reply:I make little favors by soaking used paper overnight, then blending with more water, pressing into into candy molds and then poking in a few seeds. You can pop it out of the mold after a few minutes and just let it air-dry.
You can also mix the seeds right in with your slurry when you pull the molds, or press it into the sheets while they're drying. I've had good luck with pumpkin seeds, cosmos, and tomatoes.
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Thanks! :)
Has anyone tried embedding flower seeds into hand made paper?
http://www.weddingclipart.com/guide/wedd...
also..
http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71713276.tip...
Making handmade plantable paper is a beautiful way to share the beauty and bounty of your flower and vegetable garden with fellow gardeners, while recycling paper into garden compost. You can modify the following directions to create inexpensive ornaments, invitations and note cards-or whatever your creative imagination can dream up!
This recipe assumes your paper will end up planted, and avoids the use of chemicals, inks and dyes that can be harmful to growing plants and the environment. Different papers will produce different effects so have fun experimenting with colors, textures and weight.
Good Paper Choices:
Unprinted computer paper
Newspaper (usually printed with soy inks-will cause grayish color)
Magazines (avoid high-gloss)
Egg Cartons
Toilet Paper
Paper Bags (grocery store bags)
Non Waxed Boxes (require pre-soaking in water)
Office Paper/Junk Mail
Tissue Paper
Napkins
Construction Paper
Old Greeting Cards
Phone Book Pages
Other Supplies:
Blender or food processor
Sponge
Wooden or Plastic Frame (old picture frames work well)
Screen or cheesecloth (window and door screen works best)
Staples or tacks (for tacking screen to frame)
Small Plastic Washtub or basin (large enough to immerse frame in)
Turkey-baster
Several squares of felt (white, not colored), flannel or old dishtowels (larger than frame)
Cookie sheets or newspapers (for stacking paper on to dry)
Directions:
1. Tear Paper into nickel-sized pieces, or use a paper shredder and place in blender (to half full). Make sure to remove any staples! You can also add bits of hemp or other natural fibers that may be safely composted once planted. Fill the blender with warm water. Blend for about 60 second on low to medium speed. Continue to increase the speed until no paper flakes remain and pulp appears smooth.
2. Now make a mold by tightly tacking screen or mesh onto a frame of the desired size.
3. Fill the washtub about half full of water and pour in pulp from blender. Add in at least 3 blender loads of paper-more if desired (the more pulp, the thicker the paper). Add in flower or vegetable seeds. Small, flat seeds like, forget-me-not, hollyhock, chili pepper and tomato seeds work wonderfully. Stir the mixture.
4. Slip the frame into the washtub, gently moving it from side to side to get the pulp around to the top of the frame level and to the desired thickness. Let the layer of pulp settle and slowly lift the frame up so it is above water level. Let it drain for a moment and check to see if it is level. Fill the turkey-baster with pulp from the washtub and use it to fill in any uneven spots or gaps in the pulp.
5. After removing the frame from the water, let it drain. When it stops dripping, carefully lay the frame (pulp side down) onto a fabric square or an old dishcloth. Use the sponge to press out as much water as possible (wring excess water back into tub).
6. This step may take some practice to master so be patient. Holding the fabric square flat, slowly lift up and remove the frame. The wet paper should remain on the fabric. If the paper sticks to the screen, you may have pulled too fast or not pressed enough water out of the paper. Once you successfully remove the frame, gently smooth out any noticeable air bubbles or rough edges.
7. Keep repeating steps 4-6 and stack the fabric squares (or dish towels) on a cookie sheet. When finished, place a piece of cardboard on top of the last piece and use bricks or another cookie sheet to press out the remaining water in the stack.
8. Gently separate sheets and dry them on a clothesline or out in the sun for 12-24 hours. When they are dry, gently separate the paper from the fabric squares (or dish towels).
For great gifts, use cookie cutters or stencils to trace holiday shapes. Cut them out and attach a ribbon for thoughtful gifts that last beyond the holiday season. Other uses for home made paper include scrapbooks, stationary and note cards, journal or photo album covers, lampshades, etc.
Don't Forget the Instructions for Planting
Tear off bits of paper containing seed and plant directly in the ground-the paper will compost naturally. To pre-sprout the seeds, place dampened paper into a plastic bag and check periodically that paper remains moist. Keep the plastic bag at the appropriate temperature until seeds sprout and transplant them into pots or directly into the garden.
About The Author: Ellen Brown is our Green Living and Gardening Expert. Click here to ask Ellen a question! Ellen Brown is an environmental writer and photographer and the owner of Sustainable Media, an environmental media company that specializes in helping businesses and organizations promote eco-friendly products and services. Contact her on the web at http://www.sustainable-media.com
Reply:I make little favors by soaking used paper overnight, then blending with more water, pressing into into candy molds and then poking in a few seeds. You can pop it out of the mold after a few minutes and just let it air-dry.
You can also mix the seeds right in with your slurry when you pull the molds, or press it into the sheets while they're drying. I've had good luck with pumpkin seeds, cosmos, and tomatoes.
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Flower Seeds that grow in very small pots?
I have been mis informed by a nursery that I could buy African Violet Seeds. I have purchased 150 8x 8x 8cm pot for wedding gifts with a poem and I was going to plant African Violets. I have now been told that you cannot buy these seeds. Can you please suggest another flower that will survive in such a small pot and preferrably indoor plant and they have to begin as seeds.
Flower Seeds that grow in very small pots?
If they have to begin as seeds, do they have to remain in the pot??
How about Coleus? Its a colorful leafy plant, indoors/outdoors and should survive with careful watering in a planter that small.
Technically you can should be able to start almost any seed in those pots, its just a matter a how long they can survive in it.
Flower Seeds that grow in very small pots?
If they have to begin as seeds, do they have to remain in the pot??
How about Coleus? Its a colorful leafy plant, indoors/outdoors and should survive with careful watering in a planter that small.
Technically you can should be able to start almost any seed in those pots, its just a matter a how long they can survive in it.
How long are flower seeds viable?
I bought some flower seeds this year (spring), and was wondering if I have to start them indoors this winter, or will they be good until next spring if I store them in the refrigerator? I can't give names, I have literally HUNDREDS of different kinds left over from plants I started. How long will they be good?
How long are flower seeds viable?
How Long Will My Seeds Last?
Most seeds, based on the number of years they will produce, can be divided into three categories;
Short Life - The seeds of the vegetables in this category will last for a maximum of two seasons - corn, leeks, rhubarb, parsnip and parsley.
Medium Life - These seeds will most often last from two to three years - Asparagus, beans, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, kale, lettuce, okra, peas, peppers, radish, spinach, turnip and watermelon.
Long Life - Tomatoes, eggplant and cucumber all last three to five seasons.
Some of the varieties may last longer or not as long as the times mentioned above. When you plant your seeds after the recommended time frame, you will still get some activity but, the results will not be as vigorous. Before you order your plant seeds you should have your garden planned and you should know exactly where each plant will be planted in your garden. You should already know how many seeds you would need to accomplish your well thought out garden plans. The more you know about your garden before you plant your first seed, the better your entire garden will be and the better your crop will be.
It is best if you choose plants and vegetables that are native to your part of the country. These native seeds will produce a better crop because they have, for centuries, adapted to that particular region.
How to Store Your Left-Over Seeds
I'm sure you have some seeds left over every year when you get through planting you garden(s). The way you store these seeds will determine if you are able to get the seeds to produce when you do plant them. Seeds that are poorly stored - in warm, moist conditions - will most likely be diseased and they will not give you the harvest that is expected. It is best to store your unused seed in an airtight container and put in a cool, dry place as soon as you can after opening. They will last for several years if storage is done properly.
When you store your see during the winter months, keep them in a place that has humidity of 45% or less and a mean temperature of 40 to 50 degrees. If they are kept in these ideal conditions your seeds will last their assigned life span - or longer - and produce plentiful harvests year after year
Reply:storeing them in the freezer would be better. some last a long time.
Reply:My mom recently gave me a few four o'clock seeds from my great grandmothers farm. She had them in an old pill bottle, and marked the collection year as 1974, when I was but 2 years old. I have 3 beautiful plants growing and flowering now. I'd say it depends on the seeds and the method of storage.
Reply:Mine has expirations dates on them, so I know. Well the only way to know is to keep them in different conditions. And when you plant them if they don't grow you'd know that was not the right keeping condition.
Reply:Depends entirely on the species and storage conditions. All of the common garden flowers that you find in commercial packets will last at least a year at 50oF and 50% relative humidity. You'll double the lifespan of the seed for each 10oF or 10% RH you decrease in storage conditions, down to about 10% RH or 30oF.
Store your packets cool and dry in the refrigerator (a veggie crisper isn't a bad choice for temperature) -- I prefer paper packets in a sealed glass or plastic container.
How long are flower seeds viable?
How Long Will My Seeds Last?
Most seeds, based on the number of years they will produce, can be divided into three categories;
Short Life - The seeds of the vegetables in this category will last for a maximum of two seasons - corn, leeks, rhubarb, parsnip and parsley.
Medium Life - These seeds will most often last from two to three years - Asparagus, beans, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, kale, lettuce, okra, peas, peppers, radish, spinach, turnip and watermelon.
Long Life - Tomatoes, eggplant and cucumber all last three to five seasons.
Some of the varieties may last longer or not as long as the times mentioned above. When you plant your seeds after the recommended time frame, you will still get some activity but, the results will not be as vigorous. Before you order your plant seeds you should have your garden planned and you should know exactly where each plant will be planted in your garden. You should already know how many seeds you would need to accomplish your well thought out garden plans. The more you know about your garden before you plant your first seed, the better your entire garden will be and the better your crop will be.
It is best if you choose plants and vegetables that are native to your part of the country. These native seeds will produce a better crop because they have, for centuries, adapted to that particular region.
How to Store Your Left-Over Seeds
I'm sure you have some seeds left over every year when you get through planting you garden(s). The way you store these seeds will determine if you are able to get the seeds to produce when you do plant them. Seeds that are poorly stored - in warm, moist conditions - will most likely be diseased and they will not give you the harvest that is expected. It is best to store your unused seed in an airtight container and put in a cool, dry place as soon as you can after opening. They will last for several years if storage is done properly.
When you store your see during the winter months, keep them in a place that has humidity of 45% or less and a mean temperature of 40 to 50 degrees. If they are kept in these ideal conditions your seeds will last their assigned life span - or longer - and produce plentiful harvests year after year
Reply:storeing them in the freezer would be better. some last a long time.
Reply:My mom recently gave me a few four o'clock seeds from my great grandmothers farm. She had them in an old pill bottle, and marked the collection year as 1974, when I was but 2 years old. I have 3 beautiful plants growing and flowering now. I'd say it depends on the seeds and the method of storage.
Reply:Mine has expirations dates on them, so I know. Well the only way to know is to keep them in different conditions. And when you plant them if they don't grow you'd know that was not the right keeping condition.
Reply:Depends entirely on the species and storage conditions. All of the common garden flowers that you find in commercial packets will last at least a year at 50oF and 50% relative humidity. You'll double the lifespan of the seed for each 10oF or 10% RH you decrease in storage conditions, down to about 10% RH or 30oF.
Store your packets cool and dry in the refrigerator (a veggie crisper isn't a bad choice for temperature) -- I prefer paper packets in a sealed glass or plastic container.
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