Seed Care

[CactusMad]

Hi everyone,I have been collecting some seeds ready for next spring.What is the best way to keep them until then? In the fridge?

Sylv.

[Onzuka]

I've never put mine in a fridge, I just use a cool and dark location and have not had any germination problems. The main thing is to ensure that they are properly dry before you store them. Others may disagree.

Steve

[adetheproducer]

Yeah I just keep them dark cool and dry too, you can freeze them at about -18c but if they are not dried enough or the temperature is too high or fluctuates it can kill the seeds.

[CactusFanDan]

Most cactus seeds have a good longevity, so storing them over winter doesn't present many problems. Just don't leave them in a really humid place. As others have said: cool and dry is good. More necessary for long-term storage though.

[iann]

You'll have to try hard to kill most cactus seeds by next spring A few have short life spans, anything like dust is a good rule of thumb. So Strombocactus is one, but even those should store well over one winter.

[CactusMad]

Thank you everyone.Much appreciated.

Sylv.