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  • Seed Storage question

    Firstly, I am not sure this is the right place to post this question, so, mods, please move!!

    I am doing a "Propagation" course, and am completely stuck on a question about storing seed.

    The Question is:
    "List 20 different plants that require specialised seed storage. For each plant, briefly describe the appropriate storage method"

    I simply can't find enough detailed info on storing seed....

    If any of you have even one plant that you know requires special attention, please let me know! IF it requires a certain temperature, I will need to know the temparature, etc.

    Doesn't need to be veg - plants, trees, flowers, herbs - anything! But it must be seed storage (e.g. not other propagation methods).

    Thanks to you all in advance!
    If the river hasn't reached the top of your step, DON'T PANIC!

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    Originally posted by Peas'n'Kews View Post
    Firstly, I am not sure this is the right place to post this question, so, mods, please move!!
    Done! It is a bit of a difficult one to place but, hopefully more peeps will see it here.
    A garden is a lovesome thing, God wot! (Thomas Edward Brown)

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    • #3
      the Millenium seed bank may be able to help
      Seed Information Database: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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      • #4
        I find that if you keep seeds relatively cool, preferably in the dark and totally dry then they're fine. In my case that means a series of old biscuit / sweet tins

        Some of us live in the past, always talking about back then. Some of us live in the future, always planning what we are going to do. And, then there are those, who neither look behind or ahead, but just enjoy the moment of right now.

        Which one are you and is it how you want to be?

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        • #5
          Originally posted by Linnea View Post
          the Millenium seed bank may be able to help
          Seed Information Database: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
          Thanks Linnea

          I tried that one, but it just says if they are "orthodox" or "recalictrant" which is an improvement on "just keep em dry" but I don't think it'll be enough for my assignment.

          I have asked my tutor for guidance...

          Thanks for helping!
          If the river hasn't reached the top of your step, DON'T PANIC!

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          • #6
            Tried this site? How To Save Your Own Seed at Home

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            • #7
              Well on the other forum im on theres a seed storage guide - i would put a link to it, but i dont think i would be allowed?

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              • #8
                if you seach the database (option on the right from the link) you can get more information but is a bit tricky to understand some of the abbreviations used

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Peas'n'Kews View Post
                  I tried that one, but it just says if they are "orthodox" or "recalictrant" which is an improvement on "just keep em dry" but I don't think it'll be enough for my assignment.
                  Sorry if you think I was being unhelpful, was simply giving all the information I know, won't bother in the future if it causes offence.

                  Some of us live in the past, always talking about back then. Some of us live in the future, always planning what we are going to do. And, then there are those, who neither look behind or ahead, but just enjoy the moment of right now.

                  Which one are you and is it how you want to be?

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                  • #10
                    oooh ive just remembered another site that gives lots of advice on saving seed - follow the link and click on the different types of veg and it will give you specific advice on saving the seed for that type of veg.

                    Heres the link: Seed saving guidelines and resources for HSL Seed Guardians

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                    • #11
                      Any help?
                      ingentaconnect Long-term seed storage of various Canadian hardwoods and conifers

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by Alison View Post
                        I find that if you keep seeds relatively cool, preferably in the dark and totally dry then they're fine. In my case that means a series of old biscuit / sweet tins
                        Originally posted by Alison View Post
                        Sorry if you think I was being unhelpful, was simply giving all the information I know, won't bother in the future if it causes offence.
                        Hey Alison! I in no way thought your answer was offensive....

                        So far all I've found on the web or in books is "keep 'em dry", you did add other advice!!!

                        Its just that I need detail for the assignment, and that's were I am struggling......
                        Last edited by Peas'n'Kews; 22-06-2012, 03:19 PM. Reason: typo
                        If the river hasn't reached the top of your step, DON'T PANIC!

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                        • #13
                          Guys

                          You have all been most helpful, I'll let you know how I get on....

                          Its the fact that I've got to name 20 different plants and then explain why each of them need different special storage - generic storage is much easier!
                          Last edited by Peas'n'Kews; 22-06-2012, 03:20 PM. Reason: formatting
                          If the river hasn't reached the top of your step, DON'T PANIC!

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by Peas'n'Kews View Post
                            Hey Alison! I in no way thought your answer was offensive....

                            So far all I've found on the web or in books is "keep 'em dry", you did add other advice!!!

                            Its just that I need detail for the assignment, and that's were I am struggling......
                            No problem, misread your comments, probably just in a bad mood with all this rain

                            Some of us live in the past, always talking about back then. Some of us live in the future, always planning what we are going to do. And, then there are those, who neither look behind or ahead, but just enjoy the moment of right now.

                            Which one are you and is it how you want to be?

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                            • #15
                              Well after all my heart ache, and your help, over this, the tutor has replied with a semi-illiterate email basically saying "list the seeds that need keeping dry or warm or cold"

                              Doh!
                              and Grrrrrrr!!!
                              If the river hasn't reached the top of your step, DON'T PANIC!

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