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    Another *silly* question from a novice - sorry, but you are a very helpful bunch!

    I have some seeds from last year (and possibly year before) but I didn't store them very carefully, and a few of the outer packets have got a bit wet (splashed from the utility room sink). The seeds look fine and haven't germinated - are they likely to be ok? Most are in date but a couple have Best Before dates of Sept 2018. Shall I just give them all a go and see what happens? Presumably the 'test' is whether or not they germinate?

    Labelling, good storage and planting diaries are all things I'm working on this year...

    Thanks again.

  • #2
    As our very own VC says every seed deserves a chance .
    Sow them you've got nothing to lose.
    Not many of us take any notice of use by dates either
    Last edited by Small pumpkin; 17-01-2019, 04:16 PM.

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    • #3
      If they were foil packets I'd say they were ok, but may not be if they were just in paper packets.
      I'd do a germination test, with a pinch of seed...
      https://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog...-test-at-home/

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      • #4
        Originally posted by Thelma Sanders View Post
        If they were foil packets I'd say they were ok, but may not be if they were just in paper packets.
        I'd do a germination test, with a pinch of seed...
        https://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog...-test-at-home/
        Thanks Thelma - have just set one up

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        • #5
          Sealed packets are quite robust.

          I'd left some in my greenhouse over winter and slugs had eaten the writing off the top of the packets.

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          • #6
            And I bet they still germinated 4Shoes!

            I'm sure they'll be fine
            https://nodigadventures.blogspot.com/

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            • #7
              If they are parsnip, I would discard them. You need fresh parsnip seed every year and, as it takes for ever to germinate, if you sow duff seeds, a second sowing struggles to catch up.

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Mark_Riga View Post
                If they are parsnip, I would discard them. You need fresh parsnip seed every year and, as it takes for ever to germinate, if you sow duff seeds, a second sowing struggles to catch up.
                Thanks Mark, I was going to try a different variety of parsnip this year - we had a fair crop but (I hate to admit it) they weren't as tasty as shop-bought! Even though of course it felt better to be eating from one's own garden!!

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by becky_jo View Post
                  Thanks Mark, I was going to try a different variety of parsnip this year - we had a fair crop but (I hate to admit it) they weren't as tasty as shop-bought! Even though of course it felt better to be eating from one's own garden!!
                  Which variety was it that disappointed you?
                  Last edited by toomanytommytoes; 18-01-2019, 07:02 PM. Reason: typo

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by SarrissUK View Post
                    And I bet they still germinated 4Shoes!

                    I'm sure they'll be fine
                    Thought that was a given. Yes

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by toomanytommytoes View Post
                      Which variety was it that disappointed you?
                      It was 'Tender and True' (Mr Fothergill's). We had a fairly good crop albeit quite late (first time growing parsnips though and I think this is quite normal!). They tasted fine, but not amazing!

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                      • #12
                        I've never really noticed a difference between varieties for taste. Generally roasted they are delicious, especially after a they have had frost on them which makes them sweeter I think. we have had a few frosts now so should be fine.

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