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Storing seed

20 years ago

What is the best way to store plumeria seeds? I have more than I have room to start now but I do want to start the rest at a later date. Will the germination rate go way down if they are stored for a few months? I'm not sure when the seeds I have were collected but the germination rate is almost 100% so I assume they aren't very old.

Karyn

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tdogdad
20 years ago
germination rate will begin to decline after several months. Do not store in plastic bags or sealed bottles. Seeds need to have fresh air. Keep them dry.
karyn1
Original Author
20 years ago
Could I just keep them in a paper bag in a kitchen drawer or would that be too warm? Would they fare better in a cooler spot?
Karyn
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alex87
20 years ago
Some people put them in the refrigerator but I don't think it's neccessary. A paper bag works great but you might want to find a place with a little better air circulation than a kitchen drawer.

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