Seed Viability

• Marjoram
• Onion
• Parsley
• Parsnips
1year When properly stored, most
garden seeds will keep & remain
• Oregano viable (alive & able to grow) for a
number of years.
Seeds are best stored in a
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Chives
Leek
• Pepper
• Sage 2years cool, dry, dark location with
less than 40% humidity.
• Okra • Sweet Corn
• Peanut
Germination rates of seeds
decline over time. Be sure

3years
• Asparagus • Fennel to check the germination
• Bean • Kohlrabi rate of your stored seeds
• Broccoli • Pea each year!
• Carrot • Spinach
• Celery • Tomatillo

4years
• Beet • Gourd • Summer Squash
• Brussel Sprouts • Kale • Swiss Chard
• Cabbage • Mustard • Tomato
• Cauliflower • Radish • Turnip
• Eggplant • Rutabaga • Winter Squash

5years
• Artichoke • Cucumber
• Arugula • Dill
• Basil • Lettuce & Greens
• Cilantro • Melon

*These are estimates only. There are many factors that affect the viability of seeds including time,
temperature, moisture, & storage conditions. Germination rates may vary.

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