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Old August 19, 2014   #4
feldon30
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Originally Posted by AlittleSalt View Post
While reading countless posts, threads, and just about everything else here and online, I couldn't help but read about people saving heirloom tomato seeds. I have seen where some sites say that the seeds only last a year or so, and others say they are good-to-go for 10 or more years.
I'd like to know what sites those are so we can correct them.

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Just wondering how long heirloom tomato seeds last while having a high germination rate?
7-10 years. Much longer (decades!) if seeds are frozen in foil packs after being allowed to completely dry. The lower moisture the better.
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