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Old May 7, 2009   #47
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Craig I stared some seeds this year that were 6 years old. I planted 10 seeds and I was amazed that 9 of them germinated. I have actually started tomato seeds that were 10 years old and got 80% germination. I guess what I am trying to say is that I don't have a clue when tomato seeds are to old! I wish I could get my hands on some 12 or 15 year old seeds to see what the germination rate would be. That would be a fun project for an old man that has got nothing but time on his hands!
I've got lots and lots of seed for many different varieties that date back to 1991 if you want some.

My record is waking up 22 yo seed but the documented record is waking up 50 yo tomato seed.

It's too late this year to fool around with very old seed in terms of getting plants out there but if you just want to play, then please PM me about it.
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