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Sarracenia Seed Viability After Two Weeks at Room Temperature

A grower discovers Sarracenia hybrid seeds left in packaging for two weeks at room temperature and asks about viability.

Good News

Seeds are fine — viability without refrigeration is ~1 year
November-collected seeds have full viability remaining
Action needed: Begin stratification promptly

Storage Best Practices

Refrigerate (not freeze) in paper envelopes for long-term storage
Use within 1 year for best germination rates
Label with collection date and cross info

Next Steps

Start the 8-10 week cold stratification process immediately for spring germination.

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