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Shipping Bonsai Seeds in Cold Weather: No Problem for Seeds

You ordered bonsai seeds online; most are cold-hardy, one tropical. Worried cold during shipping will harm them.

Answer

Seeds tolerate wide temperature ranges during shipping. Cuttings, bulbs, or fleshy material would be at risk, but seeds are fine. Seed companies usually warn if shipping is unsafe. Contact the company if concerned.

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