Drying and Storing Garden Seeds for Future Planting

All seeds should be fully dry before storage. For podded seeds:

1. Wait until pods begin to split naturally.
2. Enclose pods in a cloth bag and tie off to catch seeds.
3. After a week, check for dryness; separate seeds from chaff.
4. Store in airtight containers in a cool, dark, dry place (refrigerator is ideal).

Properly dried and stored seeds remain viable for years.