Use prescription bottles for seed saving.

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  1. jbest123

    jbest123 In Flower

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    I cut the graphics and name of the seeds from the packet and spray the back side with Elmer ‘s spray adhesive and place on the bottles. They are kept in a detached unheated garage so they freeze and thaw just as outside.

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    I think this is a good idea and it keeps everything neat and tidy :)
     
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    Jewell Incorrigible Gardener Plants Contributor

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    So very organized. Sure beats my method :stew1:
     
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    Jerry Sullivan Garden Experimenter Plants Contributor

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    I like the pictures, excellent organization. Question…. is the container in the bottom right for a salad? :)

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    Its a French salad mix called Mesclun.

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    Just brilliant! :D I have to show my husband and start saving small bottles.
     
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    Now that's so much better than my plastic tub. You can lay your hands on your seeds without having to rummage through all the packets the way I do.
     
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    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    I tried using prescription bottles for seeds and had a problem with seeds getting moldy. Are yours ventilated JB?
     
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    Just like corn in a silo the seeds must be very dry.
     

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