Starting Last Years Seeds

Question

I saved a lot of perennial flower seeds from last year and tried to start them in the house this Feb. Only “one” kind of the seeds have sprouted. Is there something I should have done to the seeds when I harvested them last fall to ensure they would grow this year? Thank you.

Answer 1

Unfortunately, different seeds may have different methods, depending on what they were. Also, many seeds have different starting methods, such as temperature needs or other environmental needs. What I can do is point you toward some articles that will help you in the future:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/start-flower-seeds-indoors.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/nicking-plant-seeds.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/featuring/seed-starting-for-beginners-everything-to-know-before-you-start-seeds

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/seed-stratification.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/seeds/wet-vs-dry-stratification.htm