How to Cold Stratify Seeds and Why It’s Required For THESE Crops
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- Опубліковано 10 бер 2022
- Cold stratifying seeds is simple and easy, but many gardeners fail to do it. This episode covers how to do it, what cold stratification is, which plants need it, and which ones don’t need it.
St. Johns, Artichoke, Strawberry, Mary Washington Asperigus, Catnip, Marshmellow, Thistle, Lemon Balm, Lavender, fruit trees, perrinials. 2-3 weeks in fridge. Thanks so much. Been a lavender issue for me.
No wonder I could not get lavender to grow! I did not put them in the freezer!
@@hopeking3588 same here
Thx for the list. I was short on time today so your list helped me skip watching. Thx again!
I keep a list and hope you will too...
24 hours in the freezer is all you need ...
No wonder I haven't been able to grow strawberries from seed, learn something new everyday!
I would also like to see a list of seeds that shouldn't be dried out before planting such as citrus. You deserve to have a million subscribers! You have great videos!
People are really going to need to know how to garden with the supply chain situation going on. Canning supplies are already being purchased. Appreciate your channel.
I tried cold stratifying lavender both in the fridge and in the freezer last year and had success with both methods!
I did not know strawberries needed it though! That explains my 0% germination of my wild strawberries in my basement haha. They were a different company's seed though and a few years old.
I wish all seed companies would put "NEEDS COLD STRATIFICATION!!" in big bold letters on the package since it's so important for germination!!
Does the freezer method work faster?
@@rhyothemisprinceps1617 I don't remember if they germinated faster but they appeared to get enough of the cold stratification
I just go to the frozen fruit section of the grocery store and I buy the mixed bag of fruit with blackberries strawberries raspberries just throw the berries on the surface of my planter and I sprinkle dirt on top of it and leave it out over winter and in the spring I had almost every seed sprout. So if you want to skip that stratification and freezing just buy them already frozen fresh fruit.
@@zeldasmith1088 that's a great idea! And if you wanted a particular local variety, just buy a few extra when they're in season, and freeze the leftovers to do that with them the following season
@@FloraM44 I've started kiwis and mango and I just started 3 big pots with 2 kinds of blueberries,2 kinds of blackberries, and 2 kinds of raspberries and 5 small pots of lavender seeds. The frozen berries I planted last year all came up so this yr they will be 2. Hope you all have a wonderful gardening season 💯
I am on my 2nd year of planting a garden with my son. Watching your videos has been a blessing. I had NO knowledge of planting what so ever but our very first garden was a big success because of your videos. We had tomatoes as big as our hands. We had tried tomatoes a few times before and failed. We are in our second year for asparagus and can’t wait til a year more so maybe can eat some.
Thank you for giving us this opportunity to teach our 17 year old about gardening. He loves it.
I tried growing lavender from seed for 3 years. Nothing. Then I saw an older video of yours talking about cold stratification. I ordered lavender seeds from you and did the cold stratification and had over 90% germination which I'd heard was very high for lavender.
It’s amazing the difference it makes. Glad it helped!
I went through 3 packs of MI Gardner lavender seeds before I learned from his older video as well. I winter sowed them this year in milk jugs and got at least 90% also.. 😂
@@MIgardener but why is this information not on your seed packets? It's disappointing.
@@PreciousPatchesFarms, my lavender seeds from MIGardener says must be cold stratified.
This puzzles me a bit... I mean: why should seeds need a refrigerator and can't make it just on their own outside? I'm sure this method is science-backed and it really works but it still seems strange. 🤔
Thank you, Luke! You are the first to tell me why I have never been successful at growing some plants from seed. I’m Sixty years old!😁
Hey Luke! I've been waiting a while to catch a video within the first hour I just want to say thankyou so much for inspiring me and many more people to get into gardening. Congrats on the soon awaited million subscribers. Oh also thanks for the extra seeds! 👍😁
Thanks for your support! Happy gardening :)
Luke if some seeds need the cold to germinate, why would they leave that information out on the seed packet?
Shouldn't that be part of the information on the seed packets?
Because mabey they don't know,or the NWO wants us to stave!
I bought some seeds of etsy and it said it on mines. But u are right, they should all say it
Well, like I've always said, don't plant anything without watching MIgardener's videos!! I bought lavender and had no idea I had to use the cold stratification method for them!!! A gazillion thanks, Luke!!❤
I'm 1 in a million!....
Congrats on your channel's success!
Important step you forgot to mention: label the bags with marker or something so you don't forget which seeds are which. 😅
You don’t have photographic memory? 😜
“Oh I’ll remember what that is” I get side tracked and have no idea what seeds I started.😳
MIlkweed (non-invasive) also appreciates stratification. Last year - I germinated so much I had to give away. I have not had any luck with germinating lavender in my area (5a/b); this year I am trying Munstead which is supposed to be more cold hardy. We'll see. This is great - shows how easy it is. Thank you!
Thank goodness for this video! Such a simple method.
Came for the Cold fusion...stayed for The Cold Stratification
I was literally searching the web for exactly this info about raspberries but couldn't find how long to keep them in the fridge! Thanks Luke!
I generally start cold stratifying my peach and apricot seeds right after Christmas in my fridge in butter tubs and pull and pot them around Valentine’s Day. I try to do about 10-20 of each variety every year. I keep them for about a year then keep the best couple to plant and sell the rest.
I just threw a bunch of perennial seeds in the ground last October before the freeze and prayed. We'll see what happens!
Did it work??????
How did it go?
Luke, you deserve every sub, and then some. I appreciate what you do. Thank you!
Awe thanks William!
I was just searching for tips on this very topic last night. Synchronicity at its best
Learn something new every day. That's what I love about gardening. I've been gardening since I was able to walk. Never knew about cold stratification. Probably because I've always had a tiny yard to grow in so I've always stuck with the basics. But we just bought 25 acres and can't wait to try growing so many new things. Thanks for the information
Have never in 45 years of gardening heard about this so I'm all ears, will share with some others for new subs!
Thanks for your support! 🥰
I am using the winter sowing method for seeds that need cold stratification this year but I like learning about other methods as well so thank you!
Thank you for this video! I only learned about Cold Stratification: today! Now I have to push a handful of things back a few weeks, but I would rather do that than be disappointed with poor germination rates.
Thank you so much for sharing your gardening wisdom. I never knew this trick. You are a great detail oriented teacher, that is why your channel has grown so much! You are the best!
Hey, your products and apps are awesome! The best place to shop. I just had to say that.
Thanks for posting about this topic! This explains why my lemon balm and lavender did not germinate last year. I was in a rush and did not read the seed packet carefully.
That will do it. Give this a shot and then watch the magic happen. Good luck!
We appreciate all your garden wisdom, Luke! Thanks to you and your family!
Very very helpful! Thank you!
Oh goodness, perfect timing. Thank you so much.
Ah, this explains so many things!! Thank you.
Very helpful tips there, thanks for sharing your experience !
Thank you for the lavadaur tip, now I will try this again.
Thank you! This explains my st. Johns wort! Going to try your method!
Perfect timing! I just bought some of those seeds yesterday! Thanks Luke!
Look forward to seeing you guys.
Yayo! Let's go 1M. Well deserved for one of the best educational gardening videos out there. MIGardener shop is also the bomb.
Thanks for the tips! I would add - make sure to label your bags so you know what the seeds are!
Thanks Luke, this has really helped me out. 👍😊🤦♀️
Great video Luke. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Gotta go cold stratify now!!
VERY helpful! Thank you 🌱
Thank you! This is such a helpful video!
So glad you enjoyed it! Happy gardening!
Perfect timing!! I was just about to google how to cold stratify lavender!!! Thank you!!!
Wow, I have half of those so I'm so glad to know! Awesome info Luke! Will be my first year doing this . I now know the reason for years not coming up!
Such valuable information. Thank you, Luke, for all you do! I REALLY appreciate all the time and effort you put into your videos. Wishing you great success!
You're the greatest! Thanks so much!!
Thank you! This was so informative. I will try it with celery and artichokes!
Another incredible UA-cam video!! I was always wondering what this cold stratification thing was about! Thank you so much for making such inormative videos for! Always a pleasure ☺️
I am so glad you did this video! It will help me out a lot for the MiGardener seeds I purchased. Also caught the video you did yesterday. All this is good for zone 6 garden 😀. Thanks Luke, you are the best!
Thank you so much for this video, you saved my seeds! Please continue the work you do, it's inspiring.
Just planted those Giant crimson tomato seeds I got from you! Super excited to see what comes of them
I've never commented on your videos... I've enjoyed your content for several years now--I've been impressed at how much you know about gardening at a young age.
My experience with cold stratification -- we've done this for decades -- the freezer. The 2-3 weeks can be extended. Mold is not an issue.
Thank you again. You do a great job.
Hey bro can we do this seed startification in monsoon ??
CAN YOU COLD STRATIFY STRAWBERRY SEEDS IN THE FREEZER? HAVE YOU EVER TRIED IT? THANKS.
Thanks Luke😁👍❤🙏
I’m so glad your channel was suggested to me! We’re here in Michigan too and I need all the gardening tips I can get.
Got my seeds from MIgardner. Excited about my gardening season!
WOWZA!!!!!!! 1 MILLION YOU SO DESERVE IT ,THANKYOU 💖
Thank you!
Congratulations on all of the viewers!
Thanks to amazing people like you.
Thank you for doing this video..::excited to try the Strawberry seeds from your shop!
I finally subscribed since I watch you so much and have learned from you. I live at 8,000ft in Colorado and been gardening for 40 years here. Still things to learn. At point of starting seeds needing this and looking how others are doing it. Thanks.
Never heard of this. Thank you.
Almost 10K you go Luke!
Luke you deserve 1 million! Ty for sharing your knowledge with us! I did use stratification with my fridge weeks ago. Next year do video early because in my zone and yours to be honest this is late
Oooooooooo!!!! Thank you for this Luke!!! I harvested a binch of columbine seeds today and i also have lavender, and a fea other seeds that woll need cold stratification before planting. Im so excited to try this ❤❤❤❤❤
Not that surprising..your personable and extremely knowledgeable... You've earned it..enjoy the roll
Don't forget to label the bags!
Thanks for the lesson!
🌱❤👍❤🌱
Super helpful
I purchased a bunch of your seeds today MI gardener… I normally only purchase through Johnny seeds or bakers creek your prices are phenomenal and reviews really looking forward to planting some of these seeds this year
Excellent Content ☝🏾☝🏾☝🏾👩🏾🌾
I subscribed 🥳 thanks for all the info
hay Luke great video I was wanting to cold Stratify some perennial seeds for my garden this year but I found out I am to late I guess I am going to wait util next season
I love your videos! Thanks for all the great information! I agree with some of the other commenters that all seed packs should specify if it needs to be cold stratified, but I have only just begun ordering seeds from you, so I don't have personal experience whether your packages state this or not.
Excellent
I'd like to see you do a video on seeds that are super tiny like celeriac that I can't get to germinate and ground cherries!
I don't use your seeds as I'm in Australia, but now I know why I've had trouble with some seeds.
Mallow and Lavendar in particular - the packs don't mention it. I have grown lemon balm without - guess I got lucky :)
Great information 👍👍
Congrats on the sub numbers, you deserve it
Yeah, tomatoes, eggplants, peppers and chillis do not require cold stratification.. Really helpful video on cold stratification 👍
Thanks Zach! :)
Great information! I'm working on trying to propagate my white bleeding hearts, I didn't cold stratify them and should have. Don't forget to label the bag with what the seeds are. I might even put the seed packet inside another smaller zip lock bag and stick it inside with the seeds.
I appreciate this
thanks for this!!
Great info. Now I know why my lavender did not germinate last year.
Hi Luke,
I'm wondering why your seed packets don't tell us to cold stratify these seeds? I'm certain we would have much greater success and germination rates if that was added.
Hope you add a sticker in the future.
Thanks! Kate
My lavender seed packet from MIGardener says to cold stratify.
@@ginnysummers7018 good to know! My Asparagus doesn't. I have to look at my other seeds
I get some good germination by doing the same but putting lavender in the freezer for 3-4 days. Probably not as good germination as yours but in a pinch it will work.
hay great video Luke I am planning on doing some fall slash winter sowing myself of course I won't see anything until next season so why not start this year wish me luck I hope everything works out
I received my MI Gardening seeds today!
First time growing celery. I’m experimenting with two methods of cold stratification. I had put one batch of seeds in a little zip lock bag in fridge based on another UA-cam channel instruction, and then I watched your paper towel method on one of your celery specific videos….so I “damp” cold stratified several celery seeds…just got both seed groups in seed starting trays…. Kind of a little experiment 😆
Gonna use your method for lavender next. Thanks for your videos and instruction….congrats on your almost 1 million 🎊
If that doesn't work, try freezing them overnight in the baggie, then a day in the fridge, then a few days in the window or under lights. I got seedlings in 2 weeks this way.
Update: The seeds in the damp paper towel stratification group started germinating in about 6 days and look healthy (and adorable 😆). Still waiting for the just seeds in the fridge group. (Both groups had been placed in fridge for about 4 weeks).
Great video! I store all of my seeds in the fridge, it doesn't matter what they are lol Just out of habit 😂
Well this explains why I can never get lavender to germinate LOL!!! thank you
I love how you broke this down into simple, doable steps that anyone can do. After watching this, I think I will try my hand at starting strawberries from seed. Thank you :)
My Blankity-blank is growing nicely this year!
Countdown to one million subscribers! 🥳🥳😎👍🏻
Well, thank you as well!
Gracias por enseñando y compartir tanta sabiduría que llevas y nos las enseña con tanto amor y muy clara. Dios te bendiga y guíe tu camino.Un abrazo fuerte desde Puerto Rico. Las semillas de Rosas y otras flore que tiene semillas diminutas se puede usar esa Método de Estratificación.Gracias!!!!
Gracia Lucas .
Winter sowing is much more easier. I love it
I forgot to do this to my lavender I started today. I’ll do some with the leftover seeds and see which one turns out lol.
Could you do a video on all the garden veggies that are perennial for your northern climate? I saw the one where you said blue curled scotch kale is perennial and was wondering what else is?
New to your Channel. I want to grow Lavender but never had the luck.
I grew for the first time marshmallow and milk thistle last year without stratification and they did very well. I didn't know they needed to be stratified
congrats from the City of Saline.
Hope the lavander and strawberries I did this year germinate. God bless!