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Title: How long can seeds in the ground remain viable
Post by: John on May 03, 2021, 11:45
It's wet and windy so I've been researching and found a fascinating study of seed viability that is still running today. It was started in 1879!

How long can seeds in the ground remain viable (https://www.allotment-garden.org/garden-diary/7294/how-long-can-seeds-in-the-ground-remain-viable/)
Title: Re: How long can seeds in the ground remain viable
Post by: GraciesGran on May 04, 2021, 06:42
Looks interesting, will read later.  Am assuming weed seeds last for ever.
Title: Re: How long can seeds in the ground remain viable
Post by: John on May 04, 2021, 09:50
Quote from: GraciesGran on May 04, 2021, 06:42
Looks interesting, will read later.  Am assuming weed seeds last for ever.
Nothing lasts forever.. but I do reckon some weeds may well make it to the point where the universe becomes cold :)