How to Save Tomato Seeds

Deep South Homestead2 minutes read

The process of saving tomato seeds involves removing the gel coating by fermenting the seeds for 2-5 days, rinsing them, drying them on a paper towel, and storing them airtight for up to four years, as demonstrated by Deep South Homestead.

Insights

  • Labeling containers is crucial when saving seeds from tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggplants to avoid confusion and ensure proper organization.
  • Following the fermentation process for 2-5 days is essential to remove the protective gel coat from the seeds, improving their viability and enabling successful future planting.

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Recent questions

  • How do you save tomato seeds?

    Remove gel coating, ferment, dry, store airtight.

  • How do you save cucumber seeds?

    Remove seeds, dry, store airtight for future planting.

  • How do you save eggplant seeds?

    Remove seeds, dry, store airtight for future use.

  • What is the purpose of fermenting seeds?

    Fermenting removes gel coat for successful seed saving.

  • How long can saved seeds remain viable?

    Up to four years if stored airtight.

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Seed-saving method for tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplants

  • To save seeds from tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggplants, which have seeds encased in a gel inside the fruit, start by labeling a container to avoid confusion.
  • Choose a ripe tomato, like an Amish paste, split it in half, and clean out the seeds by hand, ensuring to remove the gel coating.
  • Place the seeds and pulp in a container with about an inch of water, letting it ferment for 2-5 days to remove the protective gel coat from the seeds.
  • Strain the mixture, rinse the seeds, and spread them on a paper towel to dry, separating any clumps by rolling them between your fingers.
  • Once dried, store the seeds in a labeled packet, ensuring they are sealed airtight to maintain viability for up to four years.
  • This method, demonstrated by Deep South Homestead, allows for successful seed saving and future planting.
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