With people's attention to natural ecology and the pursuit of a green lifestyle, home planting of vegetables and fruits has become a fashion and trend. Seeds are a vital part of the planting process, and the way seeds are preserved and handled is directly related to the growth and development of plants. Some people are Xi to refrigerate seeds in the refrigerator to extend the shelf life of the seeds. So, is it possible for the seeds to germinate after being put in the refrigerator?
Keeping the seeds in the refrigerator can reduce the metabolic rate of the seeds, causing them to go into a dormant state. In the dormant state, the metabolism of the seeds slows down and growth stalls, thus prolonging the shelf life of the seeds. However, this also means that seeds are less likely to germinate in a refrigerated state, as seeds in a dormant state do not undergo growth and development.
Seeds will gradually adapt to cold conditions in a low temperature environment, enhancing their cold resistance. However, this cold tolerance does not mean that the seeds can germinate properly in the refrigerated state, but may cause the seeds to not develop properly or even die.
Proper handling of seeds after refrigeration
Pre-reheat: If you wish to use refrigerated seeds for sowing, it is recommended to remove the seeds in advance and place them at room temperature to preheat. By gradually warming up, the seeds will gradually wake up from dormancy and return to normal growth vitality. In general, the warm-up time should last from a few hours to several days, depending on the type and size of the seeds.
Warm water soaking: For some seeds that are difficult to germinate, warm water soaking can be used to stimulate germination after preheating. Soak the seeds in warm water for a few hours to several days to allow the seeds to absorb water and promote the germination of the seeds. Pay attention to the water temperature should not be too high to avoid seed damage.
Nutrient soil cultivation: Preheated and soaked seeds are sown in soil with sufficient sunlight and suitable humidity for normal maintenance management. Reasonable watering, moderate sunshine and ventilation are conducive to promoting the growth and development of seeds and improving the germination rate.
Combination of multiple methods: For different types of seeds, a combination of methods can be used, such as soaking in warm water after preheating, or special treatment before sowing to improve the germination rate and survival rate of seeds.
After the seeds are placed in the refrigerator, although it may affect the germination of the seeds, it does not mean that the seeds have completely lost their ability to germinate. With proper treatment, the germination rate of the seeds can be improved and the refrigerated seeds can be rejuvenated. Therefore, when using refrigerated seeds for sowing, attention should be paid to preheating, warm water soaking and reasonable cultivation management, so as to achieve better planting results.
In the planting process, every step requires our careful care and attention, and only after our careful care can we harvest fruitful fruits.