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.
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@dawnmorning2 жыл бұрын
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.
@hopeking35882 жыл бұрын
No wonder I could not get lavender to grow! I did not put them in the freezer!
@dawnmorning2 жыл бұрын
@@hopeking3588 same here
@MaryDavidson9112 жыл бұрын
Thx for the list. I was short on time today so your list helped me skip watching. Thx again!
@dawnmorning2 жыл бұрын
I keep a list and hope you will too...
@chrisblack57952 жыл бұрын
24 hours in the freezer is all you need ...
@FloraM442 жыл бұрын
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!!
@rhyothemisprinceps16172 жыл бұрын
Does the freezer method work faster?
@FloraM442 жыл бұрын
@@rhyothemisprinceps1617 I don't remember if they germinated faster but they appeared to get enough of the cold stratification
@zeldasmith1088 Жыл бұрын
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.
@FloraM44 Жыл бұрын
@@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
@zeldasmith1088 Жыл бұрын
@@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 💯
@tonileigh86602 жыл бұрын
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.
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
It’s amazing the difference it makes. Glad it helped!
@nicolemcmanus26402 жыл бұрын
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.. 😂
@PreciousPatchesFarms2 жыл бұрын
@@MIgardener but why is this information not on your seed packets? It's disappointing.
@ginnysummers70182 жыл бұрын
@@PreciousPatchesFarms, my lavender seeds from MIGardener says must be cold stratified.
@samueleduse Жыл бұрын
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. 🤔
@47retta2 жыл бұрын
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!
@jayroqk30802 жыл бұрын
No wonder I haven't been able to grow strawberries from seed, learn something new everyday!
@bungerburg40822 жыл бұрын
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! 👍😁
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your support! Happy gardening :)
@classycook222goodcook92 жыл бұрын
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.
@brg27432 жыл бұрын
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.
@wordwalkermomma42 жыл бұрын
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!😁
@KimblesTheBrave2 жыл бұрын
Important step you forgot to mention: label the bags with marker or something so you don't forget which seeds are which. 😅
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
You don’t have photographic memory? 😜
@gailntag2 жыл бұрын
“Oh I’ll remember what that is” I get side tracked and have no idea what seeds I started.😳
@gerismakeuplaughs1522 жыл бұрын
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?
@hopeking35882 жыл бұрын
Because mabey they don't know,or the NWO wants us to stave!
@nomanejane57662 жыл бұрын
I bought some seeds of etsy and it said it on mines. But u are right, they should all say it
@EmonyLP2 жыл бұрын
I just threw a bunch of perennial seeds in the ground last October before the freeze and prayed. We'll see what happens!
@lorenville2 жыл бұрын
Did it work??????
@tarynsudhoff88155 ай бұрын
How did it go?
@DescartesDooley2 жыл бұрын
Came for the Cold fusion...stayed for The Cold Stratification
@markwitmer54982 жыл бұрын
I'm 1 in a million!.... Congrats on your channel's success!
@PlantGuild Жыл бұрын
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.
@ceecee-thetransplantedgardener2 жыл бұрын
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!
@williamalexander66582 жыл бұрын
Luke, you deserve every sub, and then some. I appreciate what you do. Thank you!
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
Awe thanks William!
@chrisyoung7322 жыл бұрын
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.
@brendabeaudette-kaim65912 жыл бұрын
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!!❤
@montanaliving47692 жыл бұрын
Have never in 45 years of gardening heard about this so I'm all ears, will share with some others for new subs!
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your support! 🥰
@darleneclark60982 жыл бұрын
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
@cynthiabercaw34625 ай бұрын
Thank goodness for this video! Such a simple method.
@whitneyonthepfarm2 жыл бұрын
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.
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
That will do it. Give this a shot and then watch the magic happen. Good luck!
@lindaborn23362 жыл бұрын
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!
@DavidRexGlenn2 жыл бұрын
I was just searching for tips on this very topic last night. Synchronicity at its best
@Quickfistazor2 жыл бұрын
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!
@debloe9310 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips! I would add - make sure to label your bags so you know what the seeds are!
@bamasher43842 жыл бұрын
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!
@kfg40462 жыл бұрын
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.
@Ultimatefitness3602 жыл бұрын
Hey bro can we do this seed startification in monsoon ??
@KGNAHDEE-a.k.a.PeanutsnCorn9 ай бұрын
CAN YOU COLD STRATIFY STRAWBERRY SEEDS IN THE FREEZER? HAVE YOU EVER TRIED IT? THANKS.
@hollynelson5432 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the lavadaur tip, now I will try this again.
@kaptynssirensong23574 ай бұрын
Hey, your products and apps are awesome! The best place to shop. I just had to say that.
@kimberlyhughes54752 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing! I just bought some of those seeds yesterday! Thanks Luke!
@Autmazing2 жыл бұрын
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.
@kevinellazar98752 жыл бұрын
Yayo! Let's go 1M. Well deserved for one of the best educational gardening videos out there. MIGardener shop is also the bomb.
@amandabottoms12 жыл бұрын
Just planted those Giant crimson tomato seeds I got from you! Super excited to see what comes of them
@Gandoff20002 жыл бұрын
Got my seeds from MIgardner. Excited about my gardening season!
@mneraasen2242 жыл бұрын
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.
@heatherbugnacki66892 жыл бұрын
We appreciate all your garden wisdom, Luke! Thanks to you and your family!
@admirerofcreativity52952 жыл бұрын
Another incredible KZfaq 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 ☺️
@kathycallaghan6792 жыл бұрын
Ah, this explains so many things!! Thank you.
@karswan6 ай бұрын
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.
@kimberlyperkins872 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing!! I was just about to google how to cold stratify lavender!!! Thank you!!!
@zachtbh2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, tomatoes, eggplants, peppers and chillis do not require cold stratification.. Really helpful video on cold stratification 👍
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zach! :)
@dillydilly76932 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on all of the viewers!
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
Thanks to amazing people like you.
@marianhaines79542 жыл бұрын
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!
@terinaleblanc91962 жыл бұрын
Great video Luke. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Gotta go cold stratify now!!
@montanaliving47692 жыл бұрын
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!
@ausfoodgarden2 жыл бұрын
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 👍👍
@isobelmunoffilm56942 жыл бұрын
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 KZfaq 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 🎊
@amommalee91052 жыл бұрын
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.
@isobelmunoffilm56942 жыл бұрын
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).
@thepollinatorspitstop1642 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video, you saved my seeds! Please continue the work you do, it's inspiring.
@kittiew2602 жыл бұрын
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
@Nancy-zk9dj2 жыл бұрын
Don't forget to label the bags! Thanks for the lesson! 🌱❤👍❤🌱
@leahness35882 жыл бұрын
Thanks Luke😁👍❤🙏
@barbaravollmert95082 жыл бұрын
WOWZA!!!!!!! 1 MILLION YOU SO DESERVE IT ,THANKYOU 💖
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@therealz360z72 жыл бұрын
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!
@donnayoung59422 жыл бұрын
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!
@josefinagordon6946 Жыл бұрын
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!!!!
@josefinagordon6946 Жыл бұрын
Gracia Lucas .
@arielmcgillacuddy6640 Жыл бұрын
Winter sowing is much more easier. I love it
@tinabloomfield7228 Жыл бұрын
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 ❤❤❤❤❤
@SKS33Sandra2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This was so informative. I will try it with celery and artichokes!
@sidneehanley15402 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This is such a helpful video!
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it! Happy gardening!
@linannebice62802 жыл бұрын
Not that surprising..your personable and extremely knowledgeable... You've earned it..enjoy the roll
@teresecox41092 жыл бұрын
Very very helpful! Thank you!
@elizabeths1822 жыл бұрын
Oh goodness, perfect timing. Thank you so much.
@deborahtofflemire77272 жыл бұрын
Look forward to seeing you guys.
@emilyunderscoremarie2 жыл бұрын
Well this explains why I can never get lavender to germinate LOL!!! thank you
@bluestar77572 жыл бұрын
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
@jackiehorsley92632 жыл бұрын
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
@p0ln2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the sub numbers, you deserve it
@zeldasmith1088 Жыл бұрын
It's easier to just buy fresh frozen fruit that way it's already been frozen and stratified for you and you can sprinkle it on your soil and lightly cover w/ soil and let the weather in spring handle the rest.
@cheesehead9980Ай бұрын
that’s what i’m trying to do, does this work?? did it work for you?
@zeldasmith1088Ай бұрын
@@cheesehead9980 yes
@mtcountrykid2 жыл бұрын
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.
@jessicabennett8522 жыл бұрын
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.
@ronaldvinsantii23752 жыл бұрын
We heard to put seeds in the fridge and others said freezer, good to know which is a better method. Thanks Luke
@MIgardener2 жыл бұрын
I prefer the fridge honestly. The freezer is a bit overkill.
@marymorris8442 Жыл бұрын
I would not add water to the baggies, especially if one is going to leave the seeds in the fridge until next growing season. I believe it is ok to keep the seeds in the fridge too: like poppy seeds.
@mikemunro29052 жыл бұрын
Well, thank you as well!
@kjrchannel14802 жыл бұрын
My Artichoke seeds germinate at room temperature. However, I will expose Artichoke seedlings to cooler temperatures to trick them into blooming the first year. I have had volunteer Artichokes as well. I like Lemon Balm, although I wish it was a cold hardy perrenial like standard mint. In that regard it is a whimp like Rosemary.
@rdred86932 жыл бұрын
I live in zone 5B, and have Lemon Balm coming up year after year in my raised bed. Huh.
@kjrchannel14802 жыл бұрын
@@rdred8693 I am in 7a/7b and it doesn't matter in ground , or pot and it's dead . The Winter Savory in ground and standard Mints in pots always come back. So you are lucky, or maybe you have a well adjusted variety.
@robinwhitlatch44972 жыл бұрын
I have to dig out lemon balm and oregano every year. They don’t die, it self seeds, grows and spreads everywhere just as bad as mint family. Zone 8b Western Washington.
@kjrchannel14802 жыл бұрын
@@robinwhitlatch4497 I am in 7a/7b it can get below Zero here. This winter 10F to 20F was the average at night.
@robinwhitlatch44972 жыл бұрын
@@kjrchannel1480 it gets cold here to. Must be the varieties. Also had a rosemary that lived 15 years, was pretty big and it died this winter. My oregano and lemon balm have survived 3 feet of snow, below zero temp and still comes back and spreads every year so I keep digging it out. Really wish most of the oregano would die off but nooo. Maybe I should send you some of my oregano and LB I dig out and see if it survives your winter. 🤣
@jenniferrosario14892 жыл бұрын
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
@janetwilliams16542 жыл бұрын
Your video was so helpful thanks! I have a few questions. I am just a bit unsure - after 2-3 weeks plant seeds- in ground or inside? In potting mix? Do I have to see if they have sprouted or just seeds? Off the paper towel? Last time I tried I couldn't get them off without damaging. Thanks for your help😊
@PreciousPatchesFarms2 жыл бұрын
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
@ginnysummers70182 жыл бұрын
My lavender seed packet from MIGardener says to cold stratify.
@PreciousPatchesFarms2 жыл бұрын
@@ginnysummers7018 good to know! My Asparagus doesn't. I have to look at my other seeds
@jimboersma42362 жыл бұрын
Watching video a day after planting asparagus in trays with greenhouse covers and putting under lights. Now they are all outside in the cold hoping that will do it!!
@susanrumble63662 жыл бұрын
Thanks Luke, this has really helped me out. 👍😊🤦♀️
@thetheoryprincess30502 жыл бұрын
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 :)
@bobsnow48902 жыл бұрын
My Blankity-blank is growing nicely this year!
@BaruchHaShem7772 жыл бұрын
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.
@missmartpants22692 жыл бұрын
Hope the lavander and strawberries I did this year germinate. God bless!
@terryglover63612 жыл бұрын
Never heard of this. Thank you.
@eah65357 ай бұрын
Super helpful
@leilanyjuno53132 жыл бұрын
Very helpful tips there, thanks for sharing your experience !
@doowopshopgal Жыл бұрын
Excellent
@sarahdecoste37592 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This explains my st. Johns wort! Going to try your method!
@STEAMLabDenver2 жыл бұрын
Countdown to one million subscribers! 🥳🥳😎👍🏻
@dennisryan75002 жыл бұрын
Great info. Now I know why my lavender did not germinate last year.
@yolandapierce42582 жыл бұрын
Great video! I store all of my seeds in the fridge, it doesn't matter what they are lol Just out of habit 😂
@cecillegagne69002 жыл бұрын
I've never had any luck with the paper towel method. They always mold or don't sprout. I'm trying the cold sewing method with those types of plants this year
@ymehair2 жыл бұрын
You're the greatest! Thanks so much!!
@79PoisonBreaker2 жыл бұрын
I would imagine spinach would appreciate a cold stratification aswell. I hed great success not stratified lemon balm so you mentioning that one surprised me. 👍👍🇨🇦
@annieanderson61122 жыл бұрын
Me too with lemon balm.
@kirkmuffie75422 жыл бұрын
I think lemon balm and cockroaches will be the only things left! Hahaha I can't kill it off if I wanted to.
@MK-np1im2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this video..::excited to try the Strawberry seeds from your shop!
@rebeccaglenn71692 жыл бұрын
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?
@justminifigs2 жыл бұрын
Hey Luke! On the back of my MIGardner Alexandria Strawberry 🍓🍓seed packet its stated to start indoors, cold stratify 5-7 weeks before last frost. Am I supposed to cold stratify these for 5-7 weeks then? Or do I stratify for 2 weeks and then plant indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost. Thanks for all your help and time spent with your videos! Much appreciated 💯💯👊👊
@JamieR20772 жыл бұрын
@12:00 he says add 2-3 weeks (for cold stratification) before the 5-7 weeks on the packet
@justminifigs2 жыл бұрын
@@JamieR2077 Thanks for your reply. I did notice that in the video but wasnt sure if the 2 weeks was already added to the 5-7 weeks on the packet. Its confusing with the way its worded on the packet