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(David Efflandt) wrote in message ...
On Wed, 27 Oct 2004 00:04:13 GMT, OK wrote:
Is it possible to save an opened bag of grass seed for next spring? If so,
how would you store it over the winter?

As long as you keep the seed dry and where the mice cannot get at it, it
should be fine. I grew snap peas this year from seeds I bought years ago.
Seeds were found in the pyramids of Egypt that could still germinate.

The suggestion of another reply to keep them moist or in water was silly.
As long as they remain dry, they should be able to sprout when they are
planted and remain moist.

In general, if done correctly, grass can be stored for a couple of
years and still have good germination rates. Store it where it is
cool and dry. I store it in the basement inside a garbage can. I put
one of the chemical dampness remover jars that you can find at Walmart
or boat supply stores inside to lower the humidity.

One other issue is if the grass is endophyte enhanced. If it is, the
endophyte, which is a fungus, only lasts several months. The grass
will still grow, but the endophyte protection will be lost.