ISHS Acta Horticulturae 202: Germination of Ornamental Plant Seeds, XXII IHC
STORAGE AND VIABILITY OF ORNAMENTAL PLANT SEEDS |
| Author: | P.C. STANWOOD |
| DOI: | 10.17660/ActaHortic.1987.202.5 |
| Abstract:
Primary factors influencing seed longevity are moisture content, storage temperatures and seed quality at the time of initial storage. Secondary storage factors, such as available oxygen, pest and pathogen infestation, become increasingly important as primary factors become less favorable. Seed moisture content is by far the most important factor for seeds stored at temperatures above 10 to 15°C. At storage temperatures below 10 to 15°C, moisture content becomes less important in terms of longevity. Significant further improvements in seed storage technology will require basic new knowledge about the nature and control of seed deterioration. | |
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