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.

@hopeking3588

2 жыл бұрын

No wonder I could not get lavender to grow! I did not put them in the freezer!

@dawnmorning

2 жыл бұрын

@@hopeking3588 same here

@MaryDavidson911

2 жыл бұрын

Thx for the list. I was short on time today so your list helped me skip watching. Thx again!

@dawnmorning

2 жыл бұрын

I keep a list and hope you will too...

@chrisblack5795

2 жыл бұрын

24 hours in the freezer is all you need ...

No wonder I haven't been able to grow strawberries from seed, learn something new everyday!

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!

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.

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!!

@rhyothemisprinceps1617

2 жыл бұрын

Does the freezer method work faster?

@FloraM44

2 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 💯

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!😁

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.

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.

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing the difference it makes. Glad it helped!

@nicolemcmanus2640

2 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.. 😂

@PreciousPatchesFarms

2 жыл бұрын

@@MIgardener but why is this information not on your seed packets? It's disappointing.

@ginnysummers7018

2 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. 🤔

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! 👍😁

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support! Happy gardening :)

Came for the Cold fusion...stayed for The Cold Stratification

I'm 1 in a million!.... Congrats on your channel's success!

Important step you forgot to mention: label the bags with marker or something so you don't forget which seeds are which. 😅

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

You don’t have photographic memory? 😜

@gailntag

2 жыл бұрын

“Oh I’ll remember what that is” I get side tracked and have no idea what seeds I started.😳

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!!❤

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.

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?

@hopeking3588

2 жыл бұрын

Because mabey they don't know,or the NWO wants us to stave!

@nomanejane5766

2 жыл бұрын

I bought some seeds of etsy and it said it on mines. But u are right, they should all say it

I was just searching for tips on this very topic last night. Synchronicity at its best

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!

I just threw a bunch of perennial seeds in the ground last October before the freeze and prayed. We'll see what happens!

@lorenville

2 жыл бұрын

Did it work??????

@tarynsudhoff8815

4 ай бұрын

How did it go?

Have never in 45 years of gardening heard about this so I'm all ears, will share with some others for new subs!

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support! 🥰

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.

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!

Luke, you deserve every sub, and then some. I appreciate what you do. Thank you!

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

Awe thanks William!

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

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!

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.

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.

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

That will do it. Give this a shot and then watch the magic happen. Good luck!

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!

Thank goodness for this video! Such a simple method.

We appreciate all your garden wisdom, Luke! Thanks to you and your family!

Thanks for the tips! I would add - make sure to label your bags so you know what the seeds are!

Thank you for the lavadaur tip, now I will try this again.

Very very helpful! Thank you!

Oh goodness, perfect timing. Thank you so much.

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.

@Ultimatefitness360

2 жыл бұрын

Hey bro can we do this seed startification in monsoon ??

@KGNAHDEE-a.k.a.PeanutsnCorn

8 ай бұрын

CAN YOU COLD STRATIFY STRAWBERRY SEEDS IN THE FREEZER? HAVE YOU EVER TRIED IT? THANKS.

Perfect timing! I just bought some of those seeds yesterday! Thanks Luke!

Very helpful tips there, thanks for sharing your experience !

Ah, this explains so many things!! Thank you.

Thank you! This explains my st. Johns wort! Going to try your method!

Another incredible KZread 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 ☺️

Great video Luke. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Gotta go cold stratify now!!

VERY helpful! Thank you 🌱

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!

Perfect timing!! I was just about to google how to cold stratify lavender!!! Thank you!!!

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!

Thanks Luke😁👍❤🙏

Thanks Luke, this has really helped me out. 👍😊🤦‍♀️

Yayo! Let's go 1M. Well deserved for one of the best educational gardening videos out there. MIGardener shop is also the bomb.

Thank you! This was so informative. I will try it with celery and artichokes!

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!

You're the greatest! Thanks so much!!

Thank you! This is such a helpful video!

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! Happy gardening!

Look forward to seeing you guys.

Hey, your products and apps are awesome! The best place to shop. I just had to say that.

Just planted those Giant crimson tomato seeds I got from you! Super excited to see what comes of them

Thank you so much for this video, you saved my seeds! Please continue the work you do, it's inspiring.

WOWZA!!!!!!! 1 MILLION YOU SO DESERVE IT ,THANKYOU 💖

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Never heard of this. Thank you.

Got my seeds from MIgardner. Excited about my gardening season!

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

Don't forget to label the bags! Thanks for the lesson! 🌱❤👍❤🌱

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.

Not that surprising..your personable and extremely knowledgeable... You've earned it..enjoy the roll

Congratulations on all of the viewers!

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks to amazing people like you.

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

Super helpful

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 ❤❤❤❤❤

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

Thank you for doing this video..::excited to try the Strawberry seeds from your shop!

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.

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.

Excellent

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 👍👍

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.

Great info. Now I know why my lavender did not germinate last year.

Excellent Content ☝🏾☝🏾☝🏾👩🏾‍🌾

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!

I appreciate this

Well, thank you as well!

hay great video Luke I am planning on doing some fall slash winter sowing myself of course I won't see anything until next season so why not start this year wish me luck I hope everything works out

Almost 10K you go Luke!

thanks for this!!

My Blankity-blank is growing nicely this year!

I subscribed 🥳 thanks for all the info

Congrats on the sub numbers, you deserve it

Yeah, tomatoes, eggplants, peppers and chillis do not require cold stratification.. Really helpful video on cold stratification 👍

@MIgardener

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zach! :)

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 KZread 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 🎊

@amommalee9105

2 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.

@isobelmunoffilm5694

2 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).

I received my MI Gardening seeds today!

Great video! I store all of my seeds in the fridge, it doesn't matter what they are lol Just out of habit 😂

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

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 .

Well this explains why I can never get lavender to germinate LOL!!! thank you

Hope the lavander and strawberries I did this year germinate. God bless!

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!!

Winter sowing is much more easier. I love it

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😊

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.

Great

Countdown to one million subscribers! 🥳🥳😎👍🏻

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

@ginnysummers7018

2 жыл бұрын

My lavender seed packet from MIGardener says to cold stratify.

@PreciousPatchesFarms

2 жыл бұрын

@@ginnysummers7018 good to know! My Asparagus doesn't. I have to look at my other seeds

Thank you for showing us how to cold stratify! I have a bunch of perennial flower seeds I am trying your method with this year. Do you have recommendations on how to transfer the seeds from the wet paper towels into the growing medium? Is there a way to do this that allows the seeds to sprout before being transferred? (So less thinning later on is needed?