Seeds Floating Question

AlittleSalt · July 12, 2015

I could have put this in the Misc. section, but it is a General question. I know it has been answered before, because I asked, but I don't remember the answers. Living in constant pain does that to you.

When soaking seeds to be planted, there are usually some seeds that sink and some that will float. In seed saving, those that float are not viable. The picture below shows Emerald Okra seeds from Ferry~Morse. I put them in a tub of water so I can plant them this evening. As you can see, some floated and some did not.

My question isn't just about the okra seeds - it's about seeds in-general. Are floating seeds not viable?

Gardeneer · July 12, 2015

The sinkers are the choice seeds. The floaters also may germinate but might not produce as healthy and strong plants. It is just like breeding farm animals. Stronger parents can producer better off springs. The same is true about seeds of anything. JMO

Gardeneer

AlittleSalt · July 12, 2015

Okay, that's just a cool picture

Thanks Gardeneer

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Gardeneer Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: NC - zone 8a - heat zone 7 Posts: 4,916	The sinkers are the choice seeds. The floaters also may germinate but might not produce as healthy and strong plants. It is just like breeding farm animals. Stronger parents can producer better off springs. The same is true about seeds of anything. JMO Gardeneer