Of course, it’s fun to go seed shopping— but it’s not totally necessary if you still have some seeds left over from last year (or even the year before). In fact, if stored properly, most seeds remain viable from two to five years. Keep them in their original seed packets, and store those inside a plastic zipper-top bag.
A few types of seeds, such as corn, carrot, spinach, lettuce, and many herbs, don’t germinate well after 2 or 3 years, but for the most part, you’ll be able to use seeds for a few years minimum.
Read more: How to Tell if Seeds Are Still Good to Plant Before Spring
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