Saving Lupine Seed

Answering your gardening questions!

"Do you have any tips for harvesting seeds? My lupine is done blooming and I want to save the seeds and plant them in the fall. Ty!"

Seeds from pods, such as peas, beans, lupine and larkspur, should be harvested from pods that are completely dry. The seeds will rattle inside the pod. Remove them from the plant and dry them at least two weeks before shelling.

They should be stored dry in a cool location, and preferably in an air tight container. Put the seeds in a small paper envelope or wrap in paper. Label the envelope with the name of the plant and the date you collected the seed. Place the envelopes in a glass jar or air tight plastic container. To keep the seed dry, it is a good idea to put a desiccant in the jar to absorb moisture from the air. The small packets of desiccants often found in shoe boxes are perfect.