Hands in the Soil

28. 5 Fun Facts About Seeds

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In today’s mini episode, we explore some fun facts about seeds! Each tiny seed holds within it the blueprint for life—whether it's a plant, a tree, or even an entire ecosystem— and I wanted to highlight some interesting information that I’ve learned over the years. 


Tune in to learn more about… 

  • The shelf life of seeds and how “dormant seeds” work 
  • The story of the 2000-year-old date seed
  • Why wildfires are ecologically important 
  • How seeds adapt to extreme climate factors 
  • The importance of seed saving 
  • The surprising truth about apples, coconuts, and potatoes 
  • ... And more!


    • Resources Mentioned: 

    • Episode 18: Let’s Talk GMO’s 


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        Hands in the SoilBy Hannah Keitel