How Do You Collect Seeds From Zucchini Squash?
Saving seeds for next year’s garden is an age-old tradition and good gardening practice. By saving seeds from your best plants, you’ll be ensuring great-tasting zucchini for the following year. Collecting seeds is a simple process that even amateur gardeners can learn. Choose a zucchini squash for seed collection from a plant that has produced good, flavorful fruits. Avoid bitter fruits, those from the very end of the harvest or fruits from plants that do not appear to be completely healthy. Cut open the zucchini and use a spoon to scrape the seeds into a bowl. Wash if necessary but do not soak the seeds. Remove any seeds that do not appear to be in good condition. Dry the seeds naturally, by spreading them on paper towels, in a dry place, avoiding contact with moisture or excessive heat. It will take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks for the seeds to dry completely. Once dried, store the seeds in paper bags or envelopes in a cool, dry place. They should keep for a few years if n
