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Jul 25, 2014 1:50 PM CST
Name: Jan Wax
Mendocino County, N. CA (Zone 9a)
I'm a semi-retired studio potter.
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I think it would be fun, Bonnie. I've always had a problem discarding gifts - even from bees!

Looking through past iris forums threads, I found a very clear answer to my question from Paul 2032 in a thread from a year ago.
I've re-printed it here in case anyone else is wondering what to do with beepod seeds:

"Lori...there are many methods.....In October If I had the seeds I would soak them for several days in luke warm water, rinsing often. I would then put them in a damp paper towel and in turn put that in a sealable plastic bag. Then into the vegetable keeper of the refrigerator for 2-3 months Some time after the first of the year pot them up with some good seedling potting mix and water well, You may be surprised when you open the packet to find them germinating. Put the whole works in a plastic bag or cover with saran and put in a warm place. Watch for the little green leaves to appear and then move to a sunny window or under good light. Keep them growing with mild fertilization until the weather is appropriate to line them out. About the time you would plant tomatoes in your area. You could also harden them off a little before planting out by setting the pot outside for a few days if weather allows. Bring in if it gets cold. After you have planted them out continue to take care of them. You may see bloom the next season"

I found his answer to be do-able for me, since his suggestion, unlike a video I saw, wouldn't take up much room in the fridge!
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