Seed envelopes
James Waddick (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:25:46 PST)

Dear Friends,

I guess I am a professional when it comes to seed envelopes
because I have purchased and used 10s of 1,000s as co chairman of the
SIGNA Seed Exchange.

Belive me not all envelopes are created equally.

We use 1 3/4 x 2 3/4 in. glassine for its light weight
(makes a big difference if you are sending or storing a lot of
seeds), for its semi transparency, easy of use, ease of seal , low
price, relative availability etc.

Even all glassine envelopes are not equal. Some really cheap
version have a zig-zag, ragged cut opening that makes handling of
seed very difficult. Some packets open along the side, another
problem.

We have seen samples of envelopes from many suppliers. We use
the same envelopes as NARGS and can recommend them.

If you have any questions I'd be glad to give specifics.

We used to use brown paper coin envelopes, but rejected them
early on. As we did to small zip seal plastic packets.

SO if you are serious seed about collecting, storing and sending
seeds, glassine are the things to use. There are some seeds that have
special needs that may not be suited to these standard seed
envelopes, but not many.

Best Jim W.
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Dr. James W. Waddick
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