How long does pollen last

[Davoduke]

Just trying to cross a few strains and want to keep some pollen any ideas how long does it stay good for and is there anything you can do to make it last longer

[LemonadeJoe]

Pollen Longevity

Ok, I’ve posted before my methods and theories for pollen preservation, and today I have both amazed myself and proven my point… So, back in April we were discussing pollen, and I pulled out a bin of pollen I’ve had stored since 2004-2006. Well, just for the fuck of it, I went and fertilized one bud off each of my best plants, just to see if it still had some kick. Well, today I had to clear one bud out due to mold - (I knew I should have avoided misting it at this density but oh well) and wh…

Collecting and storing pollen

How should I go about collecting and storing pollen? Looking for a good technique to easily collect it. And how long is it good for? I was just reading a guide that said it was viable for about 5 days. That doesn’t seem right if stored under proper conditions.

[SubzeroIceKold]

@Gr0waway_Acc0unt

I’ve saved pollen on cotton swabs (Q Tips) cut in half, and placed in condiment cups with lids. I had some LA Confidential pollen that has lasted almost 10 years so far. I hit up a cross I’ve been working on about a year ago with a cotton swab of pollen, and received hundreds of seeds! I think the key is keeping it dry, no light, and around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

I’m def trying this