I have always wanted an apple tree. The problem is, apple seeds don't just sprout right away. It takes patience. So, about 10 weeks ago, I put a few apple seeds (and peach and cherry pits) into refrigeration. After this period of stratification they should be ready to grow, but I don't want to jump into anything. As a result, I've assigned three apple seeds, two peach pits, and six cherry pits to be my pioneering project. I put them in bowls with a bit of water, to see what will happen to them. If they sprout, I will take out the rest of the seeds. Otherwise, I will put them all in the freezer.
The reason for my uncertainty is that, I just researched the USDA hardiness zone of apples, and apparently the highest frost temperature they take is 35ºF. Since the refrigerator only goes down to about 35ºF, I am worried that I did not store them at a cold enough temperature. I probably should have put them in the freezer, but we'll see what happens; maybe they'll still grow.
PS
It seems that one more strawberry seed sprouted, so now there are five. Although the soil is getting very hard and I am worried they might not make it.
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