When it comes to packaging, it’s not just about looking good — it’s about keeping genetics alive. Flashy tins and shiny labels might catch attention, but if they don’t protect the seed, what’s the point? For us, packaging is about function first. We want the seed to reach you in the same condition we pulled it from our drying rack — viable, stable, and ready to explode with life.
How We Do It at Renegade Seed Co.
At Renegade Seed Co. (RSC), we don’t cut corners. We use screen-printed Mylar bags made in China, sealed tight with plastic mini tubes, and we’ve recently started adding silica gel balls to every pack. That’s to lock out moisture and lock in freshness.
We don’t just talk long-term storage — we live it. We’ve got three lab fridges running full time (and they aren’t cheap), because we believe seed stability starts with us, not you. Every pack is hand-sorted and inspected five times before it leaves our building.
If your seed pack comes from us, it’s been through it. From selection to storage, we’ve done our part. All of this is about locking in viability, germination rate, and vigour — the stuff that really counts. Especially after all the work and love that went into making the seeds in the first place. No corners cut. Just clean, ready-to-pop genetics, packed right.
Silica: The Unsung Hero
Moisture is silent but deadly. That’s why we include silica — either gel packs or loose silica balls — in every sealed tube. It keeps humidity in check and preserves the life inside the seed.
You can recharge it too. Sunlight or a short blast in the microwave on low — keeps it working long-term.
How to Store Seeds Right
- Cool, dry temps (4°C – 11°C)
- No light exposure
- Zero moisture
Best setup? A lab fridge. Next best? An airtight container in the fridge drawer. A cool, dark cupboard will also do the job — as long as the conditions stay stable.
Retail Reminder
Seeds aren’t candy. Don’t put them under shop lights or on the counter. Use dummy packs for display. The real stock should stay cold, dark, and sealed.
Packaging That Actually Works
Mylar Zip Bags
We use custom screen-printed versions. They’re lightproof, moisture-resistant, and stealthy, but not crush-proof. That’s why we always pair them with a mini tube inside — no loose seeds, ever.
Plastic Mini Tubes with Silica
The backbone of our packs. Crush-resistant, airtight, and packed with silica balls. Pairs perfectly with our Mylar bags or metal tins for full protection.
Glass Vials with Silica
Used for certain drops. Premium feel, airtight, and moisture-safe — but transparent, so they must be packed inside something like Mylar or a tin to keep light out.
LA Containers
Flat and compact. Works fine as an inner container as long as it’s sealed inside something protective.
Blister Packs
Retail-friendly and tamper-proof — but often backed with cardboard, which pulls in moisture. Not suitable for fridges or long-term storage.
Paper Envelopes
Light, cheap, and compostable — but not protective. These are for freebies or short-term use, not serious storage.
Metal Tins
Great outer packaging for collector drops. But on their own? Not enough. Always needs an internal tube or vial and preferably silica inside.
What to Use — and What to Skip
| Packaging | Best For |
|---|---|
| Mylar Bags | Outer layer — must include tube or vial inside |
| Mini Tubes | RSC standard — used with Mylar or tins |
| Glass Vials | Boutique option — only with light-blocking outer wrap |
| LA Containers | Compact inner — works with proper outer protection |
| Blister Packs | Retail display — short-term only |
| Paper Envelopes | Samples and promos — not for long-term storage |
| Metal Tins | Collector drops — only with internal sealed vial |
Bottom line?
We’ve done everything we can to get seeds to you in top condition — clean, sorted, sealed, and stored cold. From our side, it’s locked in. You just need to store them right, pop them when ready, and let them show what they’re made of.