can seeds from the 80s and 90s still grow or am i just planting hope?

So my coworker handed me a bunch of old seed packets—like, seriously vintage. We’re talking 1988, 1996, and 1998. I couldn’t resist the challenge. I tossed a few into some soil, watered them, and crossed my fingers. I’ve heard that storing seeds in a cool, dry place helps them last, so I figured, why not give it a shot? Watching for sprouts is half the fun. I check every morning, hoping for that first green peek. Even if only a couple make it, it feels like I’m bringing a little piece of the past back to life. It’s wild how gardening can turn something forgotten into a tiny miracle. If you ever find old seeds, don’t toss them—try planting and see what happens! gardening #plantlife #seedstarting #vintagefinds #gardening #plantlife #seedstarting #vintagefinds