What is the best method of germinating these seeds?
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I start them in pots small ones in my hobby greenhouse on heat mats im sure you don't have to go through all that but it works for me huge success rate
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You place the disks one in each section of the tray, wet the soil, (leave the fabric intact). When soil is moist use a spoon and "dig a small hole for the seeds. Drop the seeds in the hole and cover with the dirt you removed or moved. Place in a warm sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not dripping wet and wait for the seeds to sprout. It takes about a week for the seeds to grow. Some will come up sooner than 7 days.
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They are air dried in the pits at low heat and then shelled. Does that info help? I have not tried to sprout them.
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As long as the rapid rooter is still moist just plant the seed directly into it. If it has dried out give it a quick soak. 5 minutes should be more than enough. Do NOT prestart the seeds on a paper towel. That is literally a grade three science project, not how any serious gardener/farmer would ever do it. Put them under lights immediately, even though the seeds haven't started yet. That will speed germination and prevent stretching when they do sprout. Leafy greens and herbs 12h/ day, tomatoes/peppers/the other thing 18h/day. NEVER 24h/day. Start with the Fluorescent light 3-4 inches above the rooters and let the seedlings grow up to 1-2 inches. raise the lights to maintain 1-2 inches distance.
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I had surprising success with using MiracleGro potting soil and a heating pad. Kept the growing medium slightly damp and there was germination in no time! I'm growing three little trees in my unheated greenhouse right now with so-so success. Plan to try another batch next spring. I'll transplant those outside once the danger of frost has passed.
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They are not too difficult compared to Chamomile, Epazote or Creeping Thyme on a windy day!.. lol You can mix the seeds with a handful of potting compost, dry silty earth, or sand to help you. Although those methods are best for broad-casting seeds you can still get good results for rows or scattering into flats. Hope this helps?
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I am not sure but the seeds don't come in a package as pictured. They come in a clear zip lock baggie with a photocopied paper inside that says you need to soak the seeds in the refrigerator for a month before planting.
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I placed mine in a plastic rectangle tray to make it easier to water them. They made for seed germination so they need to be kept moist and warm. They will stand-up alone, but will dry-out quickly if exposed to wind/breeze or warm temperatures constantly. It's best to put them in sometime and keep just a little water in the bottom to maintain moisture.
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These are great to start seeds, or to root clones taken from another plant. As with any plant, it will require water and air to the roots. So these should be moist, and you can soak them until bubbles stop rising from them. Two minutes covered in water should have them ready to use. They can sit in a tray with a little water in it. You can decide if you will need a clear dome to keep moisture in. These will also make you an incredible lover!
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Every single one of mine germinated. Proper soil maintenance is needed. Start by mixing 1/3 parts compost with 2/3 soil and then every month or two (depending on how much you use) use a fertilizer food to maintain nutrients.
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For best germination: only cast the seeds on the surface. See planting details at http://www.seedaholic.com/lobelia-erinus-compacta-rosamond.html
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Hi, Brandie, sorry you're having difficulty opening the PDF Planting, Sprouting and Storing Guide. You may just have a very slow Internet connection. You don't really have to do anything to the seeds before planting them. Just follow the guidelines that are presented in the guide. Proper soil temperature, proper depth and spacing is all you need to pay attention to. If you want your seeds to germinate quickly, you can soak them before planting them into the ground or a pot. If you decide to soak your seeds to speed up the germination process, you just fill a bowl about 2-3" deep with lukewarm water. Then place the seeds into the water for 24 hours. I don't leave them for any more than 48 hours as you can drown them. I really recommend 24 hours. After you soak them you should plant them right away...the same day you remove them from the water is best.
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you should provide heat under the seeds to get them to germinate. Then I recommend a grow light until they can be put outside. let mother nature do the rest. As seeds, they should be kept moist, not wet. Frequency is determined by the seed pods themselves. I spray mine everyday.
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Not sure as we just laid ours out using the trench method and they are just beginning to germinate.
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Put the seed in warm water and let them soak overnight. Then plant them about 1/4" below the surface of the soil. Wet the soil thoroughly. Cover the pot with clear foil and allow to stay in a warm place until the seeds sprout. Remove the foil and let them grow. It will take many months of growing, trimming to get a well shaped bonsai tree, but it is worth it in the long run. I plant the seeds a few at a time over several months so I have plants at different stages over the year.
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I would recommend spacing the seeds at least 1-2 inches apart. Some gardeners put about three seeds per hole and then thin them out later. I tried seeds from Zziggysgal this year for the first time, and I am pleased with the germination. They're doing very well. I also liked the informative pamphlet they provide with the seeds explaining various uses.
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I placed mine in a bucket and let them swell up as they were saturated with water to get them started, then watered them once per day after putting seeds in them. Not much water.