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question about seeds in frige

18 years ago

I have several small pots of seeds that I have had in the refrigerator for 4-5 weeks with no sign of germination. These are plants that according to Clothier's website, should be sowed at 41 degrees. My question is, should they be kept in the frige until they sprout or do they ever need to come out and be exposed to more warmth? I have these species:

Campanula cochlearifolia

Edraianthus graminifolius

Gypsophilia cerastioides

Linum capitatum

Oxalis montana 'Rosea'

Scabiosa columbaria

Sedum spathulifolium

Thanks for any advice!

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Peter60
18 years ago
Without going into detail for each seed type optimum method of propagation my advice is to get them out of the fridge immediately and place the pots in a sheltered part of the garden or in an open cold frame to germinate. Protect from heavy rains and possible animal interference.

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vegangirl
Original Author
18 years ago
Peter, thank you for the advice. I have taken them out of the fridge. I do hope the seeds haven't rotted.

Thanks for sharing the link to your website. I think I'm in for a lot of good reading and learning there:-)

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