Re: HYB: Chlorophyl Challenged Seedling

In a message dated 11/14/2006 5:00:41 PM Eastern Standard Time,  
MryL1@msn.com writes:

I'm more  interested in trying to save it, just to see if I can, than
because I think  it's in any way precious.


I've run into this several times over the years with various  beardless Iris 
species' seeds. They interested me especially because I have  a fondness for 
white variegated foliage of various genera.
 
After the first instance I did not try to save the seedlings, other than  
protecting from too much rain, for they have been water  sensitive; however, at 
some point around an inch, each just stopped  growing, and rotted away. I have 
understood that they were  probably incapable of making food.
 
I germinate the preponderance of my Iris seeds by leaving them exposed  to 
the elements. I plant in pots of wholly organic matter, around  Thanksgiving. 
There is some thought that decomposing organic matter  produces chemical 
stimulants which may be beneficial, or even necessary,  for germination. I leave the 
pots on the open porch, covered by a  lattice bottom nursery flat to deter 
birds and urban possums. Betimes  they germinate in April. 
 
Cordially,
 
Anner Whitehead
Richmond VA USA USDA Zone 7--Where the sasanquas are in full glory, the  
ginkgo is golden, and the pansies are showing why they are called  "Heartsease."

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