Re: MEDIT-PLANTS digest 1702
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- Subject: Re: MEDIT-PLANTS digest 1702
- From: A* A*
- Date: Fri, 13 Oct 2000 15:23:12 -0700
Regarding Loretta Gerity Jacobs' message:
>>Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2000 15:00:58 -0700
>>
>>I was able to find STOKESIA in my old SWGB. And it is a
>>perinnial. Doesn't say anything about light requirements. I'll
>>just put it in a container that I can move about.
>>So, new question, does anyone know how to get Wisteria pod/seeds
>>to sprout? Has anyone done this?
>>thanks again,
>>loretta in fairfax
>
>I sprouted my wisteria from seed in soil -- two seeds per pint.
>All of them came up. I was blown away. I kept them under a
>flouescent light for most of the day. Probably 12 hours. The
>light was about 6-8" above the seeds. This kept them warm
>as well as provided light, and of course I didn't let them dry
>out.
>
>If you're having trouble, you may consider pre-sprouting the
>wisteria. Place the seed between two damp paper towels;
>make sure to keep the seed at least an inch or two apart so
>the new roots don't tangle. Roll the towel sandwich carefully
>and place in a plastic bag. The bag should remain open to
>allow just enough air to get inside. Keep the bag on top of
>the water heater, or fridge, or under a flourescent light.
>Peak inside after a few days, if you don't see anything, keep
>checking every day. When the roots fave begun to form in
>earnest, transfer the little guys very gently to soil. They
>should be covered by about a 1/4 to 1/2". Then keep them
>under a light.
>
>Have fun and good luck.
>Ann
>
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Ann Audette
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