Cramer 550/Meisner 299


Well, folks, I am on the way.  I started two seeds last night/this 
morning, one of which will grow in my current Alexandria garden.  First 
I carried the two seeds around all day and talked to them and meditated 
with them.  Next, I filed the edges.  Then... I really like the bubbling 
idea, but I have no old fish tank aerators AND my kids really want to be 
involved in the project... so I put each seed in a glass of tepid water, 
gave each kid a straw, and said, "Now, blow."  They were probably good 
for 20 minutes or so, between giggles.  Then the seeds sat in the water 
in the germination chamber (86-88 degrees) overnight.  This morning, 
into the ziplocks with damp paper towels.

I find it fascinating that each of these seeds seems to have a distinct 
personality.  The 550, I swear, is a friendly seed.  It is a rich color, 
the edges filed off beautifully, in water it seemed to react 
immediately, fluffing up a little and the color got even brighter.  This 
seed has been cooperative at each step, and I think it is going to pop 
really fast and grow enthusiastically. 
    Now that 299 on the other hand...  Whew.  It made me work.  It is 
smaller and paler...  But it is real full and solid feeling - it's clear 
that it has a lot substance to it, but take filing, for instance.  The 
edges of that seed are like molded plastic!  They wouldn't file!  I kept 
working and working and finally gave up.  It was just too tough.  In 
water, it just sat.  No fluffing, no color change.  I'm not sure if it 
expected me to build a little dome for it or what!   Overnight?  No 
noticeable change.  There are no deer in my basement, so I know that's 
not a problem.   I'm not sure what to expect from this seed!

I will probably start seeds in another week or so for my Dad...  Lessee, 
so far there is a LaRue, a Wiberg, a Wallace and an Eaton on the list.  
I wonder how those seeds will behave!?

Beth 

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