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Re: blue nasturtium propagation help



> 
> I dont know of azurem, but I will assume it is as easy as majus
> 

Not likely, unless you mean grow as a [VERY short-lived] annual!

This is a species from "arid Andean foothills" of Chile.
"Needs a minimum winter temperature of at least 7C, a dry atmosphere, and
as much winter light as possible.  tubers must be kept warm and dry when
dormant" -- AGS Encyclopedia of Alpines.

>From which I assume a winter-green life cycle with summer rest, and given 
the stated needs, it would be most successful managed with a collection
of tender cactus/succulents: supplemental heat and light, low humidity.

The germination requirements are pretty close to those stated [below]. I 
think Tropaeolums in general need to germinate in dark [buried at least 
1/2 inch, even better in a dark room], and at fairly warm temperatures.

Loren Russell, Corvallis, Oregon

> 65-70F 81-21C
> Lighting C-cover
> Days to Germinate 10-14
> Days sowing to transpalnt: Since nasturtiums resent transplanting, sow
> direct to final containers, such as peat pots, or place directly into
> the garden or flower bed.
> Growing on temp: 65-68F 18-20 C
> etc.......
> 
> -- 
> Duncan McAlpine, Federal Way, WA
> Why buy plants when you can grow them yourself.....?
> http://www.eskimo.com/~mcalpin/
> http://www.eskimo.com/~mcalpin/pumkin.html
> 
>
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