Daryl & Julie wrote: > > Anyone know what the germination requirements are for Bletilla striata, > the hardy ground orchid? I've searched the databases and archives > without success. The seed is dust-like and almost microscopic. This is > the first year I'm attempting to grow it from seed. > > Thanks, > Julie Finn > Zone 7/Virginia I think all orchids have to be grown in Agar or something like that. They can't make their own food. Also it ( everything ) must be sterile. Do a search on Alta Vista for ? seed propogating orchids ?.