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Re: Rose Mallow seed propagation

>Martha inquired as to the propagation of Hibiscus moscheutos, the
>Rose-Mallow.
>
>Fresh seed works best. Dry stored seed will germinate better if kept cold
>during storage.
>Sow at 70-80F (21-27C)  Sow as you would any typical perennial or annual.
>No mention in the literature regarding requirement for dark or light for
>germination to occur, therefore I usually cover lightly to keep seed moist
>or else cover seed flat with plastic to keep humidity up.   Usually started
>in Jan-Feb for earliest bloom outdoors the first year.
>
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>> From: GJM <jurij@erols.com>
>> To: seeds-list@eskimo.com
>> Subject: Rose Mallow
>> Date: Tuesday, January 21, 1997 10:04 AM
>> 
>> Need information pertaining to the propogation of perennial hibiscus
>> "Rose Mallow" with seeds.  
>> 	
>> I normally propogate by division, but would like to raise my own
>> seedlings.  Tried in the past without any success!
>> 
>> Would appreciate any input.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Martha




That's interesting.  Tried propagating Rose Mallow seeds I had gathered on
year and had no success.  Maybe the seed could be refrigerated prior to sowing.

Have had success germinating Shooting Star Hibiscus seed--no problem at all. 

They will readily reproduce when their seeds fall on the ground if the area
is undisturbed.
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