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Re: Languishing Seedlings

LNCrispell wrote:
> 
> This Spring I started a number of species of Draba and Gentiana.
> The germination was very good (Thanks, Rocky Mountain Rare Plants) and
> they were transplanted into cell packs with no problem.  Since that
> time, however, they simply have not taken off.
> 
> I've given them quarter strength Peters on a periodic basis with little
> noticeable results.  Now I'm afraid that they won't be large enough to
> take through the winter in a coldframe.  Any ideas??


You don't say what zone you are in.  If in a really cold area, try lots
of mulch once winter sets in.  Keep the cold frame covered with snow. 
It's the change in temperature and wind that does the most harm.  Don't
allow the sun to heat up your cold frame in the winter with the cover. 
I'm not an expert on these things, but it seem the sensible thing to do. 
Good luck! :-)
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