Re: Sempervivum

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• Date: Tue, 25 Mar 1997 00:27:17 +0100
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At 12:38 24.03.97 PST, Duncan McAlpine wrote:
>To get the tread back on track....
>
>Sempervivum: I have never tried to germinate this species from seed. I have
>propagated this plant by division. Has anyone tried it by seed? What is
>the precent of success?
>
>Germination: 70-80F
>Days: 14-168
>Soil: Sandy Loam
>Sow on surface

Sempervivum germinates quite well. The seeds are very small, so don't cover
them. The Semp. seeds I have tried germinated in around 1 week in 18-22
C/65-72 F. I have tried Sempervivum calcareum, Sempervivum grandiflorum,
Sempervivum grandiflorum montanum  and several hybrids and mixes. The
germination percent have been from 50 to 90 I think. Remember to be careful
with watering, Sempervivum prefers a very well drained media, even as seedling.
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