Re:
- To: s*@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
- Subject: Re: [SG]
- From: P* H*
- Date: Tue, 7 Mar 2000 14:58:22 EST
In a message dated Tue, 7 Mar 2000 2:01:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, "P. Postlewaite" <ppostlewaite@YAHOO.COM> writes:
> I have some primula seed to plant, and I know that I need to chill it
> before planting. Can anyone tell me how cold, and for how long?
>
> Peter
> zone 5
Sow in moist medium and keep at room temp for 3 weeks then move to the fridge for five weeks, this should do it for most of the different Primula. Some do not need as long in the fridge and a few respond better to darkness, so make sure the seeds are covered lightly with medium.
Germination might be erratic over a few weeks. Grow plants cool, not above 70F. Soil temps, preferable around 50 F.
That is the best I can help you with. Maybe some one with more experience can help you if you have the type of primula you are starting.
Paul
