Re: Aconitum
- To: s*@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
- Subject: Re: [SG] Aconitum
- From: P* H*
- Date: Fri, 2 Mar 2001 01:22:46 EST
In a message dated 03/01/2001 3:02:44 PM Central Standard Time,
jshields@INDY.NET writes:
<< I received seeds for three Aconitum varieties, including A. pulchellum
pulchellum. How does one handle them to get good germination? Do Aconitum
seeds have a good "shelf life"? I've never tried them before, but I
supposed that they would be suitable for the edge of a woodland garden.
Any advice will be appreciated.
Jim >>
If you have to store the seeds store them cold. 35-29F.
Aconitum XXXXX - Sow in a bag with moist seed mix and keep at 70ºF for 3 wks,
then place in the fridge for 4 wks, move to F 55 were germination will occur
in 1-4 weeks. Or sow out side for germination next spring.
Here is what I use-but many times if you sow the seeds into a pot and seal
them up in a plastic bag and keep them at 45-60F, they will germinate in two
to five weeks.
The seedlings should be grown out cool for the first few weeks.
Paul
