I have never tried to grow them from seed, but last Autumn I collected all the little self-seeded plants; about 3" high from around the garden, potted them in 8" pots several to a pot and kept them in the G/H over winter. I planted the 4 clumps out a month ago and they are just starting to get new growth in the centres. I agree it is still too nippy to see them leap up.
Bonariensis does grow slowly right now....seedligas, young plants and mature plants are only just beginning to quicken in growth.
Only pot on when you see roots at bottom of the tray otherwise leave them for now. However, pot on into small pots when these roots are seen and pot on again when roots are visible. They will grow vigorously very suddenly with greater day length and extra warmth. I add plenty of perlite in compost mix for bonariensis.
Hi, I'm new to the forums so please forgive me if I've asked this question in the wrong area.
I planted V. bonariensis last Spring and they grew brilliantly, however, even though I didn't cut the plants back, there's absolutely no sign of any new growth. Do you think it's still early yet, or, have I lost them? I'm just South of Glasgow if that helps. Any advice would be much appreciated, thank you.
They won't have liked all the wet of last year followed by thelong cold winter W-G. A few have survived in very well drained parts of my garden. The survivors never truly disappear in winter for me. Mostly I find I do better with growing from seed each year.
Thanks nutcutlet, My garden has been especially wet and cold, so I think I'll just replace them with something that's happeir in those conditions. Any suggestions for something of similar stature and good for the buzzies?
Don't be too quick to discard last years. Mine have just started sprouting from the base. I guess we're warmer in Nottingham than Glasgow. Hardy annual seedlings are only just germinating,I guess we're at least a month behind last year.
Hi Verdun, thanks for such great suggestions, just gone and had a look at some aconitums, there's a gorgeous one called stainless steel I might give a try. Being a real novice in the garden, I like the fact that they're hardy, and do pretty well for themselves once established. I can always get some more verbena for another part of the garden, or, if I'm very lucky and mine do actually grow, I could transplant them.
Really appreciate all the help folks, your so friendly on this forum
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I have never tried to grow them from seed, but last Autumn I collected all the little self-seeded plants; about 3" high from around the garden, potted them in 8" pots several to a pot and kept them in the G/H over winter. I planted the 4 clumps out a month ago and they are just starting to get new growth in the centres. I agree it is still too nippy to see them leap up.
Hi, I'm new to the forums so please forgive me if I've asked this question in the wrong area.
I planted V. bonariensis last Spring and they grew brilliantly, however, even though I didn't cut the plants back, there's absolutely no sign of any new growth. Do you think it's still early yet, or, have I lost them? I'm just South of Glasgow if that helps. Any advice would be much appreciated, thank you.
They won't have liked all the wet of last year followed by thelong cold winter W-G. A few have survived in very well drained parts of my garden. The survivors never truly disappear in winter for me. Mostly I find I do better with growing from seed each year.
In the sticks near Peterborough
Thanks nutcutlet, My garden has been especially wet and cold, so I think I'll just replace them with something that's happeir in those conditions. Any suggestions for something of similar stature and good for the buzzies?
"happier" even, lol
Don't be too quick to discard last years. Mine have just started sprouting from the base. I guess we're warmer in Nottingham than Glasgow. Hardy annual seedlings are only just germinating,I guess we're at least a month behind last year.
Okay, thanks fidgetbones, will give them a bit longer. Fingers crossed, touch hairy wood and all that.
Hi Verdun, thanks for such great suggestions, just gone and had a look at some aconitums, there's a gorgeous one called stainless steel I might give a try. Being a real novice in the garden, I like the fact that they're hardy, and do pretty well for themselves once established. I can always get some more verbena for another part of the garden, or, if I'm very lucky and mine do actually grow, I could transplant them.
Really appreciate all the help folks, your so friendly on this forum