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What Do I Put My Acanthus Seedlings Now?
Simon Anstey
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in Plants
Hi,
Three weeks ago I sowed some acanthus hungaricus seeds in seed trays.
You are meant to keep them for 3-4 weeks at 20°, then put them outdoors for 6-8 weeks (at about –5° to 5°), then they are meant to germinate as spring gets going. At least that is what I understand.
But: My seeds have already germinated (like a Christmas miracle I suppose).
My question is: What should I do with them now?
- If I keep them indoors at 20° they will probably grow too quickly and keel over
- Will they withstand the winter if I put them outside now?
I would appreciate any help. Thank you!
All the best
Simon
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Think I'd put them outside in a cold frame.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
things do germinate quickly if you sow them fresh before they go dormant.
Cold frame sounds a good plan, If you haven't got one, make one or get a cheap and cheerful from one of the GCs or B&Q etc
In the sticks near Peterborough