> I obtain the seeds from Thompson & Morgan, a general mail-order seeds =
> company. I exactly follow the instruction as indicated on the seed =
> packet, but somehow, I still fail to sprout any seed during my last four =
> attempts. The instruction is very simple: "Sow in trays, pots, etc of =
> good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum =
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here's the problem I think. As Bob pointed out, stratification is
advisable, but also a suitable compost. You'd do better with 2:1
moss peat:sand, which will better recreate natural conditions.
Regular seed compost is loaded with nutrients which Sarras don't
want and can't cope with.
> temperatrue of 75-80F (25-27C) - Surface sow on a peaty compost and keep =
> compost slightly moist. - Sow at any time of year. - Germination usually =
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Stand the pots in an inch or two of rainwater so that they are quite
a bit more than slightly moist would be better advice.
Happy growing,
Peter
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