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pot spacing the seeds out so that each has maximum space and cover with a thin layer of compost 1/8in (3 mm). Water gently after sowing with a fine rose or mist spray and cover the seed container with a sheet of glass or cover with a polythene bag and seal with an elastic band. Turn the glass daily and remove once the seedlings have germinated. Ensure that the compost stays moist and not wet. Temperature It is essential that a steady warm soil temperature is maintained 70-75F (21 -24C) is best and at this temperature the seedlings can emerge in 3-21 days. One important factor in successful germination of geraniums is constant moisture in the early stages. If the seed starts to germinate and the delicate young root comes in contact with dry compost it will probably not survive. Once the plants have germinated the temperature can be reduced somewhat but the growing on temperature will influence the date of flowering. Aftercare Transplanting Two moves should be made; first prick out into boxes as soon as the seedlings can be handled, which may be as early as 7-10 days after sowing; second 5-6 weeks after sowing, pot up into 3-4in (10cm) pots. In each case use a light, well drained potting compost and water in gently. Temperature After pricking out, maintain an air temperature of 65F (18C) at night and 70F (21C) during the day. Keep at these levels until 1 -2 weeks after potting (to encourage rooting) after which it should G R O W I N G I N F O R M A T I O N be gradually reduced, until at approximately 6-8 weeks after potting, the night temperature is 55-60F (13-15C). During the day, the temperature can be allowed to rise to 70-75F (21-24C). Lower growing temperatures are quite acceptable but the plants will take longer to develop. To get flowers in early July the temperature can be reduced to 65F (18C) after germination (or pricking out if applicable) and two months after sowing reduced again to 45F (7C). It is impossible to be entirely definite about this timing because varieties vary in their natural rate of maturity and light levels also play a significant part. Spacing Always give the plants adequate space to give good air circulation and to ensure healthy growth. Ensure that there is a space between each plant and that leaves are not touching. (You should aim for 3-4, 4in (10cm) pots per square foot or 5-6, 3in (7.5cm) pots per square foot). Water and Food Geraniums need regular feeding while in growth, or small hard plants with yellowed leaves will result. Commence regular feeding with liquid fertilizer 3-4 weeks after transplanting. Likewise care should be taken with watering, they will suffer if kept over wet but too little water will slow down the growth and delay flowering. Autumn Sowing Recent research at a government research station has revealed another successful approach. Now that heating equipment is more sophisticated and insulation and other heat saving techniques have improved so much, there is an argument for sowing seed in autumn and growing through the winter very cool. <strong>Seed</strong> is sown in October, when ambient temperatures are still fairly high so fuel costs are reasonable, and then grown right through the winter and spring at 45F (7C). This system saves a little on fuel compared with January sowing but produces earlier flowering and better W W W . M C K E N Z I E S E E D S . C O M 21
G R O W I N G I N F O R M A T I O N plants. Flowering time is more comparable with plants grown from January sowing but kept at higher temperatures. Whichever method is chosen, regular feeding is necessary as is attention to disease control, especially on overwintered plants. Autumn sown plants should be watered by hand to avoid over Several herbs can be grown in a hanging basket, window box and even on a sunny well lit windowsill with just a little extra care. Sow them at any time from February to early August, raise them in the usual way and prick out into 3in (7.5cm) pots of a good free draining seed compost. Some herbs like Chives can be left as they are without pricking out at all, as they are happy when crowded together: Make sure that the pots are always in a good light and reasonably cool. A regular mist spray will help to keep them fresh during the summer; when they will need watering regularly. When growing well give them a treat with a weak liquid feed. During the winter, watering should be done sparingly, so that the plants just keep ticking over: Pick the foliage sparingly from spring to late summer and pluck a few sprigs throughout the winter too. Following are some of the herbs that do well on a windowsill. 22 Herbs wet compost in the winter months when growth is slow. Of course, if you are overwintering young seed raised plants, you can utilize the warmth to keep fuchsias, regal pelargoniums and other tender perennials through the winter and so make the best of your insulation and fuel. Basil - a sun lover; excellent for pasta sauces. Grow in the best available light. Chives - has a mild onion flavour; it will tolerate a little shade. Snip off the top - couple of inches with scissors. Marjoram - an all purpose herb also known as Oregano, likes full sun. Pick the leaves at the top of the plant just before it flowers. Parsley - will tolerate a little shade, sow in spring for summer use and in August / September for winter use. Thyme - an attractive low growing herb to grace any windowsill. Its strongly fragrant leaves are excellent fresh or dried. It prefers plenty of light and should not be overwatered.
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dependable performance in many type
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dried flower displays. Fresh flower
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GARDENING ACCESSORIES • 6" Copper
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ORGANIC SEEDS CERTIFIED ORGANIC BY/
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GUSTO ITALIA BASIL • BASILIC •
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ALPINE ALYSSUM Alyssum Alpine displ
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weeks from May to July for a succes
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Parsley Single Hardy Italian 101475
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Snow Pea Snowflake 101525 Stir Fry
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Squash Butternut 101624 Winter Vari
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sweet peas. They climb up a seven f
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MOLES If you are having problems wi
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