Helleborus Orientalis-Hybr ‘Double Ladies Mixed’ seeds – (Double Lenten Rose)

Description

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This is a wonderful mix of double flowered plants in shades of whites, yellows, pinks, reds and purples. They make an excellent cut flower, and make a very attractive plant in the garden.  Plant them in groups for maximum efffect.

Note : 6 Seeds in packet 

Sowing advice

Sow at any time. Sow in trays or pots. Sow onto moist well-drained seed raising mix. Cover with a fine layer  of mix. Place the pot into a plastic bag and seal to retain moisture. Propagate at 18-20°C for 8 weeks. After this, keep at   4 deg C for 8 weeks. Fridge works well for upper North Island. Germination starts at 4 deg C and can be erratic, taking between 30 – 180 days. Gradually raise the temperature to 10 deg C.until germination is complete . Inspect regularly and pot up any germinated seeds immediately. Keep in a well lit place but out of direct sun.