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Hellebore seed propagation

Hellebore seed propagation

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Hi
Has anybody got any advice on growing hellebores from seed,
Is it best to plant seed in pots or trays and what type of soil?
I've just received some Helen ballads seeds and hoping to get some success.
Many thanks kevin



Posted: Monday 1st of April 2013 09:08 AM

  • Re: Hellebore seed propagation

    Kathy N
    Hi, Kevin,
    For Helleborus, it is best to sow seed in a cold frame as soon as they are ripe. So, I am assuming yours are ready to go. Sow in large(ish) pots in a loam-based seed compost. You can also use a peat of coir-based compost. Firm compost gently. Sow the seeds (in a 12.5cm pot, you can evenly sow 20-21 seeds). Cover with a very shallow layer of grit or pea gravel. Then water well. Hellebore seeds can take a long time to germinate - sometimes 6-18 months or more. The fresher the seed, however, the better the chances are that your seeds will germinate faster.
    All the best,
    Kathy C
    Replied: Tuesday 2nd of April 2013 05:19 PM
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