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Billarderia

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by Michael Hewett, Sep 14, 2018.

  1. Michael Hewett

    Michael Hewett Total Gardener

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    Sorry if this is in the wrong place but I can't find where else to put it.
    I have been given some Billarderia seeds. Can someone please advise me on how to sow them, eg should I put them in a propagator, etc.
    Thank you.
     
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    Fresh seed germinates well, older seed can be slow at best.
    Surface sow with a thin covering of vermiculite over the seed. Cool room (about 15°c) in a light spot but not direct sun.
     
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      Thanks, I'll do that.
       
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      You can buy fine grade vermiculite which is ideal from Poundshop.
       
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      Thanks, I've got some but I'll try to get the fine one you suggest. Is poundshop the name of the shop ? I don't think I've seen any around here only Poundland and Poundworld. I'll try those when I go to the town .
       
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      Yup, I get it in Poundland.
       
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