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Old 11-11-2006, 06:58 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
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Des Higgins writes

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Hello,I have bought a greenhouse recently and what i want to know is
can i sow seeds now for next spring. Seeds such as Lupins and
Foxgloves. If anyone could tell me which seeds i can sow i would be
very greatful....G.S.


Normally, just wait until Spring (read teh seed packet or just wait until
late march). If you germinate seeds now, most plants will hate you for it
as it will be dank and grim and dark for months.

Primroses are possibly OK now - certainly self-collected ones seem
better sown fresh, ie late summer. Though now might be too late.

Things that need chilling before they'll geminate are another
possibility.

Sweet peas are good sown in autumn, again, I think now might be a bit
too late.

Could use the greenhouse for other things, eg starting pots of bulbs,
giving them a bit of winter shelter without getting them too warm.


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Kay