BUTTERFLY MILKWEED MIX
DELUXE 4 Species Perennials Monarch Host Non-GMO 100 Seeds
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FAST FACTS
GROWING & Cold
Stratifying MILKWEED
Understanding Milkweed
(Asclepias) Seed & Germinating (There are many videos on YouTube teaching
this)
Germination: To start
Milkweed seed we recommend starting inside, but before this happens Milkweed
seeds need to go through a cold stratification period. Cold stratification is
very important for the germination and growth of Milkweed. It helps break the
seeds natural dormancy cycle. To do this, we recommend placing Milkweed seed in
a damp paper towel or damp sand in a zip lock bag and place in your fridge for
3 – 6 weeks (30 days). Place in an area of the fridge, where it won’t get
damaged. We taped ours to the bottom of a refrigerator shelf.
Growing Indoors
Planting In Spring: Once
the 30 days are complete, it’s time to plant the cold stratified Milkweed
(asclepias) seeds. We recommend planting in 2-4” peat pots. Fill peat pots ¾ of
the way with seed starting potting soil and gently add water. Water should be
able to drain through the peat pots. Once the soil is damp, place 1-2 cold
stratified seeds into each pot. To finish, place 1/4 inch of soil on top of the
seed.
Planting In Fall: If
you're planting Milkweed seed in the fall, let nature do the cold
stratification for you! There is no need to place your seeds in the
refrigerator before planting, you can plant seeds directly into the soil after
there have been a few frosts in your area. This allows for the seeds to remain
dormant for the winter and come up in the early spring. Clear away any existing
growth and using your index finger to measure, create 1.5" holes for each
Milkweed seed. We recommend spacing seeds about 4-6” apart. Place a seed in
each hole and cover. Water thoroughly.
Watering: Gently water
the planted seed to give additional hydration. The best way to water is from
the bottom up. Use a flat pan under the peat pots and add a half inch of water
to the bottom of the tray. Don’t over water as it can cause fungus. Water every
day or every other day as needed, the best way to test the soil dampness is to
touch it. If the soil seems dry then add water; if it’s wet, wait for the soil
to dry out to water.
Light Requirements: For
the next few weeks, make sure the Milkweed is either in a sunny window, in a
green house or under a grow light. Milkweed needs lots of sun and warmth to
grow. If you’re using a grow light, make sure to lower the bulb closer to the pots
or your seedlings may become leggy, as they stretch to the light. In our
experiment, this happened to us. Ideally a sturdier stem is better. Cold
stratified seeds should germinate and sprout within 10-15 days once planted. In
total Milkweed from the day they are cold stratified to growth can take 40 plus
days, so be patient!
Other planting options:
Place dry seed (not stratified) in seed starting soil and plant in peat pots
under a grow light or in a greenhouse to germinate seeds. The success rate for this
is low and more difficult to accomplish. If you choose to use this option it
can take months for the seeds to germinate.
If you are planting seed
outside, we suggest seeding in late fall, and let the Milkweed seed lay on the
ground through winter. Milkweed seed will have a long winter of dormancy, so
once the sun comes out and the ground warms in the spring, the seeds will
germinate on their own.
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