Where can I get germinable seeds from?
Basically you can use the seeds of your own ice begonias for that Multiplication use, but only if these are not hybrids. Because they are sterile. Hybrids often also form seeds, but they are not capable of germination. You are therefore on the safe side when you get seeds from specialist retailers, whether on site or on the Internet.
also read
- Propagating ice begonias - tips and tricks
- When should I plant my ice begonias?
- Which location is ideal for ice begonias?
What do I have to consider when sowing?
The seeds of the ice begonia are light germs and also very small. If you buy pelleted seeds, they will succeed sowing or the distribution of the seeds a little easier. So that the seeds really germinate, they must not be covered with soil, they need a lot of light for this process. So press the seeds only lightly onto the substrate.
In addition, the germination period is very long at around 30 to 60 days. So you need a lot of patience before you can put your ice begonias in the garden
plants can. However, this is not a problem, because ice begonias are not hardy and are allowed to do so anyway planted after the ice saints will.The sowing step by step
Distribute the seeds evenly on moist Growing substrate(€ 12.99 at Amazon *) and press the grains lightly. Then place the growing container in a bright and warm place and always keep the substrate evenly moist there. A cover with a glass plate or a transparent film can help you to create optimal germination conditions.
The essentials in brief:
- Sowing possible, but not all species are fertile
- Light germs
- best sowing time: January to March
- Germination temperature: approx. 22 ° C to 24 ° C
- Germination time: approx. 30 to 60 days
- prick with about three to four leaves
Tips
For reliable germination you should get seeds from specialist shops, the hybrids that are frequently traded are not fertile and their seeds are therefore not capable of germination.
