8/14/2023 0 Comments Butterfly weed seedling![]() ![]() Use a flat pan under the peat pots and add a half inch of water to the bottom of the tray. ![]() The best way to water is from the bottom up. ![]() Watering: Gently water the planted seed to give additional hydration. We recommend spacing seeds about 4-6” apart. Clear away any existing growth and using your index finger to measure, create 1.5" holes for each Milkweed seed. This allows for the seeds to remain dormant for the winter and come up in the early spring. 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. To finish, place 1/4 inch of soil on top of the seed. Once the soil is damp, place 1-2 cold stratified seeds into each pot. Water should be able to drain through the peat pots. Fill peat pots ¾ of the way with seed starting potting soil and gently add water. Planting In Spring: Once the 30 days are complete, it’s time to plant the cold stratified Milkweed (asclepias) seeds. We taped ours to the bottom of a refrigerator shelf. Place in an area of the fridge, where it won’t get damaged. 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). It helps break the seeds natural dormancy cycle. Cold stratification is very important for the germination and growth of Milkweed. Germination: To start Milkweed seed we recommend starting inside, but before this happens Milkweed seeds need to go through a cold stratification period. Attract Butterflies To Your Garden With Milkweed! Understanding Milkweed (Asclepias) Seed & Germinating ![]()
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