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Hardy seedlings?

Posted by ponyexpress_1 6a (My Page) on
Fri, Mar 8, 13 at 8:59

I started some Delosperma (ice plant) seeds a little early thinking they would take a little while to germinate. They sprouted within a few days. I'm wondering if since they are hardy, would it be o.k. to put them outdoors before the last frost if I harden them off or would it harm the seedlings?


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RE: Hardy seedlings?

Keep in mind that while the well-established plants are cold hardy, young seedlings are not.

If they must go out they will need to be VERY carefully, gradually, and well hardened off first to survive.

Dave


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RE: Hardy seedlings?

Thank you Dave. I thought that might be the case. I guess They will sit on my window sill a few more weeks : )


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