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Thu, Sep 1, 11 at 10:36
| I just purchased some Privet (Ligustrum vulgare) seeds. I believe it is okay to plant them this time of year but I want to confirm that before planting. |
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| Privet is invasive. Sure you want it? It can take over and even spread all over the surrounding properties. |
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- Posted by bookjunky4life 5 Central IL (My Page) on Fri, Sep 2, 11 at 10:07
| Its not invasive here. My uncle has some and it hasn't spread anywhere in five years. So, yes, I'm sure I want it. No worries about surrounding properties, as I don't have neighbors for miles in all directions and am surrounded by corn and bean fields. Still looking to confirm that it is okay to plant this time of year and any special care I need to take in watering, etc. |
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| Bookjunky, it is known for being weedy or invasive but not prohibited that I know of. Easily spread by birds picking up the seeds so you may not see the effects close to home... "Sow seed in spring in a cold frame (stored, dried seed germinates better if it is stratified - given a moist chill of several weeks) Remove any fruit flesh from seed before it is sown since this can inhibit germination. The seed can also be sown in outdoor seed beds in Fall" PFFD database |
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- Posted by bookjunky4life 5 Central IL (My Page) on Fri, Sep 2, 11 at 16:49
| Thanks, Morz8. I feel confident I can plant within the next few weeks. |
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