Germination
- Soak the peat pellet in water until it expands fully.
- Place a single seed into the centre of the pellet, no more than the height of the seed deep .
- Place the pot into a zip lock bag, seal the bag and put the bag into the fridge (+/- 5 C’) for a period of 30 to 90 days.
- Check the contents weekly and add water if necessary to ensure it remains moist.
- When the seeds start germinating in the fridge, or have become plump and soft, you may remove from the fridge.
- Place some potting soil or growing medium into the pots provided and carefully place the peat pellet into the medium, keeping the top of the pellet exposed.
- Set it in a sheltered area e.g. a covered patio with morning sun ( best option ) or in front of a window in bright area with morning sun.
- Continue to water as necessary to keep the soil moist, not saturated.
- After about 3 to 5 months buy a pottery bonsai pot or a 15cm x 7cm plastic round flower pot and use this as a training pot.
- Remember feed with a liquid fertiliser or leaf feeder.
- If you are unsure at anytime you welcome to contact me, Simon on 0825578726 to help you through the process.