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Charles Long
White Belt
Joined: 16 Jul 2005
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Location: Central Arkansas
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 Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2005 2:40 am Post subject: Fukien Tea Seed Germination |
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What is the best way to go about getting a Fukien Tea seed to germinate? I have a tree that has produced lots of seeds this summer and I have saved several of them. After they dry out should I follow the normal routine of refrigerating them for a couple months and then planting them as with other seeds?
Thanks,
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Dick
Black Belt
Joined: 21 Aug 2004
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Location: Western New York State, USA - Zone 4b
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2005 4:09 am Post subject: Re: Fukien Tea Seed Germination |
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The fukien's seeds do not need to be refrigerated. However, they have a very hard seed coating that needs to be softened or cracked in order for the seed to germinate. Usually soaking them in warm water for a significant amount of time will help soften them enough for the seed to sprout. Sometimes it may also be necessary to nick the coating with a knife in order for the seed to have a chance at sprouting.
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