Asarina scandens (Climbing Snapdragon)

Seed Treatment

• Scarification: Lightly rub the seeds with fine sandpaper or soak them in warm water for 12–24 hours to speed up germination.

Sowing Instructions

1. Indoor Sowing (Recommended)

   1. Timing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date.
      
      
   2. Soil: Use a well-draining seed-starting mix.
      
      
   3. Sowing Depth: Lightly press seeds onto the surface of the soil without covering them—they need light to germinate.
      
      
   4. Moisture: Keep the soil moist but not soggy by misting with water.
      
      
   5. Temperature: Maintain a temperature of 70–75°F (20–24°C).
      
      
   6. Germination Time: Seeds will germinate in 14–21 days.
   7. Maximum germination time: 28 days under less-than-ideal conditions (cool temps, inconsistent moisture, etc)
      
      
   8. Lighting: Provide 12–16 hours of bright light (grow lights or a sunny window).

Outdoor Sowing (After Frost)

1. Timing: Sow seeds after the last frost, when soil temperatures are consistently warm.
   
   

2. Location: Choose a full sun to partial shade location with well-draining soil.
   
   

3. Spacing: Sow seeds directly onto the soil surface, spacing them 6–12 inches apart.
   
   

4. Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist until germination occurs.

Care After Germination

• Water: Keep the soil moist but well-drained.

• Support: Provide a trellis or support for climbing growth.

• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks to encourage blooming.

• Pruning: Pinch back tips for bushier growth.
  

Asarina scandens will start flowering in 10–12 weeks and continues blooming throughout the growing season. ?? Happy planting!