Seed Treatment (Stratification)
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Cold Stratification: 2-4 week cold period (moist stratification in the refrigerator).
How to Plant:
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Sowing Time: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or direct sow in early spring or fall.
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Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining, light, and fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
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Light Requirements: Seeds need light to germinate, so do not bury them.
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Seed Depth: Lightly press seeds onto the soil surface—do not cover.
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Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged until germination occurs.
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Germination Time: 10-21 days at temperatures of 60-70°F (15-21°C).
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Spacing: Once seedlings are established, thin to 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) apart.
Additional Tips:
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
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A biennial or short-lived perennial, producing edible roots and leaves.
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Attracts bees and butterflies.
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Can self-seed if left to flower and mature.