Ugni molinae

[Selim-i Ahir]

I'm new in this forum. I have a question.
How can I germinate Ugni molinae seed? What need I do (Cold Stratification, Soak, Scarificaion... etc.)?
Please help me!
Best regards.

[Peter Maddox]

G''Day Selim-i Ahir,

Ugni molinae do not require any special pregermination treatment as such but soaking the seed overnight in warm water may speed up the germination time.
In warmer climates a short period of cold stratification at 3-4C for 30 days may be beneficial. In our cool temperate climate, Autumn sown seed will germinate in 8-12 weeks without any pretreatment.
Goodluck!

[Selim-i Ahir]

Thank you very much Peter.
Sincerely.

[JENN456]

I try to grow all plants organically or hydroponically whenever possible. I do not use chemical pesticides and prefer organic pest control and the use of predatory insects.

[jimjack]

I try to grow all plants organically or hydroponically whenever possible. I do not use chemical pesticides and prefer organic pest control and the use of predatory insects.

Agreed, one should avoid chemicals to perform pest control but what to do when the pests are too much and out of control.