No magic trick – Paris quadrifolia
This is a very busy time so I will say it straight – there is no magic trick like I believed three years ago (see: The magic trick).
It happens every year with Paris quadrifolia: seeds coll. in August and kept moist will always start to germinate at once, root only, end of Oct. – beginning of November. Leaves will follow in early spring after the winter cold. Don’t let others trick you otherwise.
Paris quadrifolia germinated seeds
It is easy to grow; keep it in the same pot for two years in a shaded place then plant in the garden. It combines beautifully with Polygonatum, Trillium species, Primulas, Corydalis…
One more note on other moist packed seeds, germination wise: no magic tricks as well, all are on time:
Asarum canadense – germinated (roots)
Trillium grandiflorum – partly germinated seeds, as usual.
Corydalis ophiocarpa – starting to germinate.
Dear Gabriela, just wanted to let you know I have had germination of Paris quadrifolia in one year, I have not been able to germinate it before and have been trying for 20 odd years to get it up, I must admit I was a tad worried when the seed had already started to germinate in the packet when they arrived, but planted up the seed in my good seed raising mix and put it out in the weather. So exciting, why is it that the small things in life give so much pleasure all the Corydalis and Hepatica are germinating as well. Not sure how to send you a picture but will send by email Kind regards Viv
Thank you Vivienne! I received your picture as well; you are so right about the small things :)) I am happy the Corydalis and Hepatica are also germinating.
I always worry a little by the counter-season reaction of the seeds sent to AU and NZ.
It is very good to know they are doing well. My best as well and happy growing!