Garlic Wild Ramsons – Cultivation advice
Sowing Directly Outdoors
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Sow seeds from August to October.
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Scatter seeds thinly on the soil surface or press them gently into the soil.
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Do not cover the seeds, as they require light to germinate.
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Water the soil lightly after sowing.
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Seeds will overwinter naturally and germinate between March and April.
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Full plant establishment may take 2 to 3 years.
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First-year growth is typically slow, with small and underdeveloped plants.
Sowing Indoors
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Sow seeds on the surface of moist compost and gently press them in; do not cover.
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Maintain a temperature of 18 to 22°C for a period of 2 to 4 weeks.
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After the warm period, subject the seeds to cold stratification at –2°C to +4°C for 4 to 6 weeks.
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Following stratification, move the seeds to a temperature of 5 to 12°C to encourage germination.
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Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into 8 cm pots for further growth.
Germination Notes
- Germination can be erratic and slow, occurring anywhere between 18 days and 12 months.
- If germination does not occur, repeat the warm and cold stratification cycle as needed.
