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Pinus Seed

Posted: August 17th, 2009, 9:21 pm
by Webos
Hi Guys,
I've read somewhere that to check for "dead" pine seed, stick them in a glass of water...and if they float they are either dead or alive...but which one was it?? Floating is dead? Floating is alive??

Thanks everyone

Re: Pinus Seed

Posted: August 17th, 2009, 9:26 pm
by Bretts
I always soak for 24 hours and use warm water to start with I guess it replicates a warm spring rain. Any that are left floating are apparently infertile.

Re: Pinus Seed

Posted: August 17th, 2009, 9:40 pm
by Webos
Thanks for the quick reply Bretts....Will give the soaking a go and let you know of the results