Vines and Climbers: I coudn't help but share this Arist. elegans., 1 by ErickMN

ErickMN wrote:
Hello All.

A DG member shared some A. elgans seeds with me about a year ago. A number of them sprouted and did well. After a lot of pampering under lights, I finally got my first flower today. I expect a real show next summer in the garden!

I would suggest planting Aristolochia seeds as soon as possible, and then being patient. It can take awhile for them to germinate. I've had great luck w/vermiculite or seed starter and a cover of plastic wrap. Skip the boiling water - the seeds are somewhat delicate and would certainly be destroyed by that. Once the plants get few leaves and are established, they are relatively easy to grow and bloom.

In my limited experience, Aristolochia cuttings root easily in the same medium, vermiculite or seed starter. Just be sure to keep them humid with a cover of plastic wrap. After a few weeks, they should start putting out new leaves.

Thank you, Kenton, for starting this great thread.

Erick