Propagation: Question about alstromeria seeds, 1 by Ursula

Ursula wrote:
Hello Woofie!

Congratulations for your successful germination! Please bear in mind that Alstroemeria seeds are VERY ERRATIC in their germination.

My 'garden' is just two balconies. A few years ago I sowed a few different species with partial germination rates. A year later I thought there would be no more germination and used the soil I had sowed them for my other plants. My last surprise was that this year not only germinated but also bloomed an Alstroemeria revoluta (the one with the smallest flowers - a picture is enclosed).

All my reference books say that Alstroemerias should not be transplanted/picked before the seedling is one year old. Bear in mind that the fleshy roots are very brittle!

Do you know what species your plantils are? Maybe I could add some recommendations if they happen to be Chilean species.

Hugs,

Ursula