trouble with rudbeckia & echinacea germinating

gloriag Floyd, VA(Zone 6b) Jun 27, 2005

I am having a terrible time germinating my coneflowers, rudbeckias, and gloriosa daisies. I have tried dark, fridge, and under lights. My house stays at about 78 degrees. Does anyone have any suggestions? I did germinate magnus in a coffee filter.

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Chuck1260 Arroyo Grande, CA Jun 27, 2005

They need light. Are they fresh seeds? They should germinate easily, but it does take a little longer than with marigolds. Filter paper needs to be damp but not soaking wet.

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Jnette Northeast, WA(Zone 5a) Sep 05, 2005

Sorry, this is new to me. How do you start them in a filter? Jeanette

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kathyvm Fruitport, MI(Zone 5a) Sep 05, 2005

gloriag, I have Rudbeckia - Indian Summer growing like weeds in yard this year, due the fact that I didn't dead head soon enough. If you would like some, I'd be glad to send you some for postage.

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gloriag Floyd, VA(Zone 6b) Sep 05, 2005

Thanks,
I did manage some this year and they are probably like the
Indian Summer. They are growing well. I will collect new seeds soon and try again next year, or I will try winter sowing.

Gloria