Myrtus communis
Genus Myrtus
This source reports two treatments. Both are shown.
Protocol 1
DerivedN. C. Deno, 1996Difficulty Low Rated by us, not by the source.
Start around April 4, 2027 for a May 3 last frost. Too late for spring 2027 — that needed starting on April 3, 2024.
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Dry storage
Duration: 1095 days · Temperature: 70°F 21°C
- 2
Sow and cover
Temperature: 70°F 21°C · Light: dark
about 3 years from start to sowing. Then 2 days to germinate.
100% germination in 2 days.
Protocol 2
DerivedN. C. Deno, 1996Difficulty Low Rated by us, not by the source.
Start around February 9, 2027 for a May 3 last frost. Too late for spring 2027 — that needed starting on February 9, 2024.
- 1
Dry storage
Duration: 1095 days · Temperature: 70°F 21°C
- 2
Cold moist stratification
Temperature: 40°F 4°C · Light: either
about 3 years from start to sowing. Then 56 days to germinate.
90% germination in 56 days.
This source doesn't state how long.