…sweetgrass. After 35 days in the fridge, the sweetgrass seeds have come out to grow. At least theoretically.

Sweetgrass (Hierochloe ororata) is notoriously reluctant to grow from seed. It needs to be stratified, which is what it was doing in the fridge, and even then its germination rate is very low. The starter tray in the photo is comprised of 72 cells, and at least 2 (and up to 4) seeds have been planted in each. I’m hoping that by the first of May at least a few of the many will have sprouted.

As a side note: I’ve also got 50 hazel seeds now taking their turn in the salad crisper.