Firethorn Seeds

FreedomFighter · 02-24-2008, 11:49 PM

Hi ,

I have a pack of Firethorn seeds and wasn't sure when they should be germinated. I live in South,Tx; most plants outside are buding. Is it to late?, if not, how would I germinate these seeds? The pack has instructions on the back but they are not very clear.

Thanks

Mattbonsai · 02-25-2008, 11:01 AM

When you say Firethorn I'm assuming you're refering to Pyracantha?

The Tree and Shrub Expert by Dr D.G Hessayon suggests on page 46: "Propagation: Sow seed under glass in spring or plant cuttings in a cold frame in summer"

Not knowing your climate, My advice would be wait for someone a little closer to home chime in as well, but if you were in the same climate as me I'd say go for it.

Hope this is of some help.

-Matt-

FreedomFighter · 02-25-2008, 09:52 PM

Hey Matt,

Yep on the back of the pack it says Japanese Firethorn ( Pyracantha angustifolia ). Where I live it's humid and already 70+ degrees F, eveything is buding. I have 2 packs of these seeds with 4 seeds in each pack. I may use 2 seeds and do the best I can as an experiment to see what happens. Should be a fun experience.

Thanks for the advice.

02-24-2008, 11:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
FreedomFighter Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South, Texas Posts: 23	Firethorn Seeds Hi , I have a pack of Firethorn seeds and wasn't sure when they should be germinated. I live in South,Tx; most plants outside are buding. Is it to late?, if not, how would I germinate these seeds? The pack has instructions on the back but they are not very clear. Thanks

02-25-2008, 11:01 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mattbonsai Tree Hugger In Training Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Cheshire, GB Posts: 801	When you say Firethorn I'm assuming you're refering to Pyracantha? The Tree and Shrub Expert by Dr D.G Hessayon suggests on page 46: "Propagation: Sow seed under glass in spring or plant cuttings in a cold frame in summer" Not knowing your climate, My advice would be wait for someone a little closer to home chime in as well, but if you were in the same climate as me I'd say go for it. Hope this is of some help. -Matt- __________________ -Matt- http://www.cheshirebonsaisociety.org.uk/index.html R.I.P Our Great Friend - Prowler, 24th November 2008

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02-25-2008, 09:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
FreedomFighter Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South, Texas Posts: 23	Hey Matt, Yep on the back of the pack it says Japanese Firethorn ( Pyracantha angustifolia ). Where I live it's humid and already 70+ degrees F, eveything is buding. I have 2 packs of these seeds with 4 seeds in each pack. I may use 2 seeds and do the best I can as an experiment to see what happens. Should be a fun experience. Thanks for the advice.

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