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Darlingtonia (Cobra Lily) Seed Germination: Outdoor Winter Stratification in New Mexico

Simple outdoor method: sow seeds in appropriate mix, leave pots outside all winter. Natural cold/moisture cycles provide stratification. No fridge needed.

Resource

DVD Volume 1 demonstrates this process. cobraplant.com/DVD

Good Growing!

Jacob Farin

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