How to Germinate Bacopa

Bacopa, which may be referred to scientifically as Bacopa sp., Bacopa monnieri or Sutera cordata, is a tender perennial or annual enjoyed for an abundance of small blooms and a spreading habit. Although bacopa plants have traditionally been propagated vegetatively, viable bacopa seeds are now available commercially. These small seeds, which are generally sold as multi-seed pellets because of their size, require that you care for them properly to help ensure a high rate of germination.

Germinating media
Container
Bacopa seeds
Spray container with mist nozzle
Plastic cover or bag

Instructions

- 1
  Prepare the container and germinating media. Both should be clean and sterile to prevent disease problems. Cell packs, peat pellets, flats or other container types are all suitable. The germinating media should have low fertility and be well-drained but able to hold moisture. You can purchase such a medium or prepare on on your own by mixing equal parts peat moss, perlite and fine-particle pine bark.
- 2
  Place the seeds on top of the growing media. Do not cover the seeds with any media.
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  Mist the seeds and growing media thoroughly at the time of sowing. Throughout the period of germination, mist the seeds regularly or whenever the growing media seems dry or when condensation fails to appear on the inside of the plastic cover or bag.
- 4
  Cover the container and seeds with a plastic or glass cover or place the container in a plastic bag. This will help to maintain the high level of humidity necessary for germination.
- 5
  Place the container in a suitable environment. Keep the seeds in a well-lit area, but avoid direct sunlight. Maintain a temperature between about 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The seedlings should begin to emerge after about four days.

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