By Pdb
Lancashire,
United Kingdom 
I know you are supposed to start seeds for perennials early in the year but I was wondering if its ok to start them off now? And if not what is the reason. I know they wouldn't flower this year.
As I have to start them off in the house in Feb/March the heating is usually on and they end up straggly. Just thought it may make a bit of sense then they could go straight in greenhouse and they would get the temp they are supposed to. Thank you
11 Jun, 2013
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depends on the plants. some need a short time of chilling, others need certain daylight hours etc. You can try but as I say depends on which plant you want to grow.
11 Jun, 2013
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there's no reason why you shouldn't grow perennials from seed starting now. starting them earlier does give them more time to establish before the winter but there's still 5 months of growing time so I'd certainly give them a try
11 Jun, 2013