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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    November 4, 2010
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    Yes, but they will need to be put into dormancy when indoors. You can do this by placing them in a cool, dark place and cutting back on watering. Bring them out again about a month before the last frost date and resume normal care.

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    Nikki on
    January 10, 2011
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    Since they require a cold period in order to germinate, fall is really the most ideal time to plant the seeds. However, once they are cold treated, you can also plant them indoors in well-draining potting soil, keeping the soil warm and somewhat moist. By spring you should have adequately sized seedlings that can be transplanted outdoors. Here is more information on the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astrantia/astrantia-masterwort-plant.htm

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    Heather on
    June 3, 2011
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    It sounds like a fungus, but I am not certain which one. Treat the plants with a fungicide and this should help.

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    Cathy on
    July 20, 2011
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    Deadhead them when they get brown. Take them off just above the next area of growth. Deadheading is good with these as they are self seeders.

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    Nikki on
    September 12, 2011
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    Fall would be the best time to plant these seeds. They need a period of cold in order to germinate. Here is more information on the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astrantia/astrantia-masterwort-plant.htm

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    Nikki on
    May 26, 2012
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    Since they require a cold period in order to germinate, fall is really the most ideal time to plant the seeds. However, you can also attempt this cold treatment (called stratification) now. Here is the stratification process: soak seeds in lukewarm water for 48 hours to soften seed coat. Mix seeds with damp sphagnum moss or peat and place in a plastic zip-loc bag for 4-6 weeks at room temperature. Then place in the refrigerator for 60 to 90 days to mimic a natural winter season. After the 90 days, sow in trays or pots.

    Once they are cold treated, you can plant them indoors in well-draining potting soil, keeping the soil warm and somewhat moist. When you have adequately sized seedlings, they can be transplanted outdoors. Here is more information on the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astrantia/astrantia-masterwort-plant.htm

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    Nikki on
    June 13, 2012
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    This article may have suggestions that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/how-to-keep-rabbits-out-of-gardens.htm

    As long as the stem/roots are still intact, I believe it should regrow.

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