The process involves initiating growth in dormant embryos of specific flowering plants within the Ranunculaceae family, specifically those intended to produce vibrant, often blue, blossoms. This awakening from dormancy requires carefully controlled environmental factors to break seed coats and stimulate initial root and shoot development.
Successfully starting these plants from seed offers numerous advantages. It allows gardeners to cultivate a wider variety of cultivars, often at a lower cost than purchasing established plants. Furthermore, managing this early stage allows for greater control over plant health and acclimation to a specific garden environment, potentially leading to more robust and floriferous specimens.
