Question
My northern dewthread has begun to bloom for the first time and it would appear that I have a few seed pods growing. How long will I need to wait for the seeds to ripen and should I go ahead and plant them when thay do or do they need to be stratified.

Answer
Hi Andrew,

The seedpods will turn black and open slightly when ripe.  Seeds will need stratification.  Just sprinkle the seeds on pots of standard peat/perlite peat mix and leave outside for the winter.  It helps to cover the pots with a light cover such as a little fabric or a nylon stocking to prevent splash erosion.  They germinate readily in the spring.  If you sparsely spread them on large planters, you'll have more plants than you know what to do with.:)

Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com