Propagation: What have you wintersowed so far -part three., 1 by

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I forgot to add that I also start perennials in July and August to spread out the sowing season. When large enough, I plant them in my coldframe over winter. I don't try to keep them warm since I want to check their hardiness in my zone 4. I have chicken wire over to protect against animals. That all the protections they get. By spring, these are husky plants ready for permanent planting.

CAPTION: My simple coldframe made from scrap lumber. The top is hinged and has a shade cloth to protect seedling against our hot summer sun. I planted seed in Oct. 2008 of those perennials that require heavy duty stratification with flunctuating temperature. Will sprout during spring when conditions are right for the variety sown.