Ulex europaeus

Storage characteristics

Storage moisture content and temperature

6-8 % @ < 4 °C

Dormancy characteristics

Efficacy of pretreatment / remarks

Generally effective, a significant proportion of live seeds should germinate

Storage characteristics

Orthodox – seeds that can be dried without harm, and once dried can be frozen, stored for years with little deterioration and relatively easily revived.

Practice Guide

Raising Trees and Shrubs from Seed ^{(PDF-648 KB)}

Forestry Commission Practice Guide 18.