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Paul N
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I’m having issues with Tomatoes. Chadwick Cherry and Harbinger only. Both from Chase Organics. 50% germination rate. All other tomatoes from other suppliers (even last years seed) all doing well. e.g Sungold from CN seeds at 100% germination. All seeds sown in same medium, same heat, same moisture etc.
I will be contacting Chase but ever since the recent debacle and sale to Dobbies I will not be using them in the future.
The other tomatoes I’ve had issues with were from Seed Co-op were the Wild variety – Rote Murmel & Golden Currant. Both very unusual, specialist and bought as an experiment so not too worried.

Also had issues with Boltardy and Burpees Golden both from Victoriana Nurseries. 2 year old seed but have had older beetroot seeds germinate. Very slow to germinate but finally they are starting to show signs of activity.

Not experiencing issues with anything else as yet.

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