Violas from seed

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    I am going to start some violas, any tips would be appreciated!! :)

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    Well T & M say that violas need light to germinate, but when I have googled this it keeps coming up 'dark' for germination!!! :scratch: Can anyone help with this?? :please:

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    I read that some violas need light and some don't. What kind of violas are they? I grew Helens Mount. I covered them with a sprinkling of compost and they germinated well.
     
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    I have several different ones, perhaps a half light? :heehee:

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      Good idea - light during the day, and dark at night :cool:
       
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        Think I'll go for that!!!! :thumbsup:

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