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Robert
Robert asked in Home & GardenGarden & Landscape · 8 years ago

Are beetles harmful to seed germination?

I planted some poppy seeds yesterday and put them under a light in my closet. This morning I saw a black beetle walking on the soil and digging itself into a corner. I don't think its come out. Is this bad for seeds to germinate?

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  • CGIV76
    Lv 7
    8 years ago

    Beetles are a natural predator for insects that would attack a poppy plant but why take a chance. Apparently you didn't use fresh clean soil. Who knows what else is in the soil waiting to make your home theirs.

    Re pot the seeds.

    Source(s): RPO
  • george nash
    Lv 7
    8 years ago

    It is probaly a common ground beetle and wont bother your seeds at all.

  • weeder1
    Lv 6
    8 years ago

    Beetles aren't going to kill your poppies, growing them in a closet will do that.

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