I just discovered a seed capsule, now what?

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Originally Posted by Junebug

I've been reading other posts about capsules and seed pods and it looks like it could take months for the capsule to mature. I'm assuming that the spike is to remain undisturbed during the waiting period.? Does a plant typically slow down or cease growth production as the capsule matures? Should the plant be treated any differently?

I guess there's no guarantee that pollination will result in seed production, but I'm facinated with the prospect. There is so much I need to learn.

How exciting! Congrats.

The whole spike will remain green while the capsule develops. Sometimes the tip of the spike above the capsule will brown up a bit that's ok. If it's happy where it is, just leave it. No special treatment is necessary, and one little capsule on a big old Mcp. shouldn't slow it down much if any.

I'd bet it's a self pollination, and if so, I'd also bet you'll get plenty of seed.