Germination question

[JohnHerer]

Have my seeds gone bad? Would it take a week to germinate?

I used the paper towel method on one of my seeds and its been about a day and a half, didn't sprout yet.

[stinkyattic]

Be patient, they can take up to 2 weeks for hard-husked types.

[JohnHerer]

What should I do if the paper towel starts to dry out? Should I place the seed in a new paper towel?

I had the seeds for about four or about five years, but I kept them in a good dark place in my desk.

[stinkyattic]

um... add some water to the towel? :D
the seeds are probably still fine. Germ rates start to drop after about 5 years or so but you'll get something.

[Penngrove]

I have the same issue. I tried the suggestion to soak the seeds for 24 hours and then go to the towel. But I would only wait it out a week. I figured if they didnt pop, they were not going to. Stinkyattic thanks for the comment about time. I should give it more time. Good luck JohnHerer. I am with you. I can directly sow and get them to go within a couple days. Cant sprount them otherwise so I am going to keep trying.

[Opie Yutts]

I have had some take almost 2 weeks. And keep the darn towel moist.

[JohnHerer]

AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!! :) :dance::clap::D:chainsaw::rambohead::angelsmiley: It sprouted. Should I wait until it is 1/2 inch then ill put it in the soil.

[the image reaper]

put it into soil NOW ... while some let the taproot grow a bit, it is risky ... that taproot is VERY sensitive, even light will kill it ... get it into a mild soil, and don't keep it too wet, or it will develop 'wilt' ... when I used the paper-towel method, mine went into soil at the first glimpse of the white ... of course, place the seed so that white taproot is facing DOWN ... :smokin:

[JohnHerer]

Well this is off topic, I've seen some fertilizers at the store and saw that there were no fertilizers that had no nitrogen bigger than p-k (6-12-6).


Thanks everyone for your comments and advice.

[fizzlemenizzle]

read up!!!

[FireTheft]

i've taken really old seeds and lightly scuffed the outside with a embry board and then soaked in a glass of water for 24.....this has been the trick that has worked for me w/stubborn seeds