Paper towel never did me wrong, I gotta say. I've got 6 beans going right now, since about 6pm yesterday. They look to be nearly ready. I get 100% germ, but I actually let them go a little past initial germ and let them get a longish root on. Then I plant them. If they've grown through the paper towel, I just tear the towel around them and plant the whole damn thing.

The plants I've got in flower now, I forgot about, and they actually had cotyledons on them when I(finally) planted them.

I would like to do some research on this. I think the acidic environment provided by the decomposing wood pulp in the paper towel actually helps germing. But since I'm a stripper and not a scientist, I'd have to verify this. Hey, my county extension agent should be open this time of year, seeing as how it's March and all. I'll give them a call.
Mrs. Greenjeans Reviewed by Mrs. Greenjeans on . What is the best way to germinate seeds Hi,I havent been on for a while now,well since my last grow which was oct last year anyway im just about to start a new grow i have some feminized orange bud seeds and am trying to find out the best germination technique.in the past i have used damp tissue in a dark place but i have to admit my success rate isnt the best.Can anyone suggest any new tested and approved ways of germination?thanks.:rastasmoke: Rating: 5