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.