how long after discovering a successful germination are you waiting to put them in the soil? and what kind of soil are you using? u could be using some soil with enough extra ferts to burn the rootlings to almighty hell lol

did you check the rundown ph? how long are the roots at first when you stuck'm in the dirt?

i use the paper towel method all the time, works like a charm for me.. make sure ur not adding too much water.. and try starting them out in something organic
sheist Reviewed by sheist on . Having serious problem, Need Help. I built a rubbermaid 30 gallon grow box. 6 26w 6500k CFLS for veg, with an 18/6 light time. Seeds germinate successfully, and I place them root down under 1/4 to 1/2 inch of soil. 5 days later, no sprout so I dug up seed and the root was just dead and rotted. This has happened 6 times. I have no idea what the problem is, and its getting me really down because I have read hundreds of threads and books on growing, have a great setup and know how to take care of a plant but for some reason it wont Rating: 5