I have some seeds

[canuck grower]

well you should usually germinate them, some people like to have a wet papertowel in a bag and the seeds in the middle of it... in fact thats the only way i know how to.. haha..

be sure not to seal the bag if you use a ziplock. that's the method I've used a few times though and I'm pleased with it. I might try the method invision posted next time.

for a true beginner just place the seed about 1" into the soil and add a few ounces of water and wait a few days, check the soil and if its getting dry repeat step one until she sprouts up.

here's more detail on this method if you're interested. Germination (i don't think it's a beginner method, just a method )