Germination Guide

Pre-Germination Preparation

• Use quality cannabis seeds from reputable sources.
• Ensure seeds are mature (dark brown/gray color with tiger stripes).
• Store seeds properly before germination (cool, dry, dark place).

Paper Towel Method

• Place seeds between damp (not soaking) paper towels.
• Put paper towels in a plastic bag or between two plates.
• Keep in a warm, dark place (70-85°F optimal).
• Check daily and keep towels moist but not waterlogged.
• Tap root should appear in 1-7 days.

Direct Soil Method

• Plant seeds 0.5-1 inch deep in quality seed starting mix.
• Keep soil consistently moist but not saturated.
• Maintain temperature around 70-80°F.
• Provide gentle humidity dome if needed.
• Seedlings emerge in 3-10 days typically.

Water Glass Method

• Place seeds in glass of room temperature water.
• Seeds should sink within 24 hours (viable seeds).
• After 12-24 hours, transfer to paper towel method.
• Good for testing seed viability before main germination.

Seedling Care

• Provide gentle light (18-24 inches from seedlings).
• Keep humidity around 65-70% for first week.
• Water gently to avoid disturbing delicate roots.
• Transplant when first true leaves appear.

Phil's Germination Tips

• Scarify old or hard seeds gently with sandpaper.
• Use distilled or RO water to avoid chlorine damage.
• Maintain consistent temperature - fluctuations slow germination.
• Don't disturb seeds too often during germination process.