Stevie Weedseed Full guide
Chapter 3 of 10

Germination

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Paper Towel Method (Recommended)

Step 1: Moisten a paper towel with clean, room-temperature water. Damp, not dripping.
Step 2: Place seeds on the towel, fold it over.
Step 3: Put the towel in a zip bag or between two plates.
Step 4: Store somewhere warm (70-80°F) and dark.
Step 5: Check once daily. When a white taproot appears (1/4 to 1/2 inch), it is ready to plant.

Typical germination time: 24-72 hours. Some seeds take up to 5 days.

Alternative Methods

Direct Soil: Plant the seed 1/2 inch deep in moist soil. Less handling means less risk of root damage. Harder to monitor progress.

Water Soak: Drop seeds in a glass of room-temperature water. After 12-24 hours, many will crack open. Plant immediately once the taproot shows. Never soak longer than 36 hours or seeds can drown.

Ideal Conditions

Temperature: 70-80°F. Cold slows germination dramatically.
Moisture: Consistent dampness, never soaking wet. Too much water rots seeds.
Darkness: Seeds prefer dark environments while germinating.

Common Germination Mistakes

  • Overwatering. Seeds need moisture, not saturation
  • Touching the taproot. It is extremely delicate, use tweezers
  • Planting too deep. 1/2 inch max, or the seedling cannot reach the surface
  • Cold water. Use room temperature, always
  • Giving up too early. Some seeds take 7 days, especially older seeds

All ten chapters

  1. Getting Started
  2. Choosing the Right Seeds
  3. Germination
  4. Seedling Stage
  5. Vegetative Growth
  6. Plant Training Techniques
  7. Flowering Stage
  8. Troubleshooting
  9. Harvesting
  10. Drying & Curing

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