thanks for the advice and input...
im guessing since a fresh seed is still moist, it may take a little longer for it to recognize the cues that it can start to sprout, ie. moisture from soaking a wet napkin, temperature, light etc... as opposed to a dryer seed...
although it hasn't happen to me personally, i have heard a lot of stories of seeds sprouting close to the mother plant so im guessing as soon as they are mature, they're ready to go...
thanks again for the help!!
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