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Jimmy Johnston

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im still learning but i think i am ready to germinate my seeds now but do i have to ph the napkin and water to do it.
 

Godkas

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shouldnt need ph i use tap water. Some use distilled water. Anyways set it in a warm dark place (I find the back of the computer monitor works quite well)
 

Jimmy Johnston

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shouldnt need ph i use tap water. Some use distilled water. Anyways set it in a warm dark place (I find the back of the computer monitor works quite well)
i have LCD computer screen so i can't do it that way. Oh ya and i put a cap full of vinegar just to be on the safe side.
 

Godkas

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Eh stick it in a dresser drawer or something it might take a little bit longer but is also a time honored method. There is also a water germination method floating around on the forums.
 

Jimmy Johnston

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i have my seeds in a zip lock bag with a napkin with water with vinegar on top of my refigerator. how long will it take for them and how do i know theyre ready to put in some dirt and sand?
 

Godkas

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errr.... why vinegar? I would think the acidic content would be a little harsh for the young taproots. use plain old tap water IMHO cant go wrong.
 

Jimmy Johnston

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so phing is over rated? i dont have a tester or whatever but i just put 1 cap full of vinegar then maybe 30mL of water.what does IMHO mean?
 

Godkas

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in my humble opinion. Take the seeds out wash the bag rinse the seeds get a new paper towel and repeat without vinegar to be on the safe side.
 

Godkas

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Good seeds should pop within 72 hours of initial germination (seen longer) go ahead and plant them when the tap root is roughly 2 centimeters tip of the taproot down regardless of seed orientation. The hole you plant the seed in is easily measured by poking a hole in the center of the pot with your index finger down to your first knuckle (about 0.75"-1") sprouting should occur within 72 hours of planting (also seen longer)
 
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