My favorite method for seed germination is the paper towel method. I will tear a paper towel into 2 inch strips. Then I will crease the paper towel in half and dip it into a cup of water fully submerged. Then I open up my fold, place my seeds inside and store in a dark place. I will check on my seeds periodically and not let them dry out. Make sure before bed or if you have to go somewhere that they are damp. Do not let them dry out. After 1-5 days they should be sprouted. I poke a hole in my soil which is just general promix or my composted dirt with no amendments. And put seed in the soil covering the taproot up. This will force the taproot to curve into the soil and push the seed up and also help the shell come off. If you plant tap root down the seed will still come up but it may have a more difficult time with the shell and you may need to use a toothpic or tweezers to carefully remove the shell. Other germination methods are to use water with a very small amount of peroxide and soak the seed in water overnight or until you see a taproot. Another method is to plant directly in soil and keep soil moist.
