Re: GERMINATE
In a message dated 29/12/2005 20:55:16 GMT Standard Time,
kingdavid1.uk@btopenworld.com writes:
HI FOLKS
over the last 5 years I have studied various ways of germination that
experts have suggested and indeed have put forward evidence, however I have
concluded, that, and have proved most seeds will germinate after 48 hours
in good conditions.All you need to do is remove the outer shell.
David Asman
Genetisist and poet
David
The removal of the Seed Hull is described as the Advance Seed Starting
Method and many growers like to use that method. However, if you have a Seed that
you may have just paid $400.00 for i think that the attempt to remove the
Seed Hull and the possibility of damaging the Seed Radicle in the process is
something that only a VERY brave grower would do. As for general Seed
Germination you are correct in your observation that a 'Naked' Seed will/may germinate
quicker.
Filing or sanding the Seed Hull down some will also help speed up
germination especially if pre soaked in some warm water and liquid Seaweed extract such
as Maxicrop after filing.
Regards
Mike
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