How To Germinate Marijuana Seeds

1. Submerge your seeds in bottled spring water at room temperature.

• Start a timer and soak the seeds for 14 to 18 hours. Don’t soak them longer, or they will die.
• NOTE: Even if the seeds have not cracked, you can proceed to the next step. The sinking of the seeds is not necessary.

2. On a ceramic dinner plate, lay two thick paper towels on each other.

3. Fold the paper towel like a burrito on both sides to cover the seeds. Then pour the water with the seeds over it.

• Make sure there is no extra water. A plate or a zip lock bag should NOT be used to cover it.
• Oxygen, warmth, and moisture are essential for the seeds.

4. Keep the paper towel wet by adding water occasionally. Put it in a dark and warm open room (75 to 80 Fahrenheit). The seeds should not be soaked in water.

• For successful germination, the seeds need access to oxygen. Avoid putting them in a cupboard, drawer, or any other small enclosed area, as they will have difficulty opening.

5. Before transplanting into plain soil, wait for the seeds to crack open and a taproot to grow 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch.

*It will take 2 to 7 days for each strain to crack open.*

Storing Seeds: For up to 2 years, seeds can be stored in a sealed glass jar. You should store the jar in a dark and cool place (such as a basement or garage). The temperature should be between 41 and 45 Fahrenheit.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Your seedling can be planted into your next medium (soil) when it has a taproot of 1/2 inch (2 cm). Use plain soil with no nutrients or fertilizers for the first three weeks because your seedlings are very fragile.

To plant your seedling, dig a hole about a fingertip deep and place the seedling in it with the taproot facing down. Then cover it with soil and put it under a light source or natural light. Water it lightly and wait for it to sprout on its own.