"How to Germinate Marijuana Seeds on Napkins"
How to Germinate Marijuana Seeds on Napkins
One of the most popular germination methods, the paper towel method has several versions. Some growers use cotton pads or pieces of paper towel. In this guide, we're going to use the typical kitchen napkin, which is very easy to get and retains moisture relatively well.
Place a piece of damp kitchen paper on a flat surface. Place the seeds on it a few centimeters apart, before covering them with another piece of paper. Both pieces should be moist, not soaked. Again, when the white roots reach 1-2cm, transfer the seeds (carefully) to pots with soil. Use the same sowing technique as above.
"Directly Into The Soil"
Directly into the soil
Sowing the seed directly into the growing medium avoids having to move it at its most fragile stage. That first rootlet is covered in microscopic filaments that are very easily damaged. Since the water glass and wet paper methods are more prone to temperature fluctuations, direct sowing into the ground is a much safer option.
Start by filling the pots with quality soil soaked in water. Many growers add a root stimulator to the water. Make a hole about 10-15mm deep, which will be the new home for your seed. Remove the seeds from their packets and place them in the holes. Cover them up, being careful not to pack the soil too much. Otherwise, the root will have a hard time penetrating solid soil, which will stunt the growth of the plant. Lightly mist the spot where you have placed the seeds so that the growing medium remains moist.
If you don't like the idea of soaking the soil, use a spray bottle to moisten the holes before planting each seed. As long as there is enough moisture around the seeds, it is still possible to encourage root development.
You will need to place the pots in a humid location with the temperature mentioned in the golden rules. After 4-10 days, you will see the seedling sprouting, and the roots will have started to develop underground. Now you can transfer the plant together with the soil to a larger pot, where it can begin to grow normally.