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RRedBBeard · 05-24-2015, 12:30 AM

After 4.5 months, I had just about given up on my m.velutina seeds, when approximately 7 of the dozen or so seeds showed good sprouts. I had chipped these seeds with a razor, then soaked them for ~36 hours before planting in standard MG seedling medium, moistened. I believe the seeds were at least 6 months old.

Here in zone 6, the nights usually stay above 50°F (10°C) during summer, and humidity is good. How much sun is best for a new sprout if it has good moist potting medium? Can fresh seeds be planted immediately after harvest for better germination, or is it necessary for them to dry out first?

Thanks,
Rick in CT

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RRedBBeard banana wrangler wanabee Location: New London, CT Find me on the map! Name: Rick Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 66 BananaBucks : 23,339 Feedback: 0 / 0% Said "Thanks" 83 Times Was Thanked 73 Times in 36 Posts Said "Welcome to Bananas" 3 Times	m.velutina seeds: beginner's luck? After 4.5 months, I had just about given up on my m.velutina seeds, when approximately 7 of the dozen or so seeds showed good sprouts. I had chipped these seeds with a razor, then soaked them for ~36 hours before planting in standard MG seedling medium, moistened. I believe the seeds were at least 6 months old. Here in zone 6, the nights usually stay above 50°F (10°C) during summer, and humidity is good. How much sun is best for a new sprout if it has good moist potting medium? Can fresh seeds be planted immediately after harvest for better germination, or is it necessary for them to dry out first? Thanks, Rick in CT *** Last edited by RRedBBeard : 05-24-2015 at 12:42 AM. Reason: picture added.