After trying all the standard methods, I saw a youtube video recommending just putting seeds in a pot outside in the sun. I bought a new batch of 100 seeds (musa velutina) from rarexoticseeds. No soaking, nicking, heat mats or paper towels. I just stuck them in cheap potting soil outside about half an inch deep. It's been quite rainy so I haven't watered it any. Now at about three months, I was honestly losing hope. I've got many sprouting now and looking really good! Time to start getting them in their own pots.
