HOW TO GERMINATE YOUR CANNABIS SEEDS: Step-by-Step Guide

Disclaimer:

To achieve optimal germination results, please carefully follow the instructions provided below.
We recommend documenting each step of your germination process using photos or videos, as this may be required when evaluating any replacement requests.
It’s essential to store seeds in a dark location and limit their exposure to light (under one minute) during germination and planting preparations. Be sure to gather all necessary materials before starting each step.
Our germination guarantee applies only if all 9 steps of our guidelines are followed precisely. Seeds germinated using alternative methods (e.g., water soaking, direct soil planting) are not covered under this guarantee.

Step 1:

Gather these items before beginning the germination process: purified or bottled water at room temperature, sterilized tweezers, paper towels, seeds, and two opaque porcelain plates or a casserole dish.
Avoid handling the seeds directly with your hands. If sterile tweezers are not available, medical gloves can be used as an alternative.

Step 2:

Dampen one paper towel and gently squeeze out any excess water. Make sure to use purified or bottled water with a pH level between 5.5 and 7





Step 3:

Lay the damp paper towel on the plate or in the casserole dish.






Step 4:

With tweezers, gently place the seeds on the paper towel, spacing them approximately 2 cm (0.7 inches) apart. Handle the seeds delicately to avoid applying too much pressure.

Step 5:

Cover the seeds with the second paper towel and lightly spray it with water to maintain moisture.

Step 6:

Ensure no stagnant water remains by lifting the paper towel and allowing any excess to drain.

Step 7:

Place another plate on top or cover the casserole dish with a lid, then store it in a warm, dark place, like a cupboard or drawer. Ensure the seeds remain in a stable environment, avoiding any temperature fluctuations.


Step 8:

The process may take between 24 and 120 hours. Check every 4 to 6 hours to ensure the seeds stay moist, and do not allow the paper towels to dry out. Remember, seeds cannot germinate in stagnant water, so only re-moisten the paper towels by lightly spraying room-temperature water.

Step 9:

Once the seeds have developed a healthy taproot, they are ready to be planted. Create a hole approximately 0.4–0.7 inches (1–2 cm) deep, placing the seeds with the white root pointing downward and the seed shell facing up. Gently cover the seeds with soil and water around them to keep the soil moist. It may take up to 2 weeks for the plants to sprout.

Experiencing Germination Issues?

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Submit your claim for seeds that didn’t germinate.

Send us an email at support@buycannabisseeds.net, with the following information:

  • Your order number
  • Contact details: name and email address
  • Supporting images and videos of the germination process
  • The exact quantity of non-germinated seeds and the specific strains they belong to.

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