1/2” to 1” deep. Last year I planted a second seed after 10 days, and sure as shit, the first seed popped 2 days later. So now I wait 2 weeks.
Do you germ the seeds before planting or just bang them in there if you germ them first try going a bit shallower I got mayb a 1/4 inch at the most probably more like a.8th inch and it pops up a day or two later no worries just besure the top layer of soil don't dry out1/2” to 1” deep. Last year I planted a second seed after 10 days, and sure as shit, the first seed popped 2 days later. So now I wait 2 weeks.
Maybe its just finding its way to the surfaceI just plant them in the soil. I used to germinate but stopped a couple years ago and get better results. I’ll give this one 2-3 more days. I also make sure that the top layer stays moist, but not a sopping mess. Humidity is also right around 80%, temps are at 80F.
I’ll give it until Friday, still no sign of life. The other five are doing great!
It’s one less step that I can potentially screw up. I planted a replacement SODK seed this morning.Good thing about germing in tissue is you can always tell what is happening! I'm surprised you get better results by dropping right in a pot instead of using the moist, warm, sealed tissue.