Jump start your flower seeds

[Nasturtium]

Had 12 Flour O'clock seeds from my initial planting in March and, being later in the growing season, took a few tips from websites seeking a rapid germination process.
I settled on soaking these in weak tea with a drop of hydrogen peroxide overnight (this softens the hard outer shell). Then using a kitchen knife, nicked the outer shell and placed each one on a damp paper towel, folded in half, and slid this into a clear airtight sandwich bag. I clothespegged the bag outside in the sun for 2 days and this AM discovered that all 12 seeds have begun to root.
This link has great "how to" info on various seed species.
http://www.finegardening.com/jump-start-your-seeds

[ferri]

wow! now that is a good idea! i love Four O'clocks. they smell so good, and they attract Hummingbird Moths like crazy.