What color should a weed seed be?
dark brown
Healthy, viable seed will be light to dark brown in color. Seed that is light green or even whitish in color is underdeveloped and should be tossed out. Healthy seed will also have a burled or turtle shell-like pattern on its seed coat. A quality cannabis seed will have a waxy, protective coating.
Can weed seeds go bad?
Without any interference, marijuana seeds can last a few months before they go bad, even up to a year if they are kept in a cool, dry and dark place, but if they are refrigerated, marijuana seeds can last up to a decade.
Should weed seeds float or sink?
Since viable cannabis seeds float on the surface of the water, they are able to retain the proper ratio of moisture and air. Seeds that do not float may be sterile or underdeveloped. Immature cannabis seeds appear green or sometimes white and as stated above they will sink to the bottom when you attempt to float them.
Does the size of a weed seed matter?
Size doesn’t matter! Cannabis seeds are usually around the size of a match-head. They can vary by variety from not much larger than a tomato seed to almost as big as a small pea. The size of the seed is no indication of the size (or vitality) of the cannabis plant that will grow from it.
How long does weed seeds stay good for?
While seeds of most annual weedy grasses die after two or three years, scientists have discovered that some broadleaf weed seeds can remain viable for many decades. One of the most famous experiments illustrating the longevity of weed seeds dates back to 1879.
How do you know if seeds are good?
One method to check for seed viability is the water test. Take the seeds and place them in a container of water. Let the seeds sit for 15 minutes. If the seeds sink, they are still viable; if they float, discard, because they probably will not sprout.
Why did my weed seed sink?
Why do we soak seeds in water for a day?
For most seeds, moisture levels play a big role in alerting a seed to optimal grow times. By soaking the seeds, you can quickly boost the moisture content around the seeds, which signals to the seed that it is now safe to grow.
Why are there tiny seeds in my weed?
If you find seeds in your bud, that means the female cannabis plant came into contact with some pollen from the male plant, which results in your plant getting fertilized and producing seeds. Most growers will remove these plants immediately to ensure that their female plants are not pollinated.