I was wondering about how long it takes using the paper towel method to germinate gorilla glue seeds
Was the glue still wet when you started??
…dad joke…
I honestly have no idea.
If you soak them overnight in water, it speeds the process a little. Still takes approximately 48 hours, but can take up to 5 days. Some are just slow to start. In the end it all evens out if you get a slacker or two.
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Thanks for the information it’s been about 5 gays now and still no tap roots on 5 out of 6
I don’t like the paper towel method because it is too easy to let the paper towel dry out and kill your seed.
I soak for 24 hours, (bit less or bit more), and plant directly into moistened medium. (In my case Pro-Mix). As @Covertgrower said, it can take up to 5 days to poke above ground, but usually see sprout in 2-3 days.
Old seeds may need to be scuffed. This will not be an issue with ILGM stock. The seeds here are honestly top shelf.
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How warm is it? How wet is it? All of that makes a difference as well.
Moist not wet,
And 75-80°F
If your good on the environment, it’s just a waiting game. Sometimes they do take longer than 5 days. I say ride it out.
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If your towel dried out you may have an issue. If you soaked first, how long did you soak for?. If you didn’t pre-soak, then you might try that and follow my other post.
Exactly my method @Reticence
The less you handle them the better I feel.
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Yup I agree @Spiney_norman. I have killed a few with paper towel. I have a 100% success rate with the soak and plant method. Pretty much if the seed is viable this method works! 
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Yes, I have had a couple not pop, but seeds are just that way. Even in other plants like peppers or tomatoes some seeds just dont grow.
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