I've been having a good amount of success starting vegetable seeds indoors, but when it comes to starting flower seeds, I just can't seem to get them to germinate. I follow the same process and use the same supplies for both, but nothing seems to grow for the flowers. Should I be changing anything in my approach for starting flowers?
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I've noticed that flower seeds usually take way longer to germinate than vegetable seeds. You might need to be more patient with flowers; I often wait a month before trying again, especially with wildflowers. Just make sure they're kept moist but not soggy, and check out resources from places like Prairie Moon Nursery for good tips on tough flower varieties!
Also, what specific flowers are you trying to grow? Knowing that can help narrow down if they might need any special care or conditions.
Perennials usually take longer to germinate than annuals, and they often grow slower, too. Some flower types need cold stratification to help break their dormancy. Also, if your place is cool, consider using a heat mat—it can really boost germination rates!