Hey, THP!
This year I am trying unsuccessfully to grow from seed Aji Panca, 7 Pot Yellow and Primo, Carolina Reapers, Wild Brazil, Black Chiltepin, and Fatalii -- many of these were purchased from Refining Fire Chiles. I soaked one batch of seeds in a weak bleach solution, and another in a weak tea, both for 30 minutes; they were then transferred into a damp paper towel in a bag. After 3 weeks or so, the only seeds I had germinate were the yellow 7's and my cayenne cross, both of which popped within the first week. It is possible I have cooked my seedlings, as the seeds have been exposed to temperatures at least over 90F, but I am not sure, as some sources claim anything over 85F is dangerous while others say seeds can germinate at temperatures over 100F. My house stays around 68 degrees but can get cooler at night. I am struggling to find a place in the house that stays consistently warm in the "Goldilocks zone" of seed starting, so any good instructions on a DIY heating pad that maintains a steady temperature would be of use. I realize this question has probably been asked a hundred times, but please help me with your advice on starting these varieties.
Thank you!
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This year I am trying unsuccessfully to grow from seed Aji Panca, 7 Pot Yellow and Primo, Carolina Reapers, Wild Brazil, Black Chiltepin, and Fatalii -- many of these were purchased from Refining Fire Chiles. I soaked one batch of seeds in a weak bleach solution, and another in a weak tea, both for 30 minutes; they were then transferred into a damp paper towel in a bag. After 3 weeks or so, the only seeds I had germinate were the yellow 7's and my cayenne cross, both of which popped within the first week. It is possible I have cooked my seedlings, as the seeds have been exposed to temperatures at least over 90F, but I am not sure, as some sources claim anything over 85F is dangerous while others say seeds can germinate at temperatures over 100F. My house stays around 68 degrees but can get cooler at night. I am struggling to find a place in the house that stays consistently warm in the "Goldilocks zone" of seed starting, so any good instructions on a DIY heating pad that maintains a steady temperature would be of use. I realize this question has probably been asked a hundred times, but please help me with your advice on starting these varieties.
Thank you!
Unrelated question: is it possible for seeds to survive a dehydrator?