I'd suggest avoiding the compost since its usually high in nitrogen. You normally don't want any(or very little) fertilizers early on
I've never had a problem with the paper towel method, I call it the fool proof method and reccommend it especially for stubborn seeds. I assume the problems arise when the paper towel is too wet or too warm, or poor quality water(improper ph, nutrients, chlorine etc.)
I've never had a problem with the paper towel method, I call it the fool proof method and reccommend it especially for stubborn seeds. I assume the problems arise when the paper towel is too wet or too warm, or poor quality water(improper ph, nutrients, chlorine etc.)