The Tough-Seed Herb Germination Playbook
How to start stubborn herb seeds indoors—with a pro-grade, low-drama setup
Some herbs germinate like they’re late for work. Others take their time, sprout unevenly, or refuse entirely unless you give them the conditions they want. A good example is alpine strawberry seeds.
The good news: “tough seeds” are usually not bad seeds—they’re just picky about temperature, moisture, light, and sometimes a …



