I wet a paper towel with warm water and fold the seeds inside. I then place the whole thing inside of a zip lock bag in a cool dark place. I leave the zipper part of the bag open and have had 100% success rate.
I only popped one from the pack and from following yours I’m certain I have the tall needy one. I’m week 2/3 of flower and waiting for Gaia green top dress to become available as I’m seeing some yellowing at the base that’s slowly working it’s way up.