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Drncurtis
started grow question 4y ago
How long should I expect to wait for seeds to pop open?
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Disn00f
answered grow question 4y ago
Seeds should crack within 72 hrs.
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PEACEMAKER
answered grow question 4y ago
24 to 48 hrs
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