first step after you want yo germation from seeds, Fill a large bowl with seed-starting mix and mix in a little water to evenly moisten the soil. All have been cold stratified and are ready to be grown or placed in fridge until you are ready to germinate. Sunlight supports the germination process by warming the soil. Although uncommon, some seeds need direct contact with sunlight to germinate. Once leaves have sprouted, sunlight is the primary energy source for plant growth through the process of photosynthesis. A seed has everything it needs to begin a new life. And remember Too much or too little water is the most likely reason for seeds not germinating. With too little or no water, seeds remain dormant.