short tips for germinating Cordia sinensis seeds:

🌿 1. Scarify the hard seed coat Lightly nick or sand the outer coat to help water enter and speed up germination.

🌿 2. Soak before planting Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours to soften them.

🌿 3. Use sandy, well-draining mix A mix like sand + garden soil + compost works best—avoid heavy, waterlogged soil.

🌿 4. Warm conditions help Keep temperature around 25–35°C for faster and better germination.

🌿 5. Light moisture, not soggy Keep soil slightly moist—overwatering can cause rot; germination may take 2–4 weeks.