5 short germination tips for Crotalaria spectabilis (Showy rattlebox):
Scarify seeds – Scratch or nick hard coat to speed water uptake.
Pre-soak – Soak in warm water for 12–24 hours before planting.
Warm soil – Maintain 20–30 °C for faster sprouting.
Shallow sowing – Cover 0.5–1 cm deep in well-drained soil.
Consistent moisture – Keep soil slightly moist until seedlings appear.