i nick my seeds then soak in hot water for 24 hours, then put in water soaked seed starting soil , about , well just cover the seed and lightly water on top. then i put them on a heat mat under grow lights. in about 5 to 7 days the flower is coming through . remove from heat mat but keep under light.
daily check to see if they need water.
this is my method.
thanks for looking and helping.