WOO HOO! I HAVE LIFTOFF! I was so skeptical that I even dug the baby up to make sure it was indeed the Canary Bird seed! Seed source Outside Pride, peat based potting mix (ProMix & Evergreen Top Soil 50/50) and kept outdoors. No heat mat or lights. Days in the low 80's and nights in the low to mid 50's. Nicked and planted about 10 days ago. Keep in mind though this is one seed out of 50 planted. I also got some seeds from Swallowtail Gardens and they suggested nicking and soaking for 72 hours changing the water daily. I've actually been changing the water twice a day because I'm pretty sure the seed coat has a germination inhibitor. They will get potted up tomorrow.