seed germination

[Judy McCann]

I have been reading the archives about seed germination and have a few
questions.  Most messages confirm the "paper towel" method to begin.  Do you
need bottom heat for this part?  After germination begins, do you place them
in agar or soil, if so what mixture has been successful for most?  I guess
the school teacher in me wishes for step by step.  Most of the archive
messages on germination are one or two years old, any new methods or
suggestions? You can e-mail me directly if you feel the list may not need to
repeat this general information.  Thanks
Judy McCann
Virginia  zone 7