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Connecticut, USA

Love the close up!

4/29/2025 3:45:21 PM

Hadley Ny

Yes Ken...it gives a perfect example of when a seedcoating can be pulled. Sometimes the skeen stays attatched to both the cot and shell and you don't want to pull it because it can rip and tear. Anybody got a pic of them attached? Great Photo!!

4/29/2025 4:00:05 PM

Syracuse, NY

It would be totally appropriate to turn the seed coat if you have a knack for seeing the future, in that it's kind of like leverage when something very flat and wet cannot be removed from a countertop until you reach the end of the countertop, like a sliver of ice or similar. So, gently edge-gripping the edges of the seedling at the 'neck' and then with the opposite (thumb) and forefinger pushing/twisting on the edge of the seed coat will amaze those daring to try it. Practice=Perfect, etc.---Hold the beer and twist off the top, lol.
PS---The seed is SO amazing that it has a sheath on the outside AND the inside of the Cotyledons, acting as a friction-free surface - until it gets dried out, then it's a problem.
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4/29/2025 11:18:57 PM

Grittyville, WA

Great photo. Photo contest...

4/30/2025 12:53:08 AM

Nova Scotia

Terrific photos keep them coming!

4/30/2025 8:07:12 AM