Coriander: Sow seed in spring in situ  seedlings do not transplant well. The Âseeds are technically the fruit, each containing 2 true seeds. Germination can be improved by rubbing the fruits until the 2 seeds separate. Soak the seeds for 3-4 days, changing the water twice daily, then dry the seeds for 8 hours before planting. Sow seeds about 5mm deep.

Parsley: haven't you heard that parsley seeds must go to the devil and back 7 times before they germinate?? It could take several weeks. Seeds should be planted about 5mm deep. You may have soaked the seeds for too long. Usually overnight is enough to scarify them.

Patience, patience. It takes time to make babies!

no i hadnt heard it was such a pain in the butt to sow parsley. and i am entirely too impatient to wait to so them in situ (i know patience is a virtue.... one i do not have lol.)ugh... i guess i will just have to talk to the soil until i get some babies. oh, i potted up my basil, and as i was staring intently at my tray, willing babies to pop up, i noticed one itty bitty oregano seedling, and on itty bitty thyme seedling!!! yay for them. and i guess i must have dropped a cilantro seed way down in the tray because when i pulled out the basils there was two little cilantros about an inch tall, just trying to make it to the surface. so i helped him out and potted him up as well. so we will see how he does. :)

Yes, some seeds can take a month to sprout. As with cilantro, it likes cooler weather and isn't usually started in pots as transplants. I collect asparagus seeds, and these take about a month to start sprouting. I would avoid Miracle Grow, most all of their products tend to be high in harsh chemicals. Many seeds need light to germinate, while others do better in the dark. Additionally, some seeds germinate better at about 75-80 degrees, while some sprout at about 55-65. Its all in what your planting.