Germination & Seedling Development at Cookies One Log

At Cookies One Log, every step of the R&D program is intentional, and germination is no exception. After seeds have been harvested, selected, and labeled, the next phase is to bring them to life. Germination is where carefully chosen seeds are encouraged to sprout, testing their strength and potential before moving deeper into the program.

The process begins simply: seeds are kept in the right conditions until their shells split. From there, they are planted and begin to push upward, developing into seedlings. These sprouts may look small, but they represent the first visible proof of genetic potential. Strong roots and healthy growth at this stage are critical. Only seedlings that show vigor will move forward into the next phases of cultivation and evaluation.

Not every seed makes it through this step, and that is by design. Each seedling is a chance to evaluate traits early in the process, ensuring only the most promising candidates advance. This step is the bridge between raw genetics and the rigorous pheno-hunting that defines Cookies breeding projects. Each of those selected seeds is a vault, holding the unique genetic potential from parent plants like Frozen Grapes, Blueberry Caviar, and G.S.C. Until germination, that potential remains dormant, waiting to emerge. This stage is all about unlocking it, transforming carefully crafted genetics into visible seedlings.

This stage, from a dormant seed to a thriving seedling, is where genetic theory meets horticultural practice. It is another meticulous, patient step in the ongoing mission. The R&D program at Cookies One Log is designed to constantly test these unique sprouts, knowing that only a select few will have what it takes to carry the Cookies name.

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