PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS for LILY seeds: Place seeds in the refrigerator in slightly moist paper towels for 6 weeks to cold stratify seeds. Keep paper towels moist but not wet. They need to think they went through winter. Then soak seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours. Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in potting soil. Water lightly, keep soil moist. Cover container with clear plastic wrap. Take wrap off every couple of days to allow fresh air and to avoid mold. Seeds will take 4 to 6 weeks to germinate and sprout depending on soil temperature and conditions, germination times vary widely, Please be patient when germinating seeds and continue to maintain them. It will be worth your time.