after they sprout. I often don't heed this advice and move my freshly sprouted tray of plants only to shock the poor little guys and loose half the litter. The plants sprouted on that window sill and will do their best in the same location. For succulents and bulbs a thin layer of sterilized crushed gravel on the top of the soil is a nice touch that should increase your odds. If you notice moss or algae growing a spray of diluted rubbing alcohol will eliminate them without hurting your seedlings. Some seeds from cold climates require a cold period to sprout properly, others need a smoke treatment. A quick research into the plant's native habitat might give you some clues. Last but not least, properly label your pots. We might like to believe we have a good memory but 3-6-9 months later you might not remember. Sometimes I use codes and write my info inside a book. Granted this is a pretty thick manual on seed sowing and you can change the recipe however you see fit. Depending on what I'm growing I skip a step or two, but have known to regret such decisions. Pansies, petunias and parsley might not require such rigorous methods, but if your sowing the strange and unusual, why not give yourself the best chance of success. Having just paid $1.00 a seed for some Dendroseris litoralis seeds and I don't see a point in taking shortcuts. Tips and tales about gardening in one