Scarification (seeds)
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="scarification-seeds"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
The mechanical or chemical abrasion of a hard seed coat to allow water uptake and germination. Hard-coated seeds of legumes (sweet pea, morning glory, lupins) may be nicked with a file, rubbed with sandpaper, or soaked in warm water to break dormancy before sowing.
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