Palm tree seeds

I have some palm tree seeds. Do I cut the hard shell off before I plant them or plant them the way they are. Does anyone know ?

 

Which palm? Trachycarpus fortunei?

 

You need to scar the shell a bit. You'll see if a seed is there and the watering will be easier.

 

Thank you. I will try that. They seem not to be doing anything

 

General information for germination of palm seed: Palm Seed Germination, Growing Palm Trees From Seed.