Elivs, these are the instructions I use to germinate my seed.I'm not saying xeolyte way does not work I have never tried them that way. I do cut a sliver of the seed off, soak in hand hot water overnight, place seed in wet paper towel in ziploc bag, place bag in a warm area with light but not direct sun light. It usually takes 3 to 5 days for seed to sprout, plant sprout down and do NOT cover other end of seed. If I have a couple that has not sprouted I cut off another sliver and start process over. I do agree that I think yours do not get enough sun and thats why they are not blooming. I am in Louisiana we have a much hotter, humid and longer summer than you do in zone 3/4. Good Luck!! Hope this works as easy for you as it did me. Sherri

Does any one have any seed or plants for trade? I'm looking for both. The creamy multi colored one, Vigna caracalla and the purple one, Phaseolus caracalla. Just tell me what you're looking for in exchange and I probably have it!

Rodger, I have snail vine cuttings these are the purple flower variety here is link to a picture of mine this is a picture from this year.The date stamp is incorrect as I hadn't figure out how to adjust it at the time. If you don't have anything to trade I can send for postage. Let me know as I can take cuttings at anytime now!They root very easily in dirt. Colleen/darmadoll :0) Here is a link that might be useful:

Hello! I am looking for canavalia gladiata (sword jack bean) and also snail vine seed. Does anyone have any seeds of either for trade? Thanks, Jennifer