Seedlings have shell still on them

[VapedOutJoe]

Do you let the seedlings push the seed shell off themselves, or give them a bit of help? If you help, how do you help?
Same question, worded differently.
If you have a seedling that is 1/2 inch tall and has the cotyledons covered by the shell still, should you tweezer the shell off?

Thanks for the info

Laterz

 

[Droopy Dog]

Leave it alone. You try and tweezer it, more than likely you will injure the seedling.

You could put a drop of water on the shell to help soften it and let the seedling shrug it off.

DD

 

[DustyOldBones]

Agreed, it's normal

 

[VapedOutJoe]

Sweet! Thanks everyone. I've read both sides of the story, but wasn't sure what was best. Keeping it moist sounds like a good bet.