Seed Germination Problem

[safi310]

I have sown some Rananculas and Gazania seeds. its been around 18 to 19 days that they have not germinated !
My sowing method is to place seeds systematically on the sowing surface and sprinkle peat moss above it , Is there something wrong with this method ? Or whether it will take more time for them to germinate ?
By the way I am from Lahore , if temperature conditions have to be considered .

[khabbab]

you are too late for seed sowing these species in lahore. Buy their seedlings instead.

[safi310]

And exactly whats the perfect time for sowing ?

[ahussain]

Do nor buy your seeds from the same vender. How deep did you plant the seeds?

[khabbab]

And exactly whats the perfect time for sowing ?

Mid october to First week of november

[safi310]

Do nor buy your seeds from the same vender. How deep did you plant the seeds?

I placed them on the soil surface of the pot and spread peat over it , thats make it about 3 to 4 cm deep

[AhmadIrfan]

Do ranunculus seeds germinate in lahore?? i've tried it many time and given up, i have started sowing the last year roots for ranunculus.