Sophronitis cernua pod: Now what?

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Congratulations on getting to this point. Sophronitis and Cattleya seeds pods are mature enough for green pod sowing at around 140 days. So, personally I would plan on harvesting a green pod at 150 days (five months). If you don't want to attempt sowing the seed yourself, the first step could be check out the websites of labs that offer this service. Most explain the submission of materials and costs right on the web. Also, look at their ability/policy on green pod vs. ripe pod sowing. There are pros and cons to each type of sowing. For me the lab's ability, integrity, and dependability are paramount. Then I would consider the minimum number of replate flasks required (usually only five or ten) and the cost of replates. I always email the lab prior to submitting material. I look at it this way, if communication is slow or poor at that time, will it be any better when they have my plant material?