The seeds of revolution may lie in you ready to sprout forth.
It doesn't matter whether the seed is lying flat or standing on edge.
The new seeds will then lie dormant in the soil, waiting for the next fire.
The seeds that don't germinate will lie dormant, getting a good cold treatment over the winter.
In many cases, viable seed lies dormant for years before it grows.
The seeds lie in wait for just the right moment.
It is because the seed of these plants has lain dormant, sometimes for many years.
The days grow longer and the wild seeds lie scattered on the snow.
Sometimes naturally formed seed lies dormant through the winter season.
The seeds are tough and may lie dormant in soil for many years.