Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

[Guest guest]

n or anyone else,

This article about growing wheat grass says to rinse and drain the seeds 3

times, 8-12 hours each time until tiny roots are starting.  Is this what you

do?

Also I did not get an answer to whether it is OK to freeze wheat grass seeds to

store a large amount, any one know if this is OK?

Thanks,

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But,

we now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel,

and Vermiculite, and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby

Blanket and Tencel are thin organic materials that you soak before planting

upon. They holds moisture and are the least messy and compact mediums we know

of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds moisture supremely, dispenses added

nutrients over time and in general acts much like soil. We think you should try

all of them if you can - there are differences and though they are minimal you

may prefer one method over the other and the only way to know for sure is to

try. Instructions are pretty much the same in all cases, but where there is a

difference we include purple text like this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will

do for Grass! We used sterile bagged soil (usually composted cow manure) when we

were professional growers, but any sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one

with the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will

grow in a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called

" flooded " . When using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting

Tray must also have drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water

at times in the growing process.**When growing Grass: You really

MUST Pre-Sprout it before planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or

your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for

grass, but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated

(fold it up and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold

it). Unfold it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is

to get the pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of

your Planting Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip

Tray. Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the

planting medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain

and though some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay

atop each other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays

of Grass grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass

produces a plant that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize

your yield your seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to

watch is this: If you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen

the amount of grain you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of

an issue the mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate

and seasonal conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff

to learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air

circulation exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or

fungal problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp

Fertilizer if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the

seeds and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots.

Water from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The

Soilless alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift

the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If

the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later

then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as

risky as we make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier

healthy grass.Once again, we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8

and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water

24 hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really,

and not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering

tray up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location

to Green your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want

to go for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant

the seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This

can cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

 

     

[Guest guest]

Some folks plant wheat berries without soaking, but I find it's works better-and

wheatgrass grows quicker if you soak first overnight, then rinse and drain every

8-12 hours or so for a couple of days and then plant once you have berries with

3/4 inch tails. Freezing seeds and is a great way to prolong the shelf life of

them. I do it with no problems. The seeds germinate just fine.

From: nanack909@...

Date: Wed, 1 Dec 2010 07:28:53 -0800

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

n or anyone else,

This article about growing wheat grass says to rinse and drain the seeds 3

times, 8-12 hours each time until tiny roots are starting. Is this what you do?

Also I did not get an answer to whether it is OK to freeze wheat grass seeds to

store a large amount, any one know if this is OK?

Thanks,

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But, we

now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel, and Vermiculite,

and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby Blanket and Tencel are thin organic

materials that you soak before planting upon. They holds moisture and are the

least messy and compact mediums we know of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds

moisture supremely, dispenses added nutrients over time and in general acts much

like soil. We think you should try all of them if you can - there are

differences and though they are minimal you may prefer one method over the other

and the only way to know for sure is to try. Instructions are pretty much the

same in all cases, but where there is a difference we include purple text like

this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will do for Grass! We used sterile bagged

soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any

sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one with

the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will grow in

a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called " flooded " . When

using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting Tray must also have

drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing

process.**When growing Grass: You really MUST Pre-Sprout it before

planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass,

but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated (fold it up

and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold it). Unfold

it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is to get the

pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your Planting

Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip Tray.

Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the planting

medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain and though

some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay atop each

other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays of Grass

grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass produces a plant

that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize your yield your

seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to watch is this: If

you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain

you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the

mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal

conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff to

learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air circulation

exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or fungal

problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer

if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the seeds

and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots. Water

from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The Soilless

alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift the

Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray

is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later then cut back the

next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it

sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.Once again,

we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and

12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24

hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and

not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering tray

up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location to Green

your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want to go

for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant the

seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This can

cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzzies”. This is not a problem, except

that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse it off

when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by planting less

seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated area. In

summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the tray) for

optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

[Guest guest]

,

Thanks for the help.  My juicer just arrived, but there was a foul up on

ordering Ocean Solution so I won't have that for a week and I already starting

soaking the seeds.  a package of Azomite came with a kit I brought but it

doesn't say that it can be diluted for spraying, which seems more convenient

than dumping it on during growing.  OH well, hopefully putting it on the

growing mat  before sowing will be sufficient to get a good crop.

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But, we

now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel, and Vermiculite,

and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby Blanket and Tencel are thin organic

materials that you soak before planting upon. They holds moisture and are the

least messy and compact mediums we know of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds

moisture supremely, dispenses added nutrients over time and in general acts much

like soil. We think you should try all of them if you can - there are

differences and though they are minimal you may prefer one method over the other

and the only way to know for sure is to try. Instructions are pretty much the

same in all cases, but where there is a difference we include purple text like

this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will do for Grass! We used sterile bagged

soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any

sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one with

the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will grow in

a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called " flooded " . When

using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting Tray must also have

drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing

process.**When growing Grass: You really MUST Pre-Sprout it before

planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass,

but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated (fold it up

and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold it). Unfold

it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is to get the

pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your Planting

Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip Tray.

Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the planting

medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain and though

some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay atop each

other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays of Grass

grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass produces a plant

that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize your yield your

seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to watch is this: If

you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain

you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the

mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal

conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff to

learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air circulation

exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or fungal

problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer

if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the seeds

and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots. Water

from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The Soilless

alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift the

Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray

is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later then cut back the

next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it

sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.Once again,

we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and

12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24

hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and

not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering tray

up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location to Green

your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want to go

for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant the

seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This can

cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

 

     

[Guest guest]

Congratulations on your new juicer and wheatgrass settup!Enjoy it in good

health! Does your husband try the things you make?Sprouts? Juice?My husband

won't try the wheatgrass, but has tried most of my other concoctions. 

He and his buddies did enjoy the pommegranate juice I made for their martinis

though. I don't drink alcohol, and the very idea of corrupting that wonderful

juice---yikes! But they all drank it and loved it in the martini. n

[Guest guest]

,It is okay to freeze the seeds. I do soak the seeds overnight and then

drain and rinse until I get a nice little root on them. Then I put them in their

planting medium. I think they grow great this way.EW can tell you whether you

have to do it this way or not. I am quite the amateur here.

n Rollings, PhDNJ Licensed Psychologist #4686www.DrnRollings.com

Until we have the courage to recognize cruelty for what it is--whether its

victim is human or animal--we cannot expect things to be much better in this

world... We cannot have peace among men whose hearts delight in killing any

living creature. By every act that glorifies or even tolerates such moronic

delight in killing we set back the progress of humanity.

Carson

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But,

we now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel,

and Vermiculite, and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby

Blanket and Tencel are thin organic materials that you soak before planting

upon. They holds moisture and are the least messy and compact mediums we know

of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds moisture supremely, dispenses added

nutrients over time and in general acts much like soil. We think you should try

all of them if you can - there are differences and though they are minimal you

may prefer one method over the other and the only way to know for sure is to

try. Instructions are pretty much the same in all cases, but where there is a

difference we include purple text like this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will

do for Grass! We used sterile bagged soil (usually composted cow manure) when we

were professional growers, but any sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one

with the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will

grow in a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called

" flooded " . When using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting

Tray must also have drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water

at times in the growing process.**When growing Grass: You really

MUST Pre-Sprout it before planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or

your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for

grass, but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated

(fold it up and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold

it). Unfold it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is

to get the pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of

your Planting Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip

Tray. Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the

planting medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain

and though some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay

atop each other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays

of Grass grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass

produces a plant that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize

your yield your seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to

watch is this: If you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen

the amount of grain you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of

an issue the mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate

and seasonal conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff

to learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air

circulation exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or

fungal problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp

Fertilizer if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the

seeds and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots.

Water from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The

Soilless alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift

the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If

the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later

then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as

risky as we make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier

healthy grass.Once again, we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8

and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water

24 hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really,

and not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering

tray up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location

to Green your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want

to go for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant

the seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This

can cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

 

     

[Guest guest]

n,

You ain't no amateur, girl, and I am glad you are so willing to help those of us

who are! 

By the way, my second batch of broccoli was great, after a major mess with the

first one.  Apparently, not covering the seed while sprouting it made the

difference, they must need more air circulation even than alfalfa which are also

very tiny seeds.  Learn as you go is certainly the motto for this adventure.

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But,

we now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel,

and Vermiculite, and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby

Blanket and Tencel are thin organic materials that you soak before planting

upon. They holds moisture and are the least messy and compact mediums we know

of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds moisture supremely, dispenses added

nutrients over time and in general acts much like soil. We think you should try

all of them if you can - there are differences and though they are minimal you

may prefer one method over the other and the only way to know for sure is to

try. Instructions are pretty much the same in all cases, but where there is a

difference we include purple text like this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will

do for Grass! We used sterile bagged soil (usually composted cow manure) when we

were professional growers, but any sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one

with the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will

grow in a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called

" flooded " . When using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting

Tray must also have drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water

at times in the growing process.**When growing Grass: You really

MUST Pre-Sprout it before planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or

your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for

grass, but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated

(fold it up and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold

it). Unfold it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is

to get the pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of

your Planting Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip

Tray. Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the

planting medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain

and though some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay

atop each other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays

of Grass grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass

produces a plant that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize

your yield your seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to

watch is this: If you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen

the amount of grain you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of

an issue the mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate

and seasonal conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff

to learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air

circulation exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or

fungal problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp

Fertilizer if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the

seeds and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots.

Water from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The

Soilless alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift

the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If

the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later

then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as

risky as we make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier

healthy grass.Once again, we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8

and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water

24 hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really,

and not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering

tray up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location

to Green your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want

to go for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant

the seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This

can cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

 

     

[Guest guest]

Congrats and best of health w/ the juicer. What type did you order? I did

receive the Ocean Solution and have been using it. The azomite is generally

mixed in to your soil before planting seeds. It's full of minerals to nourish

the seeds as they grow. One other addition I've added to the watering water has

been kelp liquid which has a similar mineral make up to the Ocean Solution. Just

did a shot of homemade/ juiced wheatgrass, and am now following it with a

carrot-celery-apple-ginger juice. Think I overdid the ginger a little as my

heads buzzing. I needed a little extra ginger as I've been battling an oncoming

cold the last couple of days. Congrats again on the new purchase-best of health

to you!

Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

<mailto:%40>

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But, we

now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel, and Vermiculite,

and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby Blanket and Tencel are thin organic

materials that you soak before planting upon. They holds moisture and are the

least messy and compact mediums we know of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds

moisture supremely, dispenses added nutrients over time and in general acts much

like soil. We think you should try all of them if you can - there are

differences and though they are minimal you may prefer one method over the other

and the only way to know for sure is to try. Instructions are pretty much the

same in all cases, but where there is a difference we include purple text like

this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will do for Grass! We used sterile bagged

soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any

sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one with

the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will grow in

a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called " flooded " . When

using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting Tray must also have

drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing

process.**When growing Grass: You really MUST Pre-Sprout it before

planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass,

but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated (fold it up

and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold it). Unfold

it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is to get the

pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your Planting

Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip Tray.

Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the planting

medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain and though

some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay atop each

other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays of Grass

grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass produces a plant

that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize your yield your

seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to watch is this: If

you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain

you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the

mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal

conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff to

learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air

circulation exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or

fungal problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer

if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the

seeds and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots.

Water from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The

Soilless alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift the

Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray

is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later then cut back the

next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it

sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.Once again,

we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and

12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24

hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and

not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering tray

up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location to Green

your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do

more watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow.

It takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the

Tray after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as

tender nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop.

Decide for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you

want to go for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know

what amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread

evenly but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take

my dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you

do have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant the

seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This can

cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

[Guest guest]

I ordered a Hurricane manual juicer. 

I hope Ocean Solution does as well for you as it does for Gino.

Best of Health to you,

...

  From: n Rollings, PhD

<drmarionrollings@...<mailto:drmarionrollings%40>>

  Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

  <mailto:%40>

  Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

  ,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

  Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But, we

now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel, and Vermiculite,

and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby Blanket and Tencel are thin organic

materials that you soak before planting upon. They holds moisture and are the

least messy and compact mediums we know of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds

moisture supremely, dispenses added nutrients over time and in general acts much

like soil. We think you should try all of them if you can - there are

differences and though they are minimal you may prefer one method over the other

and the only way to know for sure is to try. Instructions are pretty much the

same in all cases, but where there is a difference we include purple text like

this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will do for Grass! We used sterile bagged

soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any

sterile bagged

  soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one with

the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will grow in

a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called " flooded " . When

using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting Tray must also have

drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing

process.**When growing Grass: You really MUST Pre-Sprout it before

planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or your Sprouter.

  Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

  Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

  Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

  Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

  Drain off the soak water.

  Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

  and Drain thoroughly.

  Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

  And, perhaps one more...

  Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

  And, conceivably one more...

  Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

  The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

  Soil Note:

  The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

  Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

  Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass,

but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated (fold it up

and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold it). Unfold

it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is to get the

pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your Planting

Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

  Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip Tray.

Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

  Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the planting

medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain and though

some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay atop each

other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays of Grass

grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass produces a plant

that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize your yield your

seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to watch is this: If

you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain

you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the

mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal

conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff to

learn!Cover the planted tray

  with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in.

By inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of

the Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

  Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air

circulation exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or

fungal problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

  70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

  The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in

the soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer

if you like.Water the medium.

  Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the

seeds and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots.

Water from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The

Soilless alternative.

  Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift the

Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray

is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later then cut back the

next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it

sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.Once again,

we do recommend Kelp

  Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too

of course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and

12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24

hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and

not as risky as we

  make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

  Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering

tray up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location to

Green your Grass

  (If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do

more watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow.

It takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

  By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

  We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

  Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the

Tray after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as

tender nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop.

Decide for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you

want to go for multiple cuttings!

  * Notes:

  If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

  1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

  1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

  2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know

what amount of seed to use:

  Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread

evenly but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take

my dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you

do have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant the

seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This can

cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

  Printable Sprouting Instructions

   

       

 

[Guest guest]

,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining

and showing my sister how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should

put Melody on their payroll!  n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm

NJ

[Guest guest]

I do not soak the seeds that I am going to plant in a medium - sunflower, peas

- I don't see the need for it. I don't soak any seeds that I am going to plant

outside in the garden.

ew

Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But, we

now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel, and Vermiculite,

and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby Blanket and Tencel are thin organic

materials that you soak before planting upon. They holds moisture and are the

least messy and compact mediums we know of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds

moisture supremely, dispenses added nutrients over time and in general acts much

like soil. We think you should try all of them if you can - there are

differences and though they are minimal you may prefer one method over the other

and the only way to know for sure is to try. Instructions are pretty much the

same in all cases, but where there is a difference we include purple text like

this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will do for Grass! We used sterile bagged

soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any

sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one with

the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will grow in

a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called " flooded " . When

using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting Tray must also have

drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing

process.**When growing Grass: You really MUST Pre-Sprout it before

planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass,

but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated (fold it up

and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold it). Unfold

it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is to get the

pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your Planting

Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip Tray.

Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the planting

medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain and though

some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay atop each

other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays of Grass

grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass produces a plant

that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize your yield your

seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to watch is this: If

you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain

you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the

mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal

conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff to

learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air circulation

exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or fungal

problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer

if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the seeds

and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots. Water

from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The Soilless

alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift the

Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray

is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later then cut back the

next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it

sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.Once again,

we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and

12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24

hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and

not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering tray

up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location to Green

your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want to go

for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant the

seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This can

cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

[Guest guest]

Maybe I ought to do an experiment... freeze a small amount of seed for a week

and see if it ruins them.  It seems that keeping a 50 lb bag of wheat grass

seed until it is used up could result in some loss of potency, so I hope that

freezing it will not damage it, as some on the forum have said.

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass lighting ideas

Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 9:10 PM

,From Sproutpeople's website on growing wheatgrass, soil, etc.Hope this

helps

Planting Medium: We have grown Grass - on soil - in Trays, for years. But, we

now have alternatives: Soilless mediums Baby Blanket, Tencel, and Vermiculite,

and organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer.Baby Blanket and Tencel are thin organic

materials that you soak before planting upon. They holds moisture and are the

least messy and compact mediums we know of. Vermiculite is a mineral which holds

moisture supremely, dispenses added nutrients over time and in general acts much

like soil. We think you should try all of them if you can - there are

differences and though they are minimal you may prefer one method over the other

and the only way to know for sure is to try. Instructions are pretty much the

same in all cases, but where there is a difference we include purple text like

this.Soil Note: Virtually any soil will do for Grass! We used sterile bagged

soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any

sterile bagged

soil will do. You can find some at your local garden center. You can use

expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. Of course Organic is

best, but it is usually quite costly.Tray Note: Your Planting Tray (the one with

the soil ormedium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Nothing will grow in

a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called " flooded " . When

using Baby Blanket, TencelorVermiculite your Planting Tray must also have

drainage, but we do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing

process.**When growing Grass: You really MUST Pre-Sprout it before

planting.Pre-SproutPut seed* into a bowl or your Sprouter.

Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70 degree) water.

Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all.

Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours.

Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary.

Drain off the soak water.

Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water

and Drain thoroughly.

Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal)

between Rinses.Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours.

And, perhaps one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

And, conceivably one more...

Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours.

The goal is to have a small root before planting.When most of the seeds have

sprouted tiny (1/16-1/8 inch) roots it is time to plant. This is typically after

just 2-3 Rinse andDrain cycles.Planting

Soil Note:

The amount of soil you use is up to you. The reality is this: As your plants

grow they need more and more water. They get their water from the soil. The more

soil you use - the more water it can hold - the less you need to

water.Thoroughly moisten the soil. Allow puddles to dry.

Sometimes you may need to use your fingers to make sure the soil is moist all

the way down to the bottom of the tray. Water, mix, water, mix, etc. Sometimes

you don't have to do that.Baby Blanket/Tencel:

Prepare the pad: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Soak it in water or

better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass,

but we use it when we grow without soil.) until thoroughly saturated (fold it up

and push it into the liquid - use a pot or something similar to hold it). Unfold

it and re-fold differently or do whatever makes sense - the goal is to get the

pad THOROUHGLY soaked. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your Planting

Tray. Proceed...Vermiculite:

Vermiculite absorbs liquid so readily and holds it so supremely that you need

little of it. We use 3 Cups for an 11 x 11 inch tray and 6 Cups for an 11 x 22

inch tray. If you're using another tray, make it 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. Spray

water evenly across the surface then spread it out as evenly as you can. We like

to useKelp Fertilizer enriched water (You don't NEED fertilizer for grass, but

we use it when we grow without soil.) so we just pour it on until thoroughly

saturated and then spread it out. The amount of liquid is this: a little more

than one quart for an 11 x 22 inch tray. You don't want more than a little left

in the Drip Tray. Pour off what water remains above the ridges of the Drip Tray.

Proceed...Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened soil or medium.

Rinse your seeds one last time and then sprinkle them across the planting

medium. Spread them out as evenly as you can. We use a lot of grain and though

some literature will tell you that your seeds should not ever lay atop each

other, we have found from years of experience and thousands of Trays of Grass

grown that that is bunk! You will learn for yourself that Grass produces a plant

that takes up less room than the grain did, and so to maximize your yield your

seeds must lay atop each other to some degree. The thing to watch is this: If

you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain

you plant. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the

mold/fungus is. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal

conditions. And learn as you go - this is really easy and fun stuff to

learn!Cover the planted tray

with an inverted tray (the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. By

inverted I mean that the lip of the Cover Tray rests directly on the lip of the

Planting Tray - so the bottom of the Cover Tray is facing up.Note:

Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air circulation

exists. Without this very minimal air flow you might have mold or fungal

problems.Place in a low-light, room temperature location.

70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures

also.Water lightly once or twice a day.

The goal is to keep the sprouts moist until their roots bury themselves in the

soil/medium - at which point your goal is to keep the soil/medium moist.

Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a garden hose sprayer, hand

sprayer or faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed

and quenched until they bury their roots. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer

if you like.Water the medium.

Once the roots are buried all you need to do is keep the mediummoist - the seeds

and subsequent grass will get the moisture they need through their roots. Water

from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades.The Soilless

alternative.

Baby Blanket and Tencel will dry out more quickly than soil in most

circumstances, so you should either water more often or experiment with our

somewhat risky trick:Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

actually sit in this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants and/or

lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass can drink

in a day and then add more the following day. The amount is dependant on the

climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this

for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in theDrip Tray. Lift the

Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. If the Drip Tray

is dry add more water - if there is still water 24 hours later then cut back the

next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it

sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.Once again,

we do recommend Kelp

Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. Soil growers may use it too of

course, but the soil does have some nutrients already, so it is not nearly as

important for you.Vermiculite holds water better than anything, but the same

method works for it: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. The roots will

eventually grow into this, so don't go crazy - too much can drown your plants

and/or lead to fungal or mold problems. Just leave as much water as the grass

andVermiculite can drink in a day and then add more the following day. The

amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so

you'll have to learn this for yourself. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups

in the Drip Tray. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and

12 hours. If the Drip Tray is dry add more water - if there is still water 24

hours later then cut back the next time you add water. Pretty simple really, and

not as risky as we

make it sound - it is really a time saver and produces happier healthy grass.

Use Kelp Fertilizer too. We probably give more water than is necessary, but we

end up with great crops and the grass keeps growing even after we cut it - even

if we don't add water daily. Vermiculite is great stuff!Uncover your Grass

Wait 3-4 days until it is 1-2 inches tall or until it pushes the covering tray

up (it really will do that - it is cool!)Move to a well lit location to Green

your Grass

(If you use direct sunlight (a very good idea for grass) be prepared to do more

watering). Keep it moist by watering the soil/mediumdaily. Watch it grow. It

takes about 10 days to get to....Harvest

By cutting just above the soil/medium when the Grass is 6 or more inches tall

(actually height is just a matter of yield - you can cut it any time you want

to).Note:

We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut

Grass. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! But, you are

better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must!

Drink More Juice!If you are going to store your crop: During the final 8-12

hours minimize the surface moisture of your Grass - it will store best in your

refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. So if you water try to keep the water

off the plants - just water the soil/medium.Transfer your crop to a plastic bag

or the sealed container of your choice - glass is good - and put them in your

refrigerator.Note:

Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop so you may continue to water the Tray

after you cut your first crop. The 2nd and more so the 3rd crop is not as tender

nor usually as big, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. Decide

for yourself if it is worth it! Vermiculite is the best medium if you want to go

for multiple cuttings!

* Notes:

If using Single Harvest Pack use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or

similar).Or Use:

1/4-1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 4-5 inch square Tray.

1-2 Cups dry grain for an 11 inch square Tray.

2-4 Cups dry grain for for an 11 inch x 22 inch Tray.The surest way to know what

amount of seed to use:

Spread dry seed on the bottom of your sprouter so that the seed is spread evenly

but densely.**As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my

dogma with a grain of salt. You can grow in trays without drainage, but you do

have to be able to drain excess water away. Tipping is a possibility, but we

think it risky indeed, hence my dogma.Once again: The more densely you plant the

seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of grass. This can

cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzziesâ€. This is not a problem,

except that it is unattractive. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse

it off when you harvest the grass. If you hate it - increase air flow by

planting less seed. Additionally, you may move your grass to a better ventilated

area. In summer we grow our grass outside (from the point when we uncover the

tray) for optimal air circulation.

Printable Sprouting Instructions

 

     

[Guest guest]

Thanks for chiming in here on this EW. I buy about a pound at a time and use it

as I go along so I don't freeze seeds. Good to know though.I realize I might

save some money if I did buy more seed in bulk, but the storage factor for me

would become an issue. marion

[Guest guest]

That is funny, about corrupting the pom .juice, I could not agree more.

My husband was into sprouts  ( store bought) for many years, I used to look at

that weird stuff and think he is weird, so he is delighted that I am sprouting

for both of us.  The juice has not materialized yet, and knowing Dwight is not

good at strange tastes I cannot foresee how he will react to it, but possibly a

tiny sip, for the sake of more health giving intake.  He is extremely dedicated

to eating right and not eating what could be off the healthy path.  I am

grateful for that as it makes it less likely that he will end up  with serious

illness or worse. 

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: RE: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 11:14 AM

Congratulations on your new juicer and wheatgrass settup!Enjoy it in good

health! Does your husband try the things you make?Sprouts? Juice?My husband

won't try the wheatgrass, but has tried most of my other concoctions. 

He and his buddies did enjoy the pommegranate juice I made for their martinis

though. I don't drink alcohol, and the very idea of corrupting that wonderful

juice---yikes! But they all drank it and loved it in the martini. n

 

     

[Guest guest]

Where are Melody's videos?  All I could find are photos. 

...

From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining

and showing my sister how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should

put Melody on their payroll!  n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm

NJ

 

     

[Guest guest]

Melody

Can you please post the link to your videos? From my iPod it is hard to do

marion

n Rollings, PhD

NJ Licensed Psychologist #4686

www.DrnRollings.com

908-500-7295

Sent from my IPod Touch

On Dec 2, 2010, at 2:52 PM, Black <nanack909@...> wrote:

> Where are Melody's videos? All I could find are photos.

> ...

>

>

>

> From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

> Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

>

> Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

>

> ,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining

and showing my sister how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should

put Melody on their payroll! n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm

NJ

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi. I haven't been on the computer all day. Just came on now and read these

postings.

Here is a link to one of my sprouting videos. After viewing this, go to the

right and you'll see all of my others.

Melody

> >

> > From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

> > Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

> >

> > Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

> >

> > ,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining

and showing my sister how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should

put Melody on their payroll! n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm

NJ

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Hi Melody,

Thanks for the link to the video sites.

I sprout my seeds in a jar with strainer top too and really like that method.  I

bought a new top the other day but it only fits a wide mouth jar and I did not

have one so will shop for that soon.

I will remember to stack the bean sprouts and get the huge sprouts you have

gotten.  Just going to start some tonight.

I saw your photo of your lighted shelves and like the way you used a floor lamp

to give light to the sprouts, I would never have thought of that  and it sure

looks easier than hanging a light from the ceiling.

Its nice of you to share your videos.

....

From: Melody <eliz7212@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

Date: Thursday, December 2, 2010, 8:53 PM

Hi. I haven't been on the computer all day. Just came on now and read these

postings.

Here is a link to one of my sprouting videos. After viewing this, go to the

right and you'll see all of my others.

Melody

> >

> > From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

> > Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

> >

> > Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

> >

> > ,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining

and showing my sister how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should

put Melody on their payroll! n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm

NJ

> >

> >   

> >

> >       

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

After you view melody's videos, go To .com and view the sprouting

videos there.

ew

Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

> >

> > Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

> >

> > ,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining

and showing my sister how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should

put Melody on their payroll! n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm

NJ

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Melody,

We got the floor lamp like you have, and I forgot to ask you what size bulbs you

use in it?

...

Hi Melody,

Thanks for the link to the video sites.

I sprout my seeds in a jar with strainer top too and really like that method.  I

bought a new top the other day but it only fits a wide mouth jar and I did not

have one so will shop for that soon.

I will remember to stack the bean sprouts and get the huge sprouts you have

gotten.  Just going to start some tonight.

I saw your photo of your lighted shelves and like the way you used a floor lamp

to give light to the sprouts, I would never have thought of that  and it sure

looks easier than hanging a light from the ceiling.

Its nice of you to share your videos.

....

From: Melody

<eliz7212@...>

Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

Date: Thursday, December 2, 2010, 8:53 PM

Hi. I haven't been on the computer all day. Just came on now and read these

postings.

Here is a link to one of my sprouting videos. After viewing this, go to the

right and you'll see all of my others.

Melody

> >

> > From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@...>

> > Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

> >

> > Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

> >

> > ,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear the

broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and learn

a great deal from others

here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining and showing my sister how

to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should put Melody on their payroll!

n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm NJ

> >

> >   

> >

> >       

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Hi.

Sorry it took me so long to respond. My new modem came, and when I tried to

install it, I BLEW ALL THE CIRCUIT BREAKERS. Don't ask me why, I have no idea. I

had to go to the basement (and bother the people downstairs) and re-set the

breakers. Good God, I am so glad I know how to do this. I had to re-set

everything in the computer room and now I'm up and running.

I just took the bulb out and looked at it. It's a 15w curly screw kind of bulb.

You know, the new GREEN one's.

lol

melody

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> > > From: n Rollings, PhD <drmarionrollings@>

> > > Subject: Re: Sprout / wheatgrass Growing

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> > > Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 1:09 PM

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> > > ,Yes, I hope to never stop being curious and learning. Glad to hear

the broccoli crop worked out. It is really tasty.I enjoy this list so much and

learn a great deal from others

> here. Melody's videos were very helpful in explaining and showing my sister

how to use the SproutGarden.I think that company should put Melody on their

payroll! n in rainy, blustery, but fortunately warm NJ

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