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Thanks so much for your comment and interest. Yes, Nasturtiums are just so versatile, useful and of course edible. According to many scientific studies, they have antibiotic properties and one of the key compounds has been found to aid respiratory issues. Enjoy your harvest. Cheers Anne

Many thanks for your feedback.

Thank you for sharing your experience with moon gardening. There's a body of scientific evidence supporting the increased germination of seeds in the new moon phase and around the full moon. This is when the water table rises and soil moisture is at its highest. I'm pleased to hear you have had great results, as I have for the past 14 years. Storing your seeds in the dark in a cool place like the fridge helps extend their life too. Great advice. Happy planting! Cheers Anne

Hi there, thanks for your question. I don't have a video on the actual planting or harvesting of the sprouted garlic yet but it's just a matter of burying the bulb below the soil to stem level in well-prepared soil. See the article link above for these details. It is harvested just the same as regularly planted garlic (i.e. just the cloves). However, I think this method speeds up the time to harvesting and that can make a difference if you sow late in the season or there's poor weather. Hope all goes well for you. Cheers Anne

Great to hear! Thanks for the feedback. I use these so often in my garden to get seedlings up to a point where they are strong enough to stand on their own and not vulnerable to attack. You can reuse whatever type of container you have over and over. One tip I've found useful but not on the video is that if you are in a windy zone, put a bamboo skewer or small twig INSIDE the cloche to 'peg' it into the ground. This works well to lock the cloche in place on windy days and also stops seedlings drying out quickly. Good luck!

Yes, this is correct. Identical to the parent plant or true-to-type.

Hi Brad, thanks for the feedback. I have found the 1.25L bottles or larger bottles work best. The middle section is tall enough to support young seedling growth until they are robust enough to remove it. Some juice or milk bottles work well too. It's particularly good for crops that are vulnerable to pests. e.g. the Brassica or cabbage family that get attacked by white cabbage moths and butterflies. They just can't get their bodies down the tube to lay their eggs! It has saved many a plant for me over the years. This is just a concept to sow the idea and inspire your creativity with what you can recycle from home!

Thanks Anne. Glad you found this simple idea helpful. Keeps plastic bottles out of landfills too. :)

You are so welcome Rusty!

Thanks Mary. Great to meet a fellow gardener with a passion for working with nature. Every creature in our home garden ecosystems has a role to play. Enjoy your garden. It's great therapy. :)

Hi Debbi, we typically sow garlic in March and April. Today and tomorrow are actually ideal planting days for root crops right now! So if you have a bulb ready you can sow. You can also speed up the process by pre-sprouting. See my how-to video @ facebook.com/TheMicroGardener/videos/1160037694763401/. I haven't yet uploaded to YT. I have sown garlic as late as August and still got a harvest in November. It needs the cooler weather though to develop bulbs fully. Try Glen Large or Italian Pink varieties. They grow well here. Cheers Anne

@@annegibson-themicrogardene6685 thanks Anne. I have the same moon calendar so will have to get cracking. I'll see if I can find those varieties at the Yandina market

@@debbi945 Try Green Harvest at Witta, Maleny and The Seed Collection online.

@@annegibson-themicrogardene6685 thank you

Thanks for sharing your tip.

fresh or dried ? thanks

@@LittlePieceOfHeaven.65 I haven't used the banana peel method but aphids are sap-sucking insects. I find the quickest way to get rid of them is to try a sharp hose spray for 2-3 days which will dislodge many of them. If only aphids are present, you can try making a DIY oil and soap spray as a last resort. Be careful as you can harm beneficial insects as well as aphids. Oil sprays work to smother them so they can't breathe. To make: Pour 250ml vegetable oil + 50ml liquid soap into a large jar with a secure lid. Shake vigorously until it's well blended. Label the white oil spray and store it in a cool location. To use, shake well and add 1 tablespoon of this concentrate to 1 litre of water. You need to drench the aphids completely so they suffocate. You can also use it on small caterpillars, leaf miners, mealy bugs, mites and scale. Avoid using oil spray on days when the temperature will exceed 30 degrees to prevent leaf scorch. Spray when it's cool in the early morning or late afternoon. You’re less likely to harm beneficial insects like bees because they won’t be as active at this time. Hope this helps. Cheers Anne

@@annegibson-themicrogardene6685 thanks! i make one with neem oil. just curious if the banana peel would work ...especially around Vegetable plants.

@@LittlePieceOfHeaven.65 Some people claim the chopped banana peels act as a deterrent due to the smell but there's no definitive research I have seen. Worth a try and would love to know if it works for you! Happy experimenting.

Thanks Jo. I have been using the same perpetual (buy once, use forever) sustainable Moon Calendar for over 10 years. I love that it helps support the Aussie farmers who designed it based on 40 yrs of keeping records, in their retirement. Every living thing on the planet is connected and plants innately respond to the moon's cycles in many ways. I've noticed so many patterns by tuning in to the moon phases each month over the past 10 yrs. I've seen Nature's timing at work. Like bananas 'birthing' their giant heavy flower stems around the full moon. I now understand why - because this is when the sap flow in the plant is highest and the mother banana has the most energy to push it out! It never happens during the waning moon when sap flow is low. Just one example of the interesting aspects of moon gardening.

Great idea. Love the living privacy wall concept. Once the seedlings are tall enough to grow some leaves out the top of the cloche, I find they are strong enough and protected enough to survive. That's when I remove the cloche. You can also put a netted onion bag over the top if you really need to. I've found that also works well. Hope this helps and good luck!

Is there a way you attach it to ground so it doesn't blow away or get moved by critters? Thank you!

@@kathleenfrack1740 Hi Kathleen, I just twist the cloche into the soil about 2cm (1") or so. You can also 'peg' it down if you are concerned about high winds or rodents etc. I sometimes use old bamboo skewers to hold them in place and they work really well. I hope this helps.

Thanks so much. This repurposed bottle crop protection strategy works really well for the cabbage family (kale, broccoli, rocket, cabbages etc) that get attacked by the cabbage white butterfly and moth caterpillars. The mothers can't reach the leaves to lay their eggs! At least not until the plants have established and are 20cm (8") tall. So they have a chance at surviving.

It's round though, since it stretches out in all direction

@@rbellionrises9851 I respect your beliefs

@@bloodsthicker5651 What's yours?

@@rbellionrises9851 I've none

@@bloodsthicker5651 Not the answer I hoped for lol

It has a fascinating influence on all forms of water on the earth - from human bodies to soil moisture, plant sap, the water table and the tides, plus much more! I hope you enjoy the journey of planting in harmony with the moon Shea.

Hi there, thanks for your comment. That's true. Some people do grow microgreens hydroponically but micros that are grown in 'soil' or seed-raising mix media (such as compost/coir etc) are, in my experience and opinion, vastly superior in nutrient-value, flavour and speed of germination. I've found they last up to 2 weeks in my growing media so I'm harvesting the most nutritious food possible just before serving. The soil microbes are part of this process and hydroponic growing misses out on this. The baby plants are fed by the microbes via the roots, which convert minerals and trace elements into bio-available plant food. So if the microbes are missing in a hydro system (replaced by liquid food but not as it occurs in nature), it makes sense they are nutritionally inferior in comparison. If you read studies about the nutritional value of food grown in soil vs hydroponically, you'll see this is the case. The point of growing microgreens for me personally, is to get the absolute best nutrient value and flavour on the plate to support good health. This is one article that has an interesting comparison (www.itsmysustainablelife.com/growing-microgreens-hydroponics-vs-soil/) but if you search Google Scholar, you'll see research papers on this interesting subject. Food for thought! Cheers Anne :)

@@annegibson-themicrogardene6685 I planted some two days ago in an organic soil conditioner/top soil. I agree with soil makes it best.

If you start with a packet of seeds, you can save your own by collecting the dried seeds after the flowers die. Then you'll never have to buy them again. Hope this helps. :)

Quite right. Thanks for saying it

I used to not use it and sometimes my germination rates would be poor, I really do believe it helps in germination at the very least! Have worked in professional greenhouses and been growing for forty years. I am also Biologist, I know it's easier being a sceptic but at least give it a try. experiment before you slam it. On bigger nuttier seeds like beans and corn planting on waxing moon does give better germination, over years have experimented much with it, if it effects tides why wouldn't it effect water in plants? I plant by it now! from 3 days after new moon to 4 days before full is best time. I actually run a small seed company so my income depends on success.

Thanks for the feedback and share. I'll check out your channel too.

Beets prefer cooler seasons but do best in full sun. Beets are members of the Chenopodiaceae family and cousins to chard, spinach, lamb's quarters and amaranth, so make sure you crop rotate if you have grown any of those plants in the same pot or spot. Sow pre-soaked seeds directly where you want your plants to grow. 12 mm (1/2 in) deep in rows 30 cm (1 ft) apart. Keep the soil moist. Thin out to 10 cm apart. Because each seed yields multiple plants you can transplant your thinnings or enjoy as 'baby' salad greens. Beetroot is a heavy feeder so I prepare the soil by adding compost or organic fertiliser and mulch well. Start picking when still 'baby beet' size because older roots can get woody - and you get to eat sooner! The leafy tops are delicious as cooked greens but I add the young ones to salads. See my video on using Beet leaves, roots and stems for more tips. ruclips.net/video/44H2_zaW0sM/видео.html

Thanks for sharing your tip! I'll do some research on freezing beets. They are packed with phytonutrients unique to purple coloured foods.

Very nice video!

@@dukerton15 Many thanks!

Thank you! Cheers!

South Africa was established as a half-waypoint for Europeans trying to get to India by ship. Its sole purpose for years was being a veggie patch. Simon Van der Stel was the curator of this garden and kept a diary of his endeavours. look it up. May not tell you the why, But certainly documents the 'how:

Thank you for your support. :)

It's a great question Angela and I understand why it may appear to be a waste of seed. There are different reasons for growing microgreens to meet a variety of needs. The key reason is NUTRIENT VALUE. According to a 2012 research study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, “In general, microgreens contain considerably higher concentrations of vitamins and carotenoids than their mature plant counterparts, although large variations were found among the 25 species tested. In comparison with nutritional concentrations in mature leaves, the microgreen cotyledon leaves possessed higher nutritional densities.” The research studies found plants picked and eaten at this stage of growth rather than at maturity, contained between 4-40% more nutritional value. I also make my own seed raising mix with specific minerals and trace elements which further enhance the bioavailability of nutrients, so I can eat the most nutrient-dense food possible for good health. In addition, these are a few more key benefits of intensively planting seeds as microgreens. 1. Quick to grow: from ‘seed to feed’ in just 1-3 weeks depending on which variety you choose. This is important for people who need a source of nutrients from raw living foods in a short timeframe. 2. You can grow an incredible number of plants in a tiny area = high yield to space ratio. A perfect solution for urban living and people with no room or time for a garden. 3. Minimal cost, time and effort required for a ‘fast food’ healthy harvest of organic greens. For those on a budget, this is an affordable solution. 4. Simple requirements. You just need access to good light (e.g. a well-lit bench indoors), a tray/suitable shallow container, water and a growing medium. They're easy to grow even for beginners. 5. Suitable for all climates. Produce fresh living greens for salads, sandwiches, soups and garnishes in the heat of summer or cold of winter. In our subtropical summer, microgreens are a solution to salad ingredients when lettuces, rocket/arugula and spinach crops tend to bolt to seed in the heat. i.e. you can still eat those vegetables as microgreens even when the climate isn't suitable to grow to maturity. Perfect for people with short growing seasons too. 6. Indoor edible garden. You can grow microgreens indoors on a sunny windowsill or kitchen bench. They are also suited to a mini greenhouse, or outdoors on your balcony, covered porch or shade house with no need for a garden. I have clients who take a tray travelling when sailing, camping and caravanning just so they have fresh ingredients to eat! 7. Most importantly they provide nutrient-dense food. Microgreens contain digestible vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that provide a wide variety of nutritional health benefits. They are packed with flavour, colour, texture, living enzymes and nutrients. For many, these are the only source of raw ingredients they will eat with a meal. 8. No loss of nutrient value. When you harvest your microgreens just before serving, this maximizes nutrients. Most people shop for vegetables and herbs and by the time they eat them, their nutritional value is significantly reduced. 9. Fantastic value. Many varieties such as peas, mustard, sunflowers and leafy greens will regrow and produce several harvests, not just one. My tray of pea microgreens lasts for 6 weeks. 10. Variety of flavours/textures. Microgreens have a delicate crunchy texture and can be used as garnishes to add flavour and colour. To save money, I suggest purchasing seeds in bulk packs once you know what varieties you like as it's much cheaper. I hope this helps answer your question.

@@annegibson-themicrogardene6685 that's awesome answer. Are there any microgreens that grow and cut more than once? I've looked and can't find any

@@angelasheppard7197 Hi Angela, you can keep harvesting from quite a few herbs and leafy green vegetables by snipping above at least 2 remaining leaves on the stem. i.e. allowing the plant to regrow these leaves in a few days or over a period of weeks. HOW you harvest is just as important as when, so you can maximise your investment. Think of it like tip pruning if you like! A few of the best value varieties I grow are peas (I get around 6 weeks from a tray of pea seeds) with fresh sprout greens daily. Just keep rotating where you harvest from to allow them to keep growing. Mustard greens, rocket/arugula, radish, spinach and kale are all great value too.

Thanks Fran. Hope you're enjoying your winter season - not sure how much planting you do at this time of year. Our subtropical climate allows me to grow food 24/7 365 days of the year so always something happening! I am enjoying the moderate temps before the heat and humidity returns.

Hey thanks Mo! Great to hear from you and hope you're well. I always look forward to your feedback. Happy gardening.

I scarcely go on Facebook anymore, so except for the rare occasion when I do check my feed, I nowadays see your updates through your monthly newsletters, and now this video. I love the audible and palpable warmth and passion in your voice for your work, and how connected you are to nature. 🐝🦋 It’s very inspiring, and I continue to learn so much from you. Hope you’re well, too. 🤗

Aww Mo, you're such a sweetie. Thank you for your feedback - I value it very much. I've missed our friendly chats! Nature truly keeps me grounded and gives such a depth of perspective in life. I love nothing more than being a student in Nature's Classroom and sharing what I see and learn. I hope to share more videos soon. Take care. :)

Anne Gibson - The Micro Gardener - Looking forward to the videos. 😊

@@MoPoppins Plan to share another one soon!

Hi there - great question! Yes. The gravitational pull of the moon influences water all over the earth. If you think about the tides, you will see this occur at sea level with the water rising and falling daily. The moon phases also affect moisture in the water table, soil and plant sap. This influence is less visible so many gardeners don't even know the moon has an impact on how their garden grows. So, plants in raised beds will still be influenced by the pull of water upwards or downwards at different times of the month. If there's moisture in the soil, it will be drawn upwards into the plant's leaves, stems, flowers, seeds and fruit, or downwards into the root zone. This happens every month, all around the world. I've grown so many crops and ornamentals in raised beds over the last 10 years and you can see the results just the same as you do in the ground. I treat my garden as a laboratory and always experimenting! If you take a hit-and-miss approach to planting, fertilising, propagating and raising seeds, then you'll see results vary. You might accidentally get it timed in with the ideal moon phase one month, but not the next! That's often why many gardeners blame the seeds, weather, soil, etc when their plants fail. When you start to work WITH the moon phases, you get consistent results because you have more control over the outcome. Hope that helps! Cheers Anne

the bible says nothing about gardening by the moon. in fact is condemns those who use moon and zodiac signs to order their lives. moon gardening is pagan in origin and if you are a believer you should not pay attention to it. think about it, today is not a good day to plant based on the farmer's almanac which uses moon phases and its position within the zodiac to determine those things. however in 6 days it is said to be a good day for above ground crops. this is based on the moon's effect on water in the ground as well as in crops. those seeds are not filled with water like plants would be and when you plant it is best to water them anyway. by watering your garden at the start it nullifies any effect the moon could possibly have on its beginning. once plants get going they will have the same phases of the moon as any planted at the so called right time.

@@paulk5311 I'm sorry you cannot accept the TIME PIECE in the sky that YHWH gave us.

I know I'm kinda randomly asking but do anyone know a good site to watch newly released movies online?

Flat Earth Vegans ...your head is flat lol

Your brain is flat

My pleasure Eric. Glad you found this video helpful.

Thanks so much for your positive feedback Isabel. I loved sharing the summer gardening tips at the workshop with you today and your questions and eagerness to learn are inspiring and why I love doing this work. Seeing your successes (yay - those pumpkins already!) is part of MY joy in walking on the journey WITH you. I know over the next year that your garden is going to thank you by rewarding you with an abundance of produce as you feed and nourish it. Knowing which plants love the different microclimates in your garden and meeting their needs will also make a huge difference. I can't wait to see photos of your banana circle filling out and becoming more productive. Enjoy planting in this next new moon phase for some quick results. Happy gardening Isabel. x Anne

Hi there. This Moon Calendar is a perpetual one (buy once, use forever) so it's very sustainable and good value. It's available from Amazon @ www.amazon.com/dp/B00QYCL76O. I've been using it for 8+ years. Hope this helps. Cheers Anne :)

Thanks for the feedback Patricia and glad you enjoyed the video.

Thanks Pepe. Appreciate your feedback. :)

Thanks so much for your feedback and welcome. I listened to some of your music and it's amazingly relaxing. My mum was a remedial therapist for many years and played similar tracks for her clients while they had their massage. Most fell asleep! Nature sounds are so beautiful - have subscribed to your channel for my fix! Micros in small containers are ideal for indoor gardens so long as you have sufficient light or even a grow light. Rocket and radish are very fast growing varieties and well suited to growing as microgreens. The fastest (healthy) food you can grow! I transplant many of mine into the garden as well and grow my babies and toddlers into adult plants. It's an easy way to raise seedlings. I've taken a video of transplanting microgreens out into the garden so once it's ready, will also share with you. I think you'll enjoy it. Try to source organic seeds or those labelled for microgreens/sprouting as they are not treated with fungicides. You want to grow and eat safe food. If you have trouble, let me know where you're located and I'll try to help you.

www.trueleafmarket.com Watch my videos to see what I know about microgreens :)

Thanks Marty for dropping by. Great to connect with a fellow fan of microgreens. I've been growing them for about 6 years up on the Sunshine Coast and demonstrating them at workshops and events to spread the word and inspire people to grow in small spaces. It can be challenging through summer with some varieties in this heat. Hope you enjoy your new job and gardens. All the best! Cheers Anne :)

Thanks for the feedback and welcome! Saves money and avoids landfill by repurposing punnets. Have fun sowing seeds. :)

Thank you! I'm a beginner on growing micro greens and your vids are a great help!

Happy to help. I have LOTS of extra tips on my website to make growing microgreens quick and easy too. See the notes under this video for a link to get your free download and 12 tips on growing healthy babies. Each article will also take you to other articles on related topics so you can learn quickly and avoid mistakes. Now (this time of the new moon cycle) is ideal for sowing above ground crops e.g. lettuce, spinach, herbs etc but NOT beetroot or radish (root crop) microgreens. You will get faster germination if you sow in the next few days. :) Cheers Anne

I will check out your website shortly and subscribed to your FB-page too :) Thanks for all the tips!

Thanks for becoming part of this gardening community - look forward to sharing more tips with you soon. I also have a free newsletter with regular tips and new articles. You can join here and get 2 complimentary eBooks: themicrogardener.com/get-free-newsletter-updates-ebook/. Enjoy! Anne