good info. i pour boiling water over all new dirt i bring to my indoor grow station before planting. it has really helped with the dreaded gnats. you've inspired me to start sprouting again :-)
I think I've been saying some words wrong. Thanks for another great video. I have not had as much success with the coir. I just get too much coir in the greens.
661Justice, don't cover the small seeds with another layer of coir, just sprinkle the seeds on top and cover to keep in the humidity. You can mist the seeds too, but if you cover them up with coir then the coir will get on them as they grow. Hope that helps!
The mystery of how to pronounce "Coir" has been solved, thanks! It might be just me, but your favorite gnats seem to love that stuff. I suggest full-court press early in the game.
Hello gth042, thanks for the comment. We should really call it Coco peat or pith, and not have to worry about how to pronounce it, right? As for the gnats, I've been watering with BTI infused water and it seems to be working. Thanks for the comment!
I come from a tropical country and coco coir is our primary medium for hydroponics as well as a mix for our different kinds of soil. It's fantastic! Very easy to use and incredibly cheap and effective. I have to say though, by the 3rd wash and reuse, they don't hold or retain water as well, so it's fair game to chuck it into the compost, but your experience may differ. :) Edit: What I'm mentioning regarding water retention is from experience sanitizing via rinsing then microwaving as opposed to using hot water. Hot water may allow better water retention for long term use, but I just find the process to be rather lengthy and would prefer a quicker method!
Hello kkuneho, I didn't realize it loses its abilities after reusing more than a couple of times, I don't reuse it often, the roots from the microgreens are usually too embedded. Thanks for the information and comment!
@@TikkiOOO It's still entirely useable in that state. It may vary how many times though, but when it reaches the point of least moisture retention, I think using it as a simple mulch or compost ingredient are good ways to reuse!
you've inspired me to make a little garden in my tiny NYC apartment! I can't thank you enough for your wonderful informative videos!
good info. i pour boiling water over all new dirt i bring to my indoor grow station before planting. it has really helped with the dreaded gnats. you've inspired me to start sprouting again :-)
Thanks karron lane...sprouts and microgreens.... salads always taste better with them, happy growing!
What about storing the coconut coir after it's been re-hydrated? How do you store it and is there a shelf-life?
I love your editing style. So entertaining!
new to microgreens and Binge-watching to learn how... prefer hydroponic
muchly appreciate your experiments and lessons
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Thank you for sharing your info. God bless you.
I think I've been saying some words wrong. Thanks for another great video. I have not had as much success with the coir. I just get too much coir in the greens.
661Justice, don't cover the small seeds with another layer of coir, just sprinkle the seeds on top and cover to keep in the humidity. You can mist the seeds too, but if you cover them up with coir then the coir will get on them as they grow. Hope that helps!
Great video. Thanks for the ideas. 👍
Thanks d.t.!
Thanks, very educational!
Glad it was helpful!
Coir is such a great medium
Agreed! Thanks Brandon!
The mystery of how to pronounce "Coir" has been solved, thanks! It might be just me, but your favorite gnats seem to love that stuff. I suggest full-court press early in the game.
Hello gth042, thanks for the comment. We should really call it Coco peat or pith, and not have to worry about how to pronounce it, right? As for the gnats, I've been watering with BTI infused water and it seems to be working. Thanks for the comment!
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I come from a tropical country and coco coir is our primary medium for hydroponics as well as a mix for our different kinds of soil. It's fantastic! Very easy to use and incredibly cheap and effective. I have to say though, by the 3rd wash and reuse, they don't hold or retain water as well, so it's fair game to chuck it into the compost, but your experience may differ. :)
Edit: What I'm mentioning regarding water retention is from experience sanitizing via rinsing then microwaving as opposed to using hot water. Hot water may allow better water retention for long term use, but I just find the process to be rather lengthy and would prefer a quicker method!
Hello kkuneho, I didn't realize it loses its abilities after reusing more than a couple of times, I don't reuse it often, the roots from the microgreens are usually too embedded. Thanks for the information and comment!
@@TikkiOOO It's still entirely useable in that state. It may vary how many times though, but when it reaches the point of least moisture retention, I think using it as a simple mulch or compost ingredient are good ways to reuse!
So. Sorry but I need to know , when growing microgreens should it be re-sterilized after each growth/batch?
Yes
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You should buffer the brick before using
I found soil to be better for my microgreens than coconut coir...
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Thanks john!!!!