My lentil microgreens are turning brown at the ends instead of turning green when I put them to the light. I am doing everything step by step. They sprouted fine and formed a good root system. After that, I open them to the natural light and start putting water on the bottom. Instead of turning green, they look almost burned. I wasted 3 trays of microgreens already. I am not sure why? Do you have any suggestions? Thank you!
I'm not aware of anyone explaining why the seedsshould be weighted down. I have a book by a nutritionist and she lists all the seeds and according to her the only ones that need weight for micro greens are: beets chives coriander corn onion parsley leek and radishes - this is from a list of 40 different kinds.
Usually weighting seeds down mimics the natural conditions of a seed growing under soil. You don't HAVE to weight them down, in fact you don't really have to weight any seed down, as they will all grow. However, certain seeds, such as peas, sunflower, beets and chard definitely benefit from the added weight, especially when grown on soil. I find they grow to be sturdier. These are just lentils on a hydroponic tray and whether you place another tray on top or not, is up to you.
If I'm growing onion, chives or radish in small pots, I rarely place a weight on top. Maybe something light, but not always. If I'm growing on a 1020 tray, then I'm more likely to weight them down.
One book/expert will have one opinion and someone else will have a different one. I think we all have to take into consideration our own grow spaces, temperature, humidity, etc. and go with what works best for us.
Hi Nicki! I didn't know this was yours until you popped up the last few seconds. Very cool video.
Thanks Michael! 🌱💚🙏🏻
While they are in the dark and once they've sprouted roots, where are they kept. In the fridge and the outside???
@@roloqween inside but not in the fridge.
Thank you for the wonderful video!
You’re very welcome! I hope it’s helpful! I’ll be adding more videos with various sprouting methods, so stay tuned 😄🌱
Yes please do so. After sprouting seeds for several years I will certainly start growing microgreens! A new experience for me - wonderful!
@@ursulavonmoos7655 that’s great!
What do I do with the roots after I harvest? I have a tray I’ve harvested and it grew more but the roots are starting to mold.
After harvesting I compost the rest.
My lentil microgreens are turning brown at the ends instead of turning green when I put them to the light. I am doing everything step by step. They sprouted fine and formed a good root system. After that, I open them to the natural light and start putting water on the bottom. Instead of turning green, they look almost burned. I wasted 3 trays of microgreens already. I am not sure why? Do you have any suggestions? Thank you!
Thank you!
You’re very welcome!
when you have your seeds covered during black out phase, do you add any weight?
Jessi the trays were stacked so yes they were weighted down
Did I understand it correctly: There is no soil at all just water in the bowl below?
Yes, that’s right, just water and no soil. I have a group you might be interested in. Here’s the link: facebook.com/groups/theplantbasedway
Any nutrients in the water below?
@joseph no, I don’t add any nutrients to the water. However, it is something I’m considering.
You said keep them covered. What do you mean exactly?
Exactly what you see in the video. Place another tray on top. If you haven't got another tray, or you choose not to cover them, that's fine too.
Great video! I'd love to share this on a different platform! Would you mind??? Of course I'd credit for it. Let me know thanks!!!
Please do! 😃
@@LovinglyNicki Thanks! Have a great day😉
@@Altino_D you too!
I'm not aware of anyone explaining why the seedsshould be weighted down. I have a book by a nutritionist and she lists all the seeds and according to her the only ones that need weight for micro greens are: beets chives coriander corn onion parsley leek and radishes - this is from a list of 40 different kinds.
Usually weighting seeds down mimics the natural conditions of a seed growing under soil. You don't HAVE to weight them down, in fact you don't really have to weight any seed down, as they will all grow. However, certain seeds, such as peas, sunflower, beets and chard definitely benefit from the added weight, especially when grown on soil. I find they grow to be sturdier. These are just lentils on a hydroponic tray and whether you place another tray on top or not, is up to you.
If I'm growing onion, chives or radish in small pots, I rarely place a weight on top. Maybe something light, but not always. If I'm growing on a 1020 tray, then I'm more likely to weight them down.
One book/expert will have one opinion and someone else will have a different one. I think we all have to take into consideration our own grow spaces, temperature, humidity, etc. and go with what works best for us.