Winter Rye: A Reliable Cover Crop by Vern Grubinger Vegetable and Berry Specialist University of Vermont Extension: Why Rye? Rye grows a red tinged blade of Grass - especially when grown in cooler conditions. This is where your sprouts do their growing. Allow seeds to Soak for 8-12 hours. Dallis Grass Dallis grass grows as a … The more densely you plant the seed the less air circulates around the individual blades of Grass. If you are consuming this as juice - just rinse it off when you  harvest the Grass. Until then light has little if any effect. But, you are better off juicing week old Grass than no Grass at all, so do what you must! The kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is a variety of the common bean that got its name from its kidney-like shape.Their sprouts are high in protein and low in calories and carbs. Virtually any soil will do for Grass. We do not grow hydroponic Grass - we've tried but have never gotten the yields we get with soil. Given the right conditions, every cucumber seed germinates into a tiny sprout. You may also use some Kelp Fertilizer if you like. Additionally, it will produce better results with soil of medium fertility or better. If using Sproutpeople's Single Harvest Pack - use the whole bag on our 5 inch tray (or similar). There is no need to thaw your seed before Soaking. Rinsing thoroughly and then draining as much water as possible are key components to growing great sprouts. The perennial ryegrass may turn yellowish in later summer, but this fast growing grass retains green with the arrival of fall season. The sheath is closed. The only trick to Coir (with or without the worm castings) is getting the medium properly moist. Harvest when your Grass is 4-12 inches tall by cutting just above the medium, with a scissors or sharp knife. It has brownish, blunt-tipped rhizomes covered with brown, scale-like sheaths and forms an open sod. Place in a low-light, room temperature location. Rinsing thoroughly and then draining as much water as possible are key components to growing great sprouts. 8 - 12 hours later... Soaked, Rinsed and Drained. The time it takes to grow a finished Sprout, or other crop (Micro-Greens, Grass, Greens) from a dry Seed. Nitrogen is the nutrient a plant needs to put on green growth. They have round or heart-shaped, gray-green le… It's easy to be fooled, so let's distinguish between the three types. Annual ryegrass is hairless and has bright green, narrow leaves. Now - 12-24 hours later you can see serious growth. Just keep an eye open and use common sense. Rinse thoroughly with cool (60°-70°) water. Refrigerate Transfer the sprout crop to a plastic bag or the sealed container of your choice. 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! It isn't actually that they store poorly, it is just that grains are cool weather crops, so though they slow down quite a bit, they continue to grow - even in the refrigerator. We do use the Drip Tray to hold some water at times in the growing process. The leaves are shiny, especially on the back of the blade. 12 hours later... another Rinse/Drain cycle. If you want to grow it more, go for it. Note: This "finished" Sprout is our preference. We send just the right amount. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. 1 - 2 Cups dry grain for an 10 inch square Tray. It will produce a crop of approximately 8 ounces. Occurs in spring and fall. Consider yourself warned =:-}. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. Use it/juice it as soon as possible. Another awesome beverage Grass with nutritional value very similar to that of Wheat. It is found throughout California to about 3300 feet (1000 m), except in deserts and the Great Basin and inhabits agricultural land and other disturbed places. However, even though this species is not native to the United States, it is grown all over the East Coast, and can also be grown in the west with irrigation. Timothy is different from most grasses in … Coconut Coir is more like soil. The thing to watch is this: If you find mold or fungal problems in your Grass then lessen the amount of grain you plant. Spread the wet pad across the bottom of your planting tray. We have a short Video on the subject =:-). Your Planting Tray (the one with the medium in it) MUST have drainage holes or slits! Expect 5-10 days for your order to depart Sproutpeople. The base (below ground) is often reddish purple in colour and seedlings exude a clear sap when crushed.Mature plants are erect and up to 900 millimetres (mm) in height. We're talking seriously nutritious - they are already without enzyme inhibitors (a very good thing indeed) so they'll digest themselves and nourish your cells without requiring anything from your body! Note: This is the same seed we sell for Rye Sprouts. Our current Rye grows grass quite well. Go to Val at Go Green/Green Smoothie - she is the meister of hydroponic Grass. Rinse and Drain with cool water every 8-12 hours until your seeds have the tiniest root showing. Note: Your covering tray should have holes or slits in it so that some air circulation exists. Anaheims The heat of these peppers can range from mild to hot depending on their growing conditions. The amount of Sprouts, Grass, Greens or Micro-Greens produced by 1 unit of Seed. It’s usually the stems of either wheat, oats, rye or barley. Cover the planted tray with an inverted tray (i.e. We usually stop here. The more soil you use - the more water it can  hold = the less frequently you need to water. Spread them out as evenly as you can. you may grow them for as long as you want! Here’s how that may look: Days 1 (seeding day) to 14 (germination observed): Water for 15 minutes four times each day. We don't have this method in our instructions, but if you want to do it -  all you need to do - in addition to following the rest of our instructions - is to water FREQUENTLY. the Cover Tray) - to keep light out and moisture in. We use a counter top - in the corner of our kitchen, but where the sprouter won't get knocked over by cats, dogs, kids or us. Uncover your Grass on day 3, 4 or 5 - or whenever it's 1-2 inches tall. Brussels sprout seedsneed temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit to germinate, but in most areas, sowing seeds directly in the garden in early spring doesn't produce a good crop because the plant begins to produce sprouts about the time that summer heat peaks. Drain thoroughly! Store in cool, dark, dry spot. Note: This "finished" Sprout is our preference. 70° is always optimal but Grass will grow very well in cooler temperatures also. Rye is best stored in a cool location because, it is, on ocassion pleasing to a particular pest - the Indian Meal Moth, which can appear out of nowhere when conditions are right (hot). We use a GreenStar Juicer. Do not ever soak again. Red or faded patches, reddish or pink threads reach from leaf tips to adjoining leaves. Another awesome beverage Grass with nutritional value very similar to that of Wheat. Italian ryegrass and perennial ryegrass can hybridize, result… Juice Yield: We get about 20 ounces of juice from a 10x20 inch tray of Grass. 2. Lift the Planting Tray to see how much is left after 4, 8 and 12 hours. Drain off soak water. As always, we think it is most essential that you enjoy what you grow. There's more than one kind of ryegrass; in fact, three different types of grasses contain \"rye\" in their names. Decide for yourself if it is worth it! Of course Organic is best, but it is usually quite costly. Seedheads are spike-like and dense, from 5 to 15 cm (2 to 6 in) in length and 0.6 cm (0.25 in) in diameter. The different kinds have different uses. If you see the roots beginning to emerge, plant now. It is redder when the weather is cooler. Drain off the Soak water. 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 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 medium moist. Soak it in water or better yet, Kelp Fertilizer enriched water, until thoroughly saturated. You can find some at your local garden center. Cereal rye is an excellent winter cover crop because it rapidly produces … These kernels, however, are smaller and … We send just the right amount. The goal during the final 8-12 hours is to minimize the surface moisture of your sprouts - they will store best in your refrigerator if they are dry to the touch. Drain off the soak water. Expect 5-10 days for your order to depart Sproutpeople. Grain Sprouts don't need light. 100% Non-GMO. It is so beautiful that we mix it with Wheat to produce Christmas Grass when the season calls for it. Thoroughly moisten your medium. Newsletter Signup. Once it is soil-like you may mix in up to 25% (by volume) Earthworm Castings, to provide more nutrients to your crops. Set your Sprouter anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal) between Rinses. you may grow them for as long as you want! Annual ryegrass is hairless and has bright green, narrow leaves. Whatever you use, put your crop in your refrigerator. When your grass is 1-2 inches tall, remove cover and move your crop to a well lit location. This can cause some fungal growth - we call it “fuzzies”. These seeds yield approximately 1.5:1 - which means the sprouts will weigh one-and-one-half times as much as the seed you start with, so you can theoretically start with 2/3 as much dry seed as your Sprouter's capacity, though we always suggest you leave more room - especially when you are new to a crop. It forms clumps and cannot spread through stolons or rhizomes like other grass species. Ryegrass is more tolerant of low pH levels than most other grasses, and can grow with pH as low as 5.0. 6 - 12 hours later... Soaked, Rinsed and Drained. Note: This is the same seed we sell for Rye Grass. Now that we have a soilless alternatives like Coconut Coir and Hemp Felt we are even less interested in hydroponic Grass growing, but there is a theoretical plus to growing Grass without a medium - you can juice the entire crop - grains, roots and grass, so if you want to try - go for it! 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 keep your crop moist and examine the blades of  Grass - from day 8 on - to see if they are "splitting". Days 15 to 21: Water 30 minutes one time each day. That is typically after just 2 or 3 Rinse and Drain cycles, though it can happen after just one. Once again, we do recommend Kelp Fertilizer enriched water for soilless growers. As always, you need to adapt to your own climate and seasonal conditions. If you want to make Rejuvelac (our favorite use of all, for Rye), we suggest (and use ourselves) Rye, but any Grain can be used. Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours. It looks great in Easter baskets too - as do all of our Grasses. Like all babies, however, cuke sprouts can’t do what they need to do, when they need to do … 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 it's dry to the touch. And, perhaps one more... Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours. Kentucky bluegrass, a cool season grass, is a species native to Europe, Asia, Algeria and, Morocco. They also happen to like air-circulation, so don't hide your sprouts. Move to a well lit location. Soaking is how we begin the sprouting process in most cases. Water lightly once or twice a day, for the next few days. You may water plants or use it in stock if you like - it has nutrients in it. Grass will grow much better if you sprout it prior to planting! It grows vigorously in winter and early spring. Coconut Coir is the best medium, as far as water retention is concerned -  if you want to go for multiple cuttings, but Coir or soil enriched with Earthworm Castings is perhaps a better choice as it gives the Grass  nutrients to draw upon. Do not ever soak again. 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. A plant can only perform photosynthesis when it has leaves. Soaking is how we begin the sprouting process in most cases. Affects fescue, bluegrass, ryegrass and bent grass. The soaked seeds are already alive and though they may not be their most nutritious they are very close. We suggest that you start with 1-2 cups in the Drip Tray. Our Rye comes from … It's all great! Orders are filled in the order we receive them - so be aware of the delay. Hemp Felt: Cut it to fit your Tray if necessary. Leaving too much water for too long will lead to funkiness. Spikel… Freezing juice is also a great way to go. Soak 1/4 cup of grain in cool water for 6-12 hours. If your seeds do not soak they will get planted right off the bat. If grown in the presence of a legume, it does … Rye has very much the same flavor as Wheat Grass. Hemp Felt will dry out more quickly than a deep medium, so you should either water more often or experiment with our somewhat risky trick: Use the Drip Tray to hold some water. Be sure to Drain them as thoroughly as possible after that final Rinse. You can be done - now, before, or in another 12 hours. So, all you need to do is to wait for the actual leaf to emerge out. Transfer your crop to a plastic bag or the sealed container of your choice. Empty the seeds into your Sprouter (if necessary). If you are going for this, we advise that you plant on mix of 75% Coconut Coir enriched with 25% Earthworm Castings, which adds a lot of nitrogen for the  Grass to draw upon. We grew Grass - on soil - in Trays, for over 20 years. Yields approximately as much Grass (by weight) as Grain planted. A plant can only perform photosynthesis when it has leaves. Welcome back Yard Fanatics, this is the update video to the rye grass I sowed in late October. 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. In fact, we suggest that you taste them at every rinse to discover when you like them best. You can grow in trays without drainage (the amazing people at the Hippocrates Health Institute have long done so), but you do have to be  able to drain excess water away. How much you soak depends on the area you are planting. Most of the seeds will have that hint, or have sprouted tiny (1/16 - 1/8 inch) roots after just 1 or 2 Rinse and Drain cycles. Be the plant! Our Rye comes from a source which is … Or.... 12 hours later... another Rinse/Drain cycle.If you chose not to do so 12 hours ago, NOW is the time to Plant. Hemp Felt holds moisture well and when used with organic liquid Kelp Fertilizer, is the cleanest (least messy) way to grow strong crops. It has nutrients in it. Perennial ryegrass – One of the fastest germinating grasses available, perennial ryegrass is used to establish permanent northern lawns and to overseed southern lawns for winter color.These fine-textured grasses do … Harvest by cutting the Grass just above the 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). This is where your sprouts do their growing. And, perhaps one more... Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours. As always, we suggest that you taste your crop at EVERY Rinse - including the very first - just after the Soak period. Saturated is perfect. Keep your medium moist. The amount of time your seeds should soak in cool water. Grow them for as long as you like (as long as you continue to Rinse and Drain every 8-12 hours) and find out for yourself when they are most delicious! How often your seeds should be watered. Water from the side if possible, to prevent injuring the tender blades. We fill ice cube trays with juice and transfer the cubes to ziplock bags, so we can have a shot anytime. Seed Shelf Life: 2 years. It happens low on the blade - within the first inch or so above the  medium. of Sprouts. Puddles is too much. Drink More Juice! We don't mind the indirect sunlight or the 150 watts of incandescent light, because light just does not matter much. It actually looks like you're growing grains in your yard, with the plumes of seeds hanging onto the side of the stem. Tell her us Sproutpeople sent you! Add 2-3 times as much cool (60-70°) water. They get their water from the soil. Add 2-3 times as much cool (60°-70°) water. Yields approximately 1 Cup (1/2 lb.) Spread seeds evenly on thoroughly moistened medium. It grows well in moisture and warm conditions, and re-sprouts from roots unlike crabgrass. * If using Sproutpeople's Single Harvest Pack - use the whole bag. If you hate it - increase air flow by planting less seed. Proceed... Coconut Coir: Since Coir comes to you as a solid brick - you first have to reconstitute it - which is very easy and very cool. Refrigerate your crop. Rinse your seeds one last time and then lay them across the planting medium. If you are using Coconut Coir and have added Earthworm Castings you have no need for kelp. The annual seed does not germinate as well as the perennial, which means you’ll need to use more of the annual variety to get the same lush look you could achieve with the perennial. The goal is to have just the hint of a Root - or a very short Root before planting. Rye is a quick and easy, sweet sprout favored by children and adults alike. The bigger your grass grows the more quickly it drinks water. The inflorescence (flowering stems) are flat and up to 300mm in length. Unlike aggressive Kentucky bluegrass, which spreads by underground stems called rhizomes, perennial ryegrass is a bunch-forming grass. You will learn as you go. It means that the first real leaf should look like a tiny green-colored fan. Crabgrass needs a temperature above 55℉ to survive and germinate. Watch it grow. So those sprouts that look like grass are one of those grains. Note: Grains do not store well in refrigeration so you should try to grow just what you need. Depending on your climate and the time of year you are sprouting and most importantly your personal preference - You may Rinse and Drain again at 8-12 hour intervals for several days. Used in conjunction with Earthworm Castings it is the perfect medium! You can use expensive soil if you prefer - it is your choice - always. This leaf is different from the carrot sprouts. Keep your Sprouter in a low light location. If you grow for more than a couple days, you'll have Grass growing as well as roots. As a result, it can sometimes appear patchy and bare spots need to be regularly re-seeded as they will not fill in on … In fact, we suggest that you taste them at every rinse to discover when you like them best. The more you like what you grow, the more you'll want to consume it. Kentucky bluegrass and perennial ryegrass blades are .2 to .5 millimeters wide and folded in the bud shoot. We don't mind the indirect sunlight or our 150 watts of bulb light, because light just does not matter much. A very beautiful thin dark grain that yields a sprout as sweet and nutritious as Wheat. Nothing will grow well in a medium that can not drain - that condition is commonly called "flooded". Rye resembles wheat and many other grains, growing as a grass crop and producing kernels. Examine the blades. These are organic seeds after all, so there is no other way to keep your seeds absolutely safe, except to freeze them. The … 100% Non-GMO. However - we prefer to sprout only to the point where most of the seeds have sprouted tiny (1/16 - 1/4 inch) roots. The hotter/more humid your climate is the more of an issue the mold/fungus is. Do NOT try to re-use your Growing Medium. Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all. Rye produces a Red tinged blade of grass (more so when grown in cooler conditions). Spraying the sprouts is best - whether you use a Spray Bottle or sink/faucet sprayer - just try to make sure that every sprout gets rinsed and quenched until they bury their roots. Perennial ryegrass (Lolium … Water the medium. In summer we grow our Grass outside (from the point when we uncover the tray) for optimal  air circulation. Crabgrass does not grow in shady places, as it requires full sun. Five to six weeks after germination, seedlings are typically about 6 inches high. Prep 2/3 cup of seed* then transfer (if necessary) into a bowl or into your Sprouter. We like our Grain Sprouts very small. Since 1993. Orders are filled in the order we receive them - so be aware of the delay. (see instructions - in the Growing Instructions tab). Or Use: 1/4 - 1/3 Cups Dry Grain for a 5 inch square Tray. Like The very small sprouts do start off looking a bit like grass. And, conceivably one more... Rinse and Drain in 8-12 hours. You should probably expect to get less (around 10 ounces) until you are an experienced grower with a great juicer. You do not have to grow them all at once of course, unless you wish to =:-D. If there is anything unique about our current seed, we will tell you about it here. Look on our Juicer page for more info. Keep your medium moist by watering lightly as needed. The blade is 4-12 mm wide, 15-40 cm long and flat with a sharp, pointed tip. I pumped a Spray Bottle thousands of times over the course of  that time-lapse @:-). Soak 1/3 to 1 cup of grain in cool water for 6-12 hours. Cover your crop with another tray or plate, to keep light out and moisture in. The Finest Seeds from Organic Farmers. It is pretty difficult to grow  Grass this big in a small container. 2 - 4 Cups dry grain for for an 10 inch x 20 inch Tray. If you prefer it younger (we do), stop and harvest according to our instructions. The 2nd and (more so) the 3rd crop will not be as tender, nor usually as tall, but it is good to try growing at least a 2nd crop. It holds moisture phenomenally well and provides nutrients as needed to your growing crop. It usually wilts before it can do this, but it is possible. You need a special juicer to extract the nectar from this Grass - it is well worth the effort! It has a wide ligule, long auricles and the emerging leaf is folded. Rinse thoroughly with cool (60-70°) water and Drain thoroughly. Harvest your crop before it starts to grow Grass! JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Note: This is the same seed we sell for Rye Grass. Newsletter Signup. The base (below … Italian ryegrass, also called annual ryegrass, is an upright annual grass that behaves like a biennial or short-lived perennial. As I've said elsewhere on the site, we hate dogma, so take my dogma with a grain of salt. Set anywhere out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (70° is optimal) between Rinses. The amount of soil you use is up to you. We believe that you will get the best flavor and nutrition from freshly cut Grass. We use a counter top - in the corner of our kitchen, but where the sprouter won't get knocked over by cats, dogs, kids or us. We used sterile bagged soil (usually composted cow manure) when we were professional growers, but any sterile bagged soil will do. You … Look for bell peppers with taut, unwrinkled skin and a fresh green stem. A very beautiful thin dark grain that yields a sprout as sweet and nutritious as Wheat. For Example 2:1 means that 1 pound of Seed will produce 2 pounds of Sprouts or whatever crop you are growing. Empty the seeds into your sprouter if necessary. Follow the usual grass growing tips, keeping in mind ryegrass seeding rate … Note: This is the same seed we sell for Rye Sprouts. The leaves are shiny, especially on the back of the blade. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. Additionally, you may move your  Grass to a better ventilated area. Whenever you consume it -  it will have a whole lot of nutritional value. We have Produce Storage Bags that will extend shelf life substantially. Pretty simple really, and not as risky as we make it sound - it is really a time saver and can produce happier healthy grass. The reality is this: As your plants grow they need more and more water. Some varieties of rye grass can be used in pastures. The Finest Seeds from Organic Farmers. Rinse and Drain with cool water every 8-12 hours. This is not a problem, except that it is unattractive. This is really easy and fun stuff to learn! Drain off soak water. You may also see Root Hairs. How often your seeds should be watered. We cut JUST prior to juicing and we feel the difference! Whatever you use, it's worth a try if only for the experience. Rye produces - to us - the very tastiest Rejuvelac. 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. Since 1993. Mix seeds up to assure even water contact for all. Rye grows a red tinged blade of Grass - especially when grown in cooler conditions. A real carrot leaf resembles a palm leaf a lot. Rinse and Drain again in 8-12 hours. Warm-season Bermuda grass (Cynodon dactylon), hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 7 through 10, features thin, 1/8-inch-wide blades. Until then light has little if any effect. The amount of time your seeds should soak in cool water. There are some who maintain that Grass doesn't reach its full nutritional value until its blades "split" - or a second blade grows. The amount is dependant on the climate (humidity especially) you're growing in, so you'll have to learn this for yourself. Straw is a by-product of growing grain. Harvest Your sprouts are done 8-12 hours after your final Rinse. Grass can produce a 2nd and even 3rd crop - so you may continue to water after you cut your first crop. Use it to water plants, or whatever you like. Harvest on day 2 or 3, when most of the grains have short roots. The roots can go brown, and the smell will be unpleasant. Snack on it, grind it and throw a bunch into homemade breads, add to stirfrys or salads, or use it in other Recipes. Our Rye comes from a source which is certified organic. The sheath is split and hairless with overlapping margins. You just need to start over when you plant a new crop. Direct sunlight is a very good idea for Grass. We offer a great Produce Storage Bag which extends the shelf life of all produce stored within it. Store in freezer to extend shelf life. Not exactly the results i wanted but I kind of expected it. Fill whatever tray you are using, 3/4 full. Although … If your leaf looks like … So if you water try to keep the water off the plants - just water the medium. Tipping is a possibility, but we think it risky - especially for the novice grower, hence my dogma. The surest way to know what amount of seed to use: Spread dry seed on the bottom of your Tray so that the seed is spread evenly but densely. We planted our barely sprouted (pre-sprouted) Rye atop the thoroughly moistened medium of our choosing, then watered it and covered it. Put seed into a bowl or your Sprouter. Bermuda grass survives underground even in dry conditions and re-sprouts when there is enough moisture. Ryegrass need plenty of water throughout the growing season. Approximate time you will plant your crop if growing Grass, Greens, or Micro-Greens, after soaking your seeds. The life span of this grass weed begins as a seed that sprouts in May and dies at the first hard frost. In contrast, temperatures below 41 degrees Fahrenheit cause growth stunting and possible die-back in perennial ryegrass if warm weather does not return quickly enough. Italian ryegrass and a related species, perennial ryegrass, Lolium perenne, are the two most common weedy ryegrasses in California. Vitamins B, C and E Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Pantothenic Acid, Phosphorus Amino Acids Protein: 15%. The plant tends to be a shiny, bright green with thin blades of grass that … Just leave as much water as the Grass can drink in a day - and then add more the following day. 12 hours later, and another Rinse/Drain cycle. So, obviously that too is possible. Our Rye comes from a source which is certified organic. It dies out in fall and re-sprouts … Don't drench! Wheat is best stored in a cool location - at home, we keep ours in a freezer. It has a wide ligule, long auricles and the emerging leaf is folded. More often, gardeners start seeds indoors in the spring and set out transplants in the early- to mid-summer for a fall harvest. You will notice in our Video - A Time Lapse: Wheatgrass Growing that we used only a piece of  Hemp Felt on a plate. But, we now have alternatives: Soilless mediums - Coconut Coir - our all-time favorite - and Hemp Felt - a thin organic material that you soak before planting upon. Once the roots are buried, all you need to do is keep the medium moist - the seeds and subsequent Grass will get the moisture they need through their roots. Harvest as soon as you see the split. We usually wait until it pushes the covering tray up (it really will do that!). Like bell peppers, young … The time it takes to grow a finished Sprout, or other crop (Micro-Greens, Grass, Greens) from a dry Seed. 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