How to Grow Wheatgrass Microgreens
Presoak: |
Yes, 4 hours |
Germination: |
1-2 days |
Harvest Day: |
Day 7 |
Total Blackout Days: |
3 Days |
Weighted Blackout: |
0 Days |
Blackout Dome: |
3 Days |
Top watering: |
Day 1 to Day 3 |
Bottom Watering: |
Day 4 to Day 7 |
Antifungal application: |
Not Required |
Expected Harvest weight: |
7x times the weight of seed |
Flavor: |
Sweet and Bitter, Grassy, Mild |
Shelf Life: |
10 days |
Wheatgrass microgreens come from Triticum aestivum which is the common wheat plant, consumed mainly as a juice shot in juice bars.
Things you need to grow Wheatgrass Microgreens
- 15g Wheatgrass seeds
- 10 x 20 Microgreens tray x 2 - without holes
- 10 x 20 Microgreens tray x 1 - with holes
- 6 cups of coco coir
- Grow lights (or sunlight)
Steps to grow Wheatgrass Microgreens
- Stack a 10x20 tray with holes on top of the 10x20 tray that does not have holes.
- Fill the tray (with holes) with coco coir and mist some water.
- Spread the Wheatgrass seeds densely and evenly as possible.
- Now fill the tray with a very fine layer of coco coir to cover the seeds so it keeps the seeds moist and let it germinate. You could also place a paper tower on top of the seeds and mist it as it dries out.
- No need to compress the soil, just spray some water to make the top layer moist.
- Mist water once a day or as required depending on your grow room conditions. Just lift the tray and feel the weight.
- Stack another 10x20 tray flipped on top for the next 3 Days like a Blackout Dome.
- On Day 4, introduce the Wheatgrass microgreens to light. From now on, water via the bottom tray.
- Harvest on day 7, when seedlings reach 3-4 inches.
Days |
What to expect |
Do This |
Day 1 to Day 3 |
Wheatgrass germinates and grows |
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Day 4 |
Wheatgrass grows tall, almost touching the dome |
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Day 7 |
Wheatgrass reaches a height of 3-4 inches |
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Harvesting Wheatgrass Microgreens
Wheatgrass microgreens start germinating from the first day itself, and are ready for harvest by day 7. Wheatgrass is lightweight so you wont get as much of a yield as you would expect from crops like broccoli or sunflower.
A typical Wheatgrass harvest is expected to be 7x times the weight of the seed. For example, if you use 15g of Wheatgrass seeds, you can expect a harvest of about 108g.
Health Benefits of Wheatgrass Microgreens
Wheatgrass is rich in antioxidants such as glutathione, vitamin C, and vitamin E. [source]
- Cancer prevention
- Fights infections (antibacterial properties)
- Lower cholesterol levels (LDL, triglycerides)
- Lowers inflammation
- Aids in digestion, reduces bloating and gas
- Blood-sugar regulation
Wheatgrass Nutrients Per Serving
A 1-ounce serving of wheatgrass juice contains:
- Calories: 10
- Protein: 2 grams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Sugar: 2 grams
How to use Wheatgrass
- Salad dressings
- Fruity cocktails or mocktails
- Dips such as hummus or guacamole
- Soups
- Chocolate truffles or cupcake frosting
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