Microgreens Podcast

In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast, I discuss the soil, growing media, and fertilizer trials or tests I have performed and written about.
I run growing tests of different growing media against each other to see which does the best.
Here are the products I've tested.
Home Microgreens Potting Mix
Coco Loco
Happy Frog
Jute Mat
Coconut coir
Grower's Blend
PittMoss
Espoma Potting Mix
Espoma Seed Starting Mix
Terra Fibre Hemp Mat
Bamboo Matting
Coconut Coir Mats
Ocean Solution
There are links to each test where you can see the results on the show notes page of this podcast. You can visit the Show Notes at HomeMicrogreens.com

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In this episode of the microgreens podcast, I discuss the best way to keep seeds. Many people and organizations recommend freezing seeds. I do not think this is a good idea because there are risks.
However, there are many recommendations all seed growers, brokers, retailers, and organizations do agree on.
The best recommendations are mentioned in the podcast and the show notes found at HomeMicrogreens.com/39

Seed Viability Longevity Chart

Lock-n-Lock Containers

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I was asked how much microgreens can I expect from a tray? The answer depends on many environmental factors.
Too many unknowns for me to predict what you will harvest.
However, I can give you some average yields from my trays of microgreens so you have some idea.
In this podcast I tell you my average microgreen yield per tray, you can listen to the podcast to find out or go to the show notes on Home Microgreens.
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Here is the equipment I use during the weighted and buried blackout and how I modify the equipment and trays depending on the temperatures in my grow area.

Seed Density Course

Episodes and articles mentioned in the Podcast.
The 4 Methods I Use for Blackout - Episode 31
4 Articles Explaining the Microgreen Blackout
Preventing & Killing Mold
Home Microgreens Store: Blackout Supplies
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I made a mistake to what Buzzsprout was doing with their support page and well, you will get it when you listen to the episode.
The podcast will discuss the microgreens that you should be growing, but probably aren't based on the seed sales that come across my desk.
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Microgreens discussed in the podcast.
Cauliflower
Carrots
Onion & Leeks
Mighty Micro Mix
Red Garnet Amaranth

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Having the right seed density for your microgreen tray is one of the three most important aspects of growing microgreens.
In the past, it was a crap shoot if the seeding density was correct. There was so much conflicting and vague information on the internet.
I have developed two microgreen seed density calculators that work with any size tray for (currently) 40+ varieties (more will be added).
The calculators use slide bars to adjust to your tray size, and the seed density changes as the bars move.
The output is either gram or volumetrically in teaspoons, tablespoons, or quarter cups, depending on the microgreen variety.
Listen to the podcast for more information.
Show notes can be found on HomeMicrogreens.com
And the calculators can be found here:
In the US: Seed Density Calculators
Everywhere else: Seed Density Calculators International

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In this episode of the Microgreens Podcast I discuss how to get started with microgreens.
Where to grow microgreens.
What equipment you need to grow microgreens.
How much light you need to grow microgreens.
What microgreen varieties to grow first.
Where to get guides and videos on how to grow microgreens.
You can read the rest of the show notes at Home Microgreens.
Other links referenced in the podcast.
Free Microgreen Growing Guide
Microgreen Seed Calculator
Episode 32 Microgreens Podcast Easiest Microgreens to Grow

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In the previous episode of the Microgreens Podcast I discussed the 17 easiest microgreens to grow. In this episode, I want to touch on the 7 microgreens beginners shouldn't try to grow first.
We want beginner microgreen growers to have a quick win and instant success. Chances are if they try to grow the 7 microgreens in this podcast they will run into problems.
Problems are discouraging and might cause the new grower to quit.
Save these 7 microgreen varieties for later, once you've grown a few of the easy microgreens, you can give one of these 7 a try!
Show notes for this podcast can be found here.

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Here is my list and reasoning behind the 17 easiest microgreens to grow. Not all of the easiest microgreens to grow are the first microgreen for a beginner, but all of these varieties can be grown without too many problems if you follow my order.
My order is listed at the end of the episode.
You can find article referenced and the show notes by going to HomeMicrogreens.com/32
Seed for all of the microgreens discussed in the episode can be found in the  Home Microgreens Store at competitive prices with fast shipping and top-notch customer service.
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I use four methods to germinate microgreens. These are:
Weighted Blackout Method
Buried Blackout Method
Domed Blackout Method
Hybrid Blackout Method
The most common method to germinate microgreens is the weighted blackout method.
For most microgreens I use this method.
For larger seeds, or microgreens that have a hard time shedding their hulls I use the buried method. When you grow beets and Swiss chard microgreens the buried method will remove most of the stubborn seed hulls. I also use this method for large seeds as the microgreens are usually much taller and the buried method seems to produce stronger roots. It also helps prevent the seeds from drying out during germination.
The domed method is reserved for thin-stemmed microgreens like amaranth and most smaller tender mustards.
The hybrid method is a combination of the weighted blackout method and the domed method. It helps sunflowers lose their hulls and short growing microgreens like arugula grow taller before they are placed under lights.
For more information on these 4 methods, I have written articles and created videos that should the process.
You can find links to each article here on HomeMicrogreens.com, or go to homemicrogreens.com/31a

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