BAMBOO vs HEMP Microgreen Mats!? Sustainable Hydroponic Microgreen Mediums!!

[@jennw6809]

My city picks up our yard waste and you can add household compost to it -- and it all goes to an industrial facility. So it's actually very convenient for me!

[@OnTheGrow]

Wow, that is convenient! Thank you so much for the support Jenn W!! We are going to be making new content soon! 😄

[@markkristynichols845]

I’m cracking up with all the little “add ins” you put in videos 🤣. ❤️ Kristy in Missouri 😃🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@OnTheGrow]

💚Thank you so much for the support Mark & Kristy Nichols!! We are going to be making new content soon! 😄

[@OfftoShambala]

Awesome! The main POSSIBLE advantage to the bamboo might be the silica content that it passes on to the greens... but I wonder if the hemp transfers omega 3 ... but for all intents and purposes, mostly based on price and compostability... the hemp wins for me!

[@OnTheGrow]

OfftoShambala 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!! OfftoShambala We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@davidkelly4400]

Thanks CJ and Mandi this is just what I was needing to see. Perfect timing on your part! :)

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂Thank you so much for the Feedback David Kelly! We appreciate your support! So nice a feeling when we help folks out!!! 😉Would you "be-leaf" we are actively working on tasty recipes that will highlight the various flavors of microgreens...yum!!!

[@Nagreenberg]

Use the back of your hand to make “seeding rows” like cj noticed the bottom of the tray lines, to replicate that use ur hand. It’s helped me tremendously with density

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂Thank you so much for the Feedback Nicholas Greenberg! We appreciate your support! Thanks for "be-Leafing" in me...

[@CindyAAvery]

I’ve experimented all summer. All one needs is a paper towel with about one inch of soil mix/starter seed mix. Cheap! Very little waste. I spray from top until I remove the lid. Then water from bottom. 💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@davidkelly4400]

What kind of paper towels are you using?

[@CindyAAvery]

David Kelly organic from grocery store. They are white though! Paper towel is optional but it helps keep the soil moist and from seeping through the holes.

[@OnTheGrow]

Peace, Love, Sunshine 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!! Peace, Love, Sunshine We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@OnTheGrow]

David Kelly 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@OnTheGrow]

Peace, Love, Sunshine We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@jeremiahdibernardo4589]

I’ve been watching your videos and I appreciate you guys. Thank you

[@davidsizemore7613]

Thanks for the video. I like learning from your content!

[@joeybrannon8626]

Almost thought you got rid of blurple lights till i saw them at the end. Harvested first tray today with great results. Love using the screen as cleanup is a breeze and can reuse. Have to work on sow weight as crop was really dense. Had a great harvest weight but under growth was a lot.

[@davidkelly4400]

I must have missed the screen episode. Would you please clue me in? TIA

[@joeybrannon8626]

David Kelly they did a video where they used a dehydration mat for their grow surface. There are other tubers and growers that also have videos using these mats and food grade screen mesh.

[@joeybrannon8626]

David Kelly they put it out about 2 weeks ago.

[@davidkelly4400]

@@joeybrannon8626 I did see that video and I wondered if you were talking about the dehydration mat. Thanks for responding!

[@OnTheGrow]

We have a KZbin playlist that has all our Full Walk-Through grows for different crops and we also have a ‘How to grow microgreens’ blog that you may find helpful. I linked both below for you! Playlist: https//kzbin.info/aero/PLkEXI0BumyG5OBbqj_wXM6gnPB6gJ4alW Blog: www.onthegrow.net/post/how-to-grow-microgreens-on-the-grow

[@cmo2485]

This video is WONDERFUL! Thank you for responding to my IG DM today!!! I took your advice about heavier weight on my 10x10 tray and put a 7 lb. bag of flour on my radishes🤗 Hoping for better results. Thanks again!

[@OnTheGrow]

Keep Be-Leafing! 😀 C Mo Again...we really benefit from your support and nice compliments!!! Have you visited our newest website... www.onthegrow.net ...we are so proud of the help it provides!!!

[@cmo2485]

@@OnTheGrow I just commented on your IG today🤗 Will be checking out your site tonight. I purchased from your Amazon store and everything was great. It would be nice to find a store on your site💯

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂 Did you get to onthegrow.net ? That's our newest site page...check it out!!!

[@IAMGiftbearer]

I've tried the bamboo fiber and didn't like it. The roots got tangled and the substance attracted mold.

[@curtisscott9251]

Did you observe any MOLD or parasites in either tray?

[@ronaldsmith1155]

I love you both. My favorite is the day by day videos so I can compare my grow progress and results with yours.

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you for watching Ronald Smith!!! 😄 Glad you enjoyed it...better yet you're resourcing it!!! P.S...check us on TikTok when you can!

[@luismount]

Thank for the video, can you also give an update on the biodegradable result of the bamboo mate

[@OnTheGrow]

ReeferMadness 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@rj4026]

Thanks for a highly useful video. Neither of those grow mats have organic certifications. Do you know of any hemp, coco coir, or bamboo hydroponic grow mats that do have organic certifications? Thanks again!

[@ecopatty]

Thank you! 👌🏻Amazing demonstrations 🤗🌷💕

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you so much for the support ecopatty!! We are going to be making new content soon! 😄 😉ecopatty Would you Be~Leaf we're actively working on tasty recipes that will highlight the various flavors of your favorite microgreens in surprising ways...Not just a garnish...yum!!

[@walleye855]

Very good job. Thank you for sharing.

[@rabah4306]

Thanks for these videos, but I have a question: Do you add nutriments to your water ?

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂 We like a product called Ocean Solution. We add it into the watering process most always!!! Once we begin the bottom watering that is to say!!

[@JMaxwell1000]

GREAT REVIEW! Your accent is becoming more southern with every day that passes. LOVE IT!

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you Joe Maxwell for the compliment! 😄 😉Check my accent on TikTok when you can!

[@panedrop]

Great video, definitely want an update on the compost results of the bamboo when you have it.

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you so much for the support panedrop!! We are going to be making new content soon! 😄

[@laurapham1748]

Thank you very much Your information is very helpful

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂Thank you so much for the Feedback Laura Pham! We appreciate your support! Please let us know how your growing!!! 🙂Would you "be-leaf" we are actively working on tasty recipes that will highlight the various flavors of microgreens...yum!!! When you can...check us on TikTok !

[@amarnathperecharla9464]

Just wanted to know if we can reuse these grow mats and organic soil for the next time once we completely harvest one batch. I have this doubt from 2-3 days I am new to this and willing take up growing microgreens as business.

[@extropiantranshuman]

the bamboo mat definitely looked a lot more reusable than the hemp. The hemp doesn't look reusable - it's meant to break down.

[@OnTheGrow]

Can't wait to hear how it turns out for your business...amarnath perecharla! We always grow each tray with new grow medium...normally a coco coir mix. Let us know if you have any questions!!

[@OnTheGrow]

Hello hawaiisunfun ! Thank you for watching our videos 🥳 We have a wonderful blog on this topic! You should check it out. www.onthegrow.net/post/what-to-do-with-the-used-grow-medium-after-harvesting-microgreens😊 We do not suggest reusing grow mediums. Especially if the microgreens are for human consumption!

[@dkroen17]

Thanks for the video. Can you get another growth after the harvest, or do you have to re-seed?

[@frankk3781]

Ok, hemp is good and only so long, but turn over the bamboo for a second run on the tray. To see if the bamboo will break down second run?? You have extra!! have a great Day On The Grow.🤔

[@themustardseednews1937]

What would be cheaper- hemp or coco coir

[@OnTheGrow]

Coco coir! Really it depends on where you get it from and the quantity. Generally though, Coco will be a lot cheaper. We average about $0.50 per tray of coco compared to hemp at around $1.30 per tray.

[@eurowrench1873]

@@OnTheGrow so just curious is it more than $.80cent difference in extra labor to use coco coir vs just plopping a mat down. Would you suggest both on hand and use the coco for varieties that don't do as well hydroponically?

[@OnTheGrow]

Eiymii We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@Li_ShuWei]

How do you get the roots out for second use? or they meant to be single use??

[@skipwavedx5151]

I think the Hemp side looked to be a deeper green on your white plate.

[@piahalsti]

AWESOME thank you for sharing!!!

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you for the support!!! We appreciate you!

[@OnTheGrow]

😀 Pia Halsti Again...we really benefit from your support and nice compliments!!! Have you visited our newest website... www.onthegrow.net ...we are so proud of the help it provides!!! Pia Halsti We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@rasuloff]

Awesome test of mats. Thanks! Did you guys ever try or consider growing catnips? I know it is not really a microgreen per se. But it would be good to see an experiment on it.

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you so much for the support Ilhom R!! We are going to be making new content soon! 😄 Ilhom R 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@lindamyersluker655]

thumbs up thanks for not asking for thumbs up before watching video

[@Aquatic_Amigo]

Where you get those trays bro

[@OnTheGrow]

You can find most items we use in this list: www.amazon.com/shop/onthegrowfarms

[@OnTheGrow]

Hello Dope ! Here’s a link to the Trays we use, some can be found on Amazon, like the sprouting trays but the colorful 1020 trays along with the black trays are found through BSF. I linked both for you below! Thank you for your support! 🥳 Sprouting trays + some 1020 trays www.amazon.com/shop/onthegrowfarms?listId=DTGPX0RYY5R3&tag=onamzonthegro-20&linkCode=ic5 Colorful 1020 trays/1020 trays www.bootstrapfarmer.com/?sscid=21k5_45by1

[@EnviroSteward]

Would adding a touch of hydrogen peroxide help control microbial growth?

[@michaelleroi9077]

Root nutrients can be more powerful than stem or leaf. Have you even tried to retain root mass?

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂 Good news...we are focused on the leaf and stem only in our recipes.

[@ngshuhlitsji9550]

Hi - do you sanitize the hemp fibre before putting it on your 1020 tray? If "yes' how do you sanitize it? Thks.

[@OnTheGrow]

Great question! Generally we will use a prophylactic treatment such as a UV lamp or a sanitizing spray like H2O2!

[@natalia.tasha.ondruskova]

Can you please make a video about hemp microgreens? How to grow them? Thanx

[@OnTheGrow]

😉Natalia Ondruskova We are not working on that microgreen but... 🙂WOW...would you Be~Leaf we're actively working on tasty recipes that will highlight the various flavors of your favorite microgreens in surprising ways...Not just a garnish...yum!!

[@rochellehellar9507]

whats the purpose of the bricks/

[@OnTheGrow]

We have a great video on weight vs no weight for microgreens! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYWmo5p8i6-IeKc

[@mywaterponics3986]

Thanks. Would you still say Coir is better?

[@OnTheGrow]

We do like cococoir! My WaterPonics 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@EnjoyDifferentTaste]

How many time per day you spray during the first day?

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂If you're curious how we grow different Microgreens varieties we have a KZbin playlist that breaks it down from seeding to harvest day for various crops using our methods! You should check it out and see if we’ve done the crop you're looking for! (odds are we have haha) Playlist link → kzbin.info/aero/PLkEXI0BumyG6IEk3hM4WyIuKa4RfMeUe2 /playlist?list=PLkEXI0BumyG5OBbqj_wXM6gnPB6gJ4alW

[@Ayutarda]

So i guessing you need to replace the hemp and bamboo fresh with every grow ?

[@OnTheGrow]

Correct! They would be very hard to sterilize to continue the grow... a good option is a wire screen or dehydrator mat like we show in a separate video. Easy to reuse and it’s a one time investment.

[@OnTheGrow]

Yes! Ayutarda 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!! Ayutarda We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@taylorrobinson3159]

chanvra hemp mats are way better than terrafibre in my opinion. Their newest generation of grow mats are double sided. One side has a finer weave that is great for precision planting. The other side is like raw fiber, fluffy clouds seeds love to grow in. This fiber forms tiny pockets that retain water and let any excess drain through the media. The perfect combination of water retention and drainage at the same time.

[@Mah_Na_Mah_Na]

Just curious why did you leave so many cuttings in the trays? Was there something wrong with them?

[@OnTheGrow]

Angel Schmeer 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@EL34XYZ]

I am curious about Coco mats compared to the hemp mats?

[@OnTheGrow]

🙂Thank you so much for the support EL34XYZ!! We saw excellent yields from the Hemp mats...they looked very much like the results from Coco coir...they would both perform well enough to be considered a split decision !!

[@EL34XYZ]

@@OnTheGrow I saw that the hemp mats fall apart pretty easily? The coco mats seem to be able to be used again if cleaned and sanitized. That's just what I saw in a few other videos. Just for my personal usage, not commercial usage.

[@OnTheGrow]

😀Thank you so much for the topic!! It really means a lot to us to clear the air... EL34XYZ! The Coco coir is not a mat...it's a loose mix that resembles soil...we don't suggest reusing it.

[@EL34XYZ]

@@OnTheGrow Not the loose coco, they sell compressed coco mats. Just an example of one in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYHcpXWGgqatqNk

[@OnTheGrow]

Hey, yeah, sorry I have my customer service team answering this! This is CJ. You can reuse Coco Mats as they are generally coated in some type of rubber. There are a ton of crevices in the mediums though, so it’s something you need to be careful of trapped bacteria/pathogens... but as long as you sanitize it well and the medium holds up, go for it! The biggest issue we found with coco mats is that they are really hard to keep seeds nice and moist on. Since they are coated in a rubber they are hydrophobic and do not retain water to help with germination. Hope that helps!! CJ

[@aggabus]

Is matt reusable

[@OnTheGrow]

No it is not, these mats are one time uses. However, if you want something that is reusable, we have this playlist here of a product that we sell. kzbin.info/aero/PLkEXI0BumyG4bdjiFVKPcNsd7rE9CGY0_

[@aggabus]

@@OnTheGrow .. i look playlist.. want grow perennial

[@EricPollarrd]

Isn’t it true we don’t need any medium at all?

[@sinhnguyen4815]

But a hemp shirt seems to last forever? Strange :) The bamboo material seems like it's been treated at high temperatures/pressures and/or chemically.

[@OnTheGrow]

Clothing making hemp is super processed to make it durable! Totally different outcome of the product! Thank you so much for the Feedback Sinh Nguyen! We appreciate your support! Sinh Nguyen 😀We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens Master Book and our first Microgreens Cookbook will be available very soon! 😃Please visit our new website at 0nthegrow.net for info and early sign up!!!

[@justbill62]

Where are the purple trays?

[@OnTheGrow]

Nakano 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!! Nakano We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon!

[@growstar6646]

Nice !)

[@OnTheGrow]

Thank you for watching GrowStar!!! 😄 Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂Would you "be-leaf" we are actively working on tasty recipes that will highlight the various flavors of microgreens...yum!!! P.S...GrowStar Check us on TikTok when you can!

[@ronaldsmith1155]

So the only negatives on Bamboo are price and compostability.

[@OnTheGrow]

Ronald Smith 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@johnathanlivingstonseagull5524]

Cant smoke bamboo

[@OnTheGrow]

Johnathan Livingston Seagul 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!

[@richardlemmon4131]

Why not just stick with a good organic soil??

[@OnTheGrow]

Great question! You can absolutely use a good organic soil. Some people don’t like the mess that soil makes in their house and for commercial growers, sometimes grow mats are more desirable for the same reason. Organic soil does a great job, but depending on the soil, it could perform poorly or really well. We’ve tested a lot of organic soils versus some hydroponic methods and the hydroponic methods can beat soil for cost and provide more produce at harvest... it really comes down to whatever you want! We just like to try everything on the market and share our experiences so people can make better decisions 🤗🌱🌱

[@Whattheheck1]

On The Grow I’m wondering if you’ve ever lab tested for nutritional value, soil vs another grow medium?

[@michellewilson9545]

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[@Dr.DebosreeGhosh]

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[@OnTheGrow]

😊 😀 Dr.D. G. Again...we really benefit from your support and nice compliments!!! Have you visited our newest website... www.onthegrow.net ...we are so proud of the help it provides!!!

[@imnotgaye]

Handy dandy vs take a peek

[@panedrop]

Great video, definitely want an update on the compost results of the bamboo when you have it.

[@OnTheGrow]

panedrop We are so excited to announce that both our Microgreens master book and our first cookbook will be available very soon! panedrop 😉Hello again from "On The Grow"...We apologize for not being timely on your last request or comment!!! We've been blessed to have so many welcoming responses as well as questions from the "MicroGreen Community". 😄Fear not for the future...we have two new grow team members here to assist with all aspects of your grow needs and questions. Please feel free to jump back in to sharing and looking to us for assistance!!