I'm starting from scratch at the beginning of the new year. I have earmarked everything that you said and I'm going to start my garden next month. Most of my money is spent buying prepackaged salads so this is going to be a game changer. Can't wait!!
@Anne--Marie4 ай бұрын
How is your garden going?
@vagary04 жыл бұрын
It took me a bit to find this video but it's exactly what I was looking for. You should put "bottom watering", "coir" and "baby greens" in the description. Thank you!
@Carol-ch9wj3 жыл бұрын
Your salad greens look beautiful....I definitely want to try this. Thank you for explaining how you do this!
@letsthrive44553 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm in Subtropical Australia and the summer is way to hot to grow salad, Im trying this right now !
@barbaramierau51463 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for showing your great way to grow salad greens indoors for the winter that tray looks delicious I am trying your method today
@michaelbrooks60955 жыл бұрын
Very informative. I've been wanting to grow lettuce indoors but everyone else s using large pots or elaborate setups. Thanks for taking the time to share your method.
@MyViewFromTheWoods5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Michael! I'll be making more on growing microgreen and salad greens soon. Starting a new set up.
@NatureZone1013 жыл бұрын
Thanks - love that this method uses minimal amount of soil. Gotta get my stuff together and get started.
@stevec8789 Жыл бұрын
Brand new to indoor growing and you just seriously upped my greens game. I planted too scarce and didn’t get a good grow. Going to try your method. Thank you 👍
@donnamsanford46553 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, I can't wait to eat what I grow!
@papablueshirt3 жыл бұрын
Great in depth video on planting indoors, I love planting indoors. I have about 30 trays going now and plan on doubling it soon. My wife thinks I am trying to feed an army 😂, but I just love to grow. I put worms in my trays, this solves all the mold problems. I have a Kale tray that I planted almost 2 years ago and it is still going strong after weekly cuttings. I also have a microgreen tray that has almost 50 cuttings using the same soil, so the worms really help to save a lot of money on soil costs. I do grow in the garden, but get tired of all the pests, especially on the leafy greens. Indoors I can control everything and it has worked out great. : )
@RT-wy4st3 жыл бұрын
papa blue shirt, what kind of soil are you using indoors? how do you keep the pests away? are you sterilizing your soil?
@papablueshirt3 жыл бұрын
@@RT-wy4st No, not sterilizing my soil in any way. I use a professional potting mix. I combine it with a cup of castings and some organic fertilizer. It works great with the worms. I had an outbreak of bugs on a few trays about a year ago, I just cut all the lettuce and tipped it over in my worm bin. Haven't had a problem since. If you keep the plants healthy and robust, pest are not much of a problem. I have had a little problem with very little snails. I used to use the soil direct from my worm bin and somehow the snails got in there. They do not do much damage, but I do not like them. So I cut a carpet with a rubber back and when I seed the tray I lay that on the seeds until they sprout. When I pull it off, the snails are on the back of the carpet, so I just scrape them off. They are pretty much gone now. You can also use DE, it is organic. I sprinkled some on my trays when I had bugs, but I do not bother any more. The only bugs I see now are fruit flies and I just put out the yellow sticky cards and that takes care of them : ) I try not to go from the garden to the grow room as I do not want any hitchhikers LOL
@Ternika1002 жыл бұрын
@@papablueshirt What size of containers do you use for Kale? I just started my indoor garden few weeks ago.
@papablueshirt2 жыл бұрын
@@Ternika100 My 2 year old kale was originally planted in a standard 1020 garden tray. When I upgraded to my super strong trays, I transplanted it into 1010 trays to make it easier to water. But you can plant kale in any size container, it just depends if you want microgreens, baby greens or full size plants. I am now doing microgreens in 6 inch pots as it is the perfect size for our family and very convenient. In the winter time I grow full size kale in my shop in concrete mixing tubs. It works well in the winter, but too hot in the summer. I hope that helps : )
@Ternika1002 жыл бұрын
@Papa Blue Shirt Thank you, I appreciate your answer! I am trying to find as much information about indoor gardening as possible. Yes, I am trying to grow full size of Lacinato Kale in 12 oz pots for single plant, and have doubts that it would be enough for them. The are small. I don’t do micro greens, cause I eat a lot of leafy greens, I need full size plants for my salads.)) Thanks again!
@Zanthxs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You made it easy! I'll get the trays off Amazon.
@jimlyon73112 жыл бұрын
Great video Michael. I'm just about to start. I like that your video starts quickly without all of the chatter and gets right to the point...NW Arkansas
@MyViewFromTheWoods2 жыл бұрын
You got this!
@jodysappington70086 жыл бұрын
never thought about putting seeds in a little container like that...thank you for sharing..
@MyViewFromTheWoods6 жыл бұрын
That red pepper shaker works really well. I use it for microgreens too. I appreciate you watching Jody.
@Sukerkin3 жыл бұрын
Just started attempting this myself today, over here in England :). Spring has taken a while to get going but it was at least sunny today so I decided to stop putting it off and planted my first six test batches ... ... ... now we wait to see what happens :grins:. I have planted tarragon, chives, parsley, spinach, salad greens and lettuce. A very high density of sowing with the intent of seeing if replanting thinnings works. If not then I know next to sow thinly and leave them be.
@montedreams12 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for taking the time to make this info video! I am plaining on growing greens in my 4x8 grow tent. Your video has been very helpful (: Have a nice day!
@MyViewFromTheWoods2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@lmargo35013 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! About to get started with my 5 year old daughter. a good winter project!
@kalenereeve62723 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to make and share this video. I have all the supplies that you recommend using so I’m going to get to work starting some salad greens this afternoon! Thank you from your new friend in the north 🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
I posted another article on a lettuce called Outredgeous. You’ll find it on homemicrogreens.com.
@mattescooking Жыл бұрын
Love this! Easy as the microgreens I grow.
@lauraschaefer66976 жыл бұрын
Very thorough video. Great for newbies.
@MyViewFromTheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! There will be more videos like this in the fall.
@LC_Boston3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.; I found this to be pretty helpful. I do have a few questions related to the grow lights, though. About how many hours per day do you leave them on? Also, have you noticed any appreciable increase in your monthly electricity bill since you started doing this. I'm also wondering about how you harvest and rotate, but perhaps you cover that in another video, so I'll take a look. Happy growing!
@teresafinch79813 жыл бұрын
I bought a Green Stalk garden and have been growing in the garage all winter. I am anxious to try the trays and grow some lettuce. Have had to use some heat, so that may off set the advantages. Going to try microgreens in some small trays.
@elliestell2696 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video I will be doing this this winter thanks again great video
@Banstargue3 жыл бұрын
Pretty cool, never thought of growing salad greens indoors. I think I will try that with spinach...if it's possible.
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Spinach likes cooler temperatures. Can be done though.
@annettem59985 ай бұрын
Do you have a video where you share the best way to harvest the lettuce? I’m extremely new to any type of gardening. I plan to try the indoor gardening. Thank you for making this video!
@bettygentry9672 Жыл бұрын
Gonna try it this season.Great video!
@abigailbessey5805 Жыл бұрын
Looks wonderful. I am going to give it a try.
@pgnanofarm97765 жыл бұрын
Great instructions. I really want to try this.
@MyViewFromTheWoods5 жыл бұрын
It really is very easy. When they first start growing you wouldn't think the seeding density is enough. But they fill the tray in time. I really like Fruition Seeds Salad Bowl mix. www.fruitionseeds.com/Organic-Fruition-Salad-Bowl-Mix-p/l18.htm Currently I'm trying MIGardener's mix.
@Sim0nGoog3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This was inspiring. You have a wonderful relaxed and thorough way of explaining and showing things. What do you do with the soil after you harvest your last cutting? Can you re-use it or do you have to ditch it and purchase fresh soil to start again?
@GeriatricWoodturner3 жыл бұрын
Very nice video. I’m going to try this simple method. Thanks for sharing.
@MC-wx2fw5 жыл бұрын
THIS is the way to do it. Keep it simple. Coir is the best thing to use !
@geniajacobs75193 жыл бұрын
New to your channel. I really enjoyed. I'm going to start growing hopefully a lettuce mix. Great hobby. I'm also a vegan and would step up my choices of salad mix
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Genia Jacobs go to home microgreens dot com and sign up for a free microgreen guide. That website will have more on growing greens inside.
@Tosalsaking3 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your presentation. Thanks for the growing tips. One more activity to wait out the Pandemic.
@ihiroe3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Good info on the bottom watering.
@iwanttobelieve5970 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful especially with the price of lettuce and cabbage being ridiculously high.
@susanbritton-giza5054 Жыл бұрын
Love you videos ❤ I gotta try this ! Love your spice dispenser idea ! Thank you 🙏🏼
@TheAbleFarmer4 жыл бұрын
Nice video, I just planted salad greens indoors here in central Ohio. I have not tried this before so I stumbled on your video. A couple things I didn't do, I don't have a cover for my top and I don't currently have them on a heat mat. I was under the impression that they were more cold tolerant plants. They are in a spare room that is probably 65 degrees. Once they germinate I was going to move them to my grow lights. How long does it typically take for germination? I hope to have some success because I am already starting to dream about the garden and we have a long winter to go! 👍👍👍
@MarySmith-ry9cu2 жыл бұрын
How did your lettuce turn out under the conditions you had? I'm trying it under similar conditions. 65° room. I have a South facing window so they are sprouting. I also have a regular table light in there so that it doesn't get too cold. I have it sitting on a folded light blanket. No heat mat. We'll see!
@peacebewithyou28095 жыл бұрын
I love this channel ! You sir have and better day..
@nancywillis5056 Жыл бұрын
I learned a lot. Thank you.
@kuanonikc4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I’m trying now. Hopefully the grow light I have will work
@Eye2C334 жыл бұрын
Wow, great job! Thanks for the info
@meredith20703 жыл бұрын
This was a really good video! Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you :)
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Check out my lettuce articles on homemicrogreens.com.
@deedee82955 ай бұрын
I want to start growing my own and this really helped new subscriber 🥬👍🏾
@tonilerew4972 жыл бұрын
Excellant
@karinanderson43443 жыл бұрын
Thank You
@kims.87185 ай бұрын
I'd love to try this! I'm trying to judge how much one person would need to keep growing if they had one small salad a day. How long would a 10" x 20" tray last? Would you need to keep several trays that size going in cycles if you wanted one small salad a day?
@carolyvonnedyar-eaton263 Жыл бұрын
Aquarium water? I have a small tank w 1 fish but use a water additive ( Aqueon Water Conditioner) so would be reluctant to use it... your process is different I am guessing? And thanks for your time and energy. Well done and not hurried
@phill13044 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video!
@laurenmclaughlin3085 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Would you split the greens up so that they grow larger?
@bttrflysprit65073 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!!!
@lildumplin99056 жыл бұрын
This seems to be awesome thank you for sharing
@MyViewFromTheWoods6 жыл бұрын
It does work well, the greens taste great, I like that there are different kinds of greens in the mix so you're not eating one type of lettuce or having to buy multiple heads. I don't like the salad mixes from grocery stores as I don't trust them for cleanliness. Thanks for watching!
@Cat32215 Жыл бұрын
I liked your video, thank you. The question I have is all the videos I have watched say something different. I know a few said no heat mat for cool weather plants like lettuce. Is it necessary if maybe your house is too cold?
@tamis43534 жыл бұрын
I really liked this video, more information than others. I do have a question for you: have you ever experienced indoor bugs/gnats from the soil?
@MyViewFromTheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Tami Saige thank you! I’m making an updated video on growing lettuce currently. Yes, once in a while fungus gnats occur. Usually it’s a sign of over watering. When I get an outbreak I use sticky traps to catch them.
@tamis43534 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
@jankof762 жыл бұрын
I grow my greens with coco coir only using fish fertilizer......grows really fast and big..I put a layer of clay pebbles at the bottom about 1inch.
@ximenafernandezduran31322 жыл бұрын
Hi, I was just thinking about this idea earlier today!… how does this works? Putting clay pebbles on the bottom of the tray does it make the watering process more effective?
@yumyum4085 жыл бұрын
I grow mine in a flower box it's a little deeper. I fill it with compost from my pile. As its growing I just pick out the young weeds. I'm just wondering that it might not have as much nutrition since u r using only bagged soil and no organic matter....but I don't know. I do my spinach in a flower box also...both i just keep on my deck railing.
@jankof762 жыл бұрын
I also use aeroponics indoors to grow, but you have to be careful with you nutrient mix, I've learned that you cant go full strength right away.
@nicholasmorello63702 жыл бұрын
What was the yield per tray?
@sddancer Жыл бұрын
Start to grow salad greens and they were doing good for about 10 days t0mTwo weeks . Then they started to die and the ones that are still alive have stopped growing. What are some possible things I did wRong?
@rodneymacdonald4964 Жыл бұрын
Is there a follow up video?
@Marcel-ks1je4 ай бұрын
Can you trim the leaves and regrow them? Or do you grow just once then regrow new seeds?
@MyViewFromTheWoods4 ай бұрын
Yes, I get 2 to 3 cuttings from them.
@monicaoppel72404 жыл бұрын
To water again, do you lift the top tray out, put more water in the bottom tray, and then put the top tray back in? How much water do you put in the bottom tray, how deep? Thanks
@karenmcallister74117 ай бұрын
I have never grown indoor greens. I want to learn. I have 2 metal racks with grown lights and heat mats ....already set up. Been using for growing garden transplants. I want to grow lettuce for myself and collards for my chickens. Maybe even grow some sprouts. My question is the soil. What kind do you use. I know general seed start soil ...has no nutrition in it. What do you use. Looks like your growing in one tray ...all the way to harvest. If I can eliminate transplanting. It would be a time saver. Can you help me out...ty karen
@MyViewFromTheWoods7 ай бұрын
Checkout Homemicrogreens.com it has all the answers you need in the couple hundred articles I have. Go to the article directory in the header and there is a linked table of contents that will show you all the articles on the topic.
@emmanuelomassi195 жыл бұрын
How many lbs do you manage to grow, per tray, harvest time from seed to harvest ?. thank you
@MyViewFromTheWoods5 жыл бұрын
I have never weighed them. Also, I've never harvested a whole tray at once. I take the tray out to the kitchen and fresh cut the greens I need for my salad. Each tray gives me between 5 and 7 salads for each cutting. I usually get 4 cuttings off one tray. But I'll admit, the last cutting is usually a little bitter. However, the first two cuttings are so flavorful!
@vickiiluvboxers41916 жыл бұрын
beautiful greens! Thank you for sharing. :)
@MyViewFromTheWoods6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Vicki! I appreciate you watching the video and commenting!
@cbass27552 жыл бұрын
Wow! I’d love to do that…you just popped up on my feed. I live in Michigan and it’s cold and windy. It’s only going to get worse. Anyways, I bought window box liners and I’m going to start lettuce. I have a really sunny window and going to place it their. I don’t have grow lights, and don’t really think I can do that. I’m 68, live alone, do have a great family so maybe I’ll ask them but dally hate to do that. I’ll try first with natural sun….I don’t know how to even hang a grow light? Oh dear, I’m not good at things like that. But I am a doer! If I set my mind to it, I’ll do it regardless of failing. I’m not afraid of failure, it’s how I learn
@MyViewFromTheWoods2 жыл бұрын
Even a cheap LED light from depot or Lowe’s is better than nothing. Set up something on either side of the planter to rest the light on if you don’t want to hang it from anything.
@cbass27552 жыл бұрын
@@MyViewFromTheWoods Now that I can do. I’m a female, but not helpless. However when stuff like this needs to be done I get a bit nervous. I don’t mind hanging things, but I don’t have those tools. My brother in law will have the tools I bet, but I’ll try first. If it doesn’t work out, I’ll ask. Thank you so much!!
@superslyfoxx13 жыл бұрын
What a great tray of greens. Do you use any natural fertilizers inside?
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
I use Ocean Solution now.
@darcyhumphrey5393 жыл бұрын
How often do you add more bottom water, or do you just top water when it's all absorbed?
@fuadcuplov2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the helpful tips, however what I would ask you is do you know by chance what amount of salad you get from one tray, or have you ever weighed the amount of salad? Thanks in advance for the reply.
@MyViewFromTheWoods2 жыл бұрын
I never harvested a full tray. I cut enough for a large bowl of salad. I get 4 to 6 large salads bowls full from a tray then it regrows and I get more. Funny you mentioned weighing the harvested lettuce. I’m harvesting 4 trays of micro lettuce today and weighing it. Even had a different seeding rate. Not sure I will put the video on KZbin but will have it on Homemicrogreens.com in a couple of weeks.
@laualee13 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking time to share this. I got a salad mix seed pack and my seeds don't look like lettuce. Look like radish seed and taste it. Do yours taste spicy when 1 inch long?
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
No, like lettuce. A lot of companies sell what they call a salad mix is really a mix of microgreens and maybe a few lettuces mixed in. If you want pure lettuce seed go to HomeMicrogreens.com and search for lettuce.
@laualee13 жыл бұрын
@@MyViewFromTheWoods thank you!
@megrockstar3 жыл бұрын
These are very clear. My only question is about harvest. Do you cut the whole thing to the bottom and it’s over or take one leaf from each one?
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
I cut the lettuce about 3/4 of an inch from the bottom and it will regrow again. The 3rd cut starts to get pretty bitter.
@BrightBeamsMission3 жыл бұрын
@@MyViewFromTheWoods How long does it take to regrow to eating stage?
@debbiedwyer76443 жыл бұрын
Tried your way to grow a tray of lettuce. Looks good color is not as dark green as i would like. if you use fertilizer what do you use? I use 1 tea. of MaxiGro per 1 gallon water.
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
What lettuce variety did you grow? I’ve heard Maxigro is good. I haven’t used it. Currently I use Ocean Solution or Floragro. I also wonder if the color doesn’t have something to do with the power of light? Not sure, just a thought. Also, what soil did you use?
@debbiedwyer76443 жыл бұрын
The seeds gourmet mixture from true leaf. The soil is fox farm ocean forest and the light is 4' 4 light agrobrite high output T5. Under same light micro greens look great. The lettuce is kinda limp. I will try different light. Thanks for the reply!
@maxwelllaws95212 жыл бұрын
Maxwell how Do you grow other vegetables or fruits double watering containers. I was growing in soil all my fruit plants fruit trees herbs died from gnat infestation. I I have a small greenhouse and two standing plant lights. Please help me I have T cell lymphoma and my diet is vegetables fruits fish and chicken and I would really love to be back on the farm in my apartment. If you can if you can help me with growing more plants inside I would appreciate it thank you.
@debbiedwyer76443 жыл бұрын
how many grams or oz of lettuce seeds do you use in a 10x20 tray?
@markbaker18273 жыл бұрын
Do you do cut and allow the lettuce to regrow out of your trays? Any thinning as you go along? Looks great!
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
I get 3 cuttings from a tray before it starts to get bitter. No thinning, I harvest from one end and move toward the far end.
@BrightBeamsMission3 жыл бұрын
@@MyViewFromTheWoods How long does it take between cuttings to regrow?-1 week, 2 weeks?
@birdsongvalley3 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks! One question, at what temp is your apartment? I’ve read that some lettuce varieties need to be under 75 (my apartment is 77-78) to be able to germinate.
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
I’m the fall and winter usually between 65 and 70. They should still germinate at those temperatures. Maybe a little less. But cooler does help.
@birdsongvalley3 жыл бұрын
It’s too hot here. I’m in 10B, 4th floor apartment, no direct sun so I can only plant indoors. I’m going to give a try and see what happens!
@iuditayoung953 Жыл бұрын
I wished I could see day 2-3
@MyViewFromTheWoods Жыл бұрын
I’ll check and see if I have any images. I’m sure I do. Also will be coming out with a course that will show all the days advancement.
@MyViewFromTheWoods Жыл бұрын
I have some photos of Outredgeous at 2 and 4 days Iudita, email me at todd@homemicrogreens.com if you want to see them.
@jessierana20592 жыл бұрын
I tried this, but they turned into micro greens instead, I used coco coir, can you let me know what I did wrong? thank you
@MyViewFromTheWoods2 жыл бұрын
Only thing I can think of is that the seeds were sown too densely. It takes very little seed. On home microgreens.com I have an article on lettuce microgreens and seed density’s. For baby leaf you need only .6 to .8 grams. Very little.
@jessierana2059 Жыл бұрын
Thankyou, did you use only coco coir, or a mix?
@XXStoic4 жыл бұрын
What are your favorite lettuce varieties to use for cut and come again? I look forward to giving this a try. I only have Little Gem seeds now though.
@MyViewFromTheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Alexa Narma I like Ruby Red lettuce. It takes a while to turn red but when it does it is dark. I use 0.75 grams for a 1020 tray. I might list some for sale on HomeMicrogreens.com this weekend.
@toyinogunseye48913 жыл бұрын
I want to know the name of the plotting soil you used. Thank you dor your insight
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
The best potting mix I’ve come across sold in stores is Fox Farms Coco Loco.
@carolehamilton96534 жыл бұрын
will they regrow, I want to make my salad grow continuously by doing cut and come again
@MyViewFromTheWoods4 жыл бұрын
Yes, you’ll get another 2 harvests from the lettuce. Each will get a little more bitter, the 4th cut is usually too bitter for me.
@lindatheodore5083 жыл бұрын
How many hours of lights do you use on average per day?
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
About 15 hours
@mdibens4 жыл бұрын
when do you switch to bottom watering only?
@MyViewFromTheWoods4 жыл бұрын
I switch as soon as I take the dome off. Depending on how the soil surface looks, I may spray the lettuce with a hand sprayer as I remove the dome if it looks dry.
@teecee44593 жыл бұрын
How many harvests do you get from a single tray?
@MyViewFromTheWoods3 жыл бұрын
2 to 3
@teecee44593 жыл бұрын
@@MyViewFromTheWoods Nice! Do you know if using a 5"-6" depth would allow for more harvests before replanting, or is it a waste of grow mix?
@zodiatube5 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't under watering like this rot your roots?
@MyViewFromTheWoods5 жыл бұрын
I've never had root issue problems. I don't add so much water that it isn't absorbed by the soil.
@zodiatube5 жыл бұрын
The reason I ask is that it's happened to me. I had the water coming up to the soil so that the soil would absorb the water. I also thought "Hey, isn't this drowning the roots?" Well, the seedlings started to fall over with what appeared to be a rotted base, so I removed the water from the bottom tray.
@lesbetts56944 жыл бұрын
man i hope you got a refund n them seeds that count was way off.