Will this barley sprout?
2003996
I checked my 24 hour soaked barley under a light and it had small sprouts coming out of the ends. I realize that for this barley to truly be quality, the germ of the grain must be undamaged to allow for sprouting. I'm on my second 25 pound bag of this barley and am moving away from brown rice potentially.
2003997
No. This is hulled barley, meaning the (inedible) hull has been removed from the grain. I have been told that, unlike other grains, barley is somewhat delicate and will not sprout without the hulls.
749168
Hmmm. The directions, I thought, were pretty clear. It's been a while since I used mine for broccoli sprouts.... but your seeds will stay in the inner container (after the rinsing and shaking process) for proper aeration, humidity and moisture. And that's where they'll begin sprouting.
2265562
Yes it does well but you will have to nick the seed for faster germination. Then transplant outdoors in 2-3 monthsCheck online for seed nicking methods,
2032449
I am yet to find out. I have delayed in planting because I have been experiencing really weird weather for the past 7 months. I was hoping to plant this month (Jan 2014) but with the very wet weather, the plants may not even grow and I do want to maximize the potential for them to sprout (if they are viable). As soon as I have a response - positive or negative (and hopefully in the next two months) I will post it. My sincere apologies.
1923549
I'm not positive but I think not. I think most rice like this is either modified to stop it reproducing or treated to stop it. I've have what I have is moist conditions and it would have sprouted by now if it was going to.
2267309
All the sprouts I have tried have worked. There is an insert for tiny seeds that I have not used yet. I have bought mixed seeds and all have sprouted.
226843
Yes, depending on seed size. You will have to test and adjust a couple of times.
854788
Update: My husband soaked 10 of the seeds overnight and then placed them in between several layers of moist paper towel. 9 out of 10 have sprouted this morning and the 10th looks like it might also sprout, so he says 'YES' these seeds seem to be viable for sprouting and/or planting.
1331753
The flour looks like it is already to use. The sprouting is probably the process it goes thru before it is ground.
443998
I would think it would sprout the wheat, but does not grow the greens very well, I would suspect the tray would be better, it has a growing medium for the roots.
904226
sorry, I don't have a sproutmaster tray at all, just use a jar. but I only use about a tablespoon of seeds.
574620
I have used it on a silver maple and it is still sprouting up little ones. Has not worked for me.
1561036
It is supposed to. I only have a small amount that grew, plan to try again this summer.
55285
no i dont think it will, i grind barley grains for beer. they are a lot bigger than poppy seeds. there is a youtube video where a guy has trouble grinding wheat.
613275
Richard did anyone ever get back to you on this? I am also looking to grow my own barley for the same purpose. Can you post your supplier?
241209
Yes, it is definitely better to sprout by soaking/rinsing before planting, I've tried both ways and this one is the best one, enjoy!
1423158
I am not sure. I use this primarily for bean sprouts. The smaller seeds I usually sprout in a jar or tub so they have room to grow upwards. It seems to me the smaller seeds might get too entangled in the fabric. For a great source of info (& product) check out Sprout People online, lots of great advice on technique & how to grow what, where. . . even instructional videos.