I was wondering has anyone used these for sprouting, I love soybean sprouts and this is a really good deal vs the specifically labeled ones that they say are the only ones you can use for sprouting.
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I had several beans that had sprouted after being soaked for a while. I planted them in a pot and they grew to about 4 inches high, then just died. Don't know what the problem is or what I could have done differently. This was my first time so maybe they didn't get enough sunlight or something I could have added to the soil, I don't know but that's what happened to me. Hope this helps.
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"Can your grains be sprouted?"Any whole grains that have not been heated or hulled can be sprouted. Items that will not sprout include Organic Kasha, Oats and Pearl Barley. We do not offer any sprouted grains or sprouted grain flours." from http://www.bobsredmill.com/faqs.html#SP4 I've never tried it. Amazon has this one specifically for sprouting but more pricey: http://www.amazon.com/Dried-Beans-Organic-Sprouting-Seed/dp/B000P9WGF8
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I don't know about that because I've never entertained the idea of dehydrating sprouted grains. I just looked at my Clean-A-Screen tray and I don't think they would fall through because they have puffed up a bit. I don't do any sprouting myself but am going to give it a try after the holidays. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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They are fine for human use too! Been sprouting and eating the sprouts, they are great : )
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Yes, that is a great sprouter to use. We do always recommend the Easy Sprout sprouter though but any one should work.
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I don't see why they wouldn't work for seed starting. What type of seeds are you attempting to grow? Typically plants in net pots either need lots of air at the roots such as orchids or are growing hydroponically with no soil.
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I've used all types of seeds available to purchase. Get organic seeds. Follow the directions from the company you buy from.Sprouting is amazingly good food! Good in salads and good in sandwiches.
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I had good success with these last summer. I didn't get to plant every variety of the herbs but the basil and the dill grew well. I wish you good luck in your herb gardening. P.S. I am in Alaska where the daylight hours were long in the summer. Pam in Bethel, AK
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I really like Todds seeds http://toddsseeds.com/ They have the widest variety and best prices for sprouting seeds I have seen. You can get a couple of the Todd's seed mixes here on Amazon too.
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They came, but already sprouted. I have not put them in yet. At this time of the year pots may be the best way to go. Good luck.
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I did not receive beans or peas either. Sorry, I don't know how the seed types are decided. So far though, every seed has sprouted. I created a second set now of other greens etc
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In my experience Preen will have no effect on seed already sprouting but will keep other seed from growing. It gets frustrating watching weeds come up but you must remember that Preen is good, but only on weed seed.
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Since currently the air in my house is very dry still in early March, I have been rinsing every 8 hours or so to make sure they have plenty of moisture. The sprouts have been doing very well and seem to like it.
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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.
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I've sprouted everything in mine, even the larger beans (black and garbanzo), and never had anything but great success. My favorite is broccoli (use no more than 1/4 c.). Also, with broccoli, you do need to rinse twice daily. I've also sprouted green lentils. With beans and lentils, you sprout just enough to get a tiny tail, then cook. Lentils can be eaten raw. This sprouter never fails!! (I have no bias toward this company and no connection with it at all. Just love wholesome food.)
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Hi there they taste like a tangy cucumber if that makes any sense. But just to let you know I ordered from here and none sprouted idk if the seeds were old or what it was but nothing grew if you do buy from this seller I just hope you have a different outcome than I did. Good luck!!! They're delicious in salads!
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I planted these seeds for my animals to eat. They sprouted and grew well. I guess you could blend them, but they are dry. I see somebody else replied that they came with mold on them. Mine were dry with no mold, but if theirs had mold, then I would say no way should you blend them. Yuck!
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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.