Wheatgrass Grow Kit 1 – Seeds & Trays

Wheatgrass Grow Kit 1 contains the seed, reusable tray system and paper liners needed for repeated wheatgrass crops. You only need to add your preferred growing medium and clean water.

What's Included

• 3kg wheatgrass seed
• 2 drainable grow trays
• 2 matching solid drip trays
• 20 paper tray liners
• Step-by-step growing instructions

You Will Also Need

• Coco fibre, quality seed-raising mix or another suitable growing medium
• Clean drinking-quality water
• A bowl, jar or container for soaking the wheat
• Clean scissors or a sharp knife for harvesting

Seed Quantity

Use approximately 150–200g of dry wheatgrass seed per grow tray as a practical starting rate.

Adjust slightly according to seed size, growing medium and your preferred crop density.

Aim for dense, even coverage without creating thick overlapping piles, as excessive density can restrict airflow around the developing crop.

Step 1 – Rinse & Soak

1. Measure approximately 150–200g of wheatgrass seed.
2. Rinse thoroughly with clean, cool drinking-quality water.
3. Cover generously with fresh water.
4. Soak for approximately 6–12 hours.
5. In warmer conditions, the shorter end of the range is generally sufficient.
6. In cooler conditions, a longer soak may be appropriate.
7. Drain thoroughly after soaking.

Step 2 – Pre-Germinate

1. Leave the drained wheat in a clean container.
2. Keep the seed moist while allowing excess water to drain.
3. Rinse and drain as required during this stage.
4. Allow approximately 12–24 hours for small white roots to begin emerging.
5. Sow while the roots are still short and before the grain becomes heavily tangled.

Step 3 – Prepare the Grow Tray

1. Start with a clean drainable grow tray.
2. Place one paper liner flat across the bottom.
3. Add approximately 1–2cm of coco fibre, soil or another suitable growing medium.
4. Level the growing medium gently without compacting it heavily.
5. Place the grow tray inside the matching solid drip tray.

Step 4 – Sow the Wheat

1. Spread the pre-germinated wheat evenly across the growing surface.
2. Aim for dense coverage without excessive overlapping.
3. Water thoroughly.
4. Allow excess water to drain through the upper tray into the drip tray below.
5. Empty excessive standing water where necessary.

Step 5 – Cover During Germination

1. Place a second paper liner directly over the freshly sown wheat.
2. Mist the paper until evenly damp.
3. Keep the paper and seed moist during approximately the first 2 days.
4. Check regularly and do not allow the paper to dry completely.
5. Remove the upper sheet once the shoots reach approximately 1–2cm and begin lifting it.

Step 6 – Light & Watering

Once the upper covering has been removed:

• Move the tray into bright indirect light.
• Maintain good airflow around the crop.
• Keep the growing medium evenly moist without waterlogging it.
• Avoid prolonged hot direct sunlight.
• Once a healthy root mat develops, begin bottom watering through the solid drip tray.

Bottom Watering

To bottom-water established wheatgrass:

1. Lift the drainable grow tray briefly.
2. Add a moderate amount of clean water to the solid drip tray.
3. Replace the upper tray.
4. Allow the roots and growing medium to absorb moisture through the drainage openings.
5. Check the crop regularly.
6. Add more water only when required.

Avoid leaving the crop continuously sitting in excessive water.

Step 7 – Harvest

Wheatgrass is generally ready to harvest approximately 7–10 days after sowing, although growth rate will vary with temperature, light and other growing conditions.

The crop will typically have developed dense, upright green blades by this stage.

To harvest:

1. Use clean scissors or a sharp knife.
2. Cut the wheatgrass just above the growing medium.
3. Avoid cutting into the root mat or growing medium.
4. Wash the harvested grass thoroughly under cool running drinking-quality water.
5. Use promptly after harvesting.

Staggering Two Crops

The two-tray system allows you to maintain overlapping wheatgrass crops.

For example:

1. Start the first tray normally.
2. Begin the second tray several days later.
3. Harvest the first crop when ready.
4. Clean and prepare that tray for another crop.
5. Continue rotating the two trays as required.

This can provide a more regular supply than starting both trays at the same time.

Cleaning Between Crops

After harvest:

1. Remove the wheatgrass root mat.
2. Dispose of the spent growing medium and used paper liner.
3. Empty the drip tray.
4. Wash both trays thoroughly.
5. Rinse with clean water.
6. Allow all components to dry completely.
7. Use fresh growing medium and a new paper liner for the next crop.