Easily Grow Kale Microgreens with Kratky Hydroponics

:🌱In this video, we share with you how to Easily Grow Kale Microgreens with Kratky Hydroponics! This no soil system has been a favorite of ours. And today with the Hydroponic Kratky method we'll be growing vibrant Red Russian Kale Microgreens. If you're a busy bee or just prefer a hands-off approach to gardening, the Kratky method might just be your new best friend. No fancy equipment or constant monitoring after germination required – just set it and forget it!

✨️✨️ But what exactly is the Kratky method? Developed by Dr. Bernard A. Kratky at the University of Hawaii, this passive hydroponic technique involves suspending plants over a nutrient-filled water reservoir. No pumps or air stones needed here – it's gardening made easy! Unlike traditional hydroponic systems, the Kratky method is perfect for microgreens, thanks to their short growth cycle. With just 4 to 8 days of root suspension, you'll be harvesting nutrient-rich greens in no time.
In this tutorial, Mandi walks you through the entire process, from seedling to harvest, sharing her tips and tricks for success. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a newbie looking to green up your space, this video has something for everyone. ✨️✨️

🌱 Grow Specs
➽ Red Russian Kale Microgreens – 25grams / 10x20 tray
➽ Medium used - Silicone Reusable Grow Medium (that comes with our kit)
➽ 11 Day Total Grow Time – Day 4 into blackout – Day 5 into Light with 14 cups of nutrient water added to the 2inch deep tray.
➽ From day 5 to 11 (the 7th day) no water was added, just checked.

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00:00 - Introduction
00:12 - Kratky Tray Setup overview
01:06 - Where to buy Kratky Tray Kit
01:48 - Seeding tray with Red Russian Kale
02:12 - Trapping in humidity for seed germination
02:29 - Growth update: Day 3
02:38 - Growth update: Day 4 - blackout
03:04 - Growth update: Day 5 - light & bottom-watering
03:36 - Growth update: Day 6
03:43 - Growth update: Day 7
04:02 - Growth update: Day 8
04:17 - Growth update: Day 9
04:27 - Growth update: Day 10
04:42 - Growth update: Day 11
05:02 - Inspecting overall growth
05:38 - Harvesting microgreens
06:50 - Removing roots from Reusable Grow Medium

[hi_nicetomeetyou-yw]

Would it be possible for these black trays to have a humidity dome, just like the white trays? For less maintenance at the germination stage.

Thanks for the very knowledgeable content 💚

[kiksterman]

Reveived my order today. Thank you mandi for the free labelers :)

[mattlevesque]

You guys are awesome, thanks for making these great videos.

[brianstarkey]

I am struggling to prevent mold with my germination process
Any suggestions on how to prevent the mold

[makitamashiba]

Sou do Brasil, gostei deste método, muito mais prático, obrigado

[ycfxrwu]

The length on these microgreens is amazing! Is there a difference in taste or quality as compared to the 1” bottom tray method?

[tension-ieik]

I must say that this method looks easy and the greens look amazing. I bought a few resuable mats from you guys and failed miserably at my 1st attempt. During germination, my seeds rotted and smelled horrible. I will take another stab at it.

[MD-wkgj]

Have you tried lifting the silicone mat out and cutting as close as possible to the mat?

Maybe cutting roots off first to help the mat be as flat as possible.

[michelemize]

Will this work with a BTF tray with holes? Or does it have to be the mesh version?

[marianjunkman]

Have you tried the kratky method with the deep sprouting tray set (green)? I have done lots of kratky in different type setups but not with microgreens. Definitely need that inch of oxygen between the root and the water.

[paultaylor]

What was the room temp when girmanating and when growing.

[HealthWellness-rsee]

New subscriber here. I have been sprouting using the jar method. I always understood that sprouting seeds needs to be sanitized with vinegar or hydrogen peroxide before sprouting to prevent contamination from e-coli, salmonella and other food borne illnesses. I buy organic, non gmo sprouting seeds from The Sprout House on Amazon. I notice in your videos that you skip that step. Is it necessary to sanitize seeds before sprouting?

[judygude]

I'm looking for the cleaning instructions. I don't see a link...is it on the website, instead of a video? I am hoping to start microgreens at home soon. THANKS! ♥

[hypo]

Do you use any nutrient in the water you spray the seed with at the beginning or just straight water?

[PhroztByte]

How is the canopy humidity level at harvest time with this method? Does the water in the resevoir tray add extra dampness?

[jeevansuthar]

what are the nutrients you have used.?

[osvaldolorenzon]

Bom dia, acompanho você e estou achando ótimo 😊 . Só um probleminha, sou do Brasil e só falo o português, então seria ótimo se tivesse no mínimo legenda ❓🙏 . Acompanho as perguntas e respostas para me orientar melhor. Abraços 😇

[FCESWS]

Are those Salad and Go containers I see back there? Lol

[Maineedham]

? Ocean water...what is it
? Kale: what nutrients
? Coco fiber: is it wet before putting Sunflower seeds on it?

[daxenraxen]

What happened to weighted germination?