I’m here from Mary’s Nest! I love sprouting, so this is right up my alley! Thank you for the tips, and I’d love to hear more about each seed, and more ways to use them.
Hi Melissa, welcome over! I'm so glad to hear you are interested in setting up your own indoor salad garden. You can do this. It is fun and very satisfying. Thank you for letting me know you would like to see more seeds/greens. Have a wonderful day, Michele.
Okay! You got me hooked. I am doing it. You are so fun to watch ❤ I feel like you are a hidden treasure in that little cottage. A thousand times Thanks🎉
Thank you, Lisa! I appreciate the compliment. I'll tell you my secret. This video took me 3 times to film correctly. It's harder to film it than to do it. LOL! I'm so happy to hear you are going to start an indoor salad garden! That makes it all worth it for me. I think you will enjoy your little secret garden very much. Being able to produce all the salad greens you need at home is incredibly satisfying. Love, Michele
@@lisafuller2027 I have not seen the musical, but I have read the book many, many times! Did you know there is a Secret Garden Cookbook? It contains recipes for all the dishes mentioned in The Secret Garden, along with historical context. Such a sweet book.
Omg. This was so amazing to watch. I’ve been wanting to do this and you’ve made it so simple. Bless you and thank you so much ❤. Yes pls do a second video if possible. Blessings. ❤❤
You are so welcome! Your comment made my day! This was such a lot of behind-the-scenes planning to carry off, so I am very glad you found it helpful. And thank you for letting me know you would like to see more! Blessings, Michele
Wonderful information. This has been on my to do list. You make it seem so easy. I would love to see you demonstrate some of your other seeds! Thank you for your thorough videos.
Hi Debbie, it is easy and it's fun, too. I find it so satisfying to be able to produce all the greens we need organically and not pay what they're asking at the grocery store. I think you will, too. Once your system is in place, indoor gardening becomes part of the rhythm of your household. Thank you for letting me know you would like to see additional greens. Love, Michele
Thank you for watching, Sandra! Enjoy your day, sweet friend. Love, Michele PS. Here is a link to the blog post in case you like to read it: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Thanks, Michele! This is SUCH a helpful video, and I love how you're just using bowls! I always seem to make things more difficult than they have to be. I actually have that book! I need to find it and start up again. 🥰 LOVE your storage space and organization. LOL I'm a little jealous, and you make the organizing look so easy!
Here from Mary’s nest and would love a follow up video. We live in a zone 3 and do have a large garden and high tunnels but we don’t heat them so I am always trying to grow things inside. This is perfect! Growing them to full size in the house has not been successful for me time and time again unsuccessful! Thank you for the video!
Welcome over from Mary's Nest! Thank you for the request for a follow-up video. An indoor salad garden adds another layer of sufficiency to your food security. You're already a gardener, I think you'll find it very satisfying. The real key to is keep planting, it's a system, not a one and done thing. ~Michele PS.Here is a link to the blog post on my website with printable Supply List and 7-Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
One more from Mary's Nest! Love what you have to share with so many of us. Love the idea of this kind of gardening and having available nutritious greens. Keep the coming, pretty please. Thank you!!!
So nice of you, Loli! Thank you for visiting from Mary's Nest. ❤️🌷❤️ Thank you for your kind words, too. Love, Michele PS. Here's the link to the printable Supply List and 7 Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
So nice of you to say so, Lula Mamie. Thank you for letting me know you'd like to learn about other seeds/greens! ~Michele PS. Here is a link to the blog post where you can print off your Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
I can do this! Tyvm for showing how it's done, you did a great job! Excited to grow some greens to eat. Now that I know just how to go about it. If you make more videos of this I would enjoy learning more. Thanks, wonderful video and knowledge. 👍💕
Hi Winnie, you can totally do this! It's just a matter of creating your own little indoor garden with your supplies and cupboard space and a windowsill. Thanks for letting me know you'd like to learn about more seeds/greens! And do take a look at the blog post and print off your Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
There is! You may have already found it but here is the link to Indoor Salad Garden Part 2. th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html. and here is a link to the blog post with printable Supply List and 7 Step Guide chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden-6-new-greens/
@@ChocolateBoxCottage I've been sprouting seeds like CRAZY! lol I've been reusing clear plastic boxes with lids like little green houses then leaving them open after germination. Not as pretty as yours but it's me and my kids are having an absolute blast snacking.
@@sugarmuffin319 I'm so glad to hear that! This is a very simple system and you can tailor it to make it work for your family. Blessings on your indoor salad garden. Love, Michele
Awesome setup you have Michele and you make the process look so easy! I was looking at getting some micro green trays this morning but love your system much better. I have been saving some minced garlic jars which would be perfect for soaking the seeds and who doesn't have some old soup bowls? Thanks so much for the tips to make this easy! Blessings..
Hi Sue, minced garlic jars would be perfect for soaking your seeds. This is very simple and doable and I think you will be happy with your harvests of greens. Have fun with it! Love, Michele PS. Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Thankyou! I’ve been growing sprouts & microgreens in large plastic trays for years, but you’ve shown me how to make my healthy indoor farming much more aesthetic- I’m going to collect all my pretty bowls & do it this way! Wonderful
You're so welcome! Have fun establishing your new indoor garden. 💚 Michele PS. Here's the link to the printable Supply List and 7 Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
You make it look so easy... I may just have to try it. The salad you served at lunch last week was so good, so I can testify that the outcome is worth the small amount of effort. I would love to see more seed types demonstrated. And my question would be, can you store the left over cut greens in the fridge?... or should you harvest only what you want for the meal at hand and then cut the rest the following day? Thank you for sharing your expertise:) Joy
Hi Joy, since you are not gardening outdoors, it might be a lot of fun. Leftover greens can be stored in the fridge in a container or plastic bag with a paper towel to absorb extra moisture. They last a week easily. Thanks for watching - it was such a surprise to see your (Bill's) name! :) XOXOX Michele PS. Here is a link to the blog post with Supply List and 7-Step Guide:chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Mary’s Nest brought me here and I absolutely love your channel and soothing voice! New subbie. You have me wanting to grow sprouts again - but with style!
I'm so glad Mary, of Mary's Nest shared this link. Thank you for that wonderful video! I have never done micro greens & only recently heard of them. I hope you share more micro greens.
@@ChocolateBoxCottage I am checking out sources for the seeds right now to do that. I have some sprouts on my kitchen table I am growing to put out into the garden and wondering what they might taste like...lol.
Hi! I’m here from Mary’s Nest. I really enjoyed learning from you, today :) I’d love to see more, as well. The popcorn seeds, especially. So far though, I know I wanna try the broccoli & sunflowers, to start. Thanks for keeping it simple for beginners. Oh, I do have a question about the paper lids. The ink from the printed pages, I assume aren’t an issue? 🦋💞
Hi Diane, welcome over from Mary's Nest! Sunflowers and broccoli are delicious. You'll enjoy them. Since broccoli seeds are tiny, use just 1 teaspoon per soup bowl. Thanks for the request about additional greens, I'll work on another video. About the ink on the pages...ink used these days is safe, not like the old days. Love, Michele
You are so welcome! Starting your own indoor salad garden is doable and fun - and delicious! Yes, popcorn! It has a slightly maple flavor, surprisingly. ~Michele PS. Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Hi Just come over from Mary's nest! Will try this with the bowls next, my mustard and cress are laying flat in a seedlings tray not growing upright ( not all of them very short stems ). Thanks for your video❤
Have fun with it, Sue. I think you will find indoor salad gardening to be enjoyable and satisfying as well as delicious. Here is a link to the blog post on my website with printable Supply List and 7-Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ I am actually growing mustard in bowls right now! Cress works nicely, too. Thank you for coming over from Mary's Nest. She is a blessing and a sweetheart - and I suspect you are, too. Michele
Another wonderful and inspiring video! Thanks so much for being so thoughtful sharing your expertise. I will definitely start an indoor garden as we head into the cold weather.
Hello from Tennessee!Love your videos. I would like to see additional videos on in side growing. Also, I used your recipe for fruit leather today. Can't wait till it's done. Donna
Hi Donna, welcome to my channel! I'm so glad you made fruit leather and I hope it turned out well for you. If you have any questions about it, be sure to watch my Fruit Leather Troubleshooting video. th-cam.com/video/HS_cg0QAlAQ/w-d-xo.html I have a second Indoor Salad Garden video for you: th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html Hope you are having a good summer and enjoying filling up your pantry for winter. Blessings, Michele
Hi Cari, thank you! ~Michele Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Could you use bags of bird seed? They usually have a variety of seeds and grains. Wonder if they are treated with anything before being packaged? Could you also throw the soil with because stems to the chickens?
Hi Robert, most commercial birdseed these days is heat pasteurized to prevent sprouting because people didn't like "weeds" growing under their bird feeder. And you would have no way of knowing what else it is treated with since it is not packaged for human consumption. Seeds for this are not expensive. I share seed sources and other helpful info here: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ And yes, the rootwad with leftover soil can be given to chickens, ducks, rabbits, or other animals, or it can be composted. ~Michele
Can you also do bean sprouts? Pinto beans? black beans? Black eyed peas? Do you plant popcorn, like regular popcorn that you would buy at the grocers? Such a good informative video, I subscribed today. Thank you. (Mary Anne Record) Gary's wife.
Good questions, Mary Anne. I have grown some but not all of those, so I will add them to my list to try. Thank you! Yes, popcorn like you pop for a snack. It does need to be fresh enough to sprout. Older popcorn that has been sitting at the store for a couple of years may not do as well as popcorn purchased from a seed company that supplies microgreen growers. The flavor of popcorn shoots is intriguing. Sweet, with a hint of maple. So good! Thank you for subscribing! Love, Michele PS. Here is a link to the blog post where you can print off your Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ REPLY
Hi, I found you at Marys nest, so thankful! I harvested alot of my coriander seed from last fall, would that work? Also my green arrow pea seeds? Or do you have to buy specific brand of seeds? Thankyou and God bless you and yours😊
Hi Lyn, I have not tried coriander seeds, but it's on my list to try. If you do, let me know how it goes. You can use your saved pea seeds. Saving your own seeds for growing greens in your indoor salad garden is excellent - it's my goal. ~Michele PS. Here is a link to the blog post on my website with printable Supply List and 7-Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Thank you very much… I definitely want to try this. As I have been learning to sprout, ferment, pickle and sourdough..I heard about you from Mary’s nest.. I didn’t wanting to do the micro greens for quite a while, but was thinking of it on a bigger scale… But a small production is all I need..I have a hard time keeping greens, as I’m not able to go out to get them. So thank you very much. This will be so helpful. Lord Jesus bless you.
Thank you for the blessing, Pamela! This is so doable and enjoyable. It really is satisfying to produce your own ongoing supply of greens indoors. Get your salad station set up and have fun with it. 🌱🥗 Michele
Hi Kate, buckwheat was covered in this video. It is a superb salad green! I did a second video and it includes popcorn. :) Here is the link: th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html ~Michele
Hi Janet, I understand. Take a look at the blog post photo and Supply List to get a visual idea of what you need to store. You don't need a tote full of seeds like I have. Just 4 will keep you in delicious greens.chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ You can make it as minimal and space-efficient as you need it to be. ~Michele
So, what do you think of the new hydroponic gardens? Basically a columnar tube with spots for plants. I don’t feel that anyone has graciously covered this subject like you so graciously are covering a subject here.
I am not knowledgeable on the subject of hydroponic planters. They may be a wonderful way for some folks to have a garden though gardening without soil has always seemed counterintuitive to me. Michele
Hello! I'm intrigued- this is totally new, but very fascinating to me! I'm starting a garden but never heard of growing sprouts! I see you have links to various seed companies... can any seeds be used? I imagine I'd run out of seeds quickly if i use packets... probably a silly question, but this is really new to me! I'm excited!!
Hi! I really recommend starting with the four basic seeds I shared here. They are proven to grow quickly and produce a bounty of greens. Here is a link to my post with printable shopping list and 7-Step Guide to get you going. ~Michele chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Oh no, "should" takes all the fun out of it, Jeannie! Only do it if it truly sounds appealing. I love my little indoor salad garden and want you to love it, too. Especially during the months the outdoor garden isn't producing, it is a blessing to have a continuous supply of fresh, nutritious greens because we rely more on stored/preserved food. Love, Michele
@@ChocolateBoxCottage I agree. I'll have to set it up for next year. I seedlings everywhere right now. It's too funny! And just bought in 50 chick's to the porch in 2 brooders! All red Rangers! 1 more brooder will be filled starting Saturday with my incubator hatch. ❤❤🐓🐔
@@thepreparedqueen that's wonderful, we all have to prioritize projects as there are only so many hours in a day! You are doing so many wonderful things, Jeannie.
@@ChocolateBoxCottage Thank you! And I just picked up a few more breeding rabbits for my homestead. I should have enough diversity and girls to keep my dogs in meat all year now. Let's the fun begin!!!!!
Question what do you do with what is left in bowl? Compost and use fresh each time? Can you use any peas((split peas)) are some plants stems and leaves toxic ?
Hi Aisha, I'll share the link to the printable supply list and planting guide. You probably have most of what you need in the house. ~ Michele chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Great information! How does this work in your schedule? That is - if you want a daily salad, do you pretty much need to plant seeds on a daily basis so that you can harvest daily? How often do you plant?
Hi Sally, when all of our kids were home I planted every other day; now that it's just two of us I plant 4-6 bowls 2-3 times a week. There is always something ready to harvest this way. You might start with planting 4 bowls 1-2 times a week and then adjust according to your needs. Soon you will find more ways to use and enjoy your greens and your consumption will go up - which is a good thing. Love, Michele PS. Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Do you have any particular nurseryu or such that you think have better seeds? I am knew to gardening and farm to table thought process but I am over the price of things and my family suffering because food is outrageous. I built a full blown green house in my back yard to you use that?
So this morning, I was going to order seeds but it’s not so easy as they aren’t ALL from one source. Would you agree? From your supply list, it appears 1) Johnny’s, 2) Azure, 3) high mowing, 4) sprout people, then a huge jump in price to 5) starwest. I’m having trouble finding the buckwheat seeds. …. Finally decided on Johnny’s seeds, good price, don’t have to wait til October like with Azure, and found most of what you suggested. I also bought the broccoli one! Are celery, carrots, and broccoli harder to grow? (Also here from Mary’s nest suggestion). ❤
Oh goodness, no apology needed! That is a good question. Most of the seed hulls fall off on their own. I make a habit of gently brushing my hand over the sprouts whenever I water to help dislodge the hulls and any that don't fall off I pull off just before harvesting. ~ Michele
Hey Michele, hopefully you will see this comment since I noticed that your post was 5 months ago. Can I just use the non-GMO, organic seeds that I already have on hand to try this out or do I need to purchase specific seeds? I would like to try it before investing in more seeds. Thanks! Love your video, very informative!! About to watch part 2! 😁
Hi Cindy! It depends on what kind of seeds you have. I recommend starting with the ones shown in the video because they grow quickly and at about the same rate, and produce a good "head" of greens. Not all seeds perform the same. The system works if you follow it as shown. Here's a link to the printable guide. Love, Michele chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Hi Claudia, thank you for your question. I experimented with using coffee filters. They are too thin and unfortunately allow the seeds to dry out, so I don't recommend using them. It might work to layer 4 coffee filters together, if you want to try. 🌸 Michele
That's right, Elizabeth. I know it sounds strange, but popcorn grows edible shoots when grown in the dark of a closed cupboard. I share how to do this in Indoor Salad Garden Part 2. Here is the link. th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html
I just checked 3 days, and some have growth UNDER the wet napkin which is dry by now. For some reason, I thought it grew thru the paper. 😂😂😂 looking at video, I see you did remove, lol. I also, really want to add water, but I’m resisting! Leaving it under for a bit longer 1-2 more days 🤞🏻
@@windy42305 definitely try again. And consider watching the video again and see if you catch any more clues. Have you gotten the printable guide? It's nice to have something in hand to refer to. Here's the link: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
I’m here from Mary’s Nest! I love sprouting, so this is right up my alley! Thank you for the tips, and I’d love to hear more about each seed, and more ways to use them.
Hi Melissa, welcome over! I'm so glad to hear you are interested in setting up your own indoor salad garden. You can do this. It is fun and very satisfying. Thank you for letting me know you would like to see more seeds/greens. Have a wonderful day, Michele.
Same! Mary sent me. I'm loving this channel❤
Thank you for visiting, @@sugarmuffin319! I'm always happy to see Mary's sweet friends. :) Michele
I subscribed. I'm so glad she pointed us in this direction
@@sugarmuffin319 thank you for your kind comment!
Okay! You got me hooked. I am doing it. You are so fun to watch ❤ I feel like you are a hidden treasure in that little cottage. A thousand times Thanks🎉
Thank you, Lisa! I appreciate the compliment. I'll tell you my secret. This video took me 3 times to film correctly. It's harder to film it than to do it. LOL! I'm so happy to hear you are going to start an indoor salad garden! That makes it all worth it for me. I think you will enjoy your little secret garden very much. Being able to produce all the salad greens you need at home is incredibly satisfying. Love, Michele
Ha, Secret Garden is one of my favorite books and musicals!
@@lisafuller2027 I have not seen the musical, but I have read the book many, many times! Did you know there is a Secret Garden Cookbook? It contains recipes for all the dishes mentioned in The Secret Garden, along with historical context. Such a sweet book.
Thank you for linking us! Sprout on, friends!
~Sproutpeople Sam
Wow, I feel honored that you watched and commented! Thank you and thank you for being a great resource for high quality sprouting seeds. ~Michele
@@ChocolateBoxCottage It's our pleasure! Happy sprouting and growing, Michele!
Thank you very much!
Omg. This was so amazing to watch. I’ve been wanting to do this and you’ve made it so simple. Bless you and thank you so much ❤. Yes pls do a second video if possible. Blessings. ❤❤
You are so welcome! Your comment made my day! This was such a lot of behind-the-scenes planning to carry off, so I am very glad you found it helpful. And thank you for letting me know you would like to see more! Blessings, Michele
Wonderful information. This has been on my to do list. You make it seem so easy. I would love to see you demonstrate some of your other seeds! Thank you for your thorough videos.
Hi Debbie, it is easy and it's fun, too. I find it so satisfying to be able to produce all the greens we need organically and not pay what they're asking at the grocery store. I think you will, too. Once your system is in place, indoor gardening becomes part of the rhythm of your household. Thank you for letting me know you would like to see additional greens. Love, Michele
Hi Michelle Happy Tuesday to you and your family I enjoy your video to you and your family enjoy your day bye.
Thank you for watching, Sandra! Enjoy your day, sweet friend. Love, Michele
PS. Here is a link to the blog post in case you like to read it: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Thanks, Michele! This is SUCH a helpful video, and I love how you're just using bowls! I always seem to make things more difficult than they have to be. I actually have that book! I need to find it and start up again. 🥰 LOVE your storage space and organization. LOL I'm a little jealous, and you make the organizing look so easy!
Here from Mary’s nest and would love a follow up video. We live in a zone 3 and do have a large garden and high tunnels but we don’t heat them so I am always trying to grow things inside. This is perfect! Growing them to full size in the house has not been successful for me time and time again unsuccessful!
Thank you for the video!
Welcome over from Mary's Nest! Thank you for the request for a follow-up video. An indoor salad garden adds another layer of sufficiency to your food security. You're already a gardener, I think you'll find it very satisfying. The real key to is keep planting, it's a system, not a one and done thing. ~Michele
PS.Here is a link to the blog post on my website with printable Supply List and 7-Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
I like how organized, neat and tucked away all your supplies are. Lovely. ❤ It doesn't look like an indoor potting shed. 😊
One more from Mary's Nest! Love what you have to share with so many of us.
Love the idea of this kind of gardening and having available nutritious greens.
Keep the coming, pretty please.
Thank you!!!
So nice of you, Loli! Thank you for visiting from Mary's Nest. ❤️🌷❤️ Thank you for your kind words, too. Love, Michele
PS. Here's the link to the printable Supply List and 7 Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Lovely video!! I would love to see more videos like this! Learning about the different seeds would be great 😊 Thank You 😃
So nice of you to say so, Lula Mamie. Thank you for letting me know you'd like to learn about other seeds/greens! ~Michele
PS. Here is a link to the blog post where you can print off your Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Thank you so nice this greens greetings from the Netherlands.
Thank you, Maja! I appreciate your greetings from the Netherlands. Love, Michele
I can do this! Tyvm for showing how it's done, you did a great job! Excited to grow some greens to eat. Now that I know just how to go about it. If you make more videos of this I would enjoy learning more. Thanks, wonderful video and knowledge. 👍💕
Hi Winnie, you can totally do this! It's just a matter of creating your own little indoor garden with your supplies and cupboard space and a windowsill. Thanks for letting me know you'd like to learn about more seeds/greens! And do take a look at the blog post and print off your Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
I heard from Mary there's a part 2 follow up video! 😍 This is awesome!
There is! You may have already found it but here is the link to Indoor Salad Garden Part 2. th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html. and here is a link to the blog post with printable Supply List and 7 Step Guide chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden-6-new-greens/
@@ChocolateBoxCottage I've been sprouting seeds like CRAZY! lol
I've been reusing clear plastic boxes with lids like little green houses then leaving them open after germination. Not as pretty as yours but it's me and my kids are having an absolute blast snacking.
@@sugarmuffin319 I'm so glad to hear that! This is a very simple system and you can tailor it to make it work for your family. Blessings on your indoor salad garden. Love, Michele
Awesome setup you have Michele and you make the process look so easy! I was looking at getting some micro green trays this morning but love your system much better. I have been saving some minced garlic jars which would be perfect for soaking the seeds and who doesn't have some old soup bowls? Thanks so much for the tips to make this easy! Blessings..
Hi Sue, minced garlic jars would be perfect for soaking your seeds. This is very simple and doable and I think you will be happy with your harvests of greens. Have fun with it! Love, Michele
PS. Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
@@ChocolateBoxCottage Thanks I will check it out! Blessings..
Thankyou! I’ve been growing sprouts & microgreens in large plastic trays for years, but you’ve shown me how to make my healthy indoor farming much more aesthetic- I’m going to collect all my pretty bowls & do it this way! Wonderful
I think that aesthetics is part of the appeal in growing them this way - enjoy! Love, Michele
Thanks so much! This looks amazing, can’t wait to get started.
You're so welcome! Have fun establishing your new indoor garden. 💚 Michele
PS. Here's the link to the printable Supply List and 7 Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
You make it look so easy... I may just have to try it. The salad you served at lunch last week was so good, so I can testify that the outcome is worth the small amount of effort. I would love to see more seed types demonstrated. And my question would be, can you store the left over cut greens in the fridge?... or should you harvest only what you want for the meal at hand and then cut the rest the following day? Thank you for sharing your expertise:) Joy
Hi Joy, since you are not gardening outdoors, it might be a lot of fun. Leftover greens can be stored in the fridge in a container or plastic bag with a paper towel to absorb extra moisture. They last a week easily. Thanks for watching - it was such a surprise to see your (Bill's) name! :) XOXOX Michele
PS. Here is a link to the blog post with Supply List and 7-Step Guide:chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Mary’s Nest brought me here and I absolutely love your channel and soothing voice! New subbie. You have me wanting to grow sprouts again - but with style!
Thank you for popping over for a visit from May's Nest and saying hello! 🌸 Michele
I'm so glad Mary, of Mary's Nest shared this link. Thank you for that wonderful video! I have never done micro greens & only recently heard of them. I hope you share more micro greens.
You're welcome, have fun with it! I do have a follow-up video with more greens you can grow indoors: th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html ~Michele
Mary's Nest mentioned this amazing video to watch. This was awesome. Thanks!
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it! And I hope you start your own indoor salad garden. ~Michele
@@ChocolateBoxCottage I am checking out sources for the seeds right now to do that. I have some sprouts on my kitchen table I am growing to put out into the garden and wondering what they might taste like...lol.
@@irisdude have fun with it and enjoy the harvests of delicious greens!
Hi! I’m here from Mary’s Nest. I really enjoyed learning from you, today :) I’d love to see more, as well. The popcorn seeds, especially. So far though, I know I wanna try the broccoli & sunflowers, to start. Thanks for keeping it simple for beginners. Oh, I do have a question about the paper lids. The ink from the printed pages, I assume aren’t an issue? 🦋💞
Hi Diane, welcome over from Mary's Nest! Sunflowers and broccoli are delicious. You'll enjoy them. Since broccoli seeds are tiny, use just 1 teaspoon per soup bowl. Thanks for the request about additional greens, I'll work on another video. About the ink on the pages...ink used these days is safe, not like the old days. Love, Michele
Yay! This is beautiful & I feel encouraged!!! it is exciting to think there is so much variety available! Popcorn?!!!! Wow! Thank you : )
You are so welcome! Starting your own indoor salad garden is doable and fun - and delicious! Yes, popcorn! It has a slightly maple flavor, surprisingly. ~Michele
PS. Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Hi Just come over from Mary's nest! Will try this with the bowls next, my mustard and cress are laying flat in a seedlings tray not growing upright ( not all of them very short stems ). Thanks for your video❤
Have fun with it, Sue. I think you will find indoor salad gardening to be enjoyable and satisfying as well as delicious. Here is a link to the blog post on my website with printable Supply List and 7-Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ I am actually growing mustard in bowls right now! Cress works nicely, too. Thank you for coming over from Mary's Nest. She is a blessing and a sweetheart - and I suspect you are, too. Michele
@@ChocolateBoxCottage much appreciated Michele ❤
Another wonderful and inspiring video! Thanks so much for being so thoughtful sharing your expertise. I will definitely start an indoor garden as we head into the cold weather.
Comments like yours make it all worthwhile. I really hope you set up your own indoor salad garden. 🥗🌿 Michele
Hello from Tennessee!Love your videos. I would like to see additional videos on in side growing.
Also, I used your recipe for fruit leather today. Can't wait till it's done.
Donna
Hi Donna, welcome to my channel! I'm so glad you made fruit leather and I hope it turned out well for you. If you have any questions about it, be sure to watch my Fruit Leather Troubleshooting video. th-cam.com/video/HS_cg0QAlAQ/w-d-xo.html
I have a second Indoor Salad Garden video for you: th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html
Hope you are having a good summer and enjoying filling up your pantry for winter.
Blessings, Michele
Yumm thank you
My pleasure 😊
Great video!
Hi Cari, thank you! ~Michele
Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
I love that book!!!!!!
I'm so glad!! It's one-of-a-kind!
Looking good!
Thanks!
Could you use bags of bird seed? They usually have a variety of seeds and grains. Wonder if they are treated with anything before being packaged?
Could you also throw the soil with because stems to the chickens?
Hi Robert, most commercial birdseed these days is heat pasteurized to prevent sprouting because people didn't like "weeds" growing under their bird feeder. And you would have no way of knowing what else it is treated with since it is not packaged for human consumption. Seeds for this are not expensive. I share seed sources and other helpful info here: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ And yes, the rootwad with leftover soil can be given to chickens, ducks, rabbits, or other animals, or it can be composted. ~Michele
Can you also do bean sprouts? Pinto beans? black beans? Black eyed peas? Do you plant popcorn, like regular popcorn that you would buy at the grocers? Such a good informative video, I subscribed today. Thank you. (Mary Anne Record) Gary's wife.
Good questions, Mary Anne. I have grown some but not all of those, so I will add them to my list to try. Thank you! Yes, popcorn like you pop for a snack. It does need to be fresh enough to sprout. Older popcorn that has been sitting at the store for a couple of years may not do as well as popcorn purchased from a seed company that supplies microgreen growers. The flavor of popcorn shoots is intriguing. Sweet, with a hint of maple. So good! Thank you for subscribing! Love, Michele
PS. Here is a link to the blog post where you can print off your Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
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I love this and it grows fast, so I think it would be a great project for my Littles and maybe get them to be willing to eat more greens
Good idea. Kids are often more willing to eat food they have had a hand in making or growing. Plus, it's fun! ~Michele
I love this! Please share more seeds!
Oh thank you! I'm working on another video right now! 🌸🌱Love, Michele
👏👌Thanks for sharing those great tips en tricks 😁💝
I love your channel! Do you live in the US? I also subscribe to Mary’ Nest and Josh and Carolyn’s channel.
Nice video
Please explore other seed types, too!
Hi, I found you at Marys nest, so thankful! I harvested alot of my coriander seed from last fall, would that work? Also my green arrow pea seeds? Or do you have to buy specific brand of seeds? Thankyou and God bless you and yours😊
Hi Lyn, I have not tried coriander seeds, but it's on my list to try. If you do, let me know how it goes. You can use your saved pea seeds. Saving your own seeds for growing greens in your indoor salad garden is excellent - it's my goal. ~Michele
PS. Here is a link to the blog post on my website with printable Supply List and 7-Step Guide. chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
This was great! Thanks for sharing.
You're so welcome. It's very doable, I hope you set up your own indoor salad garden. 🥗 Michele
Thank you very much… I definitely want to try this. As I have been learning to sprout, ferment, pickle and sourdough..I heard about you from Mary’s nest.. I didn’t wanting to do the micro greens for quite a while, but was thinking of it on a bigger scale… But a small production is all I need..I have a hard time keeping greens, as I’m not able to go out to get them. So thank you very much. This will be so helpful. Lord Jesus bless you.
Thank you for the blessing, Pamela! This is so doable and enjoyable. It really is satisfying to produce your own ongoing supply of greens indoors. Get your salad station set up and have fun with it. 🌱🥗 Michele
And here's a link to the free printable guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Amazing and beautiful. Thanks so much!
You're welcome and thank you for your sweet compliment, Mimi! Blessings, Michele
I would love to see the seeds one wouldn’t think to use such as the buckwheat and popcorn!
Hi Kate, buckwheat was covered in this video. It is a superb salad green! I did a second video and it includes popcorn. :) Here is the link: th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html ~Michele
Love to try this, but I have limited space to store all the stuff.
Hi Janet, I understand. Take a look at the blog post photo and Supply List to get a visual idea of what you need to store. You don't need a tote full of seeds like I have. Just 4 will keep you in delicious greens.chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/ You can make it as minimal and space-efficient as you need it to be. ~Michele
Question thank you. Do you sprout your popcorn in soil ?
If you see mold in soil after you cut shoots did you say that you should not eat shoots?
Right. If there is mold, compost those and wash the bowl(s) in hot, soapy water with a little vinegar to kill any spores. ~Michele
So, what do you think of the new hydroponic gardens? Basically a columnar tube with spots for plants. I don’t feel that anyone has graciously covered this subject like you so graciously are covering a subject here.
I am not knowledgeable on the subject of hydroponic planters. They may be a wonderful way for some folks to have a garden though gardening without soil has always seemed counterintuitive to me. Michele
Hello! I'm intrigued- this is totally new, but very fascinating to me! I'm starting a garden but never heard of growing sprouts! I see you have links to various seed companies... can any seeds be used? I imagine I'd run out of seeds quickly if i use packets... probably a silly question, but this is really new to me! I'm excited!!
Hi! I really recommend starting with the four basic seeds I shared here. They are proven to grow quickly and produce a bounty of greens. Here is a link to my post with printable shopping list and 7-Step Guide to get you going. ~Michele chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
I'm going to try this. I live in south Texas. In my houseplant soil, I get fungus gnats. Is that a problem with growing these indoors?
I should try these. I do sprouts. But I usually end up feeding them to my chickens.
Oh no, "should" takes all the fun out of it, Jeannie! Only do it if it truly sounds appealing. I love my little indoor salad garden and want you to love it, too. Especially during the months the outdoor garden isn't producing, it is a blessing to have a continuous supply of fresh, nutritious greens because we rely more on stored/preserved food. Love, Michele
@@ChocolateBoxCottage I agree. I'll have to set it up for next year. I seedlings everywhere right now. It's too funny! And just bought in 50 chick's to the porch in 2 brooders! All red Rangers! 1 more brooder will be filled starting Saturday with my incubator hatch. ❤❤🐓🐔
@@thepreparedqueen that's wonderful, we all have to prioritize projects as there are only so many hours in a day! You are doing so many wonderful things, Jeannie.
@@ChocolateBoxCottage Thank you! And I just picked up a few more breeding rabbits for my homestead. I should have enough diversity and girls to keep my dogs in meat all year now. Let's the fun begin!!!!!
Question what do you do with what is left in bowl? Compost and use fresh each time?
Can you use any peas((split peas)) are some plants stems and leaves toxic ?
Tell me more please
Hi Aisha, I'll share the link to the printable supply list and planting guide. You probably have most of what you need in the house. ~ Michele chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Great information! How does this work in your schedule? That is - if you want a daily salad, do you pretty much need to plant seeds on a daily basis so that you can harvest daily? How often do you plant?
Hi Sally, when all of our kids were home I planted every other day; now that it's just two of us I plant 4-6 bowls 2-3 times a week. There is always something ready to harvest this way. You might start with planting 4 bowls 1-2 times a week and then adjust according to your needs. Soon you will find more ways to use and enjoy your greens and your consumption will go up - which is a good thing. Love, Michele
PS. Be sure to read the blog post and print the Supply List and 7-Step Guide: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
@@ChocolateBoxCottage Thanks so much Michele! I appreciate your advice. And I very much enjoy your videos!
Do you have any particular nurseryu or such that you think have better seeds? I am knew to gardening and farm to table thought process but I am over the price of things and my family suffering because food is outrageous. I built a full blown green house in my back yard to you use that?
So this morning, I was going to order seeds but it’s not so easy as they aren’t ALL from one source. Would you agree?
From your supply list, it appears 1) Johnny’s, 2) Azure, 3) high mowing, 4) sprout people, then a huge jump in price to 5) starwest.
I’m having trouble finding the buckwheat seeds. ….
Finally decided on Johnny’s seeds, good price, don’t have to wait til October like with Azure, and found most of what you suggested.
I also bought the broccoli one!
Are celery, carrots, and broccoli harder to grow? (Also here from Mary’s nest suggestion). ❤
I am so sorry to hear it's been difficult to get the seeds. I'm working on a solution. Thank you for trying and for persisting. 🌸
Are you pulling “holes” or hulls off? What do they look like? Sorry, new here and to gardening esp inside. Ty! 🌱
Oh goodness, no apology needed! That is a good question. Most of the seed hulls fall off on their own. I make a habit of gently brushing my hand over the sprouts whenever I water to help dislodge the hulls and any that don't fall off I pull off just before harvesting. ~ Michele
Hey Michele, hopefully you will see this comment since I noticed that your post was 5 months ago. Can I just use the non-GMO, organic seeds that I already have on hand to try this out or do I need to purchase specific seeds? I would like to try it before investing in more seeds. Thanks! Love your video, very informative!! About to watch part 2! 😁
Hi Cindy! It depends on what kind of seeds you have. I recommend starting with the ones shown in the video because they grow quickly and at about the same rate, and produce a good "head" of greens. Not all seeds perform the same. The system works if you follow it as shown. Here's a link to the printable guide. Love, Michele chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/
Would used coffee filtters work for the cover paper?
Hi Claudia, thank you for your question. I experimented with using coffee filters. They are too thin and unfortunately allow the seeds to dry out, so I don't recommend using them. It might work to layer 4 coffee filters together, if you want to try. 🌸 Michele
Did i understand that correctly? You sprouted... Popcorn?
That's right, Elizabeth. I know it sounds strange, but popcorn grows edible shoots when grown in the dark of a closed cupboard. I share how to do this in Indoor Salad Garden Part 2. Here is the link. th-cam.com/video/8tg1eKoF9B4/w-d-xo.html
That is FANTASTIC! Thanks for the link.
Started mine TODAY!!!!! Soaked for 7 hrs. Now planted! 🪴🌱 (Johnnys seeds, and HAPPY FROG 🐸 soil) ❤
Congratulations, I'm thrilled for you! Enjoy your indoor garden! 🌱👩🏼🌾 Michele
I just checked 3 days, and some have growth UNDER the wet napkin which is dry by now. For some reason, I thought it grew thru the paper. 😂😂😂 looking at video, I see you did remove, lol. I also, really want to add water, but I’m resisting!
Leaving it under for a bit longer 1-2 more days 🤞🏻
They died. I think too much Sun, not enough water in soil in the beginning and maybe even the size of bowl were factors.
Will try again soon.
@@windy42305 was your soil pre-moistened? If not, you would need to water lightly. ~Michele
@@windy42305 definitely try again. And consider watching the video again and see if you catch any more clues. Have you gotten the printable guide? It's nice to have something in hand to refer to. Here's the link: chocolateboxcottage.tv/videos/indoor-salad-garden/