DIY Hydroponic Mason Jar Micro Greens Planter

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DIY Hydroponic Mason Jar Micro Greens Planter

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5 жыл бұрын

In this video I show how I grow micro greens in hydroponic mason jar planters. Perfect to fit on a windowsill and grow you own micro greens.Please see the links below if you would like to visit my art store or purchase a growpipe or micro greens planter.
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@nothankyou5279 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Exactly what I’ve been searching for.

@CharestStudios 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome. I'm glad it was helpful.

@marybarton8987 8 ай бұрын

I like this idea as I have tons of jars didn't know what to do with them all but now I am excited to give this a try, thank you for sharing!

@CharestStudios 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, Mary! You're welcome. I think you will enjoy growing micro greens this way, it is super easy.

@riekodi5508 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this microgreen hydroponics lesson! God bless!

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, my pleasure. Thanks for letting me know you found it helpful. I appreciate the feedback! Good bless you!

@CBsGreenhouseandGarden 5 жыл бұрын

Maxi Grow does a wonderful job! That is what I use in my Kratky lettuce totes. So simple and easy. Really loved your screen jar method! Thanks for the information and how to ya done here! Have a great Sunday!

@CharestStudios 5 жыл бұрын

It sure does. Yes, this is a very simple easy method and it works well. Your welcome. Thank you, C.B. glad you enjoyed the video. Have a great day!

@harrymyhero 4 жыл бұрын

I love this container idea. I was not loving plastic at all, and I am making microgreens just for one, so this is perfect.

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Penny!

@MrMoss786 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your great idea. I'll try this with fenugreek and one week grow. No soil makes it so much easier to clean before cooking. Much appreciated from South Africa.

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, my pleasure. Hope you enjoy growing them this way.

@RavenMeer 5 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh I have got to try this. Thank you for the video. This is a lot less prone to being knocked over than my current system.

@CharestStudios 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome. It works really well and it's nice to have a number of different kinds going at the same time. Thanks for your feedback! Happy growing!

@paulp6386 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job mate! Simple easy & concise. 2 thumbs up :)

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, Paul!

@riekodi5508 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing this method of growing microgreens! God bless!

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, my pleasure.

@steveearl7734 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!! Just what I'm looking for.😎👍

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it was helpful. Works great!

@dorothydonahue4604 2 жыл бұрын

wow I've been growing micro greens for a number of years but never seen this approach, I've got every thing I need and will start some jars tonight, thanks

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dorothy. I think you will enjoy growing them on screen hydroponically. The jars look awesome but the surface area is small so try the jars and if you want to grow larger batches watch my other video where I show how to do the same thing with plastic food storage containers. Happy growing! Your welcome! Thanks for your comment!

@dorothydonahue4604 2 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios just watched the plastic storage video, another great video. I had mesh screens already for the mason jars but am thinking I could perhaps use mesh that is for dehydrators not expensive on amazon and food safe, will give it a try, thanks for the great ideas and prompt reply

@CrystalMendoza05 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful tutorial. So simple! Thank you!

@CharestStudios Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Crystal. You’re welcome.

@ImASurvivorNThriver 2 жыл бұрын

This is great! Thanks for sharing.

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Your welcome.

@MariaNunez-rg1ps 5 жыл бұрын

I really like the idea, Thanks . I love your chihuahuas. Please make more videos of plants and your dogs

@CharestStudios 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Maria. Your welcome. I sure will and I will try to get the dogs in more of my videos. I do love the Chihuahuas they really are great dogs.

@Knivesrme 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thanks!!!!

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, Susan. I really appreciate your kind feedback.

@adventurious1234 5 жыл бұрын

Nice...

@ter8330 4 жыл бұрын

Neat!

@deborahengesser4300 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Dave!! Me, Deborah!! I was the one that asked you for suggestions on hydroponic windowsill planters. Thank you so much for listening and giving all of us here this idea!! Just love all of your videos! Keep up the great work!! Oh, instead of using the fiberglass window screen, do you think landscape fabric would work? Blessings to you always.

@CharestStudios 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Deborah! Thanks very much for your suggestion! I came up with this and a lot of folks really like it. Thank you, glad your enjoying the videos. The landscape fabric might work, I would say give it a try. I did have someone tell me that panty hose material worked well. I wanted to get back to you and share the link to the video but you found it before I had a chance. I appreciate your feedback.

@deborahengesser4300 5 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios Thank you for telling me about the pantyhose! Will get that a try along with the landscape fabric. We'll see what happens! Have a great night 🌌

@CharestStudios 5 жыл бұрын

@@deborahengesser4300 Your welcome, Deborah. Let me know how each of them work if you get a chance. Happy growing! Good night.

@Warbler36 4 жыл бұрын

Deborah Parker How did it turn out

@cgabby98 2 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of possibly being able to use scrap landscape fabric from some of my sip planters!

@peaches911 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea! New subscriber..

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It works really well but I do like larger containers better. I have another video using 1 quart Rubbermaid containers.

@peaches911 3 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios I will check that out as well. I am new to microgreens,sprouts and learning about growing some veggies indoors. Your videos are so informative and helpful. I really like the way you explain things so it isn't so intimidating to someone who is just starting out.

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

@@peaches911 Thank you very much! Glad your finding the videos helpful and glad your getting started with hydroponics. It is really fun and easy. Happy growing!

@mariannem3748 3 жыл бұрын

Just found this gem of a video. Just starting out with micro greens and this is very helpful info. Do you ever use other types of nutrients like General Hydroponics?

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Glad you liked the video. Maxi Gro is made by General Hydroponics and I use it for growing all my greens and micro greens. I have bought their Maxi bloom but I have not tried it yet.

@abdulazizalghafli5240 5 жыл бұрын

It's great idea. I wonder if fiberglass window screen harmful to health or not. Thank you.

@CharestStudios 5 жыл бұрын

I can not say for sure but I feel comfortable using it. It is plastic coated and the part of the micro greens that I eat do not have contact with the screen. I cut the micros off about .75 of an inch above the screen and then pull the remaining out and compost it. You could try two layers or cheese cloth and that might work I would cut the misting down to once a day if trying that. Someone had mentioned using a piece of panty hose which I think is nylon. I think you can probably buy food safe screen somewhere but it might be costly. Your welcome. Thanks for you comment and thoughts.

@thewolfin 5 жыл бұрын

You can get an 8 pack of stainless "sprouting lids" for mason jars here www.amazon.com/Stainless-Sprouting-Strainer-Screen-Canning/dp/B07KJYBV24 for $1.75/ea. Might be better deals elsewhere. I think they're just spotwelded onto stainless jar rings?

@geraldfisher6475 4 жыл бұрын

great video, from what i understand just water is more then enough for the microgreens tho, give it a try sometime, should make no difference if you harvest them around 10 days.

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, I tried with and without the nutrients and found they grow faster and look healthier. I also believe they maybe more nutritious because of having all the nutrients they can uptake available. You are right though they will grow.

@cherridanrambally7252 Жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios what nutrient mix did you use?

@CharestStudios Жыл бұрын

@@cherridanrambally7252 I use maxi gro at 1 teaspoon per gallon.

@kristinlash2833 2 жыл бұрын

Cheese cloth instead of fiberglass screen

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I think you can do that you may need to double it so the seeds won't fall through and it may not be as reusable as a the plastic screen. You can also probably use nut milk bag material which I believe is nylon.

@catysparks 4 жыл бұрын

I am concerned about using fiber glass screen as the thought of having glass particles anywhere near my greens is not something I would choose to use. Any other suggestion for the “screen” aspect?

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

I understand. Yes, I have had folks mention a piece of pantyhose material works and I think cheese cloth may work if you double it up. They make nut milk bags out of a nylon mesh material and that would probably work if you can find it. Please let me know how you make out so I can pass any helpful info along. Happy growing!

@teawithc8303 4 жыл бұрын

Could I do this with chamomile? Thank you and great video!

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I believe it would work. You could also plant Chamomile in a peat pellet and put it in a net cup and in a large jar to grow a full grown plant.

@buffstuf2 4 жыл бұрын

I'm brand new to all this. Where do I find the nutrients for the water and seeds? How long for before the sprouts are ready? I have a large window sill and want to do several jars.

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Hello. I sell a nice little assortment pack that works perfect with my larger micro greens planter but would also work great for the mason jar version. It is here www.etsy.com/listing/808991876/micro-greens-assortment-pack-with?. I would suggest trying that because it gives you a nice assortment and enough to give you many batches of micro greens. If you want larger quantities of seed or nutrient I would recommend Amazon for the Maxi Gro and Todd's seeds for the seeds.

@suevalentino-polito7502 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I'm a newbie to this! Does the screen technique work for other things like lettuce or only micro greens?

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sue. It is just for micro greens. The screen would prevent larger plants from being able to grow their roots large enough. Works great for micros and maybe even to baby plant stage.

@garrettchumbley4338 3 жыл бұрын

When you add your nutrient water, do you fill it up to where it barely contacts the screen or slightly below the screen?

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

I fill it up to about a 1/4 inch from the top and just keep the seeds moist until the roots reach the water after that they will take care of it.

@stephaniecoleman6954 4 жыл бұрын

What seeds did you use? Love your videos. I think screen would hold up better than pantyhose but curious about the comparison.

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Stephanie. I use all kinds of seeds. Some of my faves are Arugula, Broccoli, Radish, Mustard greens and Kale.

@stephaniecoleman6954 4 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios btw I tried the pantyhose idea and it was a mess. I like your screen idea better! Please make more videos! Take care!

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

@@stephaniecoleman6954 Yes, I think you will like the screen. Thank you very much, more videos coming soon!

@aliceclapper1913 2 жыл бұрын

Where can I purchase the grow pipes? It says they're unavailable on your Etsy website.

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Alice. I should have them available with in a week. I need to get more caps for the pipes.

@ter8330 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mr. Charest! i have ZERO sun.... can I still do this on my counter?? Thank you!

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. Yes, you can but you will need some light from an under the cabinet light or a clamp on lamp with a bright white bulb. I grow a lot in my living room and it does not get that much sun so I use inexpensive led shop lights.

@ter8330 4 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios Hi and thanks for the reply! Would you please suggest an LED light!? Thank you!

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

@@ter8330 Hi This is the one I have www.amazon.com/Maxlite-White/dp/B06WVXBDT7? I get them a store called JobLot here on the east coast of the U.S. for 15.00 dollars. They do not sell online as far as I know. So I included the Amazon link. If you don't want a four foot light any led shop light with a 5000k spectrum bulb will do great. I have a 2 foot long one that I use in my kitchen window. I will try to look that one up for you later.

@WalkerzMom 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, new to your channel, by chance do you have to change the solution at any time? TIA :)

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by. No you can leave the solution through the whole grow. If for any reason it is running low and your not ready to harvest you can just add more, but there should be plenty in this set up for the whole grow cycle.

@jamesgaul3544 2 жыл бұрын

Do you use the same solution when you mist the seeds?

@CharestStudios 2 жыл бұрын

No, just water for misting.

@jamesgaul3544 2 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios Thanks

@-Rickster- 3 жыл бұрын

Why use nutrient solution? I would have thought that is they are requiring nutrient solution, they have outgrown the seeds resources and then are no longer a microgreen but a small plant

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

The nutrient solution is not absolutely necessary, however I have tried it both ways and with solution gives a much healthier crop and much quicker. I also feel that if they have all the nutrient they could need, they may be more nutritious.

@harrymyhero 4 жыл бұрын

It looks like the one you demonstrated with was 16 oz and the one that was grown was 8 oz. I have 4 oz jars and they would not be that big in your hand.

@CharestStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Penny that is correct. I think I have tried 4 ounce and they work well too except they may run out of nutrients before the plants are as big as you want them, but you can just add more nutrients or harvest them at that time.

@harrymyhero 4 жыл бұрын

@@CharestStudios I did find 8 oz ones that are very flat on Amazon and I agree with you those would work excellent, much better than the 4 oz that I have.

@66bigbuds 3 жыл бұрын

You don't need nutrients for microgreens.

@CharestStudios 3 жыл бұрын

No, but I did experiments and found it grows them faster and healthier looking. I also believe that they are more nutritious because they have all the nutrients available to them that they can uptake.