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Any seed sprout ears out there?

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Rarasong · 02/02/2023 15:45

I’m wanting to start sprouting my own seeds for use in salads etc., and I wondered if anyone might have a recommendation for a seed supplier please? I’ve looked at quite a few, but a recommendation would help me choose. I’m looking for radish, broccoli, alfalfa etc., mixes.
Thank you 😃

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Rarasong · 02/02/2023 15:46

I’m not looking to ‘sprout ears’ by the way……😂

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LangClegsInSpace · 02/02/2023 16:04

I've bought from Premier Seeds Direct before and they have sprouted reliably. They don't seem to have any mixes in at the moment but they sometimes do I think. You can always mix them yourself, just ensure they have roughly the same germination time.

www.premierseedsdirect.com/product-category/sprouting-microgreens-seeds/

You can also try things from the supermarket like whole dried peas, green lentils, mung beans and buckwheat.

This is a good blog if you're just starting:

culturesforhealth.com/blogs/learn/sprouting

Rarasong · 02/02/2023 16:24

Thank you so much for that, it’s really helpful ⭐️ I’ll try Premier Seeds, and have a look on the blog too. I’ve got my trays ready, and I’m raring to go!!

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LangClegsInSpace · 02/02/2023 16:50

I don't know what's up with the prices on there though, they certainly weren't that expensive when I bought them a couple of years ago!

Rarasong · 02/02/2023 20:35

I’ve had a good look everywhere, but the prices all seem to be really high 😱.

I think it’s because it’s becoming a trendy thing now 🙄. I’ve found some radish seeds at the allotment, and I’m just giving them a soak. The blog was very interesting thank you 🌸

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LangClegsInSpace · 02/02/2023 21:09

Please come back with a picture of your harvest!

LangClegsInSpace · 02/02/2023 21:25

I've also had success with Holland & Barrett chia seed. The sprouts are lovely in a salad, they have a lot of fragrance and flavour.

I think there might be some seed sprouters on the preppers topic and you'll get very down to earth advice there:

www.mumsnet.com/talk/preppers

Rarasong · 02/03/2023 12:17

LangClegsInSpace · 02/02/2023 21:09

Please come back with a picture of your harvest!

Thank you for all your help!! Here is my first batch - I got a huge bundle of seeds from Amazon, and I can’t remember which ones these are 😂. They taste good though!

Any seed sprout ears out there?
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AdventFridgeOfShame · 02/03/2023 12:32

Wow, they look amazing.

LangClegsInSpace · 03/03/2023 09:37

Fantastic! I might start some later today, you've inspired me 🌱

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