How to Sprout the Grass for Wheatgrass Juice

Wheatgrass comes from a variety of wheat-like grasses. According to the American Cancer Society, wheatgrass is used to treat many different conditions including colitis, common cold, bronchitis, infections and inflammation. Wheatgrass is not commonly found in a traditional market but can usually be purchased at your local heath food store. Fresh wheatgrass contains the highest amount of nutrients and benefits. The grass is easy to grow and can generally be harvested within seven to 10 days after planting.

Seed tray
Potting soil
Grass seed
Watering can
Scissors
Bowl

Instructions

- 1
  Purchase seven, 20 by 10 inch seed trays. The trays should be approximately 2 inches deep. This will yield approximately 1 oz. of wheatgrass juice per day, according to Juicing for Health.
- 2
  Soak 500 g of wheatgrass seed overnight in a bowl filled with water.
- 3
  Fill each tray half full with potting mix.
- 4
  Spread the seeds on top of the soil in a single layer. Cover the seeds lightly with a small amount of potting soil. Use just enough soil to cover the seeds.
- 5
  Apply a small amount of water on top of the soil. The soil should be moist but not saturated.
- 6
  Cover the tray with moist newspaper or plastic wrap and set it in a warm sunny location -- such as a windowsill.
- 7
  Uncover the tray and water the seeds daily to keep the soil moist.
- 8
  Remove the cover after three days when the grass has reached a height of around 1 inch.
- 9
  Harvest the wheatgrass when it has reached a height of 7 to 8 inches tall.

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