West Coast Seeds - Organic Wheatgrass Seeds
Organic Wheatgrass Seeds are hard red wheat seeds selected for growing fresh, vibrant wheatgrass at home. Producing dense stands of tender green blades with a mild, grassy flavour, wheatgrass can be grown indoors throughout the year in shallow trays. Harvest the young grass for fresh wheatgrass juice, smoothies, and other blended drinks, or simply enjoy the satisfaction of growing a lush crop of fresh greens right on the kitchen counter.
Why you’ll love it:
- Produces dense, vibrant green wheatgrass
- Mild, fresh grassy flavour
- Excellent for juicing and blending into smoothies
- Easy to grow indoors throughout the year
- Suitable for shallow trays and indoor growing setups
- Certified organic hard red wheat seed
Growing Information:
- Botanical Name: Triticum aestivum
- Crop Type: Wheatgrass
- Growing Medium: Fine potting or seed-starting mix suitable for indoor growing
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light after germination
- Water Requirements: Keep evenly moist without allowing the growing medium to become waterlogged
- Growing Location: Suitable for year-round indoor production
- Harvest Stage: Harvest young green blades once they reach the desired height
Seed Details:
- Seed Type: Certified organic hard red wheat
- Variety: Wheatgrass
- Special Characteristics: Produces dense stands of tender green grass for fresh harvesting
How to Grow Wheatgrass:
- Rinse the wheat seeds thoroughly, then soak them in clean water for approximately 8–12 hours.
- Drain well and allow the soaked seeds to begin sprouting before planting.
- Fill a clean, shallow tray with a moist layer of fine potting or seed-starting mix.
- Spread the sprouted seeds densely and evenly across the surface, then gently press them into the growing medium.
- Keep the seeds consistently moist while they establish, ensuring good drainage and avoiding standing water.
- Once the shoots emerge, provide bright, indirect light to encourage strong, green growth.
- Harvest with clean scissors just above the growing medium once the grass reaches the desired height.
Suggested Uses:
Harvest fresh wheatgrass for juicing or add small amounts to smoothies and other blended drinks. For the freshest results, cut only what you plan to use and allow the remaining grass to continue growing until needed.
Seed packet includes growing instructions. Growing and harvest times may vary based on temperature, light, moisture, and other growing conditions. Always use clean equipment and follow proper food-safety practices when growing and handling edible wheatgrass.