The Trick For Growing Wheatgrass Indoors Without Soil

Want fresh wheatgrass without the mess? Good news — it's easy to grow indoors with no soil! Wheatgrass thrives with just water, and you can grow it right on your kitchen counter in a simple glass or jar. Not only is it that easy, but wheatgrass also adds a touch of natural color to your kitchen decor. When grown without soil, plants absorb nutrients from the water, flourishing in an indoor water garden. Who knows, it may just inspire you to create your own water garden. If you want to find some great companion plants for your wheatgrass, here are 40 indoor plants that can grow in water indefinitely.

In addition to brightening up your kitchen counter with a pop of green, wheatgrass has many other benefits. Since ancient Egypt, wheatgrass has been eaten for its health effects — the Egyptians thought it gave them energy. Today, it's considered a superfood packed with essential vitamins and minerals, such as calcium, iron, potassium, vitamins A, B, C, and D, and often blended into juices and smoothies. It's also great for your pets — wheatgrass is commonly included in cat grass mixes, and cats love to nibble on it for an extra source of fiber. It's the perfect addition to any indoor garden.

Luckily, wheatgrass is simple to grow, even without soil. Start by selecting a clear glass jar or container of some sort or even a drinking glass. These are perfect for growing plants such as wheatgrass in water or even propagating other plants. Actually, it's relatively easy to double your houseplant collection with old glass jars you already own. Next, you'll want to choose your growing location. Look for somewhere with natural sunlight, such as a kitchen window or a sun-drenched countertop. If your kitchen lacks natural light, you can use an end table or other surface near a window; just be sure to protect any wood surfaces or table tops with a garden coaster like these Augshy Cork Plant Saucers available on Amazon. Now, you're ready to start working with your wheatgrass seeds (otherwise known as wheatgrass berries kernels).

You can check your local hardware store for seeds or find some online, such as Nature Jim's Sprouts Wheatgrass Seeds on Amazon. Start by covering your seeds with a thin layer of water in the bottom of a bowl. You'll want to let them soak for three days, replacing the water every day. Then, it's time to transfer the berries to their permanent container. Make sure none of the seeds are on top of each other, then cover them with a paper towel. By about day eight, your seeds should be sprouting. Now, you can remove the paper towel and place the sprouts in their permanent home; whether that's a window or somewhere else they'll get plenty of sunlight. It's important to keep your seeds moist, but don't add too much water, or they may rot. Once your wheatgrass reaches four inches tall, it'll be ready to harvest. Before long, you'll have fresh, mature wheatgrass to enjoy — for yourself or your pets!