This video answers all the questions you might have about using coconut coir to grow microgreens or to start your seeds. Both the advantages and disadvantages are discussed as well as some background information about where it comes from and how to rehydrate it. I hope you enjoyed this video!
VIDEO: Using Coconut Coir to Grow Microgreens or Start Seeds – the Basics (Coco Pith Coco Peat Coco Coir)
This video answers all the questions you might have about using coconut coir to grow microgreens or to start your seeds. Both the advantages and disadvantages are discussed as well as some background information about where it comes from and how to rehydrate it. I hope you enjoyed this video!
Coir is such a great medium
good info. i pour boiling water over all new dirt i bring to my indoor grow station before planting. it has really helped with the dreaded gnats. you've inspired me to start sprouting again 🙂
The mystery of how to pronounce "Coir" has been solved, thanks! It might be just me, but your favorite gnats seem to love that stuff. I suggest full-court press early in the game.
I come from a tropical country and coco coir is our primary medium for hydroponics as well as a mix for our different kinds of soil. It's fantastic! Very easy to use and incredibly cheap and effective. I have to say though, by the 3rd wash and reuse, they don't hold or retain water as well, so it's fair game to chuck it into the compost, but your experience may differ. 🙂
Edit: What I'm mentioning regarding water retention is from experience sanitizing via rinsing then microwaving as opposed to using hot water. Hot water may allow better water retention for long term use, but I just find the process to be rather lengthy and would prefer a quicker method!
Thanks, very educational!
I think I've been saying some words wrong. Thanks for another great video. I have not had as much success with the coir. I just get too much coir in the greens.
Queen of plants
you've inspired me to make a little garden in my tiny NYC apartment! I can't thank you enough for your wonderful informative videos!
I love your editing style. So entertaining!
What about storing the coconut coir after it's been re-hydrated? How do you store it and is there a shelf-life?