Why Microgreens Need Weight During Germination — Explained!

😄 Why do microgreens need weight during germination — and does it really make a difference? In this experiment, we grew four trays of Kale microgreens side by side, each with a different amount of weight and cover during germination, to show you exactly how much it matters. The results might surprise you — it makes a bigger difference than most people think. Here's what we tested: ✅ Tray 1: Nothing on top — no cover, no weight ✅ Tray 2: Damp paper towel only ✅ Tray 3: Empty tray on top (cover, no added weight) ✅ Tray 4: 7 lbs of weight on top Here's what we cover: ✅ Why weight during germination leads to stronger, more even microgreen growth ✅ Side-by-side comparison of all four methods from seeding through harvest ✅ How different amounts of weight and cover affect root development and stem strength ✅ Which method produced the best Kale microgreens and why ✅ How to apply these results to improve your own microgreen grows If you've ever had uneven growth, leggy stems, or seeds that won't anchor properly, this video shows you exactly why weight is the fix. It's one of the simplest changes you can make for dramatically better results. 🔗 PRODUCTS IN THIS VIDEO ➽ Sprouting Trays for Microgreens: https://onthegrow.net/collections/spr... ➽ Coco Coir: https://onthegrow.tv/CocoCoir ➽ Our Favorite Microgreen Seeds: https://www.pjtra.com/t/8-11415-20383... ➽ Best 1020 Trays for Microgreens: https://onthegrow.net/collections/102... ➽ Watering Tool: http://homedepot.sjv.io/Z9NQ0 ➽ Fertilizer: https://onthegrow.net/products/ocean-... ➽ Microgreen Grow Light: https://a.co/d/0f3q78Bh ➽ Grow Racks: https://a.co/d/0fKAak9T 📚 Looking for a reusable grow medium option for microgreens? Learn more below. Our silicone reusable grow medium is made from Food-grade Platinum-Cured silicone that has been 3rd party tested for FDA compliance. Below are some links where you can learn everything about our grow medium for microgreens as well as how to grow with it. ➽ Complete Silicone Reusable Grow Medium Overview: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgree... ➽ Read All Related Blogs: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgree... 📚 MORE RESOURCES ➽ Read Our Blog: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgreens ➽ 41 Page Printable Beginners Guide PDF: https://onthegrow.net/products/beginn... ➽ Read How to grow microgreens in 10x20 Trays: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgree... ➽ Enroll in our Online Course: https://onthegrow.net/products/microg... ➽ Read Our Book: https://onthegrow.net/products/becomi... ➽ Free Seeding Guide: https://onthegrow.net/collections/fre... ➽ Sprouting Tray Blog: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgree... ➽ Full Written Article for This Video: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgree... ➽ Guide to Selling Microgreens: https://onthegrow.net/blogs/microgree... ➽ FAQs: https://onthegrow.net/pages/faq 🛒 SHOP ON THE GROW ➽ https://onthegrow.net/ We ship USA & Canada 📲 CONNECT WITH US ➽ Facebook:   / onthegrowfarms   ➽ Instagram:   / onthegrowfarms   ➽ Join our private Facebook Group:   / onthegrowcommunity   ➽ All Our Links: https://linktr.ee/Onthegrow DISCLAIMER On The Grow occasionally links to goods or services offered by vendors to help you find the best products to care for plants. Some of these may be affiliate links, meaning we earn a small commission if items are purchased. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. More info on our process: https://onthegrow.net/pages/disclaimer #MicrogreenGermination #WhyUsWeightOnMicrogreens #MicrogreenWeightTest #KaleMicrogreens #Microgreens #HowToGrowMicrogreens #MicrogreensExperiment #MicrogreenTips #IndoorGardening #UrbanFarming #GrowMicrogreensAtHome