Microgreen Growing Blog | Guides & Tips | On The Grow

Deep water culture (DWC) is one of the simplest, most beginner-friendly hydroponic systems you can build at home. Here's how we put ours together, step by step, plus what we'd do differently after years of growing.

Learn how to grow fresh, nutritious microgreens in just 7 days using an ice cube tray—an easy and affordable DIY gardening project.

Growing Hydroponic Microgreens in North Texas!

The Kratky method is the simplest, most hands-off way to grow microgreens: no pumps, no electricity, and no daily watering. Here's our complete 3-tray setup, step by step.

If you've ever stared at a tray of seeds wondering whether today is the day to pull the weight off, you're not alone. This is one of the most commo...

(Disclaimer: this is not intended to be business or health advice. Read the end of the blog for more info.) As you've probably noticed, there's a w...

Want to start growing fresh microgreens at home without the mess of soil? The 7x14 On The Grow Microgreen Tray Kit has become our most popular grow...

Everything you need to know about "Becoming a Microgreen Master" by On The Grow. This comprehensive 196-page book covers growing techniques, equipment, troubleshooting, and business strategies. Discover why growers in over 75 countries call it "The Microgreens Bible."

If you are as big of a fan of Autumn, Fall or Halloween seasons like we are, or just looking for a fun & unique way to grow microgreens… then t...

(Editor's note, May 2026: We no longer sell the 10x20 stainless steel reusable grow medium as of 2024, and we are phasing out the remaining 10x10 a...

One of the most common questions we get from new growers is "What do I do with all the leftover stuff after I harvest my microgreens?" Whether you're using soil, coco coir, or reusable mediums, this guide covers everything you need to know about cleanup, composting, and disposal after harvest.

Okay, you're ready to dive into the amazing world of growing microgreens at home or for the purpose of starting a microgreens business of your own....