Growing Chia Seeds ( Sprouts )

I was very surprise at how easy it is to grow Chia Seeds.  I tried a few different ways but this is what works best for me. 

. First I went out an bought a clay saucer.  You know.... the ones you put under your pot to keep the water from running all over your tables etc.  

. Cut a piece of cotton material to fit into the saucer.  You don't have to be exact.

.  Wet the material and put it into the saucer

.  Sprinkle your chia seeds on the material

. Put the saucer into a bigger bowl and fill the lower bowl with water.  (This will keep the chia seeds moist)

After 3-5 days, you should start seeing some sprouts

You can also grow Chia Pets, although I find I have to mist the pet several times a day.  I would rather just use the planter bottom like I did above.

Grow Chia Pets

Add 1/4 cup of water to 2 teaspoons of Chia seeds. Stir the mixture after 15 minutes to moisten all seeds, then let it set for 24 hours.  This makes it so you can spread it on your Chia Pet

Soak your chia pet in water for 12 to 24 hours.

Try to  apply the seeds evenly to the grooves of your planter, using your fingers, a small knife, or a spatula.

See the hole in the top of your Chia? Fill it to the top with water.

Check the water level daily and add additional water whenever necessary. Some leakage in the drip tray is normal. Discard the accumulated water daily. Keep full of water. Moist seeds should sprout in 3-5 days.

I used a spray bottle to keep the seeds moist.. for some reason they dry out easy on the chia pet.

You might see some  white fuzz, this is normal when your Chia seeds first sprout. This white fuzz is root hairs,  and is the second stage of growth for your Chia seeds.

You can also plant  seeds, such as basil, timothy, alfalfa, marjoram or thyme.