Barley - Purple (Organic) - Sprouting Seeds
2-3 Days to Harvest. Hordeum vulgare. Organic Purple Barley Sprouting Seeds. Organic. Non-GMO. Sprouting. These Organic Purple Barley seeds have no hull but are perfect for sprouting. Originally discovered in Tibet and then preserved as an heirloom seed for generations, purple barley has less gluten than wheat while offering more fiber. It is used for growing barley grass for juicing, making barley risotto, grinding into flour for making bread, or even as food storage. It is packed in resealable packaging and ready for any project you have in mind. Try growing barley sprouts and taste the benefits! USDA Certified Organic product only. Wholesale and bulk quantities are available. ~875 seeds/oz.
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Growing Organic Purple Barley Sprout Seeds
Using either a seed sprouting jar, sprouting tray, or hemp sprout bag, add about 5-6 tbsp organic hulless barley sprout seeds to a container and soak for 6-8 hours. After the initial soak, add them to your container of choice.
Jar or bag: Add to a sprouting jar or bag and rinse 2-3x per day.
Tray: Spread onto a thin layer in a sprouting tray. Rinse or add water 2x per day, or follow sprouting tray instructions.
Harvest in 2-3 days or as desired. They can be ready for soups or additional cooking in less than 2 days. Grain sprouts are best used just as the root is starting. Half an inch or less is good. This is before any significant shoot development or chlorophyll (green color) is present. Alternatively, grow as microgreen to the “grass” stage for juicing.
Benefits of Organic Purple Barley Sprouts
Organic Purple Barley has a whopping 23 grams of protein per cup! That makes this ancient grain one of the best vegan or vegetarian protein options available. Besides the protein, these little sprouts contain a very large amount of selenium, magnesium, thiamine, phosphorus, iron, and zinc. Hulless Barley is not Barley that has had the hull removed mechanically. It is Barley that naturally has a very thin hull (usually comes off during harvest). It is good for planting, sprouting, or germinating as it is a live and undamaged seed.
Culinary Tips
Organic Purple Barley sprouts can be used in soups or stews, or ground into flour for sprouted barley bread. Toss a handful onto a salad to add a wonderful nutty flavor and chewy texture. Also popular for adding protein and fiber to juices and smoothies.
Stories From Our Gardeners
"I love adding barley sprouts to soups. Follow the sprouting instructions and harvest in just 2 days. Then, add to a soup as you would rice! Delicious and highly nutritious."
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Seeds per Package:
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 14,000 Seeds
- 2.5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 35,000 Seeds
- 5 lb can - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 70,000 Seeds
- 35 lb bucket - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 350,000 Seeds
Non-GMO Organic Purple Barley sprouting seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Hordeum vulgare |
| Other Name(s): | N/A |
| Nutrients: | Barley sprouting seeds grow a protein-rich sprout fortified with Fiber, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and contain up to three times as many B Vitamins than white barley. |
| Organic Purple Barley Sprout Flavor: | Sweeter than wheat sprouts, but not as sweet as mung or garbanzo bean. |
| Organic Purple Barley Sprout Texture: | Chewy with a light crunch the more mature it gets in the sprout phase. |
| Organic Purple Barley Sprout Color: | Brown or purple to white sprouts with green grass developing if growing on trays and depending on the maturity of the sprout. |
Other
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Sprouting Method: | Tray or Jar |
| Recommended Seeding Rate: | 5-6 tablespoons |
| Yield Ratio: | 1 part seed produces 1.5 part sprouts |
| Initial Soak: | 6-8 Hours |
| Rinse Frequency: | 2-3 times per day |
| Days to Harvest: | 2-3 Days |
| Calories: | About 250 calories per 1 cup serving |