Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

This is truly a great little device, and it works perfectly if you know the most important trick, which is to use the correct amount of seeds per tray. Since the instructions are a little vague on this subject, here's my opinion based on trial and (wasted seeds) error. First, if you're using small seeds (like alfalfa), do not overcrowd the trays. Less is way better, or you'll have drainage problems and rot, which is what all the one star reviewers complain about. Second, shake the unit around a bit while the water is dripping down to prevent the seeds from clumping together. Give 'em room to drain. I've found, using broccoli seeds, that one teaspoon of dried seeds (pre-soaking) per tray seems to be optimal. Now, with smaller or larger seeds this may not be true, but I think it's a good guideline. Trick #2, and less important, is to give the sprouts a little sunshine when they're in their final hours. Helps green up the leaves a bit, and accelerates growth. Don't do this before the green shows or you'll risk drying out the immature sprouts. My $.02. Picture shows broccoli sprouts at 3 days, one teaspoon of seeds before soaking.