How to Plant Rice Indoors

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Obtain some brown rice

   These types of rice are best for planting because they were nearly or never touched by machines and chemicals.
   
   Do not use white rice; it will never grow because it was highly processed.
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   Step 2: or any rice seeds.

   (These are self-sealing bags.) , These will serve as your sprouting pot(s). ,, When the rice plants have sprouted stems, relocate them to a bucket, or a large waterproof container. , Rice plants thrive in wet and warm conditions. , Keep two inches of standing water in the bucket. , At first the rice will be green but will eventually turn golden brown.
   
   Once it does, it's time to harvest. , This will enable you to plant more next year.
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   Step 3: Place napkins in a few Ziploc bags.

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   Step 4: Fill the Ziploc bags with water.

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   Step 5: Put grains of rice into the bags and close them tight.

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   Step 6: Wait for sprouting.

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   Step 7: Put in several inches of soil and cover with water.

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   Step 8: Leave the bucket/water container in the sun.

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   Step 9: Wait for the rice to grow.

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    Step 10: When you're harvesting

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    Step 11: cut the stalks and pull the roots out of the dirt.

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