sprouting unshelled sunflower seeds

[eldoradoretired]

I am very new to sprouting, only a few weeks, and am loving it.  I wasn't aware, however, when I ordered the Sunflower Seeds that they had to be grown in soil.  Instead, I decided to follow general sprouting instructions and some I found on line (advising after soaking, to refrigerate in water--which I've changed daily) and have gotten some sprouts.  But as I've been learning more about sprouting, I wonder if these are safe to eat?  Are the remaining shells safe to eat?  I haven't tried any yet.   I'm concerned, because I've let them grow/develop for a week, and perhapd they've gone past the nutritious point and into harmful results.  Or perhaps there was never a point where they were safe to eat?  I hope someone can help.  Thank you.

[crkdjwlr]

I grow mine in a FreshGreen Automatic Sprouter without soil. I takes approximately 7 days for them to grow up to 4" tall. I then rince them very well removing the leftover shell and eat everything else, roots included and so far have had no problems.
  Take care, Paul.

[eldoradoretired]

I hadn't heard of this.  Internet search has come up with few sources, but other names:  Fresh Life Automatic Sprouter and Sproutman's Automatic Sprouter that look/sound similar.  Can you recommend a source for FreshGreen Automatic Sprouter in the US?  Thank you for your reply.  You've given me encouragement to continue trying  to sprout sunflower seeds..

[eldoradoretired]

Thank you.  You've been very helpful.