Find out how to grow broccoli sprouts at home. All you need is a glass sprouting jar and a few tablespoons of quality seeds. In 3-5 days, you’ll have a harvest of nutritious sprouts.
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The Ultimate Mung Bean Guide
Also known as green gram or moong (Vigna radiata) Mung beans are quick, versatile and nutrient-dense. You can sprout them on your kitchen bench, grow them in pots or the garden for fresh or dry beans, and even use them as green manure to improve soil health. Contents What Are Mung Beans? Different Ways to […]
Jicama Planting Guide: When and How to Grow in Australia
Jicama is a vigorous, subtropical and tropical climbing vine originally from Central and South America. A member of the legume family, it produces attractive blue or white pea-like flowers. However, gardeners typically remove these flowers to prevent toxic seed pods and encourage larger root growth. This annual seed is generally grown for its crisp, sweet […]
Parsley: Differences Between Varieties, How To Grow & Use
Parsley is one of the most popular and useful herbs grown in home gardens around the world. It’s easy to grow, tastes great, and is packed with nutrients. In this guide, we’ll look at the different types of parsley, how to grow them in Australian climates, what parts of the plant are used, and why […]
How to Grow Water Spinach: A Complete Guide
Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) is a vigorous semi-aquatic vegetable known for its rapid growth, mild flavor, and high nutritional value. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in warm, humid environments and is widely used in Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, and Filipino cuisines. With tender stems, lush green leaves, and excellent regrowth capacity, water spinach is a […]
How to Grow and Use Warrigal Greens in Australia
Warrigal Greens are one of Australia’s best native edible plants. Also known as New Zealand spinach, this leafy green is perfect for warm climates and coastal gardens. It grows fast, needs little care, and tastes great in cooking. Whether you’re starting a veggie patch or looking for a spinach alternative, Warrigal Greens are a smart […]
How to Raise Seeds: A Comprehensive Guide
Raising plants from seeds is a rewarding and cost-effective way to cultivate your garden. By starting from seeds, you have access to a wider variety of plants than those typically available as seedlings. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to successfully raise seeds, including creating your own seed raising mix and employing […]
Sprouts 101: What They Are, How to Grow Them & Why You Should Start Today
Sprouts are tiny plants that grow from seeds. They’re crunchy, fresh, and full of nutrients. In this post, you will learn how you can grow your own healthy sprouts at home. Whether you’re new to gardening or an experienced grower, sprouting is a fun and easy way to get fresh greens in just a few days. […]
Fenugreek (Methi): How to Grow, Uses, Benefits and Seeds Guide for Australia
Fenugreek, also known as methi, is a useful herb, spice, sprouting seed, microgreen and green manure crop. It is easy to grow from seed, has a long history in Indian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking, and can also help improve garden soil as a nitrogen-fixing legume. Botanical Name: Trigonella foenum-graecum Common Names: Fenugreek, Methi, […]
Mugwort: How to Grow, Harvest, and Use This Versatile Herb in Your Garden
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) is an incredibly versatile herb that has been valued for centuries for its medicinal, culinary, and aromatic properties. Known for its hardy nature, Mugwort is a perennial herb that thrives in a variety of growing conditions, making it an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add a useful and beautiful plant to […]
How to Grow the Four Essential Herbs for French Cooking
French cuisine is renowned for its rich flavors, delicate balance of herbs, and timeless techniques. At the heart of many classic French dishes are fresh herbs, which add depth, fragrance, and a touch of authenticity. Whether you’re preparing a hearty stew, a delicate sauce, or a fresh salad, the right combination of herbs can bring […]
Broccoli Varieties: Which One Suits Your Garden Best?
Explore Seedmart’s broccoli varieties—from classic heading types to vibrant sprouting and microgreen-friendly types. Use our handy comparison chart to pick the perfect variety based on your climate, space, and harvest goals. Broccoli Comparison Table Variety Type Best For Harvest Time Waltham 29 Heading broccoli Classic large heads; cool-season staple ~70–100 days Green Sprouting Calabrese Sprouting […]
Is It Root Hair or Mould? Microgreens & Sprouts Basics
When you’re growing microgreens or sprouts at home, you might notice a white fuzz or hair-like growth on your seeds. At first glance, it can be a bit confusing. Is it the healthy root hair of your microgreens, or could it be mould starting to form? Understanding the difference is important to ensure your […]
Improve your Soil with Organic Methods
Healthy soils are a complex web of life, teeming with earthworms, beneficial fungi and bacteria. They smell good and are moist and crumbly. Roots are able to penetrate easily, deep into the soil. Plants growing in healthy soils have fewer pest and disease problems. If your soil doesn’t match this picture of health but instead […]
An Introduction to Green Manure Crops
Green manures are a cornerstone of ecologically sustainable gardening. These are annual fast-growing crops, usually a legume combined with a grass, that are grown to build both organic matter and nitrogen levels to improve the soil. This combination works well, the legume providing nitrogen and the grass the bulk of the organic matter. ‘Grass’ refers […]