Sprouting is an easy and quick way to grow your own food. Learn how to sprout seeds, nuts, pulses and grains. Microgreens are 7 – 21 day old edible plants that are less mature than baby leaf plants. Microgreens are used in salads, sandwiches, raw food dishes and as stunning garnishes in restaurants and cafes.
Mizuna microgreens are quick-growing, attractive and easy to grow at home. In approximately 10–14 days, you can produce a tray of tender green microgreens with fine stems, delicate leaves and a fresh, mild mustard flavour. If you are learning how to grow mizuna microgreens, mizuna is an excellent variety for beginners. The small seeds do […]
Microgreen Growing Guide Colour Mix Radish microgreens are fast-growing, colourful and one of the easier microgreen crops to grow at home. In approximately 7–10 days, a tray can produce a mixture of pink, purple, reddish, green and pale radish stems topped with fresh green seed leaves. If you are learning how to grow Colour Mix […]
Pink Radish microgreens are fast-growing microgreens with colourful pink to reddish stems, green leaves and a fresh, peppery radish flavour. They are one of the easier microgreens to grow at home and can usually be harvested in around 7–10 days. If you’re wondering how to grow Pink Radish microgreens, you do not need a complicated […]
Purple radish microgreens are one of the fastest and easiest colourful microgreens to grow at home. In around 7–10 days, you can produce a tray of crisp young greens with purple stems, green to purple-toned leaves and a fresh, peppery radish flavour. If you are learning how to grow purple radish microgreens, they are an […]
Pea microgreens, often called pea shoots, are one of the most substantial and rewarding microgreens to grow at home. They produce crisp green stems, tender leaves and delicate tendrils with a fresh, mildly sweet pea flavour. In around 10–14 days, you can harvest a generous crop from a small growing tray on your kitchen bench, […]
Broccoli is one of the most valuable cool-season crops for Australian growers. It is packed with vitamins, widely used in kitchens, and well-suited for both large-scale production and smaller home gardens. With the right variety and good management, broccoli can deliver high yields, consistent quality, and extended harvests. This guide covers cool-season and warm-season varieties, […]
Microgreens are young edible plants grown densely in trays and harvested soon after germination. They are quick to grow, need very little space and can be produced indoors, on a windowsill, on a balcony, in a greenhouse or under grow lights. The basic method is simple: prepare a tray, add a suitable growing medium, sow […]
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.
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 […]
Grow your own pea shoots and add the health benefits of these nutrient rich greens to your diet. You’ll be amazed at how easy and quick they are to grow. In less than two weeks, you can have an abundant and beautiful crop of pea shoots. You can use pea shoots in salads, stir fries, […]
Summer is an enjoyable time of the year for gardening. However summer heat and storms can prove challenging for gardeners. In some regions, sowing in summer is too hot, but there are beautiful summer hardy flower options for most regions and ways to help your seedlings cope with the heat, whether that be a shade […]
Whether you are a novice home gardener or a confident grower, this ‘How to Grow’ guide features everything you need to know about sowing, growing, and caring for tomatoes (Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum). Determinate vs. Indeterminate The difference between tomato types is their growth habit or the shape of their fruit. In this article, we […]
(Centaurea cyanus) Blue Boy Commonly known as Bachelors buttons, Cornflowers are easy to grow. Preferably in full sun (6 hours per day). They make an excellent addition to a traditional style garden and come in various colours such as white, blue, purple and blue. Their stunning double flowers are ideal for cut or dried flowers. […]
Fenugreek microgreens are highly nutritious and fast growing. Find out how easy they are to grow.
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a hardy, perennial herb well-loved for its rich aroma and versatility in the garden and kitchen. Native to the Mediterranean, it thrives in Australia’s warm, dry conditions and requires very little maintenance once established. Whether you’re planting in a veggie patch, herb spiral, or container, sage is a reliable and rewarding […]
