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 […]
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, […]
Fenugreek microgreens are highly nutritious and fast growing. Find out how easy they are to grow.
Red Mustard microgreens are fast-growing, colourful microgreens with a distinctive peppery mustard flavour. Their red-purple leaves and green stems make them an attractive addition to salads, sandwiches, wraps, grain bowls and garnishes. If you’re wondering how to grow Red Mustard microgreens, they are a good choice for beginners. The small seeds do not need soaking, […]
Kale Red Russian microgreens are fast-growing brassica microgreens with tender green leaves, reddish-purple stems and a mild kale flavour. They are easy to grow in shallow trays and are a good choice for beginners who want to produce fresh microgreens indoors. If you’re wondering how to grow Kale Red Russian microgreens, you do not need […]
Red veined sorrel (Rumex sanguineus), also called bloody sorrel, is a leafy herb known for its bright green leaves and deep red veins. It belongs to the buckwheat family and is grown both as a microgreen and a mature leafy green. The young leaves have a lemony, tangy flavour and are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, […]
Weighting microgreens during germination can help produce stronger, more evenly established seedlings, but not every crop should be treated the same way. Some microgreens benefit from being covered and weighted for the first few days after sowing. Others are better germinated under an unweighted blackout cover, and some crops benefit from a short blackout period […]
Red shiso, also known as Perilla or Beef-Steak Plant, is a Southeast Asian variety with a flavour that is a mix of both basil and mint. It is a microgreen variety that has become a popular garnish for noodle dishes, pastas, seafood and many more. Microgreen growing guide: Equipment you will need: 2 x 10×20” […]
Red Amaranth microgreens are striking, delicate microgreens with vivid red, pink and burgundy colouring and a mild, earthy flavour. Their intense colour makes them particularly popular as a garnish for salads, restaurant dishes and mixed microgreen trays. If you’re wondering how to grow Red Amaranth microgreens, they require a little more attention than easy varieties […]
Beetroot and chard microgreens are colourful, mild-flavoured microgreens that can add vivid red, pink, yellow, orange and green stems to salads, sandwiches and plated dishes. If you’re wondering how to grow beetroot and chard microgreens, they require a little more patience than fast-growing brassica microgreens such as broccoli, kale and radish. Their seeds are larger, […]
Have you ever wanted to know the differences between black oil and grey striped microgreen seeds? Read our article to find out the differences.
Cress is a nutritious microgreen that can be grown with soil or paper towels. This step-by-step guide shows you how you can grow it at home – easily, quickly and economically. Fight the winter blues with cress sprouts and microgreens.
Red cabbage sprouts have been touted as the latest superfood. You can grow red cabbage as microgreens in soil, or grow them in a sprouting jar. In this article, you’ll learn how to sprout these seeds with a sprouting jar.
Find out how you can grow wheatgrass at home. Our step-by-step instructions will show you how long to soak your seeds, the amount of seeds you need, and the best place to store your wheatgrass as it grows.
Wheatgrass can be grown hydroponically or with soil. The hydroponic method means that you grow using water instead of soil. Find out how to grow wheatgrass hydroponically with growing mats.
