Easy guide to grow microgreens at home

Microgreens have been a staple of the culinary world for the last decade, showing up to add dazzling colour and a punch of bright flavour to dishes. These tiny delicate greens add texture, colour, and flavour to your food. If you haven’t heard about microgreens, then you are definitely at the right place. These tiny greens are nutrient-rich and add flavour to your food. They can be pretty expensive to purchase, but you can grow them cost-effectively at your home. You can grow microgreens quickly at home, even if you don’t have time and space. Microgreens being tiny, they can be even grown in small areas. To learn tips & tricks about growing microgreens, read further.

What are microgreens?

Microgreens are the first true leaves produced from a seedling of vegetables or herbs about 2-3 inches tall. They are also known as “Vegetable Confetti”. Microgreens are often confused with sprouts, while microgreens are cultivated in a growing medium. Microgreens grow within 12 to 14 days and are packed with nutrients and intense flavours. These tiny leaves are five times high in vitamins and carotenoids than their mature counterparts.

Why grow your own microgreens?

Easy to grow: Microgreens are incredibly easy to grow as they are harvested at the first true leaf stage. As microgreens are tiny, they occupy less space and growing them as a beginner can be an excellent start to gardening at home.

Quick to harvest: Microgreens take two weeks to grow, so you won't need to wait too long to taste them.

Loaded with nutrients: An inexpensive way to have a supply of nutrient-rich fresh greens at home. Microgreens have a higher concentration of nutrients compared to mature vegetables and herbs.

Rich in flavours: Though microgreens are tiny, their flavours make them everyone’s favourite supplement to eat. For example, microgreen shoots of radish taste exactly like radish.

Supplies needed to grow microgreens

• Microgreen seeds

It would be best if you did not use regular seeds for growing a microgreen as they do not grow well from normal vegetable seeds. It is advisable to use microgreen seeds which you can easily buy at growhub.ae.

• Growing Media/Potting soil

Potting soil or growing media like cocopeat is necessary to grow microgreens. Avoid the use of pesticides and chemicals for an organic harvest.

• Pot/Tray

You will require a container to grow microgreens. You can get a tray or regular planting pot from us or any other nursery.

Instead of purchasing these things separately, you can buy a microgreen kit which is cost-effective. The microgreen kit includes all the essential supplies needed along with the seeds to start your microgreen garden. You can buy a microgreen kit with kale, sorrel and mustard seed at an affordable price at growhub.ae.

List of easiest microgreens to grow at home

Microgreens are one of the essential ingredients to make your dinner plate beautiful. You can almost grow the microgreen of any vegetable, but we advise you to start with these vegetables as a beginner.

• Coriander
• Basil
• Beetroot
• Broccoli
• Buckwheat
• Chia
• Celery
• Radish

Growing tips

• Don’t overwater

It is necessary to spray water on your microgreens for proper growth, but excess water can lead to fungus growth. Mould formation can destroy your microgreens. So it is necessary to check soil moisture to avoid overwatering. If you tend to overwater, use pots and containers with holes to drain excess water and increase air circulation by placing microgreens in a ventilated area.

• Find a sunny place

Sunlight is essential for microgreens. It makes the greens tastier and colourful. We recommend keeping your microgreens in a well lit, bright area and handling them with care. If you are growing outdoors, protect them from insects and rodents.

• Skip fertilizer

Microgreens are cotyledon leaves, meaning they’re the first leaves to sprout out after germination. They only need sun and water to grow, and avoid the use of fertilizer.

• Proper drainage

Excessive water leads to mould growth which can ruin the crops. Therefore, it is necessary to select a tray/pot that is 1.5 inches deep. Make sure the pot/container has drainage holes.

Since growing microgreens at home is incredibly simple and requires minimal supplies. So what are you waiting for? Start growing microgreens today and get access to healthy, nutritious food. We are ready to help you with all the essentials to start your microgreen garden.

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