Hello friends! 🌿 Have you ever wondered how to grow microgreens at home? Today I will share with you the secrets of growing these small but very useful plants right in your kitchen.
Why should you grow microgreens at home?
- Freshness: Nothing can be fresher than freshly picked sprouts straight from your windowsill.
- Savings: By growing microgreens yourself, you save money, because a packet of seeds costs much less than finished products.
- Enjoyment: Growing plants is a relaxing and inspiring hobby that is both enjoyable and rewarding.
What will you need?
- Seeds: Choose sunflower seeds, radishes, peas, broccoli, arugula or other microgreens.
- Tray or small container: For germinating seeds.
- Soil or coconut substrate: For planting.
- Water and sunlight: For plant growth.
Steps to growing:
- Preparation: Fill the tray with soil or coir.
- Sowing: Scatter the seeds evenly over the surface of the soil and lightly cover them with a thin layer of substrate.
- Watering: Gently water the seeds with water using a spray bottle.
- Lighting: Place the tray in a bright place, but avoid direct sunlight.
- Care: Water the seeds daily to keep the soil moist.
- Harvesting: After 7-14 days, when the shoots reach a height of 5-10 cm, cut them with scissors at soil level.
How to use microgreens?
Add fresh microgreens to salads, sandwiches, smoothies, soups and other dishes. It will not only decorate your dishes, but also give them incredible benefits.
Growing microgreens at home is an easy and effective way to add more fresh, healthy foods to your diet. Try it and see for yourself!
If you have questions or want to share your experience, please leave a comment below. Happy growing! 🌱 Happy growing!